Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

61 /100
Treeline
Higher than 71% of albums we've rated

The album showcases energetic performances and distinctive vocal styles, solidifying Richard's place in rock history.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a brisk tempo, maintaining this pace through the first half before introducing slower ballads.
  • Richard's vocal delivery is characterized by dynamic shifts, often alternating between powerful shouts and softer, more melodic lines within the same song.
  • Several tracks feature prominent piano riffs that drive the rhythm, while brass instruments punctuate the arrangements, adding to the vibrant sound.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Aint Nothin’ Happenin’ 2:13
  • 2 Why Did You Leave Me 2:34
  • 3 Every Hour 2:53
  • 4 I Brought It All on Myself 2:54
  • 5 Taxi Blues 2:19
  • 6 Get Rich Quick 2:16
  • 7 Please Have Mercy on Me 2:32
  • 8 Thinkin’ ’Bout My Mother 2:55
  • 9 Crazy Lips 2:38
  • 10 Any Hour 2:39
  • 11 Hey Operator 2:37
  • 12 That’s a Lot of Brass 2:33

Reference: MusicBrainz