Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album features strong improvisation and skilled musicianship, but lacks a cohesive narrative throughout.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brief spoken intro before transitioning into a series of improvisational pieces that vary in tempo and mood.
- Several tracks feature extended solos, allowing each musician to showcase their technical skill and creativity.
- The final track, 'Silence', serves as a reflective conclusion, contrasting sharply with the preceding energetic performances.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of captivating energy
- exploratory improvisations with unexpected turns
- meditative moments for deep listening
- playful interactions among musicians
Maybe skip if you
- prefer structured song formats
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- Stylistic neighbors
- Robert Glasper· Esperanza Spalding· Kamasi Washington
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:22
- 2 Seance 2:27
- 3 Fela 6:12
- 4 Cannabis Leaf Rag 4:44
- 5 Concentric Circles 10:02
- 6 Go Round 3:06
- 7 Blu Hays 5:56
- 8 Two Mexicans on the Wall 7:35
- 9 I'm Trying to Swing As Little As Possible 4:16
- 10 Stardust 6:12
- 11 Silence 6:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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