Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album features strong melodies and arrangements but lacks the depth to stand out significantly in their discography.

What we noticed

• — The album opens with a cover of 'Ain’t Nothing Like the Real Thing', featuring layered vocal harmonies and a prominent bass line that sets a lively tone.
• — Several tracks, like 'Doctor My Eyes' and 'Children of the Light', incorporate lush string arrangements that enhance the melodic hooks.
• — The tempo varies across the record, with tracks like 'E-Ne-Me-Ne-Mi-Ne-Moe' maintaining an upbeat groove while others slow down for more reflective moments.

How the number is built

Composition 25% of the score

6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score

7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score

5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score

6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score

6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.