Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends energetic rockabilly with blues influences, featuring a mix of originals and covers that showcase May's vocal dynamism.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features high-energy tracks that maintain a fast tempo, while the second half introduces slower ballads and covers.
  • Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the lively interaction between Imelda May and her backing band.
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
7/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mayhem (album version) 2:47
  • 2 Mayhem (accoustic version the Gibson Studios) 2:23
  • 3 Proud and Humble 4:00
  • 4 Mayhem 2:59

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