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 features solid songwriting and production but lacks a strong cohesive arc throughout.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks maintain a steady mid-tempo groove, while the fourth track introduces a more contemplative tone with its slower pace.
  • Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
  • The album closes with a gradual deceleration in tempo, with the last two tracks feeling more introspective and subdued.
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
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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

  • reflective moments of late-night solitude
  • smooth pacing for evening relaxation
  • melancholic themes of lost connections
  • catchy melodies for sing-along
  • narrative-driven listening experience

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
  • want instant gratification from songs

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Fan Favorite — Beloved by dedicated fans, showcasing Rafferty's signature sound and style.
Stylistic neighbors
James Taylor· Paul Simon· Cat Stevens

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Days Gone Down 6:31
  • 2 Night Owl 6:11
  • 3 The Way That You Do It 5:08
  • 4 Why Won't You Talk to Me 4:00
  • 5 Get It Right the Next Time 4:42
  • 6 Take the Money and Run 5:50
  • 7 Family Tree 5:58
  • 8 Already Gone 4:55
  • 9 The Tourist 4:14
  • 10 It's Gonna Be a Long Night 4:23

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata