Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album blends dance-rock and new wave with varied tempos and playful lyrics, reflecting Blondie's eclectic style.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a danceable tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more reflective songs.
  • Several tracks incorporate playful lyrical themes, often juxtaposing light melodies with darker undertones.
  • The lead single 'Maria' is positioned third in the tracklist, serving as a pivotal moment that shifts the album's energy.
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
5/10

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 No Exit (The Loud Rock remix), radio version) 3:58
  • 2 No Exit (AMA performance version, radio version) 4:26
  • 3 No Exit (The Loud Rock remix, TV track) 5:12
  • 4 Who's Gonna Cry (No Exit, Pt. 2, the Infamous Hip Rock version, radio version) 3:21
  • 5 Who's Gonna Cry (No Exit, Pt. 2, the Infamous Hip Rock version, instrumental) 3:24
  • 6 Maria (Talvin Singh Rhythmic remix edit) 4:39

Reference: MusicBrainz