Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features solid songwriting but lacks the depth and cohesion of earlier works.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track, 'Tailgunner,' and maintains a consistent mid-tempo throughout most of its runtime.
- Several tracks feature a prominent use of guitar harmonies and dual leads, particularly in 'Holy Smoke' and 'Fates Warning.'
- The lyrics often explore darker themes, with songs like 'Bring Your Daughter… to the Slaughter' presenting controversial narratives.
- The final track, 'Mother Russia,' slows down significantly, providing a reflective conclusion to the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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 Tailgunner 4:13
- 2 Holy Smoke 3:47
- 3 Hooks in You 4:06
- 4 Bring Your Daughter... To the Slaughter 4:42
- 5 Tailgunner 4:13
- 6 Holy Smoke 3:47
- 7 Hooks in You 4:06
- 8 Bring Your Daughter... To the Slaughter 4:42
Reference: MusicBrainz
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