Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases strong improvisational skills within a cohesive modal framework.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of modal jazz structures, with improvisation taking center stage in each track.
- Each piece varies in tempo and mood, with 'Monk's Dance' starting with an upbeat feel that contrasts with the more contemplative 'Watercircle'.
- The instrumentation primarily includes saxophone, piano, and drums, creating a rich interplay between melodic lines and rhythmic support.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Monk's Dance 6:32
- 2 Ode to Super 8:20
- 3 Great Rainstreet Blues 10:10
- 4 Watercircle 10:50
- 5 Red Cross 12:01
Reference: MusicBrainz
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