Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album displays strong composition and craft, with distinctive melodies and rhythmic sophistication.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of syncopated rhythms, particularly in the piano lines, which drive the momentum of each track.
- Each piece showcases intricate melodies that often weave in and out of improvisational sections, highlighting the musicians' virtuosity.
- The title track 'Poinciana' is notably longer than the other tracks, allowing for extended improvisation and thematic development.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- 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
Significant within its genre. 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 Old Devil Moon 3:46
- 2 Ahmad's Blues 2:57
- 3 Poinciana 4:36
- 4 Billy Boy 2:41
- 5 Will You Still Be Mine 2:45
- 6 Pavanne 4:27
- 7 Crazy He Calls Me 4:59
- 8 The Surrey With the Fringe on Top 2:52
- 9 Aki & Ukthay (Brother & Sister) 3:08
- 10 Slaughter on 10th Avenue 4:53
- 11 A Gal in Calico 2:37
- 12 It's Easy to Remember 2:56
Reference: MusicBrainz
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