Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

Aggressive riffs and socially conscious lyrics define this solid thrash metal album.

What we noticed

• — The album opens with a title track that features rapid-fire guitar riffs and aggressive drumming, setting a high-energy tone.
• — Several tracks incorporate tempo changes, alternating between fast-paced sections and slower, more melodic passages.
• — The final track features an extended instrumental section that gradually builds in intensity before concluding the album.

How the number is built

Composition 25% of the score

7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score

8/10

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

7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 5/10

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.