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 reinterprets classic tracks with energetic performances but lacks standout compositions.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of double bass drumming throughout, driving the tempo and energy of each track.
  • Melodic guitar solos frequently interrupt verses, creating a dynamic contrast between vocals and instrumentation.
  • Several tracks incorporate choral backing vocals that enhance the epic feel typical of power metal.
  • The last three tracks slow down the pace significantly, providing a reflective conclusion to the album.
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 3/10

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 The Chance 3:47
  • 2 Someone's Crying 4:27
  • 3 Mankind 6:17
  • 4 Step Out of Hell 4:25
  • 5 Mr. Ego (Take Me Down) 7:02
  • 6 Still We Go 5:02
  • 7 Escalation 666 4:40
  • 8 The Time of the Oath 6:54
  • 9 Music 7:27
  • 10 The Dark Ride 8:51
  • 11 Take Me Home 4:24
  • 12 I Don't Wanna Cry No More 5:16

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata