Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

Instrumental
73 /100
Alpine
Higher than 96% of albums we've rated

Ragas & Talas showcases intricate compositions and expert craftsmanship, making it a significant work in Indian classical music.

What we noticed

  • Each track features extended improvisation, allowing for intricate melodic development over a consistent rhythmic foundation.
  • The album includes traditional Indian instruments such as the sitar and tabla, which create a rich textural interplay throughout.
Composition 25% of the score
8/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
9/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
7/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Tala Farodast 6:47
  • 2 Raga Gara 17:34
  • 3 Raga Hameer 24:15

Reference: MusicBrainz