Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

61 /100
Treeline
Higher than 71% of albums we've rated

This album captures the essence of early rock and roll with energetic rhythms and memorable melodies.

What we noticed

  • Several tracks feature call-and-response vocals, creating an engaging interaction between the lead singer and the backing band.
  • The last three tracks slow down slightly, providing a brief respite before concluding with a lively finish.
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
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 8/10

Defined its genre or moment. 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 Rock Around the Clock 2:16
  • 2 Skinnie Minnie 2:44
  • 3 Rock-A-Beatin' Boogie 2:25
  • 4 Ling-Ting-Tong 2:16
  • 5 The Saints Rock and Roll 3:34
  • 6 Malagueña 3:28
  • 7 Rock the Joint 2:22
  • 8 New Orleans 3:49
  • 9 Love Letters in the Sand 2:02
  • 10 See You Later Alligator 2:17
  • 11 Flip Flop and Fly 3:23
  • 12 Guitar Boogie 2:35
  • 13 Johnny B. Goode 2:41
  • 14 Shake, Rattle & Roll 3:18

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