Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

Sanborn's debut showcases his saxophone prowess within a jazz-pop fusion context, appealing to mainstream audiences.

What we noticed

  • Tracks like 'Concrete Boogie' feature prominent rhythmic grooves that blend jazz fusion with pop sensibilities.
  • Several tracks, including 'I Do It for Your Love', incorporate vocal elements, contrasting with the predominantly instrumental pieces.
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
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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 Indio 5:38
  • 2 Smile 5:27
  • 3 Mamacita 4:45
  • 4 Herbs 4:30
  • 5 Concrete Boogie 6:36
  • 6 I Do It for Your Love 2:51
  • 7 Sophisticated Squaw 4:51
  • 8 7th Avenue 5:34

Reference: MusicBrainz