Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

64 /100

Treeline

Higher than 78% of albums we've rated

Ofra Haza's 'Shaday' blends traditional and contemporary styles effectively, making it both distinctive and cohesive.

What we noticed

• — The album opens with a strong rhythmic pulse in 'Im Nin'alu', immediately establishing a danceable groove that persists through several tracks.
• — Traditional Middle Eastern instruments like the oud and darbuka are prominently featured, blending seamlessly with modern pop production techniques.
• — Many tracks utilize call-and-response vocal patterns, creating an engaging dialogue between Haza's voice and the instrumental backdrop.

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

8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score

7/10

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.