Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases solid songwriting and a blend of styles, though it doesn't significantly reshape its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with the title track, which features a gradual build-up of instrumentation leading to a powerful vocal climax.
- Several tracks incorporate bluesy guitar riffs and piano melodies, creating a consistent sound palette throughout the record.
- The sequencing alternates between slower ballads and more upbeat tracks, maintaining listener engagement across its runtime.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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 Shine 3:44
- 2 It's Hard to Be Me 3:51
- 3 Madonna Whore 3:38
- 4 Water's Edge 5:21
- 5 Shine (The Illicit mix) 4:32
Reference: MusicBrainz
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