Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

54 /100

Foothills

Higher than 43% of albums we've rated

The album blends gothic metal with melancholic melodies, creating an introspective atmosphere throughout its runtime.

What we noticed

• — The first half of the album maintains a slow tempo with heavy guitar riffs and deep, resonant vocals, while the second half introduces more melodic elements and varied instrumentation.
• — Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a haunting atmosphere, particularly in 'A Pearl' and 'Lullaby for a Weeping Girl'.
• — The album's lyrics often explore themes of loss and introspection, with recurring motifs of nature and existential reflection.

How the number is built

Composition 25% of the score

7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score

6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score

6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score

6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score

7/10

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.