Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

38 /100
Lowland
Higher than 0% of albums we've rated

The album's raw sound and extended tracks create a unique but polarizing experience for listeners.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of aggressive, down-tuned guitar riffs that dominate the sound throughout.
  • Many tracks exceed six minutes, with extended instrumental sections that emphasize raw energy and improvisation.
  • Vocals are delivered in a shouted style, often layered with multiple vocal lines creating a chaotic texture.
  • The production is notably unpolished, with a focus on live-sounding drums and minimal studio effects.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
5/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
4/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
3/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 St. Anger
  • 2 Commando
  • 3 Today Your Love, Tomorrow the World 2:13
  • 4 Now I Wanna Sniff Some Glue 1:40
  • 5 Cretin Hop 1:56
  • 6 St. Anger
  • 7 We're a Happy Family 2:20

Reference: MusicBrainz