Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

55 /100
Foothills
Higher than 45% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong melodies and theatricality, though its cohesion is affected by the remix and bonus tracks.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a remix of the title track, setting a theatrical tone that persists throughout.
  • Each song features layered instrumentation that enhances the haunting melodies and dramatic vocal delivery.
  • The second track introduces a more upbeat tempo, contrasting with the darker themes explored in the other songs.
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
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

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 Traumas, Traumas, Traumas 5:08
  • 2 Stories of Johnny 3:44
  • 3 The House Is Haunted 2:18
  • 4 Love Letter 4:51
  • 5 The Flesh Is Willing 4:43
  • 6 Always 6:02
  • 7 Contempt 3:36
  • 8 I Who Never 4:31
  • 9 My Candle Burns 3:48
  • 10 Love and Little White Lies 5:22
  • 11 Stories of Johnny (feat. The Westminster City Choir) 4:18
  • 12 Love Letter (feat. The Westminster City Choir) 5:28

Reference: MusicBrainz