Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong sampling and lyrical interplay, establishing a distinctive sound for East Coast hip-hop.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of funk samples, particularly in the bass lines and drum patterns, creating a groove that drives each track.
- Each song typically includes call-and-response structures between the two MCs, enhancing the dynamic interplay of their verses.
- Several tracks incorporate skits or interludes that provide context or humor, breaking up the flow while maintaining thematic coherence.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- 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
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 Strictly Business (12" vocal)
- 2 Strictly Business (radio mix)
- 3 Strictly Business (instrumental)
- 4 Strictly Business (a cappella)
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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