Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

51 /100

Foothills

Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

The single showcases Korn's signature sound while exploring personal themes, but lacks broader impact.

What we noticed

• — The track features a slow, heavy guitar riff that underpins the verses, creating a dark atmosphere.
• — Vocals alternate between soft, introspective singing and aggressive shouting, reflecting the emotional turmoil expressed in the lyrics.
• — The song builds tension through dynamic shifts, with quieter sections leading into explosive choruses.

How the number is built

Composition 25% of the score

6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score

7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score

5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score

6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score

8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.

If this landed

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Gore

Deftones

Shares a similar blend of heavy riffs and introspective themes, exploring emotional turmoil and connection.

Dark Before Dawn

Breaking Benjamin

Combines heavy instrumentation with reflective lyrics about struggle and personal disconnection.

One More Light

Linkin Park

Focuses on emotional vulnerability and connection, melding heavy sounds with introspective lyrical content.