Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album combines aggressive thrash with melodic hooks, showcasing strong songwriting and production.

What we noticed

  • The first five tracks maintain a relentless tempo, with aggressive riffs and rapid drumming that create a high-energy atmosphere.
  • Several songs feature dual guitar harmonies, enhancing the melodic elements amidst the thrash intensity.
  • The album includes tempo shifts, particularly in tracks like 'Famine' and 'Prophecy', which introduce slower, more atmospheric sections before returning to speed.
  • Lyrically, themes of struggle and resilience are prevalent, with a focus on personal and societal challenges.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

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 5/10

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 Thrown to the Wolves 7:26
  • 2 5 Steps of Freedom 4:45
  • 3 The Devil Incarnate 6:05
  • 4 Famine 4:29
  • 5 Word to the Wise 4:56

Reference: MusicBrainz