Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases Dean Martin's vocal style within a familiar orchestral pop framework, appealing but not.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of lush orchestral arrangements that support Martin's smooth vocal delivery throughout.
  • Several songs include prominent backing vocals and harmonies that enhance the melodic lines without overshadowing the lead.
  • The final track is a slower ballad that brings the album to a gentle close, contrasting with some of the more upbeat earlier selections.
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
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

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 Memories Are Made of This 2:18
  • 2 That’s Amore 3:08
  • 3 Return to Me 2:25
  • 4 Standing on the Corner 2:49
  • 5 You Belong to Me 3:03
  • 6 You’re Nobody ’Til Somebody Loves You 2:14
  • 7 Sway 2:43
  • 8 Innamorata 2:25
  • 9 Volare 3:00
  • 10 Angel Baby 2:45
  • 11 On an Evening in Roma 2:29
  • 12 I’ll Always Love You 2:32

Reference: MusicBrainz