Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends rock and country with introspective lyrics, showcasing strong craftsmanship and a cohesive flow despite some familiar sounds.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features layered instrumentation, gradually building in intensity before transitioning to more straightforward arrangements in subsequent songs.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, allowing for a contemplative close that emphasizes the album's themes of nostalgia and introspection.
- 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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6/10
- 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
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 The Heart Of The Matter 5:25
- 2 The End Of The Innocence 5:16
- 3 How Bad Do You Want It? 3:47
- 4 I Will Not Go Quietly 5:43
- 5 The Last Worthless Evening 6:06
- 6 New York Minute 6:38
- 7 Shangri-La 4:57
- 8 Little Tin God 4:42
- 9 Gimme What You Got 6:12
- 10 If Dirt Were Dollars 4:35
Reference: MusicBrainz
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