Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The Meters' debut showcases tight grooves and innovative arrangements that defined funk music's evolution.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of syncopated rhythms and interlocking guitar and bass lines that create a tight groove throughout.
- Each track typically maintains a mid-tempo pace, with several songs extending beyond five minutes to allow for improvisation.
- Horn arrangements are prominent in many tracks, adding layers of texture and depth to the overall sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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9/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Defined its genre or moment. 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 Cissy Strut 3:05
- 2 Here Comes the Meterman 2:53
- 3 Cardova 4:31
- 4 Live Wire 2:38
- 5 Art 2:32
- 6 Sophisticated Cissy 2:57
- 7 Ease Back 3:15
- 8 6V6 LA 2:23
- 9 Sehorns Farm 2:28
- 10 Ann 2:43
- 11 Stormy 3:36
- 12 Sing a Simple Song 2:56
- 13 Cissy Strut (Bonus Alt. Version) 3:07
- 14 Here Comes the Meter Man (Bonus Alt. Version) 2:56
- 15 Live Wire (Bonus Alt. Version) 2:40
- 16 Stormy (Bonus Alt. Version) 3:39
Reference: MusicBrainz
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