Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100
Foothills
Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends aggressive and melodic elements effectively but lacks some cohesion in its pacing.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with aggressive instrumentation, while the second half shifts to more melodic and introspective pieces.
  • Several songs incorporate dual vocals, alternating between harsh screams and clean singing, creating dynamic contrasts throughout the record.
  • The track 'Listening to Freddie Mercury' includes a notable tempo change that introduces a softer, reflective section before returning to heavier instrumentation.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

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
5/10

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 Ponytail Parade (acoustic) 4:21
  • 2 Left With Alibis and Lying Eyes (acoustic) 3:20
  • 3 As Your Voice Fades (acoustic) 3:50
  • 4 Listening to Freddie Mercury (acoustic) 2:53
  • 5 Anne Marie 5:13

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata