Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100
Treeline
Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album features intricate compositions and dynamic shifts, solidifying Trivium's heavy metal roots while exploring deep themes.

What we noticed

  • The first track opens with a complex guitar riff that sets a high-energy tone, which is maintained through the next several songs.
  • Several tracks feature tempo changes that shift from aggressive verses to melodic choruses, creating dynamic contrasts.
  • The album includes multiple instances of intricate guitar solos that are woven into the fabric of the songs rather than being standalone sections.
  • Lyrically, themes of struggle and redemption are explored in a direct manner, with each song presenting a distinct narrative.
Composition 25% of the score
8/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

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 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 The Sin and the Sentence 5:50

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata