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 showcases strong songwriting and vibrant performances, making it a notable entry in the country genre.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks feature upbeat tempos and prominent brass sections, establishing a lively tone that persists through the majority of the album.
  • Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the interactive feel typical of Western swing.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

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 Cherokee Maiden (Live) 4:01
  • 2 Miles and Miles of Texas (Live) 3:25
  • 3 Route 66 (Live) 3:15
  • 4 Don't Fence Me In (Live) 2:42
  • 5 Goodbye Liza Jane (Live) 3:21
  • 6 I Wonder (Live) 3:40
  • 7 Take Me Back To Tulsa (Live) 3:18
  • 8 Bob's Breakdown (Live) 2:13
  • 9 Ain't Nobody Here But Us Chickens (Live) 3:31
  • 10 Old Cowhand (Live) 2:53
  • 11 Under the Double Eagle (Live) 4:21
  • 12 Texas Me and You (Live) 3:28

Reference: MusicBrainz