Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

66 /100
Alpine
Higher than 89% of albums we've rated

The album blends blues, rock, and soul while addressing social issues, showcasing strong guitar work and lyrical depth.

What we noticed

  • The title track opens the album with a strong, anthemic chorus that sets a confrontational tone for the following tracks.
  • Several songs feature extended guitar solos that showcase Clark's virtuosity, particularly in 'I Got My Eyes on You' and 'Dirty Dishes Blues'.
  • The album shifts between slower ballads and more upbeat tracks, with the pacing fluctuating notably around the mid-point.
  • Lyrically, many tracks address social issues directly, using vivid imagery and personal narratives to engage the listener.
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
7/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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 This Land (single version) 3:56
  • 2 This Land 5:42

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