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 showcases catchy minimalism typical of early new wave, with notable quirks and a solid hit single.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of minimalist beats across nearly all tracks, creating a rhythmic foundation that supports the quirky melodies.
  • Several tracks utilize repetitive lyrical phrases, emphasizing simplicity and catchiness in their songwriting.
  • The sequencing places the hit single 'Da Da Da' as the eighth track, allowing for a buildup of energy leading to its placement.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

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 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 Anna - Let Me in Let Me Out 2:40
  • 2 Da Da Da I Don’t Love You You Don’t Love Me Aha Aha Aha 6:32
  • 3 Broken Hearts for You and Me 3:31
  • 4 Energie 3:29
  • 5 Sunday You Need Love Monday Be Alone 3:45
  • 6 Ja Ja Ja 2:56

Reference: MusicBrainz