Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album features strong hooks and polished production but follows familiar new wave templates.

What we noticed

  • The first five tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the subsequent tracks gradually introduce slower ballads.
  • Several songs employ layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
  • The album's production includes prominent synthesizers and drum machines typical of late '80s new wave, which contribute to its anthemic sound.
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
5/10

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 Turn Back the Clock 4:22
  • 2 Turn Back the Clock (12" extended mix) 6:59
  • 3 Cracking Up 3:40
  • 4 Shattered Dreams (12" extended mix) 4:38

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata