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 blends vibrant jazz and world influences with engaging arrangements, though it dips in energy towards the end.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of brass instruments, which drive the melodies and create a lively atmosphere throughout.
  • Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocals, enhancing the interactive feel of the music and inviting listener participation.
  • The tempo varies significantly across tracks, with some maintaining a fast pace while others slow down for contrast, particularly in the latter half.
  • The last three tracks feature a gradual decrease in energy, allowing the album to conclude on a more reflective note.
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 Two Shoes (radio edit) 3:50
  • 2 Rhyme & Reason 5:33
  • 3 Sol y sombra (extended) 9:08

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