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 reggae and pop effectively, with strong melodies and vibrant arrangements throughout.

What we noticed

  • The title track features a prominent horn section that drives the upbeat tempo, while the verses maintain a steady reggae rhythm.
  • Several tracks incorporate call-and-response vocals, enhancing the communal feel typical of reggae music.
  • The album's closing track shifts to a slower tempo, providing a contrast to the energetic opening songs.
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 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 Gimme Hope Jo'anna 4:03
  • 2 Put a Hold on It 3:59
  • 3 Chuck (Is the King) 4:25
  • 4 Harmless Piece of Fun 4:19
  • 5 Say Hello to Fidel 4:42
  • 6 Win or Lose 4:19
  • 7 Don't Talk to Strangers 4:05
  • 8 Hostile Country 4:22
  • 9 Another Riot 5:16

Reference: MusicBrainz