Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

71 /100
Alpine
Higher than 95% of albums we've rated

The album combines catchy melodies with relatable lyrics, establishing a strong identity within its genre.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks establish a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the fourth track introduces a more upbeat rhythm.
  • Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
  • The album closes with 'Only in Dreams,' which extends over eight minutes and builds gradually to a climactic finish.
Composition 25% of the score
8/10

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
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

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 Say Yes 3:04
  • 2 Shine Again 4:05
  • 3 Don’t Make It Weird 2:49
  • 4 We Might as Well Be Strangers 3:34
  • 5 C.E.O. 2:54
  • 6 Hoops 2:35
  • 7 Nowhere 2:48
  • 8 The Show Must Go On 3:23
  • 9 Up in the Clouds 3:39
  • 10 The LA Sound 3:57

Reference: MusicBrainz