Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

48 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album revitalizes classic tracks with energetic performances, though it lacks the depth of their earlier work.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a high-energy cover of 'Whisky in the Jar', setting a lively tone that continues through several tracks.
  • Many tracks feature dual guitar harmonies typical of Thin Lizzy, particularly evident in 'The Rocker' and 'Buffalo Gal'.
  • The sequencing includes both reimagined hits and new material, creating a blend that reflects the band's history while appealing to contemporary listeners.
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
6/10

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 Whiskey in the Jar 5:54
  • 2 The Rocker 2:42

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata