Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

53 /100
Foothills
Higher than 40% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong songwriting with varied tempos and intricate arrangements, though it lacks a cohesive flow.

What we noticed

  • The first half of the album features tracks that are predominantly upbeat and rhythmically complex, while the second half shifts to more introspective and slower-paced songs.
  • The use of layered vocal harmonies is prominent throughout, often with multiple voices intertwining rather than a single lead.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

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
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • short bursts of playful energy
  • quirky reflections on daily life
  • snappy tracks for quick listening
  • vignettes that spark imagination

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer lengthy, immersive albums
  • want heavy emotional themes

Where this album fits

Stylistic neighbors
The Futureheads· Hot Chip· Broken Social Scene

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 You're Not Supposed To 2:36
  • 2 In the Kitchen 3:41
  • 3 Trying to Sit Out 1:48
  • 4 Breakfast Song 1:38
  • 5 Feeding the Birds 2:11
  • 6 I'm Tired 2:47
  • 7 Test Your Reaction 4:08
  • 8 Alternating Current 3:08
  • 9 Can You See Anything 3:20

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata