Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong songwriting and emotive performances but lacks a cohesive flow throughout its runtime.

What we noticed

• — The first track opens with a strong guitar riff that sets a mid-tempo pace, which is maintained through the next three songs before shifting to more introspective themes.
• — Etheridge's vocal delivery often features a raw, emotive quality, particularly in tracks like 'I Want to Come Over' where she alternates between soft verses and powerful choruses.
• — Several songs incorporate layered backing vocals that enhance the emotional weight of the lyrics, especially in 'Change' and 'This War Is Over'.

How the number is built

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

6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score

5/10

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.