Leads & Melodies
How memorable and captivating various melody lines are. This includes all instrumentation.
Rhythms & Percussion
Do the rhythms and percussive elements complement the music? Not indicative of technicality in this area.
Vocals
Do the vocals – if any – complement the music? Do they stand out as necessary for the overall composition?
Lyrics / Themes
Does the album set out to accomplish what it intended? Is what it intended actually worth listening to?
Composition
Is the album well put together as a whole? Does it’s composition justify their stylistic decisions?