Review by: Reanna Simmons
The Our Last Night boys are at it again, but instead of an EP, or a cover they’ve brought
us a full length album. Their new album Younger Dreams was released on June 16, 2015.
Only one track in, and I am already sold. The chorus of Prisoners packs a punch full of
lyrics, and notes. “With houses made of gold, controlled by what we own,” Trevor, and Matt
Wentworth sing. To me this song speaks of being a “prisoner” of owning all these pointless
necessities, and wanting the next big thing. Sadly our generation happens to be like this always
wanting more, and not being thankful for what you have.
As the album continues to play I feel like Nicholas Cage in National Treasure deciphering the lyrics. From track to track the album tackles issues that not a band have to deal with, but as an individual as well. I would like to mention that the band has done this before with their previous releases. In particular, and with this album, the third track Home speaks of leaving your loved one(s) behind reminding them that no matter what you would be coming home, and no matter how far apart you are the love you have for each other will keep you together -- which is something that plenty of individuals deal with on a daily basis.
The album itself is pretty good, and if there were a five star rating I'd give it five stars, but that’s just me. Our Last Night is genuine band, and all around pretty cool guys. This summer the boys played the Vans Warped Tour all summer long, and of course they'll be playing tracks off of Younger Dreams. If you have yet to be sure to check them out, and if you really love bands that cover songs then you should really check them out!
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