ALBUM: Tonight Alive – ‘Limitless’

Finally, after three years, Tonight Alive have released their newest album Limitless, which definitely wooed over their fans, and in my case, new fans. Tonight Alive was known for their edgy pop-punk sound, but now it seems as if the band has grown in those silent three years. It’s obvious not only in vocalist Jenna McDougall’s voice, but in the music itself. With every track, there’s some sort of sophistication and distinctiveness heard.

The entire album is sort of a rollercoaster. It starts slow, but builds up with more power as it progresses, then slowly goes back to where it started. The first track “To Be Free,” can be assumed exactly what it sounds like; finally letting go and taking a step towards becoming self-determined. As the song plays on, the beat builds up, giving off emotions of independence. But what stands out the most is towards the end of the track, vocalist Jenna McDougall is heard repeating “I Am Limitless,” with what sounds like a robot echo in the background. As she continues repeating it, the echo goes away and only her voice is heard, as if she is breaking away and is now free. Tonight Alive did great in letting it be the opening track.

Halfway through the album, “How Does It Feel?” picks up the pace and serves as the first drop of a rollercoaster. Following “How Does It Feel?” comes the next track “Waves.” McDougall’s voice is especially strong, hitting every note with such power and grace. Her voice beautifully matches the strength heard from the drumming.

Out of the entire album, the last track “The Greatest” can actually be described from it’s name; it definitely IS the greatest. The most mellow out of the other 10 songs, yet the one with most power. From the lyrics, to the instrumentals, to, of course, Jenna McDougall’s voice, everything perfectly flows with one another. The confidence from the lyrics creates inspiration for those listening. Every line lifts any sad spirit and Jenna McDougall becomes a muse for her fans.

Limitless can be interpreted as a form of individualism. In some form or another, each track gives off a message of self-reliance. Not only is there beauty in the vocals, but more so with every line of each song off the album.