On their sophomore effort, Australia's
Tonight Alive
make a move to step out of the shadow of
Paramore
with an album that finds the band returning with a newfound sense of confidence. Pairing a heavier sound with more positive lyrics,
The Other Side
feels, at times, liberating. There's a self-assuredness not only to
's songwriting, but also to their performance, which gives the feeling that they are starting to find their groove and come into their own as a band. While fans of
's debut will quickly fall in love with their sophomore effort, anyone looking for some powerful new emo-pop will definitely want to check this one out. ~ Gregory Heaney