After a three year hiatus, Kings of Leon came out with their new album, Walls. The group ultimately deviated from their signature alternative rock sound for a more mainstream rock ’n’ roll feel. This album is completely different from their last album, Mechanical Bull, and it shows their continuous evolution as a musical group.

This album has shocked many fans, as they were expecting the album would be a terrible repeat of previous albums. Francesca Riis-Poulsen, junior, shared her feelings about the album by saying, “Although the album has been put under the genre of rock, it gives me an 80's feel. I really enjoyed it and hope they continue to make music similar to this album.” Songs like “Waste a Moment,” the album’s opener, give the album an upbeat feel that continues throughout the album until the ballad, “Walls," which is where the name can be found. The album name supposedly stands for “We are like love songs,” which would follow the band’s patterns of five syllable album names.

Overall, the album is very upbeat with good guitar riffs and a sound you can bop along to. Although this album hasn’t received much hype, it deserves it. This album has a great sound and is something that can be enjoyed by everyone, despite their musical preference. So, if you want a new sound or are just in the mood for good music, go over and give Walls a listen. You will not regret it.