Fall Out Boy’s ‘Mania’ disappointing for loyal fans, poor transition into pop genre

Fall Out Boy’s recently-released, seventh studio album, Mania, signals a complete shift from pop-punk to a heavily-synthesized pop. After scrapping what was supposed to be released this past fall, the band rewrote much of the anticipated album.  Five singles preceded the release of Fall Out Boy’s Mania, meaning half of the album was available for listening before … Continue reading Fall Out Boy’s ‘Mania’ disappointing for loyal fans, poor transition into pop genre