All-American Rejects, The - When the World Comes Down

[Dee2009]

The All-American Rejects - When the World Comes Down
Record Label: Doghouse / Interscope
Release Date: December 16, 2008

After being a fervent supporter of The All-American Rejects’ self-titled album, and Move Along, I was eager to hear their latest work of genius, When the World Comes Down, not only because it had been three years since Move Along, but because of the negativity from numerous individuals who have written reviews on this album. I witnessed, as did many other individuals, the six month progression of this specific album from inception to its culmination and how the band put tremendous effort into making this album.

The All-American Rejects are in all probability one of the only bands that I know of that permitted their fans, or anyone for that matter, to watch them via web cam (Justin TV) or Kyte phone, so that one could truly appreciate how each and every song comes together in the studio.

Eric Valentine, who produced this current album and has produced other such albums for Smash Mouth, Third Eye Blind, Taking Back Sunday, and Good Charlotte, appeared to have lived in the studio with the incalculable hours he put into When the World Comes Down, and once I bought the actual album, I caught sight of what a perfectionist Mr. Valentine truly is. Conversely, if one desires an album that is just thrown together almost every year for the sake of providing another album to the public with no rhyme or reason, then Fall Out Boy would almost certainly be more up your alley.

But if you are looking for an enjoyable combination of their self-titled album and Move Along, then one will not be dissatisfied with When the World Comes Down.

“Gives You Hell” is their first released single off this present album, and it does not disappoint. It is something very unlike what they have done before, but it is meant to have that cartoon-like feel. It captured my attention relatively fast due to the captivating lyrics and sound.

“Another Heart Calls” is a duet with The Pierces that starts out slow, and then essentially when one doesn’t anticipate it, gets more intense and heavier as it progresses. “Talk to me, I’m throwing myself in front of you, this could be the last mistake that I would ever want to do, all I ever do is give, it’s time you see my point of view” are lyrics that may appeal to individuals with those same sentiments.

“Real World” has a heavier edge as lead vocalist Tyson Ritter displays a sinister side of the world today and the essential need for change with lyrics such as, “Look out the window at the sky that doesn't care, I look up for the sun but it's not there, the rivers flood and the ground beneath me shakes, turn your eyes, I bet you hope that window breaks, you hope it breaks, but still I know, that you can make the change.”

The bonus track, “Sunshine,” is a very moving song with such lyrics as, “It's a new day it's a bright day, even when you stand in the dark,” with the orchestra playing in the background. It reminded me of previous albums where The All-American Rejects also incorporated the orchestra.

The All-American Rejects have not veered off of what they are known for: making memorable, inspirational, and poignant songs. What they do prove, however, in their latest album is that with each album they have put out, they have not only grown lyrically, they have grown as individuals as exhibited in their views on change and life in general, all while achieving a unique sound that is all their own.

the sensitivity of blink-182 and the pop chops of Jimmy Eat World
myspace.com/allamericanrejects (http://www.myspace.com/allamericanrejects)

[LongDistanceDrunk]

You seriously think the lyrics on here are and 8.5? Once I saw that I couldn't bear to read your review.

[kesto4]

You seriously think the lyrics on here are and 8.5? Once I saw that I couldn't bear to read your review.
The lyrics are actually quite good. Just because the first track has weak and cliche lyrics doesn't mean they all do. 'Mona Lisa', 'Another Heart Calls', 'Back To Me', 'The Wind Blows', and 'Sunshine' all have great lyrics.

[LongDistanceDrunk]

The lyrics are actually quite good. Just because the first track has weak and cliche lyrics doesn't mean they all do. 'Mona Lisa', 'Another Heart Calls', 'Back To Me', 'The Wind Blows', and 'Sunshine' all have great lyrics.
Even the staff review pointed out how embarrassing the lyrics are. I see no possible way to classify these as good lyrics unless your like 14.

[hockeyguitar99]

The lyrics are terrible and so is this album, also, the shot at Fall Out Boy was idiotic. AAR wish they could've released an album like Folie A Deux, which was written, recorded, and produced far better than this piece of shit.

[mikeoftheyear]

love it!

[fadedmemories]

The lyrics are terrible and so is this album, also, the shot at Fall Out Boy was idiotic. AAR wish they could've released an album like Folie A Deux, which was written, recorded, and produced far better than this piece of shit.
I agree with you. This review is so terrible it's LOL-worthy.

[giovanni_c]

Nearly every category looks rated a little too high here. I just don't see how they've stepped it up since Move Along to warrant this praise.

[fran.182]

I would give the album a 73%

[MusicTalks]

"Another Heart Calls" is a clutch song and there are a few others, but no thanks to the rest. Additionally, to somehow say that an album can't be good because it was released a year after their previous one is just ridiculous. On that note, waiting 3 years to release an album certainly won't guarantee that it's good - case in point AAR. You probably watched their feed 24/7 and would be the 14-16 year old group that the album caters too. Attacking FOB, as a When The World Come Downs lobbyist throws your credibility swiftly out the window.

[losnoufy]

the sensitivity of blink-182? really?

but yeah...i haven't heard this album yet. i will say their first album is one of my favorite nostalgia cd's, and move along was a bit disappointing (except for a few guilty pleasure songs), probably because my taste had changed pretty drastically by then. i haven't heard a good thing about this album until now. i enjoy the single, but mostly because i think it's humorous, not a good song at all. i am going to steal this album though because for some odd reason i love the all american rejects, even though that aren't very good. and i doubt this album is very good. and even besides that, this is an extremely poorly written review. just because you say "one" instead of "you" and randomly throw in big boy words like "essentially" and "fervent" doesn't mean that it isn't a linguistic and grammatical mess. i'm sorry...i don't mean to be a dick but the journalism major in me couldn't hold his tongue. it really sucks and i hate to say it, but the fact that this review looks like it was written by a 5-year-old is really going to make it hard for me to take this album seriously upon first listen.

[MusicTalks]

the sensitivity of blink-182? really?

but yeah...i haven't heard this album yet. i will say their first album is one of my favorite nostalgia cd's, and move along was a bit disappointing (except for a few guilty pleasure songs), probably because my taste had changed pretty drastically by then. i haven't heard a good thing about this album until now. i enjoy the single, but mostly because i think it's humorous, not a good song at all. i am going to steal this album though because for some odd reason i love the all american rejects, even though that aren't very good. and i doubt this album is very good. and even besides that, this is an extremely poorly written review. just because you say "one" instead of "you" and randomly throw in big boy words like "essentially" and "fervent" doesn't mean that it isn't a linguistic and grammatical mess. i'm sorry...i don't mean to be a dick but the journalism major in me couldn't hold his tongue. it really sucks and i hate to say it, but the fact that this review looks like it was written by a 5-year-old is really going to make it hard for me to take this album seriously upon first listen.

Yet, somehow it was a lot easier to read than your heap of a mess posted above.

[DarkBlue13]

hahaha i love how brutal people on this site are. in all honesty i really like a few of the songs on this cd, namely gives you hell, mona lisa, and another heart calls. unfortunately the lyrics on the rest of the cd are weaker than shit. overall: 70%

maybe thats even too high

[wtfTouchMyBalls]

i don't get how the other reviews called out the lyrics. they even pointed out the line "breakin' is what the heart is for."

i mean that doesn't really bother me but when the glass passenger is praised and has the lyrics "big hearts are for breakin'" then i don't know.

overall this cd is great and i'm glad someone else thinks so. good review.

[losnoufy]

Yet, somehow it was a lot easier to read than your heap of a mess posted above.
yeah.

[hockeyguitar99]

i don't get how the other reviews called out the lyrics. they even pointed out the line "breakin' is what the heart is for."

i mean that doesn't really bother me but when the glass passenger is praised and has the lyrics "big hearts are for breakin'" then i don't know.

overall this cd is great and i'm glad someone else thinks so. good review.
TGP had generally good lyrics, and that was certainly a week moment. This entire album is one huge week moment. It's a piece of shit.

[wtfTouchMyBalls]

TGP had generally good lyrics, and that was certainly a week moment. This entire album is one huge week moment. It's a piece of shit.

yeah don't get me wrong. that was my album of the year. i went in thinking this album would suck but for some reason i think it's good.

but i value and respect your opinion and your decision not to bash my taste in music even though i do like welcome the night by the ataris. so thank you.

[MusicTalks]

On a sidenote, the album art for this record is shitty. I don't mind the logos and the flames, and whatnot, but the blue mess of debris that spells All American Rejects? Excess.

[Yellowcard2006]

On a sidenote, the album art for this record is shitty. I don't mind the logos and the flames, and whatnot, but the blue mess of debris that spells All American Rejects? Excess.
It's supposed to be melted crayons of that helps your understanding at all.

[MusicTalks]

It's supposed to be melted crayons of that helps your understanding at all.

But why melted crayons?

[WhoSaidThat?]

Uh, yes. This album isn't an 82% album. However, it's not an atrocity, by any means. Just a very underwhelming, disappointing effort from these guys. Let's hope next time AAR pulls a Paper Walls on us and redeem themselves.

[zFrog]

Disagree with this review, I listened to it once and didn't feel like listening to it again, the lyrics were a major downside too. for a pop rock release this is pretty bad, given up on trying to like this band

Just my opinion

[shwaz499]

dude you say "Gives Em Hell" has a cartoon-like feel. Just cause u understand what you mean by that doesn't mean people reading it well. You need to be more clear when you review albums.

[sowrongitsryan]

The production is the worse part. Listen to the demos, you'll see what I mean.

[WhoSaidThat?]

The production is the worse part. Listen to the demos, you'll see what I mean.
Valentine is the worst part, actually.

[sowrongitsryan]

Valentine is the worst part, actually.
And Valentine is the producer, and he did all the production (produce, mix, mastering).

The drums sound like sticks beating on pots and pans, the guitars sound like strumming rubber bands, and the vocals are bad.

[The Personist]

The production is the worse part. Listen to the demos, you'll see what I mean.
This album is trash.


As for the review, how dare you call out FOB when you're touting a band that has never been half as good as them? Fall Out Boy is one of the scene's most talented and original bands, and AAR is derivative and owe some of their success to FOB's. It's that simple. Don't bite the hand that feeds you.

Also, don't write bad reviews. This one is bad. It shows no discretion and is full of bias.

[WhoSaidThat?]

$1,000,000 Question: Why was this review approved to begin with.

[The Personist]

$1,000,000 Question: Why was this review approved to begin with.
This.

[sowrongitsryan]

This album is trash.


As for the review, how dare you call out FOB when you're touting a band that has never been half as good as them? Fall Out Boy is one of the scene's most talented and original bands, and AAR is derivative and owe some of their success to FOB's. It's that simple. Don't bite the hand that feeds you.

Also, don't write bad reviews. This one is bad. It shows no discretion and is full of bias.
Fall Out Boy is no where near original.
FOB actually dervied from AAR's success.
AAR was big before FOB, sooo yeah. Shut up.

[iseethesun123]

The lyrics are terrible and so is this album, also, the shot at Fall Out Boy was idiotic. AAR wish they could've released an album like Folie A Deux, which was written, recorded, and produced far better than this piece of shit.
Oh another fourteen year old fan girl of Fall Out Boy. Oh wait are you a boy? I cant tell. One you jump on everything the staff on this site says like it is heaven sent and your picture is kinda confusing...And your taste is terrible. Outlook for you is looking grim. With that said great album

[kesto4]

This album is trash.


As for the review, how dare you call out FOB when you're touting a band that has never been half as good as them? Fall Out Boy is one of the scene's most talented and original bands, and AAR is derivative and owe some of their success to FOB's. It's that simple. Don't bite the hand that feeds you.

Also, don't write bad reviews. This one is bad. It shows no discretion and is full of bias.

The All-American Rejects don't need a "scene" to survive as a band, unlike Fall Out Boy. The All-American Rejects success is not based of of FOB's either. Hard to imagine that AAR's self-titled that was made in 2002 and they were already big then. Months later FOB released Take This To Your Grave. FOB is riding on the coat tails of a band that barely existed then. 'Move Along' and 'From Under The Cork Tree' also came out right about the same time, both very successful.

Needless to say, this album is great. There are the people that like it and the people that haven't listened to it.

[WhoSaidThat?]

Oh another fourteen year old fan girl of Fall Out Boy. Oh wait are you a boy? I cant tell. One you jump on everything the staff on this site says like it is heaven sent and your picture is kinda confusing...And your taste is terrible. Outlook for you is looking grim. With that said great album
http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p185/TheSavageRabbit/DumbPost.jpg

[iseethesun123]

http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p185/TheSavageRabbit/DumbPost.jpg
Attempt at humor?

[WhoSaidThat?]

Attempt at humor?
A successful one, actually.

[hockeyguitar99]

Oh another fourteen year old fan girl of Fall Out Boy. Oh wait are you a boy? I cant tell. One you jump on everything the staff on this site says like it is heaven sent and your picture is kinda confusing...And your taste is terrible. Outlook for you is looking grim. With that said great album
Says the dude who likes the shittier, more generic pop album and has The Maine in his avatar. Also, you should be careful about calling Broken Social Scene and Radiohead bad, some people get really pissy about that.

EDIT: Also, where's this agreeing with staff members thing coming from? J. Tate liked this album, Fallon didn't. Notice how two staff members have different opinions? Isn't that odd how I agree with one and not the other?

[The Personist]

The All-American Rejects don't need a "scene" to survive as a band, unlike Fall Out Boy. The All-American Rejects success is not based of of FOB's either. Hard to imagine that AAR's self-titled that was made in 2002 and they were already big then. Months later FOB released Take This To Your Grave. FOB is riding on the coat tails of a band that barely existed then. 'Move Along' and 'From Under The Cork Tree' also came out right about the same time, both very successful.

Needless to say, this album is great. There are the people that like it and the people that haven't listened to it.
AAR did debut before FOB's first full-length (TTTYG), but let's examine the two bands down the road:

FUCT: progression from TTTYG
Move Along: Added analog drums, heavier sound, more--gasp!--pop-punk influences!

now, who made pop-punk the thing that was awesome again?

Let's think for a sec--oh! Could it be that little band who released the most influential pop-punk album as far as this scene is concerned since NFG's self-titled?

AAR isn't this great, fantastic, transcendent entity you lift them up to be. They're a pop band that has consistently followed trends and done nothing new or unique at all. This album finds them abandoning all their charm--and yes, I've listened to it--and seeking to capitalize on power pop while it's cool. You're right, AAR was first. But FOB never rode THEIR coattails, to be damn sure. In fact, I saw FOB in 2006 on the Honda Civic tour...guess who was OPENING instead of headlining...?

This is a stupid argument. Anyone who thinks AAR has MORE TALENT than Fall Out Boy is clearly not intelligent enough to warrant anyone's time. Personal preference is one thing, but objective musical talent can't be debated.

[The Personist]

A successful one, actually.
I lol'ed.

[WhoSaidThat?]

I lol'ed.
Thanks. I read your previous comment, I agree that Fall Out Boy is more talented than the Rejects, but it's wrong to say that they are taking advantage of a powerpop trend to "stay cool".

[iseethesun123]

Says the dude who likes the shittier, more generic pop album and has The Maine in his avatar. Also, you should be careful about calling Broken Social Scene and Radiohead bad, some people get really pissy about that.

EDIT: Also, where's this agreeing with staff members thing coming from? J. Tate liked this album, Fallon didn't. Notice how two staff members have different opinions? Isn't that odd how I agree with one and not the other?
Dude I've seen you in threads before. Right when a staff member says something you jump all over their shit. And again I know The Maine are not talented. But those guys make fun music that I enjoy and I dont give a shit really who disagrees. Im sick of people saying the Rejects suck but praising FOB like all mighty Gods. Folie A Deux is an awful boring album that repeats itself from start to finish. BUt Tate does love them with all his might so I see how it goes.

[iseethesun123]

A successful one, actually.
Weird that I didn't laugh...and no one else seemed to think so either...but yourself... hmmmmmm

[The Personist]

Weird that I didn't laugh...and no one else seemed to think so either...but yourself... hmmmmmm
False. Just like it's false that you think that AAR is better than FOB.

[The Personist]

Dude I've seen you in threads before. Right when a staff member says something you jump all over their shit. And again I know The Maine are not talented. But those guys make fun music that I enjoy and I dont give a shit really who disagrees. Im sick of people saying the Rejects suck but praising FOB like all mighty Gods. Folie A Deux is an awful boring album that repeats itself from start to finish. BUt Tate does love them with all his might so I see how it goes.
I like this logic.

This album can't be bad because I like it, so it must be the staff members peddling lies.

That's the dumbest logic I've ever heard. Congratulations, you're an idiot!

[The Personist]

Allmusic gave this a lower score than they did Folie A Deux--does that mean Jason Tate paid off the reviewers to give precious FOB a good score?

You AAR defenders are too myopic to realize that they're a fairly one-dimensional band. There isn't a LOT of depth or sophistication to ANY of their music. They're an enjoyable pop band. That's all. Fall Out Boy has progressed and changed with every release. From EOWYG to FAD, they've grown and their sound tells that story very well. AAR doesn't have such growth to speak of. When they do, the comparison will become valid.

[hockeyguitar99]

Dude I've seen you in threads before. Right when a staff member says something you jump all over their shit. And again I know The Maine are not talented. But those guys make fun music that I enjoy and I dont give a shit really who disagrees. Im sick of people saying the Rejects suck but praising FOB like all mighty Gods. Folie A Deux is an awful boring album that repeats itself from start to finish. BUt Tate does love them with all his might so I see how it goes.
So you're telling me that "What A Catch" sounds exactly like "(Coffee's For Closers)" or "Headfirst Slide" sounds exactly like "America's Suitehearts" or "I Don't Care" sounds exactly like "Disloyal Order For Water Buffaloes"? You should probably get your ears check, the AAR album is the one that repeats it self for the most part. I like their first 2, but this one is utter shit, and as for agreeing with staff members, I'd love for you to link me to a few threads from the past month or so where that happened, thanks.

[birtcho]

i relaly like the album too

[Yellowcard2006]

Allmusic gave this a lower score than they did Folie A Deux--does that mean Jason Tate paid off the reviewers to give precious FOB a good score?

You AAR defenders are too myopic to realize that they're a fairly one-dimensional band. There isn't a LOT of depth or sophistication to ANY of their music. They're an enjoyable pop band. That's all. Fall Out Boy has progressed and changed with every release. From EOWYG to FAD, they've grown and their sound tells that story very well. AAR doesn't have such growth to speak of. When they do, the comparison will become valid.
this.

I like both Folie a Deux and when the world comes down.. But cleary FOB have matured and evolved their sound much more than AAR. Folie a deux is better than WTWCD. AAR put together a collection of great pop songs and thats what they've always done. Both albums are good but in their own way for their own style.

[The Personist]

this.

I like both Folie a Deux and when the world comes down.. But cleary FOB have matured and evolved their sound much more than AAR. Folie a deux is better than WTWCD. AAR put together a collection of great pop songs and thats what they've always done. Both albums are good but in their own way for their own style.
Thank you for being reasonable.

[rockmuse.nickey]

both new albums FOB and AAR are pieces of shit. Disappointed... I guess I expected sth more.

[mateoman]

Thank GOD. This is the review I was waiting for on this site. This album isn't ground-breaking, but I actually love it. And people need to stop being ridiculous. Much worse albums have been given above an 8 this year.

[mateoman]

And it's fair to say FOB has progressed more. I agree. But lack of progression in pop doesn't make a band horrible. Isn't that kind of how pop goes? When was pop rock expected to be deep and dynamic? Next you'll be saying All Time Low's lyrics are getting LESS serious than they used to be. It's about FUN, guys. And if pop fails to be fun, it's lost its direction. FOB has changed, and I do enjoy a few songs off of the CD, but I got an overall feeling of wierd-ness from the later songs on the album. They were a lot of work to listen hrough even once, and I was never rewarded for my patience, and after a couple more forced listens i haven't gone back. WTWCD is still on repeat in my car.

[iseethesun123]

Allmusic gave this a lower score than they did Folie A Deux--does that mean Jason Tate paid off the reviewers to give precious FOB a good score?

You AAR defenders are too myopic to realize that they're a fairly one-dimensional band. There isn't a LOT of depth or sophistication to ANY of their music. They're an enjoyable pop band. That's all. Fall Out Boy has progressed and changed with every release. From EOWYG to FAD, they've grown and their sound tells that story very well. AAR doesn't have such growth to speak of. When they do, the comparison will become valid.
That is all opinion. I don't think FOB has grown at all. They continue to make boring pop-punk. AAR didnt mature from their first to their second but have definitely grown up alot in making the third. But you see that is opinion and you are the dumbass saying you are the only one right. But I guess FOB fans are all the same. Oops opinion again

[The Personist]

That is all opinion. I don't think FOB has grown at all. They continue to make boring pop-punk. AAR didnt mature from their first to their second but have definitely grown up alot in making the third. But you see that is opinion and you are the dumbass saying you are the only one right. But I guess FOB fans are all the same. Oops opinion again
But you're stating something that is factually untrue. They HAVE grown, as their sound differs. AAR hasn't, since they're really not that different from when they started. So I am saying something that is, opinions aside, objectively correct--Fall Out Boy has grown and changed. You are starting a fire without the fuel to keep it going. This argument is null and void to anyone who listens to "Honorable Mention," then "'Tell That Mick...'", then "Our Lawyer Made Us...", then "Thriller," then "Disloyal Order of Water Buffaloes." These songs--the first off each of their albums--show a clear stylistic change and growth. It is indisputable that "Honorable Mention" is a far cry from "Disloyal Order," which is more complex and sophisticated from a theoretical and lyrical standpoint. I understand and respect opinions; however, you're the one asserting something that's not even debatable. Fall Out Boy has grown up and changed; AAR is still making high school pop music. I don't care if you like one band better than the other, but to argue that FOB is stagnant and repetitive is stupid, since it's just not true at all.

[WhoSaidThat?]

Anyway, the problem isn't that I disagree with the review (if indeed we're still touching on that). I DO disagree, it's just a bad review, clearly biased. It's fine if you think WTWCD is that great, I won't give you hell (hahaha) for that.

I actually love this band, myself. This is just a very disappointing record. I like about 7-8 songs when I swore I would love it track-for-track. However, I still have hope that the Rejects can and will bounce back from this.

[indianromeo83]

i agree with u guys that this album is below par the standards of aar but give them a break,these guys r a real promising band.i think there should have been more songs like "real world" on this album.also fall out boy sucks,they just put out an album every year on the fact they r riding a success wave.the fall out boys cant b graded into any genre and the new album is just pop

[MeganLovesCal]

this album is amazing.
i don't understand how people don't like their lyrics, because i find them simply amazing.

some bands throws out a record every 4 months because , as Tyson says, they see the coattails of their last record falling, and they don't want people to forget about them, so they write an album with 3 good songs and a bunch of skippers.

this website has so many AAR haters [which i cannot wrap my head around.?] so im sure someone's gonna hate me for all this.
but i personally love that they take a break and go away for a few years & actually put thought into their record.
&& i love how they use their kyte player, because you really get to learn a lot about them and it's just nice to know that they care as much as their fans do. sometimes Tyson will get on & talk to us, too .
<3
the point is, this album is amazing.
the end.

[Yellowcard2006]

this album is amazing.
i don't understand how people don't like their lyrics, because i find them simply amazing.

some bands throws out a record every 4 months because , as Tyson says, they see the coattails of their last record falling, and they don't want people to forget about them, so they write an album with 3 good songs and a bunch of skippers.

this website has so many AAR haters [which i cannot wrap my head around.?] so im sure someone's gonna hate me for all this.
but i personally love that they take a break and go away for a few years & actually put thought into their record.
&& i love how they use their kyte player, because you really get to learn a lot about them and it's just nice to know that they care as much as their fans do. sometimes Tyson will get on & talk to us, too .
<3
the point is, this album is amazing.
the end.
Yup I agree. Awesome album, every track has something special about it. Welcome to AP.net

[likeabullet]

I don't understand why the comments on this seem to have migrated towards FOB vs AAR. I don't see how attacking another band makes a band that you like seem any better than they did before you attacked the band you didn't like. It just baffles me.

I'm a FOB fan. I'm also an AAR fan. I fell in love with Folie a Deux, in fact it's still being played in my car. I just got When The World Comes Down on Friday but I was listening to it all day at work today. The band maybe hasn't grown as much from their debut to now as FOB has (and I'm sorry, they just haven't) but that doesn't take anything away from the fact that this is still an amazing and fun album in my opinion.

[Chrisl]

The lyrics are terrible and so is this album, also, the shot at Fall Out Boy was idiotic. AAR wish they could've released an album like Folie A Deux, which was written, recorded, and produced far better than this piece of shit.
In my opinion you can't compare AAR with FOB because their music styles are so different from each other. Besides, who wants a FOB copy ?

Personally, I think "When the world comes down" is great. And one of my faves^^

[Chrisl]

this.

I like both Folie a Deux and when the world comes down.. But cleary FOB have matured and evolved their sound much more than AAR. Folie a deux is better than WTWCD. AAR put together a collection of great pop songs and thats what they've always done. Both albums are good but in their own way for their own style.
Exactly the same what I think^^

[Jordan0123]

In my opinion you can't compare AAR with FOB because their music styles are so different from each other. Besides, who wants a FOB copy ?

Personally, I think "When the world comes down" is great. And one of my faves^^
Who wants a FOB copy you say? About a million more people worldwide than those who'd want an AAR one.
And for the reviewer, the pop at FOB wasn't needed, even if they release an album every year or so, it's always a lot better than the AAR's one which encompassed a 3 year wait for it. And has more emotion and thought behind it too, not just a bunch of similarly styled pop songs, progression and difference between songs, unlike AAR.

[BehcetWilliam]

amazing album