After Laughter

First off, this vinyl was so visually appealing (I have the white marble version) and it is hard for me to keep my hands off of it, because the marble looks just that good- very real and beautiful, like an actual marble counter that I wanted to slide my hands across. This is one of my favourite album designs since the (almost completely) translucent Vessel vinyl by twentyonepilots (an excellent group also signed to FUELEDBYRAMEN liked Paramore). Okay, so for the actual review of the product? The folder style album holder is very well constructed, feels durable, and gives plenty of eye candy. And once I got to the music, it was clear that this album was worth every. single. penny. Now, I have to admit: when the first song began, I thought I had somehow put on the wrong album, because their sound has changed significantly, but if there were ever a time when change was a good thing, this would be that time, hands down. I loved their old sound and I still do, but what they managed to do on this album is phenomenal and if you aren't paying attention, you almost miss it. Paramore managed to outdo themselves after albums like Riot! and Paramore. While this is not the kind of rock I was expecting, it is exactly Paramore's style and resonates with me on such a deep level. The music has a Rock SynthPop vibe, a depressed, pessimistic rocker meets Hawaiian Getaway feel and the juxtaposition between light-hearted tones and vibing jams & deep, haunting lyrics creates tremendous pieces of music. In fact, the uplifting tone of the music, itself, betraying the tone and message of the songs is a device they use that can easily be overlooked. It allows that, while on the outside someone may play the part of the happy-go-lucky kid for you guys (the plucky music), in reality, they are tired and they are sad (the lyrics revealing the true nature of the song). Hayley says it best, herself, “I'm so fake happy.” This choice to have upbeat, cheerful music that does not match the mood of the songs reflects the mood and “message” of the album, at least that's how I interpreted it. Hard Times, Fake Happy, Told You So, and Rose Coloured Boy are my top favourite four songs from this album, but the entire album is full of bangers and jams that will make you throw your arms up and dance while simultaneously throwing you into an existential depression. A+ content. I feel like this album is definitely on par with the best of their past discography and resonates deeply with a lot of people. I bought this album after hearing a 6 second video that had just 5 seconds of audio from Hard Times in it, and I immediately bought the album without listening to the whole song OR listening to any of the rest of the album, because when I heard that THAT sound was Paramore and that THOSE lyrics were backed by that sound, I wanted to experience it all in one sitting from a vinyl record, regardless of if the album was good or not. My friend said it was a risky gamble at best and a foolish purchase at worst, especially since it was vinyl. "They love to say they told me so," but it's not gambling if it's a sure thing, and in my long experience with Hayley and Paramore, they are ALWAYS a sure thing.

Paramore has been one of my favorite bands since high school. I would ride to school listening to “Misery Business,” and relating to everything on Riot! I also found it entirely bold and daring of Williams who was only 16 when the band got it’s start wore bright orange hair. Williams songwriting spoke to me as an angsty teenager who felt misunderstood, undermined, and never ever good enough, it helped me cope through all those feelings and become a writer myself, and later a teenage author at only 15. Released on May 12, 2017 as follow-up to their 2013 self-titled album comes a huge change for the band both sonically and lyrically. The album contains dark lyrics over fun and poppy melodies Williams has been very open about her struggles with depression: “It means that look on a person’s face when they laugh really hard and then there’s this moment when they come back to reality.” Drummer Zac Farro rejoined the band in 2017. After Laughter debuted at number six on the US Billboard Hot 200. Song by Song Review Hard Times: A playful eighties vibe contrast hard hitting lyrics showcasing growing up and Williams’ personal struggle with depression. Rose-Colored Boy: A song about feeling pressure to look at the world with blind optimism when you actually feel very hopeless about the world and your part in it. There is so much social pressure to be “happy” that we can actually feel shame when we aren’t. Told You So: With a central theme is built around the common phrase, “Hate to say I told you so” which is typically said in a condescending disapproving manner. A track about struggles faced when people watching your every move waiting for you to make a mistake. Forgiveness: Throughout “Forgiveness” Hayley talks about forgiveness and redemption between her and the other band members and troublesome moments with her partner at the time. Fake Happy: A song showcasing how much we as humans can hide underneath our smiles. Despite being bright and bubbly at our best, there are some moments that you can’t fake the happiness. 26: About not losing hope and staying a dreamer, the musicality is acoustic and very authentically transparent. Pool: 80’s new wave synth pop musicality creates a cool but dark love song about the highs and lows of loving someone Grudges: A song about Zac Farro’s return to the band in 2017 after he left in 2010. Caught in the Middle: Williams confronts the concept of getting older. Combined with a contrasting light and danceable beat, Paramore shares the harsh feeling of seeing the years piling up. This song can also be seen as a fight with depression. Sometimes, the simple act of moving forward in life is a tedious task. No Friend: An outro track to “Idle Worship” containing spoken word poetry from Aaron Weiss from MeWithoutYou. Tell Me How: The final track about being at a crossroads in life. It’s a slow moving laiden track showing optimism toward the band’s future. Paramore shows us that whether you are looking at the world with ‘Brand New Eyes’ or allowing the ‘Riot!’ within to speak up boldly. ‘After Laughter’ showcases a brand new maturity toward the realities and struggles of being a thirty-something adult in today’s world. And I am enamored by all that the band puts out both sonically and lyrically.

This is my first paramore album purchase. I've heard the singles of her other albums over the years and some I enjoyed and others were ok. I remember a girlfriend years back listening to riot and i was like man, this is mad girl music. I can say that hayley has matured and that this album has a concise theme that touches on subjects that I especially can relate too. Feeling like you have to live up to certain expectations, failure, being scared etc. Everyone can relate to these issues and its refreshing to hear her talk about how she feels. A lot of people think that celebrities or people who are super successful have no problems, but they are people just like us. This album has a very summer feel to it. There are songs that have really good production on this album. Some stand out tracks to me are Hard Times Told you so Fake happy 26 - changes up the pace, acoustic, real nice song. pool - summer beat idle worship - shows emotion in trying to not disappoint but having to accept that she has to be who she is. Rose-Colored boy has this chant that is catchy: "Low-key, no pressure, just hang with me and my weather". Reminds me of the Ting Tings not my name. Caught in the middle has a nice guitar riff. I have only heard the entire album 2 times through and through. I dont think there is a skippable track in this album, it goes by real fast. So basically after saying all of that, as a male, yes this has some feminine tones in it, yes its not the same sad girl music from years back but I feel that this is an honest expression of self and a great record to add to your collection.

The minute that I saw that this was out, I ordered it on Amazon Prime before evening listening to any besides "Hard Times" and "Told you So", so I had a small taste of what to expect. When I first listened to it in my car, I was having a great time just without paying too much attention to lyrics or what the songs were called or anything and thought it was pretty good. The more I listen to it, the more I like it. The only song I don't really get into is "No Friend" since IMP they should have the lyrics much more clear so they're much more distinguishable. It's one of those songs that really stands out from the rest; the lyrics, the overall mood of it, and especially that it's not Hayley singing it. It's not that I don't like it, it has some pretty deep lyrics that I'm pretty sure it references a bunch of past Paramore lyrics too. There are many track on here I find very favorable; Fake Happy, Idle Worship, Pool, Hard Times, Rose-Colored Boy, and Told you So. The rest I also love listening to as well over and over again. They each have their own charm, like the relatable lyrics of "Fake Happy" "..Oh Please! Just don't ask me how I've been. Don't make me play pretend. Oh no! Oh, what's the use? Oh please! I bet everybody here is fake happy too" or "Just let me let you down Hey, baby I'm not your superhuman And if that's what you want I hate to let you down I got your hopes up Now I got you hoping But I'm gonna be the one that let you down" from "Idle Worship" I don't know which album of Paramore is my favorite out of "All we know is falling", "Riot!", "Brand New Eyes", "Paramore" and now this one. I'm loving this one and am wondering what their next album will sound like when it most likely comes out 2021. Some people may not like that they aren't going back to the kind of sound and energy that is heard from "Riot!" but either way, the most important thing is it's the music the makes the band members satisfied with their work. There are going to be haters whether the music goes towards a new direction or stays about the same so they might as well goes with what feels right, and this music definitely feels right to my ears. If you don't like it, that's fine, just accept that, just like a person, it's going to change over time. Thank you for your time.

Very good and love to listen to and pretty

First and most important: great sound quality. But it's also really gorgeous, with a great matte gatefold, and the vinyl itself is a beautiful marble pressing, I love it!

amazing album, the pressing on the record is also very nice to look at. played with no trouble

Fantastic album

Lo he comprado en vinilo y es color marfil con una ligera estampación, muy chulo

Paramore does it again

Came as expected, amazon upgraded thier vinyl box, much thicker and will protect your vinyl when undergoing overseas purchase

Paramore's 'After Laughter' album is an absolute gem that continues to shine brightly, even years after its release. Every listen is like diving into a vibrant rainbow of sound, with each track offering a fluorescent experience that uplifts the spirit. The vinyl edition only enhances the magic, adding a tactile dimension to the already outstanding auditory journey. From start to finish, this album delivers an irresistible mixture of fun and introspection, making it a must-have for any music lover's collection. Five stars without a doubt!

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