• Record Label: Island
  • Release Date: Apr 16, 2013
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  1. Apr 16, 2013
    10
    They did a very honorable, risky thing and streamed their album days before the release date via soundcloud. I listened to it at least 10 times and am going to get the physical copy ASAP. I recommend this album to anyone. The genre and moods range song to song and has something for everybody
  2. Apr 26, 2013
    10
    Amazing and long overdue... FOB brings a lot of new-ness to the scene that shows they can be relevant in 2013 while maintaining #1 on the charts.

    An amazing album.
  3. Apr 28, 2013
    10
    This album is fantastic! Fall Out Boy returns and fills the void that they have left behind. This album contains many hit songs including The Phoenix, Just One Yesterday, Death Valley, Miss Missing You, among many others. The songs do not feel like fillers terrible songs surrounding one or two hits to make an album and as a result, you can feel the amazing effort put into thisThis album is fantastic! Fall Out Boy returns and fills the void that they have left behind. This album contains many hit songs including The Phoenix, Just One Yesterday, Death Valley, Miss Missing You, among many others. The songs do not feel like fillers terrible songs surrounding one or two hits to make an album and as a result, you can feel the amazing effort put into this compilation. The one song that feels out of place is "The Might Fall" featuring rapper Big Sean. The rapping style of Big Sean clashes not only with the song but also with the album as a whole. Despite this one feature, other features such as Courtney Love, Foxes, and Elton John fell right into place in this concoction of pop rock. Furthermore, Patrick Stump's vocals exceed the requirements of the rock genre and adds quick pitch changes that provide pleasant elements to each song.

    I give this album a 10 even though it's not perfect, but by today's standard of the average album, as I said, which usually includes only a few great songs and a handful of mediocre ones, Fall Out Boy's Save Rock & Roll takes the prize.
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  4. Jun 25, 2013
    10
    This is possibly FOB's greatest album to date. They're back to save Rock & Roll? That's a pretty ballsy statement, but damn are they right. With great songs for new listeners and old ones too. Plus, what's better than a cameo by Elton John? Save Rock & Roll is an outstanding album, and the title track is the best track on the album.
  5. Jul 11, 2013
    10
    Excellent album!
    This album is in my opinion, their best yet. Great lyrics and extremely catchy melodies and such a high quality sounding album has made this one of the best of 2013 for me.
    Naturally The Phoenix is a pounding track to start with, followed by the amazing My songs know what you did in the dark but there are other tracks that stand as tall such as Just one yesterday
    Excellent album!
    This album is in my opinion, their best yet. Great lyrics and extremely catchy melodies and such a high quality sounding album has made this one of the best of 2013 for me.
    Naturally The Phoenix is a pounding track to start with, followed by the amazing My songs know what you did in the dark but there are other tracks that stand as tall such as Just one yesterday with such a charm, making this a must buy.
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  6. Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Just joined Metactritic and this is on of my favorite cd's of the year so high energy, tough, and intense and brave I love most of the tracks. Ten out of ten.
  7. Dec 15, 2015
    10
    Amazing comeback album. the tracks are very satisfying to my ears since they are quite catchy. You cant throw a single song to the trash because they are all so good. We do need remixes for these songs because they are perfect as they are.
  8. Jan 22, 2018
    10
    You can say what you want about this album, but to me; this is by far their best album. Every song (ironically other than the title song) was brilliantly written, produced, and sung.
  9. FTM
    May 21, 2018
    10
    Their first revival album, is by far their best, and its my personal favorite FOB album. I guess i will rank my favorite songs.

    11) The Mighty Fall 8/10 10) Where Did The Party Go 8.5/10 9) My Songs Know What You Did In The Dark 9/10 8) Rat-a-Tat 10/10 7) Miss Missing You 10/10 6) Death Valley 10/10 5) Alone Together 10/10 4) Just One Yesterday 10/10 3) Young Volcanoes 10/10 2)
    Their first revival album, is by far their best, and its my personal favorite FOB album. I guess i will rank my favorite songs.

    11) The Mighty Fall 8/10
    10) Where Did The Party Go 8.5/10
    9) My Songs Know What You Did In The Dark 9/10
    8) Rat-a-Tat 10/10
    7) Miss Missing You 10/10
    6) Death Valley 10/10
    5) Alone Together 10/10
    4) Just One Yesterday 10/10
    3) Young Volcanoes 10/10
    2) The Phoenix 10/10
    1) Save Rock And Roll 10/10
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  10. Sep 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Love Fall Out Boy, always know what they're doing it seems like in some capacity. Love Save Rock And Roll, delivers the promise that a young, new generation of FOB fans can love, and old fans can enjoy. Start to finish there are amazing lyrics and the sound is AWESOME!. If I were to rank the songs in order,

    11. Miss Missing You
    Why- Its a great song, no doubt, but after about 3 plays you get kinda bored. Definitely one for heartbreak and trying to get over that ex

    10.The Mighty Fall
    Why- Its an interesting move, especially throwing Big Sean in there. Its a good song, Patrick comes through as ever!

    9. Just One Yesterday
    Why-While I've grown to love this song, its still #9. If you feel bad about something, words said out of context, or just wishing for simpler days, this is it

    8.Rat A Tat
    Why- Awesome song, makes you feel kinda rebellious, and still keeps the memorable chorus, and a chant, "RAT A TAT TAT RAT A TAT TAT TAT AY!" I mean, c'mon!

    7. Death Valley
    If you're one for strong intros to songs, don't let this song fool you. It carries all the way, deserving of its #7 spot.

    6. Save Rock And Roll (featuring Sir Elton John)
    The Chicago Is So Two Years Ago reference in here is enough to bring you tears right away.

    5.Where Did The Party Go
    This is one for the party filled with laughter, I don't know how you couldn't like this song.

    4. My Songs Know What You Did In The Dark (Light 'Em Up)
    It was popular, and for a good reason. For dealing with the hype, before big moments.

    3. The Phoenix
    Can Fall Out Boy do no wrong? The Phoenix is just amazing. Strong hook, strong chorus, and strong verses.

    2. Young Volcanoes
    Heartbreaking and brilliant. Pete Wentz and Patrick have truly struck a chord with my soul, good god man,

    1. Alone Together
    It has to Alone Together. Punk-Rock will never leave you, and this song won't either. Love it forever
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  11. May 28, 2013
    9
    Was never the biggest Fall out Boy fan before. I liked a good amount of their songs, but I didn't follow them closely enough to call myself a true fan. Never listened to entire albums as I found some of there songs tedious and pretentious (and I still do). But this song was a pleasant surprise for me as a mostly neutral fan of theirs. If you listen to it not expecting it to be a true blueWas never the biggest Fall out Boy fan before. I liked a good amount of their songs, but I didn't follow them closely enough to call myself a true fan. Never listened to entire albums as I found some of there songs tedious and pretentious (and I still do). But this song was a pleasant surprise for me as a mostly neutral fan of theirs. If you listen to it not expecting it to be a true blue rock album, and listen to it with an open mind toward all music styles you'll enjoy it. The only songs I don't really enjoy are Rat a Tat Tat and Save Rock and Roll. There's some real value in all the other ones. Albums you can listen to front to back are rare these days, and I consider My Songs up to Young Volcanoes to be some really good songs and a great summer listen. Expand
  12. May 6, 2013
    9
    This isn't the old Fall Out Boy, but that doesn't mean I don't like it. Bands grow and evolve and this just shows that I still enjoy the music that they produce.
  13. Jun 4, 2013
    9
    Their best album. Strong tracks ("The Phoenix", MSKWYDITD, "The Mighty Fall" and "Death Valley"), deep tracks ("Alone Together", "Just One Yesterday" and "Miss Missing You"), one strong AND deep track ("Save Rock and Roll") and some groovy tunes ("Where Did the Party Go" and "Young Volcanoes"). Oh! And of course: One little mess in the middle to ruing what would be something perfect: Rat aTheir best album. Strong tracks ("The Phoenix", MSKWYDITD, "The Mighty Fall" and "Death Valley"), deep tracks ("Alone Together", "Just One Yesterday" and "Miss Missing You"), one strong AND deep track ("Save Rock and Roll") and some groovy tunes ("Where Did the Party Go" and "Young Volcanoes"). Oh! And of course: One little mess in the middle to ruing what would be something perfect: Rat a Tat. The collaborations are all great (except for Courtney Love) and Fall Out Boy should definitely keep walking these roads. Expand
  14. Apr 17, 2013
    9
    Most people would never believe that this was fall out boy if they hear songs from this album, but the fact is this is in my opinion a much more improved fall out boy. they have taken all the things that they have learned from previous experiences and tightened them up. i believe this is the fall out boy fans will need, not want.
  15. Jun 3, 2013
    9
    As a big Fall Out Boy fan i can safely say that this is my favorite album as of yet, you can definitely notice the amount of dedication that went in to this album and it pays off!
  16. Apr 23, 2013
    9
    it is one of the most enjoyable albums i ever heard long time ago honestly i did not like their music befor but this album really is the best till now in 2013
  17. Apr 26, 2013
    9
    This album is a little bit different than their other albums, but I still love it! The title of their album is quite funny too... Anyways, this album sounds wonderful, even if they changed up their style.
  18. Apr 16, 2013
    9
    Great album there are very few problems with this album. People will argue that it doesn't sound Fall out boy enough. But after taking a break and watching what the band did while not doing fall out boy the direction they took with the comeback makes sense. Every track either captures what makes fall out boy great or shows growth of the band. All the guests are great the only down isGreat album there are very few problems with this album. People will argue that it doesn't sound Fall out boy enough. But after taking a break and watching what the band did while not doing fall out boy the direction they took with the comeback makes sense. Every track either captures what makes fall out boy great or shows growth of the band. All the guests are great the only down is Courtney Loves bits seem to be unnecessary for the song. The weakest song on the album is Miss Missing You the stronger tracks are Save rock and roll, where did the party go?, and The Phoenix Expand
  19. Apr 16, 2013
    9
    Very good album. This album is a very good change of pace for fall out boy yet it still manages to please old fans. this album is a complete mixed bag featuring a rap melody from big Sean on "the mighty fall" an inspiring anthem with sir Elton John and his piano, an 80s hair metal inspired track my songs know what you did in the dark and an amazing opener The Phoenix reflecting FOB'sVery good album. This album is a very good change of pace for fall out boy yet it still manages to please old fans. this album is a complete mixed bag featuring a rap melody from big Sean on "the mighty fall" an inspiring anthem with sir Elton John and his piano, an 80s hair metal inspired track my songs know what you did in the dark and an amazing opener The Phoenix reflecting FOB's changes since there hiatus with a sense of urgency not found on old FOB tracks and amazing guitar work. the guitar and bass work on tracks such as the phoenix and "the mighty fall" are great but seem lacking on tracks such as "miss missing you" and "where did the party go. The drum work on almost all the album seems to poppy and dose not reflect Andy's drumming skills. Pete's song writing skills shine on "young volcanoes" "save rock and roll" and "the phoenix" but seem relay corny or outright bland and badly written on tracks such as "where did the party go" and "Miss missing you" overall the album is great and my favorite fall out boy album since "under the cork tree", but at times the album falls flat. best tracks are "save rock n roll" "the phoenix" and "young volcanoes" worst are "where did the party go" and "miss missing you" 8.5/10 Expand
  20. Apr 23, 2013
    9
    There are some good songs in this album (ex: My Songs Know What You Did in the Dark), and those good ones excel. However there are some mediocre ones and one or two bad ones. Altogether a great album. 9/10.
  21. Apr 28, 2013
    9
    The album opens with "The Phoenix", which to me, is as "punk rock" a Fall Out Boy song as I've heard. The lyrics from the chorus, "Hey Young Blood/Doesn't it feel/Like our time is running out?" coming from the soulful, yet almost angry sounding, Patrick Stump feels as urgent as they've ever been. It has the angst of "Take This To Your Grave", with furious string arrangements and an almostThe album opens with "The Phoenix", which to me, is as "punk rock" a Fall Out Boy song as I've heard. The lyrics from the chorus, "Hey Young Blood/Doesn't it feel/Like our time is running out?" coming from the soulful, yet almost angry sounding, Patrick Stump feels as urgent as they've ever been. It has the angst of "Take This To Your Grave", with furious string arrangements and an almost bouncy chorus.

    My Songs.... (Light Em Up) is the first single released when they announced their return. Won't waste time on it since it's been out since February tho. Good song, good single considering the other sounds on the album, and if they had come out with any other (Like "Alone Together), it might have been a bit aggressive and really put off some fans, but "My songs" serves as a good first single and introduction to their "new" sound.

    "Alone Together" is a song that didn't make sense to me at first, however, it's home to a few of my favorite moments on the album, "I'm outside the door/Invite me in/So we can go back and play pretend/I'm on deck and I'm up next/Tonight I'm high as a private jet." Lyrics like that, which sound perfect for pop radio, but don't sound cheap and cliche like most pop lyrics, accompanied with the guitar in the background, perfectly complements each other.

    "Where Did The Party Go"- Fun, "Top-Dropped" type of song, really bouncy chorus. Although, the part about "Boys smoking menthols/Girls are getting back rubs" might be the weakest lyrics of the record, the music makes you gloss over that and gets you in the dancing mood. Good song, but probably one of my least favorites.

    "Just One Yesterday"- Musically, this is my least favorite song on the album, however, the lyrics absolutely make up for this. "I don't have the right name/Or the right looks/But I have twice the heart." If you're a fan of Adele, this song might sound familiar to you, and could be a good song to get you into the album. Plus, the combination of guest artist Foxes & Patrick's vocals is absolutely superb, she really adds another dimension to the song, that otherwise would be lacking.

    "The Mighty Fall"- Really cool, classic hip-hop kind of beat and feel. Also, home to one of the few really definitive guitar riffs on the record. The vocals for the chorus absolutely soars and is the high point of the song. Big Sean makes an appearance, and his verse is ok (at best) but doesn't really enhance the song, more or less keeps up with the theme.. Good song, one of my favorites, but not the most memorable on the record.

    "Miss Missing You"- The intro reminds me of "(Coffee's For Closers) on "Folie a Deux", otherwise, it's one of the "pop" sounding songs, which a lot of synth, a very electronic song. Once again, the chorus has the most memorable lyrics, "Baby, you were my picket fence/I miss missing you now and then/Chlorine kiss/Summer skin/I miss missing you now and then". The outro, is a very delicate, very personal acoustic end that makes you not want to skip this song just to hear that part.

    "Death Valley"- My personal favorite on the album, also seems like where they pulled out all the stops. The opening lyrics are my favorite on the record (also the way Patrick sings them gives me chills), "I wanna see your animal side/Let it all out." The drumming is very CFC's-ish, straightforward drumline beat. Chorus is pure falsetto from Patrick, it just asks to be danced to. There's a nice acoustic part, right before some very surprising 15 seconds of dubstep. Had no idea I'd hear dubstep in an FOB song, but it doesn't out of place, I actually thought it was kind of cool.

    "Young Volcanoes"- Very almost a Train or Fun like song. Really fun to sing along to, a song that even your mom would like. And, hearing Patrick sing "We will teach you how to boys next door out of is worth hearing alone. Also, Hurley's drums really beat it up on this song.

    "Rat-A-Tat"- Courtney Love, it's all I really need to say when you hear her into, it's very a-typical her. Aside from The Phoenix, the most aggressive, frenetic song, with a chilled out chorus, "We're all fighting growing old/In the hopes/Of a few minutes more/To get on St. Peter's list/But you need to lower your standards/Cause it's never getting any better than this. Cool song, but one of the weakest.

    "Save Rock and Roll"- An Epic end to the album, the combo of Elton John & Patrick, combined with some really personal lyrics, this song sounds like an ode to the fans who've been there from the very start. Think, "What a Catch, Donnie" sound without all the unnecessary cameos. "You are what you love/Not who loves you/" This song, could make or break the album for you, but is the logical end to a very diverse album.

    Overall, as a person who has been a fan for many years, I was very pleased with the album. In the end, change is inevitable, however, change can be a good thing, in this case, I'd say it was.

    Favorites: The Phoenix, Alone Together, Death Valley, The Mighty Fall
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  22. May 1, 2013
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Save Rock and Roll is the first Fall Out Boy album that I've ever listened to from front to back. So I have a completely unbiased opinion on it. It was an album with songs that I like to call anthem or celebration songs. But after 4 years of being on hiatus the band has produced an extraordinary album. There are a few co-writes on the album including the album track, Save Rock and Roll which features Elton John and Rat a Tat featuring Courtney Love. In my opinion Fall Out Boy is the pure definition of the "party rock" sub-genre. They know how to get listeners on their feet and dancing. Expand
  23. Aug 4, 2013
    9
    This album really showed if their fans are still willing to become loyal to them for changing their sound style so drastically. It has been a trend for them since Infinity On High, don't get me wrong, I am a huuuuge fan of Fall Out Boy ever since I first heard "Sugar We're Goin Down", and after loving and cherishing the whole album since it's release a few months back, I'm still in to themThis album really showed if their fans are still willing to become loyal to them for changing their sound style so drastically. It has been a trend for them since Infinity On High, don't get me wrong, I am a huuuuge fan of Fall Out Boy ever since I first heard "Sugar We're Goin Down", and after loving and cherishing the whole album since it's release a few months back, I'm still in to them after all of their time being at hiatus. Almost all of the tracks included here, I fell in love with instantly especially "Alone Together" and "Miss Missing You" even though they don't quite represent the good old Fall Out Boy days, it's still a good tune to sing or dance with. Although right now I'm still longing for some new punk rock-ish tunes from them, which is why didn't get a perfect ten for me. I really expected a lot of Rock and Roll or just punk rock on this one since... hence the title, and I really thought that they were really going back to their roots after changing their tempo a little bit in Folie a Deux, but then again, I was wrong. But hey, atleast songs on this album are still singable and dancable because it's made by Fall Out Boy! I'm really happy for these guys! I just want them to keep on rocking. Really can't wait for their next album. Expand
  24. Nov 19, 2013
    9
    Great album.This may not be pure Rock and Roll but its way much better than the new bands and their albums.Save Rock and Roll may bring Rock and Roll back to life.It maybe be different than their other albums but Fall out boy are back from their hiatus and they're ready to make new songs
  25. Jan 16, 2016
    9
    Depois de uma época sombria com o álbum Folie À Deux e quase quatro anos de hiatus, o Fall Out Boy retornou com tudo, com letras fortes e músicas contagiantes, Save Rock and Roll é, sem sombra de dúvidas, o ápice da carreira do Fall Out Boy. Uma combinação de sons é a marca do Save Rock and Roll, a banda conseguiu trabalhar todos eles bem, com vocais ótimos de Patrick Stump, conseguindoDepois de uma época sombria com o álbum Folie À Deux e quase quatro anos de hiatus, o Fall Out Boy retornou com tudo, com letras fortes e músicas contagiantes, Save Rock and Roll é, sem sombra de dúvidas, o ápice da carreira do Fall Out Boy. Uma combinação de sons é a marca do Save Rock and Roll, a banda conseguiu trabalhar todos eles bem, com vocais ótimos de Patrick Stump, conseguindo conseguindo chegar a uma área do pop rock de qualidade com seu novo álbum.

    É diferente de tudo que ouvimos deles até agora, as músicas do álbum foram bem produzidas e inovadoras. Reis que só lançam hinários.
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  26. Nov 30, 2017
    9
    Fall Out Boy came back with a bang. Yes, it is a departure from their older stuff, but no that does not make it bad. One of my favorite albums they've put out.
  27. Mar 25, 2022
    9
    one of the greatest modern rock albums you can find, fall out boy's transition from punk rock to hard rock works perfectly

    best song: the phoenix

    worst song: rat a tat
  28. Apr 21, 2013
    8
    After a four year hiatus Fall Out Boy come out swinging. The record has a perfect blend of up beat tempos contrasted by slower melodies that pull at the heart strings. The record especially shines on tracks such as "Miss Missing You" and "Just One Yesterday." Save Rock and Roll is also void of filler, giving fans a satisfying CD after a lengthy absence. Long time fans shouldn't hesitate toAfter a four year hiatus Fall Out Boy come out swinging. The record has a perfect blend of up beat tempos contrasted by slower melodies that pull at the heart strings. The record especially shines on tracks such as "Miss Missing You" and "Just One Yesterday." Save Rock and Roll is also void of filler, giving fans a satisfying CD after a lengthy absence. Long time fans shouldn't hesitate to invest their $12.99 on the bands latest effort, and I believe new comers will find a lot to like here as well. Save Rock and Roll is a fun album from top to bottom, enough said. Expand
  29. Apr 21, 2013
    8
    Full of solid arena rock tracks, Save Rock and Roll is far from a traditional rock album, and save rock it will not. But as an album of good individual tracks, it works.
  30. Apr 16, 2013
    8
    A mixed bag that grows on you, this album is nothing if not a triumphant return to what these four were in the beginning: four guys making music they would jam out to themselves and could be proud of. The album has definite high points like the up-beat, instant radio jam "Young Volcanoes" and the classic fall out boy lines such as "The Phoenix's" Wearing our vintage misery/No, i think iA mixed bag that grows on you, this album is nothing if not a triumphant return to what these four were in the beginning: four guys making music they would jam out to themselves and could be proud of. The album has definite high points like the up-beat, instant radio jam "Young Volcanoes" and the classic fall out boy lines such as "The Phoenix's" Wearing our vintage misery/No, i think i looked a little better on me. There are also a few stumbles like the clunky and unsure "Death Valley" which washes out Stump's vocals and the unimpressive "The Mighty Fall" which proudly boasts unimaginative hooks and an ill-advised guest appearance from Big Sean which will probably not win over a lot of fall out boy's pop-punk fan base. Overall the album is both a bold experiment and a return to form for Fall Out Boy, that's sure to have Fall Out Boy fans hitting repeat and those looking for a unique sound checking them out. Expand
  31. Apr 21, 2013
    8
    This is not the pop punk band from 2003. This is Fall Out Boy in 2013, continuing to make slick progression from their last albums and making it seem as if they never left the building. Save Rock and Roll captures the band's bombastic hooks and charm, all while implementing modern trends with ease. While the album features some high points (the lush duets with Foxes and Elton John, theThis is not the pop punk band from 2003. This is Fall Out Boy in 2013, continuing to make slick progression from their last albums and making it seem as if they never left the building. Save Rock and Roll captures the band's bombastic hooks and charm, all while implementing modern trends with ease. While the album features some high points (the lush duets with Foxes and Elton John, the dynamic energy of "The Phoenix" and "Rat a Tat"), it also has its downs( Big Sean's groan-inducing spot in "The Mighty Fall" and the heavy dose of compression in various places). Save Rock and Roll is a pop album, but it is also a risk-taking experience that is not unusual for a band like Fall Out Boy given their history. And that is what makes it as rock and roll as any guitar thrashing collection. Expand
  32. Jun 11, 2013
    8
    A great pop/rock feel. I love the irony of the album title. The collaborations are all unique and each song has a different "feel" to it: none feel churned out to lengthen the track listing. My personal favorite tracks are: "Young Volcanoes", "The Phoenix", "Death Valley", and of course "My Songs Know What You Did in the Dark." The only song I don't care for is "Just One Yesterday."
  33. Jun 26, 2014
    8
    Okay first off, very good style I like the fact that they are trying to prove that they're back and is coming back good. I really like the tracks Miss Missing You, Just One Yesterday, and Young Volcanoes They are very deep and has a good meaning. Save Rock and Roll, The Phoenix, and Death Valley Rat a Tat Tat were good to get your blood pumping for some badassery. The Mighty Fall,Okay first off, very good style I like the fact that they are trying to prove that they're back and is coming back good. I really like the tracks Miss Missing You, Just One Yesterday, and Young Volcanoes They are very deep and has a good meaning. Save Rock and Roll, The Phoenix, and Death Valley Rat a Tat Tat were good to get your blood pumping for some badassery. The Mighty Fall, MYSKWYDITD, I didnt really like those but they are okay, and goes well with the album. I gave this album an 8 out of 10 because it is a good returning of the band and is good for the modern "Rock" so yeah the reason it didnt get higher is because MYSKWYDITD was to repetitive in my opinion. Expand
  34. Dec 3, 2017
    8
    It's kind of ironic that the title of this album is "Save Rock and Roll" when this is the album where Fall Out Boy got poppier. Don't get me wrong this is still a great album. The lyrics are fantastic, unfortunately, some of those songs can't live up to the lyrics. Such as, "Miss Missing You" and "Young Volcanoes". "Save Rock and Roll" isn't as great as "From Under a Cork Tree", "InfinityIt's kind of ironic that the title of this album is "Save Rock and Roll" when this is the album where Fall Out Boy got poppier. Don't get me wrong this is still a great album. The lyrics are fantastic, unfortunately, some of those songs can't live up to the lyrics. Such as, "Miss Missing You" and "Young Volcanoes". "Save Rock and Roll" isn't as great as "From Under a Cork Tree", "Infinity on High", and most especially "Folie a Deux", but it's still pretty great. B+ Expand
  35. May 26, 2020
    8
    Save Rock And Roll by Fall Out Boy: 7.85

    The Phoenix: 1 :) My Songs Know What You Did In The Dark (Light ‘Em Up): 1 :) Alone Together: 1 :) Where Did The Party Go: 0.75 Just One Yesterday: 0.75 The Mighty Fall: 0.5 Miss Missing You: 1 :) Death Valley: 1 :) Young Volcanoes: 1 :) Rat A Tat: 0.75 Save Rock And Roll: 1 9.75/11 ~ .886 -> 7.85 While it may not reach the
    Save Rock And Roll by Fall Out Boy: 7.85

    The Phoenix: 1 :)
    My Songs Know What You Did In The Dark (Light ‘Em Up): 1 :)
    Alone Together: 1 :)
    Where Did The Party Go: 0.75
    Just One Yesterday: 0.75
    The Mighty Fall: 0.5
    Miss Missing You: 1 :)
    Death Valley: 1 :)
    Young Volcanoes: 1 :)
    Rat A Tat: 0.75
    Save Rock And Roll: 1

    9.75/11 ~ .886 -> 7.85

    While it may not reach the heights of Folie à Deux, Save Rock And Roll is still one heck of an album, combining rock with the best elements of pop. After the band’s five year break, they come back and produce a style of music that is a little bit foreign to them, but it still sounds great. Another surprising thing was that this album features four other artists. In Fall Out Boy’s four previous albums, they had never featured any artists, which is why I was a bit on the confused side. In general (besides Elton John and perhaps Foxes), the featured artists didn’t really add anything to the quality of the song, and I was a little confused why they were in these songs. Either way, these slight misfires did not get in the way of the overall quality of the entire album, as I think a 7.85 is a very good score. I wish I could share all my thoughts and feelings on each song but the 5000 character limit got me again, so I had to cut that. All things considered, I was very happy with this Fall Out Boy outing, even if it’s not as good as some of the others that they have produced. It ventures more into pop territory than Folie à Deux did, and it had pretty good results. I will certainly put most of these songs onto my favorites list. This is the first time in over 2 weeks that I have reviewed an album, and I am happy that Save Rock And Roll yielded the results that it did, since it reminded me how much I miss reviewing albums. Once summer hits I should be able to do this more often. I happily recommend this album to all rock fans (if the title didn’t already get you to listen to it), as well as pop fans. Fall Out Boy is a fantastic band and everyone should listen to their songs. Highlights: The Phoenix, My Songs Know What You Did In The Dark, Alone Together, Miss Missing You, Death Valley, Young Volcanoes, and Save Rock And Roll.
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  36. Apr 18, 2013
    7
    I give this a 7 only because to me it just doesnt seem like a Fall Out Boy album. I guess im old school when it comes to FOB I love Take this to your grave and From Under the Cork Tree. They are a few song on this album that I do like alot but The whole album in general doesnt give me that full excitement.
  37. Aug 13, 2013
    7
    This has easily been one of the most controversial & polarizing of 2013's many comeback albums. For the record the only other FOB album I've heard in full so far is 2008's Folie a Deux, but that's quickly become one of my favorite albums of the last few years. The main controversy surrounding this album is basically that it's even more experimental & straying from the “emo” roots theyThis has easily been one of the most controversial & polarizing of 2013's many comeback albums. For the record the only other FOB album I've heard in full so far is 2008's Folie a Deux, but that's quickly become one of my favorite albums of the last few years. The main controversy surrounding this album is basically that it's even more experimental & straying from the “emo” roots they established in the mid 00's. In other words, it's Folie a Deux, but to a much higher degree. But at the same time, what people complaining don't seem to be realizing is that it's very much a logical progression from what they've done before, especially if you take the various solo & side projects into account, which included pop/soul, electronic music & heavy metal This group of musicians clearly have very versatile creative minds, and to try to restrict them to one sound to satisfy your petty nostalgia is nothing short of insulting to the band.

    The album itself, for the most part, is pretty impressive. They've said in interviews that they pushed themselves to just go crazy musically here, and it definitely shows. Across the album there's synth lines, huge multi-layered group vocals, and even a string section to open the album on the gloriously over-the-top 2nd single “The Phoenix”. This mix of ambition & Fall Out Boy's general songwriting style almost creates a style all their own that's unique to this album. Another noticeable change is that Patrick now has a much more aggressive tone to his voice that can really compliment the songs at times by bringing an added sense of intensity, also notable in the 80's-like rock star wails in the infectious lead single “My Songs Know What You Did in the Dark (Light Em Up)”. To round up some other highlights, “Where Did the Party Go” is a very cleverly-written tale of faulty relationship dynamics that's so packed full of great symbolism & metaphors it took a few listens & even a trip to RapGenius's rock section to get it. Not saying beating around the bush is necessarily a positive trait but you have to admire how much thought was put into every word. It's got a great bassline too. And the most acoustically-based track “Young Volcanoes” is a very charming & fun ode to youth & the fun times in it that I could easily on the first listen picture being played around a campfire.

    There's also a few guest musicians scattered throughout the album, and they work to very varying degrees. On the positive side of things there's the power ballad “Just One Yesterday” with up & coming singer-songwriter Foxes, who I'm not familiar with but might have to check out soon, since her great vocals add a lot to the track. Easily the biggest feature here is pop/rock music icon Elton John on piano & vocals on the epic closing title track. Things start to take a turn for the questionable though on “Rat A Tat” with the washed up mess we know from music tabloid headlines & many a Cobain conspiracy theory as Courtney Love. It's otherwise a really good track, a very driving rock song with some subtle social commentary in the chorus. Unfortunately it's thoroughly decreased in quality by Love, between the incoherent rantings before each verse & the cringeworthy “It's Courtney, in the intro. Still though her “contributions” are pretty easy to forgive compared to the force of pure hip hop mediocrity that is Big Sean on “The Mighty Fall”, which is again an otherwise fantastic track with the best guitar riff on the album. Here he spews a bunch of random somewhat sex-related words in our faces that at no point even tries to have a flow.

    And unfortunately the problems don't end with the outside artists, though the worst is certainly behind us. The main one is that a few songs are just empty lyrically & overproduced beyond what's necessary. The 2 tracks that come to mind are “Death Valley” & “Alone Together”, which are good melodically but lyrically just generic party-pop songs. Am I saying that these are blatant sellouts? Absolutely not, at least considering the great instrumentation in “Death Valley”, leaving "Alone Together" to be the only track on the album I dislike as a whole. Though it may not be entirely intentional, this is no different from some of the most forgettable club fluff on pop radio from the last few years. They can pull off good pure pop music here though, like on “Miss Missing You”, which follows that style to a T but has enough personality to make it interesting. And overproduction seems to be sprinkled a tiny bit throughout multiple songs here, though I can't say exactly where & how, and the production in general has grown on me with each listen Overall, with Fall Out Boy's comeback album Save Rock and Roll, while I was slightly disappointed with a few decisions here & there, I can't say I wasn't impressed overall. It's a welcome return in spite of its flaws, and I hope this reunion isn't just a one-off thing. 72/100
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  38. May 5, 2013
    7
    Save Rock and Roll isn´t great listening track by track in a sequence as Folie. It's certainly a good album and a good job. It manages to not disapoint the fans who were waiting for years to a new FOB's effort. That said, the album has more weak points than Folie Deux, the major one is lacking coherence.
  39. Sep 8, 2015
    7
    Fall Out Boy's first album since their hiatus, Save Rock and Roll served as a great introduction back to the music scene. With a slightly more pop infused sound than their previous albums, this album perhaps disappoints the older fans who are more attuned to the older rock sound of Fall Out Boy. Strong guest vocals certainly accompanies Patrick Stump's soulful voice, yet may detract fromFall Out Boy's first album since their hiatus, Save Rock and Roll served as a great introduction back to the music scene. With a slightly more pop infused sound than their previous albums, this album perhaps disappoints the older fans who are more attuned to the older rock sound of Fall Out Boy. Strong guest vocals certainly accompanies Patrick Stump's soulful voice, yet may detract from the lyrical fluidity of the song. With that being said, the band does a brilliant job of blending different genres together, creating a unique fusion that is somehow still inherently pop-rock in nature. Filler songs are few, if any, making this album a solid one. Save Rock and Roll is definitely a monumental album in the band's career. Expand
  40. Feb 18, 2016
    7
    While some of the extremely poppy and quirky experimentation works, there are still some moments on Fall Out Boy's "comeback" LP that simply fall flat. Most of the features and unique risks in musical direction work, but not enough to overshadow the album's more cringe-worthy moments.

    Favorite Tracks: The Phoenix, My Songs Know What You Did In The Dark (Light Em Up), Where Did the Party
    While some of the extremely poppy and quirky experimentation works, there are still some moments on Fall Out Boy's "comeback" LP that simply fall flat. Most of the features and unique risks in musical direction work, but not enough to overshadow the album's more cringe-worthy moments.

    Favorite Tracks: The Phoenix, My Songs Know What You Did In The Dark (Light Em Up), Where Did the Party Go, Just One Yesterday, Miss Missing You, Rat-A-Tat, and Save Rock and Roll.
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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 18
  2. Negative: 1 out of 18
  1. 30
    I can only assume the title Save Rock and Roll is intentionally ironic on their part because even they should know it's quite a stretch to call this rock and roll.
  2. May 14, 2013
    70
    Singer Nate Ruess’ sincerity and youth anthems fuel Save Rock And Roll.
  3. May 9, 2013
    50
    Save Rock and Roll pools an assortment of trademark hooks to lure you in, but its commercially formulaic spine will leave you feeling like you should have known better.