After Laughter
by Paramore
  • Record Label: Atlantic
  • Release Date: May 12, 2017
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  1. bigjev
    May 12, 2017
    10
    i love how the lyrics address so many important issues. I feel like mental health issues and suicidal thoughts are often ignored in music and it's amazing to see them represented in masterfully written lyrics and masked behind upbeat instrumentation.
  2. brusebert
    May 12, 2017
    8
    low-key, no pressure, just hang with me and my weather

    CU CARALHO PORRA BUCETA MEU PARAMORE TA VIVOOO

    meu deus eu qeuria chegar no ouvido da hayley e falar assim calma vai ficar tudo bem
  3. barkassem
    May 12, 2017
    10
    Paramore's new album is perfect, the lyrics are perfect, the melody, everything. I just loved it.
    One of their best albums so far. I hope they stay that way. Amen Hayley, Amen Taylor, Amen Zac, Amen Paramore.
  4. joonaschagas
    May 13, 2017
    10
    I think so much about the album style, my conclusion is: Paramore still a great band, and now doing a beautiful and mature sound. All 12 tracks are so catch an addictive.
  5. senormelvo
    May 12, 2017
    10
    Believe me - if you're hesitant on listening to this album, you need to. You can't approach this album with expectations but with an open mind. After a 4 year gap since their last album, After Laughter is delivered to the world with both a much shorter but honest track list, and refreshing vibe. This band honestly ditched any trace of their "punk-rock" sound, that they became known for,Believe me - if you're hesitant on listening to this album, you need to. You can't approach this album with expectations but with an open mind. After a 4 year gap since their last album, After Laughter is delivered to the world with both a much shorter but honest track list, and refreshing vibe. This band honestly ditched any trace of their "punk-rock" sound, that they became known for, and fully embraced the pop sound they were steering towards since their self-titled record, or honestly since the beginning. They laced simple yet deep, relatable lyrics with '80 synths that'd make the listener want to dance and cry at the same time. From expressing tiring battles against hard times, moments of uncertainty, and the strangest song to ever be placed on a Paramore record ("No Friend"); this album proves that Paramore can't be stomped on.

    This band never fails to surprise me.

    Some highlights: "Rose-Colored Boy", "Told You So", "Fake Happy", "Idle Worship", "Tell Me How"    … Expand
  6. funyunknight
    May 12, 2017
    10
    Amazing album. The songs are catchy and bright sounding but the lyrics are darker and it's just an awesome mix. Hayley's vocals fit the material very well and Taylor York shines brighter than ever. Zac was a little underused but it's just great to have him back in the band. 10/10 Paramore does it again.

    Standout tracks: Hard Times, Told You So, Fake Happy, Pool, Idle Worship
  7. Gsnickers
    May 13, 2017
    10
    This album really breaks through what rut current pop music is in at the moment. After Laughter sports a darker set of lyrics disguised by the fluttery sounds of 70's 80's nostalgia found in every corner of every track. It may not be what Paramore's long time fans expect from them in terms of sound, but it is utterly shamefully Paramore, and that's what shines here.
  8. diego9901
    May 12, 2017
    10
    Paramore is grown uo and they alredy found themselfs in a most sensitive and 80s era. Williams is impressive with the emotional lyrics and powerfull lyrics. They also explored the new sound in a really mature way.
  9. MPB
    May 14, 2017
    10
    Most likely the best Paramore record to date, 'After Laughter' doesn't feature the classic punk and emo sound the band is famous for. It's the 80s and new wave sounds that elevate this record to new heights and allows Paramore to make great dance music with depressing meaningful lyrics.
  10. VatsalSharma
    May 12, 2017
    10
    I am so surprised at their consistency after so many years. The album is cohesive, its productions are strong and the writing is still sharp. a new wave gem.
  11. mrzeferino
    May 12, 2017
    10
    Best album from Paramore, so emotional. I relate so much to the lyrics, you can feel the lyrics, I'm speechless. I'm so proud of them. Paramore is still a band
  12. theworstname1
    May 13, 2017
    10
    After Laughter is something different from what we have used to from Paramore and no one had expected something like this. A great vibe from the 80s and 90s with great songs EXPECT NO FRIEND. Literally, I did not like this song at all. It's not exactly a song they just talking and that "track" should not exist in such a great album.
  13. Arlyson
    May 13, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. AMEI,TIRO DESTRUIÇÃO E PORRADA ! QUERO ,MUITOS ANOS 80 SIM! ACEITA! AMEI FORTE QUERO TUOR NO BR SIM! HARD TIMES AMORE , NÃO GOSTOU TOLD YOU OKAY ? QUER MAIS ? FAKE HAPPY!… Expand
  14. Venusaur
    May 8, 2018
    9
    I'm not really into Pop music, I got into Paramore based on their rock days, but if more Pop music was like this then I definitely would be. This is the album they almost teased with the self titled in 2013, all pretense of rock now gone, they've fully embraced their new sound and are aguably better than ever. After Laughter is catchy and accessible with an upbeat retro twist, but moreI'm not really into Pop music, I got into Paramore based on their rock days, but if more Pop music was like this then I definitely would be. This is the album they almost teased with the self titled in 2013, all pretense of rock now gone, they've fully embraced their new sound and are aguably better than ever. After Laughter is catchy and accessible with an upbeat retro twist, but more importantly it's held up by strong meaningful lyrics and a darker undertone.

    May as well embrace the new sound because Paramore certainly have    … Expand
  15. CharbelCh
    May 31, 2017
    10
    undeniably genius. each song has so many layers underneath its production and songwriting. the entire album sticks to one vibe and perfectly fits together. Also, showcasing fun tunes with sad lyrics made it even better. Williams and York pulled off their best album to date. This is exactly how bands should evolve. if you go deep into it, you'll notice that the album isn't that genericundeniably genius. each song has so many layers underneath its production and songwriting. the entire album sticks to one vibe and perfectly fits together. Also, showcasing fun tunes with sad lyrics made it even better. Williams and York pulled off their best album to date. This is exactly how bands should evolve. if you go deep into it, you'll notice that the album isn't that generic after all since most songs are not radio-friendly and do not fit the pop (popular) genre these days. All the best to paramore, I hope they keep on evolving more and more and people actually appreciate their artistry, including the academy.… Expand
  16. edwinstone
    May 16, 2017
    9
    Meaningful pop with amazing lyrics and stellar vocals. No Friend confuses me a little but it's something different compared to the rest of the album so I appreciate it. Pool and Idle Worship are my favorites.
  17. Joko97
    May 12, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is great! All of these songs are catchy!
    The song 26 is amazing the string section is excellent, and not over the top amazing nuanced sound.
    Credits to Taylor York he wrote some amazing stuff with this album.    … Expand
  18. triskelionitis
    May 14, 2017
    9
    I never loved a change of style more like Paramore's. This album speaks to you and if you listen closely, you'll know it's not a 'happy pop' album. The instrumentals are amazing, this band keeps giving us masterpieces. And the lyrics are just beautiful and real, it's glad to see them not ignored.
  19. NandoBFR
    May 23, 2017
    10
    After Laughter features a mature and reinvented Paramore. Although I miss pop punk from early albums and the wonderful influence of Jeremy Davis on Self-Titled tracks, After Laughter is a great job and proves that Paramore is always able to surprise us (positively).
  20. walkman2020
    Jun 5, 2017
    10
    The sign of a great artist/group - growth. On After laughter Paramore displays a maturity and confidence which comes through life experience. Hailey is an amazing singer and with After Laughter she marries great and complex music with life's struggles. Pool and Grudges are just two of the many standout tracks.
    I dare you to listen to the album three times in a row without falling in    The sign of a great artist/group - growth. On After laughter Paramore displays a maturity and confidence which comes through life experience. Hailey is an amazing singer and with After Laughter she marries great and complex music with life's struggles. Pool and Grudges are just two of the many standout tracks.
    I dare you to listen to the album three times in a row without falling in love. Amazing job.
    I dare you to listen to this album three times in a row without falling in love with it.    … Expand
  21. charlesloureiro
    Jun 7, 2017
    10
    Amazing! The evolution is visible and this is very good for the band. I hope they keep evolving like this. It's a perfect combination of pop and rock, with influences from the 80's and 90's. Thanks for this paramore!
  22. joscsl
    Jun 23, 2017
    9
    Such a meaningful and beautiful album. It's exploration of dark themes like depression and failed relationships is outstanding the upbeat instrumentation masked them in an unique way. Love the new wave vibes too
  23. AndrewVlasov
    Jul 31, 2017
    7
    The guys from Paramore in the new album moved a little from the old style. In my opinion, it turned out they are not bad at all. In each song the lyrics are charming, has some reason to think. This I always liked. Properly staging the songs in the playlist makes the album competently built. My Top-3 favorite songs from the album: Hard Times, Told You So and Pool.
    On a hundred-point scale,    The guys from Paramore in the new album moved a little from the old style. In my opinion, it turned out they are not bad at all. In each song the lyrics are charming, has some reason to think. This I always liked. Properly staging the songs in the playlist makes the album competently built. My Top-3 favorite songs from the album: Hard Times, Told You So and Pool.
    On a hundred-point scale, my score for the new album Paramore is 74 points. On a ten-point scale is 7.    … Expand
  24. Cucu10106
    Jan 9, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece! Truly a piece of art! Paramore manages to reappear with a new sound
  25. Maurus
    May 12, 2017
    10
    The album is truly surprising. The 80s and 90s influences are all over it, harmonized, loud and humorized. Lyrics so down with up-beats made magic happen here. I don't know about big magazines, but this totally deserves a 80+ rate.
  26. Pharmac
    May 12, 2017
    10
    The best album ever released by Paramore. The songs have realistic lyrics and the 80's inspired melody is great. Hard Times, Told You So, Fake Happy, Rose-Colored Boy, Idle Workship, Forgiveness and Tell Me How are my favorites
  27. Wael
    May 13, 2017
    9
    Honestly, there isn't a Paramore record in their discography that I don't absolutely love and incredibly relate to, and 'After Laughter' is no different. The fifth effort sits perfectly, and is quite the nice addition to the band's catalog. Hayley's vocals are back (Oh, how much I've missed her voice) and more on point than ever, with lyrics addressing important aspects in lifeHonestly, there isn't a Paramore record in their discography that I don't absolutely love and incredibly relate to, and 'After Laughter' is no different. The fifth effort sits perfectly, and is quite the nice addition to the band's catalog. Hayley's vocals are back (Oh, how much I've missed her voice) and more on point than ever, with lyrics addressing important aspects in life (depression, forgiveness, growing old, hope, etc). Sonically, it is poppier than their previous releases, but it suits them a lot, seeing how the chords and lyrics and synths are smooth and effortless. In addition, the sonic evolution from opener 'Hard Times' to closer 'Tell Me How' is very impressive. 'No Friend' is a peculiar track that shoud be analyzed word by word. The absolute highlights are 'Rose-Colored Boy', 'Pool', and 'Fake Happy' (whose intro is very reminiscent of the interludes on their last self-titled album). For a record that was so close to being unwritten and given up on, 'After Laughter' is excellent.… Expand
  28. CharlieGray
    May 12, 2017
    10
    Undeniably catchy, all songs cleverly written and cleverly produced, the most consistent Paramore record to date. Also, Zac Farro's back! And Hayley and Taylor are amazing as always.
  29. arthurdepr
    May 14, 2017
    9
    i absolutely love this. the production is sharp, the songs are all varied and cover so many different styles and rythms; it's never a choir to listen it beginning to end multiple times. it's funny how joyful the melodies are in contrast to the extremely dark and sad lyrics in almost all of the songs. "Pool" and "Rose-Colored Boy" are personnal favorites. it's so good to have Paramore backi absolutely love this. the production is sharp, the songs are all varied and cover so many different styles and rythms; it's never a choir to listen it beginning to end multiple times. it's funny how joyful the melodies are in contrast to the extremely dark and sad lyrics in almost all of the songs. "Pool" and "Rose-Colored Boy" are personnal favorites. it's so good to have Paramore back and to see how much they have evolved. I just hope all the members get better from the issues they adressed here so we can keep getting amazing art from them in the near future, hopefully with lyrics saying that things are in peace at their hearts.… Expand
  30. laisrodriguex
    May 12, 2017
    10
    simply genious. the sound of this album is so good and kinda nostalgic, i love it so much. the album aura is bright and amazing, definetly my favorite. paramore slay.
  31. guillesc2001
    May 14, 2017
    9
    I think that the best song it's hard times but.... I liked rose colored boy, caught in the middle, 26 and fake happy but the rest are a little bit weak. It's in mi opinion, by far, the worst work from Paramore.
  32. shammyshoo
    May 30, 2017
    0
    The newest from Paramore is a disgrace to their beginnings, and, I guess, the end of Paramore as a decent rock band. This is pure saccharine, shallow, cookie-cutter, generic pop garbage. Just awful. They seem to be imitating MisterWives..... quite poorly.
  33. Lil_Lexi1998
    Feb 1, 2019
    0
    Honestly I wish I could rate this lower than a zero. They strayed away from their true selves all in the pursuit of money and becoming more popular to the braindead 13 year olds of the post 2000 kids. It honestly saddens me to know that they really don't care about their fans who made them who they are. Another band lost to electronics and mainstream crap. RIPParamore And RIPFOB

    I'm    Honestly I wish I could rate this lower than a zero. They strayed away from their true selves all in the pursuit of money and becoming more popular to the braindead 13 year olds of the post 2000 kids. It honestly saddens me to know that they really don't care about their fans who made them who they are. Another band lost to electronics and mainstream crap. RIPParamore And RIPFOB

    I'm still hopeful that they revert to their true selves as a band. But I'm not holding my breath. They are making too much money off of features and AL they probably won't stop.    … Expand
  34. Divergente
    May 15, 2017
    8
    Mi album favorito de paramore será su self-titled. Este es su album más experimental hasta el momento. El resultado fue algo bastante bueno, me gustó y mucho. Canciones como Pool y Fake Happy son tan geniales.
  35. xtinalol
    Jun 30, 2017
    10
    i love how the lyrics address so many important issues. I feel like mental health issues and suicidal thoughts are often ignored in music and it's amazing to see them represented in masterfully written lyrics and masked behind upbeat instrumentation. Collapse
  36. Parawhor3
    May 12, 2017
    7
    (68/100) Fresh and different. The new album from the band that has been reinventing itself for good on each of their albums has arrived, and more relaxed than ever. This album has a 80's style very well used, with very good and varied lyrics, where you can find songs with a sad tone like "Fake Happy", and happier ones like "Hard Times", but each one of them having a history. What you get(68/100) Fresh and different. The new album from the band that has been reinventing itself for good on each of their albums has arrived, and more relaxed than ever. This album has a 80's style very well used, with very good and varied lyrics, where you can find songs with a sad tone like "Fake Happy", and happier ones like "Hard Times", but each one of them having a history. What you get to feel in the last songs is a tone a bit repetitive, but at any time of the album you get bored. In this album, Paramore dared to do what he did on his self-titled album, which is to play with sounds, but this time in a more perfected way, making the experience of listening to this album something very enjoyable and fun, that makes you love all the songs.… Expand
  37. TheKritikonCo
    May 27, 2017
    5
    John - For me, Paramore have just taken their identity, screwed it into a ball, and thrown it into a bin. I think this album should have been a career defining moment for the band, but instead we have what feels to me like an unfinished demo. Almost every song is mid-tempo, and it turns the album into a drag. By track 6 I'm left wondering if I can take any more.Even the highs weren'tJohn - For me, Paramore have just taken their identity, screwed it into a ball, and thrown it into a bin. I think this album should have been a career defining moment for the band, but instead we have what feels to me like an unfinished demo. Almost every song is mid-tempo, and it turns the album into a drag. By track 6 I'm left wondering if I can take any more.Even the highs weren't brilliant. Hard Times and Fake Happy are definitely going to be listened to again, and I enjoyed 26 - a very pretty song. But none of those can even stand up to anything on Riot, Brand New Eyes, or Paramore. When you compare this with tracks like Still Into You, Monster, Brick By Boring Brick, and All I Wanted, well, there IS no comparison..

    And then of course, there were songs like Forgiveness, Idle Worship, and Tell Me How, which were filler at the very best, and that's putting it politely. As for No Friend... I struggled to rate it at all.There are certainly glimpses on here of what Paramore are capable of, however they were few and far between, and fleeting at best. This is the most frustrating album I have ever listened to.

    Tilly - It's no secret that Paramore has been one of my favourite bands for a fairly long time now. Brand New Eyes has remained one of my favourite albums of all time, Riot! is undeniably a 2000's classic and I genuinely loved their self-titled despite the drastic change in direction. I've enjoyed Told You So and Hard Times over the last couple of days and found myself adjusting to this new indie pop sound they've been going for and was highly anticipating After Laughter. All I can say is this has to be one of the biggest musical letdowns I have ever witnessed. Forget Fall Out Boy, forget Linkin Park, this change of direction has not worked whatsoever for Hayley (let's be honest, this is unmistakably a solo album). Yes, the singles have been okay, but more than half of the album is full of uninspired lyrics, shrieking vocals and the weakest bridges I've had the displeasure of hearing in recent months. I love Paramore, but I don't love this.

    26 was beautifully written, and Hard Times, Told You So, Fake Happy and Pool were fun but they are amongst some truly forgettable and pretty bad songs. No Friend honestly sounds like Donald Trump has hired the band to create some mind altering trance, and it is nothing short of being incredibly sinister, Forgiveness is excruciatingly boring and Rose Coloured Boy feels like it's borrowed from Fleur East's Sax, which says it all doesn't it? I'll continue to get hyped up for Paramore's new releases, as I'm sure I will for years to come, but please don't ever deliver a rushed piece of crap like this again guys.    … Expand
  38. ScarTissue1990
    Jun 13, 2017
    10
    Paramore's best record to date. As a 10+ year fan, this is everything I could've possibly wanted from Paramore. After Laughter picks up right where self titled left off in terms of style and instrumentation, with a bit of an extra 80's new wave kick. The lyrics presented on this record are some of Hayley's darkest, laid out beneath synthy/funky beats that are instant classics.
  39. guitarmaniac004
    Jul 30, 2017
    9
    Now I wasn't a HUGE paramore fan back in the mid 2000's. I liked RIOT because it spoke to the pre-teen me quite well... (And I also had a crush on Hayley Williams). But I click with the follow up between their self-titled album or brand new eyes. This album, is the best album they've released in the history or their discography.

    To state the obvious for anyone that has listened to this    Now I wasn't a HUGE paramore fan back in the mid 2000's. I liked RIOT because it spoke to the pre-teen me quite well... (And I also had a crush on Hayley Williams). But I click with the follow up between their self-titled album or brand new eyes. This album, is the best album they've released in the history or their discography.

    To state the obvious for anyone that has listened to this album, you'll figure out there's quite a polar opposite between the melody/instruments and the lyrics. The melody in these songs are quite cheerful and happy, giving a dance/pop rock sound to them. Meanwhile the lyrics have a much more self-loathing, anxious, depressing side to them, which I think sets the name of this record quite well "after laughter".    … Expand
  40. RobbyP
    May 2, 2018
    10
    The closest thing to a perfect album I've heard in a long time. Paramore hits every message, every theme, every note perfectly and with audio-bombast. I've listened to this album repeatedly since the day it was released and have not gotten tired of it one bit.
  41. cristiadu
    May 20, 2019
    10
    This album is pure art. I love old Paramore AND new Paramore and that's really something. They could reinvent themselves without moving into a bad direction and imitate everyone else.
  42. MLMontiel
    Apr 12, 2019
    10
    Here's the deal. I remember hating the self-titled album because of it's poppy sound. And at the time it was my reason for hating it, yet here we are me giving a 10 to their most poppy album. When you look at as a whole, this is the most authentic Paramore has been on all of their albums. They're not sugar coating anything on this album and they did it for them, and this album has done soHere's the deal. I remember hating the self-titled album because of it's poppy sound. And at the time it was my reason for hating it, yet here we are me giving a 10 to their most poppy album. When you look at as a whole, this is the most authentic Paramore has been on all of their albums. They're not sugar coating anything on this album and they did it for them, and this album has done so much for so many people. It is okay to not be okay. Now when I look back on the self-titled album, I don't dislike it for the sound, I dislike it for the inauthenticity and pretending that everything was okay when this album clearly states that it was not okay. This album is real and it's beautiful.… Expand
  43. raciocinio
    Oct 7, 2017
    9
    One of best Albums of 2017, Great tracks a superb follow up to the great Self titled Paramore album,

    Hard Times is a anthem of synth-pop & New Wave. Fake happy, Pool & Grudges Rose-colored-boy & Caught in the middle are great pop rock songs.

    Forgiveness, 26 & Tell Me How are beautiful ballads

    Told you so & Idle worship are very cool songs
  44. sicrano
    Mar 22, 2018
    9
    Another great album by Paramore, a new solid album, by a new sound direction, Paramore prove that even with a change in their sound, their continue doing solid album.

    Paramore always have good musicians, but i give the credit of success and talent of Paramore to Hayley Williams.
  45. Evic21
    Aug 11, 2017
    8
    "After Laughter" shows how versatile the band has become through its evolution. They have created an album that is fun, fruity and vibrant, but it's also about heart beak, moving on and moving forward. The contrast between the production and the lyrics makes this album seem witty and humorous, but deep down, there is a lot more emotion than what lies on the surface.
  46. yelyahcuspeh
    Feb 19, 2019
    10
    o melhor álbum da carreira sem dúvidas, Pool é uma das melhores músicas da carreira. Rose-Colored Boy um ato grandioso do new wave e bem, o resto nem se fala. 10/10
  47. Thenewone
    May 31, 2018
    9
    Paramore did it again!!!!.

    The sound change, but the talent and great melodies still, and i can say loved all paramore albums that After Laughter is one of best of the band.

    Highlight Tracks:

    Hard Times
    Fake Happy
    Forgiverness
    Pool
    Grudges
    Tell me how
    Rose colored Boy
    26
  48. Rybread28
    Nov 5, 2017
    9
    This is def my least favorite Paramore album but don't take that as a bad thing this albums is still a 9/10 for me. Hard times has some annoying parts to it, I hate the chorus of Rose Color Boy and No Friend is Paramore Worst song other then those three flaws every other song and aspect of this album is flawless. the Lyrics are flawless, vocals are flawless, instrumentation is flawless,This is def my least favorite Paramore album but don't take that as a bad thing this albums is still a 9/10 for me. Hard times has some annoying parts to it, I hate the chorus of Rose Color Boy and No Friend is Paramore Worst song other then those three flaws every other song and aspect of this album is flawless. the Lyrics are flawless, vocals are flawless, instrumentation is flawless, production is flawless. Its just Paramore's only album that has flaws on it. still a brilliant amazing life changing album it just has a couple of tiny flaws and no other paramore album has flaws on it so thats why its my least favorite. def one of my favorite albums of 2017. Paramore is one of my top 5 favorite bands of all time.… Expand
  49. stgrunu
    Apr 11, 2018
    8
    I hated how different this album sounded at first but I think it's my fav Paramore album now.
  50. sXerra
    Jul 5, 2017
    9
    What a fantastic surprise it was to see my teenage years guilty pleasure evolve into this fantastic pop act. Upbeat melody and meaningful lyrics are a fantastic combination that show just how much Paramore has evolved as a band. This pelasure is no longer guilty, i think this album has a stable place in my top5 of 2017.
  51. Tom_Bombadil
    Jun 14, 2017
    7
    Not like these are the most mindblowing songs in the universe but there's wonderful singing all over the record, and that's probably everything you need.
  52. vinnynguyen
    Jun 17, 2017
    9
    Definitely one of the albums of the year. A huge growth compared to their self-titled. Each track (except the last two) are both lyrically interesting yet simple enough to just have a dance. Standouts include: Rose Coloured Boy, Hard Times & Pool.
  53. victorcarter
    May 12, 2017
    8
    An undeniably hooky record that strays from its grunge-rock roots and finds the band in a place where they’ve found the fun in their craft once again.
  54. Gamesearcher1
    Aug 29, 2019
    7
    Paramore certainly changed their sound to pop much more gracefully than most bands tend to do. And that’s probably because the band sounds like they're not doing it just for the money. The album is written pretty well, too. Some of the middle songs do stick out as kind of unnecessary, and I think No Friend doesn’t even deserve a spot on the album. Still, a full-on pop album that I can getParamore certainly changed their sound to pop much more gracefully than most bands tend to do. And that’s probably because the band sounds like they're not doing it just for the money. The album is written pretty well, too. Some of the middle songs do stick out as kind of unnecessary, and I think No Friend doesn’t even deserve a spot on the album. Still, a full-on pop album that I can get behind. Not something that happens every day.
    Favourites: Idle Worship, Rose-Coloured Boy
    Least Favourites: No Friend, Told You So    … Expand
  55. Music_Observer
    May 20, 2017
    8
    Even if the messages and meanings are straightforward and basic, it's difficult not to enjoy an album as tuneful, spirited, and jovial as this. My Score: 141/180 (Solid) = 7.8/10
  56. ordn4el
    Aug 30, 2017
    10
    Difícil me expressar quando o assunto é paramore. Só queria falar que estou extremamente feliz pelo resultado desse álbum, e o quanto ele é significativo pra mim e com certeza mais ainda para os membros da banda que quase chegou ao fim. A mudança está longe de ser um problema pra mim, isso foi o que tornou as faixas tão especiais. As letras estão maravilhosas, muito consistente com o que aDifícil me expressar quando o assunto é paramore. Só queria falar que estou extremamente feliz pelo resultado desse álbum, e o quanto ele é significativo pra mim e com certeza mais ainda para os membros da banda que quase chegou ao fim. A mudança está longe de ser um problema pra mim, isso foi o que tornou as faixas tão especiais. As letras estão maravilhosas, muito consistente com o que a banda é hoje. Não vou negar que me identifico de alguma forma com quase todas as letras, adorei o conceito do álbum. Já é um dos meus favoritos da vida.… Expand
  57. reymigius
    Jan 4, 2018
    9
    A smooth & catchy synthpop, disco-like album that infused with Hayley William’s undeniably unique & powerful punky voice. It coated with fun, bright, upbeat, kinda playful pop instrumentations, yet in the core, they use those conventions to explore darker things like anxiety, loss, depression, and even suicidal thoughts. It tastes like mixed feelings, a bit chaotic, but that’s exactly theA smooth & catchy synthpop, disco-like album that infused with Hayley William’s undeniably unique & powerful punky voice. It coated with fun, bright, upbeat, kinda playful pop instrumentations, yet in the core, they use those conventions to explore darker things like anxiety, loss, depression, and even suicidal thoughts. It tastes like mixed feelings, a bit chaotic, but that’s exactly the beauty of it.… Expand
  58. gregorpgm
    May 14, 2017
    8
    I like the way how they transitioned into a pop band, but still kept some rock elements in their music. If you live long enough as a band to release five albums, there's two choices. Holding onto the sounding you had when you started, or letting your music to evolve with you, as you're becoming more mature and starting to be interested in other things. There is nothing wrong with beingI like the way how they transitioned into a pop band, but still kept some rock elements in their music. If you live long enough as a band to release five albums, there's two choices. Holding onto the sounding you had when you started, or letting your music to evolve with you, as you're becoming more mature and starting to be interested in other things. There is nothing wrong with being pop, if you make music with passion, with authenticity. Paramore has dropped one of most authentic albums of the year, with incredibly catchy songs, intelligent lyrics, and the chance to smuggle some really valuable music into the pop radio stations.… Expand
  59. musicis
    May 17, 2017
    10
    so free and mature.. it's like cake, one beautiful and tasteful cake.
    The guitars of the new songs are absolutely stunning and lyrics is deep and pure poetry.
    Great band, great musicians
  60. Orli_Aguilar
    Jun 4, 2017
    7
    Toda la confianza de esta producción está depositada en la voz de Hayley Williams: cuando funciona es un bonito álbum pop; cuando no, es un álbum que se esfuerza de más, muy fácil de olvidar.
  61. Copperknob
    Jun 5, 2017
    9
    “Now this is doing something new the correct way.”

    I’ll be honest I’ve never been a huge Paramore fan, I’ve heard the album ‘RIOT!’ years ago and didn’t really bother to listen any more of their music (most likely busy with My Chemical Romance). Seeing the album art for the first time before listening to the first single “Hard Times” i knew i was going to enjoy it, the way it was bubbly    “Now this is doing something new the correct way.”

    I’ll be honest I’ve never been a huge Paramore fan, I’ve heard the album ‘RIOT!’ years ago and didn’t really bother to listen any more of their music (most likely busy with My Chemical Romance). Seeing the album art for the first time before listening to the first single “Hard Times” i knew i was going to enjoy it, the way it was bubbly and very 80s made me expect it to be this wonderful and fun synth-pop (which i was correct!).
    Paramore has always been a band in the 2000s that had mostly emo fans and now it’s 2017 most of them are either grown up or fans that are still young are into more 80s aesthetic themes. It was a perfect reason and timing for them to change their style and evolve as some band stuck in the 2000s to the hottest band this year.

    The two singles “Hard Times” and “Told You So” are tracks that introduce the album their new style, which I love the decision of picking these two and getting this theme out there than waiting for the singles to play later on the album. Other great tracks on here is “Forgiveness” (which reminds me of Pink Floyd's “Wish You Were Here” somehow) and “Idle Worship” which is about how you shouldn’t idle celebrities and artists but instead love yourself. (“Remember how we used to like ourselves?”)

    Although this album is poppy with fun happy instrumentals, the lyrics behind them are so nicely written about depression, being fake happy and many important struggles that their fans who find life hard will easily relate to.

    I have nothing against this record except that the last few tracks are forgettable and for some reason the vocals in “No Friend” are as quiet as a mouse. Overall you should NOT SLEEP ON THIS.

    Good: Idle Worship, Pool | Least: No Friend    … Expand
  62. Utrab
    Feb 28, 2019
    10
    My favourite Paramore album. It is such a drastic change but it's a very-welcome one. Their music is much different than their previous albums and feels like it's the last part of a great evolution. Not only the music is great but the lyrics are too. While music can be viewed as happy-go-lucky type of music, the lyrics are depressing and really sells the whole theme of the album. I love it.
  63. scepticpurple
    Aug 8, 2017
    8
    It may not kick the door down with as much force as their previous efforts, in-fact it'd be more likely to dance through it, but nonetheless After Laughter glistens with a feeling of freedom from a turmoituous few years for the band. Deeply personal as ever and still with enough sing along hits to suffice, it is a pleasant, if inessential entry into the bands catalogue.
  64. c_victor_hugo
    Jun 19, 2017
    10
    Admiro la evolución musical de la banda, este álbum ha logrado un mezcla perfecta entre el tropical/synth-pop y el rock-alternativo. Cada canción es muy distinta de la otra, y los ritmos son excelentes. Paramore ha logrado cambiar de género musical totalmente y lo ha hecho muy bien.
  65. onerouds
    Jun 21, 2017
    10
    grammys best rock album 2018!!!! grammys best rock album 2018!!!! grammys best rock album 2018!!!! grammys best rock album 2018!!!!grammys best rock album 2018!!!!grammys best rock album 2018!!!! grammys best rock album 2018!!!! grammys best rock album 2018!!!!
  66. inncoherent
    Jul 25, 2017
    10
    Excelente album y el sonido de este tambien, orgulloso de esta banda. Canciones como Hard Times, Rose-Colored Boy, Fake Happy y Forgiveness capturan la esencia y el tema principal de este album.
  67. mynameisfrenz
    Aug 31, 2017
    6
    This pop direction is too strong. As you know, Paramore start their career as a rock band. With this new album, the old fans can't reflect with it. It's too uniform, there is a lack of variety.
    Suggested songs: Hard Times (lead single of the album), Idle Worship, Told You So and Tell Me How.
  68. CraigM
    Oct 10, 2017
    7
    The pop-punk Brat-ish sound of earlier albums is stripped away in favour of slight sell-out mainstream pop ... however when it’s pop this slickly produced, such a change in direction is easy to forgive. Paramore step into a new, refreshed era with After Laughter and I can’t discredit such gems as Hard Times and Fake Happy. Singer Hayley Williams has probably never sounded better either.The pop-punk Brat-ish sound of earlier albums is stripped away in favour of slight sell-out mainstream pop ... however when it’s pop this slickly produced, such a change in direction is easy to forgive. Paramore step into a new, refreshed era with After Laughter and I can’t discredit such gems as Hard Times and Fake Happy. Singer Hayley Williams has probably never sounded better either. If ever an album will attract a new audience whilst not entirely alienating old fans, this is it.… Expand
  69. Anne_Wellen
    Feb 7, 2020
    10
    The best thing in this album are the lyrics, for anyone with mental health issues, it's quite relatable
  70. JesseXRP
    Oct 24, 2017
    10
    This album is very funky and a new sound for Paramore. I am very happy that they experimented with this sound because I find it to be perfect for them, and very new to them too!
  71. how_tobefamous
    Nov 5, 2017
    5
    I love Paramore, but this is not one of my favorite Paramore album. I like some of the songs, but not all of them. TBH, I'm half-half with this album.
  72. Masquic
    Mar 25, 2019
    10
    Album of the millennium. A band that never gets old and will always touch the heart of the listeners
  73. manurs902
    Nov 10, 2017
    10
    As músicas do Paramore sempre falam comigo, e com esse álbum não foi diferente. Parece que sempre que preciso o Paramore chega na hora certa, como um amigo antigo sem apas na língua. Minha música favorita dessa obra-prima é Caught in the middle que além de uma música é um estado de espírito.
  74. SkittleDork7
    Nov 26, 2017
    10
    This album is a masterpiece! Every song on here is gorgeously phenomenal! (Other than No Friend. No one stands that song, but it doesn't stain the perfection of this album). It's not the typical Paramore album, which can be good or bad depending on what you want to hear from a Paramore album. This whole album is super happy and poppy sounding. However, pay attention to the lyrics. This isThis album is a masterpiece! Every song on here is gorgeously phenomenal! (Other than No Friend. No one stands that song, but it doesn't stain the perfection of this album). It's not the typical Paramore album, which can be good or bad depending on what you want to hear from a Paramore album. This whole album is super happy and poppy sounding. However, pay attention to the lyrics. This is a perfect representation of what Hayley and Taylor felt in their depression. They seemed so happy and full of life, but on the inside they were broken.… Expand
  75. maydaysizzy
    Nov 30, 2017
    9
    The retro sound works really well with Hayley's voice. The ballads on the track are the most captivating and memorable. Best Tracks: Pool, 26, Tell Me How and Rose-coloured Boy.
  76. Shyhana
    Jan 8, 2018
    10
    They're best album i love how different each album sound hopefully they'll continue to make great music in the future
  77. jaroselgenio
    Jan 8, 2018
    10
    Acá escribirán su review, deben ser mas de 75 caracteres. Es un album genial que la verdad es muy bueno.
  78. MysticManiac
    Mar 10, 2018
    8
    Not really my style of music but this album does succeed in doing a lot of things right. Hard Times, Forgiveness, Caught in the Middle are good tracks and the album is pretty catchy and hooky but not only that but a lot of the songs are quite meaningful (which can't be said for a lot of pop music) and depressing, despite the upbeat musicality of the songs.
  79. mjmurez
    Mar 30, 2018
    10
    After Laughter is more mature and solid than the Self-Titled Album. Colourful, danceable and therapeutic. The logical continuation of the new sound they explored in the previous album.
  80. hornysoul
    Oct 7, 2018
    9
    Este álbum realmente reflete o comportamento da atual música pop. "After Laughter" ostenta um conjunto mais sombrio de letras disfarçadas pelos sons estridentes da nostalgia dos anos 70 e 80. Em termos de som, não é o que os fãs estavam à espera de Paramore, mas a banda não se importou em modernizar.
  81. MusicSpy
    May 24, 2019
    10
    um dos melhores albuns que eu ja ouvi na vida, o Paramore mudou sim seu estilo mas foi por situaçoes intensas da banda e acabaram fazendo o melhor trabalho deles, as letras sao fortes e maravilhosas! 10/10
  82. sugarcookie
    May 16, 2022
    10
    Hayley decided to slay me once again in 2017. This album was the only emo album worth ANY value that came out between 2010-2019. If you have slept on this album, it is time to wake up and breathe in the Paramore cope.
  83. monty161
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    the whole album is a depression set to an 80's pop backing. such a dramatic turn sonically, however the lyrics still have a Paramore edge to them. its clear that the album was not made for profit, or to appeal to a wider audience because of how meaningful every song was.

    its lovely to see their evolution through the years, showing that they kick ass, no matter the genre. All of the    the whole album is a depression set to an 80's pop backing. such a dramatic turn sonically, however the lyrics still have a Paramore edge to them. its clear that the album was not made for profit, or to appeal to a wider audience because of how meaningful every song was.

    its lovely to see their evolution through the years, showing that they kick ass, no matter the genre.

    All of the Paramore purists, proclaiming the album as inferior to their old music because it doesn't sound the same need to come off their high horse because at the end of the day, it isn't as different to old Paramore as many claim it to be.    … Expand
  84. blacksocks
    Dec 19, 2019
    9
    After Laughter provides raw lyrics but at the same time keeping a popular vibe. One of the things that amazed me the most is how Paramore managed to fit deep lyrics into funky beats and made it work so well. It’s a one of a kind album!
  85. vrenda
    May 4, 2020
    10
    perfeito, coeso, todas as músicas se encaixam como se fossem uma pra outra. lindas letras
  86. Erowden48
    May 7, 2020
    9
    A great album. They did 80s pop-rock perfectly this album I love every song. One of my favorite albums ever.
  87. Josechotto
    May 7, 2020
    10
    This new sound is so catchy and shiny, it reminds me of the 80s, I love this band.
  88. aldwinishere
    May 8, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Paramore's latest album manages to be their most heart-felt and emotional that it can make you dance in the tunes of depression, pessimism, sadness and nihilism.

    Their best album right now.    … Expand
  89. regins
    Nov 28, 2020
    10
    I hate it when people say that they changed their style so much. WELL OF COURSE THEY DID. They are in their late 20s, they have matured and so has their music. I think it's a great and brilliant album, the lyrics are on point and listening to all of the tracks with a nice pair of headphones is a life changing experience.
  90. anaclaraq
    May 21, 2021
    10
    JUST F@CKING AWESOME AND POOL GAVE ME DEPRESSION THANK YOUUU IM NOT OKAY JUST CRYING BUT ITS FINE BECAUSE HAYLEY WILLIAMS IS A GODDESS PLSSS
  91. popgoesthegamer
    Aug 25, 2021
    2
    This album is frustrating because if done right it's a solid album but the way they took it well it sucks stupid 80s new wave crase. Like what i said with the mcr ranking they pulled off the brighter pop rock sound well at least they were more tongue and cheek about it and there instruments were turned up and they weren't caught up with the whole 80s crase so paramore should have turned upThis album is frustrating because if done right it's a solid album but the way they took it well it sucks stupid 80s new wave crase. Like what i said with the mcr ranking they pulled off the brighter pop rock sound well at least they were more tongue and cheek about it and there instruments were turned up and they weren't caught up with the whole 80s crase so paramore should have turned up there instruments used the synths for the background and not make it new wave sounding make it harder and hayley you can sing better then what you did on the album like hayley is known for melting my face off with her high notes that she reaches so expect nothing more then s tier sing but here performance on this album is b tier. I will also say that the synths ruin the album it's basically the st.anger snare. The only things about the album i didn't hate were that i didn't hate pool i still don't like it tho and it was cool to here zac sing a bit in grudges and hayley did reach some high notes on caught in the middle and idle worship. I know hayley was going through some hard times but she and paramore are shells of there formal selfs like hayley used to be the spunky redhead now shes the stereotypical blonde emo chick but she’s pretending not to be emo by trying to be happy and like pop music. That being said this album isn't good and i hope this album is a one time experiment and they don't continue with the sound 2.5/10… Expand
  92. Pfrivers
    Oct 8, 2021
    10
    This album helped me during some hard times, the lyrics are straightforward and relatable, and the production is really well done. one of the best albums of the year, in my opinion.
  93. Jhonnata
    Dec 27, 2021
    10
    I had never identified so much with an album like this before. Each song speaks exactly what anyone could go through at any given time in their lives. These are not songs that talk about drugs, sex or fortunes... They are songs that talk about fear, love, joy, sadness. They did a fantastic job with this album.
  94. NeckRomance
    Jan 4, 2022
    10
    Proves how Paramore can make any style of music sound good and how versatile they can be in sound and meaning.
  95. Melomanx
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    Fresco y nostálgico al mismo tiempo. Sin llegar a ser empalagoso y con canciones que son memorables. Letras maduras y sonido producido exitosamente.
  96. j444cks
    Mar 2, 2023
    8
    Interesting melodies, great lyrics and I think it serves as an interesting alt to 'traditional' pop
  97. IanIqueda
    May 12, 2023
    10
    O melhor álbum do Paramore. Passear pela musicalidade dos anos 70/80 foi um acerto e tanto. As canção se conectam e oferece uma experiência única e inesquecível ao ouvinte. Fica ainda melhor quando se ouve mais de uma vez. ❤️✨

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Universal acclaim - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. DIY Magazine
    Jul 11, 2017
    100
    An album that’s ultimately OK with not being OK, it’s for that reason alone that it may just be perfect.
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  2. No Ripcord
    Jun 19, 2017
    80
    This album is a brave, bold-faced exorcism. While the wounds may still be fresh, the healing has finally begun.
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  3. Drowned In Sound
    May 19, 2017
    80
    Williams has managed to get out from under the pressure of having to be the perma-grinning frontwoman, and the emotional uncertainty that’s exposed is fascinating. Musically, meanwhile, this is as free as they’ve ever sounded. Again: Paramore have always been a pop band. They’ve just never been this proud of it.
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