As someone who has followed New Found Glory through every era of their discography, this album feels like an important signpost in their career. You can hear the growth, the scars, and the gratitude. Their fanbase is now multigenerational, and Listen Up! manages to honor the older fans who grew up with them while still delivering hooks and energy that can pull in a younger crowd discovering them for the first time.
Read MoreI have been a fan of New Found Glory since first hearing Nothing Gold Can Stay back while I was in high school. NFG have been a soundtrack to my life as we both have grown and matured over the years. This album hits especially close to home for me as I also had a sudden near death experience in January 2021. This album is going to be powerful and meaningful for a large number of people, but there are going to be some people that see themselves in these lyrics more than anyone else. On behalf of the entire fanbase I say “Thank you” but also “I’m glad everything worked out”.
Read MoreAfter 20+ years being Pop Punk kings I’m not sure who still needs an introduction to New Found Glory. Their resume’ includes 10 studio albums, 1 live album, 2 EPs, 4 cover albums, and countless tours. Forever And Ever X Infinity has been long awaited by fans. If you’ve been a longtime fan of the band this album is going to check all the nostalgic boxes, as well as deliver new and evolved sounds that you have come to expect from NFG.
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