The Zane Lowe Interview Series Fall Out Boy
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Apr 21, 2023 Patrick Stump and Pete Wentz of Fall Out Boy discuss challenges in making their latest album, their nonlinear songwriting process, dynamics within the band, pride in their latest record, reflecting on a song's meaning during the pandemic, and avoiding external influences in creating their music.
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Longevity Requires Purpose
- Fall Out Boy's longevity depends on evolving purpose, not assumed permanence.
- Patrick and Pete see the band's future as contingent and creatively negotiable.
How Patrick Became The Singer
- Patrick wrote songs to compose, not to sing, and Pete pushed him to perform.
- That partnership transformed Patrick into the vocalist and songwriter the band needed.
Start With Why, Not Sound
- Ask "What are you writing about?" before obsessing over sound.
- Prioritize meaningful content; the sonic details can be solved later.