Album is a 7.5/10 from me. It's much better than I expected (although the first four tracks are mediocre) and I'm impressed at how versatile they are on some tracks. My favorite song is "Ain't It Fun", it's giving me early 90s Mariah teas in the best way (NEEDS TO BE THE NEXT SINGLE!). "Proof" and "Be Alone" are sort of forgettable, but overall it's a very enjoyable album.
However, I think that this lacks the punch of their previous albums, so as of now I still prefer their older stuff (Riot and BNE are my faves), but if they continue in this direction (and incorporate more rock instead just becoming poppier) it'll prove that they can survive without the Farro brothers.
Although I'll always miss Zac. His drumming style really makes Paramore's sound.
