An album preceded by several singles over the course of four years, now including four new songs, several collaborations, and a lot of similar problems Falling In Reverse has always had. The title track and original Platinum single from pandemic is the standout and by far Radke’s best song. The remaining singles either have Radke outshined by co-collaborators such as Jelly Roll, or are incredibly messy song structures with overproduction and terrible writing. The lyrical content ranges from “Woe is me”, to “I can’t be cancelled”. All of which is delivered with terrible flows. The song “Bad Guy” is the epitome of everything wrong with Falling In Revers and the one-track thought process revolving around one person’s depiction of himself. You’ll get the occasional solid guitar riff or hook but they are few and far between, especially in the new material. What’s shocking is that Popular Monster is by far Radke’s greatest album, and it’s still a rough 3/10.
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“Falling In Reverse has made a powerful return with their new album Popular Monster, released today, August 16, 2024. This marks the band’s first full-length album in seven years, following their 2017 release, Coming Home. Popular Monster features 11 tracks, including previously released singles like “Popular Monster,” “Voices In My Head,” and “Watch The World Burn,” showcasing the band’s evolution in sound and lyrical depth. With collaborations from artists such as Jelly Roll and Tech N9ne, the album promises a blend of bombastic rock and introspective themes that resonate with fans. Ronnie Radke’s complex lyricism and the band’s genre-defying style continue to push boundaries, solidifying their status as a leading force in modern metal. The anticipation surrounding this release has been palpable, and the album is expected to further elevate Falling In Reverse’s already impressive legacy in the alternative music scene.” (Perplexity)
