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Welcome to the New Administration

Fall Out Boy · 2008

44 min · 26 tracks · alternative rock · pop rock · pop-punk

An eclectic mix of demos and snippets showcasing Fall Out Boy's genre-blending pop punk energy and lyrical experimentation.

Why this album works

The album notably captures the band's creative process with its collection of demos and snippets, highlighting their willingness to experiment. While not commercially prominent like earlier works, it represents a shift in their artistic direction, influencing how future pop-punk bands would approach album release formats and fan engagement.
Best for
fragmented listening for curious minds brief bursts of lyrical experimentation playful snippets for casual enjoyment
Context
Released in early 2008, 'Welcome to the New Administration' emerged during a unique phase for Fall Out Boy, following their commercial success with 'From Under the Cork Tree' and 'Infinity on High'. This album served as a bridge between their mainstream appeal and a more experimental approach to songwriting, reflecting the band's evolving identity amidst increasing industry pressures.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Intro 0:40
  • 2 Interlude 0:40
  • 3 ALPHAdog and OMEGAlomaniac (demo) 2:09
  • 4 Lake Effect Kid (demo) 3:37
  • 5 I Don’t Care (27) (interlude) (demo/snippet) 1:09
  • 6 Catch Me If You Can / Proclamation of Emaciation (demo mashup) 2:51
  • 7 Bounce (snippet) 1:25
  • 8 First Timers 2:31
  • 9 Northern Downpour (snippet) 2:02
  • 10 Nearly Witches (demo) 0:58
  • 11 I Kissed a Boy Standout 3:01
  • 12 Automatic Eyes (Suave Suarez remix) 2:40
  • 13 Homecoming (snippet) 1:07
  • 14 Take My Hand (Machine Shop Production) 3:38
  • 15 California Girls (demo) 2:47
  • 16 Cookie Jar (snippet) 2:02
  • 17 Oh, Dakota (acoustic demo) 1:14
  • 18 Bada Bing! Wit a Pipe! Standout 3:26
  • 19 Text Fall Out Boy: FOB to 66937 (interlude – Signup and Instant Betterment) 0:15
  • 20 About a Girl (snippet) 0:53
  • 21 We Believe In (Barack Obama) Standout 1:52
  • 22 Interlude 0:24
  • 23 Mixtape (snippet) 0:28
  • 24 Interlude 1:46
  • 25 America’s Sweethearts (demo/snippet) 0:37
  • 26 Outro 0:34

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