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Reports of the demise of Fall Out Boy and the Academy Is... exaggerated

Alternative Press - Tim Karan on 11/18/09 @ 12:22 PM - altpress.com

In a cover story with Fall Out Boy, U.K. rock magazine Kerrang claims that Fall Out Boy are "quitting for now...", but according to FOB's management, rumors that the band are broken up are untrue. A representative for the band told us, "They're just taking a break. No return date set."

Promotional materials for the Kerrang issue say, "Fall Out Boy give their final interview before they head into hiatus. The band reveal the reasons behind their decision and what it really means for their future. So is this the end for the emo superstars?" Rumors began swirling this past weekend when FOB drummer Andy Hurley tweeted that the band were going on hiatus. When later questioned by fans, Hurley clarified, "everyone, when i said fob was on hiatus, i didnt mean hiatus. i meant break. which is what i understood hiatus to mean."

Just yesterday, Fall Out Boy released their greatest hits compilation, Believers Never Die.

The Academy Is... are also weathering similar break-up rumors. Frontman William Beckett responded by saying, "A break from touring to write and record a new album is the new 'hiatus.' There is no hiatus. That is misinformation! Don't fret, just shred." Beckett also talks about the subject in an upcoming AP Podcast.