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‘EVERYONE’S A STAR!’ Finds 5SOS Balancing Fame, Feeling, and Flaws

A solid, melody-driven record that shines most when the band embraces honesty over spectacle.
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‘EVERYONE’S A STAR!’ Finds 5SOS Balancing Fame, Feeling, and Flaws
A solid, melody-driven record that shines most when the band embraces honesty over spectacle.
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