Patrick Stump to Launch Solo Jazz Career, Says He’s ‘Over Rock Music’

In a move that has stunned fans across the globe, Fall Out Boy frontman Patrick Stump has officially announced plans to pursue a solo jazz career, stating he’s “over rock music” after more than two decades in the genre.

The surprising revelation came during an intimate interview on a Chicago radio station, where Stump revealed that he’s been working in secret on a full-length jazz album, blending classic bebop with modern funk and orchestral arrangements. “Rock was my first love,” Stump admitted, “but jazz is where I feel free now. I’ve grown, and my soul craves something new.”

Stump, who has long been praised for his vocal versatility and musical depth, hinted that this shift had been building for years. “Touring with Fall Out Boy is incredible, but creatively, I’ve felt boxed in,” he confessed. “I’ve been writing jazz pieces backstage for the last three tours. It’s finally time to let them breathe.”

According to sources close to the singer, the album—tentatively titled “Midnight in Chicago”—features collaborations with jazz legends, live brass ensembles, and even a few guest vocals from unexpected names in the classical and R&B scenes.

Despite this major turn, Stump clarified that he isn’t “quitting” Fall Out Boy but will be “stepping away for the foreseeable future” to focus on his new sound. His bandmates have expressed support, though insiders say the group is “re-evaluating their next move.”

Fans are torn—some excited for what they call a “bold evolution,” while others fear this signals the end of an era. Whether Fall Out Boy continues without him or goes on hiatus remains to be seen.

But one thing’s certain: Patrick Stump is marching to the beat of a new drum—a jazz one.