Paradise State of Mind is the fourth studio album by American indie pop band Foster the People, released on August 16, 2024, by Atlantic Records, their first under the label.
The album is primarily influenced by the musical landscape of the late 1970s-1980's with elements of disco, funk, gospel, and jazz,[3] with songwriting inspired by such cultural events as the COVID-19 pandemic and global conflicts like the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
It debuted at #8 on the Billboard Top Album sales, selling 7,000 copies during its first week, yet commercially underperforming, as it failed to chart high in other countries, something which has been attributed to the band's unofficial hiatus prior to its long awaited release.
In comparison to the mixed reception of Supermodel (2014) and Sacred Hearts Club (2017), the album has been noted as being both refreshing and reminiscent of their previous music.
Chad Liffmann of Spinning Platters noted "The album is not without its lyrical meditations on sadness and emotionally dark places, but overall, it’s a joyful blend of varied instrumentation, dance-floor beats, and catchy hooks.