"It's cool. It's an accomplishment. A lot of people haven't seen as much as we have. People twice and three times our age haven't got to see what we have. I don't think (the age question) is annoying. I think of it really as blessed," he said.

"Blessed" is a word Farro uses often during his interview. That's not surprising considering he and his band are devout Christians, another focus of media attention, although not an aspect the band advertises.

"We don't like shoving that down people's throats. People have free will to choose whatever they want."

"We're here for music and having a good time," he said.

A lot of Utahns, particularly those in Utah County where the band is playing, would most likely be able to relate to Paramore's apparent paradox of being a rock band with moral beliefs.

"Don't let what people say to you affect what you believe" is Farro's advice for Utah's religious teens.

If you go

What: Jimmy Eat World, Paramore
Where: McKay Events Center, Utah Valley State College, 800 W. University Parkway, Orem
When: Monday, 6 p.m.
How much: $24.50-$34.50

Phone: 467-8499, 800-888-8499
Web: www.smithstix.com

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