Gym Class Heroes' 'Chronicles II'

Gym Class Heroes run through so many styles on "The Papercut Chronicles II" (Fueled by Ramen) that it's often hard to believe that it all comes from the same band. The pop stuff is likable and radio-friendly but kind of anonymous -- with "Stereo Hearts" more about Adam Levine and "Fighter" more about Ryan Tedder. The rock stuff fares better, especially the guitar-heavy "Martyrial Girl" and the Linkin Park-ish "Solo Discotheque," while the heavier hip-hop songs land a little too close to Eminem. All the Heroes' worship gets confusing.

GYM CLASS HEROES

The Papercut Chronicles II

GRADE B

BOTTOM LINE A hip-hop

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