Gym Class Heroes

Gym Class Heroes looks to continue its style of unique hip hop beats with "The Papercut Chronicles II," its latest album.

 The band has seen a lot of success in the past few years, evident from the numerous collaborations with other artists in recent works.

This album doesn't have any real defining features, with its only real mainstream success single being "Stereo Hearts." This song is a great piece. Its popularity has caused it to dominate the airwaves recently. If only the rest of the tracks matched this success.

The album does sport a fun element repeated from the prior album, "The Papercut Chronicles," with an opening and ending using Microsoft Sam.

However, this idea loses its charm after hearing it a few times. The main content of this album does have some better songs, but it can be hit and miss.

"Life Goes On" is a refreshing track, with a smooth chorus by guest singer Oh Land balancing the rap elements. "The Fighter" is another song like this with upbeat lyrics, pacing and chorus.

My least favorite track is unquestionably "Kid Nothing And The Never-Ending Naked Nightmare." The tempo and unbefitting screamo inserts make for an awkward sound overall. I can't decide what this song is trying to be, and I don't think it can either.

"Papercuts Chronicles II" is a great purchase for fans looking to relive the feeling from Gym Class Heroes' earlier music. But if you've only heard radio singles from the album, don't expect the rest of the songs to follow suit.