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GYM CLASS HEROES "As Cruel As School Children" Reviews

GYM CLASS HEROES 'As Cruel As School Children' cover art
AZRating: 5.4
Users rating: 9.5
(123 votes)
Release: 25 Jul 2006
Label: Fueled By Ramen
Genre: Rock, Hip-Hop

AbsolutePunk Rating: 7.9

Cruel As School Children is perfect for those who don't listen to hip-hop at all and may be that gateway to the genre for them. Experienced hip-hop fans will probably scoff at this and not even give it the time of day, but I ask that you give it a shot, as you may find 3-4 tracks you really dig.  Full text...


Static Multimedia Rating: 7.5

As Cruel As School Children's refreshing take on rap-rock has lots to offer, and with a little more focus Gym Class Heroes could be a truly worthwhile group, emblematic of the tastes of their generation.   Full text...


Drowned in sound Rating: 6.0

The likes of Linkin Park, P.O.D. and MC Lars have already shown thereิ's a place for the influence of rap and hip-hop in rock, and with a few more inspired moments, Gym Class Heroes could sit comfortably by their sides.  Full text...


AllHipHop.com Rating: 6.0

Though ambitious and original, As Cruel as School Children is merely a gratifying teaser for when Gym Class Heroes will finally get it right. The band connects Hip-Hop and rock admirably, but the bridge they use is a bit shaky.   Full text...


PunkNews Rating: 3.0

This is an album that sounds like it that desperately wants to be taken seriously by the hip-hop underground as well as the emo crowd, but spends too much time pandering to their current fans.  Full text...


MusicOMH.com Rating: 2.0

Gym Class Heroes fall into a lame camp of confusion of trying to be 'rad' and mad, but come across as confused and sad. Radical? Tragical.  Full text...



Users comments

brie baby Rating: 10.0

love u


Shane O Matic Rating: 10.0

None of these people know what they are talking about...they are the best group around and its a shame that they dont get more credit.


Lauren lessthanthrees reelbigfish Rating: 10.0

These boys are truely skilled. People need to realize that the 'ambitious sound' is what makes them original. Not the pre packaged conformity pop-punk bull of today.


Gillian Rating: 9.0

This a very good album because it isn't your typical hip hop. it have flavour to it and thats what i love.


ree Rating: 10.0

Listening to the album was definitely worth it, I saw them live opening up for The All-American Rejects and i went on i-tunes and downloaded their album right away. Their sound is so unique, I absolutely love it.


Elisabeth Rating: 10.0

Gym Class Heros is an amazing band.
And they should get more credit.
Their music is original and creative, and they aren't total sell-outs like a lot of the bands around nowa days.

They have real personality.


chaosinarms Rating: 9.0

The first time I heard or saw this band was on warped tour. SInce then I've bought every one of their albums. I did like papercut chronicles better but this album still stayed in my cd player and is put in often enough that I need a new copy. Their lyrics are real world and beliveable we all have days like some of their songs.


Jas Rating: 10.0

This band's music is really unique (hip hop/rap/emo rock). Their album As Cruel As School Children is based on school and I think everybody can relate to at least one of the songs. I do like this album more than their last album "The Papercut Chronicles" and my personal favorite is "Scandalous Scholastics", the lyrics are hilarious.


anonymous Rating: 10.0

this is a band that really breaks the rap-rock mold. People that rate it badly most likley don't give it a chance because it is a real change. I really like this band.


realist Rating: 10.0

Gym Class Heroes is AMAZING at what they do.
They aren't trying to be emo or rad, they're just being themselves.
Original and innovative.
And they do so extremely well.


Colette Rating: 10.0

This band is phenominal, and those critics have no idea what they're talking about. The lyrics actually have meaning, and they're something I can relate to. The way they merge hip-hop with rock is something that I definately enjoy, because I'm a person who does not like any rap- except for GCH. These boys deserve more recognition for their skill, not a 2.0 rating.
I even saw GCH in concert in October, and now I have become an even bigger fan.
Long story short: GCH > YOU.


Princess4U Rating: 10.0

peolple need to stop bugging their music is the shiz and for those who want to be critics , they just saying stuff cause they don't know how to be original , I love Gym Class Heroes


Noname Rating: 10.0

i heard about them from my ex gf, and she liked rock and i'm not really into it...but then i actually heard them for myself, the first song i heard by them was a remix to new friend request, i have to admit this group is awesome though, definetly worth anyones time and they deserve a lot more recognition


liz Rating: 10.0

this band is awsome love em whoevever gives them a bad rading well thats there opion but mine there great


Brendan Rating: 10.0

Gym class heroes is the best band ever, even though i liked papercut chronicles more, this one is still an amazing CD


gch_rules Rating: 10.0

gym class heroes are awsome and i think its funny that all the people who really matter are giving 10's and the ones who dont count are trying to give 7's and 6's you guys are gay


Christina Rating: 8.0

I think GCH are amazing, but this album...sub-par. I mean, it was good, no doubt. Very creative. Listening to Papercut and then this...It's like day and night. Not ness. a bad thing, just different.


kayla Rating: 10.0

This bad is off the chain their new video is hot especially the little boy and girl dancing. I ain't never heard of them until I saw the video. The lead singer is sexy as hell! Anyways....... Theit music and talent should be recognized more> ANDS DATS REAL!


Rosie Rating: 8.0

This is a very fun album to listen to. It has you up tempo songs then the ones that make you think. Def. worth a listen.


Ferrell Rating: 10.0

you guys are sick! I don't care what anyone else says. You're music is laid back and you can just sit back and listen to it all day.


Michelle Rating: 9.0

i love them it is a new sound.it is fun.at least they are not copying everyone else they are doing their own thang and that's why i love them


Yetta Rating: 10.0

This album is awesome! I'm a hardcore hip hopper! Yet, I still love these guys! They're music is like nothing out right now..It's awesome!


Jasper Rating: 10.0

For me just listening to cupids chokehold 1 time, and going out buying tha album you know they is cold. That cd is a 10


Scoots89 Rating: 10.0

this is one of the best cd's ive heard in a well its just funa nd entertaining


k man Rating: 10.0

wow all the guys at the top shud be shot. they dont know wat they r talking bout. gym class heroes are probably the best group ever cuz they are so origanl and they are so much differnt from all the other scrub rappers out there today. hip hop is dead and the gym class heroes are reserecting the dead.


Kim Rating: 10.0

Gym Class Heroes, are amazing. This album is worth anyones time. I'm not usually one to listen to a whole album in one sitting, but i can just put it in my cd player and listen to it without getting bored. There original and one of the best bands out there atm. They deserve so much more credit.


BadAndyz Rating: 10.0

This is a talented group with great and fresh music. Yeah there is always room for improvement with anyone but I think they don't get some of the recognition they derserve because critics are trying to categorize or pigeon-hold them into one genre and they're finding out the hard way that formula doesn't work with this group. There's nothing wrong with being different or "outside the box" and that's what makes this group's music such an awesome experience.


Shives Rating: 8.0

This is really only the beginning I think. I really enjoy them. Their only glitch is the maturity of the lyrics, but that will come in time for sure.


JPOUND757 Rating: 10.0

Just went ot their concert down here in the 757, and it was amazing, been a fan for a while now, and theyre still putting out the great music they always have been, it just keeps getting better.


Trisha Rating: 10.0

Gym Class heroes is AMAZING. I could listen to their songs day and night. Travis McCoy is an AMAZING rapper/singer. I hate rock music, and i'm into the hiphop/rap/r&b scence, but this is the only band i love which combines rock and hip hop. I love Gym Class Heroes and anyone who doesnt is entitled to their own opinion.


Matt Rating: 8.0

This albulm is good but their albulm The Papercut Chronicles is still my favorite!


sera of h-town Rating: 10.0

i love travi sooooooo much , i love matt and all of gym class heroes !!! you guys rock my fuckin sox off i love yall i would like have sex with yalls music!!!omg i love yalls music i have all the music you guys are fuckin sexi , see april 5th


xXcHeEze gRiSXx Rating: 10.0

those supposedly professional critics need to relook the way they rate their CDs... cause they truly dont know what people like.. i don't know about you guys but I love this album.. the sound and everything is different.. the lyrics are awesome makes me want to fall in love with Travis .. people are always afraid of change..

They are tons of FUN! <3.


Heath Rating: 9.0

Well, I'm going to have to agree that GCH could have done much better on this CD, but it seems like the professionals can't open their ears to something new. And Hip-hop listeners probably wouldn't listen to it because it's too emotional for them and doesn't have a 3-beat beat like most of their songs, so they're not used to it. But if you actually listen, Travis McCoy is an amazing lyric artist. These guys are something to watch and see what happens in the future.


aubs Rating: 10.0

ok wow i love the song" shooting down the stars"its pretty much the best song EVER!!!What am i talking about ..all of there songs are AWESOME!!!!!!
i sit all day on my butt just listining to there songs and then when im not listining to them im singing them in my head and i know this is weird but i carrie around the lyrics lol
HAH
GYM CLASS HEROES IS THE BEST BAND EVER!!!=]


Jay Rating: 10.0

Da f*ck? I dun know what most of these people reviewing are thinking...first of all GCH provides a great balance between rap and rock and they fit right in the middle and provide a solid bridge between the two genres. The "As Crewel As School Children" album is an upbeat change of pace from their previous "The Paperut Chronicles" album...you can't help but notice the versatility and genius of this group, they can cater to the emo crowd Ex. "The Papercut Chronicles" as well as the underground or mainstream hip hop Ex. "As Crewel As School Children", and I don't know if I'd take opinions on hip hop from a place called Punknews...and to be honest I listen to a large variety of the music genre spectrum, from groups such as Saosin, Minus The Bear, and Guns & Roses, which are obviously rock, to groups such as Gym Class, Souls of Mischief, Mos Def, and Bonethugs-n-Harmony...in all honesty GCH does not just fall next to groups such as Lincoln Park but I believe that Gym Class has proven them selves above them with their versatile sound and lyricism...and some of these so called music critics should learn how to criticize, not only with honesty, but also with respect and understanding for more than just one musical genre. Don't f*ckin compromise a groups integrity just to make your review look good...


um...yea Rating: 10.0

I'm strictly hip-hop and I can't stand rock, but Gym Class Heroes are a new sound that I can just chill to. They don't try to be anything but themselves, and to me that's what makes them so great. No disrespect to other people's opinions, but I totally disagree with the people that gave this album a low rating.


KDOG Rating: 9.0

one the best albums i've heard all year I totaly love Cupid's Chokehold I love all thier albums but this one most all. Keep rockin on GYM CLASS HEROES


Anna Rating: 10.0

i think that anyone who listened to their whole album and gives then anything less then an 10 is out of their mind!The GCH and by far my favorite new band!im mostly into Rap and i LOVE their music!and i hope that they never stop being them selves or stop doin wat they do!i also think that everyone of those critics need to just stop trying to classify them as hip hop/rock/emo or wat ever!
they are unique and thats wat makes them so GREAT!!


Joe Rating: 10.0

All the positive comments...... I would have to agree with.
Also the fact that they are one of the bests i have seen live!


Nigel Rating: 10.0

An amazing mixture of hip-hop and rock, not that heave rock about death and stuff not the hip-hop about cars and women but just good music, its hard to describe but they are great.


Good Ish Rating: 9.0

The fusion of rock / hip hop these guys brings is just the right mix to make it almost perfect. To hardcore underground hip hop fans and rock is cool cause only a few of us listen to it fans, this isn't for you. Its for people with open minds and just love for music in general.


sarah Rating: 10.0

gym class heroes are the best group i have ever head because they are new and fresh htey have a different style thta no other group has they will be here for a long time i hope !!!


Mrs. McCoy Rating: 10.0

GCH is the best ive heard in a very long time. I could really just listen to the CD and not stop listening to it and i dont think they should be in any catagory but just know that they are making music. and the fact Travie and Matt are hot!! thats just a plus!!!!


Tammytrainwreck Rating: 8.0

I think that Gym Class Heros has their style down pat. They have a good mix of different genres coming at you at once.

Not to mention Travis' nice flow, and grace lyrically. Overall the album is pretty good and I look forward to seeing even more from Gym Class Heroes!

 
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