Sum 41

On Chuck, Sum 41 have found a voice that sounds more authoritative, angrier and much heavier than before. Sure, some tracks, like "Some Say," have a breezier, commercial viability, but for the most part such songs as "No Reason" and "The Bitter End" mix up metal chords and an unexpected ferocity.

On previous albums, Canadian foursome Sum 41 developed a reputation for potty-mouth
lyrics and faux hip-hop posturing. It was funny, for a minute. Now, two years after the
release of its last studio effort, Does This Look Infected?, the band shows signs of maturity:
Sum 41 are less sophomoric, even as they still look to their younger years for musical
inspiration. Equal parts Metallica metal riffery, Blink-182 pop hooks and Social Dis... More >