Review
Miss May I's 2017 release 'Shadows Inside' hits the ground running as their first album under SharpTone Records, and man, does it pack a punch! The blend of blistering metalcore aggression with those catchy melodic hooks creates an adrenaline rush that's impossible to ignore. I was blown away by how the contrast between Levi Benton's skull-crushing unclean vocals and Ryan Neff's soaring clean vocals creates this perfect storm of intensity and emotion. The production work from Drew Fulk and Nick Sampson gives every crushing riff and thunderous drum hit the clarity it deserves, making this 34-minute thrill ride feel like getting slammed into a wall – in the best possible way.
The album dives deep into personal demons and inner battles, with tracks like 'Under Fire' and the title track 'Shadows Inside' delivering the kind of face-melting heaviness that'll have you starting a mosh pit in your living room. But these guys aren't just about brutality – songs like 'Never Let Me Stay' and 'Crawl' showcase their talent for crafting hooks that'll stick in your head for days. The compact runtime keeps everything tight and focused, with zero filler to drag down the momentum. This album represents everything that makes metalcore such an exhilarating genre when it's done right – raw emotion, technical skill, and enough energy to power a small city. - Zane
