Memphis May Fire
Memphis May Fire · 2007
18 min · 5 tracks · metalcore
An energetic blend of metalcore and post-hardcore with intricate guitar work and emotionally charged vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Cowbell's Makin' a Comeback — This opening track sets a high-energy tone for the EP, showcasing the band's signature blend of aggressive instrumentation and melodic hooks that defines their style.
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Neutron Cameras vs. Smuggled Nuclear Bombs — This track exemplifies the band’s lyrical depth and dynamic structure, contrasting heavy verses with soaring choruses that highlight their emotional range.
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History of Mercia — With its intricate guitar work and rhythmic shifts, this track stands out as a showcase of the band's technical abilities while maintaining an engaging narrative throughout.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases energetic metalcore elements but lacks standout compositions and cohesion.
What we noticed
- The EP features five tracks, all maintaining a high-energy tempo with aggressive guitar riffs and dynamic drumming.
- Vocals alternate between melodic singing and harsh screaming, creating a contrast that drives the emotional intensity of the songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short energetic listening bursts
- aggressive riffs with introspective themes
- front-loaded intensity and urgency
- for workout motivation
Maybe skip if you
- prefer long, immersive albums
- seek mellow background sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2007, Memphis May Fire's self-titled EP marked their debut, establishing their sound within the burgeoning metalcore scene. This release came just as the genre was gaining significant traction, positioning them for future success.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Word Alive· Of Mice & Men· August Burns Red
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cowbell's Makin' a Comeback 4:32
- 2 Neutron Cameras vs. Smuggled Nuclear Bombs 3:41
- 3 Therapy Caravan of the Fair Room 3:52
- 4 History of Mercia 3:51
- 5 Conjunctions, Conjunctions, Everybody Loves Them 2:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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