What makes Monument by Miss May I notable?

Monument debuted at number 50 on the Billboard 200 chart, signaling a growing fanbase and commercial success. The album received positive reviews from critics, who praised its blend of melodic elements with aggressive thrash influences, helping to expand the band's reach within and beyond the metalcore genre. Released in January 2010, Monument is Miss May I's third studio album following their breakthrough effort, Apologies Are for the Weak. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their place in the metalcore scene, showcasing a refined sound while maintaining their energetic live performances.

Monument works well if you're into steady mid-tempo intensity, aggressive riffs for motivation and soaring melodies for catharsis.

How many songs are on Monument?

Monument has 10 tracks, running approximately 35 minutes.

Monument

Miss May I · 2010

35 min · 10 tracks · thrash metal

A relentless barrage of aggressive riffs and soaring melodies that captures the intensity of modern thrash metal.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Masses of a Dying Breed — This track exemplifies the album's core themes of resilience and struggle through its powerful riffs and anthemic chorus, making it a standout anthem for fans.
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Relentless Chaos — The song showcases technical musicianship with intricate guitar work and dynamic shifts, embodying the band's ability to balance aggression with melody.
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Monument — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's essence with its climactic build-up and lyrical exploration of legacy and perseverance.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid songwriting and energetic performances typical of its genre but lacks standout moments.

What we noticed

The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast tempo, which is maintained through the first half before slowing slightly in the latter tracks.
Riffs are often layered with melodic leads, creating a contrast between aggression and melody throughout the songs.
Several tracks feature breakdowns that emphasize rhythmic shifts, providing dynamic variation within the aggressive sound.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. 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

steady mid-tempo intensity
aggressive riffs for motivation
soaring melodies for catharsis
focused workout energy
in-order listening journey

Maybe skip if you

prefer slow, sounds
seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in January 2010, Monument is Miss May I's third studio album following their breakthrough effort, Apologies Are for the Weak. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their place in the metalcore scene, showcasing a refined sound while maintaining their energetic live performances.
Stylistic neighbors: August Burns Red· Parkway Drive· As I Lay Dying