Rise of the Lion
Miss May I · 2014
42 min · 12 tracks · thrash metal
A relentless barrage of thrash riffs melded with soaring melodies and introspective lyrics that challenge the listener's resolve.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady energetic flow throughout introspective lyrics that challenge relentless pacing for full engagement
- Context
- By the time 'Rise of the Lion' was released in 2014, Miss May I had established themselves as a prominent name in the metalcore scene, following their previous album 'At Heart' in 2012. This album marked their fifth studio release and further solidified their sound while showcasing growth in songwriting and lyrical depth.
- If you like
- thrash metal
Rise of the Lion is an album by Miss May I, released in 2014. A relentless barrage of thrash riffs melded with soaring melodies and introspective lyrics that challenge the listener's resolve. 'Rise of the Lion' debuted at number 32 on the Billboard 200 chart, demonstrating the band's commercial viability in a competitive genre. The album received positive reviews for its blend of melodic elements with aggressive thrash metal, contributing to discussions about the evolution of modern metalcore. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Rise of the Lion sound like?
A relentless barrage of thrash riffs melded with soaring melodies and introspective lyrics that challenge the listener's resolve. Rooted in thrash metal.
What makes Rise of the Lion by Miss May I notable?
'Rise of the Lion' debuted at number 32 on the Billboard 200 chart, demonstrating the band's commercial viability in a competitive genre. The album received positive reviews for its blend of melodic elements with aggressive thrash metal, contributing to discussions about the evolution of modern metalcore. By the time 'Rise of the Lion' was released in 2014, Miss May I had established themselves as a prominent name in the metalcore scene, following their previous album 'At Heart' in 2012. This album marked their fifth studio release and further solidified their sound while showcasing growth in songwriting and lyrical depth.
Who is Rise of the Lion for?
Rise of the Lion works well if you're into steady energetic flow throughout, introspective lyrics that challenge and relentless pacing for full engagement.
How many songs are on Rise of the Lion?
Rise of the Lion has 12 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Refuse to Believe Standout 3:55
- 2 Lunatik 3:44
- 3 Gone Standout 3:38
- 4 Echoes 4:03
- 5 You Want Me 3:08
- 6 Tangled Tongues 3:43
- 7 Hero With No Name Standout 3:27
- 8 Darker Days 4:26
- 9 End of Me 3:05
- 10 Saints, Sinners, and Greats 2:41
- 11 Burn My Pages 3:17
- 12 Last Letter 3:41
Release Date
April 25, 2014
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
42 min 48 sec
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