Miss May I

Miss May I is a metalcore band from Ohio, formed in the late 2000s and quickly noticed for their explosive mix of incisive riffs, catchy melodies and sung choruses that contrast with more aggressive passages. Driven by Levi Benton’s raspy voice and the group’s instrumental power, Miss May I made a mark with their debut album Apologies Are for the Weak (2009), which became a touchstone for a generation of genre fans. Their discography — including Monument (2010), At Heart (2012), Rise of the Lion (2014), Deathless (2015), Shadows Inside (2017) and more recently Curse of Existence (2022) — shows a steady evolution toward a denser, more melodic and still punchy sound. On stage, Miss May I stay true to their metalcore roots: full-on energy, relentless precision and direct engagement with the audience. Motivated by a drive to blend emotional intensity with raw power, the band has established itself as a reliable name in contemporary American metalcore.