From the moment that Miss May I first broke onto the Ohio metalcore scene back in 2007, it was clear that they were something special. Their self-released early EPs introducing a brutally melodic take on the ever-expanding genre, they were swiftly snapped up by Rise Records. Heading into the studio with producer Joey Sturgis to record their debut full-length on their new label home – they knew they had to make their mark.
Furious, playful, and boasting the then-five-piece’s technical proficiency in every defiant note, ‘Apologies Are For The Weak’ became a staple of the scene. Ripping into crowds on the Warped Tour stages, and leading Miss May I to share line-ups with their heroes, its ten songs catapulted the band into their hearts of countless heavy music fans across the world. Fifteen years on from their breakthrough release, Miss May I are celebrating a little differently.
Unveiling an anniversary edition of their iconic album, they’ve shared a brand-new re-recording of ‘Apologies Are For The Weak’, featuring cameos on every single song. Teaming up with August Burns Red , Fit For A King , The Word Alive , and more, to celebrate the collection’s release Rock Sound sat down with the band’s Levi Benton to find out more..
. ROCK SOUND: It’s a bold venture to re-record your debut album with ten different cameos..
. Where did that idea come from? LEVI: “The label thought I was crazy when I presented the idea! I’ve seen so many reissues over the years, and I.