Shadows Inside

Shadows Inside, released in 2017, marks a significant point in Miss May I's discography, moving away from the more traditional metalcore tropes of their earlier work toward a sound influenced by melodic death metal and thrash. Produced by Drew Fulk and Nick Sampson, the album features a more mature songwriting approach that emphasizes structure and hook-driven choruses without sacrificing the band's signature speed. This was their first release on SharpTone Records, signaling a fresh chapter for the band. Critics noted the album's improved vocal dynamics and the technical proficiency of the guitar work, which often echoes the Gothenburg sound of bands like In Flames or At the Gates. The record is characterized by its lyrical focus on internal conflict and the 'shadows' within the human psyche, making it one of their most thematic and cohesive efforts to date.