Discography:
2007 - Memphis May Fire (EP)
2009 - Sleepwalking
2010 - Between the Lies (EP)
2011 - The Hollow
2012 - Challenger
2014 - Unconditional
2016 - This Light I Hold
2018 - Broken
In early 2007, the band recorded and self-released an EP, and began creating a local following. Shortly thereafter, Memphis May Fire caught the attention of Josh Grabelle, the president of Trustkill Records. In September 2007 the band had officially signed to Trustkill, and their self-titled EP (Memphis May Fire)was reissued through the label in December 2007.
Memphis May Fire hoped to release their debut album by summer 2008, however, during the recording sessions for the album, lead singer Chase Ryan decided to leave the band. Chase explained that he felt that his priorities should be with his newborn child and not a band. Upon announcing his resignation, bass player Austin Radford also decided to part ways with the band shortly thereafter. He would be replaced by Cory Elder. Open auditions were held shortly after Chase's departure, and he was eventually replaced by a new vocalist, Matty Mullins. By this time, Memphis May Fire had already recorded their instruments for the new album with producer Casey Bates and only needed Mullins to contribute his vocals.
Their debut full-length studio album, Sleepwalking, was released on July 21, 2009, through Trustkill Records. Memphis May Fire has described the album as "a new breed of rock n' roll" and musically it has "more aggressive guitar work and noticeably more melodic, but still retains that southern swagger." Their song "Ghost in the Mirror" was used on the soundtrack for the movie Saw VI.
The official music video for "Ghost in the Mirror" was released on February 2nd, 2010 through the Trustkill YouTube page.
Memphis May Fire released a second EP entitled Between the Lies on November 2, 2010, through Bullet Tooth Records with more energy and a different style than their previous releases. On December 9, 2010 the band post in their Facebook that the song "Action/Adventure" will be featured in the video game Rock Band 3. In 2010, Matty Mullins was featured in the song "That's What She Said", from Kid Liberty's debut album Fight with Your Fists.
On January 17, 2011, Rise Records announced Memphis May Fire signed to the label and that a new album will be released in spring. The band recently wrapped up the recording of their upcoming full-length record at Chango Studios (Of Machines, I See Stars, Sleeping with Sirens, etc.) in Orlando, Florida.
On March 3, 2011, a full album teaser for their sophomore album The Hollow was released via Rise Records YouTube page, including its release date of April 26, 2011. On March 22, a full song from The Hollow, titled "The Sinner", was released to Rise Records YouTube page and on iTunes. On April 23, the entire album was released on the Rise Records YouTube page.
On September 15th, the video for the lead single from The Hollow, "The Sinner", directed by Thunder Down Country was released on YouTube.
On February 15th, 2012, a live music video recorded in Orlando Florida for the song titled "The Unfaithful" was released on their YouTube Page.
On February 11th it was announced by Kellen McGregor that the band will be working with Cameron Mizell shortly again, to record their third studio album, Challenger. The album was released June 26th, 2012 through Rise Records while the band is on Warped Tour. On April 11th around midnight, Ryan Bentley announced he has parted ways with the band in a tweet saying "I'm no longer in Memphis May Fire. Details later." On April 17th, the band announced that Anthony Sepe (ex-Decoder) would be replacing Ryan Bentley as their new guitarist:
"For those who may not know already, we recently decided to part ways with our guitarist, Ryan Bentley, and wish him nothing but the best. He's a talented individual and we have no doubt that he will be successful no matter where life leads him. With that said, we'd like all of you to give a warm welcome to our new guitarist Anthony Sepe."
On March 25, 2014, their album Unconditional was released. On October 28, 2016, the band released the album This Light I Hold and on November 16, 2018, the album Broken was released, these last three all through Rise Records.
Current members:
Kellen McGregor – lead guitar, backing vocals, programming, keyboard (2006–present), lead vocals (2006)
Matty Mullins – lead vocals (2008–present)
Cory Elder – bass (2008–present)
Jake Garland – drums, percussion (2010–present)
Touring:
Samuel Penner – rhythm guitar (2017–present)
Former members:
Tanner Oakes – bass (2006–2007)
Ryan Dooley – drums (2006–2007)
Chase Ryan Robbins – lead vocals (2006–2008)
Jeremy Grisham – drums (2007–2008)
Austin Radford – bass (2007–2008)
Daniel De Los Santos – bass (2008)
Joel Seier – rhythm guitar (2009–2010)
Eric Molesworth – drums (2008–2010)
Ryan Bentley – rhythm guitar (2006–2009, 2010–2012)
Anthony Sepe – rhythm guitar (2012–2017)
Virus
Memphis May Fire Lyrics
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It's underneath my skin
Straight through my blood into my bones
I taste it on my tongue
This poison fills my lungs
But I won't let it fill my soul
'Cause I know
I remember why I'm still alive
I'm holding onto what is left inside
'Cause you're just a virus and I didn't come here to die
Virus
You make me question if
I wanted to exist
You were the venom in my veins
But now I see the truth
The enemy was you
My time will come but not today
'Cause I know
When I fight
I remember why I'm still alive
I'm holding onto what is left inside
'Cause you're just a virus and I didn't come here to die
With open eyes, I see the light
My spirit comes alive
I'm holding on, my will is strong
I know I will survive
The end is near, I will not fear
No reasons left to hide
The venoms gone, I'm moving on
I'm taking back my life
When I fight
I remember why I'm still alive
I'm holding onto what is left inside
'Cause you're just a virus and I didn't come here to die
You're just a virus
You're just a virus
You're just a virus and I didn't come here to die
Virus
Virus
Memphis May Fire's song "Virus" talks about the internal struggles that people face when dealing with the negativity in their lives that threatens to consume them. The lyrics paint a picture of someone who is dealing with a poisonous force that is permeating their very being. This force is questioning their will to live and making them question whether they wanted to exist or not. However, the singer isn't ready to give up just yet, despite feeling that poison filling their lungs and consuming them. They remind themselves that they didn't come this far just to die, and the only way to fight this negativity is to hold on to what is left inside and to fight.
The song's chorus talks about remembering why they are still alive and fighting even when it seems like there is no escape from the virus. They refuse to give in and let it consume their soul. Instead, they want to take back their life and move on. The song ends on a triumphant note with the singer referring to the virus as "just a virus" and urging it to leave them alone. The lyrics talk about fighting against things that consume us internally, whether it be from external factors such as toxic relationships, or internal struggles such as depression, addiction, and anxiety.
Line by Line Meaning
I feel it sinking in
I am aware of this negative influence entering my life
It's underneath my skin
This negative influence is deeply entrenched within me
Straight through my blood into my bones
The negative influence is affecting every aspect of my being
I taste it on my tongue
I am constantly reminded of the negative influence
This poison fills my lungs
The negative influence is suffocating me
But I won't let it fill my soul
I refuse to allow this negative influence to take over my identity
'Cause I know
I have faith that I can overcome this negative influence
When I fight
I take a stance against the negative influence
I remember why I'm still alive
I remind myself of the purpose and meaning of my existence
I'm holding onto what is left inside
I am clinging to the good within me that has not been overtaken by the negative influence
'Cause you're just a virus and I didn't come here to die
The negative influence is like a virus, trying to destroy me, but I will not let it kill me
You make me question if
The negative influence causes doubt in my mind
I wanted to exist
The doubt makes me question the value of my existence
You were the venom in my veins
The negative influence was harmful and destructive to me
But now I see the truth
I have gained the clarity to recognize the truth
The enemy was you
The negative influence was the true enemy all along
My time will come but not today
I will eventually face the consequences of my actions, but it will not be today
With open eyes, I see the light
I am now able to see the positive things in life with clarity
My spirit comes alive
I feel revitalized and motivated to live life to the fullest
I'm holding on, my will is strong
I am determined to overcome the negative influence and take control of my life
I know I will survive
I have faith in my ability to overcome this hardship
The end is near, I will not fear
I am not afraid of the outcome, whatever it may be
No reasons left to hide
I have no reason to hide from the negative influence anymore
The venoms gone, I'm moving on
I have successfully eliminated the negative influence and am ready to move on
I'm taking back my life
I am regaining control over my own life
You're just a virus
I am reaffirming that the negative influence is nothing more than a harmful virus
Virus
This repetition adds emphasis to the idea that the negative influence is like a virus
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Matthew Mullins
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@TTe4enka1111
Listened to this before the coronavirus came
@icecreamsandwichiify
You beat me to it. Lol!
@icecreamsandwichiify
Looks like a bunch of people did. Lol!
@DrAwesomeGamer
just heard this today
@darkgenie3167
is this supposed to clear your name from being a normie or smth
@STARSDYEDRED
same!
@nommieminer2515
Perfect song for the CoronaVirus ahead of its time
@omaryanezzavala3295
nommie miner agreed
@ashleyspears3
Lol exactly what I was thinking
@DSmoker1211
I was just saying this lol after not hearing this song in awhile