''Challenger'' is the third studio album by American
metalcore
Metalcore (also known as metallic hardcore) is a fusion music genre that combines elements of extreme metal and hardcore punk. As with other styles blending metal and hardcore, such as crust punk and grindcore, metalcore is noted for its use of ...
band
Memphis May Fire
Memphis May Fire is an American metalcore band formed in Denton, Texas and currently signed to Rise Records. The band currently consists of lead guitarist Kellen McGregor, lead vocalist Matty Mullins, bassist Cory Elder, and drummer Jake Garla ...
. The album was released June 26, 2012 via
Rise Records. The band released the first single, "Prove Me Right," on May 24. They also released the 5th track on the album, "Vices," on June 13 as the second single from the album. On June 18, all of the songs were uploaded to YouTube on the Rise Records page.
The album debuted at number 16 on the
''Billboard'' 200, selling more than 18,000 copies in its first week.
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It is the first album to have rhythm guitarist Anthony Sepe who replaced original member Ryan Bentley following his departure in April 2011.
Track listing
All lyrics written by Matty Mullins, all music composed by Kellen McGregor and Memphis May Fire.
Personnel
* Matty Mullins – lead vocals, keyboards
* Kellen McGregor – lead guitar
* Anthony Sepe - rhythm guitar
* Cory Elder – bass guitar
* Jake Garland – drums
References
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2012 albums
Memphis May Fire albums
Rise Records albums