Article and Photos by: Kimmi Taylor
Baltimore, MD — Memphis May Fire stopped by the Baltimore Soundstage for “The Shapeshifter Tour,” bringing a sold-out show with a very solid supporting lineup. Fans eagerly piled into the small but intimate venue, building excitement for this highly anticipated show, which sold out almost three months in advance.
Elijah kicked things off with an intense burst of energy. The Nashville native, backed by his tour band of talented musicians, brought a gritty, raw presence that set the tone for the night. Elijah’s vocals were both powerful and vulnerable, cutting through the room with raw emotion as the singer unleashed fan favorites like “Harder to Lie” and “Skin.” Fans were even treated to one of his unreleased songs, “Hostage.” If you haven’t heard the name Elijah yet, you’ll definitely want to check him out after this. His live show is a powerful and exhilarating experience that will leave you wanting to hit replay.
As soon as Wind Walkers jumped on stage, they were met with an eruption of excitement. The moment they launched into the opening notes of “The Overlook,” a surge of energy swept through the crowd. Their melodic lyrics paired with an aggressive sound offered a brief but captivating shift in energy. Fans of all ages screamed every word, hands in the air, fully locked into the moment.
Up next was Caskets. The metalcore band hailing all the way from Leeds, England demonstrated their mastery of seamless transitions between songs, effortlessly moving from one tune to the next throughout the night. They crushed a short seven-song set packed with fan favorites and newer tracks like “More Than Misery,” “Believe,” and “Lost in Echoes,” and closed the set with their biggest hit, “Glass Heart.”
Finally, it was time for Memphis May Fire. The crowd’s chanting echoed around the venue as the band took the stage. If there was any doubt about the night’s momentum reaching its peak, Memphis May Fire shattered it the moment they walked out. With lead guitarist Kellen McGregor’s piercing riffs and Matty Mullins’ powerful vocals leading the charge, the band delivered relentless breakdowns and unrelenting energy. The band played many fan-favorite hits from their early years such as “Vices,” “Make Believe,” and “Necessary Evil.” The Texans came armed with next-level production and lighting—huge LED monitors, strobe lights, and even smoke cannons. Despite a fourteen-song set and two encore tracks, the fans kept chanting for more and didn’t want the night to end.
Memphis May Fire always gives it their all and once again delivered a highly entertaining, emotional, and engaging show. Fans tonight were treated to great sets by all four bands. Be sure to catch them on this tour—and arrive early to catch the opening acts.