On July 14, Memphis May Fire brought the Shapeshifter Tour to Anthology, alongside Caskets, If Not For Me, and Royale Lynn. Despite another hot summer evening, fans packed the venue, ready for a night filled with soaring melodies, crushing breakdowns, and nonstop energy.

Opening the night was Royale Lynn, who wasted no time making an impression. While many fans were still making their way into the venue, those inside were treated to a powerful performance that helped set the tone for the rest of the evening. Her blend of hard rock and emotionally driven vocals provided a strong start as the crowd continued to grow.

Next up was local favorite If Not For Me, who received an enthusiastic welcome from the hometown crowd. Having built a loyal following in the area, the band delivered a passionate set that had fans singing along and moving from the very first song. Their energy was contagious and proved once again why they’re one of the region’s standout acts.

Following them, British metalcore outfit Caskets took the stage and captivated the audience with their signature mix of melodic choruses and crushing instrumentals. Their emotional performance kept the momentum building as anticipation reached its peak for the night’s headliner.

When the lights finally dimmed for Memphis May Fire, the excitement inside Anthology erupted. The band kicked off their set with the classic “The Sinner,” instantly sending longtime fans into a frenzy before launching into another crowd favorite, “Vices.”

It didn’t take long for the first crowd surfers to begin making their way over the barricade as the audience fed off the band’s relentless energy. Throughout the night, vocalist Matty Mullins commanded the stage with his powerful vocals while the rest of the band delivered the crushing riffs and explosive performance fans have come to expect.

The setlist balanced fan favorites with newer material, featuring songs like “Misery,” “Left For Dead,” “Make Believe,” and “Love Is War.” Each song brought its own wave of singalongs, mosh pits, and crowd surfers, creating an electric atmosphere from start to finish.

After briefly leaving the stage, Memphis May Fire returned for an encore that pushed the energy to another level. “Fight From Within” reignited the crowd before the band closed the night with “Blood & Water” and the explosive “Chaotic.” The final moments saw one last surge of crowd surfers and nonstop movement as fans gave everything they had left.

Even with the sweltering summer temperatures outside, the crowd inside Anthology never slowed down. Memphis May Fire once again proved why they continue to be one of metalcore’s premier live acts, delivering a performance packed with intensity, emotion, and fan-favorite songs that left everyone wanting more.