Settle the Sky

Settle the Sky is a seminal figure in the mid-to-late 2000s Ohio metalcore scene, emerging from the same regional ferment that produced bands like Before Their Eyes and Miss May I. Formed in 2006, the band quickly distinguished itself through a high level of technical proficiency, citing influences as disparate as the technical death metal of Necrophagist and the ethereal post-rock of Sigur Ros.

This eclectic palette resulted in a sound that utilized complex rhythms and classical piano interludes to break up traditional metalcore structures like the two-step and the breakdown. Their 2008 EP, 'Now That We’re Waiting', released via StandBy Records, remains a cult classic of the Christian metalcore subgenre. The band's identity is inextricably linked to their faith, with members often engaging in theological discussions with fans post-show. Despite long periods of inactivity, their 2020 return with 'Year of Ruin' demonstrated a matured, even more aggressive sonic profile. The band has served as a significant talent incubator, with former members contributing to major acts like Blessthefall and Convictions, cementing their legacy as a cornerstone of the Midwest heavy music lineage.