Released 20 years ago
Empire
Kasabian · 2006
39 min · 11 tracks · indie rock
An exhilarating blend of anthemic rock and electronic elements that captures a vibrant, rebellious spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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Empire Start here — The title track sets the tone with its grandiose sound and defiant lyrics, embodying the album's themes of ambition and rebellion.
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Shoot the Runner — This track showcases a fusion of catchy hooks and pulsating rhythms, highlighting the band's knack for blending rock with electronic influences.
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Stuntman — Stuntman features a driving beat and introspective lyrics that explore identity and performance, making it a standout example of the album's depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Empire showcases strong songwriting and production, blending rock with electronic elements effectively.
What we noticed
- The opening track features a heavy, driving beat that sets an energetic tone for the album, which is maintained through the first five tracks.
- Several tracks incorporate electronic elements, such as synths and samples, blending them seamlessly with traditional rock instrumentation.
- The album includes varied song structures, with some tracks featuring extended instrumental sections that build tension before resolving.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- short, punchy songs
- energetic workout motivation
- atmospheric background focus
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Kasabian's reputation with a number one debut and Mercury Prize nomination.
- Career context
- Empire is Kasabian's second studio album, released on August 28, 2006, following their self-titled debut in 2004. At this point, the band was transitioning from promising newcomers to mainstream rock contenders in the UK music scene, building on their early success with more ambitious sounds and themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Royal Blood· Arctic Monkeys· The Dead Weather
Tracklist
- 1 Empire Start here 3:53
- 2 Shoot the Runner 3:27
- 3 Last Trip (In Flight) 2:53
- 4 Me Plus One 2:28
- 5 Sun Rise Light Flies 4:08
- 6 Apnoea 1:47
- 7 By My Side 4:14
- 8 Stuntman 5:19
- 9 Seek & Destroy 2:15
- 10 British Legion 3:19
- 11 The Doberman 5:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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