Empire
Queensrÿche · 1990
63 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal
Melodic heavy metal harmonies intertwine with thought-provoking lyrics, creating an emotionally resonant soundscape.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing with emotional peaks
- thought-provoking lyrics for reflection
- evening listening with friends
- melodic harmonies for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on August 20, 1990, 'Empire' was Queensrÿche's fourth studio album and marked their commercial peak following the success of their previous album, 'Operation: Mindcrime'. At this point in their career, they were transitioning from a progressive metal sound to a more accessible rock aesthetic, fueled by mainstream radio play.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dream Theater· Fates Warning· Symphony X
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Best I Can 5:34
- 2 The Thin Line 5:42
- 3 Jet City Woman 5:22
- 4 Della Brown 7:03
- 5 Another Rainy Night (Without You) 4:29
- 6 Empire 5:24
- 7 Resistance 4:50
- 8 Silent Lucidity 5:47
- 9 Hand on Heart 5:33
- 10 One and Only 5:54
- 11 Anybody Listening? 7:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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