Empires
Hillsong United · 2015
71 min · 12 tracks · indie pop · pop rock · contemporary Christian music
A sweeping blend of anthemic worship and introspective melodies that invites listeners into spiritual reflection.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks introspective reflection in quiet moments cathartic anthems for group worship
- Context
- In 2015, Hillsong United released 'Empires' as their sixth studio album, following the commercially successful 'Zion' from 2013. This album marked a continuation of their evolution in contemporary worship music, showcasing a more polished production style and deeper lyrical themes reflective of their global ministry.
- If you like
- indie pop, pop rock, contemporary Christian music
Empires is an album by Hillsong United, released in 2015. A sweeping blend of anthemic worship and introspective melodies that invites listeners into spiritual reflection. 'Empires' debuted at number one on the Billboard Christian Albums chart and reached number 16 on the overall Billboard 200. Its impact resonated within the contemporary Christian music scene, noted for its ambitious sound that blended various genres while maintaining a focus on worship, influencing numerous churches and worship leaders worldwide. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Empires sound like?
A sweeping blend of anthemic worship and introspective melodies that invites listeners into spiritual reflection. Rooted in indie pop and pop rock.
What makes Empires by Hillsong United notable?
'Empires' debuted at number one on the Billboard Christian Albums chart and reached number 16 on the overall Billboard 200. Its impact resonated within the contemporary Christian music scene, noted for its ambitious sound that blended various genres while maintaining a focus on worship, influencing numerous churches and worship leaders worldwide. In 2015, Hillsong United released 'Empires' as their sixth studio album, following the commercially successful 'Zion' from 2013. This album marked a continuation of their evolution in contemporary worship music, showcasing a more polished production style and deeper lyrical themes reflective of their global ministry.
Who is Empires for?
Empires works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, introspective reflection in quiet moments and cathartic anthems for group worship.
How many songs are on Empires?
Empires has 12 tracks, running approximately 71 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Here Now (Madness) 7:22
- 2 Say the Word 4:24
- 3 Heart Like Heaven Standout 6:30
- 4 Touch the Sky Standout 4:22
- 5 Street Called Mercy 4:22
- 6 When I Lost My Heart to You (Hallelujah) 4:45
- 7 Even When It Hurts (Praise Song) Standout 6:18
- 8 Prince of Peace 5:57
- 9 Empires 8:14
- 10 Rule 4:12
- 11 Captain 5:31
- 12 Closer Than You Know 9:31
Release Date
January 1, 2015
Artist Origin
Australia
Runtime
71 min 28 sec
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