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Empire is the fourth studio album by the American progressive metal band Queensrÿche, released on August 20, 1990. The album represents a significant milestone in the band's career, propelling them to both critical and commercial success.
"Empire" showcases Queensrÿche's blend of intricate songwriting, powerful vocals by Geoff Tate, and thought-provoking themes. The album's sound seamlessly combines progressive metal elements with hard rock, resulting in a unique and engaging musical experience.
The hit single "Silent Lucidity" became a standout track from the album, receiving extensive radio airplay and reaching #9 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song's success introduced Queensrÿche to a broader audience and solidified their presence in the mainstream music scene.
"Empire" achieved a peak position of #7 on the Billboard 200 chart in the United States. The album's commercial success and critical acclaim further established Queensrÿche as one of the leading bands in the progressive metal genre.
Tracklist
| 1 | Best I Can | 5:30 |
| 2 | The Thin Line | 5:42 |
| 3 | Jet City Woman | 5:20 |
| 4 | Della Brown | 7:04 |
| 5 | Another Rainy Night (Without You) | 4:44 |
| 6 | Empire | 5:07 |
| 7 | Resistance | 4:47 |
| 8 | Silent Lucidity | 5:45 |
| 9 | Hand On Heart | 5:30 |
| 10 | One And Only | 5:52 |
| 11 | Anybody Listening? | 7:40 |