Imperial

by Soen

Imperial cover art

Formed initially as a supergroup featuring ex-Opeth drummer Martin Lopez, the Swedish quintet continued to refine their highly emotional, deeply polished brand of progressive metal. The album relies heavily on muscular, rhythmic riffing that acts as a driving foundation for Joel Ekelöf's incredibly soaring, melancholic clean vocal performances. The deeply introspective record firmly established them as a highly distinct entity beyond their renowned pedigree.

Genres

  • Progressive Metal
  • Progressive Rock

Tracklist

  1. Lumerian
  2. Deceiver
  3. Monarch
  4. Illusion
  5. Antagonist
  6. Modesty
  7. Dissident
  8. Fortune