Empyrean Realms is the American power/prog/heavy metal band Armory's second album. From start to finish this album contains 50 minutes of metal that is epic yet in your face, interesting yet memorable, and energetic yet melodic. High-energy and melody-driven with soaring vocals, finger-picked bass, a twin-guitar attack, and an epic atmosphere. Very dynamic with colorful melodies, articulate guitar work, flavorful key changes, technical drumming, and progressive elements. Empyrean Realms should be on any power metal fan's top 10 of the year for sure and should appeal to fans of Iron Maiden, Stratovarius, Rhapsody, and other similar bands.
What's great about it: The song writing, performance, and production are of the highest class for this genre of metal.
What's not so great: Can't think of anything that isn't great about this album!