THE EMPYREAN
Track Listing
Before The Beginning
Song To The Siren
Unreachable
God
Dark/Light
Heaven
Enough Of Me
Central
One More Of Me
After The Ending
My Rating
8.5/10
Average Critic Rating
7.5/10
Overview
This is a deeply atmospheric album that takes listeners on a spiritual journey. Blending elements of Rock, experimental soundscapes, and hauntingly personal storytelling, it feels both intimate and vast - a cohesive narrative of emotion and introspection. ‘The Empyrean’ is potentially Frusciante’s most expressive solo work, seamlessly shifting between delicate melodic lines and soaring, cathartic solos. The album carries immense emotional weight, achieved through raw and vulnerable vocal delivery that perfectly complements the ambient, heavily reverberated instrumentation. While it may not fit the mold of a conventional rock album, ‘The Empyrean’ stands out as a profound artistic statement. Frusciante himself described it as an album best suited for late-night listening, and it’s hard to disagree. Put on your headphones, embrace solitude, and immerse yourself in brilliance.
Recommended for late-night listeners looking to be transported into a guitar-driven dimension.
Featured Song
Before The Beginning
Most Streamed
Before The Beginning
Least Streamed
After The Ending
Underrated
Heaven
TVV Top 3 Songs
Before The Beginning | Song To Siren | Unreachable
Singles
N/A
TVV Top 3 Non-Singles
Before The Beginning | Song To Siren | Unreachable
Listen to Again?
Yes
No-Skip Album?
No
Album Artwork Rating
6/10
This cover features a dramatic and ethereal painting that depicts a celestial and almost abstract scene. It complements the album's theme beautifully with its somber, moody color palette of blacks, blues, and whites. The imagery evokes the cosmic and spiritual journey from death to heaven, mirroring the album’s focus on existential exploration and emotional depth.
Genre
Experimental Rock
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Record Collection
Recording Studio
John Frusciante’s Residence (Los Angeles, California)
