Artist description Empyrean sky is a symphonic/melodic/progressive metal band showcasing the talents of guitarists John Welborn and Doug McAllister along with recently added members Rich Dunkel (guitar) and Tom Hendler (Bass). We try to tell stories with the music without being boring and repetitive. Our songs are pretty long (7-10 minutes) with lots of tasteful harmonizing and rhythm changes, but without loosing a solid sense of direction. Thematically the songs are revolving around dark sexuality/libido. The lyrics are typically in Shakespearean english, with lots of classical influences ranging from Baudelaire to Milton.

Music Style Heavy symphonic/melodic/progressive metal.

Musical Influences Opeth, At the Gates, In Flames, Edge of Sanity, My Dying Bride.

Similar Artists A completely original and progressive mix in the vein of Opeth, At the Gates, In Flames, Edge of Sanity, My Dying Bride, Cradle of Filth, and After Forever.

Artist History Empyrean Sky was formed in 1998 in Sacramento, CA by founding members John Welborn and Doug McAllister. In Spring/Summer of 2000, Empyrean Sky relocated to Chicago, IL, where they now reside.

Group Members John Welborn - Rhythm/Lead/Acoustic Guitars, Vocals, Programming. Doug McAllister - Lead/Rhythm/Acoustic Guitars, Programming Rich Dunkel - Rhythm Guitars Tom Hendler - Bass Guitar

Instruments Electric/Acoustic guitars, bass, keyboards, drums.

Albums Temptations - 1998, Chapter 1: Libido - 2000, Chapter 2: Id - 2002

Location Chicago, Illinois - USA

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