Dakota Discography

by Ruth Milne

Empires is going places.

Literally. They’re booking a tour. Pretty soon people in other states will get to experience what Rapid City did Saturday night — namely, the best hardcore band around. These musicians are talented and dedicated, and it comes through in their music.

After the concert Aug. 1, some of Empires’ equipment inexplicably disappeared. If you know where it might be, please contact the band.

After an onslaught of originals, Empires wrapped up an energetic performance with their very best — “Destination: Desolation,” a jaw-droppingly good song that begins with a driving drumbeat and explodes into something breathtaking. The first time I ever saw Empires play, this was the song that made me stop taking pictures and say to myself, “These guys are AMAZING.” Happily, “Destination: Desolation” is one of the songs Empires is currently recording. I can’t wait for the CD.

You can catch Empires‘ next performance on Thursday, Aug. 20, when they open for MDC at the Dahl Arts Center.

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