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Five discs down the road, Borknagar seems less like a Norwegian supergroup side project and more like a cohesive band unit, and not just due to the group's relative longevity and prodigious output, but also because Empiricism is such a strong outing. Unlike the somewhat experimental and disjointed Quintessence disc that preceded it, Empiricism is a lot easier to appreciate from the first listen onward. Possibly the influx of new blood spearheaded Oystein G. Brun, the only original member left, to take this more straightforward direction; wholly one third of Borknagar's lineup is new to the band. Vocalist Vintersorg, of the band of the same name, replaced I.C.S. Vortex so he could concentrate on Dimmu Borgir. Tyr, a session member of Satyricon, and Emperor, who replaced Simen Hestnaes, also make their debut appearances with the group on this disc. Regardless of who is responsible, Empiricism is a monster. The production is much better this time out and memorable moments abound, such as the controlled chaos of "Liberated" and the Mercyful Fate-like intro riff to "Gods of My World." Complexities do pop up, such as the overall influx of piano and lush, acoustic-laced moments (most evident on epic disc-closer "The View of Everlast"). Unlike on past efforts, however, these investigations fit in well with the overall grandeur of well-executed, mid-tempo, classically themed black metal. ~ Brian O'Neill
Recorded between June and July 2001.
Borknagar: Vintersorg (vocals); Oystein G. Brun, Jens F. Ryland (acoustic & electric guitars); Lars A. Nedland (piano, Hammond B-3 organ, synthesizer, background vocals); Tyr (bass, fretless bass); Asgeir Mickelson (drums, percussion).
Personnel: Vintersorg (vocals); Oystein G. Brun (acoustic guitar, electric guitar); TYR (fretless bass); Asgeir Mickelson (drums, percussion).
Audio Mixers: Berge Finstad; Borknagar.
Recording information: Fagerborg Studio (06/2001-07/2001); Toproom Studio (06/2001-07/2001).
Photographer: Alf Borjesson.
Arranger: Borknagar.
This is an Enhanced CD, which contains both regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files. Empiricism Music | List Price | $10.98 (You save $1.43) | | Category | Rock/Pop Albums, Rock CDs, Heavy Metal, Enhanced CD, Black Metal | | Label | Century Media | | Orig Year | 2001 | | All Time Sales Rank |  29333  | | CD Universe Part number | 2405811 | | Catalog number | 8099 | | Discs | 1 | | Release Date | Jan 22, 2002 | | Studio/Live | Studio | | Mono/Stereo | Stereo | | Producer | Borge Finstad; Borknagar | | Engineer | Borge Finstad | | Personnel | Tyr - bass, fretless bass
Oystein G. Brun - acoustic guitar, electric guitar
Asgeir Mickelson - drums, percussion
Lars A. Nedland - piano, Hammond B-3 organ, synthesizer, background vocals
Vintersorg - vocals
Jens F. Ryland - acoustic & electric guitars
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Borknagar Empiricism Songs Empiricism Music Review Average Rating: (4.6 out of 5 stars)   THIS ALBUM RULES!!!!!!!
Their newest album Empiricm , Borknagar moves to a more progressive style , mixing black metal , progressive-metal and even power-metal . More classical elements and Geoff Tate-styled vocals delivered by Vintersorg are necessary to make this album as a classic.
Submitted by tanamarios (Alexis Rios) 
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 Gods of my world
This album is for all of you who like folk metal.Alot of piano but its got alot of blasting druming.If you like Dimmu Borgirs last 2 albums you'll like this.I like most of it .If you were tripping on psycodelic drugs and you like black metal/folk buy it.
Submitted by GORGOR ULFHEONAR (TOWER,MN.USA)
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A great achievement
Definitely, one of the best symphonic black metals ever created.Extremely atmospheric and intellectual,well done.
Submitted by Ehsan ("Ca,USA")
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This album is my first foray into the Borknagar world and i must say that i was utterly impressed. Sheer brilliance at every turn, whether it be a slower power metal type sequence or a faster black metal barrage. There is not one second on this CD that doesnt totally destroy. This album is unreal.
Submitted by a reviewer (Goatfell B.C Canada)
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I bought this album because of Vintersorg, who recently joined the band. Oh boy, oh boy... Superb release. Full of mid-paced black metal, and the tempo is ever-changing to keep the listener focused. I was thinking Vintersorg would add a lot to the band, but I must say, the new recruit for the bass position is a real talent. He uses is fretless bass in an incredible way to add a very interesting sound, almost like jazz. Also, the keyboards (should I say grand piano) are killer, too. I love the instrumental. The line-up in this album is brilliant. All in all, an excellent metal album for those of you who are into black metal. Highly recommend.
Submitted by alperozt (Willington, CT)
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