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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —7 tracks · 5:10
About this song
Empire by Queensrÿche is in A minor (estimated), around 160 BPM, 4/4 time. This 7-track arrangement runs 5:10 (Overdriven guitar, Distortion guitar, Slap bass 2, Lead 2 (sawtooth), and Drums). 4 versions available to play and practice.
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G2 – D5 · 31 semitones (~2.6 octaves)
About the key of A minor
A minor is the 2nd most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Am, Dm, and Em.
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