Artist: Queensryche
Genre: Progressive Metal

Queensrÿche are an American progressive metal band from Bellevue, Washington, formed in 1982 who became one of the genre's most influential acts. Their concept album 'Operation: Mindcrime' (1988) is considered a masterpiece of progressive metal, while 'Empire' (1990) achieved commercial success with the power ballad 'Silent Lucidity.' Geoff Tate's operatic vocals and the band's ambitious arrangements distinguished them from thrash metal contemporaries. Queensrÿche's influence on progressive metal was foundational, demonstrating that heavy music could incorporate complex narratives and sophisticated musicianship. Despite later lineup controversies, their classic work remains essential metal listening.