Empyrium is a German band led by Markus Stock, known for blending doom metal and folk/atmospheric elements with Romantic and nature-inspired themes.

Reviews on DeBaser mention Markus Stock (vocals), Andreas Bach (instruments) and a flautist named Nadine. The album Songs Of Moors And Misty Fields is repeatedly praised for slow, melancholic compositions featuring piano, cello, flute and both clean and harsh vocals; reviewers reference Romantic imagery and nature-inspired lyricism.

Two DeBaser reviews laud Empyrium's Songs Of Moors And Misty Fields as an emotional, Romantic-tinged fusion of doom metal and folk atmospheres. Reviewers highlight slow, contemplative pacing, orchestral/folk instruments (flute, cello, piano), and Markus Stock's varied vocals. The album is described as cinematic, melancholic, and steeped in nature imagery. Recommended for listeners who appreciate melancholic, nature-infused music.

For:Fans of doom metal, dark folk, neofolk and atmospheric, Romantic-themed music.

 The crepuscular, misty "When Shadows Grow Longer" opens one of the most underrated (but well-executed) albums of the 90s in the doom metal realm, "Songs Of Moors And Misty Fields" by the German band Empyrium.

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 "When shadows grow longer and the sun sets for the forthcoming night; our sorrow is stronger as darkness and death are now near by our side. Many a sun will set and tears of grief will be shed..."

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