The Empire has been played on NTS in shows including RealBitchRadio w/ Violet Waters, featured first on 3 May 2018. Songs played include Brand New, Trouble and I Feel Like Dying.

The Empire are a 5 Piece Alternative Rock Band from Wigan, UK. The Band formed in 2008 and have recently been in the recording studio completing their first full 12 track Album.

The Empire have supported acts such as the Kaiser Chiefs,The Sunshine Underground and The Bluetones and are considered to be one of the most exciting and newly upcoming bands in the Northwest. For more information and tour dates visit www.facebook.com/theempireuk or alternatively you can tweet the band on @TheEmpireUK

The Members include:- Michael Lawrence - Vocals Joshua Ronnay - Lead Guitar James Andrews - Bass Guitar & Backing Vocals Jack Gibson - Rhythm Guitar Joe Singleton - Drums