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  • Artist(s): Styles P
  • Summary: The fifth full-length studio release for the Swedish rock band Ghost was produced by Klas Ahlund.
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. AllMusic
    Mar 11, 2022
    90
    Impera is the most unabashed exercise in exultant pop/rock sheen Ghost has issued to date; it establishes an exquisite front in their own quest for global rock domination.
  2. Consequence
    Mar 14, 2022
    83
    Overall, IMPERA keeps Ghost’s winning streak going and proves once again that Mr. Forge surely knows what he’s doing as the group’s leader.
  3. New Musical Express (NME)
    Mar 11, 2022
    80
    The music that Ghost make over twelve tracks, more than ever before, is a truly delicious pop-rock proposition.
  4. PopMatters
    Mar 11, 2022
    80
    Once again, Tobias Forge has come through with a slick, wickedly catchy collection of songs that are certain to please Ghost’s rapidly growing audience.
  5. Sputnikmusic
    Mar 14, 2022
    74
    The production is a tad artificial at times, way less organic than the somber, daring spirit of Opus Eponymous, but every instrument is performed with impressive precision by every ghoul, and Forge's vocals sound on point most of the time, save for some grating moments when he seems to fall out of character. The added backing vocals and the meticulous arrangements enhance greatly the album's overall sound, but the question remains if these sorts of embellishments are enough for the loyal sheep to keep their faith on what the Clergy is feeding them.
  6. Classic Rock Magazine
    Mar 11, 2022
    70
    as shiny theatrical melody rock designed to look deceptively dangerous on teenage bedroom walls goes, Impera takes Ghost several more ferula shuffles in the direction of their very own American Idiot. [Apr 2022, p.77]
  7. Exclaim
    Mar 11, 2022
    70
    Impera is a solid album and an obvious next step in Ghost's career. It's bittersweet to see the campy Satanic days firmly behind the band, but any old-school fan should still be proud to see what the band has achieved, and it's clear that Impera is the album Ghost needed to take their career to the next level.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 32
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 32
  3. Negative: 0 out of 32
  1. Vandole
    Mar 11, 2022
    10
    Groomer virgin here :P It´s as high quality as it was before - catchy melodies, nice riffs and entertaining structures.
  2. GeekFurious
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    I have listened to this album dozens of times. Every song is exceptionally catchy & well written, an amalgamation of influences & originality.I have listened to this album dozens of times. Every song is exceptionally catchy & well written, an amalgamation of influences & originality. I can't find any flaws... and you'd think I'd be noticing some after so many listenings. I have always appreciated Ghost but this is the first time I have found myself blown away by a new release.… Expand
  4. q3nt0
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    Ghost's game is to shock but not in a classic way. They shock, but not with fear, but with hooks and without taking themselves too seriously,Ghost's game is to shock but not in a classic way. They shock, but not with fear, but with hooks and without taking themselves too seriously, all with the metal rock abbaesque arrangements. I'm a big fan of ghost, and this album struck me because of the direction it took. After a few listens, it's definitely a strong album.… Expand
  5. jmneeley06
    Mar 12, 2022
    10
    This album is fantastic and ranks as one of the bands best. This isn’t opus eponymous or Meliora. It stands on its own. Risky and engagingThis album is fantastic and ranks as one of the bands best. This isn’t opus eponymous or Meliora. It stands on its own. Risky and engaging from beginning to end… Expand
  6. JoshuaInsole
    Mar 13, 2022
    9
    This album makes complete sense in the career trajectory of Ghost. That being said, Tobias doesn't rest on his laurels; he goes full out.This album makes complete sense in the career trajectory of Ghost. That being said, Tobias doesn't rest on his laurels; he goes full out. Every song is an absolute banger. Yeah, it's pop-metal, but haven't Ghost always been that way? A meticulously crafted piece of music that walks the tightrope between artistic integrity and commercial viability.… Expand
  7. Olvr
    Aug 17, 2022
    8
    This album is quite perfect. It is terribly effective without being too formatted. It is a real rejuvenation for hard rock, which had becomeThis album is quite perfect. It is terribly effective without being too formatted. It is a real rejuvenation for hard rock, which had become unloved for many years.… Expand
  8. Chirpfest
    Mar 15, 2022
    5
    First Ghost album that I can actually listen through start to finish and enjoy every track. Usually there’s a few I skip over here and there,First Ghost album that I can actually listen through start to finish and enjoy every track. Usually there’s a few I skip over here and there, but not this one. That in itself says a lot. In a world of generic pop/punk/metal bands, these guys bring an old school vibe that is refreshingly unique to todays market. This is a good “gateway” album to get a new crowd into the band for sure.… Expand

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