White Empress

British-American Gothic Metal Band

White Empress is a metal band that was formed by guitarist Paul Allender, best known for his work with the British extreme metal band Cradle of Filth. The band's style is characterized by a blend of symphonic and extreme metal elements. White Empress released their debut album, "Rise of the Empress," in 2014 through Peaceville Records. The album received attention for its aggressive yet melodic approach and was supported by a crowdfunding campaign. The lineup for the recording of "Rise of the Empress" included vocalist Mary Zimmer and keyboardist Will Graney, among others. The band aimed to create a theatrical and immersive experience with their music and visuals.