The Imperial (The Delines album)

The Imperial is the third studio album by the American country and soul band The Delines, released on January 11, 2019, by Decor Records in Europe and El Cortez Records in the United States.

The album continues the band's signature sound, characterized by Willy Vlautin's evocative storytelling lyrics, set against a backdrop of carefully arranged instrumentation and Amy Boone's distinctive vocals. The songs often depict working-class characters struggling with hardship, loss, and the complexities of everyday life.

The Imperial received generally positive reviews upon release, with critics praising Vlautin's songwriting and Boone's vocal performances, as well as the album's overall atmosphere and emotional depth. Key themes explored on the album include regret, resilience, and the search for connection in a sometimes isolating world.