INTERVIEW; Emperor on New Album, ‘100,000’

On 8 April 2023, Emperor Charles released his first album titled “100,000”. Although the music itself has no direct connection to Ela’r’oech, it adds to the cultural landscape of the community.

The album features five tracks, each with unique and intriguing titles: “Ease of Access”, “HTSE”, “∞”, “CSTA”, and “3202”. The music is experimental and avant-garde, blending elements of electronic, ambient, and industrial music into a unique and immersive listening experience.

The Emperor hopes that the release of “100,000” will not only showcase the creativity and talent of his people, but also bring attention to the Empire of Ela’r’oech as a whole. Despite its small size, the micronation has a rich and vibrant culture, and the release of this album is just another facet of that culture.

Overall, the release of “100,000” is a noteworthy event for the Empire of Ela’r’oech, adding to the cultural and artistic output of the micronation. The album is available for streaming and purchase on various digital platforms.

ENS Reporter Anthony Ramirez got an interview; ENS will be bolded, the Emperor will be italicized.

So, Emperor Charles, why did you decide to release this album?

I was inspired by this other artist who creates tracks much better than I ever could. His name is Jai Paul. I really fell in love with his style of work and so I decided to try and replicate it.

There are two tracks, “HTSE” and “CSTA.” What do they stand for, if anything?

“HTSE” stands for “Here To Save Everyone,” while “CSTA” stands for “Can’t Save Them All.” That type of cryptic or abbreviated way of naming my work will be commonplace for my music, likely.

That statement implies that there will be future music. Can you confirm any new album or tracks in the works?

I’ve basically said it as an open secret that I’ll be releasing A2 – standing for Album 2 – as soon as I can. But A2 isn’t the finished name. I’m thinking of something more mystical, I guess.

You’ve already given us your favorite tracks from 100,000. Are there any like that for Album 2 that you’d be willing to share?

My favorite track so far from A2 is YSB, which stands for You’re So Beautiful. It’s my first track with vocals and it’s coming together nicely.

Amazing info. Thank you for the interview.

You can listen to 100,000 on SoundCloud here.