Guest: Steve | Live Review from Pechanga

Welcome to Episode 1 of Empire Echoes: The Queensrÿche Chronicles 2026 —the beginning of a deep-dive journey into the music, history, and live power of Queensrÿche.

In this debut episode, Eddie and Charles are joined by special guest Steve, a fellow longtime fan, to break down the recent Queensrÿche live show at Pechanga Resort Casino. From setlist choices and standout performances to crowd energy and band chemistry, we give an honest, fan-driven review of the night—and what it says about where Queensrÿche stands right now.

We also kick off the mission of Empire Echoes: celebrating the legacy, evolution, and ongoing relevance of one of metal’s most iconic bands. Whether you were at the Pechanga show, caught the tour elsewhere, or just live and breathe the Ryche, this episode sets the tone for what’s to come.

🎶 Topics include:

First impressions of the Pechanga performance

Musicianship, vocals, and stage presence

Setlist highlights and surprises

How the current era of Queensrÿche compares to past tours

Why Empire Echoes exists—and where the series is headed

This is just the beginning. The echoes start here.

🔊 Turn it up—and welcome to the Empire.