Emperor (Burmese band)
Emperor အင်ပရား | |
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| Origin | Yangon, Myanmar |
| Genres | Hard rock, heavy metal, Burmese rock |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar, vocals, drums, bass |
| Years active | 1980s–present |
| Labels | Independent |
| Members | Zaw Win Htut (lead vocals, guitar) |
Emperor (Burmese: အင်ပရား) is a Burmese hard rock and metal band from Myanmar, formed in the 1980s in Yangon. Led by Zaw Win Htut, the band is noted for its fusion of Western hard rock and heavy metal with traditional Burmese musical influences. Emperor has been influential in shaping the rock music scene in Myanmar, garnering a dedicated following both domestically and among Burmese expatriates.