While the lyrics are a major highlight of the album (both in terms of the overarching concept, as well as some amazing isolated lines on each track) the overall sound is also very impressive. A lot is going on musically, with the use of symphonic arrangements and Adrienne Cowan’s beautiful, yet fierce voice, being the two constant presences throughout.
Tag: Symphonic Metal
Epica and Starkill live at Webster Hall, NYC on January 12th, 2020
Webster Hall was the scene of a somewhat juxtaposed metal sounds this evening. From the straight-ahead raw style of Starkill to the melodic synth and composition based sounds of Epica, the night had a little something for everyone.
Sirenia – Arcane Astral Aeons Review
one thing that has always remained true is that Morten Veland has always been a master of his craft, and when it comes to knowing his genre in and out and being able to create some of the best songs possible, while being willing to push his sound further with each release.
Tarja Turunen (Ex-nightwish) On Her Former Band – Completely Embracing The Whole Body Of Work That I Did With The Band And The Beautiful Work That We Did Together
I still keep on learning and I hope that will never end. Because it would be very horrible for me one day wake up and say in the morning, “Hey now I know everything about lyrical singing.” Or, “Hey now I know everything about singing in general.” Oh my God, That would be the worst day of my life, I mean, really. There is always, always room to learn.
Tarja Makes Triumphant Return to NYC, First Time in Nine Years at Gramercy Theatre in New York, NY, September 9th, 2018
This evening surpassed your average show as Tarja’s vocals, no matter what genre she sings in, has captured the audience’s heart.
Epica – Epica vs. Attack On Titan Review
While we wait for an official follow-up to 2016’s Holographic Principle, it is safe to say; Epica vs. Attack On Titan will do.
Nightwish – Decades Review
this is an essential album belonging to everyone’s music collection. 22 superb songs on a 2 album set with absolutely no filler
Visions of Atlantis – The Deep & the Dark Review
I was excited about The Deep & the Dark when I saw who the two singers were, but I would never have expected it to turn out as well as it did!.
Therion – Beloved Antichrist Review
Despite its length, you should listen to it multiple times to understand its ambition since nothing like this has been done before.