Black Symphony
Within Temptation · 2008
68 min · 35 tracks · alternative metal · gothic metal · symphonic metal
A dramatic fusion of symphonic orchestrations and powerful metal vocals envelops the listener in a grand emotional journey.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- grand emotional peaks and valleys
- wave-like pacing for deep immersion
- powerful vocals for cathartic moments
- dynamic journey through orchestral sound
- for evening contemplations
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward, short tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Themes
- orchestral grandeur· gothic resilience
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2008, 'Black Symphony' marked Within Temptation's first live orchestral album, showcasing their evolution after the commercial success of 'The Heart of Everything' in 2007. This project highlighted their artistic ambition as they blended gothic metal with classical music, appealing to both existing fans and new audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nightwish· Epica· Lacuna Coil
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Once by Nightwish — Combines orchestral elements with powerful vocals and dramatic themes, echoing similar gothic grandeur.The Divine Conspiracy by Epica — Features symphonic arrangements and thematic depth, reflecting a blend of metal and classical influences.Karmacode by Lacuna Coil — Merges atmospheric soundscapes with haunting melodies, capturing an emotional intensity akin to Within Temptation.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Ouverture 7:43
- 2 Jillian (I'd Give My Heart) 4:39
- 3 The Howling 6:30
- 4 Stand My Ground 4:32
- 5 The Cross 4:58
- 6 What Have You Done 5:21
- 7 Hand of Sorrow 5:42
- 8 Forgiven 4:52
- 9 Somewhere 4:15
- 10 Our Solemn Hour 5:15
- 11 Frozen 4:26
- 12 Angels 4:01
- 13 Mother Earth 6:15
Disc 2
- 1 Ouverture
- 2 Jillian (I'd Give My Heart)
- 3 The Howling
- 4 Stand My Ground
- 5 The Cross
- 6 What Have You Done
- 7 Hand of Sorrow
- 8 The Heart of Everything
- 9 Forgiven
- 10 Somewhere
- 11 The Swan Song
- 12 Memories
- 13 Our Solemn Hour
- 14 The Other Half (of Me)
- 15 Frozen
- 16 The Promise
- 17 Angels
- 18 Mother Earth
- 19 The Truth Beneath the Rose
- 20 Deceiver of Fools
- 21 All I Need
- 22 Ice Queen
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