Epica VS Attack on Titan Songs cover

Epica VS Attack on Titan Songs

Epica · 2017

41 min · 8 tracks · symphonic metal

A dynamic fusion of symphonic metal and anime themes, blending orchestral grandeur with powerful vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • thematic consistency throughout album
  • emotional crescendos with orchestral depth
  • immersive experience for anime fans

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, standalone tracks
  • dislike symphonic arrangements

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Experimental — A unique collaboration blending Epica's style with anime themes, differing from their usual sound.
Themes
anime battles· heroic sacrifice· orchestral intensity
Career context
Released on December 20, 2017, 'Epica VS Attack on Titan Songs' came as Epica's first official collaboration with the anime series 'Attack on Titan'. This album marked a unique milestone in their discography, showcasing their ability to reinterpret popular anime music through a symphonic metal lens, following their previous studio album 'The Holographic Principle' from 2016.
Stylistic neighbors
Nightwish· Within Temptation· Kamelot
If this clicks, go next to
The Solace System — Continues the symphonic metal style with new themes and energy.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Imaginaerum by Nightwish — Shares orchestral grandeur and powerful vocals, blending fantasy themes with symphonic metal.
The Silent Force by Within Temptation — Combines cinematic arrangements with strong vocals, echoing themes of heroism and epic narratives.

Tracklist

New here? Start with "紅蓮の弓矢 / Crimson Bow and Arrow".

  • 1 紅蓮の弓矢 / Crimson Bow and Arrow Start here 5:42
  • 2 自由の翼 / Wings of Freedom 5:34
  • 3 もしこの壁の中が一軒の家だとしたら / If Inside These Walls Was a House 3:43
  • 4 心臓を捧げよ! / Dedicate Your Heart! 5:40
  • 5 紅蓮の弓矢 / Crimson Bow and Arrow (instrumental) 5:42
  • 6 自由の翼 / Wings of Freedom (instrumental) 5:33
  • 7 もしこの壁の中が一軒の家だとしたら / If Inside These Walls Was a House (instrumental) 3:43
  • 8 心臓を捧げよ! / Dedicate Your Heart! (instrumental) 5:40

What to play next

This album is considered a Experimental in Epica's catalog. A unique collaboration blending Epica's style with anime themes, differing from their usual sound.

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