Resist
Within Temptation · 2019
47 min · 10 tracks · alternative metal · gothic metal · symphonic metal
Epic orchestration merges with heavy guitar riffs, creating a dramatic soundscape that’s both haunting and empowering.
Why this album works
- Best for
- empowering anthems for resilience steady pacing for focused listening haunting melodies with dramatic flair
- Context
- Released on February 1, 2019, 'Resist' is Within Temptation's seventh studio album and marks a significant evolution in their sound. Following the band's previous album 'Hydra' in 2014, this record showcases a shift towards more modern influences, incorporating electronic elements alongside their signature symphonic metal style.
- If you like
- alternative metal, gothic metal, symphonic metal
Resist is an album by Within Temptation, released in 2019. Epic orchestration merges with heavy guitar riffs, creating a dramatic soundscape that’s both haunting and empowering. The album debuted at number one on the Dutch Albums Chart and received praise for its thematic focus on resistance and empowerment. 'Resist' also garnered critical acclaim from various sources for its ambitious sound, making it a notable entry in the band's discography that highlights their continual growth and relevance in the metal scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Resist sound like?
Epic orchestration merges with heavy guitar riffs, creating a dramatic soundscape that’s both haunting and empowering. Rooted in alternative metal and gothic metal.
What makes Resist by Within Temptation notable?
The album debuted at number one on the Dutch Albums Chart and received praise for its thematic focus on resistance and empowerment. 'Resist' also garnered critical acclaim from various sources for its ambitious sound, making it a notable entry in the band's discography that highlights their continual growth and relevance in the metal scene. Released on February 1, 2019, 'Resist' is Within Temptation's seventh studio album and marks a significant evolution in their sound. Following the band's previous album 'Hydra' in 2014, this record showcases a shift towards more modern influences, incorporating electronic elements alongside their signature symphonic metal style.
Who is Resist for?
Resist works well if you're into empowering anthems for resilience, steady pacing for focused listening and haunting melodies with dramatic flair.
How many songs are on Resist?
Resist has 10 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Reckoning Standout 4:13
- 2 Endless War 4:11
- 3 Raise Your Banner Standout 5:34
- 4 Supernova Standout 5:36
- 5 Holy Ground 4:11
- 6 In Vain 4:26
- 7 Firelight 4:49
- 8 Mad World 5:01
- 9 Mercy Mirror 3:50
- 10 Trophy Hunter 5:52
Release Date
February 1, 2019
Artist Origin
Netherlands
Runtime
47 min 43 sec
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