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The Heart of Everything

Within Temptation · 2007

57 min · 11 tracks · alternative metal · gothic metal · symphonic metal

Epic orchestral arrangements intertwine with powerful vocals, creating a lush soundscape of gothic and alternative metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • epic orchestral peaks and valleys
  • immersive dynamic listening experience
  • cathartic emotional climaxes
  • engaging narrative-driven journey

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification
  • seek standalone hit tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
loss and regret· dark anthemic resilience
Career context
Released on January 1, 2007, 'The Heart of Everything' marked Within Temptation's fifth studio album and showcased their evolution towards a more symphonic sound. Following the success of their previous album, 'Mother Earth', this release solidified their status in the European metal scene, expanding their audience significantly.
Stylistic neighbors
Nightwish· Epica· Lacuna Coil
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Once by Nightwish — Shares grand orchestral elements and themes of loss, with powerful vocals and epic soundscapes.
The Divine Conspiracy by Epica — Combines symphonic metal with strong lyrical themes of resilience and introspection, echoing similar emotional depth.
Karmacode by Lacuna Coil — Features a blend of gothic and alternative metal, emphasizing haunting melodies and emotional vocal delivery.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Howling 5:33
  • 2 What Have You Done 5:13
  • 3 Frozen 4:28
  • 4 Our Solemn Hour 4:17
  • 5 The Heart of Everything 5:35
  • 6 Hand of Sorrow 5:36
  • 7 The Cross 4:51
  • 8 Final Destination 4:43
  • 9 All I Need 4:51
  • 10 The Truth Beneath the Rose 7:05
  • 11 Forgiven 4:54

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