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
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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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