The Silent Force Tour cover

The Silent Force Tour

Within Temptation · 2005

76 min · 16 tracks · alternative metal · gothic metal · symphonic metal

Epic orchestration meets powerful vocals, creating a haunting landscape that balances darkness and beauty.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like intensity throughout listening
  • haunting landscapes for reflection
  • epic moments for emotional release
  • dynamic journey with varied pacing
  • powerful vocals that captivate

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Themes
European metal scene· theatrical performances· love and loss
Career context
Released in 2005, 'The Silent Force Tour' captures Within Temptation at a pivotal moment following their breakthrough album 'The Silent Force' (2004). This live album reflects their growing popularity across Europe as they transitioned from a well-regarded band to major players in the symphonic metal genre. The tour showcased their theatrical live performances, solidifying their reputation and expanding their fanbase.
Stylistic neighbors
Nightwish· Epica· Lacuna Coil
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Once by Nightwish — Combines symphonic elements with powerful vocals, creating a dramatic soundscape of love and loss.
The Phantom Agony by Epica — Shares epic orchestration and theatricality, exploring dark themes through operatic vocals and heavy instrumentation.
Comalies by Lacuna Coil — Merges haunting melodies with gothic atmospheres, reflecting themes of emotional struggle and beauty.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Deceiver of Fools 7:24
  • 2 Stand My Ground 4:28
  • 3 Jillian (I’d Give My Heart) 4:59
  • 4 It’s the Fear 4:12
  • 5 Forsaken 4:58
  • 6 Angels 4:08
  • 7 Towards the End 3:28
  • 8 Memories 4:00
  • 9 Intro 1:56
  • 10 See Who I Am 4:56
  • 11 Pale 4:29
  • 12 Jane Doe 4:47
  • 13 Mother Earth 5:39
  • 14 Candles 6:58
  • 15 The Other Half (of Me) 5:06
  • 16 Ice Queen 5:10

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