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This Is the Time

Epica · 2010

8 min · 2 tracks · symphonic metal

A blend of orchestral grandeur and heavy riffs, embodying the operatic essence of symphonic metal.

This Is the Time is a single by Epica, released in 2010. A blend of orchestral grandeur and heavy riffs, embodying the operatic essence of symphonic metal. The album features 'This Is the Time', which became a notable anthem for fans and received significant airplay on metal radio stations. Its commercial performance helped solidify Epica's position in the global metal scene, contributing to their growing popularity across Europe and beyond. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does This Is the Time sound like?

A blend of orchestral grandeur and heavy riffs, embodying the operatic essence of symphonic metal. Rooted in symphonic metal.

What makes This Is the Time by Epica notable?

The album features 'This Is the Time', which became a notable anthem for fans and received significant airplay on metal radio stations. Its commercial performance helped solidify Epica's position in the global metal scene, contributing to their growing popularity across Europe and beyond. When 'This Is the Time' was released in 2010, Epica was already a well-established name in the symphonic metal scene, following their successful album 'Design Your Universe'. This album marked a consolidation of their sound and showcased their artistic maturity as they continued to explore complex themes and elaborate compositions.

How many songs are on This Is the Time?

This Is the Time has 2 tracks, running approximately 8 minutes.

Tracklist

2 tracks·8:47

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

  • 1 This Is the Time Standout 4:01
  • 2 Living a Lie (Simone version) Standout 4:46

Release Date

October 15, 2010

Genre

symphonic metal

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Artist Origin

Netherlands

Runtime

8 min 47 sec