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The Netherlands (2003 – present)
Epica is a symphonic metal band from The Netherlands, founded in 2003 by guitarist and vocalist Mark Jansen subsequent to his departure from After Forever. The band currently consists of Simone Simons (vocals), Mark Jansen (guitars, vocals), Isaac Delahaye (guitar), Yves Huts (bass), Coen Janssen (keyboards, synthesizer), and Ariën van Weesenbeek (drums).
In early 2002, Mark Jansen left After Forever due to creative differences and began looking for musicians to integrate a new musical project, initially named Sahara Dust. In late 2002, the band courted Helena Iren Michaelsen (former vocalist of Trail of Tears and current vocalist of Imperia) as its frontwoman, but shortly after she was replaced by the then unknown mezzo-soprano singer Simone Simons, Jansen’s girlfriend at the time. The band’s line-up was completed by guitarist Ad Sluijter, drummer Jeroen Simons, bassist Yves Huts and keyboard player Coen Janssen. Their name was changed to Epica, inspired by Kamelot’s album, “Epica”.
Epica then assembled a choir (made up of two men and six women) and a string orchestra (three violins, two violas, two cellos, and a double bass) to play along with them. Their debut album, The Phantom Agony, was produced by Sascha Paeth (known for having previously produced albums for bands such as Angra, Rhapsody of Fire, and Kamelot) and was released in late 2003.
In early 2002, Mark Jansen left After Forever due to creative differences and began looking for musicians to integrate a new musical project, initially named Sahara Dust. In late 2002, the band courted Helena Iren Michaelsen (former vocalist of Trail of Tears and current vocalist of Imperia) as its frontwoman, but shortly after she was replaced by the then unknown mezzo-soprano singer Simone Simons, Jansen’s girlfriend at the time. The band’s line-up was completed by guitarist Ad Sluijter, drummer Jeroen Simons, bassist Yves Huts and keyboard player Coen Janssen. Their name was changed to Epica, inspired by Kamelot’s album, “Epica”.
Epica then assembled a choir (made up of two men and six women) and a string orchestra (three violins, two violas, two cellos, and a double bass) to play along with them. Their debut album, The Phantom Agony, was produced by Sascha Paeth (known for having previously produced albums for bands such as Angra, Rhapsody of Fire, and Kamelot) and was released in late 2003.
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Design Your Universe
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Consign to Oblivion
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The Divine Conspiracy
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The Score: An Epic Journey
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Shoutbox
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runforafall wrote:
Mark Jansen is God. Or at least he shares the throne with Tuomas Holopainen. [2] I couldn't agree even more :P
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Moowny wrote:
v Seconded.
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Quispiam wrote:
I love Mark's voice, although there are better growlers out there.
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fableofdream wrote:
God has no flaws, so he has a hot voice. That's something Mark doesn't have. How unfortunate.
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Quispiam wrote:
Mark Jansen is God. Or at least he shares the throne with Tuomas Holopainen.
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BritneyFanFeva wrote:
Simone simons is a goddess. [14]~She is hands down the most beautiful female in music. I just wish I listened to this kind of music~she's a good reason to listen to it, even if you don't appreciate hte music itself, you can appreciate her skill!
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SilverBarron wrote:
@Quispaim I believe you are correct
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korg_ wrote:
I worship this band...
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The_Fenix wrote:
http://www.lastfm.es/user/The_Fenix/journal/2009/11/23/36p4nd_2012_and_the_end_of_the_world...?success=1
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good_on_ya wrote:
She is hands down the most beautiful female in music. I just wish I listened to this kind of music.
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Metality wrote:
...That chick is fucking hot, though.
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may-yumi wrote:
Epica dia 10 de abril na Via Funchaaaaal! *O* ♥ Infartei <333
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Metality wrote:
What I don't like about female-fronted metal: The chick usually gets all the praise.
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LQQKIE wrote:
If you like Epica, check out The Farplane. Here is their debut album The Farplane.
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Quispiam wrote:
SilverBarron: And Arïen does the spoken words, right?
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rafaelpl_ wrote:
Isaac is such a god <3
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wortex wrote:
Simone simons is a goddess. [13]
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SilverBarron wrote:
@Quispiam correct as well as Mark/Arien do growls also
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TaintedxSanity wrote:
Simone simons is a goddess. [12]
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Quispiam wrote:
Mark on rhythm guitar / leader, Simone on vocals, Isaac on lead guitars, Arïen on drums, Coen on keys, Yves on bass... correct?
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Events
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Nov
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Epica en Venezuela
Anfiteatro del Sambil, Caracas, Venezuela
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Nov
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Epica
Teatro Metropol, Bogotá, Colombia
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Epica
Teatro Metropolitano, Medellín, Colombia
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News
European tour kick-off!
13 Oct 2009 | from blog.myspace.com/epica
At the moment we're teaming up for our European headline tour to promote our new album "Design Your Universe"! We can't wait to play our new songs allover Europe, especially after the overwhelming res. …
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