Jimmy Kay from The Metal Voice recently spoke to Epica singer, Simone Simons, about the band’s upcoming Aspiral album. Watch the video below.
Asked about touring highlights over the years, Simone reveals, “We played with Metallica. That was one of our highlights. Was it last year, or the year before that, no it was 2023 we played with Metallica, three shows. It was amazing. I mean it was a matter of seconds where we had to immediately jump in and confirm that we could do the gigs, and we couldn’t believe it ourselves, but we’re very grateful for it. It was lovely to play on that round stage, very different from what we’re normally used to, but I decided to not think of the magnitude of that show, but just have a good time you know, run around on the stage. Luckily, I was going to the gym a lot so my stamina was pretty good, so I could run, jump and sing and entertain the crowd.”
Asked if they met the band after the show, Simone adds, “Yes, we met the the whole band, and they were very lovely. And they were also very hospitable, they they had welcome gifts in the backstage, there was a cake and there were cards and yeah, really nice and we got a warm welcome from the guys.”
Epica have released a new version of their recent single, “T.I.M.E.”, in a collaboration with metal choir, Hellscore. A video for the song can be viewed below.
Says Epica, “Hellscore choir worked their magic on our latest single, and we love how it turned out!”
The original version of “T.I.M.E.” is featured on Epica’s upcoming album, Aspiral, which will see the light of day on April 11.
The album title, Aspiral, is derived from the eponymous bronze sculpture made by Polish sculptor and painter Stanisław Szukalski back in 1965 and stands for renewal and inspiration – key words that define Epica in 2025. In Szukalski’s work, every detail is a piece of art on its own and there’s always more to the story than you initially think. The band saw this as the perfect analogy for the creation of this ninth album: Each song stands on its own with a distinctive vibe and meaning, while together they enforce each other into a monumental effort.
The album, featuring stunning cover artwork by Hedi Xandt (Rammstein, Ghost, Parkway Drive), is now available for pre-order in the below mentioned formats. The special editions even include the BluRay and audio recordings of the full monumental “Symphonic Synergy” performance in Amsterdam that the band recorded in 2024, with an orchestra and choir.
Recorded once again at Sandlane Studios and expertly mixed and produced by Joost van den Broek, Aspiral boasts 11 new tracks.
Aspiral will be available in these formats:
– Collector’s Box Set, including the 5-disc Earbook, exclusive picture disc 2LP vinyl and Epica coin
– 5-disc Earbook, including the Aspiral CD + Instrumental CD, Live at The Symphonic Synergy Blu-ray + 2CD
– 2-disc Digipak, Including the Aspiral CD and Live at The Symphonic Synergy Blu-ray
– Jewelcase CD
– 2LP Gatefold vinyl in various exclusive colors
Pre-order here.
Tracklisting:
“Cross The Divide”
“Arcana”
“Darkness Dies In Light – A New Age Dawns Part VII”
“Obsidian Heart”
“Fight To Survive – The Overview Effect”
“Metanoia – A New Age Dawns Part VIII”
“T.I.M.E.”
“Apparition”
“Eye Of The Storm”
“The Grand Saga Of Existence – A New Age Dawns Part IX”
“Aspiral”
“T.I.M.E.” lyric video:
“T.I.M.E.” video:
“Cross The Divide” video:
“Arcana” lyric video:
In support of their new album, Epica announced multiple tours worldwide. The cycle will kick off in Paris on April 12 at a sold-out Epica experience before the band heads to North America for three showcase appearances and continuing with a Mexican tour.
Dates, tickets, VIP upgrades, and tour info are available here.
(Photo – Tim Tronckoe)
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Asked about touring highlights over the years, Simone reveals, “We played with Metallica. That was one of our highlights. Was it last year, or the year before that, no it was 2023 we played with Metallica, three shows. It was amazing. I mean it was a matter of seconds where we had to immediately jump in and confirm that we could do the gigs, and we couldn’t believe it ourselves, but we’re very grateful for it. It was lovely to play on that round stage, very different from what we’re normally used to, but I decided to not think of the magnitude of that show, but just have a good time you know, run around on the stage. Luckily, I was going to the gym a lot so my stamina was pretty good, so I could run, jump and sing and entertain the crowd.”
Asked if they met the band after the show, Simone adds, “Yes, we met the the whole band, and they were very lovely. And they were also very hospitable, they they had welcome gifts in the backstage, there was a cake and there were cards and yeah, really nice and we got a warm welcome from the guys.”
Epica have released a new version of their recent single, “T.I.M.E.”, in a collaboration with metal choir, Hellscore. A video for the song can be viewed below.
Says Epica, “Hellscore choir worked their magic on our latest single, and we love how it turned out!”
The original version of “T.I.M.E.” is featured on Epica’s upcoming album, Aspiral, which will see the light of day on April 11.
The album title, Aspiral, is derived from the eponymous bronze sculpture made by Polish sculptor and painter Stanisław Szukalski back in 1965 and stands for renewal and inspiration – key words that define Epica in 2025. In Szukalski’s work, every detail is a piece of art on its own and there’s always more to the story than you initially think. The band saw this as the perfect analogy for the creation of this ninth album: Each song stands on its own with a distinctive vibe and meaning, while together they enforce each other into a monumental effort.
The album, featuring stunning cover artwork by Hedi Xandt (Rammstein, Ghost, Parkway Drive), is now available for pre-order in the below mentioned formats. The special editions even include the BluRay and audio recordings of the full monumental “Symphonic Synergy” performance in Amsterdam that the band recorded in 2024, with an orchestra and choir.
Recorded once again at Sandlane Studios and expertly mixed and produced by Joost van den Broek, Aspiral boasts 11 new tracks.
Aspiral will be available in these formats:
– Collector’s Box Set, including the 5-disc Earbook, exclusive picture disc 2LP vinyl and Epica coin
– 5-disc Earbook, including the Aspiral CD + Instrumental CD, Live at The Symphonic Synergy Blu-ray + 2CD
– 2-disc Digipak, Including the Aspiral CD and Live at The Symphonic Synergy Blu-ray
– Jewelcase CD
– 2LP Gatefold vinyl in various exclusive colors
Pre-order here.
Tracklisting:
“Cross The Divide”
“Arcana”
“Darkness Dies In Light – A New Age Dawns Part VII”
“Obsidian Heart”
“Fight To Survive – The Overview Effect”
“Metanoia – A New Age Dawns Part VIII”
“T.I.M.E.”
“Apparition”
“Eye Of The Storm”
“The Grand Saga Of Existence – A New Age Dawns Part IX”
“Aspiral”
“T.I.M.E.” lyric video:
“T.I.M.E.” video:
“Cross The Divide” video:
“Arcana” lyric video:
In support of their new album, Epica announced multiple tours worldwide. The cycle will kick off in Paris on April 12 at a sold-out Epica experience before the band heads to North America for three showcase appearances and continuing with a Mexican tour.
Dates, tickets, VIP upgrades, and tour info are available here.
(Photo – Tim Tronckoe)
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