Author Topic: Epica appreciation thread (Read 62869 times)

faemir · « **on:** May 09, 2009, 07:21:34 AM »

Noticed the new forums didn't have an appreciation thread for Epica, so I guess I should start one, especially as my Classical Conspiracy double cd arrived (which is drop-dead amazing). I mean come on, look at the track listing:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Classical_Conspiracy

My favourite being the Imperial March (Star Wars)

Also, in before the male vocals suck

Which album is your favourite and why? Mine's probably their third (and latest), but I think all three are spectacular.

GuineaPig · « **Reply #1 on:** May 09, 2009, 07:47:03 AM »

I wish their albums were as good as the one that inspired their name.

faemir · « **Reply #2 on:** May 09, 2009, 08:19:23 AM »

Also, whoever said they weren't good live... well the classical conspiracy says otherwise

Quote from: GuineaPig on May 09, 2009, 07:47:03 AM

I wish their albums were as good as the one that inspired their name.

Eh, I prefer The Black halo and Karma, not so sure about Ghost Opera though.

gazinwales · « **Reply #3 on:** May 10, 2009, 03:17:15 PM »

They certainly are very good live, saw them a couple of years ago at a festival in Finland.

Wrath42147 · « **Reply #4 on:** May 10, 2009, 06:08:56 PM »

i have the devine conspiracy. i like it havent listend to it much

simone is hot

Adami · « **Reply #5 on:** May 10, 2009, 06:12:16 PM »

Quote from: Wrath42147 on May 10, 2009, 06:08:56 PM

i have the devine conspiracy. i like it havent listend to it much

simone is hot

This post is beyond brilliant.

OsMosis2259 · « **Reply #6 on:** May 10, 2009, 07:52:49 PM »

I saw them open for Symphony X but i think the singer was different... because it was some blonde woman and she wasn't really hot... I think it was a different singer but they were pretty epic

Adami · « **Reply #7 on:** May 10, 2009, 08:41:49 PM »

Quote from: OsMosis2259 on May 10, 2009, 07:52:49 PM

I saw them open for Symphony X but i think the singer was different... because it was some blonde woman and she wasn't really hot... I think it was a different singer but they were pretty epic

That was Amanda Sommersville (sp?). She is on all of their cd's as a back up singer and helps arrange the vocals on their cd's. She is also a vocal coach and such. Simone was ill for a while so Amanda filled in for a while.

bosk1 · « **Reply #8 on:** July 24, 2009, 12:25:25 PM »

I posted about The Divine Conspiracy before the board crash, and figured I'd chime in again on it. The subject matter still pisses me off. But, musically, this has to be one of the strongest albums ever written by anyone. I can't stop listening to it. Simone's vocals are incredibly strong, and the music behind her is the perfect blend of heavy, epic, complex, and beautiful. Even the troll's screamy vocals somehow don't drag it down.

Bombardana · « **Reply #9 on:** July 24, 2009, 01:16:37 PM »

I don't much like the lyrics, but what can you expect from a european power metal band writing in a different language

Neccy60 · « **Reply #10 on:** July 24, 2009, 03:02:21 PM »

So overrated, especially because of that redheaded chick that's fapped to way too much.

faemir · « **Reply #11 on:** July 28, 2009, 11:48:18 AM »

Quote from: bosk1 on July 24, 2009, 12:25:25 PM

I posted about The Divine Conspiracy before the board crash, and figured I'd chime in again on it. The subject matter still pisses me off. But, musically, this has to be one of the strongest albums ever written by anyone. I can't stop listening to it. Simone's vocals are incredibly strong, and the music behind her is the perfect blend of heavy, epic, complex, and beautiful. Even the troll's screamy vocals somehow don't drag it down.

Time to try a different albums perhaps? The others are still great

bosk1 · « **Reply #12 on:** July 28, 2009, 11:57:26 AM »

Oh, definitely. I just haven't gotten around to it yet.

Zook · « **Reply #13 on:** July 28, 2009, 04:20:31 PM »

I appreciate The Divine Conspiracy's album cover.

I liked the band for a little bit, but if they'd get rid of that troll, I'd like them more. I just don't like growls mixed with female fronted metal.

faemir · « **Reply #14 on:** August 01, 2009, 05:56:37 PM »

Quote from: Zook on July 28, 2009, 04:20:31 PM

I appreciate The Divine Conspiracy's album cover.

I liked the band for a little bit, but if they'd get rid of that troll, I'd like them more. I just don't like growls mixed with female fronted metal.

Shame, I love it

Jamesman42 · « **Reply #15 on:** August 01, 2009, 08:00:12 PM »

Quote from: bosk1 on July 24, 2009, 12:25:25 PM

I posted about The Divine Conspiracy before the board crash, and figured I'd chime in again on it. The subject matter still pisses me off. But, musically, this has to be one of the strongest albums ever written by anyone. I can't stop listening to it. Simone's vocals are incredibly strong, and the music behind her is the perfect blend of heavy, epic, complex, and beautiful. Even the troll's screamy vocals somehow don't drag it down.

Was it along the same lines of Dominici's O3 album?

Summers · « **Reply #16 on:** October 05, 2009, 12:22:25 PM »

*digs up thread*

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eNGzltK_tlc - new video

Really liking the song after a few listens. The video is slightly cheeseball but that song is pretty great IMO. Looking forward to the new album in a couple of weeks

Volk9 · « **Reply #17 on:** October 05, 2009, 12:44:15 PM »

Thanks for reminding me about the new album

Anyways, the song was pretty good for a single imo

Phantasmatron · « **Reply #18 on:** October 05, 2009, 12:47:52 PM »

I haven't heard their new album yet, but I'm pretty sure it fails simply for not having Simone on the cover.

Neccy60 · « **Reply #19 on:** October 05, 2009, 01:13:03 PM »

Boooooooooooooooooooo.

Phantasmatron · « **Reply #20 on:** October 06, 2009, 01:15:13 AM »

Quote from: Neccy60 on October 05, 2009, 01:13:03 PM

Boooooooooooooooooooobs.

If only...

Volk9 · « **Reply #21 on:** October 28, 2009, 10:30:44 AM »

Anyone get their newest album yet? (It was released on the 16th)

I went to go pick it up at Best Buy today(along with BTBAM's new album), but they didnt have it

bosk1 · « **Reply #22 on:** October 28, 2009, 10:44:57 AM »

I went to pick it up as well. The release date (at least in the U.S.) is pushed back. It's either November 3 or November 10. But I did find The Classical Conspiracy while I was there.

ariich · « **Reply #23 on:** October 28, 2009, 11:49:20 AM »

Hah! That makes up for us getting the new Transatlantic late!

I've listened to some of it on Spotify, it's not bad, but I don't think I'm a huge fan of Epica's music, something just doesn't quite sit right with me. And their growly vocals are just laughable.

bosk1 · « **Reply #24 on:** October 28, 2009, 12:02:44 PM »

Quote from: ariich on October 28, 2009, 11:49:20 AM

Hah! That makes up for us getting the new Transatlantic late!

No, I don't think it does. Transatlantic >>>>>>> (would to more but that would just be obnoxious) > Epica

So there.

And did I mention I just got done listening to both CD's from the new TA just a little while ago? When I'm done with Redemption, I think I'll do it again. And maybe a third time later today.

ariich · « **Reply #25 on:** October 28, 2009, 12:37:58 PM »

SHUT UP!

Nah I only have to wait until Monday (hopefully)

With the new Epica though, if you like Divine Conspiracy then I'd be surprised if you don't like the new one.

tbw2445 · « **Reply #26 on:** November 02, 2009, 07:08:24 AM »

Design Your Universe is absolutely amazing!! Love all the heavy riffs and the guitar solos! Their whole symphonic part is a full on this album.

faemir · « **Reply #27 on:** November 02, 2009, 10:13:01 AM »

I can't decide whether I'm impressed with the new album or not. I think I was just hoping for more of a progression of sound rather than the after forever approach "yeah we have a good sound so lets just do it over and over again"

tbw2445 · « **Reply #28 on:** November 02, 2009, 10:17:24 AM »

Quote from: faemir on November 02, 2009, 10:13:01 AM

I can't decide whether I'm impressed with the new album or not. I think I was just hoping for more of a progression of sound rather than the after forever approach "yeah we have a good sound so lets just do it over and over again"

Well they did add some amazing guitar solos imo. I know what you're saying though about the sound. They tend to use it all the time, but it's always good, at least for me.

Volk9 · « **Reply #29 on:** November 02, 2009, 10:29:24 AM »

Quote from: faemir on November 02, 2009, 10:13:01 AM

I can't decide whether I'm impressed with the new album or not. I think I was just hoping for more of a progression of sound rather than the after forever approach "yeah we have a good sound so lets just do it over and over again"

Well, to be honest, I really dont like the new album too much right now, although it does need more listening. The only song I keep coming back to is Unleashed. I mean, all of the songs have really nice parts in them, but they sound very...samey to me. Its just not catching my attention as much as the Divine Conspiracy did.

Orbert · « **Reply #30 on:** November 02, 2009, 10:42:00 AM »

After hearing a lot about this band, I decided to check out The Classical Conspiracy. Overall, I like it a lot. I like the mix of classical and epic rock, and it's done pretty well. I guess I just don't "get" growly vocals. It just sounds really stupid to me whenever he sings like that. Otherwise, it's all pretty good stuff.

It's the only album by them that I've heard, but I like it and may check out some more when I get a chance.

ariich · « **Reply #31 on:** November 02, 2009, 12:38:28 PM »

Quote from: Orbert on November 02, 2009, 10:42:00 AM

After hearing a lot about this band, I decided to check out The Classical Conspiracy. Overall, I like it a lot. I like the mix of classical and epic rock, and it's done pretty well. I guess I just don't "get" growly vocals. It just sounds really stupid to me whenever he sings like that. Otherwise, it's all pretty good stuff.

That is NOT a good example of growly vocals. I have nothing against growls, but the Epica dude's vocals sound like a retarded troll.

Orbert · « **Reply #32 on:** November 02, 2009, 04:42:17 PM »

Yeah, pretty much. I was quite underwhelmed.

faemir · « **Reply #33 on:** January 14, 2010, 10:10:00 AM »

Epic thread resurrection.

So I pretty much love the new album now, perhaps even more so than the divine conspiracy.

Kingdom of Heaven ~ A New Age Dawns - part V has to be Epica's best song evar.

Any other takers?

Volk9 · « **Reply #34 on:** January 14, 2010, 11:10:51 AM »

Quote from: faemir on January 14, 2010, 10:10:00 AM

Epic thread resurrection.

So I pretty much love the new album now, perhaps even more so than the divine conspiracy.

Kingdom of Heaven ~ A New Age Dawns - part V has to be Epica's best song evar.

Any other takers?

Its definately a really solid album. I really love Diving Conspiracy though. I would rank this just a tiny bit lower

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