WITHIN TEMPTATION
IN THE STUDIO
The Dutch symphonic legends set their sights on bright new stylistic horizons
WORDS: RICH HOBSON
MORE THAN 25 years since they helped define symphonic metal, Within Temptation are still pushing boundaries creatively. 2019’s Resist incorporated more electronic elements into their sound, but a series of stand-alone singles has suggested the band are pushing the boat out even more with its follow-up. We caught up with vocalist Sharon den Adel and guitarist/vocalist Robert Westerholt to find out what lies in store…
You’ve called this album the ‘start of a new era’. What does that mean?