Dutch symphonic metal band, Epica have unleashed the official live video for “Aspiral,” recorded at their monumental Symphonic Synergy show at AFAS Live in Amsterdam, just days before their ninth studio album, Aspiral, hits the world this Friday, April 11, via Nuclear Blast Records. The track, a haunting blend of orchestral grandeur and metallic intensity, offers a taste of the band’s renewed vigor, captured with a full orchestra and choir. Watch it now on Epica’s YouTube channel.
“Epicans, the time has come—Aspiral drops this week!” the band exclaimed in a statement. “This live video from The Symphonic Synergy is our gift to you before the full album arrives.” Featuring Simone Simons’ soaring vocals, intricate guitar work from Mark Jansen and Isaac Delahaye, and the thunderous rhythm section of Rob van der Loo and Ariën van Weesenbeek, the performance showcases Epica’s signature fusion of beauty and brutality. The Blu-ray of the entire show is included in the album’s Digipak, Earbook, and Boxset editions—pre-order details here.
Inspired by Stanisław Szukalski’s 1965 bronze sculpture, Aspiral symbolizes renewal and inspiration, themes woven into its 11 tracks. With singles like “Arcana” and “Cross the Divide” already stirring excitement, this live rendition of the title track sets the stage for what promises to be a landmark release. Don’t miss it—Friday’s almost here!