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Epica<\/strong> is a Dutch symphonic metal<\/a> band, founded by guitarist and vocalist Mark Jansen<\/a> after his departure from After Forever<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Formed as a symphonic metal band with gothic<\/a> tendencies, later Epica have incorporated into their sound strong death metal<\/a> influences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Starting from the third album, progressive metal<\/a> influences have also become evident. In addition, the band often uses thrash metal<\/a> and groove metal<\/a> riffs, black metal<\/a> passages (mostly in the drum technique), power metal<\/a> moments and references to Arabic music. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some songs also have electronic<\/a> shades, djent<\/a> transitions and folk metal<\/a> melodies derived from Middle Eastern, Chinese and Celtic traditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Epica is also known for the attention to the vocal lines that, in contrast to the heavy context, weave very catchy, easy to hold, sophisticated and emotional melodies. The use of mezzo-soprano<\/a> vocals and growled vocals, performed by Simone Simons<\/a> and Mark Jansen respectively, is fundamental to the band’s sound. They primarily write their own lyrics, which often deal with philosophical, psychological, spiritual, moral, scientific, environmental, socio-political, global and topical and personal themes. Epica is also known for their wide use of orchestra and opera choirs.<\/p>\n\n\n\r\n

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