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Nov 17, 2021 · From Delain and Devin Townsend to Celtic Frost, Nightwish and Cradle Of Filth, these are the 25 best symphonic metal releases that saw metal embrace its grandiose side
- Jonathan Selzer
- Nightwish. 1,373 votes. Nightwish, a Finnish symphonic metal band, has consistently pushed the boundaries of the genre since their formation in 1996. Integrating classical elements, intricate orchestrations, and soaring melodies, they create epic soundscapes that are both powerful and enchanting.
- Epica. 962 votes. Epica, hailing from the Netherlands, has been a formidable force in the symphonic metal scene since their inception in 2002. Combining dynamic, complex arrangements with hauntingly beautiful female vocals, and aggressive growls, Epica presents an engaging duality that defines their sound.
- Within Temptation. 971 votes. Within Temptation has made their mark as one of symphonic metal's most successful and influential bands. Formed in 1996, the Dutch group masterfully fuses rich orchestration, gothic undertones, and a powerful rock sensibility to create a truly immersive sound.
- Kamelot. 528 votes. Kamelot, an American-based symphonic metal band, has been captivating fans since the early 1990s with their blend of progressive, power, and symphonic metal elements.
- Ihsahn - IHSAHN. February 16, 2024. Progressive Metal, Symphonic Metal. Critic Score 85 9 reviews. Amazon. Music. Spotify.
- Lorna Shore - Pain Remains. October 14, 2022. Deathcore, Symphonic Metal. Critic Score 83 9 reviews. Amazon. Music. Spotify.
- Nightwish - Endless Forms Most Beautiful. March 25, 2015. Symphonic Metal. Critic Score 81 5 reviews. Amazon. Music.
- Delain - Apocalypse & Chill. February 7, 2020. Symphonic Metal. Critic Score 80 5 reviews. Amazon. Music. Spotify.
The top 50 highest rated symphonic metal albums of all time. A list by Tymell. Categories: Best Of, All Time, Genre [List339896] | +8
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- Blind Guardian – Nightfall In Middle-Earth (1998) Though some may claim they have more in common with power metal, Blind Guardian also deserve a place on any roll call of symphonic metal’s finest, thanks largely to the way they compose and arrange their songs.
- Rhapsody – Symphony Of Enchanted Lands (1998) Few albums have attained a finer, cleaner blend of orchestral sounds and heavy metal than Symphony Of Enchanted Lands.
- Haggard – Awaking The Centuries (2000) The name of Haggard may be unfamiliar to casual fans of symphonic metal but the Germans have existed since the 1990s, albeit in more death metal-style earlier incarnations.
- Symphony X – V: The New Mythology Suite (2000) New Jersey’s Symphony X have been blending symphonic, neo-classical and power metal with progressive elements for more than two decades to create some of the most striking and colourful music around.
May 24, 2023 · Therion remain the original and – the purists would have you believe – the best of all the symphonic metal acts. Named in honour of Celtic Frost’s second album To Mega Therion, the Swedes have been led by multi-instrumentalist Christofer Johnsson since 1987. While others have prospered by ‘sexing-up’ the genre’s principles, the ...
Nov 1, 2019 · Top Symphonic Metal albums of all time. Separate: live, archival, soundtracks and scores. Prev. 1 2 ... 66 Next. Updated: 7 May. Average Ratings Reviews. Veil of Imagination. Wilderun. 3.69 1,771 31.
