Epica

Epica is a Dutch symphonic metal band formed in 2002 by guitarist Mark Jansen, following his departure from After Forever. The band distinguishes itself with a blend of symphonic orchestration, operatic vocals by Simone Simons, and heavy metal melodies. Major albums include The Phantom Agony and Design Your Universe, with tracks like Cry for the Moon and Unleashed achieving significant success. Collaborations with orchestral choirs and artists like Floor Jansen have earned them international recognition and several awards. Epica has become a keystone in the symphonic metal genre. The products available from the artist Epica include CDs, vinyls, Blu-ray.