1. - Epica is a symphonic m… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists using this name.
1. - Epica is a symphonic metal band, founded by guitarist and vocalist Mark Jansen, subsequent to his departure from After Forever. Formed as a symphonic metal band with gothic tendencies, later Epica have incorporated into their sound strong death metal influences. Starting from the third album, even progressive metal attitudes have become evident. In addition, the band often uses thrash metal and groove metal riffs, black metal passages (mostly in the drum technique), power metal moments and references to Arabic music. Some songs also have electronic shades, djent transitions and folk metal melodies derived from middle eastern, Chinese and Celtic traditions. 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 vocals and growled vocals, performed by Simone Simons 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.
In 2003, Epica's debut album The Phantom Agony was released through Transmission Records. Consign to Oblivion followed in 2005, and debuted at No. 12 in the Dutch charts. They moved labels to Nuclear Blast following Transmission's bankruptcy, and in 2007, released their third studio album The Divine Conspiracy, which charted at No. 9 in the Netherlands. 2009's Design Your Universe was met with yet greater success, debuting at No. 8 in the Dutch Albums Chart, and charting across Europe, also garnering much critical acclaim. Epica's fifth studio album Requiem for the Indifferent was released in 2012. Well received by critics, it achieved international success, entering the US's Billboard 200 at No. 104, and Japan's Oricon Albums Chart at No. 172.
At the beginning of May 2014 the band released their sixth album, The Quantum Enigma, which was a huge international success, debuting on No. 110 on US Billboard 200 and peaking at No. 4 in Epica's homeland Netherlands. In June 2015 Epica was awarded the Music Export Awards, which is given to the Dutch act with the most international success in the past year. Their seventh album, The Holographic Principle, was released in September 2016 to continued international success, equaling the peak chart position set by its predecessor in the Netherlands. The band released their eighth album, Omega, in February 2021. On 16 September 2022, the band announced their third EP, The Alchemy Project. It was released on 11 November 2022 via Atomic Fire.
Discography
The Phantom Agony (2003)
Consign to Oblivion (2005)
The Divine Conspiracy (2007)
Design Your Universe (2009)
Requiem for the Indifferent (2012)
The Quantum Enigma (2014)
The Holographic Principle (2016)
Omega (2021)
The Alchemy Project - EP (2022)
Current members:
Mark Jansen – rhythm guitar, unclean vocals
Coen Janssen – keyboards, synthesizer, piano
Simone Simons – lead vocals
Ariën van Weesenbeek – drums, spoken words
Isaac Delahaye – lead guitar, backing vocals
Rob van der Loo – bass
2. - Epica[ is an Italian prog rock band active in the 1990s who released the album Confini in 1995.
- Alessandro Secchi / vocals
- Alessandro Mantelli / keyboards, programming
- Alessandro Crovato / guitars
- Flavio Miotto / bass, guitars
- Gianni Ghezzo / drums
3. - Epica is a three person progressive/trance group from Russia.
Higher High
Epica Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
They draw their wings up in the sky
Something i cannot read now
For my vision is blurred
We all are ruled by our fears below
Higher high
We are stuck and can't get out again
And there's more than meets the eye
Fortune, fairytales
We've all been told
Our pattern, never built, never begin
I can tell you there can't always be
A happy end to every tale
We all are ruled by our fears below
Higher high
We are stuck and can't get out again
There's more than we deny
And there's more than meets the eye
We all are breathing the same air
That we share
We all just have to live
We all are equal
No matter black or white
We all are ruled by our fears below
Higher high
We are stuck and can't get out again
There's more than we deny
And there's more than meets the eye
The lyrics to Epica's song Higher High speak of the concept of perspective and how it affects our view of the world around us. The opening lines describe fireflies flying higher and drawing their wings up in the sky, symbolizing how changing your perspective can open up new possibilities and opportunities. However, the singer of the song cannot fully comprehend what she sees, as her vision is blurred from her fears and doubts.
The song goes on to explore how our fears and beliefs can hold us back and keep us from realizing our true potential. The chorus repeats the phrase "higher high" to emphasize the idea that there is always more to discover and achieve, but we must first overcome the limitations we place on ourselves. Despite the challenges we face, the song ultimately promotes unity and equality, highlighting the fact that we are all part of the same greater whole and must learn to coexist peacefully.
Overall, Higher High is a thought-provoking and inspiring song that encourages listeners to challenge their perspective and strive for greater things.
Line by Line Meaning
Fireflies are flying higher
The fireflies are soaring upwards, reaching towards greater heights
They draw their wings up in the sky
The fireflies are extending their wings towards the heavens
Something i cannot read now
There is something currently unknown or unclear to the singer
For my vision is blurred
The artist's sight is compromised or impaired
We all are ruled by our fears below
Our fears hold power over us and can dictate our actions and decisions
Higher high
We strive for greater heights and ideals
We are stuck and can't get out again
We feel trapped or restricted in our current situation
There's more than we deny
There is more to our reality and experiences than we are willing to acknowledge
And there's more than meets the eye
Things are not always as they seem and there may be hidden truths or meanings
Fortune, fairytales
We are often told stories of good fortune and happy endings
We've all been told
These stories and beliefs are commonly taught or shared among people
Our pattern, never built, never begin
Our lives and paths are not predetermined or fixed, we have the power to create our own destiny
I can tell you there can't always be
The singer acknowledges that not every situation or story will have a favorable outcome
A happy end to every tale
Not all stories or experiences will result in happiness or success
We all are breathing the same air
We all coexist and rely on the same resources and environment
That we share
We all have a communal responsibility to take care of our planet and each other
We all just have to live
We must accept and make the most out of our circumstances and experiences
We all are equal
Despite our differences, we are all deserving of equal treatment and opportunity
No matter black or white
Race should not be a factor in how one is treated and perceived
Contributed by Asher E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Mal Bredova
Světlušky letí výš
Vykreslují svá křídla vysoko na nebi
Něco, co nyní nemohu přečíst
Protože můj výhled je rozmazaný
Našimi obavami jsme vyloučeni níž
Výš a výš
Jsem přilepení a nemůžeme se znova dostat ven
Je toho víc, než co můžeme popřít
A je toho víc, než oko spatří
Štěstí, pohádky, vše nám bylo řečeno
Naše pouť nemůže nikdy skončit, nikdy začít
Říkám ti, že to tak stále nemůže být
Šťastný konec pro každý příběh
Našimi obavami jsme vyloučeni níž...
Všichni dýcháme stejný vzduch
Který sdílíme
Všichni musíme žít
Všichni jsme si rovni
Nezáleží na tom, jestli černí nebo bílí
Našimi obavami jsme vyloučeni níž
Bulut Simsek
I don't understand why this song is not in Spotify. GREAT song.
Smiling Fairy
Yes! Would love to see this on spotify! x3
Rickypedia ®️
This song isn't in spotify 'cause is a soundtrack present only in limited edition of "The Divine Conspiracy" .
Btw, hello, I'm Richard and I'm a new Epican 😀
Olli Nieminen
@Rickypedia ®️ All right 👍. Hello and welcome to the family Richard 😊👋
Lucas Iglesias
2019... this music still give me chills
Hayden Nathaniel
i guess I am kinda randomly asking but does anyone know a good site to stream newly released series online?
Louis Duncan
@Hayden Nathaniel I use FlixZone. Just google for it =)
Malik Cannon
@Louis Duncan definitely, have been using Flixzone for months myself :D
Hayden Nathaniel
@Louis Duncan thanks, signed up and it seems like they got a lot of movies there =) I really appreciate it!
Louis Duncan
@Hayden Nathaniel Glad I could help xD