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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.
The Last Crusade
Epica Lyrics
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Poena danda nobis erit
Usque ad finem dierum ad finem temporum
Magna culpa nostra
Poena danda nobis erit
Usque ad finem dierum ad finem temporum
And you never will
You can't keep digging in
Desecrated graves
No more innocence left to kill
Don't be afraid, participate and
Just give us all your trust
Your soul will be saved
Just honour me, I'll set you free so
Get ready to join the very last crusade
Ad finem temporum
You can't get away with your crimes
And you never will
For you'll have to pay the price
And this time is near
No more innocent left to spill
Don't be afraid, participate and
Just give us all your trust
Your soul will be saved
Just honour me, I'll set you free so
Get ready to join the very last crusade
Magna culpa nostra
Poena danda nobis
Usque ad finem erit dierum
Ad finem temporum
Don't be afraid, participate and
Just give us all your trust
Your soul will be saved
Just follow me, I'll set you free so
Get ready to join the very last crusade
Don't be afraid, participate and
Just give us all your trust
Your soul will be saved
Just follow me, I'll set you free so
Get ready to join the very last crusade
Get ready to chase the final victory
Ad finem temporum
The lyrics of Epica's song The Last Crusade are deeply rooted in religious imagery and the idea of judgment for one's sins. The first two lines in Latin, "Magna culpa nostra, Poena danda nobis erit" roughly translate to "Our great guilt, punishment must be given to us." This sets the tone for the rest of the song, which is essentially a call to arms for the crusade against sin and evil.
Throughout the lyrics, we see a clear theme of redemption and salvation through obedient participation in this "last crusade." The lines "Don't be afraid, participate and just give us all your trust, your soul will be saved" reinforces this message. The song seems to be a warning to those who have committed sins and transgressed against divine law that their time is running out and they must turn towards righteousness before it's too late.
The use of the phrase "Ad finem temporum" which means "Until the end of time" adds to the apocalyptic imagery of the song. The repetition of the phrase "Magna culpa nostra" emphasizes the weight of guilt and the need for atonement. The lyrics remind us that even though we may be considered guilty of our sins, there is still a chance to be redeemed and saved through faith and repentance.
Line by Line Meaning
Magna culpa nostra
We accept and take responsibility for our great sins and wrongdoing
Poena danda nobis erit
We know that punishment must be given to us for our actions
Usque ad finem dierum ad finem temporum
Until the end of time, until the end of days, we understand that our actions will have consequences
You can't force yourself upon me
You cannot control me or make me do something against my will
And you never will
You will not succeed in manipulating me
You can't keep digging in Desecrated graves
You cannot continue to violate and disturb the sanctity of sacred burial sites
No more innocence left to kill
There are no more pure or innocent lives left to take
Don't be afraid, participate and
Do not be scared, get involved and
Just give us all your trust
Have faith and trust in us completely
Your soul will be saved
Your spiritual essence will be rescued and protected
Just honour me, I'll set you free so
Show me respect and loyalty, and I will release you from your troubles
Get ready to join the very last crusade
Prepare to take part in the final battle for justice and righteousness
You can't get away with your crimes
You cannot escape or evade the consequences of your unlawful acts
And you never will
There will be no way out or forgiveness for your wrongful deeds
For you'll have to pay the price
You will have to suffer the consequences and face punishment
And this time is near
The time for retribution and justice is close
No more innocent left to spill
No more blameless and virtuous lives left to sacrifice
Just follow me, I'll set you free so
Obey and follow my guidance, and I will liberate you from your pain
Get ready to join the very last crusade
Be prepared to engage in the ultimate battle for truth and virtue
Ad finem temporum
Until the end of time
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, CTM Publishing, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: ADRIANUS SLUIJTER, MARKUS JANSEN, YVES HUTS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Folken Netwørk
it is impressive to think that the writer Akiva Goldsman used this work by Epica as ONE OF the inspirations to write the film The DaVinci Code.
Sainte Marie!
D92708102
source?
mis white moon
Finally I found this song after 7 years again 😍😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️❤️
ShAdOw 47
its here since 2014 :|
Old Nosey
To the holy land!
Medni Muzajewa
@ShAdOw 47 no,its longer
Irmarinen
Good for you!
Mega_Bird700
Just imagine this being used in a dark fantasy show.
Sagnol
Wrong.
Just imagine this being used in a boss fight on Dark Souls
Danny James
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