The Heart of
Everything
reviewed by Trish
Wooldridge
9.16.07
Dutch band Within Temptation
released their third full length album, The
Heart of Everything, which explores the versatility of the band. Lead singer, Sharon Den Adel, adjusts her
normally more pop-like voice to operatics like “Our
Solemn Hour” and “The Howling” and a crunchier, metal sound in “The Heart of
Everything.” Crafted lyrics transport
listeners to richly painted mixes of fantasy and reality. While this album still includes a strong dimension
of orchestra, classical instruments and choir, the band’s drums, guitars and
keyboards are more central to the music.
Check out Trish Wooldridge’s
interview with Sharon Den Adel of Within Temptation in Withersin Death 1.3