EPICA - The Holographic Documentary (Episode I)

First part of EPICA's studio documentary for the album, THE HOLOGRAPHIC PRINCIPLE, out worldwide via ‪@NuclearBlastRecords‬.
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[@Xbitrate]

Such a highly talented group of people, and yet so nice and humble ☺

[@walkingtheriver]

I had the pleasure of meeting them all about a month ago at one of their shows, and so I can confirm this! They are super nice people, and I felt it was obvious how much they appreciate their fans. Can't wait for this album :D

[@Xbitrate]

Same. I met them back in 2012. They have such good disposition and humor with their fans. My favorite band by far. I think this will be their master piece.

[@walkingtheriver]

They already made their masterpiece in 2009 ;)

[@niksthekicks]

The first time I met Mark was outside House of Blues in LA, 2007 I think. I had asked him for a photo while waiting for my ride and he stayed and talked with me until my friend got there, even though the "party" was several feet away. The rest of the band have been equally as kind, makes me respect them that much more!

[@richsellers8144]

I simply don't have enough adequate words to express just how fucking much I love this band. Just so many layers to their music...so deliciously complex, and so brutal at times; and yet, melodic, and wondrously delicate - in juxtaposition to the contrasting musical heaviness. Their music basically pushes all of my primordial musical buttons. And of course Simones' not hard on the eyes... her physical beauty is equally matched by the beauty of her wondrous voice. Was so ecstatic to see them live for the first time this past Feb. 2nd here in Atlanta, Ga. Epica has been this 52 year old lifelong metalheads' favorite band for the last ten years. Can't fucking wait to hear this CD in it's entirety...and then see them live again here in December. Twice in one calendar year !!!!

[@TheTheAndreiasantos]

Rich Sellers So good to read that comment, it's what I feel too, and much more. They're simply amazing and one of my biggest sources of inspiration... When I listen to their music I simply travel through dimensions, they truly touch my heart. Though I love A LOT of bands and artists, none compares to them.

[@Experimetal]

Who else is waiting for Simone to show up, checking the remaining time of the Episode? Raise your hands :D

[@gg9895]

Epica sounds heavier than ever! I love how every member is so passionate and professional. It's amazing to see the band grow bigger and better with each album, makes me proud to be an Epica fan! No doubt that THP will be majestic, it already sounds amazing. Impatiently waiting for the album and the live shows in Turkey, love you guys!

[@ivan26XDead]

I thought The Quantum Enigma was THE BEST album ever, so if they say that the new one has more quality... then FUCKING YEAH!!!!

[@TheTheAndreiasantos]

i26 STUDIOS The Quantum Enigma was my favorite album too, and then came this album and as I kept listening to it I fell more and more in love, so it replaced TQE. Such a masterpiece

[@thorngarden]

Epica is what made me get into metal, and are are a giant inspiration to me. Seriously my favorite metal band of all time. Please don't stop making music! You're awesome!

[@christinag2919]

"Epica used to be symphony backed by a Metal band, now it's more of a Metal band backed by an Orchestra" That's the reason I've gotten bored of all the Symphonic metal bands I liked when I was a teenager and why I still love Epica, they keep getting better!

[@FutileGrief]

Holy shit holy shit holy shit holy shitttt. This is what I've always wanted Epica to do, go heavier! I've always loved them since 2003, but damn, when they do heavy and dark that's where they're best at! Can't wait for this album!

[@rafael2212]

yeas!

[@ZetsubouNoNnoitra]

just a suggestion try MaYaN if you want a heavier Epica, they share most of the band members! Hope you like them

[@FutileGrief]

I've even seen them live :p But thanks

[@ZetsubouNoNnoitra]

ThatOnePerson Lucky you, I wish I can attend a live concert for either Epica or Mayan! I'll need to save up some money to get to Turkey when they go there!

[@FutileGrief]

Zetsubou no Nnoitra They will surely go on tour there soon, I hope you can catch them!

This has been my favourite band for almost 10 years now & as someone who wants to be a future astrophysicist this is very exciting. I never expected this when Design Your Universe came out, that was the beginning.

[@susshexe7987]

I truly love about Epica the fact that they always bring a different style in every single album. So far my favorite one has been Requiem for the Indifferent, maybe this one will be even better.

[@estebanjoy1]

My favorite was that one too. I hope this is the best.

[@fountainPoison]

So excited for this album. Then again, I'm excited for every new Epica album. Glad they're doing this documentary series to help tide us over until the release.

[@leonardocervio216]

I can't described how much I'm excited about this album,the whole band seemed very proud of its work and the documentary makes keenly awaiting! September,please come early!!!

[@Im_Just_A_Dreamer]

8:42 Fuck yeah now THAT'S what I'm talkin' bout! A proper solo!

[@MoSweiti666]

sounds good

[@nimedhel09]

I can't. This is way too exciting for me, lol. I loved TQE and found it to be the best album I ever heard. Listened to it non-stop for months and I still listen to it because of the overall awesomeness of the whole thing... I really can't wait for The Holographic Principle. It sounds just perfect by the little tidbits we could hear here and there. And also, this documentary once again shows why Epica is my favourite band. All of the members are talented, all of them work hard and bring something to the music creatively and all of them are down to earth, genuine people. I always get a good vibe from all of them, and the art they're creating with the music and the lyrics and the arrangements is pure gold. Great job guys!

[@danielflorio4739]

Not only Epica's greatest album but the best metal album I've listened to in the past 4-5 years.

[@citysbandaid]

Epica thanks for the inspiration! I can't wait for the new album to be released! Btw Rob, You're great

[@KreshDraven6]

This looks so amazing ! You guys are fantastic, so talented, you deserve all the love and recognition of the world. The Quantum Enigma is my favorite Epica album, an I hope another magestic work. I can't wait !

[@MrJNazzjh]

4 dislikes? What the fuck's wrong with you guys????

[@evasl]

Yes,yes,yes, Epica! I just know this album will kick ass! This band is very professional, very talented and they are humble what makes them give everything they have for what they love...music! More metal...More classical music ... all in one... for the bliss of my ears!

[@ClanDragonas]

So much great talent in one band! Totally professional and humble with an incredible work ethic.

[@WhiteCrownlessQueen]

OMG they got some white hair Time runs too fast :(

[@seboepican4344]

ye man

[@danibaltr9742]

I can't wait for hear this album \m/, sounds really powerful

[@elpeluca7780]

It sounds soooo good, can't wait for the whole album! That blast beats.

[@johanchirccar.1435]

8:42...... Isaac, fucking pro!

[@DannCV]

yeahh!!!! I think the same!!

[@emreyldz7686]

I can't wait, i'm so excited. We want see you again and again. We want The Turkish Principle Tour, love you so much.

[@rafael2212]

THE FIRST TWO SECONDS ALREADY BLOWING ME AWAY!

[@Stroodle01588]

15 mins?! Let me get some popcorn first

[@SSBMsounds]

All the symphonic metal bands are fighting for Joost to come and help produce their albums. Makes me miss After Forever so much.

[@ferdinand1687]

Recently I was thinking about it while I was listening to the "After Forever" After forever album. I think that he real made a great job as a band member and with the whole orchestra! He has evolved a lot since then and now I like every record he participates in. Revamp albums were awesome, more the second one than the first one. A war of our own from Stream of PAssion was very good and these album from Epica are the best of their entire career, I think. Joost is the best

[@umosay]

Was desperately needed after Sascha Paeth was keeping them stagnant... RFTI was so flat.

[@juninhocarvalho1281]

Estou muito ansioso por este album, sou muito fã dessa banda, que pra mim já superou a muito tempo o Nightwish. A voz da Simone é maravilhosa, e a banda faz composições que me fazem vibrar a cada acorde executado. Obrigado por existir Épica...amo vocês!!!

[@natajordison9041]

this is going to be amazing!!!! I love you Ariën!!!

[@seventoekevin919]

Sounds pretty awesome. I think I heard a bit of groove in there kind of reminiscent of MaYaN's "Devil in Disguise." Groove metal mixed with Epica would be quite exciting.

[@Samuelmaidensl7]

can't wait for the album, that solo from Isaac left me stunned!

[@ramytfaily]

They should make after this another classical album. It would be the best path for a band such as Epica to go through.

[@spupydo]

Fuck Yeahhhh everytihing sounds amazing and heavier than ever but HOLY FUCK that solo.

[@gabbrielviera]

I have no words about how excited I am. CAN'T WAIT FOR HAVE THIS ALBUM IN MY HANDS!!!!!!!! :D Greets from Argentina

[@rafael2212]

4:05 I want that song on my desk by noon! thanks!

[@FashionsStreets]

omfg! I can't wait for this album. I love EPICA with all my heart!

[@socumit4706]

Sounds Really AWESOME!! I Cannot Wait!

[@MetalMaven]

Very cool!! I can't wait for the album!

[@tsimons840]

THIS IS AMAZING! I JUST CAN'T WAIT. SO FUCKING LOVE THEM❤

[@MasterOZero]

First 25seconds blew me away.

[@LuuMoreno]

Awesome! Honestly I can't wait. I'll see you this Saturday in Mexico City

[@sacrament48]

sounds like a structure metal band , I mean this is other high-level of symphonic metal , I am very grateful for the evolution of this, what is very important it is to have a real orchestra, you have hight level metal structures then use the best of the best, and the fucking concept of universe and the holographic principle is very interesting, I mean intelligent metal

[@rodolforsilva]

omg I'm so excited about this album! can't fcking wait for its release. Love you guys ! Brazil ♡ Epica.

[@MrJc9600]

Isaac is such an underrated guitarist. He can fucking slay when he wants to!

[@slowmercy69]

can't wait for sept. 30th! ... The documentary was worth to watch... such nice people they are :D BUY THEIR ALBUM, just as I'm going to :D

[@rociopurplefan2479]

The Instrumental are already awesome, I can't wait to hear the vocals !

[@CanaldaMonaRock]

OMFG! It is sounding killer! thank you Epica!

[@sergiobenitez4266]

can't fucking wait now! this going to be insane.

[@77noctis]

every time they record à masterpiece and this one will be one too.

[@marcelo.bassalo]

I love the instrumentals.

[@davidtelesca94]

I cant way to hear this album!! Love Epica! The sound of the songs ( at least what little was heard), is amazing!

[@juninhocarvalho1281]

I'm really looking forward to this album, I am a fan of this band, which to me has surpassed a long time Nightwish. The voice of Simone is wonderful, and the band makes compositions that make me vibrate every chord run. Thank you for existing Epic ... I Love you !!!

[@CritiquingCricket]

It literally makes me nervous when they say that the quality of the music has improved. I don't know if I'm ready for such intensity. Epica has snatched my weave so many times there isn't much of a weave left to snatch.

[@seboepican4344]

How long I waited for this!

[@jnielsen90]

Alex is one of the best metal lead-guitarists in the world today in my opinion

[@seboepican4344]

+DevourSlumber first time I agree with you

[@seboepican4344]

Epica> Nightwish> Kamelot , thats my order.And no i dont wanna argue with any of you, I dont know why people always havw to be offended by other opinions. It is never something personal^^

[@seboepican4344]

See? Offended all the time

[@seboepican4344]

"Who"

[@seboepican4344]

But I have to disagree with you Gothic Chronicles , Epica wouldnt be the same without simone, if you want floor listen to after forever and get outta here :D

[@gaelreloaded]

we heard lots different song in this video and what I can say is.... I can wait to hear the album on September 30th;))

[@CHIVITAWIN]

I never thought it would be a better album that Design Your Universe; they prove me wrong with The Quantum Enigma. And I truly hope that they can prove me wrong once more with THP. Can't wait to see you in Mexico really soon. 🤘🏻

[@NeverEndingStory536]

this is so beautiful 💖

[@ezequielbenitez7482]

Ya con ansias para que salga el nuevo álbum!!!!!! saludos desde El Salvador

[@LadyLazarus1027]

OMG I CANT BREATHE

[@rafael2212]

isaac dono do meu coração isaac dono da minha vida!

[@fabriellatavares]

I'm so excited. Very proud to be a epican. I can't wait!

[@5764567467]

Holy shit, I'm so excited.

[@Ekolite]

Sounds great! can't wait to see how will the vocals and all fit!

[@LunkHead5150]

Oh and bye the way, Simone's child is the luckiest little boy in the world.

[@lilithinferno]

I'm so damn excited!

[@ComradeBucket]

5:30 do I hear me some doom metal?

[@FutileGrief]

More like a ballad, really

[@ComradeBucket]

I can dream

[@FutileGrief]

+Glywysing I'm with you, bro

[@Xbitrate]

Sounds like early The Gathering. Sweet :)

[@ComradeBucket]

Yeah that's true. Awesome.

[@LunkHead5150]

This band is amazing. I cant wait to buy the CD. Sing Simone sing.

[@K.Monster]

sing Simone!

[@TheAudio24]

Sing SImone.Sing with me.Sing for the year Sing for the laughter, sing for the tear

[@faelicks]

1:50 What an amazing riff! ... 8:45 What an amazing solo! Isaac really adds to this band with his guitarwork. Funny how there's something "holographic" in his description of how a solo should fit into the song :-D

[@AwalAhmadFadhillah]

It took several years for a goddamn guitar solo xD

[@rocksmetalhour]

nice share , we need help inspiring the future more now than ever , vids like this do impact those who desire the industry , and ofcourse epica has achieved great goals and fine work , one of the most awesome shows to exspirience live ,

[@anthonyianniello6057]

Even when Simone speaks it sounds like she's singing lol

[@jojorod]

Sounds more heavy, maybe like Mayan. I alredy love this one! 😍

[@maryruiz4500]

CAN'T WAIT

[@Oros14a]

nice blast beat

[@endreurocha5002]

Epica um dos melhores

[@m4xd4n]

Necesito escuchar ya mismo ese album! hagan un Luna Park Buenos Aires por favor ! Saludo!

[@sergiobenitez4266]

Concuerdo, basta del teatro flores.

[@ironsol92]

Hace años que presiento que algun dia van a tocar en el Malvinas. 😍

[@oollee69]

YES!!!!

[@goopey7167]

Can't wait

[@kennethkall5197]

I love Epica

[@rescolefliod7841]

great i cant wait for the new songs. swisd

[@citlalylozano8378]

Amazing !!! lml

8:40 - 9:05 the best parte of this video. Amazing Isaac

[@epicafan911SJM]

I didn't really follow Epica for the past years (Since Design your Universe) but damn Simone, you're changed... ;)

[@rolsen1304]

8:45 damn that was good

[@rousrov8352]

Ya quiero que salga!

[@DannCV]

Waiting for the Hell&Heaven in a week from México !!! :3 :3 :3

[@jennijato]

Amazing

[@mistiko26]

excelente!!, saludos de chile

[@adrylee8216]

Orales, Mark tiene puesto una playera de Cancún, México 😃 Este nuevo trabajo promete mucho, estoy muy emocionada!

[@kennysimonechavez3283]

Me encanta esta banda:3, me gusta su sinfonía:3

[@majovalenzuela5683]

omg que emoción!! no puedo esperar más D: , están haciendo un gran trabajo, esto va a estar buenisimo!!!!!! 😮😮😮😮😮

[@manevato3548]

i love this

[@roseskull2711]

Gracias por los subtítulos! Y si me encanta el álbum THE QUANTUM ENIGMA ( de los mejores ! Pero en especial por la canción que se llama igual que el álbum esa canción no lo sé después de escucharla te cambia un poco en cómo ves las cosas ) y THE HOLOGRAFIC PRINCIPLE ( también me ha gustado) ! ... los mejores !

[@monikabaumann6050]

literally re-watching arts 1 and 2 for the music clips.

[@jerrybk1]

cant wait for north american tour soon.

[@ylanabrs]

Cacete, preciso

[@jorgEPICA10]

The best band!! :D

[@danikgun]

We are waiting. From Russia with love.