SIMONE SIMONS - Aeterna (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)

@simonesimonsofficial unveils 'Aeterna', the debut single from her forthcoming album 'Vermillion', out on August 23rd.
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Video directed, filmed & edited by Patric Ullaeus (www.rEvolver.se)
Music written by Arjen Lucassen
Lyrics written by Simone Simons and Lori Linstruth
John Jaycee Cuypers - Backing vocals
Ben Mathot - Violin
Simone Simons & Arjen Lucassen comment:
"Aeterna is the big, epic opener of the album and it comes with this amazing video too, directed by Patric Ullaeus. It definitely sounds the closest to Epica and Ayreon, blending powerful Latin lyrics with a touch of an oriental feel. We’ve tried to strike a balance between the mighty, bombastic sounds and the more atmospheric parts.Since it’s the first track people will hear from this album, it’s super important to us and we’re really excited for people to hear it!
Aeterna takes the point of view of a star about to go supernova to explore how everything in the universe is interconnected, like a cosmic web made from stardust. It deals our deep emotions, consciousness and other mysteries of life that science still can’t fully explain. Essentially it’s a reflection on our place in the vast universe and the connections that bind us together, as we’re all, to quote Carl Sagan, “made of starstuff."

[@kylemanocchio5044]

Simone is one hell of a singer.

[@cafelinasha299]

Arjen is one hell of composer!

[@briankent2396]

Correction... Simone is one hell of a Goddess.

[@Tahoe10]

@briankent2396 have some self respect. She's an attractive lady with a beautiful voice. But she's just a woman. She farts, burps, picks her nose, just like every other woman.

[@Divide_et_lmpera]

Arjen composed this? I was immediately thinking, wow that's some weird composition, what even is this style? 😅 But yes, Smoon is amazing. Still, she could have unleashed her divine vocals a bit more, like she did in Rise Again.

[@cafelinasha299]

@@Divide_et_lmpera Yes he did! He certainly is a genius. It's officially stated that is a mutual project of Arjen and Simone. And for the first time I can hear Simone's vocals flourish on another level, that's why composer's work it's extremely important! Btw, check out his other project with Dutch singer Anekke Van Giersbergen called: "The Gentle Storm" you will find similarities with this one.

[@pandorastrife4327]

"... It sounds like Ayreon. I need to check the description. Yes, Arjen sounds like Arjen."

[@ArjenALucassen]

Haha, guess I can't help it, sorry! Hope that's a GOOD thing 🙂

[@pandorastrife4327]

@@ArjenALucassen It DEFINETELY is! I just didn't know anything about the project, didn't expect to recognize the violin. 😹

[@ArjenALucassen]

@@pandorastrife4327 Right, it's Ben Mathot!

[@yand.8300]

Ahah same here

[@johannakekalainen4962]

@@ArjenALucassen it is magnificent thing good sir

[@snappy6132]

Simone's solo album AND written by Arjen? That's gotta be amazing

[@Divide_et_lmpera]

Arjen's music is weird. But imagine Simone with Dimmu Borgir. That would be god-level music. Not that Epica is any less epic, of course, but still, I would be curious about that collab.

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks for the confidence, Snappy!

[@snappy6132]

@@ArjenALucassen Thank you for creating so many amazing projects 😄

[@profskett]

I could immediately hear the Arjen L vibes as soon as I started listening to this song - so epic, loved it!!

[@KilianSchindler]

@@profskettThe sequencers give it away ;-) Gotta love 'em.

[@ruipinheiro447]

Quoting Simone: " In case you were wondering about the cosmic theme of the video, here’s a deep dive into the lyrical topics of the song: “Aeterna takes the point of view of a star about to go supernova to explore how everything in the universe is interconnected, like a cosmic web made from stardust. It deals with our deep emotions, consciousness and other mysteries of life that science still can’t fully explain. Essentially, it’s a reflection on our place in the vast universe and the connections that bind us together, as we’re all, to quote Carl Sagan, “made of starstuff."

[@David-di6bs]

Simone Alone is like listening to Epica and Ayreon at the same time and it's Cosmic and Majestic

[@ArjenALucassen]

That was the plan exactly, thanks David!

[@David-di6bs]

@@ArjenALucassen Thanks To You and Your Amazing talent

[@Space_Oddity97]

​@@ArjenALucassen You are a misunderstood genius! 🖤

[@fritsyt2090]

​@@ArjenALucassen i love it Mister Lucassen. And i have to thank you for the great show in 013 last year i was there and it was amazing!!

[@ArjenALucassen]

@@fritsyt2090 Thanks! Hope to see you next year 🙂

[@rafaelpessoa9659]

"Aeterna" Now the ending is in sight In my heart of hearts I know As I bleed my final starlight Life is born as I let go From the moment we arrive Love endures, beyond our fleeting years (Mysteries of life) Unseen forces unite We are one On stardust we ride Amor, ira aeterna Fulgor, fatum, incendium Sensus omnes profundi Universo coniuncti sunt I release my final breath As my atoms split the skies Through the endless and forever I am echoed in your eyes Feel the universe inside Dark and light living deep within our hearts (Duality of life) Ageless forces unite We are one In starlight we shine Amor, ira aeterna Fulgor, fatum, incendium Sensus omnes profundi Universo coniuncti sunt Illa - lux Illa - lux Illa - lux Specta - et Specta - et Illa - vis aeterna infinita Lux - vigor mundi in anima Illa - penetravit in spiritum Lux - perobscura sed illustrat Specta - praeterita et futurum Et - posterum est superius Specta - mentem nostram altissimam Et - indivisam in tempore Illa From the moment we arrive Love endures, beyond our fleeting years (Mysteries of time) Unseen forces unite We are one On stardust we ride Amor, ira aeterna Fulgor, fatum, incendium

[@ArjenALucassen]

Cool, you found the lyrics! Thanks Rafael.

[@mikyXD1]

Love endures, beyond our fleeting years ❤

[@vladvampirelord8910]

Everything Simone does is epic.

[@jonathanratliff4780]

Oh hell yes!! 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@evilemuempire9550]

Pretty easy when you’re the lead singer in a band called Epica

[@ArjenALucassen]

Totally agreed, Vlad, honored to be part of it!

[@mariajosecbmc4342]

Simone has chosen metal above all genres and that is pure love for the music she creates and she's created until now. As a metal lover, I'm proud of her and as a profound woman, I'm sure I will love the lyrics and melodies and harmony of each song deeply. You deserve all the love of the metal community, Simone. Thank you for sticking to your true self. I'm closer to you than any other artist in this world right now, so I value your extraordinary work more than anything and I'm grateful with the emotions and what is inside you. I also trust your partner in crime to give us amazing creations made into pieces of music. ❤ Thank you once more, I love you. Aeternally 🌹

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks for your powerful words, Maria, I totally agree! As her 'partner in crime', I hope to give you amazing creations indeed. Please let us know! Hugs from Holland.

[@somethingelse04]

Why does her sex matter?

[@simonesimonsofficial]

Thank you Maria!

[@berenicemendozarivera7799]

​@@simonesimonsofficial😮❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jethrox827]

👍partner

[@Hydrangea1971]

Wow.. Ayreon and Simone together again. It's like christmas...What a year! I've already added the new to arrive albums of Nightwish and Epica to my wishlist...now Simone's album is added as well!!

[@ArjenALucassen]

Wow... thanks for the confidence and for buying, much appreciated! Let us know your thoughts 🙂

[@jeffreymercado2082]

Has Epica announced a new album?

[@austinhudson5349]

@@jeffreymercado2082 They are currently recording it

[@jeffreymercado2082]

@@austinhudson5349 This is a good day indeed. :)

[@ferdinand1687]

@@jeffreymercado2082they are in the middle of the studio recording, and it will be out on 2025

[@freshwaterhorror]

Simone Simons: Secret Bloodborne Boss

[@LuuMoreno]

This is mesmerizing. Simone's voice is getting better and stronger every year. I feel so proud of her, and musically speaking, Arjen has always been a genius. The combination of this two talented people is awesome ✨🤘🏻❤️. I'm so looking forward to listening the whole album.

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks as always, Luu! And I fully agree, she's getting better and better. A true joy to work with.

[@pedrosegundo2224]

OMFG this is way better than what I expected. At some moments, it sounds like those amazing Symphonic / "Gothic" Metal bands from the 90's, such as the golden days Tristania, The Sins Of Thy Beloved and Therion from Vovin era. What a blast!!! So proud of this goddess!!

[@berenicemendozarivera7799]

¡Muy cierto!

[@thetruechaby]

Close to Therion, yes. But, nowhere near Tristania or The Sins of Thy Beloved.

[@avtobodyrepair71]

Тоже прочувствовал нотки therion

[@ArjenALucassen]

That is a big compliment, Pedro, thanks so much! Proud too 🙂

[@sambell385]

@@thetruechaby You’re correct Tristania is an incredible band

[@pizzasurf3222]

It is a dream come true for sure! Simone's first solo album are something longing waiting for all of us. Now, finally!!! 🌋🔥

[@ArjenALucassen]

Good to hear, glad to be a little part of your dream!

[@pizzasurf3222]

We are very thankful to you, Arjen, and to Simone for all that good music!​@@ArjenALucassen ❤

[@patricicurrais687]

Mejor que lo que lanzó floor pop jansen 😂

[@jonathanratliff4780]

@@patricicurrais687 I agree 1000 times over obviously!!

[@silverbackgorilla2112]

Simone is the total package 🔥🔥

[@ArjenALucassen]

Oh yes, she's got it all! Such an honor to work with her.

[@Perdeler85]

Arjen’s sound is so remarkable and bombastic! This sounds like After Forever and Epica both on Arjen’s steroids! 🔥

[@remagine]

agree!

[@Divide_et_lmpera]

What steroids you're talking about? This is soft compared to Epica.

[@Perdeler85]

@@Divide_et_lmpera it’s just a way of saying to emphasise how Arjen’s remarkable sound fits so well to Simone’s voice. I own the whole After Forever and Epica discography and listen to them since they both started releasing albums so there’s no need to take it so seriously!

[@ArjenALucassen]

@@Perdeler85 Thanks so much for your kind words! Glad to have steroids at my old age, haha!

[@Yithar]

Simone knows how to delight us. I'm glad that the first single she chose was metal. I was watching her live with Arjen and she said there's a lot of variety on the album, so she definitely knows her fans and what they are expecting from her ❤️

[@ArjenALucassen]

Glad we made the right choice, Yithar! Next single will be quite different. So be warned!

[@ruipinheiro447]

​@@ArjenALucassenisn't the 2nd the one with Alissa? Are you saying it is NOT metal???😮

[@jdm188]

​@@ruipinheiro447Alissa White-gluz? If they release a song together im gonna die

[@azidihaqeem7882]

Diverse album

[@KitySims]

@@ruipinheiro447 Alissa is not only a beast on growls but she also has a beautiful clean voice, would be awesome listening to their duo in whatever style!

Simone totaly rocks. She keeps it real. Her voice is excellent.

[@ArjenALucassen]

I totally second that, glad you enjoy!

She totally rocks.

[@joaryche]

Femme Fatale, Beautiful Song, Beautiful Voice, Beautiful Lady. Awesome Video. Mr. L does it again. He is a master of bringing out the best in his singers. Bravo. Can't wait for the album.

[@ArjenALucassen]

Wow... thanks for the big compliment! It's very easy to bring the best out of Simone I must say 🙂

[@miguelfilipe9321]

Simone she is a angel of metal. Every song that she sing is a master piece. She is one of my favorite singers. U rock Simone

[@ArjenALucassen]

Totally agreed, Miguel, she made my job so much easier 🙂

[@anaabendroth3460]

It's been a joy watching Simone grow into this incredible, unstoppable force.

[@ArjenALucassen]

Same here, Ana, such an honor to work with her!

[@ministeremoven7291]

I've been listening to her amazing voice for over twenty years, and I think every year she sounds better

[@ArjenALucassen]

So true, so easy to work with her!

[@ministeremoven7291]

@@ArjenALucassen been following you also since star one. Victims of the modern age is still one of my favorite

[@ministeremoven7291]

I discovered Simone during the Phantom Agony years, been following her since. Her epic music with other artists like Charlotte Wessels and Kamelot among others really helped her inspiration I think. This track here is phenomenal.

[@CyberBeep_kenshi]

ye she really does! with the 'onc upon a nightmare omega alive version', you can hear it so clearly!

[@bilbobaggins9451]

Wish I've known her for 20 years. Got into Epica back in 2011. Which is amazing as well. Just wish I've been following since day one.

[@salanee]

Arjen+ Simone, I like without checking. They are always perfect.

[@ArjenALucassen]

Wow... thanks for the confidence, Salanee, hope you'll enjoy!

[@salanee]

@@ArjenALucassen I enjoy this song. And I really love everything you do. The same for Simone and Epica.. I'm huge fan of yours masterpieces for more than 10 years.

[@ArjenALucassen]

@@salanee Thanks, we're honored! More coming soon 🙂

[@xdmemeslol]

So nice of her to send us some projects she made during her trip to the 27th dimension :))

[@ArjenALucassen]

Haha, you're so right! Up to # 28 now 🙂

[@paper_frog_1987]

Simone Simons??? AND Ayreon??? At the same time?!!? PERFECTION

[@vickhomunculusrex2616]

Dude, Transitus has a lot of collabs of Simone Simons.

[@Diamondshadows]

What is this, a crossover episode?

[@exscape]

@@vickhomunculusrex2616 Not just Transitus! She's on 01 (just 1 song though, and sadly not a great one) and The Source (9 songs) too. Plus Electric Castle Live, and soon 01 Live.

[@vickhomunculusrex2616]

@@Diamondshadows a little of Simons in a brand new Ayreon album

[@ArjenALucassen]

Haha, thanks ! I hope so 🙂

[@paulpisters668]

Simone is more beautiful than ever. The second half is pure magic. Arjen sounds like Arjen, epic.

[@Tahoe10]

Makeup

[@user-wx3gn7rf4f]

​@@Tahoe10 silicon implants too...

[@Divide_et_lmpera]

@@user-wx3gn7rf4f Wut? Since when...

[@ArjenALucassen]

@@user-wx3gn7rf4f No way! Really... nooooooooo!

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks Paul, that made my day! Enjoy 🙂

[@abrahamck]

BRUTAL SONG... Love. Bravoooooo Simone. Bravoooooo Arjen...

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks Abraham, glad you enjoy!

[@rodolforsilva]

Simone sounds like a divine being! There's no other words to describe her talent.

[@LuceroSP]

I always thought Simone's solo album would be jazzy, but this, oh my god, is MAJESTIC. I can't imagine a better choice than having Simone team up with Maestro Arjen. It has fulfilled dreams that I didn't even know I had. She has crowned herself the queen of metal that she is. 👑🤘🏽🔥🖤

[@ArjenALucassen]

Haha, thanks for your kind words, Lucero! Oh no... no jazz with me on board 🙂

[@LuceroSP]

@@ArjenALucassen Maybe jazz with a heavy twist. 🔥🎷 Hey Arjen, now that you're working with Simone, I don't know if you recorded any guitars for the album, but you definitely could join her on a latin america tour, and come to Mexico. I have a glimmer of hope that could happen, I mean, it's the closest we Latin American fans will get to seeing an Ayreon show live. Which by the way is something I dream of seeing one day, I'm filling the piggy bank to make that happen.

[@alinotic]

​@@LuceroSP Arjen never tours outside Europe... Even there he rarely plays live. The best chance to see him play is going to Tilburg every two years

[@ArjenALucassen]

@@LuceroSP So sorry, Lucero, I'm a total recluse and I don't tour anymore... sorry again!

[@ArjenALucassen]

@@alinotic So true, thanks for the explanation!

[@auri1722]

Simone... you are always wonderful... your voice is AETERNA!

[@user-zs7oe5lh6x]

Великолепно! Симона-редкое сочетание внешней красоты и невероятного голоса! Iove From Russia! Iove From Siberia!

[@dsmoons]

а по мне так 5/10. Айреон ту же Эпику изобрел. Да и вокал мог бы быть лучше

[@user-zs7oe5lh6x]

@@dsmoons Дело вкуса!

[@ArjenALucassen]

Spasibo!

[@GuillermoOsory]

Greetings from Mexico

[@David.Gavrilenko]

Согласен

[@user-gy2hm1uo8v]

Unbelievably Epic to begin with; there’s definitely much more to this now legendary Dutch symphonic Metal songstress than just being the lead vocalist of 1 of its best loved & most respected bands 🥰 👩‍🎤 🤘 💯 👍

[@ArjenALucassen]

That is good to hear, thanks for your powerful words!

[@OathKeeper95]

I’m still having the hope that someday she’ll do a collab with Tarja ❣️

[@Divide_et_lmpera]

And with Dimmu Borgir.

[@2491jess]

this woman is so inspiring! lots of love, Simone. can't wait to hear your solo work!

[@ArjenALucassen]

Inspiring is the right word, Jess... for me too!

[@2491jess]

@@ArjenALucassen lovely to see your reply! congrats, you're also a big part of it. thank you! cheers from Brasil

[@MJ-xi5jg]

Gewoon prachtig. De instrumenten, de samenzang en uiteraard de schitterende stem van Simone. Bravo!

[@ArjenALucassen]

Dank je wel, MJ, dat voelt goed!

[@edsonoliveira7521]

Simone sempre foi uma ótima letrista no Epica, ansioso pelo que ela reservou para nós nesse primeiro álbum solo dela. ❤️🐍

[@johnnybegood7]

The 1st "Prêt-à-Porter" outside Earth, between asteroids, comets and debris, accompanied with metal music, could only have the sign of this awesome and talented woman!!!! L'Oreal model, her majesty, SIMONE SIMONS! Thank God, you chose meal for your genre, although your creative mind would lead you, anyhow, here! Cheers and LOVE from Greece!❤

[@ArjenALucassen]

Haha, I like your words, Johnny! Efcharisto 🙂

[@johnnybegood7]

@@ArjenALucassen You're awesome and already a myth! Lucky you, having so many great Dutch female singers, lucky them for having you! A month ago Dianne, now Simone who's coming next?

[@ArjenALucassen]

@@johnnybegood7 I think I worked with them all now! Yep... I'm totally blessed 🙂

[@danielh5277]

Sweet Jesus, Absolutely Brilliant!!!! 6 minutes of OMG!!!!😱😱🙏🙏🤘🤘❤️🌹

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks Daniel, thanks for the big compliment! Glad you enjoy it so much 🙂

[@yurikoshinigami]

Couldn't have said it better... Just omg

[@edivad1676]

Simone's beauty is surpassed only by her talent. Definitely a hell of a singer! 🤘🏻🔥 I love this song and can't wait to hear the full album!!!

[@ArjenALucassen]

Fully agreed here, hope you will enjoy the rest of the album too!

[@ElRenecito]

She is a goddess!!!! I bet that her solo album will be amazing!!!

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks for the confidence, a goddess indeed!

[@RobCaldera]

It’s got that unmistakable Ayreon sound, which is so awesome! Like getting a new Ayreon record but with just Simone singing, which is all I need!

[@ArjenALucassen]

So true, Rob, this song is very Ayreon indeed. But I guess the rest of the tracks might just surprise you!

[@RobCaldera]

@@ArjenALucassenCan’t wait to hear it!

[@user-yk8vs5qd2i]

Прекрасная певица Симона! Спасибо за талант и клёвую музыку! ❤💓💗❤⚜️⚜️⚜️⭐🌟⭐

[@MetalMaven]

Sooo excited to hear that Simone is doing a solo album! This will be a must have for my collection!!

[@ArjenALucassen]

Cool, thanks for buying and enjoy!

[@RideIntoTheStorm]

I can’t wait ♥️ everything Simone do is gold, she’s amazing 🥹♥️♥️♥️

[@LuvtheJEm]

Now I'm even more excited to hear the solo album, this was fantastic. As time passes she just keeps getting better and I'm so grateful to be here to witness it.

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks for the compliment, glad you enjoy it! Oh yes I agree, she's getting better all the time. So easy to work with her.

[@scottcaturanosc]

Pre -order without even listening,you know with Simone its gonna be excellent.

[@jonathanratliff4780]

REAL!! 🤘🏻

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks for buying, Scott, enjoy!

[@jonathanratliff4780]

@@ArjenALucassen Arjen you are a master and all of this my friend. Watch the live stream you and Simone did yesterday that was so informative and fun! do we pre-order this via Nuclear Blast website I guess or where?

[@ArjenALucassen]

@@jonathanratliff4780 Yes Jonathan! Or Simone own webstore. I guess there are still a few red vinyls available as I type this. But better be fast!

[@Gordille]

EPICAYREON... The best of both worlds...

[@ArjenALucassen]

Haha, I like that one, Gordille! Will write it down and use it 🙂

[@morriganmoonglow2712]

Metal Goddess Simone and Lord Arjen, HAIL! 🤘💀🤘

[@ArjenALucassen]

Haha, hugs from the Lord!

[@annaglesst]

Whaaaat? It was really unexpected! OMG 😱

[@garrickstokes]

Same here. It was more of a Whuuuuut? But it's ongoing 😂👍

[@Divide_et_lmpera]

Same. But Arjen's music is weird. I've been dreaming about Simone + orchestra for a few years now. Just orchestral instruments with her beautiful soprano. Probably will never happen. 😔

[@ArjenALucassen]

Glad to still have some surprises up my sleeve, Anna, thanks!

[@MARCOSVEDA]

Simone, I Love you, Amazing! Sucesso te Desejo!

[@lanceolson5988]

That motif in the beginning, end, and in between... SO Orphaned Land 🤌

[@Space_Oddity97]

This collaboration wrote poetry on the melodies...with Simone like a siren...enchanting even the inexplicable....big support from Greece!! 🖤🔊🔥

[@ArjenALucassen]

Efcharisto! Thanks for your powerful words, glad you enjoy it so far 🙂

[@Space_Oddity97]

@@ArjenALucassen WOW...A thank you in Greek language...Yes, I'll love it a song right away, or not... the first listen counts for me, how it will seem to me... and I thank you because without your genius touch, for sure it wouldn't be the same result ❤️‍🔥

[@PedroPaulo-jg5lt]

The unexpected solo work we didn't know we needed up to now. Simone killing it, like always!

[@ArjenALucassen]

Agreed, Pedro, glad you enjoy it so far!

[@PatriciaSilva-ed6sy]

Perfection! Simone is simply wonderful!!!! I have admired you since the beginning of your career and have followed its entire evolution. With each passing year you improve your vocal power and live performances! I can't wait to hear this entire album and the many others to come! I love you, from Brazil! ❤

[@goldaries711]

I had to stop doing my job to hear/watch this, and it was totally worth it. Here is now a very happy fan

[@ArjenALucassen]

Excellent decision! Hope they didn't fire you 🙂 Enjoy!

[@imcherylynn]

All my favorite people are releasing music all so close together, it’s a blessing really. I look forward to hearing this!

[@ArjenALucassen]

Hope you will enjoy it, and to be one of your favorite people! 🙂

[@ruipinheiro447]

If the vocals at 5:00 don't move you , you have no heart True voice of an Angel

[@ArjenALucassen]

Totally agreed, I had full body goosebumps when I recorded that! Thanks, glad you enjoy 🙂

[@ruipinheiro447]

​@@ArjenALucassenmy problem is trying to stop listening 😅 I bet she will surpass 500K today 💪

[@raksh9]

I feel blessed to have stumbled across this only 17 hours after it premiered. Let's go, Simone!!!

[@JuliaDark]

I like electro picks along chorus and metal. Interesting.

[@ArjenALucassen]

Cool Julia, glad you approve!

[@metalnuovo]

The music of our beloved Arjen with the enchanting voice of Simone once again triumph. I dare say that Simone's voice has never been heard so impressively and universally before, as much as I love Epica. Cosmicly, two musical forces enchanted us. With appreciation and respect to the creators I love dearly!!

[@ArjenALucassen]

Wow... thanks for your kind words, that feels good! I agree, she's getting better all the time. So easy to work with.

[@ruipinheiro447]

Thank you Simone for coming into my life❤ I wish you nothing less than all the joy and happiness in the world ❤ Love you for All Aeternity

[@ArjenALucassen]

Oh yes... I second that!

[@mireyazaire200]

Por siempre y para siempre Simone Simons !!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤🔥🔥🔥

[@tomnagel5769]

Every single time I fall further down the Simone rabbit hole I just love her artistic professional fortitude in my mind being 64 to this long rock n roll journey Simone is #1❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@PatitoCM1]

What a year to be a symphonic metal fan.... thanks Simone for your art!!!!

[@avsilnedrass]

Congratulations Simone ❤ such a wonderful song. Waiting impatiently for Vermillion to come out. Bravo!

[@ArjenALucassen]

Glad you enjoy it so far, hope you'll like the rest too!

[@brettbosley779]

New stuff from Simone, Charlotte, Nightwish, and Unleash the Archers? This is turning out to be a very good year!

[@markmichel3855]

Agreed. Plus Anette Olzon and Visions of Atlantis

[@cuicalepi940]

And a good year for Black Metal too 🗡🗡🗡

[@Pravdacz-tp8zu]

And Seven Spires!

[@brettbosley779]

@@Pravdacz-tp8zu and Ad Infinitum.

[@Pravdacz-tp8zu]

@@brettbosley779 Correct. There's an infinitum of great music

[@olgamilyu2828]

Amazing Simone worth all these years of waiting for a personal album. Her best period of work yet! Arjen needs no introduction he is heard from the first note pure gold

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks so much for your kind words here, Olga! Means a lot 🙂

[@danmaj6289]

Simone jest jedną z najlepszych wokalistek czekam na kolejny wyjątkowy kawałek w jej wykonaniu❤❤❤❤

[@MichaelBradley1967]

Simone and Tommy Kerevik on Ayreon-Daniel’s Descent into Transitus Medley was incredible. Simone on anything is incredible, I first heard her on Kamelot-The Haunting around 2007 and have been in love ever since.

[@ArjenALucassen]

Cool Michael, I totally agree with you! Even though it's spelled Ayreon, haha!

[@MichaelBradley1967]

@@ArjenALucassen OK, that was just a typo 🤣😂

[@ArjenALucassen]

@@MichaelBradley1967 I know, I know 🙂Good now!

[@TentacleOne]

This fire is out of control.🔥

[@ffranchesco]

she is a goddess and she knows it

[@ArjenALucassen]

As do we all!

[@evelynmontoya571]

I can only say that I’m in awe, you never seize to amaze me. Looking gorgeous, strong and with your unique stunning voice that always gives me goosebumps. Loved all of it!!!!❤❤❤

[@evagarcia8876]

Love t! So proud of this symphonic metal piece with orchestra, choir, the beautiful voice of Simone, and no guturals. Perfection

[@ArjenALucassen]

Glad you enjoy it, Eva, thanks for the compliment!

[@luluxxx89]

One of the female voices that I love the most with the composer who has most captivated me with his musical creativity, I love this combination! The sound, the visuals, the outfit, the voices, everything is perfect! Congratulations Arjen and Simone, I hope you continue to amaze us with your talent!🤩

[@ArjenALucassen]

Oh yeah, that sounds good! Oh yes, we're unstoppable 🙂

[@user-rm5ke3dr6t]

Ah Simone simons. É uma Deusa do Metal. Linda e maravilhosa.

[@paulos.martins2954]

Simone Simmos the Queen do Metal Sinfonico...

[@mikuRawrzilla]

What a Queen😍! This Song is incredible. Totally in love with.🔥

[@ArjenALucassen]

Wow... thanks Miku, glad you enjoy it so much! Hope you will enjoy the next song just as much, let us know 🙂

[@DanielMartinez-yx4rg]

I can’t wait for the full album

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks Daniel, we can't wait to share it!

[@musicaleshy]

Simone and Arjen - what a gorgeous combination - it goes to my head!!!

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks for the confidence, hope you will indeed enjoy the album!

[@aelkurai]

What a pleasure to find @Simone Simons and @ArjenALucassen together! This song has already won me over, I can't wait to listen to the full album!

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks, glad you enjoy it so far! We can't wait to share it... more coming soon!

[@rcmg0822]

This is an amazing project, great collaboration, incredible instrumentation and vocal work, pure quality is what I'm listening to. I hope this project goes live :) congratulations Simone and Arjen, can't wait to listen to the rest.

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks so much! For now no live plans, sorry... Hopefully one fine day!

[@Spuddddd]

Waugh Simone's voice is amazing I can never get enough of it (: ❤

[@luciescholts3798]

Simone en Arjan, dit smaakt zeker naar meer! Iedere keer als ik luister hoor ik weer wat nieuws. Ik kan niet wachten op hele hele album.

[@Michelleosorio516]

Congratulations on your Solo debut Simone ❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉 amazing music 🤩😎🤘

[@greychristian2790]

This song very EPIC Simone! ❤😊

[@oliveiradavid]

Very powerful! Simone is so talented! She has an incredible voice! I really liked this first single! 🤘

[@ArjenALucassen]

Glad we picked the right first single, thanks David! Hope you will enjoy the rest of the album too 🙂

[@Runamuck-vq2pe]

and there is a new most anticipated album of the year ..... amazing visuals , vocals and song . Thank you for this Simone ❤

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks for the big compliments, glad you enjoy!

[@kyozanagi6646]

All Hail the Queen

[@jacobcarroll8579]

I Love It. Your voice sounds more and more beautiful with each passing year, Simone! Looking forward to the new album. ❤

[@ArjenALucassen]

I agree Jacob, Simone just keeps getting better! Such a joy to work with her.

[@stevesmith3990]

Fabulous, love it, really looking forward to the album!!!

[@CAOSAnaDi]

Here we are supporting you my queen ❤

[@rolsen1304]

I'll buy this album on vinyl. If I'll like it or not I don't know yet(I did like this one, but it sounds like its part of a longer story so I defer judgement until I have the entire album), but I'll support Simone making more solo stuff. I'd love to hear her explore a ton of genres, from acoustic to black metal! You rock Simone, my favourite singer for a decade now!

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks for buying the vinyl, much appreciated! With the risk of sounding arrogant... I think you will like it, he he 🙂

[@alexanderstoerk262]

Fantastic Voice, fantatic Song, fantastic Video.....

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks Alexander, that made my day!

[@Sammy67202]

Simone is PERFECT ALWAYS ❤

[@sanctumnadir]

Didn't even know she had a solo project. Epica has been a huge influence to me for years. Excited to see what she has in store.

[@ArjenALucassen]

I understand, we had to keep it secret for a year! Hope you will enjoy, please let us know.

[@carolinescabbia7518]

I'm very happy for this solo project, you deserve it so much, I've been following you since I was a teenager, I could see that over the years you've gone against the grain of the industry and written great songs, you're a giant and for being a woman in a mostly male scene you're a quite done. Thank you for once again presenting us with incredible music and this partnership that is more than successful, Arjen is incredible, I grew up listening to you two and it's great to see that he is with you in this solo project, I'm looking forward to more partnerships from you two ❤

[@ArjenALucassen]

So glad we've been able to do this for you, Caroline, thanks! Yes I agree, going against the grain is always good :-)

[@ox7639]

First, what a great song that gets even better the more often it is listend to. The growth of Simones voice is actually really impressive. Over the last years there are numerous breathtaking performances like "Rise again" in London or "Once upon a nightmare" in the Covid concert. I don`t know what it is it all sounds fuller, more versatile - it cuts deeper. We live in a time with so many amazing female vocalists but Simone has her place among the very best. Congrats both of you to this great collab, really looking forward what will be next - vinyl is preordered for sure.

[@ArjenALucassen]

Wow.. thanks so much for your EPIC words, much appreciated! Oh yes, Simone is getting better all the time, she's so easy to record. Thanks for buying as well and enjoy!

[@ox7639]

@@ArjenALucassen thank you for your reply, that made my day

[@ivanwenig5736]

Simone and Arjen, great song, loved it. Just finished my 4th listen/viewing....it's already addictive! Great job on the video too, very, very cool concept. And Simone you are just as stunning as always! All the best of luck to you with the new record. Can't wait to buy it! 😊❤✌🤘

[@ArjenALucassen]

Thanks so much, Ivan, glad you enjoy it to much already! And thanks in advance for buying!

[@alexandramurcia2828]

Bravo Simone! Nunca decepcionas!!

[@comoseba]

Finalmente Simone!!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@Kilian600]

Simone + Arjen = mindblowing masterpiece approaching......

[@ArjenALucassen]

Oh wow... thanks for the confidence, Kilian! Hope you're right 🙂