Within Temptation - Raise Your Banner (Official Lyric Video feat. Anders Fridén)

[@wtofficial]

Listen to our brand new single 'Shed My Skin' now on all streaming platforms: wt.lnk.to/sms

[@albelo4364]

Just listened it and it's AWEESOMEE

[@jonahspeters3420]

Love it

[@johnheavener8467]

Every soundtrack is freaking amazing!!!!

[@suszyMie]

nothing special, sorry

[@joanandrade7707]

Tiene un riff similar de fondo a Rammstein, kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6nYdqeCbMyrpa8

[@childfreepoet]

This is exactly the evolution I wanted all along. Elements of the past that identify Within Temptation in an updated song. The choir, the orchestrations, the solo violin, some growls, mixed with some electronica to make it fresh. The return of Sharon's higher soprano at the end brought me to tears. This is what I wanted.

[@bethwilson4706]

Aravis17 me too. I absolutely love her soprano.🖤🤘

[@electron5271]

I agree! This is what should have followed after The Unforgiving, in my opinion. But I realize it's not always that simple and I'm glad the band still arrived here in the end.

[@arcaneoddity]

I'm glad I'm not the only one who's shed a tear over this lol... I was kinda skeptical about their new sound at first but I think I'm growing used to it and hell, they still go so hard..!

[@mfjansen1854]

Aravis17 Yesss, you said it perfectly! And yesss, the end... beautiful!

[@goncalosantos6059]

agree!!!

[@catinaphone6152]

Her voice at the end gives me goosebumps.

[@srlagarto1]

Not many bands have the guts to change because it usually doesn't work. This is just...incredible! This album should be great.

[@mistekfcio]

If it will be ever released... the album disappeared form NuclearBlast shop and Universal Music Poland changed the release date to 30.01.19 ... -.- Guy from the NB shop told me that they were informed about the delay too.

[@aperson9847]

@Senzafine Elegy did you know that 99% of the time that you have something negative to say, nobody actually wants to hear it?

[@srlagarto1]

@Senzafine Elegy No. If everybody liked the same music, this world would be boring.

[@Torchedini]

You mean they change their sound every album? The genre this band is in changes almost every album.

[@srlagarto1]

@@Torchedini which is one of the things I like about WT.

[@Ashleysilas789]

When i saw her performance live in Düsseldorf, it was amazing and how much emotion she put into the song. I will never forget how she performed it......breathtaking

[@mariusduplessis541]

I,m a old man.(53)..but I luv your band.. beautiful lady with a awesome strong voice..keep on rocking.greetings from South Africa.

[@sethxtekken]

Your not old

[@cal9557]

The last "blood for freedom" gave me goosebumps... 🖤

[@sagenoelle4439]

How gorgeous is that final stretch, from 4:45 until the end? The vocals, the lyrics, the beautiful background images/graphics, especially the transition to the snow at 4:55? What a comeback.

[@enricopaoletti5650]

The outro is the most amazing thing i've ever listened in my life

[@Rexmu]

Roberto Alfieri So is the intro! :D -and the rest of the song.

[@enricopaoletti5650]

Rexmu Agree

[@MikhailCazi]

I think we all know that Sharon's magical head voice is what is the true sound of WT. I absolutely ADORE her chest voice, like in Faster, but og WT? It's this beautiful head voice!

[@adamparrott797]

Even 3 years later this remains one of my favourite newer songs 4.40 still takes me back to the heart of everything, I like this direction, I also really, really like The Purge....and Shed my Skin. It's a welcome and a fresh return of Sharon's higher vocals which I hope will continue.

[@phyliciabaeten205]

Sharon's vocals at the end are out of this world. Wow, superb.

[@adinaakhtaeva1442]

Sharon's voice on the last seconds is fantastic 😍😍😍

[@EasyMac308]

When I heard "The Reckoning" I thought, "meh", but it grew on me and is now high on my playlist. "Raise Your Banner" just jumped the line. I'm super stoked for the rest of the album.

[@joaomaciel5469]

OMG that ending is one of the best things WT have done in years! Loved it and can't stop listening to.

[@16bitSteven]

This song is freaking amazing, no questions asked. The atmosphere, the screams, the melody, the lyrics, the guitar solo; and of course Sharon’s epic high notes at the end. 10/10 go WT!

[@saditairenwolf]

#4:44 This beautyfull clear melodic ending is such epic...like the time from Silent Force, which opened me the Path to the magical World of Metal, especialy Symphonic metal. But this ending...it is my favourite part of all songs from within Temptation... i often can't stop repeating this last seconds again and again and again...fire to the flames...blood for freedom....the echoes of this words, this beautyfull magic ending... Thank you, Within Temptation, thank you, Sharon...for opening the door to the best musical World, which becomes an essence of life for me....

[@jeffnicholas1545]

04:44 ❤️ remind me of the truth beneath the rose

[@GreenWolfDen]

THAT'S why I love it so much. Thanks for making an amazing song even better.

[@SplashStarProduction]

Literally what I just thought listening to this. LOVE THE NEW SONG!

[@Cryogenius333]

@@Guilherme36594 You really went on a rampage didnt you?

[@sappy998]

Fantastic production, overwhelming emotions, epic songwriting, not to mention Sharons vocals. As a WT fan for 15 years, i highly approve of this. This album will be a staple for modern epic metal music.

[@lvsyagami]

The ending vocals have won me. I hope there are more vocals like this in other songs from this album.

[@metaljamy]

Yeah!!

[@hanakhalisa7914]

Agree.. absolutely

[@briancutshall9973]

For me it's the dude screaming blood for freedom lol

[@devilwearingnada]

Well, I was actually relieved when she toned down the high pitch parts. She has such a great voice in the lows. But I guess it's a matter of taste.

[@xGOKOPx]

@@Guilherme36594 "Stop enjoying what you enjoy because it's not brand new"

[@syrinezitouni6987]

I am glad this band exists. I am turning 21 next week and I listen to them since I am 9, they have a very special place in my heart, I can say that Within Temptation has really changed my life, I am so thankful for every song they released... Thank you WT 💖

[@shadowrocks95]

how does it feel to be 26

[@renatadesimone3968]

This song is indescribably beautiful

[@Agrivandal]

This so intense, a summary of all the albums you've been through so far. It sounds like 'paradise', voice feeling like 'the unforgiving' with a touch of HoE/Mother earth at the end, and a layer of growling like in the first album. With an addition of deeper electro sounds? And it works!! Wow

[@liveforlife2494]

I've loved Within Temptation's music for more than 10 years. I'm also more of a casual fan that'll "check in" every few years to see what new music they have. I just listened to this for the first time about 2-3 weeks ago and my jaw DROPPED at the outro. This, This. All of this. THIS is why I love WT. I think my jaw is still on the floor.

[@ArwenStarsongMusic]

She definitely combined the new WT with the old in this song! Has very strong heart of everything vibes while also having the new sound! This is great, you guys! Quite the song to make the fire within us all burn!

[@Dnp4real]

I 100% agree with your comment. That’s the exact thought I had when I first heard this song!

[@tacomike262]

Agreed. I was getting a "Truth Beneath the Rose" vibe with the opening instrumental.

[@ArwenStarsongMusic]

@American Fuel TV funny. must be that a lot of people sense this as well. trust me. this was not a copy paste comment. lmao. i legit listen and put in my 2 cents worth in every word i write. XD! i am an actual fan. this is one of the big 3 that got me into this genre to begin with and i follwed everything they've done.

[@bubblegumbishonen]

I still can't believe there are people who think this album is their worst. This is my favorite album from them by far, and I just cannot get enough of it. The heart and sheer emotional power of it is so raw, and the meaning is not lost. I fear the day the world actually comes to this.

[@henrym5034]

It has already been like this for a while in some parts of the world

[@bubblegumbishonen]

@ That’s so sad 😭

[@henrym5034]

@@bubblegumbishonen There was a succession of protests in East Asia back in 2019-2020. Now we have Georgia and Korea too.

[@bubblegumbishonen]

@@henrym5034 oh, you’re referring to the second half of my comment. I thought you were talking about the album being their most disliked. I’ve been knowing about the messed up wars though, I assure you. It’s only going to get worse, I fear.

[@darkTunesMusic]

What an incredible song! Thank you for this great moment!

[@NatteKrant29]

the symphonic opening of this song is just stunning!!

[@23Alchemist23]

This is amazing guys!

[@Adam-hh5xl]

I'm still new to Within Temptation, about a year or so. Love their music both old and new. I find Sharon's voice captivating most of all.

[@merr90]

Wow, those final vocals by Sharon ABSOLUTELY make the song even better than I had hoped for. Can't wait to add this album to the rest of my collection!

[@Kats0unam1]

Holy shit what a track. This is amazing.

[@calebstahl2215]

During the song I was like, this isn’t bad, I kind of like this. AND THEN THE VOCALS AT THE END GOT ME

[@zakfa]

I love Sharon's singing near the end of the song :)

[@UltraViolet666]

WOW 😍 there's no mistake this is Within Temptation, yet I can just FEEL the energy of this brilliant new direction. Also 4:55 THOSE VOCALS OMG SLAAAYYUU

[@satan5197]

The vocals there are very similar to their earlier vocals in Mother Earth and enter and stuff

[@UltraViolet666]

@@satan5197 also reminds me of Floor and Tarja

[@TheatreofSymphony]

Kry Kry Stott Lmao Lee doesn’t stand a chance agains these goddesses

[@Pri1Maiden]

Epic, heavy, the solo is melodic, and Anders from In Flames, perfect !

[@alanlau3948]

From not understanding the lyrics to utterly feeling the lyrics, 2019 was a lot. Thank you Within Temptation.

[@Molda22]

wow, just wow! Amazing! Cant wait for the new album

[@Molda22]

@Jirka Kovac jj, Within Temptation poslouchám už snad 15 let :D

[@zonic26]

This is epic, they're back to their roots, this takes me back to The Heart Of Everything

[@Mimzzis]

yes!! I was thinking the same, almost like THOE era

[@goldhunters]

Exactly!!!!!!!!!!

[@marcelrebbert8576]

Its definitly harder then the records before. But its not that far away. For me it sounds like Power Metal. But this way is great for them. Every Album i fear that my lovely bands lose their Face but WT really dont losing their faces. This album will be a great mix from Symphonic to Power Metal. Its so good.

[@RubbelDieKatzNr1]

Okay this is epic

[@zonic26]

@@aceflibble I was referring to the elements of this song but this is definitely the closest to their roots since THOE

[@Mimzzis]

OOOOH LONGER VERSION! I like this more than the radio version on spotify. Especially the beginning!

[@nicklasolsson691]

himbeertee . Yes , me too!

[@vexylrei]

Same! I hope when the album is released that this version is on it

[@LordAmerican]

@@vexylrei It is this version. If you look at the track listing on things like iTunes or Google Play you'll see that the version of the song is the same as the one in this video.

[@vexylrei]

@@LordAmerican Nice to hear, thanks!

[@sadekgheidan]

4:44 until the end = non stop goose bumps and shivers... I love the use of the number seven in this song

[@beavenjnr4187]

dude.. that part....

[@almchal9289]

I cannot forget this song. It is awesome! With the singer of one of my favorite band: In Flames!!! Wake up!!!

[@justicelust]

This is what I'm waiting for, I will buy this album.

[@Rawsurrow]

Sharon, you are the most beautiful and charming vocalist. I love you with all my heart!

[@rosemariefernandes1866]

We love Sharon!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@SandraM]

Finally this song !! Have been waiting!! Heard it at the concert in Poland it was great

[@maxspin74]

i thought so 'Finally this song!' lol

[@Pawel2931]

This song is awesome!

[@ZeFF08]

Me either :)

[@StatisticalFinance]

Svensk? ✌️

[@pohtoj1]

I like turtles!

[@robandrade8351]

hey Whitin Temptation, i would like to thank you for all your songs. for more than 15 years i ve been your undying fan, and have all albuns that i could get my hands on. I would like to say that, as for everyone, i ve been in dark places and your songs help me through everything. Thank you. keep doing what you are doing, because music is an industry, but what you do is more than selling records. you help people like me find safe places when everything else fails and music is an important part of my life... without music i would be lost. thank you again and happy holidays :) Rob

[@manoj_dewri]

This is dope. Sharon's voice is out of this planet 🖤

[@seahawk1579]

Literally their best song in 10 years. Change my mind.

[@wastelander1015]

Their best song since anything from THOE, yes. ;) The first simgle was meh but this one is rly good.

[@16bitSteven]

Tough call but you may be right. I LOVED And We Run, but this is way too epic for almost anything.

[@justinlynch3]

I always preferred Within Temptation heavier rock songs over their slower music, slow music just isn't my style. A Demon's Fate, Murder, Blue Eyes, songs along those lines was always the ones I preferred. So Raise Your Banner and The Reckoning, hell yea these songs are right up my style and perfect for me. So I hope they keep dropping more music like this, this stuff is epic.

[@streamspoart2671]

Ummm... radioactive and silver moonlight?

[@PosranaRegistrace]

This song feels slightly boring, yet some nice guitar solos, also my subwoofer dug hole in the ground :D

[@filiperodrigues3671]

The instrumental of this song kinda reminds me of The Truth Beneath the Rose. Loved it!! You guys rock!

[@Veronicax1990]

The final part its absolutely amazing

[@AlukardTheDeathknight]

"You gave them HOPE. You give them STRENGTH. Your there sun of a true HERO. And yet they will do what they did too so many long ago" Wraith King to The Hero

[@innazaporozhko7369]

Within Temptation band has the most realistic songs to war time emotions from all songs that I know.

[@loony6302]

4:45 -> chills

[@JoanSutherlandFan]

*The vocal at **4:45** is the most perfect way to end this epic song.* Raise Your Banner is kicking some ass of who is against this New Era.

[@Kyodrey]

My favorite part too ^^

[@redeoghan]

Or is it calling the silent majority to war, to put down the scum that want to profit under the mask of a "new era". It's art alright.

[@ransegev6436]

An interesting merge between within temptation and in flames, i like it those screaming and the vocals of sharon, keep it that way but don't let the screams to steal all the focus of the vocals, as long as none of them taking over the other and they're both completing each other it can work great!

[@davidcobra1735]

What is this New Era exactly?

[@aarenlancaster6958]

But for who? The left? The right? It can't be either of those sides.

[@johnhumble4140]

Real song of these days!

[@СергейФамилия-ь6с]

💙💛

[@DanielMarques-nj5bj]

This song almost brought me to tears... Especially the final part....OMG!!! It's so hard to describe in words this masterpiece. WT always surprises me😍😍

[@eugenedesmusic]

Now that’s WT I waited for a long time.... “Heart Of Everything” of 2018-19 edition, love it guys!)

[@dannydriver666]

in flames we trust within temptation we love

[@dannydriver666]

\m/

[@dannydriver666]

[@heatherelf77]

\m/

[@marcioteixeiradossantos2417]

Vdf

[@veronicadavanzo2064]

I like this song's rhythm structure. Really interesting how different sections emphasize counting 2 versus 4 triplets per measure. They've pulled off 12/8 very nicely, with the different layers of the song fully utilizing the compound nature of the time signature. Some instruments are there to amp up the energy, and others have a plodding, epic effect, and they are happening simultaneously. Not sure if I'm describing this the right way, but it's a cool song to dig into.

[@CC-se6cu]

Veronica DaVanzo yes, they do again some simple yet complicated structures

[@irinashikhova7769]

Bruh chill... UwU

[@polapacholczyk3369]

I fell in love with this song from the first second! Love the magical intro, love the grunts/screams, love Sharon’s wonderful vocals. And the text is so vise and powerful. Such a deep, strong meaning for me. I love it so much. Also, I can hear some THoE vibes in it. It’s a nice mix beetween past and a new style. One of your best ones, guys!

[@ArticulateDesignASMR]

I swear, her voice always seems so impossibly perfect! I really need to get my shit together and see them live :D

[@normairizarryni]

Do it! You will be blown away. I have seen three times and they keep getting more amazing!

[@iatl7306]

wow you should see het new live shows, she can't sing the tunes of this cd. She used to be better than rhe cd., now you just hope it will be better. I love her so much, i can't let go of her voice and the voice of reason.

[@andyhayden331]

I got into them in 2013 and I've left it until 2021 to see them live for the first time (Here's hoping). I can't wait!

[@MikeAndersson]

I saw them twice.. its really hit or miss. Either they preform like crazy, or they are very mediocre.. In their defence its also about what "extras" songs they play for fan service. Ice queen was fantastic

[@josie670]

You've had 2 years to get your shit together, did you go and see them yet?

[@Animefan1803]

Listening to this song in 2020 makes one realize how bloody relevant that idea of progress and revolution is. As a nonpolitical person, i basically stand in the middle of more and more ideological minded individuals that raise their banners. Antagonizing each other while the blood and livelyhood of innocence is painting the streets red. Yet i see no one raising the banners of kindness and empathy. As if everyone has forgotten that the person on the opposite is human aswell. The world has gone mad in a fiery rage, yet here i am watching the fire engulf it all.

[@joefromravenna]

Moderation in the defense of freedom is no virtue.

[@Kradfire45]

Anyone else feel like "The Heart of Everything" is making it's return with elements of "Hydra" in this next album? This one has a very "Truth Beneath The Rose" energy behind it.

[@littlequesadilla]

Ala Silver Moonlight! ;)

[@JohnJillky]

Yeah that's about how I think this sounds

[@panicatthetitanic743]

THOE is a masterpiece and my fav album all the time and I can't wait for the new album, this song and "the reckoning" are good omens!

[@bryn7987]

YES! I thought “Truth Beneath The Rose” too! 🖤

[@HighHopesInLowPlaces]

The heart of everything was the last album I really liked with them, since then it's just been down hill... This just sounds like Generic metal or something.. Nothing epic about their music anymore. It's just sad. My opinion, don't mean to hate, just sayin'.

[@katydiaval8767]

MY TEARS CLICKED THE LIKE BUTTON

[@polapacholczyk3369]

Well, they're setting fire to the flame :D

[@petermiller4953]

This song choked me up with its awesomeness! I SO want this album!

[@mEtalec]

Kate Turunen lol

[@CarlosTheVillan1874]

Scary thing is it's like this song is talking about something really bad happening in the near future

[@beabarducci]

Katja Den Adel Sunday was the "Day 1" for the FanMovie dedicated to awesome Within Temptation. It was a long day, intense but full of smiles and enthusiasm! #fanmoviewithintemptation #withintemptation Do you want join the project? It's simple: sostieni.link/23475 If you have question, please ask!

[@anthonychukwu7715]

The vocals at the end 😍😍😍😍😍 vintage Sharon. Stoked for the new album

[@cwm8565]

Guilherme smoke a fart

[@DimitrisPapageorgiou-Manon]

this is THE song, this is IT, i have fallen inlove with it, needless to say that i have it on repeat wherever i go for the last 4 days in a row, i can't listen to ANYTHING else besides this track , unbelievable

[@lvtuckerrvb]

The vocals and video is something that should be in a fantasy battle scene. Very moving music, this is what I love about this genre of music

[@Profoundness]

That intro gives me goosebumps every time

[@justforsmarts1]

This song is so effing AWESOME AND EPIC!!!!! You can clearly tell where they got their inspiration from for the new album. Can't wait!!!!

[@aliayyaz]

I listened to the last 40 seconds a dozen times. I loved it, shades of the past. And I'm glad the whole song isn't like that. They've captured the new and old together perfectly. Awesome guitar solo too

[@reecelongden3500]

Saw Within Temptation and Evanescence live in Birmingham this on 15/11. Happens to also have been my 25th birthday. Best birthday present to myself I could have thought of. This song was definitely the absolute highlight of the whole night though. Awesome in the studio version, but live is just another cut above. Keep up the good work WT! Love from the UK.

[@dustinsadler668]

That Guitar Solo! The drums rock. I love this whole album! Her low voice! WOW!

[@Rexmu]

Damn. This blew me away and is amazing. I wasn’t expecting WT to make this level of quality and divinity ever again. This nearly made me cry of happiness, this is why WT is one of my favorite bands! RAWWK on!

[@Mattymayhem-vo9jl]

This is sick ..beginning sounds like old within temptation...love it

[@Andrew-i1r-2024]

Dear Sharon and guys, thank you so much for this masterpiece and support! Best wishes from Ukraine! We enjoy your music!

[@nadine2291]

Oh my God they're back. Don't get me wrong, I will support them in everything they explore, but THIS is the Within Temptation I fell in love with; intense and orchestral, with angelic vocals that offset the heavy guitar and drums, especially towards the end. Pure bliss

[@riadironald7692]

This new era from within temtation....... Awesome......

[@zaxaer]

После концерта именно этот трек слушал до посинения и думал не дождусь в норм качестве с ума сойду и тут ОПА. Щикарно!!

[@mordovian267]

Альбомная запись,лучше концертной определенно,в том числе и вокал!

[@namelessechos5380]

This girl could break glass with her voice

[@katiaafonso523]

Lol i love Her voice

[@lescorpion91700]

Bloody hell I was waiting for this one. Sharon et Anders this is SIIIICK!!!

[@LLskuggan]

Anders from In Flames is perfect. Love the band.

[@furi7619]

Having heard this live in Manchester during the RESIST tour, honestly as a set opener it was phenomenal. Brilliant song.

[@markfrost9826]

Love this band so much. Modern progressive rock at its finest.

[@Hy-jg8ow]

0 progressive about this one tho. I doubt you would recognize a prog rock or prog metal band if you really think this has any progressive element musically. This is radio-friendly pop-rock with some run of the mill EDM effects. Nothing original, progressive or complex in this comercial, trite, simple pop-band.

[@cwm8565]

@@Hy-jg8ow Someone is triggered and musically immature it seems

[@aarondistorted]

This is Frickin Beautiful!!! It has a Truth beneath the rose vibe to it! Epic!

[@TearOfTheFallen]

This song is just like one I‘ve had in my head for years! Amazing.

[@timbergmann3372]

I just can watch the video again and again...and it always reminds me of the time last year, when the video was released and I was waiting for the album to come out...and what can I say, it was worth the waiting sooo much, probably the best album of the year. Thank you so much for it

[@wtofficial]

Thank you Tim

[@timbergmann3372]

@@wtofficial This is what Within Temptation is for me: good memories about a good time and of course a band of lovely persons with wonderful characters who are making awesome music. Please keep on doing so for many years.

[@kelvinmarkomondi]

“War is peace. Freedom is slavery. Ignorance is strength. When a man is denied the right to live the life he believes in, he has no choice but to become an outlaw. When I discover who I am, I’ll be free.”

[@bsbznumber1fan]

I can sum this song up in one word flawless.

[@ZyliceLiddell]

I’ve been a huge fan of Within Temptation for over 8 years and I absolutely LOVE both their old and new music styles. 😎👌

[@stormfury89]

4:43 the real Within Temptation appears. ❤️ Now if only you can make more songs like this as to combine both the old (Symphonic Metal) with your newer sounds. 👍

[@rodrigocb5195]

Ending vocals are just amazing! Bravo! 👏👏👏❤

[@redeoghan]

Been a within temptation fan for a long long time and I've NEVER been so excited for a new release. You nailed it guys.

[@AlanDD]

Sweet heaven, I can only imagine this live! Empowering AF.

[@booklover78910]

This is frickin' awesome. Can't wait for the new album!

[@purplefusions]

This song - I cannot...words defy me...just takes me back to the London concert opening this week. The album release can't come soon enough

[@andrewhunt7328]

Ahh Brixton academy. I walked in a WT newbie. Walked out a fan. Love them now. This song was epic

[@purplefusions]

@@andrewhunt7328 It was the first time I had seen them since 2011, and having seen them a few times prior to then too, I can honestly say that they get better and better as the years go by!

[@lowroar5127]

It sounds like a renewed style of the heart of everything, and i fucking love it

[@Marielegoth]

Such a nice guitar solo!!! Sharon's versatility stands out here. Her belting and head voice are to die for...

[@jointhearumanati8574]

My first time listening to this band and song this is so good how have I never heard of this

[@wtofficial]

♥️

[@ceciliam1313]

Is it ok that I listened to this 10 times in a row? I arrived to a situation where this song really resonates with what's going on around me.

[@sabrinagarkuoth9382]

Try 30 lol

[@Aaron_Wissner]

No harm in that. Going on about maybe the 30th time here lol. 😎

[@Aaron_Wissner]

@@sabrinagarkuoth9382 just saw this comment lol

[@stephentuck1679]

This album sounds like a freaking soundtrack to life....full of fist pumps and tears......I'm breath taken by this album

[@FriedenLilla]

God this is so dark yet so good

[@zarngrime]

Everything anders touches turn to gold. In Flames we trust!