Within Temptation

Within Temptation is the legendary leader of dark anthemic music, captivating audiences for nearly three decades with their powerful soundscapes. With a career spanning eight studio albums, their discography includes the groundbreaking releases Enter [1997], Mother Earth [2000], The Silent Force [2004], The Heart of Everything [2007], The Unforgiving [2011], Hydra [2014], RESIST [2019] and BLEED OUT [2023]. With more than 4 million record sales to their name, they have firmly established themselves as one of the world's most successful heavy rock groups.

Within Temptation's work has been recognized with numerous international awards, including a World Music Award, MTV Europe Music Awards, and a Metal Hammer Award,. The band's songs have amassed millions of streams and in support of their albums, Within Temptation have nearly sold out their past tours, such as the 'WORLDS COLLIDE' co-headlining tour with Evanescence and the band's latest 'Bleed Out 2024 Tour' across Europa and the UK!


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Download Festival 2023 was one of the most impressive crowds we’ve played for! Here’s a little recap. Who was there with us? 🔥 #ThrowbackThursday

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Want to know more about Sharon’s Summer highlights? 🌸
Check out her interview in the brand new Vriendin 34!

🗞 Shop at: www.vriendin.nl/
📸 Photo by Ruud Hoornstra | Fotostudio Zien

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Poll: which song should always stay? Your setlist, your rules. Let’s hear it!

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🎥 At Wacken Open Air, Sharon talks about touring, music influences, working with other bands, modern sound and more. Watch the entire video here:

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The festival season has come to an end for us. It’s been another summer with a lot of amazing memories in the pocket to dwell on.

On behalf of the band, crew and the rest of our team, thank you for joining us. We can’t wait to go back into the studio and start creating another chapter. We will be back for some festivals next year. Hope to see you there. Until we meet again, take care✨Ruud, Mike, Jeroen, Vikram, Stefan & Sharon 🔥

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🇳🇱 Playing in Eindhoven, surrounded by friends, family and our amazing fans made this night truly unforgettable. Dynamo Metal Fest, you turned our homecoming into something we’ll NOT forget! Thank YOU!

Photos by Linde Dorenbos

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🇳🇱 Home sweet home 🇳🇱 ! Tonight we return to Eindhoven for a very special homecoming at Dynamo Metalfest. See you at 22:25 - let’s make this night unforgettable.

Photo by Limsang Photography

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⚡ We’re going LIVE from Summer Breeze! Watch the full show today at 08:55 CET on YouTube & ARTE.TV. Join the stream: youtube.com/live/DczTgGH6Qu8?si=SAUiVTthjz0mnrQD

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Our guitarist Ruud Jolie is releasing his book: 'In Spotlight and Shadow – My Road Trip with Within Temptation’!

Get a rare behind-the-scenes look at life on the road - told with honesty, humor, and unforgettable stories (some straight out of 'This Is Spinal Tap'). Featuring a foreword by Iron Maiden’s Steve Harris and a heartfelt afterword by Sharon, plus exclusive never-before-seen photos!

📕 Pre-order now for a signed copy and dive into the journey: ruudjolie.com/
⏰Release date: September 1, 2025!

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¡Viva España! 🇪🇸 What an unforgettable weekend in a country so close to our hearts. Gracias por todo! You made every moment magical. 🖤

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