SIMONE SIMONS - Aeterna (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO)

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  • čas přidán 6. 05. 2024
  • @simonesimonsofficial unveils 'Aeterna', the debut single from her forthcoming album 'Vermillion', out on August 23rd.
    Pre-order your copy : simonesimons.bfan.link/vermil...
    Listen now to 'Aeterna' : simonesimons.bfan.link/aetern...
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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."
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  • @pandorastrife4327
    @pandorastrife4327 Před 21 dnem +256

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +85

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

    • @pandorastrife4327
      @pandorastrife4327 Před 21 dnem +21

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +13

      @@pandorastrife4327 Right, it's Ben Mathot!

    • @yand.8300
      @yand.8300 Před 19 dny +2

      Ahah same here

    • @johannakekalainen4962
      @johannakekalainen4962 Před 16 dny +1

      @@ArjenALucassen it is magnificent thing good sir

  • @snappy6132
    @snappy6132 Před 22 dny +349

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

    • @Divide_et_lmpera
      @Divide_et_lmpera Před 21 dnem +18

      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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +48

      Thanks for the confidence, Snappy!

    • @snappy6132
      @snappy6132 Před 21 dnem +12

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

    • @profskett
      @profskett Před 21 dnem +12

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

    • @KilianSchindler
      @KilianSchindler Před 20 dny

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

  • @kylemanocchio5044
    @kylemanocchio5044 Před 22 dny +352

    Simone is one hell of a singer.

    • @cafelinasha299
      @cafelinasha299 Před 22 dny +14

      Arjen is one hell of composer!

    • @briankent2396
      @briankent2396 Před 22 dny +11

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

    • @Tahoe10
      @Tahoe10 Před 22 dny

      @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
      @Divide_et_lmpera Před 21 dnem +1

      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
      @cafelinasha299 Před 21 dnem +3

      @@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.

  • @ruipinheiro447
    @ruipinheiro447 Před 11 dny +27

    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."

  • @rafaelpessoa9659
    @rafaelpessoa9659 Před 21 dnem +94

    "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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 18 dny +3

      Cool, you found the lyrics! Thanks Rafael.

    • @mikyXD1
      @mikyXD1 Před 18 dny +1

      Love endures, beyond our fleeting years ❤

  • @pizzasurf3222
    @pizzasurf3222 Před 23 dny +166

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +10

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

    • @pizzasurf3222
      @pizzasurf3222 Před 21 dnem +5

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

    • @patricicurrais687
      @patricicurrais687 Před 21 dnem +5

      Mejor que lo que lanzó floor pop jansen 😂

    • @jonathanratliff4780
      @jonathanratliff4780 Před 21 dnem +4

      @@patricicurrais687 I agree 1000 times over obviously!!

  • @David-di6bs
    @David-di6bs Před 22 dny +228

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +27

      That was the plan exactly, thanks David!

    • @David-di6bs
      @David-di6bs Před 21 dnem +1

      @@ArjenALucassen Thanks To You and Your Amazing talent

    • @Space_Oddity97
      @Space_Oddity97 Před 21 dnem +1

      ​@@ArjenALucassen You are a misunderstood genius! 🖤

    • @fritsyt2090
      @fritsyt2090 Před 20 dny

      ​@@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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +1

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

  • @Hydrangea1971
    @Hydrangea1971 Před 22 dny +142

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 22 dny +31

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

    • @jeffreymercado2082
      @jeffreymercado2082 Před 22 dny

      Has Epica announced a new album?

    • @austinhudson5349
      @austinhudson5349 Před 22 dny +1

      @@jeffreymercado2082 They are currently recording it

    • @jeffreymercado2082
      @jeffreymercado2082 Před 22 dny

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

    • @ferdinand1687
      @ferdinand1687 Před 21 dnem +3

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

  • @pedrosegundo2224
    @pedrosegundo2224 Před 22 dny +140

    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
      @berenicemendozarivera7799 Před 22 dny +1

      ¡Muy cierto!

    • @thetruechaby
      @thetruechaby Před 22 dny +9

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

    • @avtobodyrepair71
      @avtobodyrepair71 Před 22 dny +3

      Тоже прочувствовал нотки therion

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +9

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

    • @sambell385
      @sambell385 Před 21 dnem +1

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

  • @LuuMoreno
    @LuuMoreno Před 22 dny +52

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +6

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

  • @Perdeler85
    @Perdeler85 Před 22 dny +54

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

    • @remagine
      @remagine Před 22 dny +4

      agree!

    • @Divide_et_lmpera
      @Divide_et_lmpera Před 21 dnem +1

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

    • @Perdeler85
      @Perdeler85 Před 21 dnem +2

      @@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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +4

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

  • @mariajosecbmc4342
    @mariajosecbmc4342 Před 23 dny +485

    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 🌹

  • @vladvampirelord8910
    @vladvampirelord8910 Před 22 dny +93

    Everything Simone does is epic.

  • @Yithar
    @Yithar Před 22 dny +55

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +13

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

    • @ruipinheiro447
      @ruipinheiro447 Před 18 dny +1

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

    • @jdm188
      @jdm188 Před 17 dny

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

    • @azidihaqeem7882
      @azidihaqeem7882 Před 15 dny

      Diverse album

    • @KitySims
      @KitySims Před 13 dny +3

      @@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!

  • @freshwaterhorror
    @freshwaterhorror Před 22 dny +45

    Simone Simons: Secret Bloodborne Boss

  • @anaabendroth3460
    @anaabendroth3460 Před 22 dny +24

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +1

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

  • @user-gy2hm1uo8v
    @user-gy2hm1uo8v Před 23 dny +51

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem

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

  • @joaryche
    @joaryche Před 16 dny +14

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 15 dny +3

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

  • @ministeremoven7291
    @ministeremoven7291 Před 22 dny +29

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +4

      So true, so easy to work with her!

    • @ministeremoven7291
      @ministeremoven7291 Před 21 dnem +1

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

    • @ministeremoven7291
      @ministeremoven7291 Před 21 dnem +3

      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
      @CyberBeep_kenshi Před 20 dny +2

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

    • @bilbobaggins9451
      @bilbobaggins9451 Před 20 dny

      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.

  • @miguelfilipe9321
    @miguelfilipe9321 Před 22 dny +28

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +1

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

  • @silverbackgorilla2112
    @silverbackgorilla2112 Před 22 dny +39

    Simone is the total package 🔥🔥

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +11

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

  • @LuceroSP
    @LuceroSP Před 22 dny +25

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +5

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

    • @LuceroSP
      @LuceroSP Před 21 dnem +1

      @@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
      @alinotic Před 19 dny +2

      ​@@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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +2

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +4

      @@alinotic So true, thanks for the explanation!

  • @xdmemeslol
    @xdmemeslol Před 22 dny +76

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +8

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

  • @salanee
    @salanee Před 22 dny +98

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +2

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

    • @salanee
      @salanee Před 21 dnem +1

      @@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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +1

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

  •  Před 22 dny +29

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +6

      I totally second that, glad you enjoy!

    •  Před 21 dnem +2

      She totally rocks.

  • @paper_frog_1987
    @paper_frog_1987 Před 22 dny +91

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

    • @vickhomunculusrex2616
      @vickhomunculusrex2616 Před 22 dny +4

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

    • @Diamondshadows
      @Diamondshadows Před 22 dny

      What is this, a crossover episode?

    • @exscape
      @exscape Před 22 dny +1

      @@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
      @vickhomunculusrex2616 Před 22 dny +1

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +2

      Haha, thanks ! I hope so 🙂

  • @paulpisters668
    @paulpisters668 Před 22 dny +33

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

  • @2491jess
    @2491jess Před 23 dny +36

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +1

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

    • @2491jess
      @2491jess Před 20 dny +1

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

  • @johnnybegood7
    @johnnybegood7 Před 22 dny +27

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +5

      Haha, I like your words, Johnny! Efcharisto 🙂

    • @johnnybegood7
      @johnnybegood7 Před 21 dnem +1

      @@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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +1

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

  • @user-zs7oe5lh6x
    @user-zs7oe5lh6x Před 22 dny +17

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

  • @rodolforsilva
    @rodolforsilva Před 22 dny +16

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

  • @imcherylynn
    @imcherylynn Před 23 dny +25

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +2

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

  • @edsonoliveira7521
    @edsonoliveira7521 Před 23 dny +15

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

  • @abrahamck
    @abrahamck Před 22 dny +31

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

  • @annaglesst
    @annaglesst Před 23 dny +44

    Whaaaat? It was really unexpected! OMG 😱

    • @garrickstokes
      @garrickstokes Před 22 dny +2

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

    • @Divide_et_lmpera
      @Divide_et_lmpera Před 21 dnem +1

      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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +3

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

  • @ElRenecito
    @ElRenecito Před 23 dny +59

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem

      Thanks for the confidence, a goddess indeed!

  • @RobCaldera
    @RobCaldera Před 21 dnem +7

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +2

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

    • @RobCaldera
      @RobCaldera Před 19 dny

      @@ArjenALucassenCan’t wait to hear it!

  • @user-yk8vs5qd2i
    @user-yk8vs5qd2i Před 22 dny +13

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

  • @RideIntoTheStorm
    @RideIntoTheStorm Před 23 dny +23

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

  • @morriganmoonglow2712
    @morriganmoonglow2712 Před 23 dny +33

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

  • @scottcaturanosc
    @scottcaturanosc Před 22 dny +18

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

    • @jonathanratliff4780
      @jonathanratliff4780 Před 22 dny

      REAL!! 🤘🏻

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +1

      Thanks for buying, Scott, enjoy!

    • @jonathanratliff4780
      @jonathanratliff4780 Před 21 dnem

      @@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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny

      @@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!

  • @MichaelBradley1967
    @MichaelBradley1967 Před 22 dny +9

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +2

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

    • @MichaelBradley1967
      @MichaelBradley1967 Před 21 dnem +1

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +2

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

  • @brettbosley779
    @brettbosley779 Před 22 dny +12

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

  • @LuvtheJEm
    @LuvtheJEm Před 20 dny +6

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny

      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.

  • @Gordille
    @Gordille Před 22 dny +25

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +2

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

  • @ruipinheiro447
    @ruipinheiro447 Před 22 dny +17

    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

  • @edivad1676
    @edivad1676 Před 21 dnem +7

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +1

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

  • @metalnuovo
    @metalnuovo Před 21 dnem +4

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +1

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

  • @OathKeeper95
    @OathKeeper95 Před 22 dny +35

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

  • @auri1722
    @auri1722 Před 21 dnem +11

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

  • @Space_Oddity97
    @Space_Oddity97 Před 21 dnem +5

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +2

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

    • @Space_Oddity97
      @Space_Oddity97 Před 19 dny +2

      @@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 ❤️‍🔥

  • @danmaj6289
    @danmaj6289 Před 23 dny +17

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

  • @vladk2892
    @vladk2892 Před 17 dny +4

    Очень крутой трек. Симона, как всегда, великолепна. Очень атмосферная и сбалансированная композиция.
    В целом приятная новость - сольник от Симоны.
    This is a very, very cool track. Simone is amazing as always. A very atmospheric and balanced composition.
    Overall, good news - a solo album from Simone.

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 17 dny

      Wow... thanks Vlad, glad you enjoy it so much! Thanks for the big compliment.Hope you will enjoy the next song as much!

  • @luluxxx89
    @luluxxx89 Před 22 dny +10

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +2

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

  • @carolinescabbia7518
    @carolinescabbia7518 Před 22 dny +5

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny

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

  • @olgamilyu2828
    @olgamilyu2828 Před 22 dny +7

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem

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

  • @MetalMaven
    @MetalMaven Před 20 dny +6

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

  • @ox7639
    @ox7639 Před 17 dny +4

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 15 dny +1

      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
      @ox7639 Před 15 dny +1

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

  • @ruipinheiro447
    @ruipinheiro447 Před 16 dny +6

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 15 dny +7

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

    • @ruipinheiro447
      @ruipinheiro447 Před 15 dny +2

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

  • @alexcoimbra
    @alexcoimbra Před 22 dny +45

    Rainha!

  • @PedroPaulo-jg5lt
    @PedroPaulo-jg5lt Před 22 dny +7

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

  • @PatriciaSilva-ed6sy
    @PatriciaSilva-ed6sy Před 13 dny +5

    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! ❤

  • @JuliaDark
    @JuliaDark Před 21 dnem +23

    I like electro picks along chorus and metal. Interesting.

  • @goldaries711
    @goldaries711 Před 22 dny +11

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem

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

  • @BananaCake26
    @BananaCake26 Před 15 hodinami +3

    Of the female metal singers who go solo, only Tarja Turunen has managed to create her own sound. This sounds like any symphonic metal song in the last 20 years.

  • @sanctumnadir
    @sanctumnadir Před 16 dny +3

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 15 dny +1

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

  • @Hizkia_33
    @Hizkia_33 Před 22 dny +4

    WOAHHHHHH! That was beyond amazing! I was just scrolling through my TV, and this was recommended. Beautiful and bombastic song! And the video? Cinematic masterpiece! I wonder how long this took to finish. Great teamwork! I'm looking forward to the album. So far, this era is looking promising.

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny

      So good to hear all that, thanks! Yes, this was quite a job indeed. Next song coming soon!

    • @Hizkia_33
      @Hizkia_33 Před 18 dny

      @@ArjenALucassen Of course! And I bet it was, haha. Keep it up!

  • @AGoldenPolaroid
    @AGoldenPolaroid Před 22 dny +5

    This is the perfect marriage of Ayreon and Epica with some special brand-new magic sprinkled in. Simone's vocals and screen presence are no joke! Can't wait to hear the full album

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +1

      Thanks, that's what I like to read! Being all insecure and stuff, he he... Can't wait to share the next songs!

  • @rolsen1304
    @rolsen1304 Před 22 dny +6

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +1

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

  • @user-rm5ke3dr6t
    @user-rm5ke3dr6t Před 22 dny +15

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

  • @klarajagodic1386
    @klarajagodic1386 Před 22 dny +17

    😲🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
    Simone and Arjen, match made in metal heaven❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

  • @tomnagel5769
    @tomnagel5769 Před 22 dny +7

    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❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @Runamuck-vq2pe
    @Runamuck-vq2pe Před 22 dny +11

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem

      Thanks for the big compliments, glad you enjoy!

  • @avsilnedrass
    @avsilnedrass Před 21 dnem +11

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +1

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

  • @rcmg0822
    @rcmg0822 Před 22 dny +6

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny

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

  • @danielh5277
    @danielh5277 Před 16 dny +11

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 15 dny +2

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

    • @yurikoshinigami
      @yurikoshinigami Před 12 dny +1

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

  • @evagarcia8876
    @evagarcia8876 Před 19 dny +5

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 18 dny

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

  • @aelkurai
    @aelkurai Před 19 dny +4

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 18 dny +2

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

  • @Censeo
    @Censeo Před 17 dny +3

    I love the composition, power and symphonic elements. This is so awesome, I listened to it three times in a row. The electronic break is just in the right time to shift your mood into some groove. And it needn't be said, Simone's voice is out of this world.

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 15 dny +1

      Thanks for your powerful words, glad you enjoyed it so much! And of course for upping the view count, haha! Glad you enjoy the electronics, I had a lot of fun with those 🙂

  • @ffranchesco
    @ffranchesco Před 22 dny +21

    she is a goddess and she knows it

  • @MJ-xi5jg
    @MJ-xi5jg Před 22 dny +20

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

  • @whitelightmedia7185
    @whitelightmedia7185 Před 22 dny +4

    Wonderful song and amazingly beautiful music video. Simone's superior talents and her legendary band created an artistic masterpiece, delivering eternal inspirational message of universal love and wisdom.
    🤘😍✨💖🌷♥️🌷💖✨😍🤘

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +1

      Wonderfully put, thanks for those strong words! Love the lyrics on this one.

  • @MissBathory13
    @MissBathory13 Před 21 dnem +3

    Ahora no puedo dejar de escucharla desde que salió, Simone y Epica son una gran inspiración para mi desde hace 15 años que los conocí~! No puedo esperar para escuchar el álbum completo

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +1

      Thanks Miss Bathory, glad you enjoy it so much!

  • @raksh9
    @raksh9 Před 21 dnem +7

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

  • @MsCarolineRuby
    @MsCarolineRuby Před 21 dnem +5

    Everything is perfect here... Music, vocals, video. It's truly amazing to see how this kind soul, Simone, grow and constantly develop. And Arjen's wonderful music is a beautiful complement to this process. This is a special moment for Simone and probably all her fans. I support you with all my heart and I'm looking forward to hearing the whole album. You are a great inspiration as a musician and as a human being. You deserve the best! Lots of love ❤️

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +1

      Wow... thanks for your powerful words, Caroline! Hope you will enjoy the album, let us know 🙂

  • @ivanwenig5736
    @ivanwenig5736 Před 22 dny +4

    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
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +1

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

  • @EternalArchetypeMusic
    @EternalArchetypeMusic Před 20 dny +4

    Insane in every way. Innovation in music style while still retaining the orchestral and choral elements of Epica! And next-level graphics on the video! It felt like a next-gen cinematic for a AAAA game!

  • @PatitoCM1
    @PatitoCM1 Před 22 dny +10

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

  • @Papierrazzi
    @Papierrazzi Před 22 dny +7

    And of course her dress is Vermillion, very clever detail! Can't wait for the full album.

  • @musicaleshy
    @musicaleshy Před 21 dnem +4

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny

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

  • @evelynmontoya571
    @evelynmontoya571 Před 15 dny +7

    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!!!!❤❤❤

  • @kyozanagi6646
    @kyozanagi6646 Před 22 dny +10

    All Hail the Queen

  • @paolaabril2922
    @paolaabril2922 Před 22 dny +7

    Love the gothic atmosphere the song and video had! Never imagined Simone would have a solo project, and this is amazing as always, as everything she does ❤🧡 can’t wait to hear more

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 21 dnem +1

      Glad you enjoy it so far, Paola, hope you will enjoy the rest too!

  • @cesardavidgilrevillard1339

    Mysterious, captivating, ethereal, intense,.... I was left speechless.... I love this song!!!❤️‍🔥🤘❤️‍🔥🤘❤️‍🔥🤘

    • @jonathanratliff4780
      @jonathanratliff4780 Před 20 dny +2

      DITTO! 🤘🏻🤘🏻😎

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +1

      Wow... that is a big compliment indeed, thanks Cesar! Glad you enjoy it so much. More coming soon!

  • @AndreAFLG23
    @AndreAFLG23 Před 21 dnem +4

    Perfection! Greetings, brothers and sisters Ayreonauts!

  • @DanielMartinez-yx4rg
    @DanielMartinez-yx4rg Před 22 dny +12

    I can’t wait for the full album

  • @MARCOSVEDA
    @MARCOSVEDA Před 22 dny +7

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

  • @mikuRawrzilla
    @mikuRawrzilla Před 22 dny +9

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

    • @ArjenALucassen
      @ArjenALucassen Před 19 dny +1

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

  • @Peter.R.M.
    @Peter.R.M. Před 22 dny +13

    Excellent track, fully explores Simone's vocal talents as a solo artist in a way that's not always possible as a band member.
    On a point of interest Annette Olson is exploring similar themes in her new album due out on May 10th.

  • @omarsomaza2849
    @omarsomaza2849 Před 21 dnem +4

    Recién hice una lista, muy personal claro, de las más destacadas vocalistas dentro de la movida del rock, en todos sus géneros o vertientes, y por su puesto que esta Simone Simons...

    • @jonathanratliff4780
      @jonathanratliff4780 Před 21 dnem

      She is perfection vocally….such a great trained voice…such pitch perfection 🤘🏻🤘🏻