It’s no secret that Dutch symphonic metal warriors (and our current cover stars!) Within Temptation stand with Ukraine in this most uncertain of times, but now they’ve teamed up with Ukrainian act BLIND8 on a massive new track to show their solidarity, whilst also bringing the metal.
This collaboration is a landmark moment for BLIND8, who formed just before the Russian invasion of Ukraine and have become a leading light for rock music in their homeland whenever circumstances allow. They will be joining Within Temptation as the opening act on their ‘Bleed Out 2024’ European tour this autumn, playing arenas across mainland Europe and the UK, something lead singer Sharon den Adel spoke highly of during our exclusive chat, where she also outlined the band’s history and her plans for their future.
Sharon says, “‘Labyrinth’ is not just a song; it’s a testament to the enduring power of music. And even with Roman, the singer, and Ihor, the bass player currently having been mobilized and in training for the war, BLIND8 continue to defy the odds, proving that even in the most challenging times, art can shine a light in the darkness.”
BLIND8 remain committed and hopeful of spreading their message of solidarity, perseverance and defiance across Europe at the end of this year, playing to their largest audiences yet in huge arenas, when they support Within Temptation. The musicians have said that this song is their testament to the fact that even in the darkest times, music has the power to inspire and unite people. Within Temptation embark on their huge arena tour of Europe in the Autumn of 2024. Joining the rock band on this tour, will be both Within Temptation’s recent collaborative artists and longtime friends: singer Tarja Turunen, German metalcore band Annisokay, Ukrainian band Blind8, Green Lizard and Ukrainian producer/vocalist Alex Yarmak. The tour starts in September with two shows in The Netherlands (that
sold out within days) and will continue throughout Europe in an array of impressive arenas. A number of dates have already sold out, with tickets running low across Europe.
Catch WT in the UK at these dates:
Fri, November 15 UK, Cardiff, Utilita Arena
Sat, November 16 UK, London, Wembley Arena
Mon, November 18 UK, Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena
Tue, November 19 UK, Leeds, First Direct Arena
Get your tickets at this link: https://www.within-temptation.com/pages/tours-tickets-bandsintown
Stand strong, people! Listen to the blistering new track right here: