Solitary Ground
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"Solitary Ground" is a ballad
by Dutch symphonic metal
band Epica
, taken from their second full-length album Consign to Oblivion
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Ballad
A ballad is a form of verse, often a narrative set to music. Ballads were particularly characteristic of British and Irish popular poetry and song from the later medieval period until the 19th century and used extensively across Europe and later the Americas, Australia and North Africa. Many...
by Dutch symphonic metal
Symphonic metal
Symphonic metal is a term used to describe heavy metal music that has symphonic elements; that is, elements that are either borrowed from classical music or, as with progressive rock music, create a style reminiscent of it, e.g...
band Epica
Epica (band)
Epica is a Dutch symphonic metal band founded by guitarist and vocalist Mark Jansen subsequent to his departure from After Forever. They are known for their symphonic sound and the use of female vocals and male growls performed by Simone Simons and Mark Jansen, respectively. All six members write...
, taken from their second full-length album Consign to Oblivion
Consign to Oblivion
Consign to Oblivion is the second studio-album by Dutch symphonic metal band Epica, and was released in April 2005. "Trois Vierges" features a guest appearance by Kamelot vocalist Roy Khan. The album's lyrics are heavily influenced by Mayan Civilization. The CD was released with copy control on it....
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Track listing
- "Solitary Ground" (soundtrack version) - 4:06
- "Solitary Ground" (remix) - 3:10
- "Mother of Light" (no grunt version) - 5:58
- "Palladium" (previously unreleased track) - 2:54