After Forever was an influential Dutch symphonic metal band known for their distinctive blend of heavy guitar riffs, classical influences, and soaring vocals. Founded in 1995 under the initial name Apocalypse, the group rose to prominence in the early 2000s as part of the wave of symphonic metal acts, a sub-genre that harmoniously marries elements of classical music with the power and aggression of metal. Featuring the dynamic voice of lead singer Floor Jansen, who would later gain fame as the vocalist for Nightwish, After Forever was integral in helping to define and popularize the style, earning a dedicated global following.

The band's discography showcases their musical evolution and technical prowess, with their eponymous album "After Forever" released in 2007 being their last studio album before disbanding in 2009. Their sound often incorporated themes of philosophy, society, and self-reflection, crafted with complex arrangements and a mix of clean and growled vocals. After Forever's legacy endures with a series of sessions and re-mastered releases even after their disbandment, with dedicated fans continuing to celebrate their music through expanded and special editions of their influential work, like the "Invisible Circles: The Album (expanded)" and "Remagine: The Album (expanded)." These remasters and sessions, such as "Decipher: The Sessions," revisit the band's earlier works, showcasing their meticulous craftsmanship and the timelessness of their contributions to the metal genre.

Genres

Dutch Metal

Gothic Metal

Gothic Symphonic Metal

Opera Metal

Power Metal

Symphonic Metal

Related Artists

Nightwish

Within Temptation

Epica

Delain

Leaves' Eyes

Lacuna Coil

Stream of Passion

Evanescence

Sonata Arctica

Therion

Symphony X

Amberian Dawn

Latest Release

After Forever (15th Anniversary Edition)

After Forever

Album - 14 Tracks - Released May 27, 2022