Ukrainian band BLIND8 are releasing their brand new song, ‘Labyrinth’, featuring Sharon den Adel of symphonic metal band Within Temptation.
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. The song is also being released worldwide via Within Temptation’s own record label Force Music Recordings.
Within Temptation’s singer Sharon comments: “‘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 impressive arenas.
Many dates such as Belgium (October 5), Portugal (November 26), The Netherlands and Leipzig (DE) have already sold out. Get your tickets here.
Dates:
Sat, September 21 Netherlands, Tilburg, 013
Sun, September 22 Netherlands, Groningen, De Oosterpoort
Fri, October 4 Belgium, Antwerp, Lotto Arena
Sat, October 5 Belgium, Antwerp, Lotto Arena
Sun, October 6 Germany, Cologne, Palladium
Tue, October 8 Norway, Oslo, Spektrum
Wed, October 9 Sweden, Stockholm, Annexet
Fri, October 11 Finland, Helsinki, Ice Hall
Sat, October 12 Tallinn, Estonia, Unibet Arena Blackbox
Mon, October 14 Germany, Berlin, UFO
Tue, October 15 Germany, Hamburg, Sporthalle
Wed, October 16 Germany, Leipzig, Haus Auensee
Fri, October 18 Hungary, Budapest, Barba Negra
Sat, October 19 Germany, Munich, Zenith
Mon, October 21 Austria, Vienna, Gasometer
Wed, October 23 Germany, Frankfurt, Jahrhunderthalle
Thu, October 24 Czech Republic, Prague, Sportovni Hala Fortuna
Fri, October 25 Poland, Łódź, Atlas Arena
Sun, October 27 Denmark, Copenhagen, Falkoner Salen
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
Thu, November 21 France, Paris, Adidas Arena
Sat, November 23 Spain, Barcelona, Palau Sant Jordi
Sun, November 24 Spain, Madrid, Palacio Vistalegre
Mon, November 25 Portugal, Lisbon, Sala Tejo – Meo Arena
Tue, November 26 Portugal, Lisbon, Sala Tejo – Meo Arena
Thu, November 28 France, Toulouse, Zenith
Fri, November 29 France, Grenoble, Summum
Sun, December 1 Italy, Milan, Alcatraz
Mon, December 2 Switzerland, Zurich, The Hall
Tue, December 3 Germany, Stuttgart, Porsche-Arena
Thu, December 5 Luxembourg, Luxembourg, Rockhal
Fri, December 6 Netherlands, Amsterdam, Ziggo Dome
VIP ticket packages are available to offer fans the chance an unforgettable experience, including meet-and-greets and exclusive merchandise. For tickets, VIP-packages, and more information, visit Within Temptation's official website at www.within-temptation.com.
