Within Temptation Bring Symphonic Metal and Epic Guests to Leeds First Direct Arena [Photos]

It’s been nearly two years since Dutch symphonic metal outfit Within Temptation were in Leeds as part of a gargantuan double-header with Evanescence, even though it almost feels like yesterday. Tonight, they’re back at the FD Arena for one of the remaining dates on their Bleed Out tour, and while their return might not see the Arena packed to the rafters, the Dutch band make sure that this night will be as epic as it could be. Opening the night are German post-hardcore/metalcore crew Annisokay, who, bathed in moody lights, prove to be a more than effective opener. With minimal space, the band use visuals, programming and crunchy metalcore riffs to get heads nodding in the front rows while a cover of Linkin Park’s smash hit “One Step Closer” and guest appearance from WT’s vocalist Sharon de...

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