The band's 2023 single "Ritual" marks a return to their heavier roots, blending metal with unexpected gospel influences.
- "Ritual" was released on September 29, 2023, via Force Music Recordings.
- The single features a notable incorporation of gospel choir elements, a departure from their usual sound.
- The song was released as a standalone single, with no immediate album announcement.
Within Temptation is a Dutch band formed in 1996, known for their symphonic metal sound. They are one of the most successful Dutch bands internationally. They had recently released their seventh studio album, *The Unforgiving*, in 2011, a concept album accompanied by a comic book and short film.
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