WITHIN TEMPTATION mother earth tour MOVLP3358

Capturing the ethereal power of Dutch symphonic metal giants Within Temptation, today’s entry spotlights the 2023 vinyl reissue of Mother Earth Tour. Released on July 21, 2023, by the renowned audiophile label Music On Vinyl, this double LP set carries the catalog number MOVLP3358.

Originally released as the band’s first live DVD, this audio collection documents the band’s ascent to stardom during the 2002 festival season, featuring performances from major European events like Rock Werchter, Pukkelpop, and Lowlands. This tour supported their breakthrough second studio album, Mother Earth, which had catapulted them to the top of the charts with hits like Ice Queen.

Spanning two LPs, the setlist is a perfect snapshot of their early gothic/symphonic era. It features powerful renditions of Mother Earth classics like Deceiver Of Fools and the title track, alongside favorites from their debut Enter, such as Restless and Deep Within. The performance captures the soaring vocals of Sharon den Adel and the band’s dramatic, orchestral heaviness in a raw, live setting.

As expected from Music On Vinyl, this reissue is designed for collectors. It is pressed on 180-gram black vinyl for superior stability and sound quality. The records are housed in a high-quality gatefold sleeve that includes an insert, preserving the visual history of this pivotal tour. MOVLP3358 is an essential addition for fans of symphonic metal, offering a high-fidelity window into the moment Within Temptation became a dominant force in the European metal scene.