The Phantom Agony marks the powerful debut of Dutch symphonic metal band Epica, first released in 2003. Crafted by guitarist Mark Jansen after his departure from After Forever, the album showcases a blend of soaring orchestration, dynamic vocals, and progressive metal influences that established Epica’s distinctive sound.

This expanded edition brings new depth to the acclaimed release, newly issued by Nuclear Blast in 2023. Fans and collectors will appreciate the album's dramatic themes and meticulously layered compositions—a foundational work that continues to resonate with listeners across the rock and metal genres.

• Format: Vinyl
• Label: Nuclear Blast
• Genre: Rock
• Release Date: 01/20/2023
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TRACKS

A1. Adyta "The Neverending Embrace"
A2. Sensorium
A3. Cry For The Moon "The Embrace That Smothers - Part IV"
B4. Feint
B5. Illusive Consensus
B6. Façade of Reality (The Embrace That Smothers Part V)
C7. Run For A Fall
C8. Seif Al Din (The Embrace That Smothers Part VI)
9. The Phantom Agony
D10. Veniality
D11. Triumph Of Defeat
D12. Feint (Piano Version)