WITHIN TEMPTATION. Sharon den Adel. Mad world
WITHIN TEMPTATION. Sharon den Adel. The heart of everything Sharon den Adel (born July 12, 1974) is a Dutch singer, songwriter, and fashion designer, best known as the lead vocalist of the symphonic metal band Within Temptation.
Early Life and Career:
- Born in Waddinxveen, Netherlands
- Grew up in a musical family
- Influenced by bands like Guns N' Roses, Fleetwood Mac, and Tori Amos
- Started singing in local bands (1990s)
Within Temptation (1996-present):
- Co-founded with Robert Westerholt (guitarist and partner)
- Released debut album "Enter" (1997)
- Achieved international success with albums:
1. "Mother Earth" (2000)
2. "The Silent Force" (2004)
3. "The Heart of Everything" (2007)
4. "The Unforgiving" (2011)
5. "Hydra" (2014)
6. "Resist" (2019)
Solo Career:
- Released solo album "My Indigo" (2018)
Awards and Recognition:
- Won World Music Award for Best Selling Dutch Artist (2005)
- Won MTV Europe Music Award for Best Dutch Act (2005)
- Won multiple Edisons (Dutch Music Awards)
Fashion and Philanthropy:
- Launched fashion label "Pure Pleasure" (2002)
- Supports charities like World Wildlife Fund and Cancer Foundation
Personal Life:
- Partner of Robert Westerholt (Within Temptation guitarist)
- Has three children
- Lives in Hilversum, Netherlands
Musical Style and Influences:
- Symphonic metal
- Gothic metal
- Pop-rock
- Influenced by:
1. Tori Amos
2. Kate Bush
3. Florence + The Machine
4. Nightwish
Other Ventures:
- Collaborations with artists like Armin van Buuren and Avantasia
- Soundtrack contributions (e.g., "The Chronicles of Narnia")
WITHIN TEMPTATION. Let her go
WITHIN TEMPTATION. The whole world is watching
WITHIN TEMPTATION. Behind Blue eyes
WITHIN TEMPTATION. Aquarius
WITHIN TEMPTATION. Apologies
WITHIN TEMPTATION. All I need
WITHIN TEMPTATION. Memories
WITHIN TEMPTATION. Forsaken
WITHIN TEMPTATION. Destroyed
WITHIN TEMPTATION. Dark wings
