Epica frontwoman Simone Simons was our guest on a recent episode of The MetalSucks Podcast to discuss the band’s new album, Omega, the Essence of Epica book, grinding through the pandemic and more.

Epica shared the news as well, stating that they're honored to be a part of the shows, which will also feature Ice Nine Kills. "There's nothing else to say; this is the ultimate for any metal band.

Simons has described the band’s latest album, 2014’s The Quantum Enigma, as the beginning of a new era. “A lot of things were different for us,” she says.