#Spierenburg

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[planethell]

Martijn is leaving Within Temptation

Here’s his statement:

After 24 incredible years, I have made the bittersweet decision to part ways with Within Temptation. This journey has been nothing short of extraordinary—filled with unforgettable moments, countless gigs, and the privilege of sharing music with an amazing group of people, both band and crew. I am truly grateful for all the moments we shared, both on and especially off stage, and I will forever cherish these memories. Together with my fellow band members, I’ve been able to achieve everything—and even more—than I could ever have dreamed of when I started my first piano lessons back in 1984. Within Temptation has been more than just a band to me; it’s been a family. Leaving is not a decision I have taken lightly.

As I step away, I look forward to working on new projects that will allow me to grow both as a musician and as a person. While this chapter closes, the love and respect I have for my bandmates will remain with me always.

To the fans, I cannot thank you enough for all the support, energy, and love you’ve given me over the years. You’ve been the heart of my journey, and I am eternally grateful.

So long, farewell,

Auf Wiedersehen, goodbye

Martijn Spierenburg

[brokenpiecesshine]

Within Temptation - Ritual (behind the scenes)

📸 Set Vexy

[irenek90]

Nine years ago, today ❤️‍🔥

Within Temptation live in Milan ~ Hydra Tour

I wanna share some pictures my dad shot that night because his pictures are insanely good.

I was front row and I shot great pictures too.

[withintemptationrares]

📍 Worlds Collide Tour, Brussels, Belgium (21/11/2022).

📸 wildandmisfit on IG

[breedsblood]

Within Temptation - Gothic Christmas - Live Streaming With Just Jen Reacts

Click Link For Full Video

https://rumble.com/v48o2zn-within-temptation-gothic-christmas-live-streaming-with-just-jen-reacts.html?mref=1t2sy0&mc=e0pra

[bobmorane]

« Ce qui arrive ici (15 novembre 1976, victoire du Parti Québécois) est un peu comme l’élection d’Allende au Chili. C’est une victoire de la vie contre la mort. Une victoire du bonheur sur la misère. Une victoire du petit contre le gros. Une victoire de l’homme contre la barbarie. Ce qui survient ici est le retour de la vie après 200 ans de mort. C’est très important pour l’humanité. Partout dans le monde, de tous les temps, lorsqu’un peuple ou une espèce meurt, l’humanité perd une culture, perd sa richesse, perd de précieuses différences, perd des années et des années d’expérience. Ce qui arrive ici c’est un peuple, un petit peuple, qui refuse de mourir. Se battant pour la vie. C’est très beau. Ce n’est pas terminé, ça fait juste commencer. Nous avons gagné une bataille, mais nous n’avons pas gagné la guerre. La lutte sera difficile, très difficile et longue. Toutes les forces qui souhaitent notre mort sont puissantes, très puissantes. Elles ne nous donneront rien. Nous aurons à le prendre par toutes les façons, y compris les films, y compris l’art. Mais nous gagnerons. Il est certain que nous gagnerons. »

Pierre Falardeau, dans une lettre à son ami Léon Spierenburg, 27 novembre 1976

[my-chaos-radio]

Release: January 31, 2005

Lyrics:

In this world you tried

Not leaving me alone behind.

There's no other way.

I prayed to the gods let him stay.

The memories ease the pain inside,

Now I know why.

All of my memories keep you near.

In silent moments imagine you here.

All of my memories keep you near.

Your silent whispers, silent tears.

Made me promise I'd try

To find my way back in this life.

I hope there is a way

To give me a sign you're OK.

Reminds me again it's worth it all

So I can go on.

All of my memories keep you near.

In silent moments imagine you here.

All of my memories keep you near.

Your silent whispers, silent tears.

Together in all these memories

I see your smile.

All the memories I hold dear.

Darling, you know I will love you

'Til the end of time.

All of my memories

All of my memories keep you near.

In silent moments imagine you here.

All of my memories keep you near.

Your silent whispers, silent tears.

Songwriter:

Martinus J. E. Martijn Spierenburg / Robert Westerholt / Sharon J. Den Adel

SongFacts:

"Memories" is a ballad song by the Dutch symphonic metal band Within Temptation from their third studio album The Silent Force. It was released on January 31, 2005 as the album's second single, along with a music video. The song was covered by American classical crossover singer Jackie Evancho for her third studio album Awakening.

[handsofdarkness]

#WTflashbackfriday | Within Temptation performs ‘Never-Ending Story’ at 013 Tilburg (2008)

[tarja-turunens-cheekbones]

literally so sad I wasn’t there but SO happy for them that they finally got to perform live. they all look so happy 😌

📸 5,6: @juliuskonttinen on IG

7: @sharondenadel_fin on IG

[odinsson2021]

🥰🥰🥰

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Longtime WITHIN TEMPTATION Keyboardist MARTIJN SPIERENBURG Announces His Departure From Band

Longtime WITHIN TEMPTATION keyboardist Martijn Spierenburg has announced his departure from the Dutch symphonic metal band.

Earlier today (Monday, December 9),Martijn released the following statement via social media: "After 24 incredible years, I have made the bittersweet decision to part ways with WITHIN TEMPTATION.

"This journey has been nothing short of extraordinary — filled with unforgettable moments, countless gigs, and the privilege of sharing music with an amazing group of people, both band and crew. I am truly grateful for all the moments we shared, both on and especially off stage, and I will forever cherish these memories. Together with my fellow band members, I've been able to achieve everything — and even more — than I could ever have dreamed of when I started my first piano lessons back in 1984. WITHIN TEMPTATION has been more than just a band to me; it's been a family. Leaving is not a decision I have taken lightly.

"As I step away, I look forward to working on new projects that will allow me to grow both as a musician and as a person. While this chapter closes, the love and respect I have for my bandmates will remain with me always.

"To the fans, I cannot thank you enough for all the support, energy, and love you've given me over the years. You've been the heart of my journey, and I am eternally grateful.

"So long, farewell, auf wiedersehen, goodbye."

The remaining members of WITHIN TEMPTATION added in a separate statement: "Dear Martijn, cheers to you! Thank you for 24 amazing years. It's been an incredible ride together playing hundreds of shows, visiting cities around the globe and making music together. We will miss you, but this is not a goodbye."

Spierenburg joined WITHIN TEMPTATION in 2001, shortly after the release of the band's second full-length studio album, "Mother Earth".

Spierenburg co-wrote songs for various WITHIN TEMPTATION albums, including "Angels", "Memories", "Jillian (I'd Give My Heart)", "Our Solemn Hour", "The Cross", "Sinéad" and "Forgiven". Spierenburg also wrote orchestral arrangements for the band, and oversaw the orchestra when the band was recording albums.

WITHIN TEMPTATION, founded in 1996, became the prominent face of symphonic metal worldwide. For their eight studio albums, they were rewarded with the Conamus Export Prize four times in a row and various other prizes such as MTV Europe and TMF Awards, two Edisons and awards from metal magazines such as Loudwire, Metal Hammer and Revolver. WITHIN TEMPTATION has been the best internationally selling band from the Netherlands for years — with over four million albums and DVDs sold.

[planethell]

Look at Ruud rocking out! So cool and- wait..

What’s Martijn got there?

Is that…

Wine???

Ok. Dude. Fair play

[brokenpiecesshine]

Within Temptation, live in Tel Aviv, Israel (04/06/2023).

📸 Liron-Inbal Parsi

[irenek90]

Happy 3rd anniversary Entertain You 💚

I'm still very proud of this fan made of mine.

The band even shared my fanart on Instagram and Twitter ✨

[withintemptationrares]

📍 Worlds Collide Tour, Brussels, Belgium (22/11/2022).

📸 gyve21 on IG