Within Temptation - Whole World Is Watching

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Review by Nicolò Riggio

Whole World Is Watching by Within Temptation: A Symphonic Rock Gem That Still Hits Hard Let’s get real for a sec—Within Temptation has always had this knack for making music that feels like it’s straight outta some epic movie soundtrack. Their 2014 album Whole World Is Watching is no different. Released across the UK, Europe, Netherlands, Australia, New Zealand, and Ireland under labels like Dramatico and Roadrunner Records, this record packs all the drama you'd expect from symphonic rock legends. But here’s the thing—it doesn’t just rely on bombastic orchestration; it hits you where it counts with raw emotion. Now, let me break it down for ya. This album's got multiple versions of its title track "Whole World Is Watching," which might sound excessive at first glance, but trust me, they each bring something unique to the table. The album version stands out because it’s kinda stripped back compared to their usual over-the-top productions. It’s heavy on the vocals and lyrics, and man, does Sharon den Adel deliver. Her voice cuts through like she’s singing directly to your soul. You can almost picture her standing there in some smoky battlefield, belting her heart out while the world crumbles around her. It’s dramatic as hell, but in the best possible way. Then there’s “One Of These Days (Demo Version).” I gotta say, this one stuck with me more than I thought it would. It’s rough around the edges, sure, but that’s what makes it so memorable. There’s this haunting simplicity to the melody that pulls you in, and when the drums kick in halfway through, it’s like BAM—suddenly you’re wide awake. It’s not perfect, but maybe that’s why I love it. It feels honest, like peeking behind the curtain at what the band was thinking before they polished everything up. And yeah, okay, there are other tracks like “Keep On Breathing (Demo Version)” and an instrumental version of the title song, but honestly? They feel more like bonus content rather than essential listens. Not bad, just… extra. Here’s the kicker though—the whole vibe of this album feels like a bridge between old-school Within Temptation fans and newer ones who dig their bigger, bolder sound. Some people might gripe about the multiple remixes and edits, but personally, I think it shows how much care went into crafting these songs. Like, hey, if you’re gonna do it, do it right, y’know? Reflection time: Listening to Whole World Is Watching again made me realize how rare it is to find bands that can balance massive production value with genuine emotional weight. And weirdly enough, it also reminded me of those late-night drives where you blast music loud enough to drown out your own thoughts. Maybe that’s why this album still sticks with me—it’s less about perfection and more about feeling alive. Or maybe I’m just getting sappy in my old age. Either way, worth a listen.

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Download

Filename: within-temptation-whole-world-is-watching.zip
  • MP3 size: 59 mb
  • FLAC size: 427 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Whole world is watching (album version)4:03
Keep On Breathing (Demo Version)3:02
Whole World Is Watching4:03
One Of These Days (Demo Version)2:31
One of These Days (Demo Version)2:31
Whole world is watching (radio edit)3:32
Whole World Is Watching (Video)4:13
Whole World Is Watching (Instrumental)
Keep on Breathing (Demo Version)3:02
Whole World Is Watching (Edit)

Video

Within Temptation - Whole World is Watching ft. Dave Pirner

Images

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Catalog Numbers

PROMOBMG1041

Labels

  • BMG Rights Management
  • Roadrunner Records
  • Dramatico
  • BMG Benelux

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Formats

  • 4 × File
  • EP
  • AAC
  • 256 kbps File
  • MPEG-4 Video
  • CDr
  • Single
  • Promo
  • MP3
  • 320 kbps
  • CD
  • Small Jewel Case

Companies

RoleCompany
Manufactured ByRoadrunner Records Australia

Notes

  • Description on the band's official website: "The third Hydra single ‘Whole World is Watching’ was recorded in two versions: an international version with Dave Pirner (Soul Asylum) and a second version created especially for friends in Poland, with Piotr Rogucki (COMA). Due to incredibly high demand, we are releasing a special Whole World is Watching EP package with both versions of the single featuring Dave and Piotr. The package also includes two exclusive demo versions of tracks that are not on the final album. In addition to these songs, the EP package also includes the music video for Whole World is Watching with Dave Pirner."
  • Promotional CD 2 tracks.

Barcodes

  • Other (iTunes ID): id818427870
  • Other (upc): 802987061728

About Within Temptation

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Dutch gothic/symphonic metal band founded in April 1996 in Waddinxveen.

Name Vars

  • WT
  • Wihin Temptation
  • Within Temptations
  • Within' Temptation
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Members

  • Michiel Papenhove
  • Jeroen van Veen
  • Robert Westerholt
  • Martijn Westerholt
  • Sharon den Adel
  • Stefan Helleblad
  • Stephen van Haestregt
  • Martijn Spierenburg
  • Ivar De Graaf
  • Jelle Bakker
  • Dennis Leeflang
  • Ruud Jolie
  • Mike Coolen

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: Within Temptation's *Whole World Is Watching* album, released in 2014, has not one but *two* demo versions of the track "One of These Days." It’s like getting a behind-the-scenes peek at how the band shapes their sound. The album also includes multiple versions of the title track, giving fans a chance to experience it in different ways—like the radio edit, instrumental, and even a video edit. It’s pretty wild how much variety they packed into one release!

Comments

ranman2000
ranman2000
2025-03-13
Шляпа полная!Не соответствуют друг друга!Неее!Говно!
viciousvenus
viciousvenus
2025-03-13
Love you Dave?
suziecheel
suziecheel
2025-03-13
I rather to have Sharon singing alone
paradigmshifterblog
paradigmshifterblog
2025-03-12
Lyrics:

You live your life, you go day by day
Like nothing can go wrong
Then scars are made, they're changing the game
You learn to play it hard
And I know you wish for more
And I know you try
And I hope you realize
You know the time is right
The whole world is watching when you rise
The whole world is beating free right now
Your whole life is flashing for your eyes
It's all in this moment that changes all
What are you waiting for?
What are you fighting for?
'Cause time's always slipping away
The whole world is watching
The whole world is watching you when you rise
You build your walls then break them away
'Cause that is what it takes
You saved yourself, you found who you are
That never goes away
And I know you wish for more
And I know you try
And I hope you realize
You know the time is right
The whole world is watching when you rise
The whole world is beating free right now
Your whole life is flashing for your eyes
It's all in this moment that changes all
What are you waiting for?
What are you fighting for?
'Cause time's always slipping away
The whole world is watching
Yeah, the whole world is watching you when you rise
Your sacrifice goes through your mind
But nothing is wasted, you've made it now
You rise again, breaking out
Each step that you've taken, you've paid the price
The whole world is watching
The whole world is watching
The whole world is watching you when you rise
What are you waiting for?
What are you fighting for?
'Cause time's always slipping away
The whole world is watching
Yeah, the whole world is watching you when you rise
syababpalembang
syababpalembang
2025-03-12
шикарная композиция!! ?????
juliansato
juliansato
2025-03-12
I recommend listening to Federica Lanna's cover https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kyfH71nbyY
ananthakrishnanm967
ananthakrishnanm967
2025-03-12
Within Temptation or Nightwish? Who is better? Who can answer?
johnnylex
johnnylex
2025-03-12
Aika koskettava kappale ,tuo tunteet esiin täysin.
afroboycom
afroboycom
2025-03-12
Apakah ada orang Indonesia yang menyukai lagu dan band ini.?
heyrishii
heyrishii
2025-03-11
Weak, compared to the version with Piotr.
fillysaxton
fillysaxton
2025-03-10
Love this song ❤
ilovekrisz
ilovekrisz
2025-03-10
One of the ABSOLUTE very best songs I've heard, damn what wonderful voices these people have.
YOU ARE THE BEST.
Greetings from Sweden?
roficabdulloh
roficabdulloh
2025-03-10
Favourite song
ikawka
ikawka
2025-03-10
Is it just me that prefers this version to the other one? I'm not the biggest fan of Poitr Rogucki's voice.
mxttan
mxttan
2025-03-09
Ylove , love , love , big up song !
savecents1
savecents1
2025-03-09
Dedicado à mulher da minha vida.Patricia Micano.Nos bons e nos maus momentos da minha vida.Te amo.
devilishphiloso
devilishphiloso
2025-03-08
Woah z look what ma and pa Zion. Is doing. All evil world stop eating ur own heart and minds out. We are not no darned. Vampire or vampires. To. Hell be all those !
thepunjabae
thepunjabae
2025-03-07
Its broken version of this avesome virus song, yes this british candy-man looks like less confused with divine Sharon Den Adel,