In my opinion they really did a good job, man its a cover thats intention isn't to sound the same like the original, and they combined the great fear factory songwriting with their own style
I actually heard this version before I knew who Fear Factory was, and now they're one of my favorite bands. I saw them last month with Orbit Culture and Machine Head.
+NEXCUSX They did that a couple of years ago in LA, according to an interview with Burt. And they're going to perform at Epic Metal Fest (organised by Epica) on 22nd november 2015 in Holland to play Demanufacture completely. Maybe Simone will help him with the clean vocals in Replica.. he sometimes needs a little bit of help. And that from a big FF fan. Love Genexus.
Simple minded fools be raging at this cover, don't get missunderstood, I am a fear factory fan, but there is no need to complain about the cover, because both bands have their own style and play different genres.
EXCELLENT cover. One of the most important things with covers in my opinion, and its something you see less ans less, is the musicians (like the guitar, bass, drums etc) learn how to play it accurately, as it was originally written. This is a perfect example, the music was flawless. Vocals... I really liked it. I think she owned it really well, and to be able to own something that Burton does is hard to do, because he is an amazing singer. Put it this way, its made me curious now to look at more of Epica's stuff.
I don't know what everyone is bithcing about they made the cover in their own symphonic way plus the mix between heavy vocals and clean vocal actually made it better at least for me
because cultist fans of the band who listen to Fear Factory religiously, are butt hurt, because the feel it ruins there sacred bands song. not even joking, most of these fanatics will have shrines dedicated to the band along with multiple copies of the same CD but in a different format.
damn better then I expected. together with her pictures its not bad :). but seriously didn't expect so much of it. her voice is actually pretty impressive. and that's really surprising for me to say, because I normally can't stand any gothic
Whoaaa... I didn't see that coming 🔊 nice upload and who's the one doing the background screams? P.s side note both the singer and the girl who up loaded this are hot 😜
LMAO Slipknot or Fear Factory can never be as high-quality bands as Epica. They can only succeed commercially. If you think these bands are better than Epica, fuck off, you ignorant twat.🖕🏻
To all the people who say the original is "obviously better" Music is art, and like all art it is subject to taste. If you don't like it, say you don't like it. Saying it sucks is not accurate, because there's always people who have different tastes. Take me for example. I've heard both versions, and I was bored by Fear Factory's original performance, while I thoroughly enjoy this cover.
Fair play... I haven't. I listened to some of their initial offerings and didn't impress me much, especially with their relationship with Kamelot. I do owe them a fair listen. ^_^
A female vocalist really changes the context of the song... In the FF version, he is singing about becoming the rapist that caused his conception (replicating his father). With a female vocalist, she is singing about being a rape victim (replicating her mother). This creeps me the fuck out to listen to.
Interesting interpretation of the lyrics. I’ve always heard it sung from the POV of someone who feels their own existence is invalid because they are a product of rape.
Fear Factory are my favorite metal band of all time and, while I am not a fan, I think Epica are a pretty cool band for what they do. Unfortunately I don't think FF's industrial style suited them as much as they hoped to. Even though Simmone is a great singer she sounds off here. The brutal vocals are horribole. Still, I am happy they gave it a shot and I don't think the cover deserves the hate it gets. Chill out people, it's music, not war.
Not bad ... but may have been better with growls on verses and mixes on transition imho (I like the choruschorus) , to respect both Burton's parts and Epica's gimmicks Makes me prefer Lacuna's Depeche Mode or Arch Enemy's Tears for Fears covers
The cover itself is okay (apart from the growls, they should have get someone better to do it). What makes it bad the production. But kudos for doing such a cover
One thing is to say "i prefer this music much more than the original", but claiming "this is much better than the original" is plain ignorance. Educate yourself. This song was created in 1995, that's 17 years ago, there's no way epica could ever come out with such a power track like this one. I enjoy this version very much, but the comparison you just made isnt much different from the ones that claim that Bieber is better than Queen.
You don't respect Fear Factory then.... they did this the right way in 1994... . this band butchered it with today's technology. Don't get me wrong she sounds good. But they butchered this classic
Making a cover is all about paying respect to a band. How did the band, who's main influence is classical music, ruined the industrial metal band, who's all about technology, with today's technology? Not mentioning that this cover is more than ten years old, making it hardly ''today's'' technology.
![Mechina - Zero Signal [Fear Factory Cover]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/XMZUlAk2Oc4/mqdefault.jpg)
![Fear Factory - Replica [OFFICIAL VIDEO]](/img/n.gif)
In my opinion they really did a good job, man its a cover thats intention isn't to sound the same like the original, and they combined the great fear factory songwriting with their own style
I agree! This is an excellent rendition. It's unique however upholds all the key mixing decisions and instrumentation.
With a female singing, it sounds more personal.
Simone kills it in the vocals!! WOOOOW!! Awesome cover
There's only one Fear Factory. Epica did a nice cover.
No way as aggressive as Fear Factory..
But I have to admit, the vocalist really owns the chorus on this version, sick
Agreed
Killer voice.
She looks like Ariel from The Little Mermaid. Beautiful gal
Looked*
I actually heard this version before I knew who Fear Factory was, and now they're one of my favorite bands. I saw them last month with Orbit Culture and Machine Head.
Epica's songs are EPIC!
Holy crap her singing the chorus...haunting
FF is my favorite band and I like this cover
Imagine if they had Burton C Bell doing the heavy vocals that would be an awesome duet :)
***** man you suck at trolling.
+NEXCUSX They did that a couple of years ago in LA, according to an interview with Burt. And they're going to perform at Epic Metal Fest (organised by Epica) on 22nd november 2015 in Holland to play Demanufacture completely. Maybe Simone will help him with the clean vocals in Replica.. he sometimes needs a little bit of help. And that from a big FF fan. Love Genexus.
Yeah man! i would like that too!
Imagine if they had Burton on vocals and the rest of the FF band doing the instruments. It would sound perfect, just like FF! 🤣
@@UltraTaco223 not if it was a duet #failedtoller
Love it. It's awesome!
Not sure what everyone is complaining about this cover is pretty damn good.
Simple minded fools be raging at this cover, don't get missunderstood, I am a fear factory fan, but there is no need to complain about the cover, because both bands have their own style and play different genres.
because people hate epica for no fucking reason
Love it great mix and production and most of all love the fusion between the metal and the industrial vibe
Amazing
Ultra talented dream team,you really did an immense cover.tons of congrats!!!!!!!!!
Wow...this is better than I expected
Este cover es DEMASIADO excelente. Gracias Saraí ^_^ !
what's your problem? cover is fucking epic!
Amazing great work.really a great cover.
the chorus is the best part of the cover
2:34 arrepia a alma! ♥️♥️♥️
i love this version, unbelievable! \m/
This is really cool sounding! Love it.
Great cover & love the vocals!
AMAZING!
I’m shocked by how well the chorus goes with her vocals. I got goosebumps & that almost never happens. Impressive.
Muito bom 👏
I just did that... Most amazing thing I've heard in my life!
Simone Simmons is the lady of metal!
Cool!!
EXCELLENT cover. One of the most important things with covers in my opinion, and its something you see less ans less, is the musicians (like the guitar, bass, drums etc) learn how to play it accurately, as it was originally written. This is a perfect example, the music was flawless. Vocals... I really liked it. I think she owned it really well, and to be able to own something that Burton does is hard to do, because he is an amazing singer. Put it this way, its made me curious now to look at more of Epica's stuff.
@LizethBaal
a mi tambien me parece exelente
me gusto escuchar a epica hacer algo un poco diferente
saludos hasta colombia Rocks
From a devout Fear Factory fan, Epica's singer gives Burton a run for his money in the chorus though!
no no noooooo puede ser q idola
Muy bueno
Fucking great version guys!!
Very Nice!🤓
This is the best version! Her voice just completes it.
Ryder Kick! No. Sit down, please.
amo a esta chica y amo este tema demasiados efectos en la voz d ese angel
muy bueno...
caralhoooooooooooooooooooooooo
nice cover of this song
i love the original, but i like this one a lot :)
Play the original and this cover and the same time and prepare for a scary amount of epicness.
The last picture is so awesome. lol
she might be the second most amazing woman ever
it's aight
I don't know what everyone is bithcing about they made the cover in their own symphonic way plus the mix between heavy vocals and clean vocal actually made it better at least for me
because cultist fans of the band who listen to Fear Factory religiously, are butt hurt, because the feel it ruins there sacred bands song. not even joking, most of these fanatics will have shrines dedicated to the band along with multiple copies of the same CD but in a different format.
Πόσο θεά.....
Power woman...☆
Better than the original version :D
Khorne Sith No. Please sit down.
damn better then I expected. together with her pictures its not bad :). but seriously didn't expect so much of it. her voice is actually pretty impressive. and that's really surprising for me to say, because I normally can't stand any gothic
Does Simone usually sing her vocal melodies like this? Does she write`em in Epica?
me quedo con la original de FF, pero eso sí, la nena de Epica es una auténtica belleza^^
MOTHERFUCKING EPICA IN THE HOUSE!!!!!!!!!!!
Whoaaa... I didn't see that coming 🔊 nice upload and who's the one doing the background screams?
P.s side note both the singer and the girl who up loaded this are hot 😜
Mark Jansen is the grunter, guitarist, leader and composer of Epica.
actually it's better than the original
@psyniac Guess "The Rest" is too much for your Soul.
There will never be a band like fear factory or slipknot 👊
LMAO Slipknot or Fear Factory can never be as high-quality bands as Epica. They can only succeed commercially. If you think these bands are better than Epica, fuck off, you ignorant twat.🖕🏻
To all the people who say the original is "obviously better"
Music is art, and like all art it is subject to taste. If you don't like it, say you don't like it. Saying it sucks is not accurate, because there's always people who have different tastes.
Take me for example. I've heard both versions, and I was bored by Fear Factory's original performance, while I thoroughly enjoy this cover.
Holy fuck. This is totally EPIC!!
Fair play... I haven't. I listened to some of their initial offerings and didn't impress me much, especially with their relationship with Kamelot.
I do owe them a fair listen. ^_^
I'm so winded (Chino Moreno) deftones |n|
Original is better obviously
but i still love this cover, this band deserves kudos for the awesome cover
She can do the Melodic Chorus fine, but she bombed the shouted chorus
1:36
I don't mind the cover, its ok. My personal opinion they should've seen if Burton Bell would've done a duet with her :)
1:36🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩
A female singing this makes it sound more personal, heart felt.
My only complaint is it didn’t start off with “HUH” 🤣
Oh no.
better than the original
Totally agree with you on the Lacuna Coil bit. The vocals on this track are atrocious (and that's being polite)
I'm a true Metal Head! And, that's a great cover!🤓🍻
not as sheer brutal or heavy as the original
Esta bien el cover, pero pues me quedo con la de FF :3
@psyniac ;) MA
A female vocalist really changes the context of the song... In the FF version, he is singing about becoming the rapist that caused his conception (replicating his father). With a female vocalist, she is singing about being a rape victim (replicating her mother). This creeps me the fuck out to listen to.
"becoming the rapist that caused his conception?" the fuck did you get that from? rape is just a metaphor, hes not actually talking about raping
Interesting interpretation of the lyrics. I’ve always heard it sung from the POV of someone who feels their own existence is invalid because they are a product of rape.
I wish I hadn't listened that.
Damn! It's 50-50 i guess...
Whopper cover
@mrnewton86 i was going to give you the thumbs down but then you said OWNS THE CHORUS, and thats a thumbs up... so i dunno what to do xD
Fear Factory are my favorite metal band of all time and, while I am not a fan, I think Epica are a pretty cool band for what they do. Unfortunately I don't think FF's industrial style suited them as much as they hoped to. Even though Simmone is a great singer she sounds off here. The brutal vocals are horribole.
Still, I am happy they gave it a shot and I don't think the cover deserves the hate it gets. Chill out people, it's music, not war.
The harsh vocals are very At The Gates sounding which is fine.
I like the chorus vocals, and that is surprising because I usually hate female clean vocals in metal bands. (nightwish, evanescence, etc).
Cagaron la canción de Fear Factory definitivamente!!!!
Khe? O.o
Its interesting as covers go, but I just don't her vocals work on the chorus.
Their growler is weak...
Aside from this it's a very very good cover. (Though nothing ever beats the original of course)
the opera chourus actually goes
Not bad ... but may have been better with growls on verses and mixes on transition imho (I like the choruschorus) , to respect both Burton's parts and Epica's gimmicks
Makes me prefer Lacuna's Depeche Mode or Arch Enemy's Tears for Fears covers
Not bad. I still prefer the original, but this isn't bad.
The cover itself is okay (apart from the growls, they should have get someone better to do it). What makes it bad the production. But kudos for doing such a cover
deadasfak The growls are done by Mark Jansen, the best in the biz. The mixing isn't too great though.
the growling sucks but for the rest its bloody good!!
Thanks, now i can understand the lyrics
One thing is to say "i prefer this music much more than the original", but claiming "this is much better than the original" is plain ignorance. Educate yourself.
This song was created in 1995, that's 17 years ago, there's no way epica could ever come out with such a power track like this one.
I enjoy this version very much, but the comparison you just made isnt much different from the ones that claim that Bieber is better than Queen.
In my opinion it 's awlfull!😖
@LizethBaal es distinta a la original, pero mejor.... tampoco te pases
I like this so much more than the original. I don't get the hate that it is getting. It's almost sad.
You don't respect Fear Factory then.... they did this the right way in 1994... . this band butchered it with today's technology. Don't get me wrong she sounds good. But they butchered this classic
JLOVE Bannigan that might be true. This was the first version that I heard so that could be why I don't like the original.
lol
Making a cover is all about paying respect to a band. How did the band, who's main influence is classical music, ruined the industrial metal band, who's all about technology, with today's technology? Not mentioning that this cover is more than ten years old, making it hardly ''today's'' technology.
Epica is amazing symphonic metal band, but this song is not in their style. It belongs only to FF!
Instrumentals are extremely faithful to the original. Vocals aren't so hot.
Simone esta bien buenota