Evanescence are an American rock band from Little Rock, Arkansas, United States. Formed in 1994 by vocalist and pianist Amy Lee and guitarist Ben Moody, they rose to global prominence with their debut album "Fallen" in 2003. Blending alternative metal, gothic rock, hard rock and symphonic elements, the band became known for dark, cinematic arrangements and Lee’s classically influenced vocals.
"Fallen" yielded landmark singles such as "Bring Me to Life" and "My Immortal", earning Evanescence two Grammy Awards, including Best New Artist, and establishing them as a leading mainstream rock act. They continued with "The Open Door", the self‑titled "Evanescence", the orchestral‑electronic reimagining "Synthesis", and the heavier, politically and personally charged "The Bitter Truth".
Key songs across their catalogue include "Going Under", "Call Me When You’re Sober", "What You Want", "Wasted on You", "Afterlife" (from the Netflix series "Devil May Cry") and "Fight Like a Girl" from the John Wick spin‑off film "Ballerina". Evanescence remain active in the studio and on international tours, retaining a strong influence on modern rock and metal.
