With just days to go until the release of Sanctuary on June 5, early reviews for Evanescence’s sixth studio album are beginning to appear, and the response has been overwhelmingly positive.
One of the first published reviews comes from Metal Planet Music, which awarded the album an impressive 9/10 rating, praising the band’s willingness to evolve while still maintaining the core sound that has defined Evanescence for more than two decades. According to the review, Sanctuary is one of the band’s most adventurous releases yet, blending heavy guitars, electronic elements, cinematic atmosphere, and Amy Lee’s unmistakable vocals into a fresh and ambitious collection of songs.
Other early reviews have echoed similar sentiments. Kerrang! described the album as another example of Evanescence’s “quality over quantity” approach, highlighting its dramatic and cinematic style. Meanwhile, Metal Hammer called Sanctuary the band’s most vital album in years, praising its modern production, heavier edge, and confident songwriting.
The album features twelve tracks, including the singles “Who Will You Follow” and “Afterlife”, and marks Evanescence’s first full studio album since The Bitter Truth in 2021.
With multiple reviewers praising its ambition, energy, and contemporary sound, Sanctuary is shaping up to be one of the most celebrated Evanescence releases in recent memory. Fans will finally be able to hear the full album when it arrives on June 5.
Here at AmyLeeFans.com, we’re incredibly excited for the release and can’t wait to experience the album alongside fans around the world. After years of anticipation, Sanctuary is almost here, and June 5 can’t come soon enough.
Spoiler Warning
This article is spoiler-free, but some of the full reviews linked below may contain discussion of individual songs, lyrics, themes, and other album details. If you want to experience Sanctuary completely fresh on release day, you may wish to avoid reading the full reviews until after you’ve had a chance to listen.
Don’t Forget the Listening Party
Fans can also join Evanescence’s official Sanctuary Listening Party to celebrate the album’s release with fellow fans around the world. Registration is now open through the band’s official announcement. If you’re planning to listen on release day, be sure to sign up and take part in the celebration as Sanctuary finally arrives.
Register for the Sanctuary Listening Party