Evanescence Drops 'Afterlife' Video for Netflix's 'Devil May Cry,' Hints at Season 2 Plot

April 17, 2025
Evanescence Drops 'Afterlife' Video for Netflix's 'Devil May Cry,' Hints at Season 2 Plot
  • This release marks 'Afterlife' as the first original song from Evanescence since their 2021 album, 'The Bitter Truth,' and it premiered in March 2025.

  • Evanescence has unveiled the music video for their new single 'Afterlife,' featured in Netflix's animated series 'Devil May Cry.'

  • Directed by Jason Lester, the video integrates fresh clips from the show, hinting at developments for the anticipated second season.

  • The single has quickly gained traction, becoming the fastest growing in Evanescence's history with over six million audio streams and five million video views in its first week.

  • The music video features lead vocalist Amy Lee in a visually dynamic performance, showcasing her alongside the band with striking visuals, including flashing red lights.

  • Dante, a central character in the series, is depicted in action during the video, demonstrating his skills while being observed by characters from the show.

  • Hints within the video suggest a shift in the storyline for season two, indicating that Dante will actively engage in the fight against Darkcom Uno.

  • The 'Devil May Cry' series, based on the popular video game franchise, is currently available for streaming on Netflix, featuring a soundtrack that includes contributions from various artists.

  • Netflix has confirmed the production of 'Devil May Cry' Season 2 shortly after the successful release of the first season.

  • Evanescence recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of their debut album 'Fallen,' which included iconic tracks like 'Bring Me To Life' and 'My Immortal.'

  • Series creator Adi Shankar has praised the franchise and incorporated a heavy metal soundtrack to honor the genre's legends.

  • Looking ahead, Evanescence plans to focus on new music in 2025, with upcoming performances alongside major acts like My Chemical Romance and Metallica.

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