Within Temptation and Smash Into Pieces unveil joint music video for powerful single “Somebody Like You”
Dutch band Within Temptation and Swedish rock act Smash Into Pieces have released the official music video for their collaborative single “Somebody Like You”, marking the result of their creative partnership. The video followed shortly after the digital release of the track and has already drawn the attention of fans of both bands.
The song “Somebody Like You” was officially released on January 9, 2026, and became available on all major streaming platforms. The track is presented as an emotional rock ballad, combining modern alternative rock elements with cinematic orchestration. An orchestra of 22 musicians was involved in the recording, adding scale and depth to the composition.
The vocal performance of Sharon den Adel, frontwoman of Within Temptation, plays a central role in shaping the atmosphere of the song, while the contribution of Smash Into Pieces brings the band’s signature energy and contemporary rock intensity. According to the musicians, the song explores themes of vulnerability, emotional connection, and the search for support, reflected both in the lyrics and the dynamic structure of the music.
The collaboration between the two bands has been developing over several years, with Within Temptation and Smash Into Pieces sharing stages and touring together on multiple occasions. This shared live experience, as noted by both parties, laid the foundation for the joint single. Sharon den Adel stated that working on the song allowed the band to revisit orchestral elements that were instrumental in shaping Within Temptation’s early sound, while adapting them to a modern rock context.
Members of Smash Into Pieces emphasized that collaborating with Within Temptation represents an important milestone in their career. The band, active for more than 18 years, has repeatedly cited Within Temptation as a source of inspiration, and working together on “Somebody Like You” became a natural and meaningful step for them.
The accompanying music video is presented in a restrained and atmospheric style. The visual focuses on the emotional delivery of the song, supporting its lyrical tone without relying on an elaborate storyline, instead highlighting performance and mood.
The release of the joint single coincides with a significant moment in the history of Within Temptation, as the band celebrates the 25th anniversary of their album Mother Earth, which marked a turning point in their career and brought them international recognition. Against this backdrop, “Somebody Like You” stands as a symbolic connection between experience, legacy, and modern sound.
The collaboration between Within Temptation and Smash Into Pieces is already being regarded as one of the notable rock releases of the beginning of the year, uniting fans of symphonic and alternative rock and reaffirming the relevance of both bands on the global music scene.
