Evanescence is an American rock band formed in the mid-1990s in Little Rock, Arkansas, known for blending gothic, alternative, and symphonic metal influences with mainstream rock and alternative metal. Fronted by singer-songwriter and pianist Amy Lee, the group's music is characterized by dramatic, piano-driven arrangements, heavy guitar riffs, orchestral textures, and emotive, often melancholic vocals and lyrics. They achieved mainstream commercial success in the early 2000s with a polished, cinematic sound that incorporates elements of classical music and electronic programming alongside traditional rock instrumentation. Evanescence has been active across multiple periods since their formation.