For their first album "Lucidity" they invited several guest musicians:
Jan Yrlund - guitars (Imperia)
Ariën van Weesenbeek - drums (ex-Pandaemonium, ex-Imperia, ex-God Dethroned, Epica)
Ad Sluijter - guitars (ex-Epica)
George Oosthoek - grunts (ex-Orphanage, After Forever touring member)
Guus Eikens - keyboards (ex-Orphanage)
Sharon Den Adel - vocals (Within Temptation)
Marco Hietala - bass, vocals (Tarot, Nightwish)
Liv Kristine - vocals (ex-Theatre of Tragedy, Leaves' Eyes)
At the end of 2007 Delain stated that they intended to release a second album in 2008, but in November 2008, it was announced that the new album "April Rain" would be released on February 9th, 2009. In 2009, "April Rain" was delayed further until March 2009; the title track single, however, was released in February.
In February 2010, Delain announced they had started working on their third album, and that bassist Rob van der Loo would leave the band the same year due to time constraints. In March, Otto Schimmelpenninck van der Oije was announced as Rob's successor. On October 4, 2010, Delain announced they were to part company with guitarist Ewout Pieters. Timo Somers was announced as his replacement on April 17, 2011.
Originally intended for release in early 2012, the third album's release date was unknown due to Warner Music's purchase of Roadrunner Records. However, it was announced via a Facebook message on the band official page that the album would be released on June 1, 2012 with the album's first single, 'Get the Devil Out of Me'. It was released on 13 April 2012 via CNR Music, who took over Delain from Warner Music. The second single from the album was the title track, 'We Are the Others'. It was announced on 3 November that Delain would headline Dames of Darkness Festival (Wolverhampton, UK) which they had previously headlined in 2009 (under the Femme Metal Festival)."
On 26 February 2013, Delain announced that they will release a special album entitled Interlude that would include new songs, covers, live tracks, special versions of previous songs and a bonus DVD. It was released on various dates throughout the first week of May worldwide.
On 23 January 2014, Delain announced that they will release a new album entitled "The Human Contradiction". It was released on April 5, 2014 in Europe, and on April 8, 2014 in North America.
On June 4, 2014, it was announced that drummer Sander Zoer would step down from the band due to personal reasons; he would continue working behind the scenes of Delain. The replacement drummer was announced to be Ruben Israel, who had stepped in for Zoer during Delain's tour with Kamelot. Zoer will continue to perform until September.
The band brought with them Merel Bechtold (MaYaN, Purest of Pain) as a second guitarist for their UK tour in November 2014. Bassist Otto Schimmelpenninck van der Oije suffered an injury on November 26, 2014, when he was accidentally hit by a streamer cannon, causing his left testicle to rupture. This incident was said to be caused by uncertain stage positioning, as there were six people onstage instead of the usual five. While he was recovering, the band used pre-recorded bass parts. No permanent damage was done, and as of January 12, 2015, Schimmelpenninck van der Oije has resumed touring.
Delain is currently touring with Sabaton and Battle Beast, and will tour North America with Sabaton as support for Nightwish. Merel Bechtold will fill in for guitarist Timo Somers until February due to Somers' full schedule.
In early October of 2017, Ruben announced leaving the band. His last show played at 1st of November 2017. The temporary(?) drummer of the band Joey de Boer.
In February 2021, Charlotte, Otto, Timo and Joey left Delain.
On August 9th of 2022, the new single "The Quest and the Curse" was unleashed, revealing both Charlotte and Otto's replacements - Romanian born Singer/Songwriter 'Diana Leah' who is based in Torino, Italy, as well as musician 'Ludovico Cioffi' of Italy from the Italian bands - Carnality, Nightland, The Modern Age Slavery, Sun of the Suns.
Members
- Current members:
* Martijn Westerholt – Keyboards
* Diana Leah - Vocals
* Ronald Landa - Guitars and Backing Vocals
* Ludovico Cioffi – Bass and Backing Vocals
* Sander Zoer - Drums
Discography:
-Albums:
Lucidity - 2006
April Rain - 2009
We Are The Others - 2012
The Human Contradiction - 2014
Moonbathers - 2016
Apocalypse & Chill - 2020
Dark Waters - 2023
Live:
A Decade of Delain: Live at Paradiso - 2017
-Singles:
* Frozen - 2007
* See Me In Shadow - 2007
* The Gathering - 2008
* April Rain - 2009
* Stay Forever - 2009
* Smalltown Boy - 2009
* Get the Devil Out of Me - 2012
* Stardust - 2014
-Demos:
* Amenity - 2002
Official Website: www.delain.nl
Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/delainmusic
Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/delainmusic
Cordell
Delain Lyrics
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I thought you'd always be there
And I'll always hold on to your face
But everything changes in time
And the answers are not always fair
And I hope you've gone to a better place
Cordell, time will tell
And I hope you've gone to a better place
Time will tell, time will tell
They say that you past away
And I know that you've gone to a better place
Cordell, cordell
Cordell, cordell
Your lover and baby will cry
But your presence will always remain
Is this how it was meant to be
You meant something more to me
Than what many people will see
And to hell with the industry
Cordell, time will tell
They say that you past away
And I hope you've gone to a better place
Time will tell, time will tell
We all will depart and decay
And we all will return to a better place
Cordell, cordell
Cordell, cordell
Nana, nana, nana, nana
Nana, nana, nana, nana
The lyrics of Delain's song "Cordell" are a reflection on the passing of a loved one. The singer of the song, who was once deeply connected to the deceased, is struggling to come to terms with their loss. They acknowledge that everything changes with time and that the answers to why they had to pass away might not be fair. The singer hopes that the deceased has gone to a better place and that they will always hold on to their memory, despite the pain of their absence.
The song also addresses the impact that the loss has on those left behind, particularly the lover and baby of the deceased, who will mourn for them. The singer recognizes that the person they are mourning meant more to them than what others may see, even though their connection was a personal one, as opposed to the connection individuals have with a person in the music industry. The lyrics of "Cordell" convey the powerful emotions that come with the loss of a loved one, and the silver lining that they have gone to a better place.
Line by Line Meaning
Though once you ruled my mind
In the past, I gave you great influence over my thoughts
I thought you'd always be there
I believed you would always be around in my life
And I'll always hold on to your face
Your image and memory will remain with me forever
But everything changes in time
Time brings change to all things in life
And the answers are not always fair
Life can be cruel and unpredictable, and outcomes may not be just
And I hope you've gone to a better place
I wish that you are in a happier and more peaceful place now
Cordell, time will tell
Only time will reveal the truth about Cordell's passing
They say that you past away
There are rumors that you have passed away
And I know that you've gone to a better place
I believe that you are in a better place now
Your lover and baby will cry
Those who loved you will weep for your loss
But your presence will always remain
Your memory will never fade away and will always exist
Is this how it was meant to be
Was your death the intended outcome or just a random event?
You meant something more to me
You held a significant and important place in my life
Than what many people will see
Others may not have understood or appreciated the depth of our connection
And to hell with the industry
I reject the norms and expectations of the music industry
We all will depart and decay
We will all eventually die and decompose
And we all will return to a better place
We will all go to a happier and more peaceful place after we die
Nana, nana, nana, nana
A repeated nonsensical vocalization that does not have a specific meaning
Contributed by Oliver W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Валерія Гнезділо
Very unexpected cover. I've never though they would perform something like that. Respect!
muhamad sopyan
Though once you ruled my mind
I tought you'd always be there
And I'll always hold on to your face
But everything changes in time
And the answers are not always fair
And I hope you've gone to a better place
Cordell, time will tell
They say that you passed away
And I hope you've gone to a better place
Time will tell, time will tell
They say that you passed away
And I know that you've gone to a better place
Cordell, Cordell Cordell, Cordell
Cordell, Cordell Cordell, Cordell
Your lover and baby will cry
But your presence will always remain
Is this how it was meant to be
You meant something more to me
Than what many people will see
And to hell with the industry
Cordell, time will tell
They say that you passed away
And I hope you've gone to a better place
Time will tell, time will tell
We all will depart and decay
And we all will return to a better place
Cordell, Cordell Cordell, Cordell
Cordell, Cordell Cordell, Cordell
Nana, nana, nana, nana
Nana, nana, nana, nana
B.Entranceperium
Their unplugged stuff is incredible.
Ivan Radović
***** I agree.
Etoras56
Belle performance !❤️
Hirieo
Me encanta.. I love it...
Joseph Pike of Amaris
excellent!
Jhun Noethiz
The Cranberries' original (y)
B.Entranceperium
Thanks Neptune Cordell