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
Don't Let Go
Delain Lyrics
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I feel you're everything now
I feel your hesitation
No, don't let go
If you're fine at the end of a lonely road
it's the light at the end of a tunnel
It's the fall goddess calling all assets, whoa
it's your voice saying I've been gone for too long
it's the very first words of my favorite song
it's the face in the crowd that is calling me, oh
(I need your inspiration in)
I need your inspiration in
I feel you're everything now
I feel your hesitation
No, don't let go
It was lonely and dark and it was getting cold
I was defiled from the light and getting old
I was counting the days and the years to come
(I need your inspiration in)
it take a stranger to make it so easy
it made me dance to the sound of you breathing
it makes it last as my last breath escapes me
(I need your inspiration in)
escapes me
I feel I'll never let you go again, I feel I'll never let you go again
I need your inspiration in
I feel you're everything now
I feel your hesitation
No, don't let go
The lyrics of Delain's "Don't Let Go" have a clear message of someone desperately seeking the love and inspiration of another person. The song is all about wanting to hold on to someone who makes life feel worth living. The lyrics mention the singer's fear of losing this special person and how their absence can make life seem dark and lonely. The repetition of "I need your inspiration in" and "No, don't let go" emphasizes the singer's need for this person's love and support.
The first verse highlights the importance of the person's presence in the singer's life. The singer feels that this person is everything to them and is afraid of losing them. The second verse focuses on the singer’s loneliness and how this person is their guiding light. The lyrics imply that this person’s mere presence has the ability to lift the singer's spirit, even when they are feeling down. The chorus emphasizes how integral this person is to the singer's life and how they don't want them to let go.
The bridge highlights the transformative power of this person's love. The lyrics imply that the singer's life was once lonely and dark, but this person has brought light and energy into their life. The reference to a “stranger” could imply that this person was unexpected but has had a profound impact on the singer’s life. The final line, "escapes me," suggests that the singer's love and admiration for this person are immense and difficult to express.
Overall, "Don't Let Go" is a song about the importance of having someone to love and be loved by in our lives. It speaks to the human desire for connection and how that connection can inspire and transform us.
Line by Line Meaning
I need your inspiration in
The singer requires the other person's ideas and passion in order to move forward
I feel you're everything now
The other person is now the most important thing in the singer's life
I feel your hesitation
The singer senses that the other person is uncertain or hesitant about something
No, don't let go
The artist is urging the other person to hold on and not give up or leave
If you're fine at the end of a lonely road
If the other person can make it through difficult times on their own
it's the light at the end of a tunnel
There is hope and a sense of relief after a difficult journey
It's the fall goddess calling all assets, whoa
There is a powerful, irresistible force drawing people towards a new season or chapter
it's your voice saying I've been gone for too long
The artist longs to hear the other person's voice after a prolonged absence
it's the very first words of my favorite song
Hearing the other person's voice or seeing them again brings great joy and comfort, like hearing a beloved song
it's the face in the crowd that is calling me, oh
The other person stands out in a crowd and draws the artist's attention and affection
It was lonely and dark and it was getting cold
The singer experienced a difficult, isolating time in their life
I was defiled from the light and getting old
The artist felt tainted or corrupted by experiences and time passing
I was counting the days and the years to come
The singer was focused on the future and hoping for better times
it take a stranger to make it so easy
Someone unknown or unexpected came into the singer's life and made things more comfortable or manageable
it made me dance to the sound of you breathing
The other person's very presence and existence bring the singer joy and life
it makes it last as my last breath escapes me
The other person's presence and love sustain the artist, even in difficult or final moments
I feel I'll never let you go again, I feel I'll never let you go again
The artist is determined to hold onto the other person and not let them slip away again
Contributed by Charlotte F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.