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
Frozen
Delain Lyrics
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Hide your empty eyes
Every moment, every whisper
Separates you from me
I've been screaming
Won't you let me in?
Let me see a trace
Of the places hidden
Answer me,
Till the day that you do
I'll be one step behind you
Answer me,
Till the day that you do
I'll be waiting here for you
Answer me,
Till the day that you do
I'll be one step behind you
Answer me,
Till the day that you do
I'll be waiting here for you
Needles sting me
When you look away
And your silence
Sounds like deafening screams to me
I've been waiting
Won't you open your heart?
And let me in
Please let me in
Answer me,
Till the day that you do
I'll be one step behind you
Answer me,
Till the day that you do
I'll be waiting here for you
Answer me,
Till the day that you do
I'll be one step behind you
Answer me,
Till the day that you do
I'll be waiting here for you
Free your mind from doubt
All you have, is now
Free you mind from shame
It will only bring you pain
Answer me,
Till the day that you do
I'll be one step behind you
Answer me,
Till the day that you do
I'll be waiting here for you
Answer me,
Till the day that you do
I'll be one step behind you
Answer me,
Till the day that you do
I'll be waiting here for you
The lyrics of Delain's "Frozen" describe a relationship where one person is keeping their emotions and thoughts hidden from the other. The first verse paints a picture of a disconnected relationship, with "misted windows" hiding the person's "empty eyes," and every moment and whisper seemingly pushing the two further apart. The singer expresses their desperation, hoping that the other person will let them in and reveal the places hidden under their skin.
As the song continues, the tension builds with the lines "needles sting me when you look away, and your silence sounds like deafening screams to me." The singer is in pain watching the other person struggle with their emotions, feeling helpless and waiting for them to open up. The chorus repeats the plea for answers, with the singer declaring that they will be waiting until the other person is ready.
The bridge of the song introduces a message of letting go of doubt and shame in order to move forward. The lyrics suggest that in order for the relationship to progress, the person who is hiding their emotions needs to free themselves from their own internal struggles.
Overall, "Frozen" is a poignant and emotional song about a relationship suffering from a lack of communication and emotional openness. The singer is waiting for the other person to take the first step towards healing the relationship, but also recognizes the importance of letting go of personal struggles in order to move forward together.
Line by Line Meaning
Misted windows
The fogged up windows symbolize the emotional distance between the singer and their partner.
Hide your empty eyes
The partner's eyes are empty because they are not fully present in the relationship.
Every moment, every whisper Separates you from me
The singer feels like the smallest things are causing a rift between them and their partner.
I've been screaming Won't you let me in?
The artist is desperate for their partner to open up to them.
Let me see a trace Of the places hidden Under your skin
The artist wants to understand their partner's innermost thoughts and feelings.
Answer me, Till the day that you do I'll be one step behind you
The singer will not give up on their partner and will continue to pursue them until they find the answers they seek.
I'll be waiting here for you
The singer is willing to wait for their partner to open up and be honest with them.
Needles sting me When you look away
The partner's avoidance causes emotional pain for the artist.
And your silence Sounds like deafening screams to me
The partner's lack of communication is so loud and overwhelming for the artist that it feels like they are being screamed at.
I've been waiting Won't you open your heart?
The artist is pleading with their partner to let them in and be vulnerable with them.
Please let me in
The singer is making a direct request to their partner to open up to them.
Free your mind from doubt All you have, is now
The artist is encouraging their partner to let go of their uncertainties and focus on the present moment.
Free you mind from shame It will only bring you pain
The singer is warning their partner that holding onto shame will only cause more negativity and harm.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DANIEL GIBSON, SHARON J. DEN ADEL, ROBERT WESTERHOLT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Misted windows
Hide your empty eyes
Every moment, every whisper
Separates you from me
I've been screaming
Won't you let me in?
Let me see a trace
Of the places hidden
Under your skin
[Chorus:]
Answer me,
Till the day that you do
I'll be one step behind you
Answer me,
Till the day that you do
I'll be waiting here for you [x2]
Needles sting me
When you look away
And your silence
Sounds like deafening screams to me
I've been waiting
Won't you open your heart?
And let me in
Please let me in
[Chorus]
Free your mind from doubt
All you have, is now
Free you mind from shame
It will only bring you pain
[Chorus]
@Highretrogamelord
This was the first Delain song I've heard and now I'm a fan of Delain since 10 years (2009).
@ChrisRoms
I just knew them and this is one of the best songs they have!
@OneWheelMan
I wish they'd play this live more. I guess they have a lot of songs to choose from these days. Seen Delain 3 times so far, may there be many more.
@edsonpaulino7
Lindo demais ! Junto com Sirenia, Lacuna Coil e Within Temptation, são as que eu mais tenho ouvido de dois anos pra cá.
@patriciaa.5486
i'm a fan. music in europe is getting better thanks to bands like this. thanks for being so great Delain. I got to know them cause i love, love love love...... within temptation, but, really, Delain, awesome.
@FireOfJagz
patricia mansfield for a great symphonic metal band with a male vocalist, try Kamelot. They even did a song with Charlotte called 'Under Grey Skies' and it's awesome!
@Closminding
SUPERB. Gives me the Chills. In the days when she RULED THE WORLD (or should have done). She was young and carefree and the world stretched before her with that invitation to STARDOM (that never came 😔) 🤪💗💞💜
@martijnjanssen4419
The Invitation that Martijn gave her. He made her. And now he has given the invitation to another great singer. Diana.
@pbaiata2011
I don't they've ever written a bad song Great musicians and Charlotte such a beautiful voice!!
@tazwinger3965
There are three things i think of when I think of Delain... 1. What a great band 2. Charlotte has an amazing voice 3. This band must be the best in the world at putting meaning into their songs