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
Lost
Delain Lyrics
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Lay down your arrows
It won't cause flaming hearts
It seems we have lost
We keep on running in different directions
Never again
The way you're turning all my wrongs to right
This one you can't deny
Never again
I wanted to reveal a softer side
Never again
Forgive me if I tried to do what's right
I was only holding on
To everything we had so far
Thought I was ready to let go but I am not
(Let go but I'm not)
I was only holding on
To everything we had so far
Thought I was ready but
Now it seems, yes now it seems
It seems we have lost
Lay down your arrows
It won't cause flaming hearts
It seems we have lost
Forget about your pride
Forger everything
Everything you're taught
The way you're turning all my wrongs to right
Never again
This one you can't deny
Never again
I wanted to reveal a softer side
Never again
Forgive me if I tried to do what's right
I was only holding on
To everything we had so far
Thought I was ready but
Now it seems, yes now it seems
Delain's song "Lost" is a powerful ballad that speaks to the emotions of heartbreak, moving on, and letting go. The first verse sets the tone with the line, "It seems we have lost." This line is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the feeling of being lost, unsure of where to turn next. The second line of the verse, "Lay down your arrows," suggests that the two lovers have been fighting, and it is time to stop. The next line, "It won't cause flaming hearts," implies that their arguments have been intense and passionate, but that this intensity has now fizzled out.
The chorus then follows, with the haunting refrain, "Never again." This line is repeated throughout the song, driving home the message that the relationship is over, and it is time to move on. The next line, "The way you're turning all my wrongs to right," is significant because it suggests that the singer's partner was able to turn their flaws into strengths. However, despite this transformation, the singer knows that they cannot go back to the way things were. They continue to chant the refrain, "Never again," driving home the point that they cannot go back.
The second verse echoes the first, with the lines, "I was only holding on, to everything we had so far. Thought I was ready to let go, but I am not." These lines illustrate the painful process of letting go of someone you love, even when you know it is the right thing to do. The final lines of the song, "Forget about your pride, forget everything you're taught," are a plea for the former lovers to move on and forget about the past.
Line by Line Meaning
It seems we have lost
We are not sure anymore what we are looking for, what we have or where we are heading.
Lay down your arrows
Stop fighting and let go of the weapons that hurt us and others.
It won't cause flaming hearts
Ending a conflict peacefully will not cause further pain, anger or resentment.
We keep on running in different directions
We are not on the same page and keep moving away from each other.
Never again
I won't let myself fall into the same mistake or trap again.
The way you're turning all my wrongs to right
You have the power to make me feel better, understood and accepted.
This one you can't deny
You cannot reject, ignore or avoid this fact or feeling.
I wanted to reveal a softer side
I wished to show you a vulnerable, empathic and caring aspect of myself.
Forgive me if I tried to do what's right
Please excuse my intentions or actions if they did not match your expectations or standards.
I was only holding on
I was trying to preserve or salvage what we had or what I felt for you.
To everything we had so far
To all the good memories, moments and feelings we shared and created together.
Thought I was ready to let go but I am not
I convinced myself that I had moved on, but I haven't really.
Forget about your pride
Stop worrying about looking strong, invulnerable or superior and prioritize the relationship.
Forget everything
Abandon all the negative thoughts, habits and beliefs that are hindering us from progressing.
Everything you're taught
All the society, culture, traditions and values that did not work or resonate with us.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAVID M MARTIJN WESTERHOLT, JOHANNA CHARLOTTE WESSELS
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