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
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Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/delainmusic
Pristine
Delain Lyrics
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Day will break
It begins on time
Flowing while it's glowing
It arrives on time
Subjected to origin
Is to know that nothing
Waiting for the dawn
Hope to find
I'll cling to my pride
Clearest form
Closest to pure perfection
The essence yet unfolds itself
The chain of strength it holds
Waiting for the dawn
Hope to find
I'll cling to my pride
Reaching from the inside
All I know, night must go
Open the dawn
Behold the purest form
The essence unfolds
The chain of strength you held
As a distant dream I hover
I call all the stars
As a distant dream I hover
Call all stars to fall for cover
The lyrics of Delain's song Pristine describe the beginning of a new day, a moment of pure perfection and strength. The song starts with "Once upon the dawn, day will break," setting the stage for a new beginning. The lyrics mention the importance of time, "It begins on time, flowing while it's glowing, it arrives on time." This suggests that there is a natural and necessary flow to life that is beyond human control.
The song speaks to the idea of origin and how nothing becomes of the contemptible, suggesting that something cannot come from nothing. The lyrics state, "Subjected to origin, is to know that nothing becomes of the contemptible." This could be interpreted to mean that one needs to have a strong foundation if they want to achieve something worthwhile. The song also speaks to the importance of pride, "Waiting for the dawn, hope to find, I'll cling to my pride, reaching from the inside, all I know, night must go." This suggests that one must have self-respect and inner strength to overcome any obstacles in their path.
Overall, the lyrics of Pristine are a call to embrace the new day with strength and pride, recognizing the importance of one's origin and inner strength to overcome any challenges they may face.
Line by Line Meaning
Once upon the dawn
At the start of the day
Day will break
The morning will come
It begins on time
Starting as expected
Flowing while it's glowing
Moving smoothly and radiantly
It arrives on time
It comes at the expected time
Subjected to origin
Born with a specific source
Is to know that nothing
Understanding that nothing
Becomes of the contemptible
Results from being contemptible
Waiting for the dawn
Anticipating the morning
Hope to find
Wishing to discover
I'll cling to my pride
I will maintain my dignity
Clearest form
Purest state
Closest to pure perfection
Most similar to pure perfection
The essence yet unfolds itself
The core unveils itself
The chain of strength it holds
Holds the link to strength
Reaching from the inside
Extending from within
All I know, night must go
I know that night must end
Open the dawn
Allow the morning to begin
Behold the purest form
Witness the most flawless state
The essence unfolds
The core unravels
The chain of strength you held
The link to strength you possessed
As a distant dream I hover
As an unrealized aspiration, I float
I call all the stars
I summon all the stars
Call all stars to fall for cover
Summon all stars to take shelter
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DAVID M MARTIJN WESTERHOLT, REIN DOZE
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