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
Such A Shame
Delain Lyrics
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to believe in escape.
'A life on every face'
But that's a change,
until I'm finally left with an '8'.
Tell me to relax - I just stare.
Maybe I don't know
if I should change
[Chorus:]
It's a shame (such a shame)
Number me with rage
It's a shame (such a shame)
Number me in haste (such a shame)
This eagerness to change
It's a shame
The dice decide my fate
that's a shame (that's a shame)
In these trembling hands my faith
tells me to react
"I don't care"
Maybe it's unkind if I should change
a feeling that we share.
[Chorus]
Such a shame
(Number me with the rage)
Such a shame
(Write across my name)
[Chorus]
Such a shame
Delain's song "Such A Shame" explores the themes of escape, eagerness for change, and the decision-making process that leads to one's fate. The singer is portrayed as being someone who is tired of trying to escape reality only to be confronted with the stark realization that life is a struggle for everyone. The line "a life on every face" reminds us that behind every exterior facade is a unique story of struggles, battles, and victories.
The singer contemplates whether to change a feeling that they share with someone. This could be a romantic partner, a friend or even themselves. The decision to change or remain in the status quo is depicted as a gamble, where the outcome is left to fate, as represented by the dice. The lyrics "Number me with rage in haste," is an anguished cry for attention and help from a society that is indifferent to their struggles.
The chorus of "Such A Shame" is a poignant reminder of the consequences of inaction. The eagerness to change, coupled with the frustration of being ignored, pushes the singer to the brink of despair. In the end, the decision is left to fate, but the impact of this decision is evident in the line, "Write across my name."
Line by Line Meaning
Such a shame
The situation is regretful
to believe in escape.
The idea of avoiding reality is a false hope
'A life on every face'
Everyone has their own story
But that's a change,
However, that's a different story
until I'm finally left with an '8'.
Until I reach the end of the game of fate
Tell me to relax - I just stare.
Telling me to calm down won't work
Maybe I don't know
Perhaps I am uncertain
if I should change
Whether I should alter
a feeling that we share.
An emotion that we both experience
It's a shame (such a shame)
It's regrettable
Number me with rage
Count me among those who are angry
Number me in haste (such a shame)
Mark me hurriedly
This eagerness to change
This desire to transform
The dice decide my fate
Chance determines my destiny
that's a shame (that's a shame)
It's unfortunate
In these trembling hands my faith
I hold my beliefs uncertainly
tells me to react
Urges me to respond
"I don't care"
"I am indifferent"
Maybe it's unkind if I should change
Perhaps it's insensitive of me to alter
a feeling that we share.
An emotion that we both have
Number me with the rage
Count me among the angry
Write across my name
Mark my name with passion
Contributed by Callie A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.