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
Tell Me Mechanist
Delain Lyrics
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Does none of it bother you?
Once upon a time
Upon a time behind us
The mechanist inclined
Clockworks of time define us
Who you are, who you are;
The time of things away
The cry from the beast is just the noise
Of a spring that you have touched
Not a human: not a voice
If only we could go back to the start (Tell me, mechanist, is it true?)
We would see we're not that far apart (Does none of it bother you?)
Realize the likeness of our hearts
If we could go back to the start
One and the same
Likely to one another
But the mechanist inclined
Merely our kind can suffer
Who you are, who you are
Does it justify
Pleasing your palate
With the other's blood?
Tell me why, have the writings on the wall
Nor the dawn of DNA,
Changed a single thing at all?
If only we could go back to the start (Tell me, mechanist, is it true?)
We would see we're not that far apart (Does none of it bother you?)
Realize the likeness of our hearts
If we could go back to the start
Closing Collision:
The end of our divide
Savor the flavor Of our ancestry rites
Closing Collision:
We'll realize in time
No opposition
We're genetically entwined
The lyrics of "Tell Me Mechanist" by Delain are written in the form of a conversation between two individuals. The first person is addressing a mechanist, questioning if they are aware of the impact of their actions. The mechanist, in this context, represents a person who sees the world as a clockwork machine, composed of disconnected parts that function according to a specific order. The singer is addressing the mechanist, telling them that they have lost sight of the human element in their ideology. The singer is yearning for a return to a simpler time when humans were connected to each other and the world with empathy and compassion.
The lyrics question the mechanist's morality, asking whether they feel any remorse for their actions. The chorus suggests that both parties are quite similar to each other and that they need to acknowledge this fact to bridge their divide. The song suggests that the divisions between people, no matter how vast they seem, are actually small when compared to what connects us as human beings. In the end, the world is an interconnected series of mechanisms and humans, all of which play a part in the larger system.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me, Mechanist, is it true?
Asking the Mechanist if the premises he believes are accurate or false.
Does none of it bother you?
Finding out whether the Mechanist is indifferent to the potential consequences of his beliefs.
Once upon a time
In the distant or past days.
Upon a time behind us
A time long ago that we left behind.
The mechanist inclined
The person who believes the machine rules the world.
Clockworks of time define us
People are defined by the time that is set on the clock.
Who you are, who you are;
The nature of your being or your true self.
Merely springs that tick
Comparing humans to clockwork mechanisms with no free will.
The time of things away
The time ticks away, and things change.
The cry from the beast is just the noise
Animals do not express vocally like humans, so it's just the sound of the spring in the mechanism.
Of a spring that you have touched
Mechanist's intervention in the creation of the creature led to the cry.
Not a human: not a voice
The machine has enacted this creature but not given it a voice.
If only we could go back to the start (Tell me, mechanist, is it true?)
If there was a possibility of going back in time, the people would be able to identify their similarities and differences.
We would see we're not that far apart (Does none of it bother you?)
People are more similar than they presume themselves to be but are more concerned with their differences.
Realize the likeness of our hearts
Understanding that at the root, people are the same and were created with similar hearts.
One and the same
People are similar to one another.
Likely to one another
Similarity between the people creates a probability of likeness.
Merely our kind can suffer
Only humans can feel pain and misery.
Who you are, who you are
Reminder of the person's identity or essence.
Does it justify
Does the individual's identity legitimize or uphold their actions?
Pleasing your palate
Indicating the intention to a self-satisfying action.
With the other's blood?
Whether harming others to satisfy self is justified.
Tell me why, have the writings on the wall
Questioning why historical revelations failed to make a difference.
Nor the dawn of DNA,
Despite scientific discoveries, no significant progress happened.
Changed a single thing at all?
None of these discoveries or revelations made any significant change in the treatment of humans or animals.
Closing Collision:
End of the division or separation of people.
The end of our divide
End of the separation between people.
Savor the flavor Of our ancestry rites
Acknowledge and celebrate our community culture and traditions.
We'll realize in time
Eventually, people will understand and appreciate their similarities.
No opposition
No conflict between people.
We're genetically entwined
People belong to one race since they share the same DNA.
Contributed by Mia T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
David Brody
I really enjoy these videos. Thank you for your hard work.
Richelle81995
You are welcome! I enjoy making these :)
Bhavya Gautam
The song is beautiful
Who said only operatic soprano singers can rule the symphonic metal world
Kyle B
Well... Floor, Simone and Tarja really are goddesses of symphonic metal, but I love Charlotte's voice too! And the music is great.
Gil Gonzalez
Sinphonic metal is sinphonic metal no matter the voice this is what I call a wise comment and you've got the reason.
B.Not_Sure
The guitars and keys!!! <3 <3 <3