1994 - 1997
A predecessor of the band was formed by Marco Heubaum (guitars, keyboards), drawing inspiration from Bands like Tiamat and Paradise Lost. This band was already named Xandria, but due to musical dissension between the members, they parted ways in 1997.
1999 - 2009
In 1999 Marco Heubaum started Xandria again with new musicians. A demo was recorded in 2000, and they presented the five songs on the internet. After great success on different MP3 portals, they released their first album Kill the Sun in 2003, which reached #98 on the German music charts. The sophomore Ravenheart (2004), stayed on the charts for 7 weeks, reaching #36. In 2005 they released their third album India, which is more oriented to the symphonic metal. Their fourth album Salomé - The Seventh Veil, released in 2007, was a step away from the bombastic sound of the two predecessors and at least in Germany not such a big success as "Ravenheart" or "India".
2009
As of April 30th, 2008 the band announced that vocalist Lisa Middelhauve left the band due to personal reasons and that the band is searching for a new singer. On February 8th, 2009 an announcement on their website introduced the new singer, 28-year old Kerstin Bischof, but on February 18th 2010 the band announced that Kerstin will no longer be the bands vocalist because she decided to pursue her career outside the music business.
2010
In December 2010 it was announced on Xandrias web site that Manuela Kraller will be the new singer for the band.
The new album "Neverworld´s End" was released on February 24th 2012 (Europe) / March 6th 2012 (USA).
2013 - present
On the 25th of October 2013 the band announced Manuela's departure, who regrettably decided to continue a different musical path. Dutch singer Dianne van Giersbergen (also known from Ex Libris) was announced to become the new lead singer. In January 2014 the band announced the title for their upcoming album with Dianne called 'Sacrificium', which is set to be released on May the 2nd, 2014.
On 24 May 2022, the band posted a music video of their new song "Reborn", where []Ambre Vourvahis[] was announced as the new vocalist. Furthermore, Tim Schwarz was announced as the new bassist, and drummer Dimitros Gatsios and guitarist Rob Klawonn replacing departing longtime members Gerit Lamm and Philip Restemeier, respectively. On 7 September 2022, the band released another song, "You Will Never Be Our God"
Current members
Marco Heubaum – rhythm guitar (1994–present), keyboards (1997–present), vocals (1994–2001)
Ambre Vourvahis – vocals (2022–present)
Rob Klawonn – lead guitar (2022–present)
Tim Schwarz – bass (2022–present)
Dimitros Gatsios – drums (2022–present)
Black and Silver
Xandria Lyrics
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You seem to love me
But be reserved
Before you huff me
I'm used to winners,
I need the fame
And if you touched me
Your childish dreams are all in vain
To me your kind is all the same
A starlit sky
Of black and silver is my core
My last goodbye
Makes you want me even more
For silver is my fame
Black is my name
I am a queen,
And if you creep
I'll push my blade,
Still-water-deep
I am a dream,
A fairy tale
Your endless quest,
Your holy grail
Thanks so much for your confusion
I will be your lost illusion
A starlit sky
Of black and silver is my core
My last goodbye
Makes you want me even more
For silver is my fame
Black is my name
Deep inside,
The silver shines as black as can be
My disguise,
The wolf among the sheep, you want me
To me your kind is all the same
To me your kind is all the same
A starlit sky
Of black and silver is my core
My last goodbye
Makes you want me even more
A starlit sky
Of black and silver is my core
My last goodbye
Makes you want me even more
For silver is my fame
Black is my name
The lyrics to Xandria's song "Black and Silver" speak of a woman who is confident in her own power and allure. She is amused by a potential lover's feelings towards her, but warns him to keep his distance as she is used to a certain level of adoration and will not accept anything less. The woman sees herself as a queen and a dream, with an aura of black and silver, representing fame and a sense of mystery. She is a wolf among sheep, with a silver heart and a black exterior. Ultimately, the song speaks to the allure of power and the desire for those who wield it.
Line by Line Meaning
I am amused,
I find it amusing that you may have feelings for me.
You seem to love me
You appear to have feelings of love towards me.
But be reserved
But you should hold back your emotions.
Before you huff me
Before you become too infatuated with me.
I'm used to winners,
I am accustomed to being with successful individuals.
I need the fame
I require attention and admiration.
And if you touched me
If you were to get close to me.
You'd be my shame
You would be a disgrace to me.
Your childish dreams are all in vain
Your naive aspirations are hopeless.
To me your kind is all the same
To me, people like you are interchangeable.
A starlit sky
The nighttime sky filled with stars.
Of black and silver is my core
Black and silver are at the heart of who I am.
My last goodbye
When I leave for the final time.
Makes you want me even more
You are drawn to me even more when I'm gone.
For silver is my fame
My symbol of fame is silver.
Black is my name
I am known as 'Black.'
I am a queen,
I am royalty, a queen figure.
And if you creep
If you try to stalk or sneak around me.
I'll push my blade,
I'll use my weapon.
Still-water-deep
My hidden intentions run deep, like calm water.
I am a dream,
I am a fantasy or desire.
A fairy tale
A story or myth that is not real.
Your endless quest,
Your constant search for something.
Your holy grail
The ultimate goal or prize you seek.
Thanks so much for your confusion
Thank you for the distraction and chaos you bring.
I will be your lost illusion
I will be the figment of your imagination that you never find.
Deep inside,
What lies beneath the surface.
The silver shines as black as can be
The silver symbol of fame is actually darkness.
My disguise,
The facade or persona I put on.
The wolf among the sheep, you want me
You are attracted to the idea of someone who preys on others.
To me your kind is all the same
To me, people like you are interchangeable.
A starlit sky
The nighttime sky filled with stars.
Of black and silver is my core
Black and silver are at the heart of who I am.
My last goodbye
When I leave for the final time.
Makes you want me even more
You are drawn to me even more when I'm gone.
A starlit sky
The nighttime sky filled with stars.
Of black and silver is my core
Black and silver are at the heart of who I am.
My last goodbye
When I leave for the final time.
Makes you want me even more
You are drawn to me even more when I'm gone.
For silver is my fame
My symbol of fame is silver.
Black is my name
I am known as 'Black.'
Contributed by Henry H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.