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)
Firestorm
Xandria Lyrics
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Behind my eyes there is a beast
that longs for you
Calling my name
So if you're brave enough to risk it
follow me
Into the firestorm
Did you ever play a burning game?
Would you do what I want you to do?
Do you like the way I'm burning you?
There's no need to be afraid of this
Let me melt you with my dragon-kiss
Let me walk with you the firing line
Put your burn onto the heart of mine
(I. Will. Burn. You.)
Yesterday I had a flaming dream
We were swimming in a lava stream
We were watching an exploding sun
Counting sparkles until they were gone
The lyrics of Xandria's "Firestorm" describe a passionate desire that is impossible to resist, even if it carries the risk of getting burned. The persona behind the lyrics has a beast inside of them that yearns for someone else, and they are calling out to that special person to follow them into the firestorm. Despite the danger, this persona wants to be consumed by the flame and invites their lover to join them on this journey of passion and intensity. They even ask if the other person has ever been inside a flame, and if they are willing to do what it takes to be with them. The chorus declares that there is nothing to fear, and that the other person should allow the persona to "melt" them with their dragon's kiss. The second verse goes on to describe a dream that the persona had, where they and their lover were swimming in lava and watching an exploding sun. The dream is a metaphor for the all-consuming passion they share, and the sparkles that they count until they disappear symbolize the fleeting nature of their time together. Overall, the lyrics of "Firestorm" paint a picture of a raw, intense love that cannot be tamed.
Line by Line Meaning
Close to the flame
I am drawn to the intense heat and passion of this relationship.
Behind my eyes there is a beast that longs for you
There is a wild desire in me that craves your love and attention.
Calling my name
The intense attraction between us is calling out to me.
So if you're brave enough to risk it follow me
If you're willing to take the chance, join me in this passionate journey.
Into the firestorm
Embrace the intense, fiery passion of our relationship.
Have you ever been inside a flame?
Have you ever experienced such an intense and all-consuming love before?
Did you ever play a burning game?
Have you ever played with the thrill of passion and desire?
Would you do what I want you to do?
Are you willing to submit to the fiery passion that I desire?
Do you like the way I'm burning you?
Are you enjoying the intensity and passion of our relationship?
There's no need to be afraid of this
Do not fear the intense passion between us.
Let me melt you with my dragon-kiss
Allow me to entice you with my wild and fiery love.
Let me walk with you the firing line
Join me in the intensity of our love, and we will face it together.
Put your burn onto the heart of mine
Let us share the intensity of our passion and desire.
(I. Will. Burn. You.)
(I will be the intense flame that consumes you.)
Yesterday I had a flaming dream
I dream of the fiery passion and intensity of our love.
We were swimming in a lava stream
We are immersed in the fiery passion of our love.
We were watching an exploding sun
Together, we witness the explosive passion between us.
Counting sparkles until they were gone
We cling to the intensity of our love, savoring every moment until it ends.
Contributed by Caleb K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.