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)
Now & Forever
Xandria Lyrics
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And when we met, I just knew they're for you
Now your voice is singing them all
Your wings at mine, we will never fall
On and on, we will fly now & forever
Side to side, now & forever, my love
There's really nothing that I wouldn't dare
I climb the eye of the hurricane
When the winds are whispering your name
On and on, we will fly now & forever
Side to side, now & forever, my love
Now & forever, now & forever
(Now & forever)
Fly, fly, now & forever
(Now & forever)
Now & forever
We will fly now & forever
Side to side, now & forever
[Incomprehensible], now & forever
[Incomprehensible], now & forever
The lyrics to Xandria's song Now & Forever speak of a love that is eternal and unbreakable. The singer talks about how they have millions of songs and years stored up in their soul, but when they met their significant other, they knew that all those years and songs were meant for them. The song then goes on to describe how the couple will never fall, and they will fly side by side, now and forever.
The lyrics also talk about the lengths that the singer is willing to go for their love. They aren't afraid to face the stormy weather or even climb into a hurricane if that means being with their significant other. They believe that nothing is impossible when it comes to their love, and they will go to great heights to be with them.
Overall, the song is about the strength of love that the singer feels for their significant other. They believe that they can conquer anything as long as they are together, and their love will last for eternity.
Line by Line Meaning
Millions of songs, all those years in my soul
I have experienced so much in my life that has been expressed through music.
And when we met, I just knew they're for you
When I met you, I knew that all of my experiences and emotions expressed through music were meant for you.
Now your voice is singing them all
Your presence in my life has made these songs come alive and given them new meaning.
Your wings at mine, we will never fall
Together, we are unstoppable and can face any challenge that comes our way.
On and on, we will fly now & forever
Our love will continue to grow and flourish endlessly.
Side to side, now & forever, my love
We will always be by each other's side, no matter what.
Thousands of miles through the cold stormy air
No matter the distance or obstacles, I will do whatever it takes to be with you.
There's really nothing that I wouldn't dare
I am willing to take risks and push boundaries to be with you.
I climb the eye of the hurricane
Even in the midst of chaos and danger, I am willing to face it all to be with you.
When the winds are whispering your name
I am constantly reminded of you, even in the smallest of moments.
We will fly now & forever
Our love will always soar high, never coming down.
Side to side, now & forever
We will always be together, united in love.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Elisabeth Middelhauve, Gerit Lamm, Marco Heubaum, Nils Middelhauve, Philip Restemeier
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