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)
Reborn
Xandria Lyrics
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Laid it on the ground to die
Holding one last spark
For my dream to stay alive
Raise me up all the way
From this cold winter day
I will not stand down
I try to find my way
It´s never enough
I close my eyes now
There is no turning back
It´s the end but I´ll be reborn
I will be reborn
Wipe this blood away
But the stains will always stay
See this heart, this heart is beating still
Reborn in a moment in time
Raise me up all the way
From this cold winter day
I will not give up
I will not stand down
I try to find my way
It´s never enough
I close my eyes now
There is no turning back
It´s the end but I´ll be reborn
I will be reborn
Somnium immolatus est
Silent waters breaking in my heart
Shadowed passion coming back to life
You will never take it from me now
You will not destroy what I lived for
You will never force me to sell my soul
I will not give up on my freedom
Rising up all the way
From this hell
I will not give up
I will not stand down
I try to find my way
It´s never enough
I close my eyes now
There is no turning back
It´s the end but I´ll be reborn
I will be reborn
I´ll be reborn
I will not stand down
I will be reborn
The lyrics of "Reborn" by Xandria express a strong determination to persevere and rise above challenges. The opening lines convey a sense of sacrifice, as the singer lays their heart on the ground, willing to let it die in order to keep their dreams alive. Despite the hardships faced, they hold onto a small spark of hope.
The chorus emphasizes the singer's refusal to give up or back down. They strive to find their way, but feel that their efforts are never enough, acknowledging that there is no turning back from the end. However, they find solace in the belief that they will be reborn, signaling a sense of inner strength and resilience.
The line "Wipe this blood away, but the stains will always stay" suggests that although the scars of past struggles may remain, the spirit within the singer continues to beat and thrive. They are reborn in a moment in time, symbolizing a fresh start and a renewed sense of purpose.
The bridge of the song adds a layer of defiance, as the singer declares that their passion and freedom cannot be taken away. They refuse to let anyone destroy what they have lived for, and they stand firm in their resolve.
Line by Line Meaning
For I gave my heart
I entrusted my heart to someone or something
Laid it on the ground to die
I left my heart vulnerable and exposed, risking its destruction
Holding one last spark
Retaining a small glimmer of hope or passion
For my dream to stay alive
To keep my aspiration or goal alive
Raise me up all the way
Elevate me to the highest point
From this cold winter day
From this desolate and harsh period of my life
I will not give up
I refuse to surrender or abandon
I will not stand down
I will not yield or retreat
I try to find my way
I strive to discover my path or purpose
It´s never enough
No matter how hard I try, it always falls short
I close my eyes now
I am shutting out the distractions or doubts
There is no turning back
There is no option to retreat or go back to the past
It´s the end but I´ll be reborn
Although this may seem like the end, I will experience a transformation or renewal
Wipe this blood away
Remove the evidence of pain or suffering
But the stains will always stay
The imprints of past hardships will persist
See this heart, this heart is beating still
Recognize that my heart is still full of life and resilience
Reborn in a moment in time
Undergoing a rebirth or revival at a specific moment
Somnium immolatus est
The dream has been sacrificed
Silent waters breaking in my heart
Inner emotions and desires surging and breaking free
Shadowed passion coming back to life
A dormant passion or fervor being revived
You will never take it from me now
No one can deprive me of it anymore
You will not destroy what I lived for
My purpose or passion cannot be obliterated
You will never force me to sell my soul
I will never compromise my integrity or convictions
I will not give up on my freedom
I will persist in protecting my autonomy and liberation
Rising up all the way
Ascending to the highest point
From this hell
Escaping from this torturous or oppressive state
I´ll be reborn
I will experience a resurrection or renewal
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Marco Heubaum
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Andy Mark
For I gave my heart
Laid it on the ground to die
Holding one last spark
For my dream to stay alive
Raise me up all the way
From this cold winter day
I will not give up
I will not stand down
I try to find my way
It's never enough
I close my eyes now
There is no turning back
It's the end but I'll be reborn
I will be reborn
Wipe this blood away
But the stains will always stay
See this heart, this heart is beating still
Reborn in a moment in time
Raise me up all the way
From this cold winter day
I will not give up
I will not stand down
I try to find my way
It's never enough
I close my eyes now
There is no turning back
It's the end but I'll be reborn
I will be reborn
Somnium immolatus est
Silent waters breaking in my heart
Shadowed passion coming back to life
You will never take it from me now
You will not destroy what I lived for
You will never force me to sell my soul
I will not give up on my freedom
Rising up all the way
From this hell
I will not give up
I will not stand down
I try to find my way
It's never enough
I close my eyes now
There is no turning back
It's the end but I'll be reborn
I will be reborn
I'll be reborn
I will not stand down
I will be reborn
Sedat Nail Ersoy
Lyrics:
For I gave my heart
Laid it on the ground to die
Holding one last spark
For my dream to stay alive
Raise me up all the way
From this cold winter day
I will not give up
I will not stand down
I try to find my way
It's never enough
I close my eyes now
There is no turning back
It's the end but I'll be reborn
I will be reborn
Wipe this blood away
But the stains will always stay
See this heart, this heart is beating still
Reborn in a moment in time
Raise me up all the way
From this cold winter day
I will not give up
I will not stand down
I try to find my way
It's never enough
I close my eyes now
There is no turning back
It's the end but I'll be reborn
I will be reborn
Somnium immolatus est
Silent waters breaking in my heart
Shadowed passion coming back to life
You will never take it from me now
You will not destroy what I lived for
You will never force me to sell my soul
I will not give up on my freedom
Rising up all the way
From this hell
I will not give up
I will not stand down
I try to find my way
It's never enough
I close my eyes now
There is no turning back
It's the end but I'll be reborn
I will be reborn
I'll be reborn
I will not stand down
I will be reborn
Zo Entertainment
I have followed Xandria since Lisa. I always got angry every time they changed their Vocalist. Believe me, i want to hate this new vocalist. But she's the whole package. She can sings very well, she can growl, she can do operatic also. And she's so exotic. So beautiful. Love her.
Yas Witch
@Aeger its not from today this “behavior” and its far worse from what nightwish ever did
Aeger
@Alex The Hamster For real, trying to follow the Nightwish original sound isn't a bad thing at all, but it seems like they're also following their behavior...
Aeger
Taking Xandria seriously after soo much drama among its members may be quite the challenge after all these years, but boy Marco does know how to pick a vocalist. I don't think they've ever made a bad choice when it comes to their front-women. Lisa, Kerstin, Manuela, Dianne and now Ambre are all memorable! I'm saying this trying to not think that much about everything the former singers's awful experience with the band lol if I was a member of this band I would be a little bit discouraged about most of the comment section being about people hoping Ambre finally gets a decent treatment from the band.
TheViKingTW
inb4 they change her again .
Mad9977 Productions
@Pudel Nudel only 1 guy left from the old band
Halfcircle H Ranch
Hopefully this new girl they have singing gets better treatment than prior vocalists. That said, I'm so glad to see Xandria back. Their artistry is so amazing.
Yas Witch
@Darren Ball Xandria WAS once artistry, you must listen to the albums with Lisa Middelhauve on vocals, when Xandria was one of a kind band.
stepieee
@ariintheflesh I actually heard the entire story before she left... all the drug issue and assult ... she did not name the actions the members did were assults and harassments.. to me, they were... the thing is once she came out, all the previous vocalists stepped up to tell why they had to leave.. the guitarist, for sure, should stop,.,,
Oblivion's Light
@Rainfeather Wait a minute. Beatings and rape? Who said that? Where did that come from? Is there a place I can find a link?
I’ve known of Xandria’s poor track record for retaining band members, and I’ve read a little bit about stressed out vocalists and shit management. This is the first I’m hearing of actual heinous crimes. I want to look into it myself.