Delain | |
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 Delain performing at Wacken Open Air 2023 | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Zwolle, Overijssel, Netherlands |
| Genres | Symphonic metal[1] |
| Years active |
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| Labels | CNR, Roadrunner, Napalm |
| Members | Martijn Westerholt Sander Zoer Ronald Landa Ludovico Cioffi Diana Leah |
| Past members | See former members |
| Website | www.delain.nl |
Delain is a Dutch symphonic metal band formed in 2002 by former Within Temptation keyboardist Martijn Westerholt, intending for the band to be solely a project. Singer Charlotte Wessels was invited to join in 2005. The name of the band comes from the Kingdom of Delain in Stephen King's novel, The Eyes of the Dragon.[2] In February 2021, the members parted ways while Westerholt stated he would continue the band as a solo project.[3] In June 2021, Westerholt announced that there would be a new lineup involving former and new members,[4] with Diana Leah later being announced as the new lead vocalist in August 2022.
- ^ "Delain". Allmusic. Retrieved 11 August 2022.
- ^ "Delain Interview (Part 1)". YouTube. 1 September 2008. Archived from the original on 14 December 2021. Retrieved 28 November 2013.
- ^ Lewry, Fraser (15 February 2021). "Delain splinter as four band members depart". Metal Hammer. Retrieved 15 February 2021.
- ^ "DELAIN – video-interview with Martijn Westerholt" (in Dutch). 10 September 2021. Retrieved 10 September 2021.