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Delain
| "Lucidity" |
Released in 2010 / SR-3053 |
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“Combining the best of After Forever, Within Temptation and Epica with a hint of Nightwish brilliance, Martijn Westerholt has struck a gold mine. Ladies and gentlemen, welcome Holland’s best gothic metal export!” – Rock Report
Sensory is pleased to make available the first North American edition of Delain’s debut release. This expanded edition of Lucidity features four bonus tracks not available on the European version. It is also available as a digipak for the first time worldwide.
Delain was conceived by former Within Temptation keyboardist Martijn Westerholt. Although Within Temptation was becoming a rising star on the European metal scene, Westerholt had to leave the band due to a chronic illness. During his recuperation he wrote the material that would evolve into the Lucidity sessions.
For the Delain studio project, Westerholt brought together some of the best known names in the European metal scene: Marco Hietala (Nightwish, Tarot), Sharon den Adel (Within Temptation), Liv Kristine (Leaves’ Eyes), and Ad Sluijter (Epica). He also discovered a young vocalist named Charlotte Wessels. With a voice that matched her stunning looks, she immediately became Delain’s front woman.
The instant success of Lucidity in the European market necessitated Westerholt to create a touring band. With Ms. Wessels out front, Delain went on tour in support of Within Temptation and other high profile bands. Appearances at festivals as well as Dutch television elevated the band’s status into headlining performers. The band’s follow up album, April Rain, has further established the band as rising stars in the gothic metal scene.
Delain will make their North American live debut with a performance at ProgPower USA in Atlanta, GA on September 11, 2010.
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| "April Rain" |
Released in 2009 / SR-3049 |
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AARDSCHOK (Netherlands): “With the great video of ‘April Rain’ and potential hits like ‘On The Other Side’ (feat. Maria Ahn on cello), ‘Invidia’, ‘I’ll Reach You’ and ‘Go Away’, there’s a bright future for Delain.”
ROCK HARD (Germany): “Tracks like the powerful opener “April Rain” or the speedy “Go Away” might attract even the most critical Nightwish fan.”
HEAVY (Germany): “Recommended to all fans of bands like Theatre Of Tragedy or The Gathering, a strong album which doesn’t get boring even after repeated listening.”
The much anticipated second album from Delain is finally here! Originally conceived by ex-Within Temptation keyboardist Martijn Westerholt as an all-star studio project, the success of the debut album Lucidity tipped his hand and Delain evolved into a full blown active band. With Charlotte Wessels on vocals, Ronald Landa on guitar and grunt vocals, Sun Caged bassist Rob Vander Loo, and Sander Zoer on drums, Delain took Europe by storm. The band initially opened for many acts including sister band Within Temptation, and performed at numerous festivals. Ultimately they became a headliner in their own right. With that behind them they went into the studio to create their sophomore opus, April Rain.
Martijn Westholt is clearly at the helm - the epic symphonic sounds that he brought to Within Temptation and Delain’s debut are obvious. There are differences though...engineer Jacob Hansen's mix slams with immediacy and crunch. With all the band members now contributing, a clear style has been defined. April Rain also benefits from the guest performances of Nightwish bassist Marco Hietala who sings male vocals on two tracks, as well as world renowned cellist Maria Ahn.
The comparisons to Within Temptation and Nightwish will continue but it's evident that Delain has come up with a sound that stands on its own. April Rain is THE symphonic gothic metal album of 2009. The album debuted on the Dutch Top 100 album charts at #14, and at #1 on the Dutch Alternative Charts. The band just completed a tour as direct support for Kamelot, which was immediately followed by their European headlining tour. Licensed from Roadrunner Records, who released the album in Europe and Japan, we are able to offer a digipak edition, with the exclusive bonus track "Come Closer".
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