DELAIN · Dark Waters | DIGIPAK 2CD

DigiPak double CD. Limited edition.

Background information about 'Dark Waters'

Delain returns with "Dark Waters", an ambitious double album that showcases the Dutch symphonic metal masters at their most adventurous. The band delivers eleven powerful tracks that blend their signature orchestral arrangements with heavier, more progressive elements. Songs like "The Quest and the Curse" and "Queen of Shadow" demonstrate the group's ability to craft epic narratives while maintaining their melodic sensibilities. Guest appearances from Paolo Ribaldini and Marko Hietala add extra depth to standout tracks like "Beneath" and "Invictus", creating moments of genuine emotional resonance.

What makes this release particularly special is the inclusion of a complete instrumental disc, allowing listeners to fully appreciate the intricate musical arrangements that often get overshadowed by the vocal melodies. The piano version of "The Quest and the Curse" serves as a beautiful bridge between the two discs, stripping away the bombast to reveal the song's core beauty. From the haunting opener "Hideaway Paradise" to the epic closer "Underland", Dark Waters feels like a band pushing their boundaries while staying true to their symphonic metal roots.

For fans of: Nightwish, Within Temptation, Epica and Amaranthe

Track listing

CD 1:

1. Hideaway Paradise
2. The Quest and the Curse
3. Beneath (Paolo Ribaldini)
4. Mirror of Night
5. Tainted Hearts
6. The Cold
7. Moth to a Flame (Paolo Ribaldini)
8. Queen of Shadow
9. Invictus (Marko Hietala & Paolo Ribaldini)
10. Underland
11. The Quest and the Curse (Piano Version)

CD 2:

1. Hideaway Paradise (Instrumental)
2. The Quest and the Curse (Instrumental)
3. Beneath (Instrumental)
4. Mirror of Night (Instrumental)
5. Tainted Hearts (Instrumental)
6. The Cold (Instrumental)
7. Moth to a Flame (Instrumental)
8. Queen of Shadow (Instrumental)
9. Invictus (Instrumental)
10. Underland (Instrumental)

Manufacturer: Napalm Records Handels GmbH, Hammerplatz 2, 8790 Eisenerz, Austria , Contact: napalmrecords.com