Dianne van Giersbergen, former Xandria vocalist, has released a video for her latest single, “Flameborn.” The track is taken from her upcoming album Soulward Bound, which she is releasing under her own name, Dianne. Produced by Joost van den Broek (Powerwolf, Epica, Ayreon), each song on the album features a renowned guest musician.
“Flameborn” is a symphonic metal anthem, blending haunting vocals, orchestral melodies, heavy riffing, and double bass. It tells an autobiographical story about restoring a lost friendship, dedicated to Steven Wussow (ex-Xandria), who also plays bass on the track.
The song features Marcela Bovio (Stream of Passion, Ayreon, MaYaN), whose operatic vocals combine seamlessly with Dianne’s.
Dianne comments:
“‘Flameborn’ is an autobiographical story about restoring a lost friendship. It’s dedicated to my dear friend and ex Xandria band member, Steven Wussow, who also performs bass guitar on this song. To give ‘Flameborn’ an even deeper meaning, I’ve invited my dear friend and vocalist extraordinaire, Marcela Bovio. The duet that “Flameborn” has become is the seal to our friendship and can only be described as classical vocal firework!”
Watch the clip below:
Lineup:
Marcela Bovio (Stream of Passion, Ayreon, MaYaN) on duet vocals
Christian Hersmdörfer (Beyond the Black, Serenity) on guitar.
Steven Wussow (Orden Ogan, ex Xandria) on bass.
Ariën van Weesenbeek (Epica, Mayan) on drums.
