Melodic Synth-Metal Masters DELAIN Release Gripping Live Version for “Moth to a Flame”

Melodic synth-metal masters DELAIN are set to break new ground with their upcoming EP, Dance with the Devil, set for release on November 8, 2024 via Napalm Records! Today, DELAIN present the EP’s second single, a gripping live version of their hit track “Moth to a Flame”. The song’s original version was released on their latest full-length opus, Dark Waters (2023), which debuted at #9 on both the US Hard Music Albums chart and the Official German Album Charts, marking it the band’s most successful record to date.

The emotionally driven live version of “Moth to a Flame” offers DELAIN’s matchless live presence and artistic versatility by presenting a pop-induced hymn that showcases that the international unit centered around mastermind Martijn Westerholt holds its spot on top of the scene without any doubts.

By releasing Dance with the Devil this fall, DELAIN allows their listeners to dive through their highest quality discography while striding ahead into a future that promises to explore new, more synth-driven soundscapes than ever before.

Keyboardist, founder and main songwriter Martijn Westerholt on the song:
“’Moth to a Flame’ has been such a great surprise for us because the fans have responded to it with a ton of enthusiasm! It quickly became a fan favorite and always sparks an especially loud response from the crowd when we play it live. It even claimed a recurring place on national radio in Finland which is amazing. In short, after this successful festival season it definitely deserves a special spot in the DELAIN catalogue.”
 “Moth to a Flame” (live) is now available on all streaming services worldwide – listen HERE!

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The new EP showcases the best of DELAIN’s discography while boldly striding into a promising future that explores more synth-driven soundscapes than ever before.

As their second release with a revitalized lineup, anchored by founding member and band mastermind Martijn Westerholt, Dance With The Devil features a thrilling collection of two brand new tracks, two newly-presented favorites, nine electrifying live performances, and two instrumental bonus tracks, displaying the best of their catchy, melodic signature sound with extensive, electronic synth elements and fresh, modern nuances.

The offering opens with two gripping new tracks, the heartfelt anthem “Dance With The Devil” and the emotional whirlwind “The Reaping,” which expresses disillusionment with society’s current path towards inescapable consequences. The EP then presents a brand-new version of “Sleepwalkers Dream“, revealing Diana Leah’s breath-taking full vocal glory. Dance With The Devil continues with nine live performances, featuring massively-streamed hits from the breadth of the band’s acclaimed catalogue. These include “Burning Bridges“, “The Quest And The Curse“, “Moth To A Flame“, and their enormo-hit “April Rain“, which has been streamed over 10 million times, along with “Queen Of Shadow“. In addition, the digipak edition features instrumental versions of “Dance With The Devil” and “The Reaping”, as well as an alternate ending version of “Underland”. DELAIN’s new EP impressively underlines the group’s impeccably high-class standing in the scene and without a doubt, will make fans fall in love with them all over again.

Martijn Westerholt comments, “We’re really excited and eager to share this new DELAIN song with the world. It captures the recognizable and signature sound of DELAIN but with a fresh and modern touch.” He continues, “We’re thrilled to have brand new material ready to be released! In addition to the new songs, it was fantastic to have captured some magical live moments of our European tour earlier this year as live tracks for the EP. We’re definitely very excited for this release and are really looking forward to bringing the new music to the stage!”

Pre-order here. Listen to the title track, “Dance With The Devil” here.

Dance With The Devil tracklisting:

1. Dance With The Devil

2. The Reaping

3. Sleepwalker’s Dream

4. The Cold (live)

5. Burning Bridges (live)

6. The Quest And The Curse (live)

7. April Rain (live)

8. Invidia (live)

9. Queen Of Shadow (live)

10. Your Body Is A Battleground (live)

11. Moth To A Flame (live)

12. Control The Storm (live)

13. Dance With The Devil (instrumental)

14. The Reaping (instrumental)

15. Underland (alternate ending)

Dance With The Devil will be available in the following formats:

• 1-LP Gatefold Vinyl, Split Color Black and Red incl. 12” Booklet 16p – limited to 100 copies worldwide (Napalm Mailorder only)
• 1-LP Gatefold Vinyl, Marbled Sun Yellow / Red – limited to 300 copies worldwide (Band Shop only)
• 1-LP Gatefold Vinyl, Black
• Music Cassette – limited to 100 copies worldwide (Band Shop only)
• Bundle Digipak + T-Shirt
• Digipak
• Digital Album