DIANNE veröffentlichen neue Single “Hysteria”

Verfasst von Mike Langer am 07. November 2026.

DIANNE releases new single “Hysteria” feat. members of EPICA, AYREON and ex-WINTERSUN.

“Hysteria” blends classic symphonic, operatic metal like early Nightwish with modern production: staccato choirs, intricate orchestrations, a lightning-fast chorus and headbanging drive all the way through.

It is a song about the struggle of ambition versus madness, the unseen weight of chasing a dream and the reality behind the relentless pursuit.

Yet, the song is not about surrender. It is an honest homage to the balancing act so many of us dreamers, career chasers, parents and protagonists navigate every single day!

“Oh to run with the wind, truly untamed, tearing my world asunder”

The chorus of “Hysteria” reaffirms that DIANNE is a vocal force to be reckoned with. As a trained classical soprano, she effortlessly weaves rapid coloratura-style vocal lines with sharp high staccato and a smooth slide up to a high D.

“Save me for I’m falling into wild hysteria!”

Listen to the song here and watch the music video here.

Featuring:
Vocals | Dianne van Giersbergen (ex Xandria)
Guitars | Asim Searah (ex Wintersun, The Circle)
Bass | Rob van der Loo (Epica)
Drums | Ed Warby (Ayreon)
Production & Orchestration | Joost van den Broek (Epica, Powerwolf, Sabaton)

“Hysteria” is part 8 of DIANNE’s cinematic waterfall release album “Soulward Bound”

Fans who enjoy bands like Nightwish, Tarja Turunen, Xandria, Epica, Therion and other similar bands from the symphonic/operatic metal genre will definitely want to hear DIANNE’s music.

“SOULWARD BOUND” – THE ALBUM
RELEASED THROUGH A WATERFALL STRATEGY
On September 13, 2022, exactly five years after her departure from Xandria, Dianne van Giersbergen announced her return to symphonic metal with the creation of her solo album “Soulward Bound”.
The album, released under her own name “DIANNE,” reflects her personal journey. The title Soulward Bound embodies the drive and devotion that guided DIANNE in rediscovering herself.

To mirror this journey, the album will be released using a waterfall strategy, spread over five years, with two singles each year. Eight songs have been released so far. All songs on the album are co-written and produced by Joost van den Broek and feature various guest musicians from the genre.

All songs released/announced so far are:
1. "After the Storm". Released February 14, 2023.
Featuring: Isaac Delahaye (Epica) on guitar, Johan van Stratum (Blind Guardian, Stream of Passion, VUUR) on bass guitar, Koen Herfst (Van den Berg, Armin van Buuren) on drums.

2. "Unleash the Siren". Released September 22nd, 2023.
Featuring: Timo Somers (Delain, Charlotte Wessels) on guitar, Luuk van Gerven (After Forever, Ex Libris) on bass guitar, Roel van Helden (Powerwolf) on drums.

3. "A Symphonic Tragedy". Released on March 14th, 2024.
Featuring: Arjen Lucassen (Ayreon) on solo guitar, Ferry Duijsens (VUUR, Dear Mother) on rhythm guitar, Kristoffer Gildenlöw (Pain of Salvation) on bass guitar, Sander Zoer (Delain, LEAH) on drums.

4. "Flameborn". Released on October 17th, 2024.
Featuring: Marcela Bovio (Stream of Passion, Ayreon) in duet with DIANNE. Christian Hermsdörfer (Beyond the Black, Serenity) on guitar, Steven Wussow (Orden Ogan, ex Xandria) on bass guitar, Ariën van Weesenbeek (Epica, Mayan) on drums.

5. "The Elders’ Call". Released on April 17th, 2025.
Featuring: Patty Gurdy on Hurdy Gurdy, Jeroen Goossens (Ayreon) on Flutes & Whistles, Morten Veland ( Mortemia, Sirenia) on Guitars, Rowan Roodbaert (Heidevolk) on Bass, René Patrick Boxem (Blackbriar) on Drums

6. "Phantom of War". Released on October 24th, 2025.
Featuring: Francesco Paoli (Fleshgod Apocalypse) on growls, Jord Otto (Revamp | VUUR | Dark horse white horse) on guitars, Siebe Sol Sijpkens (Blackbriar | David Maxim Mimic) on bass, Ivo Maarhuis (Floor Jansen | For I am King | Izegrim) on drums

7. "The Quietude". Released on April 3rd, 2026.
Featuring: Opera singer Elena Vink |Perttu Kivilaakso (Apocalyptica) on cello
Ben Mathot (Ayreon) on violin | Joost van den Broek (Epica, Powerwolf, Sabaton) on orchestrations

BIO/DISCOGRAPHY
Dianne van Giersbergen (1985) is a Dutch dramatic soprano, who is best known as the former lead vocalist of German symphonic metal band Xandria, with whom she toured the world and released various albums through Napalm Records.

Dianne received her first singing lesson at the age of 4. In 2005 she started her bachelor studies in classical music & opera, at the 'ArtEZ Academy of Music' conservatory. She graduated with distinction in 2009 (bachelor) and in 2012 (master). During her conservatory years she was taught by Miss Elena Vink – who can be heard in duet with Dianne on “The Quietude”.

Since 2022, Dianne is focused on her solo career in symphonic metal with her debut album “Soulward Bound”. The album will be produced by heavyweight symphonic metal producer Joost van den Broek and feature many well-known guest musicians from the genre.

DIANNE online:
https://diannevangiersbergen.com

Quelle: Head Of PR