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{{Infobox musical artist
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| name            = Leaves' Eyes
| name            = Leaves' Eyes
| image            = Leaves’ Eyes - Wacken Open Air 2018-1060.jpg
| image            = Leaves' Eyes Rock & Metal Day'z 2025 03.jpg
| caption          = Leaves' Eyes performing at [[Wacken Open Air]] in 2018
| caption          = Leaves' Eyes performing at Rock & Metal Day'z 2025
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| genre            = {{flatlist|
| genre            = {{flatlist|
* [[Symphonic metal]]
* [[Symphonic metal]]
* [[Gothic metal]]
* [[gothic metal]]
* [[Viking metal]]
}}
}}
| origin          = [[Ludwigsburg]], Germany
| origin          = [[Ludwigsburg]], Germany
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| website          = {{URL|https://www.leaveseyes.de|LeavesEyes.de}}
| website          = {{URL|https://www.leaveseyes.de|LeavesEyes.de}}
| current_members  = [[Alexander Krull]]<br />Joris Nijenhuis<br />Micki Richter<br />[[Elina Siirala]]<br />Andre Nasso
| current_members  = [[Alexander Krull]]<br />Joris Nijenhuis<br />[[Elina Siirala]]<br />Andre Nasso<br />Luc Gebhardt<br />Florian Ewert
| past_members    = Sander van der Meer<br />Mathias Röderer<br />Chris Lukhaup<br />Martin Schmidt<br />[[Nick Barker (drummer)|Nick Barker]]<br />Moritz Neuner<br />[[Alla Fedynitch]]<br />[[Seven Antonopoulos]]<br />Roland Navratil<br />J.B. van der Wal<br />Felix Born<br />Thorsten Bauer<br />[[Liv Kristine]]<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.leaveseyes.de/|title=Leaves' Eyes – Official Website|website=LeavesEyes.de|access-date=5 October 2020}}</ref>
| past_members    = Sander van der Meer<br />Mathias Röderer<br />Chris Lukhaup<br />Martin Schmidt<br />[[Nick Barker (drummer)|Nick Barker]]<br />Moritz Neuner<br />[[Alla Fedynitch]]<br />[[Seven Antonopoulos]]<br />Roland Navratil<br />J.B. van der Wal<br />Felix Born<br />Thorsten Bauer<br />Micki Richter<br />[[Liv Kristine]]<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.leaveseyes.de/|title=Leaves' Eyes – Official Website|website=LeavesEyes.de|access-date=5 October 2020}}</ref>
}}
}}
'''Leaves' Eyes''' is a [[symphonic metal]] band based in Germany.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.leaveseyes.de/biography/ |title=Leaves' Eyes – Official Website » Bio |website=www.leaveseyes.de |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250214083357/https://www.leaveseyes.de/biography/ |archive-date=February 14, 2025}}</ref> Formed in 2003 by [[Liv Kristine]], formerly the lead singer of [[Theatre of Tragedy]], along with the entire line-up of [[Atrocity (band)|Atrocity]], the band has since released eight studio albums, a single, six EPs, one live album, and a DVD.
'''Leaves' Eyes''' is a [[symphonic metal]] band based in Germany,<ref name=":2">{{Cite book |last=Helden |first=Imke von |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=mUK_DgAAQBAJ&dq=Leaves+Eyes+Into+the+Light&pg=PA138 |title=Norwegian Native Art: Cultural Identity in Norwegian Metal Music |date=2017 |publisher=LIT Verlag Münster |isbn=978-3-643-90880-3 |pages=138–40 |language=en}}</ref> formed in 2003 by [[Liv Kristine]] (ex [[Theatre of Tragedy]]) and Alexander Krull ([[Atrocity (band)|Atrocity]]). Kristine departed in 2016 and was succeeded by [[Elina Siirala]]. The band has released nine studio albums, a live album and DVD as well several singles and EPs.<ref name=":3">{{Cite web |last=Jurek |first=Thom |title=Leaves' Eyes Biography |url=https://www.allmusic.com/artist/leaves-eyes-mn0000626728 |access-date=2025-08-01 |website=AllMusic |language=en}}</ref>


Most of Leaves' Eyes' lyrics, written by Liv Kristine until her departure in 2016, focus on [[Norse mythology]] and the [[Viking Age]]. The melodic vocals of Liv Kristine and her successor, [[Elina Siirala]], are occasionally complemented by [[death growl]] vocals from Krull, a vocal style Kristine refers to as "[[Gothic/doom|beauty and the beast]]".
== History ==
===Formation and ''Lovelorn'' (2003–2005)===
[[Liv Kristine]] performed with the band [[Theatre of Tragedy]] from its formation in 1993 and featured on first five albums by the band.<ref>{{Cite news |date=30 December 2003 |title=Theatre of Tragedy - new singer found? |url=https://blabbermouth.net/news/theatre-of-tragedy-new-singer-found}}</ref> She met Krull in the mid 1990s,<ref name="musictap">{{cite web |last=Dunphy |first=John |date=15 July 2005 |title=Liv Kristine Espenaes Krull (Leaves Eyes) : Interview |url=http://www.musictap.net/Interviews/LivKrullLeavesEyesInterview071505.htm |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180427150433/http://www.musictap.net/Interviews/LivKrullLeavesEyesInterview071505.htm |archive-date=27 April 2018 |access-date=16 April 2014 |publisher=Music Tap.net}}</ref> and they married in 2003.<ref name=":3" /> The same year, they formed Leaves' Eyes after Kristine was dismissed from Theatre of Tragedy and enlisted members from Krull's band [[Atrocity (band)|Atrocity]].<ref name=":4">{{Cite web |last=Deurwaarder |first=Silvia |date=2005-02-24 |title=Leaves' Eyes - November 2004 |url=https://www.reflectionsofdarkness.com/artists-k-o/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.reflectionsofdarkness.com%2Fartists-k-o%2F71-a-monologe-of-liv-about-being-a-mother-and-her-devotion-to-music |access-date=2025-08-01 |website=Reflections of Darkness |language=en-gb}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2003-09-02 |title=Former THEATRE OF TRAGEDY Singer Bounces Back With LEAVES' EYES |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/former-theatre-of-tragedy-singer-bounces-back-with-leaves-eyes/ |access-date=2025-08-04 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref>


== History ==
Signed to Napalm Records,<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2003-09-30 |title=ATROCITY, LEAVES' EYES Sign With NAPALM RECORDS |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/atrocity-leaves-eyes-sign-with-napalm-records/ |access-date=2025-08-04 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> they began recording their debut album, ''[[Lovelorn (album)|Lovelorn]]''.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2003-10-24 |title=LEAVES' EYES Name Debut CD |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-name-debut-cd/ |access-date=2025-08-01 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> The concept behind the album was based upon a treatment written by Kristine during her literature studies.<ref name=":4" /> The album was preceded by the single "Into the Light" in April 2004.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |date=2004-04-01 |title=LEAVES' EYES - 'Into The Light' Video Available Online |url=https://bravewords.com/news/leaves-eyes-into-the-light-video-available-online/ |access-date=2025-08-01 |website=BraveWords - Where Music Lives |language=en-US}}</ref> The band toured as support to Atrocity in Europe throughout the year,<ref name=":4" /><ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2004-12-07 |title=ATROCITY And LEAVES' EYES Attacked By French Police In Paris |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/atrocity-and-leaves-eyes-attacked-by-french-police-in-paris/ |access-date=2025-08-04 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> and appeared at the [[Summer Breeze Open Air|Summer Breeze]] and [[Wave-Gotik-Treffen|Wave Gotik Treffen]] festivals.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2004-06-06 |title=LEAVES' EYES: Wave Gotik Treffen Photos Posted Online |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-wave-gotik-treffen-photos-posted-online/ |access-date=2025-08-01 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2004-06-09 |title=LEAVES' EYES, IMMORTAL RITES, MENTAL AMPUTATION Confirmed For Germany's SUMMER BREEZE Festival |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-immortal-rites-mental-amputation-confirmed-for-germany-s-summer-breeze-festival/ |access-date=2025-08-04 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref>
===''Lovelorn'' (2003–2005)===
Leaves' Eyes have frequently incorporated naturalistic themes in their music since the release of their 2004 debut album, ''[[Lovelorn (album)|Lovelorn]]''. Many of the lyrics on this album were inspired not only by nature but also by sagas and legends rooted in Norse mythology. The band was well received during their stage premiere at Wave Gotik Treffen 2004.


Each member of the band had significant professional experience in other musical projects prior to joining Leaves' Eyes, effectively making it a [[supergroup (music)|supergroup]]. [[Frontwoman]] [[Liv Kristine]] performed with the band [[Theatre of Tragedy]] from its formation in 1993 until her departure in 2003. This Norwegian band was among the first to feature a female voice in the metal scene, and their club hit ''Tanz der Schatten'' became emblematic of a distinctive musical genre.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.leaveseyes.de/biography/ |title=Biography " Leaves' Eyes – Official Website |publisher=Leaveseyes.de |access-date=2014-05-30}}</ref> Additionally, Liv Kristine was active in the pop music scene, performing songs for TV hits such as ''[[Tatort]]'' and ''Schimanski''. The other members of Leaves' Eyes come from the death metal band [[Atrocity (band)|Atrocity]].
By the end of the year drummer Martin Schmidt had left both outfits,<ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |date=2004-09-30 |title=Drummer Martin Schmidt To Split With LEAVES' EYES, ATROCITY |url=https://bravewords.com/news/drummer-martin-schmidt-to-split-with-leaves-eyes-atrocity/ |access-date=2025-08-01 |website=BraveWords - Where Music Lives |language=en-US}}</ref> with Moritz Neuner hired as a replacement.<ref name=":5">{{Cite web |last=Seaver |first=Morley |year=2005 |title=MorleyView: Leaves' Eyes Interview - antiMusic.com |url=https://www.antimusic.com/morley/05/LeavesEyes.shtml |access-date=2025-08-01 |website=www.antimusic.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2005-01-10 |title=ATROCITY Announce New Drummer |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/atrocity-announce-new-drummer/ |access-date=2025-08-05 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref>


===''Vinland Saga'' (2005–2009)===
=== ''Vinland Saga'' and ''Njord'' (2005–2011) ===
[[Image:Leaves Eyes Liv Kristine and Alexander Krull at Henkersfest Stuttgart July 2007.jpg|thumb|Liv Kristine and Alexander Krull, the band's founders]]
[[Image:Leaves Eyes Liv Kristine and Alexander Krull at Henkersfest Stuttgart July 2007.jpg|thumb|Liv Kristine and Alexander Krull, the band's founders]]


One year after ''Lovelorn,'' Leaves' Eyes released their follow-up album, ''[[Vinland Saga (album)|Vinland Saga]],'' in 2005, inspired by Viking explorer [[Leif Eriksson]]. The album's first single, ''[[Elegy (EP)|Elegy]],'' charted in Germany for four consecutive weeks. The television station [[ProSieben]] featured ''Elegy'' as the official song for the TV series ''[[NUMB3RS]]''.
One year after ''Lovelorn,'' Leaves' Eyes released their follow-up album, ''[[Vinland Saga (album)|Vinland Saga]],'' in 2005, inspired by Viking explorer [[Leif Eriksson]].<ref name=":5" /> The album's single, ''[[Elegy (EP)|Elegy]],'' charted in Germany for four consecutive weeks.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Leaves' Eyes - Elegy (German Chart Entry) |url=https://www.offiziellecharts.de/charts/titel-details-109459 |access-date=2025-08-01 |website=www.offiziellecharts.de}}</ref>  The band continued to tour, mostly as support act, to for instance [[Subway to Sally|Subway To Sally]] and [[Paradise Lost (band)|Paradise Lost]].<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2005-07-22 |title=LEAVES' EYES To Tour Germany With SUBWAY TO SALLY |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-to-tour-germany-with-subway-to-sally/ |access-date=2025-08-05 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2005-09-29 |title=LEAVES' EYES Frontwoman Completes Work On Solo Album |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-frontwoman-completes-work-on-solo-album/ |access-date=2025-08-05 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref>
 
The band embarked on their first tour of North America,<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2005-08-19 |title=ATROCITY And LEAVES' EYES To Team Up For North American Tour |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/atrocity-and-leaves-eyes-to-team-up-for-north-american-tour/ |access-date=2025-08-05 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> which suffered some cancellations after an accident with their bus in Detroit.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2005-11-03 |title=LEAVES' EYES Apologize For Show Cancellations |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-apologize-for-show-cancellations/ |access-date=2025-08-01 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> A companion EP ''[[Legend Land]]'' was released in July 2006,<ref>{{Cite web |last=Zając |first=Hanna |date=25 March 2009 |title=Leaves' Eyes - Legend Land [EP] :: Recenzja :: |url=https://metalside.pl/recenzje/recenzja.php?id=572 |access-date=2025-08-01 |website=metalside.pl}}</ref> which charted in Germany.<ref name=":7">{{Cite web |last= |date=2007-01-09 |title=LEAVES' EYES Frontwoman Looks Back At 2006 |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-frontwoman-looks-back-at/ |access-date=2025-08-05 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> The band did a headlining tour around the UK and Northern Europe,<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2006-03-03 |title=LEAVES' EYES To Tour Europe With ELIS |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-to-tour-europe-with-elis/ |access-date=2025-08-01 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2006-05-07 |title=LEAVES' EYES Receive 'Stormy' Welcome In Glasgow |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-receive-stormy-welcome-in-glasgow/ |access-date=2025-08-05 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> and toured South America for the first time.<ref name=":7" />
 
The band continued to tour in 2007, including North America as support to [[Kamelot]].<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2007-08-20 |title=LEAVES' EYES Guitarist Checks In From North American Tour |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-guitarist-checks-in-from-north-american-tour/ |access-date=2025-08-05 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> They also performed at several festivals, including the ''[[Metal Female Voices Festival]]'', which was filmed.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2007-03-29 |title=LEAVES' EYES To Film METAL FEMALE VOICES FEST Show For Upcoming DVD |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-to-film-metal-female-voices-fest-show-for-upcoming-dvd/ |access-date=2025-08-05 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2006-12-07 |title=DORO, LEAVES' EYES, KEEP OF KALESSIN Confirmed For Norway's KARMØYGEDDON Festival |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/doro-leaves-eyes-keep-of-kalessin-confirmed-for-norway-s-karm-ygeddon-festival/ |access-date=2025-08-05 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref>
 
By the end of the year it was announced that both Neuner and bassist Chris Lukhaup had left the band''.''<ref>{{Cite web |last=Hynes |first=Ollie |date=20 November 2007 |title=Leaves' Eyes Part Ways With Bassist And Drummer, Seek Replacement |url=https://www.metalunderground.com/news/details.cfm?newsid=30972 |website=Metal Underground}}</ref> Drummer [[Nick Barker (drummer)|Nick Barker]] joined the band for live dates during 2008,<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2008-01-15 |title=Legendary Drummer NICK BARKER Joins ATROCITY And LEAVES' EYES |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/legendary-drummer-nick-barker-joins-atrocity-and-leaves-eyes/ |access-date=2025-08-05 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> but left by the summer,<ref>{{Cite web |title=Nick Barker quits Atrocity, Leaves Eyes |url=https://lambgoat.com/news/10815/nick-barker-quits-atrocity-leaves-eyes/ |access-date=2025-08-05 |website=lambgoat.com |language=en}}</ref> with Alex Holzwarth as a temporary replacement.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2008-09-16 |title=LEAVES' EYES Forced To Pull Out Of AMORPHIS/SAMAEL North American Tour |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-forced-to-pull-out-of-amorphis-samael-north-american-tour/ |access-date=2025-08-05 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref>
 
In October 2008, Chris Antonopoulos joined the band on drums,<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2008-10-23 |title=Opiate For The Masses Drummer Joins Leaves' Eyes, Atrocity |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/opiate-for-the-masses-drummer-joins-leaves-eyes-atrocity/ |access-date=2025-08-01 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> while Alla Fedynitch was recruited on bass.<ref name=":8">{{Cite web |last=Deurwaarder |first=Silvia |date=2009-11-07 |title=Leaves' Eyes - October 2009 |url=https://www.reflectionsofdarkness.com/artists-k-o/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.reflectionsofdarkness.com%2Fartists-k-o%2F6238-leaves-eyes-october-2009 |access-date=2025-08-01 |website=Reflections of Darkness |language=en-gb}}</ref> As the band had been writing and recording their third album ''[[Njord (album)|Njord]]'' for much of 2007, Fedynitch did not yet feature on the recordings. Instead, the main composer Thorsten Bauer contributed most to the songs.<ref name=":8" />
 
In February 2009,<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2008-12-23 |title=LEAVES' EYES: 'We Came With The Northern Winds' DVD Artwork Unveiled |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-we-came-with-the-northern-winds-dvd-artwork-unveiled/ |access-date=2025-08-06 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> the band released a 2 disc DVD featuring ''[[We Came with the Northern Winds: En Saga i Belgia|We Came with the Northern Winds]]'' tour documentary,<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2007-09-30 |title=LEAVES' EYES Collecting Interview, 'Nature' Footage For Upcoming DVD |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-collecting-interview-nature-footage-for-upcoming-dvd/ |access-date=2025-08-05 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> as well as the 2007 ''[[We Came with the Northern Winds: En Saga i Belgia|En Saga i Belgia]]'' concert with a double live album.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Gehlke |first=David E. |date=16 March 2013 |title=Leaves' Eyes – We Came With the Northern Winds/En Saga I Belgia DVD (Napalm Records) |url=https://deadrhetoric.com/reviews/leaves-eyes-we-came-with-the-northern-windsen-saga-i-belgia-dvd-napalm-records/ |access-date=2025-08-01 |website=deadrhetoric.com}}</ref> Released in July,<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2009-06-07 |title=LEAVES' EYES: 'My Destiny' EP Details Revealed |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-my-destiny-ep-details-revealed/ |access-date=2025-08-06 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> the EP ''[[My Destiny (EP)|My Destiny]]'' charted in France.<ref>{{Cite web |title=lescharts.com - Leaves' Eyes - My Destiny |url=https://lescharts.com/showitem.asp?interpret=Leaves%27+Eyes&titel=My+Destiny&cat=s |access-date=2025-08-01 |website=lescharts.com}}</ref> The album ''Njord'' appeared in August of that year,<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2009-07-23 |title=LEAVES' EYES: 'Njord' Release Dates Announced |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-njord-release-dates-announced/ |access-date=2025-08-06 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> and was described as "a sweeping, epic album" with "many alluring charms".<ref name=":6">{{cite web |author=Phil Freeman |date=2009-09-29 |title=Njord – Leaves' Eyes Review |url=http://www.allmusic.com/album/njord-mw0000824417 |access-date=2014-05-30 |publisher=AllMusic}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.seaoftranquility.org/reviews.php?op=showcontent&id=8440 |title=Review: "Leaves' Eyes: Njord" – Sea of Tranquility – The Web Destination for Progressive Music! |publisher=Sea of Tranquility |date=2009-11-20 |access-date=2014-05-30}}</ref> The album features the Lingua Mortis Orchestra conducted by [[Victor Smolski]] and a cover of the English folk ballad "[[Scarborough Fair (ballad)|Scarborough Fair]]".<ref name=":6" />


In addition to their studio work, Leaves' Eyes tours extensively. Over four years, the band performed across four continents and 34 countries, playing a total of 222 concerts. Their live DVD, ''[[We Came with the Northern Winds: En Saga i Belgia]],'' reached number 11 on the German DVD charts in 2009. This exclusive package documents the band's history and includes footage of their 2007 concert at the ''[[Metal Female Voices Festival]]''. This headline show featured elaborate staging, including a [[Viking longship]] on stage.
The band toured in support of the album, while bassist Fedynitch was replaced by Oliver Holzwarth due to suffering an injury'''.'''<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2009-11-18 |title=LEAVES' EYES: Footage From Pratteln Available |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-footage-from-pratteln-available/ |access-date=2025-08-06 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> She made her last appearance with the band during an acoustic set at the 2009 Metal Female Voices Festival,<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2009-10-24 |title=BLIND GUARDIAN Bassist Performs With LEAVES' EYES At METAL FEMALE VOICES FEST; Video Available |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/blind-guardian-bassist-performs-with-leaves-eyes-at-metal-female-voices-fest-video-available/ |access-date=2025-08-06 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> and was replaced by JB van der Wal a year later.<ref name=":10">{{Cite web |last= |date=2011-01-15 |title=LEAVES' EYES: New Album Title, Artwork Unveiled |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-new-album-title-artwork-unveiled/ |access-date=2025-08-06 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref>


===''Njord'' (2009–2011)===
In January 2010, guitarist Mathias Röderer left the band''',''' and was replaced by Sander van der Meer''','''<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2010-01-04 |title=LEAVES' EYES/ATROCITY Guitarist Quits; Replacement Announced |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-atrocity-guitarist-quits-replacement-announced/ |access-date=2025-08-06 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> while in March drummer Antonopoulos resigned.'''<ref>{{Cite web |title=Leaves' Eyes and Atrocity announce new drummer: Roland Navratil replacing Chris "Seven" Antonopoulos |url=http://www.drummerszone.com/news/newsItem.php?n01ID=7860&type=2 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20110719132146/http://www.drummerszone.com/news/newsItem.php?n01ID=7860&type=2 |archivedate=19 July 2011 |accessdate=7 August 2023}}</ref>''' He was replaced by Roland Navratil,<ref name=":9">{{Cite web |last= |date=2010-07-12 |title=LEAVES' EYES Begins Recording New Album |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-begins-recording-new-album/ |access-date=2025-08-06 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> before the band toured as support Kamelot again around Europe and North America.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2010-02-12 |title=LEAVES' EYES, BLACKGUARD Announce More U.S. Shows |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-blackguard-announce-more-u-s-shows/ |access-date=2025-08-06 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> In May 2010 the band released an expanded version of ''Njord'' that included the EP ''At Heaven's End''.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2010-04-23 |title=LEAVES' EYES: 'Special Fan Edition' Of 'Njord' To Arrive In May |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-special-fan-edition-of-njord-to-arrive-in-may/ |access-date=2025-08-06 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref>
''[[Njord (album)|Njord]]'' was released in 2009, continuing the band's chart success. The album's first single, ''[[My Destiny (EP)|My Destiny]],'' quickly became an anthem, following in the footsteps of ''Elegy''. ''Njord'' received critical acclaim<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.sputnikmusic.com/review/32186/Leaves-Eyes-Njord/ |title=Review: Leaves' Eyes – Njord |publisher=Sputnikmusic |date=2009-09-01 |access-date=2014-05-30}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.seaoftranquility.org/reviews.php?op=showcontent&id=8440 |title=Review: "Leaves' Eyes: Njord" – Sea of Tranquility – The Web Destination for Progressive Music! |publisher=Sea of Tranquility |date=2009-11-20 |access-date=2014-05-30}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author=Phil Freeman |url=http://www.allmusic.com/album/njord-mw0000824417 |title=Njord – Leaves' Eyes &#124; Songs, Reviews, Credits, Awards |publisher=AllMusic |date=2009-09-29 |access-date=2014-05-30}}</ref> as "an epic masterpiece." The album showcased a more modern style compared to previous releases and included symphonic metal tracks of heightened complexity, featuring the Lingua Mortis Orchestra conducted by [[Victor Smolski]]. Several lyrics were inspired by the English folk ballad "[[Scarborough Fair (ballad)|Scarborough Fair]]". The band's live performances were equally successful across [[Europe]] and [[North America]]. For the Special Fan Edition of ''Njord,'' Leaves' Eyes recorded the ''At Heaven's End'' EP in 2010.


===''Meredead'' (2011–2013)===
=== ''Meredead'' and ''Symphonies of the Night'' (2011–2015) ===
One year later, Leaves' Eyes released their fourth studio album, ''[[Meredead]]''. Produced by Alexander Krull, the album blends folk elements from earlier works to shape ''Meredead'''s atmospheric tone. The opening track, "Spirits' Masquerade," incorporates folk instrumentation, enriching the album’s diverse sound. Tracks like ''[[Étaín]]'' and ''Sigrlinn'' lyrically evoke the mysticism of ancient cultures, featuring [[uilleann pipes]] to enhance their thematic depth. The album also includes more traditional songs, such as ''Nystev'' and ''[[Kråkevisa]]''; the latter employs the Scandinavian [[nyckelharpa]], or keyed [[fiddle]]. A cover of ''[[To France]]'' reinterprets the tragedy and emotion of [[Mike Oldfield]]'s classic. Supporting vocals and instrumentation on the album are provided by Maite Itoiz and John Kelly (Elfenthal), [[Carmen Elise Espenæs]] ([[Midnattsol]]), the Norwegian Anette Guldbrandsen, and [[Victor Smolski]]'s Lingua Mortis Orchestra.
After the personnel changes, the band began recording new material in the middle of 2010.<ref name=":9" /><ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2010-07-19 |title=LEAVES' EYES Guitarist Laying Down Tracks For New Album |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-guitarist-laying-down-tracks-for-new-album/ |access-date=2025-08-06 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> In April 2011, Leaves' Eyes released their fourth studio album, ''[[Meredead]]''.<ref name=":10" /> The record emphasised the 'varied folk elements' that featured on previous albums nad included a cover of "[[To France]]".<ref name=":3" />


The 2011 EP ''Melusine'' was a special release in collaboration with the German magazine ''[[Sonic Seducer]]''.
The 2011 EP ''Melusine'' was a special release in collaboration with the German magazine ''[[Sonic Seducer]]''.


===''Symphonies of the Night'' (2013–2015)===
In an interview with Valkyrian Music, Leaves' Eyes announced they had begun writing material for their fifth studio album, which they aimed to release in spring 2013.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6RxJGH-00k&list=HL1347901291&feature=mh_lolz  |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211222/Z6RxJGH-00k |archive-date=2021-12-22 |url-status=live|title=Interview with Liv Kristine [Leaves' Eyes&#93; |date=15 September 2012 |publisher=YouTube |access-date=2014-05-30}}{{cbignore}}</ref> On January 7, 2013, the band announced on their official Facebook page that the title of their fifth studio album would be ''[[Symphonies of the Night]]''.
In an interview with Valkyrian Music, Leaves' Eyes announced they had begun writing material for their fifth studio album, which they aimed to release in spring 2013.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6RxJGH-00k&list=HL1347901291&feature=mh_lolz  |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211222/Z6RxJGH-00k |archive-date=2021-12-22 |url-status=live|title=Interview with Liv Kristine [Leaves' Eyes&#93; |date=15 September 2012 |publisher=YouTube |access-date=2014-05-30}}{{cbignore}}</ref> On January 7, 2013, the band announced on their official Facebook page that the title of their fifth studio album would be ''[[Symphonies of the Night]]''.


On March 23, 2013, Leaves' Eyes further announced on Facebook that vocal recording had begun, accompanied by a statement:<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.facebook.com/leaveseyesofficial |title=Leaves' Eyes Official |publisher=Facebook |date=2014-05-21 |access-date=2014-05-30}}</ref>
On May 9, 2013, the band announced that the vocal recordings were complete and that Alexander Krull had begun mixing the album. The band premiered the first new song from the album, titled "Hell to the Heavens," at the Summer Breeze Festival.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBrU1ejlr70 |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211222/mBrU1ejlr70 |archive-date=2021-12-22 |url-status=live |title=Leaves' Eyes – Hell to the Heavens (Live @ Summer Breeze 2013) |date=22 August 2013 |publisher=YouTube |access-date=2014-05-30}}{{cbignore}}</ref>
<blockquote>
At the moment Liv Kristine is tracking vocals for the upcoming Leaves' Eyes album:
"The recording sessions at Mastersound studios are so much fun, as well as being highly intense.
Today I recorded an amazing and classically influenced new song. We are all very excited about the songs for the new album."
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[[File:Leaves' Eyes In Israel, 2016 -4.JPG|thumb|Leaves' Eyes in Israel, 2016, one of the last performances with Liv Kristine]]
 
On May 9, 2013, the band announced that the vocal recordings were complete and that Alexander Krull had begun mixing the album:{{citation needed|date=September 2021}}
<blockquote>
Good news from Mastersound Studio: The vocal recordings for all songs on our upcoming release "Symphonies of the Night" have just been completed. Furthermore, Alex is already busy mixing the album. We have taken a significant inspirational step since the production of "Meredead," both in terms of sound and vocals. It has been such a pleasure evolving in my singing techniques and knowledge, and I thank my band members for "giving me an inspirational kick" when I needed to gain momentum behind the microphone. "Symphonies of the Night" is hauntingly dreamlike and heavy to the core!
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The band premiered the first new song from the album, titled "Hell to the Heavens," at the Summer Breeze Festival.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBrU1ejlr70 |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/varchive/youtube/20211222/mBrU1ejlr70 |archive-date=2021-12-22 |url-status=live|title=Leaves' Eyes – Hell to the Heavens (Live @ Summer Breeze 2013) |date=22 August 2013 |publisher=YouTube |access-date=2014-05-30}}{{cbignore}}</ref>


The artwork for the new album was released on August 26, 2013. A few days later, the band released a video announcing that they would be performing at Metal Female Voices Fest 2013. A teaser of the studio version of "Hell to the Heavens" was also included in the video.
The artwork for the new album was released on August 26, 2013. A few days later, the band released a video announcing that they would be performing at Metal Female Voices Fest 2013. A teaser of the studio version of "Hell to the Heavens" was also included in the video.
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<blockquote>The nicest thing for me is that it is said in the sagas that Harald became the first king of Norway after he won a battle that took place in one of the Norwegian fjords called [[Hafrsfjord]]. You know, that is a very important place—not only for the history of Norway—but also for me, because I was born there. So, this album is a concept album, but it's also a very personal album.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|title = August 12, 2015, Leaves' Eyes interview with Sonic Cathedral webzine|url = http://www.soniccathedral.com/webzine/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1255&Itemid=36|website = www.soniccathedral.com|access-date = 2015-08-14|url-status = dead|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20150924103823/http://www.soniccathedral.com/webzine/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1255&Itemid=36|archive-date = September 24, 2015}}</ref> </blockquote>
<blockquote>The nicest thing for me is that it is said in the sagas that Harald became the first king of Norway after he won a battle that took place in one of the Norwegian fjords called [[Hafrsfjord]]. You know, that is a very important place—not only for the history of Norway—but also for me, because I was born there. So, this album is a concept album, but it's also a very personal album.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|title = August 12, 2015, Leaves' Eyes interview with Sonic Cathedral webzine|url = http://www.soniccathedral.com/webzine/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1255&Itemid=36|website = www.soniccathedral.com|access-date = 2015-08-14|url-status = dead|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20150924103823/http://www.soniccathedral.com/webzine/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1255&Itemid=36|archive-date = September 24, 2015}}</ref> </blockquote>


The first official video from ''King of Kings'' is for the track "The Waking Eye," which was filmed in Norway (for the background scenes) and in Germany (for the action scenes).<ref>{{Cite web|title = July 7, 2015, Leaves' Eyes Films 'The Waking Eye' Video|date = 7 July 2015|url = http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-films-the-waking-eye-video/|access-date = 2015-08-14}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web|title = Siegener Zeitung :: KULTUR :: Leaves' Eyes drehte in Krombach|url = http://www.siegener-zeitung.de/siegener-zeitung/Leaves-Eyes-drehte-in-Krombach-ec49378f-92e2-49dc-86b5-9d5a7f79d714-ds|website = www.siegener-zeitung.de|access-date = 2015-08-14}}</ref> The Viking reenactment group Værjaborg supplied over 40 members for the battle and action sequences.<ref name=":1" /> Leaves' Eyes considers "The Waking Eye" to be their most ambitious video to date.<ref name=":0" />
The first official video from ''King of Kings'' is for the track "The Waking Eye," which was filmed in Norway (for the background scenes) and in Germany (for the action scenes).<ref>{{Cite web|title = July 7, 2015, Leaves' Eyes Films 'The Waking Eye' Video|date = 7 July 2015|url = http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-films-the-waking-eye-video/|access-date = 2015-08-14}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web|title = Siegener Zeitung :: KULTUR :: Leaves' Eyes drehte in Krombach|url = http://www.siegener-zeitung.de/siegener-zeitung/Leaves-Eyes-drehte-in-Krombach-ec49378f-92e2-49dc-86b5-9d5a7f79d714-ds|website = www.siegener-zeitung.de|access-date = 2015-08-14|archive-date = 2016-01-09|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20160109120417/http://www.siegener-zeitung.de/siegener-zeitung/Leaves-Eyes-drehte-in-Krombach-ec49378f-92e2-49dc-86b5-9d5a7f79d714-ds|url-status = dead}}</ref> The Viking reenactment group Værjaborg supplied over 40 members for the battle and action sequences.<ref name=":1" /> Leaves' Eyes considers "The Waking Eye" to be their most ambitious video to date.<ref name=":0" />


On April 15, 2016, the band announced they had parted ways with lead vocalist and co-founder Liv Kristine.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://teamrock.com/news/2016-04-18/leaves-eyes-split-with-founder-liv-kristine|title=Leaves' Eyes split with founder Liv Kristine|date=2016-04-18|website=Metal Hammer|language=en-GB|access-date=2016-04-19}}</ref> Since then, both parties have provided different accounts of how the split occurred, with the band stating that the decision regarding Kristine's departure was made in January.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-parts-ways-with-singer-liv-kristine-announces-replacement/|title=LEAVES' EYES Parts Ways With Singer LIV KRISTINE, Announces Replacement|date=2016-04-16|website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET|language=en-US|access-date=2016-04-20}}</ref> While the band initially stated that it had been a mutual decision, Kristine disputed this claim, indicating she was dismissed and that it was not her decision. Legal proceedings have since been initiated.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/singer-liv-kristine-on-being-replaced-in-leaves-eyes-i-cant-believe-this-process-happened-behind-my-back/|title=Singer LIV KRISTINE on Being Replaced in LEAVES' EYES: 'I Can't Believe This Process Happened Behind My Back'|date=2016-04-18|website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET|language=en-US|access-date=2016-04-20}}</ref>
On April 15, 2016, the band announced they had parted ways with lead vocalist and co-founder Liv Kristine.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://teamrock.com/news/2016-04-18/leaves-eyes-split-with-founder-liv-kristine|title=Leaves' Eyes split with founder Liv Kristine|date=2016-04-18|website=Metal Hammer|language=en-GB|access-date=2016-04-19}}</ref> Since then, both parties have provided different accounts of how the split occurred, with the band stating that the decision regarding Kristine's departure was made in January.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-parts-ways-with-singer-liv-kristine-announces-replacement/|title=LEAVES' EYES Parts Ways With Singer LIV KRISTINE, Announces Replacement|date=2016-04-16|website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET|language=en-US|access-date=2016-04-20}}</ref> While the band initially stated that it had been a mutual decision, Kristine disputed this claim, indicating she was dismissed and that it was not her decision.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/singer-liv-kristine-on-being-replaced-in-leaves-eyes-i-cant-believe-this-process-happened-behind-my-back/|title=Singer LIV KRISTINE on Being Replaced in LEAVES' EYES: 'I Can't Believe This Process Happened Behind My Back'|date=2016-04-18|website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET|language=en-US|access-date=2016-04-20}}</ref>


===Arrival of Elina Siirala and ''Sign of the Dragonhead'' (2016–2019)===
===Arrival of Elina Siirala and ''Sign of the Dragonhead'' (2016–2019)===
On April 15, 2016, the band announced Finnish singer [[Elina Siirala]] as their new lead vocalist.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.leaveseyes.de/leaves-eyes-announce-new-singer/|title=Leaves' Eyes announce new singer|website=www.leaveseyes.de|access-date=2016-04-19}}</ref> Siirala made her debut with the band on April 18, 2016, at the Hammersonic Festival in Jakarta. A tour edition of the album ''King of Kings'' was released on June 3, 2016.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/video-leaves-eyes-performs-live-with-new-singer-for-first-time/|title=Leaves' Eyes Performs With New Singer For First Time|date=2016-04-18|website=Blabbermouth.net|language=en-US|access-date=2016-04-19}}</ref>
On April 15, 2016, the band announced Finnish singer [[Elina Siirala]] as their new lead vocalist.<ref>{{Cite web |last=McGinn |first=Katarina |date=November 20, 2016 |title=Leaves' Eyes – Beginning a New Era |url=https://deadrhetoric.com/features/leaves-eyes-beginning-a-new-era/ |access-date=2025-08-01 |website=deadrhetoric.com}}</ref> Siirala made her debut with the band on April 18, 2016, at the Hammersonic Festival in Jakarta. A tour edition of the album ''King of Kings'' was released on June 3, 2016.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/video-leaves-eyes-performs-live-with-new-singer-for-first-time/|title=Leaves' Eyes Performs With New Singer For First Time|date=2016-04-18|website=Blabbermouth.net|language=en-US|access-date=2016-04-19}}</ref>


On October 7, 2016, the band released the EP "Fires in the North," which featured a brand new song as well as three re-recorded tracks from ''King of Kings'' with Siirala on vocals.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-fires-in-the-north-ep-details-revealed/|title = LEAVES' EYES: 'Fires in the North' EP Details Revealed|date = 4 September 2016}}</ref> Following the release of the EP, the band embarked on a North American tour in support of [[Sabaton]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://metaladdicts.com/leaves-eyes-confirmed-north-america-tour-sabaton-2017/|title = LEAVES' EYES confirmed for North America tour with SABATON in 2017! &#124; Metal Addicts|date = 5 December 2016}}</ref> On November 27, 2017, the band announced their new album, ''[[Sign of the Dragonhead]]''.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-to-release-sign-of-the-dragonhead-album-in-january/|title = LEAVES' EYES to Release 'Sign of the Dragonhead' Album in January|date = 6 November 2017}}</ref> The same day the album was announced, the title track was released as the lead single.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://archive.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-releases-music-video-for-sign-of-the-dragonhead-title-track/|title = LEAVES' EYES Releases Music Video for 'Sign of the Dragonhead' Title Track|date = 27 November 2017}}</ref> The song "Across the Sea" was released as the album's second single on December 31, 2017, with an accompanying music video.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.leaveseyes.de/new-single-across-the-sea-out-now/|title=Leaves' Eyes – Official Website » NEW Single "ACROSS THE SEA" out now!}}</ref> The band released "Jomsborg" as the album's third single on January 11, 2018.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://bravewords.com/news/leaves-eyes-debut-official-lyric-video-for-jomsborg | title=LEAVES' EYES Debut Official Lyric Video for "Jomsborg" }}</ref>
On October 7, 2016, the band released the EP "Fires in the North," which featured a brand new song as well as three re-recorded tracks from ''King of Kings'' with Siirala on vocals.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-fires-in-the-north-ep-details-revealed/|title = LEAVES' EYES: 'Fires in the North' EP Details Revealed|date = 4 September 2016}}</ref> Following the release of the EP, the band embarked on a North American tour in support of [[Sabaton]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://metaladdicts.com/leaves-eyes-confirmed-north-america-tour-sabaton-2017/|title = LEAVES' EYES confirmed for North America tour with SABATON in 2017! &#124; Metal Addicts|date = 5 December 2016}}</ref> On November 27, 2017, the band announced their new album, ''[[Sign of the Dragonhead]]''.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-to-release-sign-of-the-dragonhead-album-in-january/|title = LEAVES' EYES to Release 'Sign of the Dragonhead' Album in January|date = 6 November 2017}}</ref> The same day the album was announced, the title track was released as the lead single.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://archive.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-releases-music-video-for-sign-of-the-dragonhead-title-track/|title = LEAVES' EYES Releases Music Video for 'Sign of the Dragonhead' Title Track|date = 27 November 2017}}</ref> The song "Across the Sea" was released as the album's second single on December 31, 2017, with an accompanying music video.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.leaveseyes.de/new-single-across-the-sea-out-now/|title=Leaves' Eyes – Official Website » NEW Single "ACROSS THE SEA" out now!}}</ref> The band released "Jomsborg" as the album's third single on January 11, 2018.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://bravewords.com/news/leaves-eyes-debut-official-lyric-video-for-jomsborg | title=LEAVES' EYES Debut Official Lyric Video for "Jomsborg" | date=11 January 2018 }}</ref>


''Sign of the Dragonhead'' was released on January 12, 2018. The band toured throughout Europe in support of the album, and on August 30, 2018, they released the song "Riders on the Wind" as the album's fourth and final single. The music video for the song featured footage from the ''Sign of the Dragonhead'' tour.<ref name="metaladdicts.com">{{Cite web|url=https://metaladdicts.com/leaves-eyes-riders-on-the-wind-video-clip-released-sign-of-the-dragonhead-tour-edition-out-september-7th/|title = LEAVES' EYES: "Riders on the Wind" Video Clip Released / "Sign of the Dragonhead" Tour Edition Out September 7th! &#124; Metal Addicts|date = September 2018}}</ref> On September 7, 2018, a tour edition of ''Sign of the Dragonhead'' was released, which included the "Riders on the Wind" physical single.<ref name="metaladdicts.com"/>
''Sign of the Dragonhead'' was released on January 12, 2018. The band toured throughout Europe in support of the album, and on August 30, 2018, they released the song "Riders on the Wind" as the album's fourth and final single. The music video for the song featured footage from the ''Sign of the Dragonhead'' tour.<ref name="metaladdicts.com">{{Cite web|url=https://metaladdicts.com/leaves-eyes-riders-on-the-wind-video-clip-released-sign-of-the-dragonhead-tour-edition-out-september-7th/|title = LEAVES' EYES: "Riders on the Wind" Video Clip Released / "Sign of the Dragonhead" Tour Edition Out September 7th! &#124; Metal Addicts|date = September 2018}}</ref> On September 7, 2018, a tour edition of ''Sign of the Dragonhead'' was released, which included the "Riders on the Wind" physical single.<ref name="metaladdicts.com"/>


===''The Last Viking'', departure of Thorsten Bauer and ''Myths of Fate'' (2020–present)===
===''The Last Viking'', departure of Thorsten Bauer, ''Myths of Fate'', and ''Song of Darkness'' EP (2020–present)===
''[[The Last Viking (album)|The Last Viking]]'' was released on October 23, 2020. The album continued the trend toward folk metal and historical lyrics. On May 23, 2021, the band announced the addition of bassist Andre Nasso.<ref>{{cite web | url-access=limited |archive-url = https://ghostarchive.org/iarchive/facebook/100044226079229/326855025465364 |archive-date = 2022-04-30| url = https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=326855025465364&set=pb.100044226079229.-2207520000..&type=3 |title = Leaves' Eyes on Facebook |website=[[Facebook]]}}{{cbignore}}{{User-generated source|certain=yes|date=March 2022}}</ref> On December 29, 2021, it was announced that Thorsten Bauer would leave the band by the end of 2021.<ref>{{cite web | url-access=limited |archive-url = https://ghostarchive.org/iarchive/facebook/100044226079229/465524361598429 |archive-date = 2022-04-30| url = https://www.facebook.com/leaveseyesofficial/posts/465524361598429 |title = Leaves' Eyes on Facebook |website=[[Facebook]]}}{{cbignore}}{{User-generated source|certain=yes|date=March 2022}}</ref>
''[[The Last Viking (album)|The Last Viking]]'' was released on October 23, 2020. The album continued the trend toward folk metal and historical lyrics. On May 23, 2021, the band announced the addition of bassist Andre Nasso.<ref>{{cite web | url-access=limited |archive-url = https://ghostarchive.org/iarchive/facebook/100044226079229/326855025465364 |archive-date = 2022-04-30| url = https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=326855025465364&set=pb.100044226079229.-2207520000..&type=3 |title = Leaves' Eyes on Facebook |website=[[Facebook]]}}{{cbignore}}{{User-generated source|certain=yes|date=March 2022}}</ref> On December 29, 2021, it was announced that Thorsten Bauer would leave the band by the end of 2021.<ref>{{cite web | url-access=limited |archive-url = https://ghostarchive.org/iarchive/facebook/100044226079229/465524361598429 |archive-date = 2022-04-30| url = https://www.facebook.com/leaveseyesofficial/posts/465524361598429 |title = Leaves' Eyes on Facebook |website=[[Facebook]]}}{{cbignore}}{{User-generated source|certain=yes|date=March 2022}}</ref>


On December 9, 2023, the band revealed the title of their ninth studio album, ''Myths of Fate'', which was released on March 22, 2024.<ref>{{cite web |title=Leaves' Eyes announced new album 'Myths Of Fate' and shared first single |url=https://www.grimmgent.com/leaves-eyes-announced-new-album-myths-of-fate-and-shared-first-single/ |website=Grimm Gent |access-date=21 December 2023 |date=9 December 2023}}</ref>
On December 9, 2023, the band revealed the title of their ninth studio album, ''Myths of Fate'', which was released on March 22, 2024.<ref>{{cite web |title=Leaves' Eyes announced new album 'Myths Of Fate' and shared first single |url=https://www.grimmgent.com/leaves-eyes-announced-new-album-myths-of-fate-and-shared-first-single/ |website=Grimm Gent |access-date=21 December 2023 |date=9 December 2023}}</ref> On June 20, 2024, it was announced that guitarist Micki Richter left both of Krull's bands. His replacement is Florian Ewert.<ref>{{cite web |title=ATROCITY, LEAVES' EYES: Guitarist Micki Richter Out |url=https://metalitalia.com/articolo/atrocity-leaves-eyes-fuori-il-chitarrista-micki-richter/ |website=Metalitalia.com |access-date=15 December 2025 |date=20 June 2024}}</ref>
 
On December 12, 2025, the band revealed the title of their EP, ''Song of Darkness'', scheduled for release on March 7, 2026. The band released the title track of the EP on the day of the announcement.<ref>{{cite web |title=LEAVES' EYES: the title track of the new EP “Song Of Darkness” |url=https://metalitalia.com/articolo/leaves-eyes-la-titletrack-del-nuovo-ep-song-of-darkness/ |website=Metalitalia.com |access-date=15 December 2025 |date=12 December 2025}}</ref>
 
== Style ==
Most of Leaves' Eyes' lyrics, written by Liv Kristine until her departure in 2016, focus on [[Norse mythology]] and the [[Viking Age]] and have frequently incorporated [[naturalistic]] themes.<ref name=":2" /> This also features in the stage set-up.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=2007-09-18 |title=LEAVES' EYES: Photo Of Viking Ship Stage Set Posted Online |url=https://www.blabbermouth.net/news/leaves-eyes-photo-of-viking-ship-stage-set-posted-online/ |access-date=2025-08-05 |website=BLABBERMOUTH.NET |language=en}}</ref> The melodic vocals of Liv Kristine and her successor, [[Elina Siirala]], are occasionally complemented by [[death growl]] vocals from Krull.


==Band members==
==Band members==


;Current members
;Current
* [[Alexander Krull]] – [[Keyboard instrument|keyboards]], [[Death growl|unclean vocals]] <small>(2003–present)</small>
* [[Alexander Krull]] – [[Keyboard instrument|keyboards]], [[Death growl|unclean vocals]] <small>(2003–present)</small>
* Joris Nijenhuis – [[Drum kit|drums]] <small>(2013–present)</small>
* Joris Nijenhuis – [[Drum kit|drums]] <small>(2013–present)</small>
* [[Elina Siirala]] – [[Lead vocalist|lead vocals]] <small>(2016–present)</small>
* [[Elina Siirala]] – [[Lead vocalist|lead vocals]] <small>(2016–present)</small>
* Micki Richter – guitar <small>(2019–present)</small>
* Andre Nasso – bass <small>(2021–present)</small>
* Andre Nasso – bass <small>(2021–present)</small>
* Luc Gebhardt – guitar <small>(2022–present)</small>
* Luc Gebhardt – guitar <small>(2022–present)</small>
* Florian Ewert – guitar <small>(2024–present)</small>


;Live members
;Live
* Oliver Holzwarth – bass <small>(2009)</small>
* Oliver Holzwarth – bass <small>(2009)</small>
* Niels Löffler – bass <small>(2011–2015)</small>
* Niels Löffler – bass <small>(2011–2015)</small>
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* Ferry Duijsens – bass <small>(2016–2020)</small>
* Ferry Duijsens – bass <small>(2016–2020)</small>


;Past members
;Former
* Thorsten Bauer – [[Electric guitar|guitars]], [[Bass guitar|bass]] <small>(2003–2021)</small>
* Thorsten Bauer – [[Electric guitar|guitars]], [[Bass guitar|bass]] <small>(2003–2021)</small>
* [[Liv Kristine|Liv Kristine Espenæs]] – lead vocals <small>(2003–2016)</small>
* [[Liv Kristine|Liv Kristine Espenæs]] – lead vocals <small>(2003–2016)</small>
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* Roland Navratil – drums <small>(2010–2012)</small>
* Roland Navratil – drums <small>(2010–2012)</small>
* Felix Born – drums <small>(2012–2013)</small>
* Felix Born – drums <small>(2012–2013)</small>
* Pete Streit – guitars <small>(2015–2019)</small>
* Pete Streit – guitar <small>(2015–2019)</small>
* Micki Richter – guitar <small>(2019–2024)</small>


=== Timeline ===
=== Timeline ===
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|-
|-
! scope="row" |''Myths of Fate''
! scope="row" |''[[Myths of Fate]]''
| * Released: March 22, 2024
| * Released: March 22, 2024
| * Label: AFM Records
| * Label: AFM Records
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! scope="col" rowspan="2" style="width:15em;"| Title
! scope="col" rowspan="2" style="width:15em;"| Title
! scope="col" rowspan="2" | Album details
! scope="col" rowspan="2" | Album details
! scope="col" colspan="2" | Peak chart positions
|-
|-
! scope="col" style="width:3em;font-size:90%;" | GER<br /><ref name="ger"/>
! scope="row" |''Into Your Light''  
! scope="col" style="width:3em;font-size:90%;" | FRA<br /><ref>{{cite web|author=Steffen Hung |url=http://lescharts.com/search.asp?search=LEAVES%27+EYES&cat=s |title=Les charts français |publisher=lescharts.com |access-date=2015-07-08}}</ref>
|-
! scope="row" |''[[Into Your Light]]''  
| * Released: August 3, 2004
| * Released: August 3, 2004
| —
| * Label: Napalm Records   
| * Label: Napalm Records   
| * Formats: CD, digital download<ref>{{cite web|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/into-your-light-ep/id390303586 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150228034729/https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/into-your-light-ep/id390303586 |url-status=dead |archive-date=February 28, 2015 |title=iTunes – Music – Into Your Light – EP by Leaves' Eyes |publisher=[[iTunes]] |date=2004-08-03 |access-date=2015-07-08}}</ref>
| * Formats: CD, digital download<ref>{{cite web|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/into-your-light-ep/id390303586 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150228034729/https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/into-your-light-ep/id390303586 |url-status=dead |archive-date=February 28, 2015 |title=iTunes – Music – Into Your Light – EP by Leaves' Eyes |publisher=[[iTunes]] |date=2004-08-03 |access-date=2015-07-08}}</ref>|| —   
| — || —   
|-
|-
! scope="row" |''[[Elegy (EP)|Elegy]]''  
! scope="row" |''[[Elegy (EP)|Elegy]]''  
| * Released: May 2, 2005
| * Released: May 2, 2005
| 76
| * Label: Napalm Records   
| * Label: Napalm Records   
| * Formats: CD, digital download<ref>{{cite web|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/elegy-ep/id390309172 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150522081417/https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/elegy-ep/id390309172 |url-status=dead |archive-date=May 22, 2015 |title=iTunes – Music – Elegy – EP by Leaves' Eyes |publisher=[[iTunes]] |date=2005-06-28 |access-date=2015-07-08}}</ref>
| * Formats: CD, digital download<ref>{{cite web|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/elegy-ep/id390309172 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150522081417/https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/elegy-ep/id390309172 |url-status=dead |archive-date=May 22, 2015 |title=iTunes – Music – Elegy – EP by Leaves' Eyes |publisher=[[iTunes]] |date=2005-06-28 |access-date=2015-07-08}}</ref>|| —  
| 76 || —  
|-
|-
! scope="row" |''[[Legend Land]]''   
! scope="row" |''[[Legend Land]]''   
| * Released: June 9, 2006  
| * Released: June 9, 2006  
| 75
| * Label: Napalm Records   
| * Label: Napalm Records   
| * Formats: CD
| * Formats: CD|| —  
| 75 || —  
|-
|-
! scope="row" |''[[My Destiny (EP)|My Destiny]]''   
! scope="row" |''[[My Destiny (EP)|My Destiny]]''   
| * Released: July 24, 2009
| * Released: July 24, 2009
| —
| * Label: Napalm Records   
| * Label: Napalm Records   
| * Formats: CD, digital download<ref>{{cite web|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/my-destiny-ep/id390303074 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160109120417/https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/my-destiny-ep/id390303074 |url-status=dead |archive-date=January 9, 2016 |title=iTunes – Music – My Destiny – EP by Leaves' Eyes |publisher=[[iTunes]] |date=2010-08-31 |access-date=2015-07-08}}</ref>
| * Formats: CD, digital download<ref>{{cite web|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/my-destiny-ep/id390303074 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160109120417/https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/my-destiny-ep/id390303074 |url-status=dead |archive-date=January 9, 2016 |title=iTunes – Music – My Destiny – EP by Leaves' Eyes |publisher=[[iTunes]] |date=2010-08-31 |access-date=2015-07-08}}</ref>|| 54
| — || 54
|-
|-
! scope="row" |''At Heaven's End''
! scope="row" |''At Heaven's End''
| * Released: April 9, 2010
| * Released: April 9, 2010
| —
| * Label: Napalm Records   
| * Label: Napalm Records   
| * Formats: CD, digital download
| * Formats: CD, digital download|| —  
| — || —  
|-
|-
! scope="row" |''Melusine''  
! scope="row" |''Melusine''  
| * Released: April 19, 2011
| * Released: April 19, 2011
| —
| * Label: Napalm Records   
| * Label: Napalm Records   
| * Formats: CD, digital download<ref>{{cite web|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/melusine-ep/id486296210 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160109120417/https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/melusine-ep/id486296210 |url-status=dead |archive-date=January 9, 2016 |title=iTunes – Music – Melusine – EP by Leaves' Eyes |publisher=[[iTunes]] |date=2011-12-20 |access-date=2015-07-08}}</ref>
| * Formats: CD, digital download<ref>{{cite web|url=https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/melusine-ep/id486296210 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160109120417/https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/melusine-ep/id486296210 |url-status=dead |archive-date=January 9, 2016 |title=iTunes – Music – Melusine – EP by Leaves' Eyes |publisher=[[iTunes]] |date=2011-12-20 |access-date=2015-07-08}}</ref>|| —   
| — || —   
|-
|-
! scope="row" |''Fires in the North''
! scope="row" |''Fires in the North''
| * Released: October 8, 2016
| * Released: October 8, 2016
| —
| * Label: AFM Records
| * Label: AFM Records
| * Formats: CD, digital download
| * Formats: CD, digital download|| —   
| — || —   
|-
|-
! scope="row" |''Black Butterfly''
! scope="row" |''Black Butterfly''
| * Released: November 22, 2019
| * Released: November 22, 2019
| —
| * Label: AFM Records
| * Label: AFM Records
| * Formats: CD, digital download
| * Formats: CD, digital download|| —   
| — || —   
|-
|-
| colspan="10" style="font-size:90%" | "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.
| colspan="10" style="font-size:90%" | "—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.
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|{{center|Rainer Zipp Fränzen}}
|}
|}
==Awards==
* Best DVD "[[We Came with the Northern Winds - En Saga I Belgia|En Saga I Belgia"]] [[Metal Female Voices Festival]] 2009<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://metalfemalevoicesfest.be/park/|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090506035304/http://www.metalfemalevoicesfest.be/awards/awards.htm|url-status=usurped|title=Welcome to this 1st Metal Female Voices Awards.|archive-date=6 May 2009|website=Metalfemalevoicesfest.be|access-date=5 October 2020}}</ref>


==References==
==References==
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[[Category:German musical quintets]]
[[Category:Norwegian musical quintets]]
[[Category:Norwegian musical quintets]]
[[Category:Musical sextets]]
[[Category:German musical sextets]]
[[Category:Mixed-gender bands]]
[[Category:Mixed-gender musical quintets]]
[[Category:Mixed-gender musical sextets]]

Latest revision as of 12:09, 16 December 2025

Template:Short description Script error: No such module "Unsubst". Script error: No such module "Infobox".Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". Leaves' Eyes is a symphonic metal band based in Germany,[2] formed in 2003 by Liv Kristine (ex Theatre of Tragedy) and Alexander Krull (Atrocity). Kristine departed in 2016 and was succeeded by Elina Siirala. The band has released nine studio albums, a live album and DVD as well several singles and EPs.[3]

History

Formation and Lovelorn (2003–2005)

Liv Kristine performed with the band Theatre of Tragedy from its formation in 1993 and featured on first five albums by the band.[4] She met Krull in the mid 1990s,[5] and they married in 2003.[3] The same year, they formed Leaves' Eyes after Kristine was dismissed from Theatre of Tragedy and enlisted members from Krull's band Atrocity.[6][7]

Signed to Napalm Records,[8] they began recording their debut album, Lovelorn.[9] The concept behind the album was based upon a treatment written by Kristine during her literature studies.[6] The album was preceded by the single "Into the Light" in April 2004.[10] The band toured as support to Atrocity in Europe throughout the year,[6][11] and appeared at the Summer Breeze and Wave Gotik Treffen festivals.[12][13]

By the end of the year drummer Martin Schmidt had left both outfits,[14] with Moritz Neuner hired as a replacement.[15][16]

Vinland Saga and Njord (2005–2011)

File:Leaves Eyes Liv Kristine and Alexander Krull at Henkersfest Stuttgart July 2007.jpg
Liv Kristine and Alexander Krull, the band's founders

One year after Lovelorn, Leaves' Eyes released their follow-up album, Vinland Saga, in 2005, inspired by Viking explorer Leif Eriksson.[15] The album's single, Elegy, charted in Germany for four consecutive weeks.[17] The band continued to tour, mostly as support act, to for instance Subway To Sally and Paradise Lost.[18][19]

The band embarked on their first tour of North America,[20] which suffered some cancellations after an accident with their bus in Detroit.[21] A companion EP Legend Land was released in July 2006,[22] which charted in Germany.[23] The band did a headlining tour around the UK and Northern Europe,[24][25] and toured South America for the first time.[23]

The band continued to tour in 2007, including North America as support to Kamelot.[26] They also performed at several festivals, including the Metal Female Voices Festival, which was filmed.[27][28]

By the end of the year it was announced that both Neuner and bassist Chris Lukhaup had left the band.[29] Drummer Nick Barker joined the band for live dates during 2008,[30] but left by the summer,[31] with Alex Holzwarth as a temporary replacement.[32]

In October 2008, Chris Antonopoulos joined the band on drums,[33] while Alla Fedynitch was recruited on bass.[34] As the band had been writing and recording their third album Njord for much of 2007, Fedynitch did not yet feature on the recordings. Instead, the main composer Thorsten Bauer contributed most to the songs.[34]

In February 2009,[35] the band released a 2 disc DVD featuring We Came with the Northern Winds tour documentary,[36] as well as the 2007 En Saga i Belgia concert with a double live album.[37] Released in July,[38] the EP My Destiny charted in France.[39] The album Njord appeared in August of that year,[40] and was described as "a sweeping, epic album" with "many alluring charms".[41][42] The album features the Lingua Mortis Orchestra conducted by Victor Smolski and a cover of the English folk ballad "Scarborough Fair".[41]

The band toured in support of the album, while bassist Fedynitch was replaced by Oliver Holzwarth due to suffering an injury.[43] She made her last appearance with the band during an acoustic set at the 2009 Metal Female Voices Festival,[44] and was replaced by JB van der Wal a year later.[45]

In January 2010, guitarist Mathias Röderer left the band, and was replaced by Sander van der Meer,[46] while in March drummer Antonopoulos resigned.[47] He was replaced by Roland Navratil,[48] before the band toured as support Kamelot again around Europe and North America.[49] In May 2010 the band released an expanded version of Njord that included the EP At Heaven's End.[50]

Meredead and Symphonies of the Night (2011–2015)

After the personnel changes, the band began recording new material in the middle of 2010.[48][51] In April 2011, Leaves' Eyes released their fourth studio album, Meredead.[45] The record emphasised the 'varied folk elements' that featured on previous albums nad included a cover of "To France".[3]

The 2011 EP Melusine was a special release in collaboration with the German magazine Sonic Seducer.

In an interview with Valkyrian Music, Leaves' Eyes announced they had begun writing material for their fifth studio album, which they aimed to release in spring 2013.[52] On January 7, 2013, the band announced on their official Facebook page that the title of their fifth studio album would be Symphonies of the Night.

On May 9, 2013, the band announced that the vocal recordings were complete and that Alexander Krull had begun mixing the album. The band premiered the first new song from the album, titled "Hell to the Heavens," at the Summer Breeze Festival.[53]

The artwork for the new album was released on August 26, 2013. A few days later, the band released a video announcing that they would be performing at Metal Female Voices Fest 2013. A teaser of the studio version of "Hell to the Heavens" was also included in the video.

King of Kings and departure of Liv Kristine (2015–2016)

Leaves' Eyes stated in 2015 that they would release a new album titled King of Kings, which would feature the London Voices choir and guest vocals by Simone Simons of Epica.[54] This album would also be their first release on AFM Records after parting ways with their longtime label, Napalm Records.[55] King of Kings is a concept album centered around the sagas of Norway's first king, Harald Fairhair (Harald Hårfagre).

In an interview with Sonic Cathedral webzine, Liv Kristine discussed her inspiration for the album:

The nicest thing for me is that it is said in the sagas that Harald became the first king of Norway after he won a battle that took place in one of the Norwegian fjords called Hafrsfjord. You know, that is a very important place—not only for the history of Norway—but also for me, because I was born there. So, this album is a concept album, but it's also a very personal album.[56]

The first official video from King of Kings is for the track "The Waking Eye," which was filmed in Norway (for the background scenes) and in Germany (for the action scenes).[57][58] The Viking reenactment group Værjaborg supplied over 40 members for the battle and action sequences.[58] Leaves' Eyes considers "The Waking Eye" to be their most ambitious video to date.[56]

On April 15, 2016, the band announced they had parted ways with lead vocalist and co-founder Liv Kristine.[59] Since then, both parties have provided different accounts of how the split occurred, with the band stating that the decision regarding Kristine's departure was made in January.[60] While the band initially stated that it had been a mutual decision, Kristine disputed this claim, indicating she was dismissed and that it was not her decision.[61]

Arrival of Elina Siirala and Sign of the Dragonhead (2016–2019)

On April 15, 2016, the band announced Finnish singer Elina Siirala as their new lead vocalist.[62] Siirala made her debut with the band on April 18, 2016, at the Hammersonic Festival in Jakarta. A tour edition of the album King of Kings was released on June 3, 2016.[63]

On October 7, 2016, the band released the EP "Fires in the North," which featured a brand new song as well as three re-recorded tracks from King of Kings with Siirala on vocals.[64] Following the release of the EP, the band embarked on a North American tour in support of Sabaton.[65] On November 27, 2017, the band announced their new album, Sign of the Dragonhead.[66] The same day the album was announced, the title track was released as the lead single.[67] The song "Across the Sea" was released as the album's second single on December 31, 2017, with an accompanying music video.[68] The band released "Jomsborg" as the album's third single on January 11, 2018.[69]

Sign of the Dragonhead was released on January 12, 2018. The band toured throughout Europe in support of the album, and on August 30, 2018, they released the song "Riders on the Wind" as the album's fourth and final single. The music video for the song featured footage from the Sign of the Dragonhead tour.[70] On September 7, 2018, a tour edition of Sign of the Dragonhead was released, which included the "Riders on the Wind" physical single.[70]

The Last Viking, departure of Thorsten Bauer, Myths of Fate, and Song of Darkness EP (2020–present)

The Last Viking was released on October 23, 2020. The album continued the trend toward folk metal and historical lyrics. On May 23, 2021, the band announced the addition of bassist Andre Nasso.[71] On December 29, 2021, it was announced that Thorsten Bauer would leave the band by the end of 2021.[72]

On December 9, 2023, the band revealed the title of their ninth studio album, Myths of Fate, which was released on March 22, 2024.[73] On June 20, 2024, it was announced that guitarist Micki Richter left both of Krull's bands. His replacement is Florian Ewert.[74]

On December 12, 2025, the band revealed the title of their EP, Song of Darkness, scheduled for release on March 7, 2026. The band released the title track of the EP on the day of the announcement.[75]

Style

Most of Leaves' Eyes' lyrics, written by Liv Kristine until her departure in 2016, focus on Norse mythology and the Viking Age and have frequently incorporated naturalistic themes.[2] This also features in the stage set-up.[76] The melodic vocals of Liv Kristine and her successor, Elina Siirala, are occasionally complemented by death growl vocals from Krull.

Band members

Current
Live
  • Oliver Holzwarth – bass (2009)
  • Niels Löffler – bass (2011–2015)
  • Gijs Coolen – bass (2015–2016)
  • Ferry Duijsens – bass (2016–2020)
Former
  • Thorsten Bauer – guitars, bass (2003–2021)
  • Liv Kristine Espenæs – lead vocals (2003–2016)
  • Mathias Röderer – guitars (2003–2010)
  • Chris Lukhaup – bass (2003–2007)
  • Martin Schmidt – drums (2003–2004)
  • Nick Barker – drums (2004–2008)
  • Moritz Neuner – drums (2005–2007)
  • Alla Fedynitch – bass (2007–2010)
  • Seven Antonopoulos – drums (2008–2010)
  • Sander van der Meer – guitars (2010–2015)
  • J.B. van der Wal – bass (2010–2013)
  • Roland Navratil – drums (2010–2012)
  • Felix Born – drums (2012–2013)
  • Pete Streit – guitar (2015–2019)
  • Micki Richter – guitar (2019–2024)

Timeline

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  bar:Chris from:01/01/2003 till:01/01/2007 color:bass
  bar:Alla from:01/01/2007 till:01/01/2010 color:bass
  bar:Wal from:01/01/2010 till:01/01/2013 color:bass
  bar:Nasso from:01/01/2022 till:end color:bass
  bar:Martin from:01/01/2003 till:01/01/2004 color:drums
  bar:Barker from:01/01/2004 till:01/01/2005 color:drums
  bar:Neuner from:01/01/2005 till:01/01/2007 color:drums
  bar:Barker from:01/01/2007 till:01/01/2008 color:drums
  bar:Seven from:01/01/2008 till:01/01/2010 color:drums
  bar:Roland from:01/01/2010 till:01/01/2012 color:drums
  bar:Born from:01/01/2012 till:01/09/2013 color:drums
  bar:Joris from:01/09/2013 till:end color:drums
  bar:Alex from:01/01/2003 till:end color:keys

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  at:05/30/2005 color:Studio layer:back
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  at:04/22/2011 color:Studio layer:back
  at:02/27/2009 color:Live layer:back
  at:11/15/2013 color:Studio layer:back
  at:09/11/2015 color:Studio layer:back
  at:01/12/2018 color:Studio layer:back
  at:10/23/2020 color:Studio layer:back
  at:03/22/2024 color:Studio layer:back

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Discography

Studio albums

Title Album details Peak chart positions Sales
GER
[77] 		SWI
[78] 		BEL (FL)
[79] 		BEL (WA)
[80] 		US
Heat
[81]
Lovelorn * Released: May 26, 2004 * Label: Napalm Records * Formats: CD, digital download[82] — — — — —
Vinland Saga * Released: May 30, 2005 * Label: Napalm Records * Formats: CD, digital download[83] 62 — — — —
Njord * Released: August 26, 2009 * Label: Napalm Records * Formats: CD, digital download[84] 30 88 58 82 — * US: 2,200+[85]
Meredead * Released: April 22, 2011 * Label: Napalm Records * Formats: CD, CD+DVD, digital download[86] 32 — 97 — 37 * US: 990+[87]
Symphonies of the Night * Released: November 15, 2013 * Label: Napalm Records * Formats: CD, LP, digital download[88] 49 — 172 124 18
King of Kings * Released: September 11, 2015 * Label: AFM Records * Formats: CD, LP, digital download[89] 15 54 90 130 52
Sign of the Dragonhead * Released: January 12, 2018 * Label: AFM Records * Formats: CD, LP, digital download 21 33 189 — —
The Last Viking * Released: October 23, 2020 * Label: AFM Records * Formats: CD, LP, digital download 28 62 — — —
Myths of Fate * Released: March 22, 2024 * Label: AFM Records * Formats: CD, LP, digital download — — — — —
"—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.

Live albums

Title Album details Peak chart positions
GER
[77]
We Came with the Northern
Winds: En Saga i Belgia 		* Released: February 27, 2009 * Label: Napalm Records * Formats: CD, DVD 75
"—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.

EPs

Title Album details
Into Your Light * Released: August 3, 2004 — * Label: Napalm Records * Formats: CD, digital download[90] —
Elegy * Released: May 2, 2005 76 * Label: Napalm Records * Formats: CD, digital download[91] —
Legend Land * Released: June 9, 2006 75 * Label: Napalm Records * Formats: CD —
My Destiny * Released: July 24, 2009 — * Label: Napalm Records * Formats: CD, digital download[92] 54
At Heaven's End * Released: April 9, 2010 — * Label: Napalm Records * Formats: CD, digital download —
Melusine * Released: April 19, 2011 — * Label: Napalm Records * Formats: CD, digital download[93] —
Fires in the North * Released: October 8, 2016 — * Label: AFM Records * Formats: CD, digital download —
Black Butterfly * Released: November 22, 2019 — * Label: AFM Records * Formats: CD, digital download —
"—" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory.

Music videos

Year Title Directed Album
2004 "Into Your Light"
—
Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 		Lovelorn
2005 "Elegy"
—
Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 		Vinland Saga
2006 "Legend Land"
—
Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 		Legend Land
2009 "My Destiny" Patric Ullaeus[94] Njord
2010 "Take the Devil in Me"
Robert Suß
Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
2011 "To France" Patric Ullaeus[95] Meredead
2013 "Hell to the Heavens"[96]
—
Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 		Symphonies of the Night
2015 "Symphony of the Night (feat. Maite Itoiz – Spanish Version)"
—
Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
2015 "Halvdan the Black"
—
Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters". 		King of Kings
2015 "The Waking Eye"
Rainer Zipp Fraenzen
Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
2016 "Edge of Steel"
Rainer Zipp Fränzen
Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".

References

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External links

Script error: No such module "Side box".

Script error: No such module "Navbox".

Script error: No such module "Authority control".

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