Opera Singer Reacts to NIGHTWISH | Ghost Love Score | Floor Jansen | Performance Analysis

[@gabriel.bardac]

Hello Jess [Soprano Notes] ! Nightwish fans here, your reaction just appeared on our radar.. Welcome to the world of symphonic metal! And thank you for checking this legendary band, performing in 2013 at Wacken Open Air festival, in front of a 82k+ audience. About the instrumental and vocal added parts - it's good to know they recorded their orchestral and vocal back tracks with prestigious institutions as London Philharmonic Orchestra, London's The Metro Voices choir group and London's Young Musicians Children's Choir as their regular partners. You really understood what Floor Jansen did there, and thank you for explaining it to us all! Instant subscribe for that. You appreciate all the key elements of a Nightwish show: the intricate classical-structured "cinematic score" composition, the high level of musicianship of all band members, the stellar vocals and charisma of Floor Jansen, our Dutch metal queen. Since this is your first Nightwish reaction, it is my duty to give you the short history of the band concentrated by Ann Waychoff, one of the biggest Nightwish fan who has since passed away (and I am doing this in her memory): " Nightwish was started in 1996.They are considered a Symphonic Metal band, with a female main singer. They are from Finland. Tuomas Holopainen, the keyboard player, composes and writes the lyrics for 95% of their music. Marco Hietala is the Bassist and vocals .And there is the guitarist Emppu Vuorinen . Then there is Troy Donockley from UK who is a multi-instrumentalist and vocals. Jukka Nevalainen is the drummer. In 2015 due to Jukka's health issues Kai Hahto became the drummer and as of now is a permanent addition. Nightwish has had three singers. 1st one was Tarja Turunen (Operatic vocals). She was with them until 2005. The 2nd one was Anette Olzon from Sweden (Poppy, strong vocals). She was with them until 2012.The 3rd and current singer is Floor Jansen, from Netherlands (power, operatic, soprano.....most versatile) - you just heard her. There are live concerts that you should use depending on what era. From Wishes to Eternity and End of an Era (Tarja), Montreux Festival live 2012 and Exit Festival (Anette), Live at Wacken 2013, Live at Wembley, Live at Tampere, Vehicle of Spirit, Decades live (Floor). I hope this helps. I want to welcome you to the Nightwish community. I hope you like them enough to continue the journey. Believe me Nightwish will surprise you with their songs. You will never know what to expect. They are unbelievable live. I want to warn you that Nightwish fans are hard core. So be prepared. lol " Hope you'll continue this journey with us, so I'll drop here a list of songs with the current lineup of the band you may like (please consider this list of links only as "a tip of the iceberg", an indication that they have a vast and very diverse repertoire, and not as something mandatory): "Romanticide" live at Wacken 2013 (metal) kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKvCaIJ5eLafjtU "Storytime" live at Wacken 2013 (uplifting vocals) kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqfOiqqFf7-ChLc "Ever Dream" live at Wacken 2013 (uplifting vocals) kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4nMZaFuma-WfJo​ "Song Of Myself" live at Wacken 2013 (dark/metal) kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooLYZoSgnsl7jck "Dead Boy's Poem" - live Buenos Aires 2018 (soulful ballad) kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWmoZH9tnMx_g68​ "Ghost River" live at Wacken 2013 (metal) kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmbImqeaYqp0bKs "Dark Chest Of Wonders" live at Wacken 2013 (metal, the greatest show opener ever) kzbin.info/www/bejne/haeydWmumsijnpY "My Walden" live at Wembley 2015 (celtic / folk) kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZ_UlnxuZZyNors​ "Sleeping Sun" live at Tampere 2015 (ballad) kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKTSpZ-wp56qhNk "Stargazer" live at Tampere 2015 (operatic vocals / metal) kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJmopnSGjtKSi8k​ "Slaying The Dreamer" live at Buenos Aires 2018 (metal) kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXKXZaeglrVopJI​ "I Want My Tears Back" live at Buenos Aires 2018 (celtic / folk vibe) kzbin.info/www/bejne/inOylZqun8djoa8 "Devil & The Deep Dark Ocean" live In Buenos Aires 2018 (metal) kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmOZo5Ksdr6EZrM "Weak Fantasy" live at Tampere 2015 (dark metal) kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3-VZGyGl9aVoNE​ "7 Days To The Wolves" live at Wembley 2015 (dark metal) kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqfWl6p3hceKjsU​ And if you want to hear Floor growling :) then try "Yours Is An Empty Hope" live at Mexico City in 2015 kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqbaimSaYrB8qdU Last but not the least - they just released their 9th studio album on April 10th named "Human :||: Nature" - just take a peek to their official playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLihZ3gi5Yvzc0pfH2cbNKUUX8o3pb8eVg You can also react to Floor Jansen "tapping" other musical genres in Beste Zangers 2019 (TV show from Netherlands) here is a playlist made by Floor herself (start listen it in reverse order..): kzbin.info/aero/PL8iSYWeQhlimgUnWw1FDdiJN0msPzqpLo To understand better the context of this show you should visit also Jenniezelf's YT channel (En subtitled materials): kzbin.info For entire episodes of the show with En translation, you should check Denise Hofs's DM channel: www.dailymotion.com/xpinkeu/videos In these pandemic times, Floor Jansen has decided to make covers for us, which you can find on her YT channel kzbin.info/door/xy4Ijz2QKXXJaREs-isxwA - there are already 2 covers there, the first is "Let It Go" from "Frozen" (2 weeks ago, already over 1M views) and the second - "Alone" from "Heart" (released just a few hours ago) .. Thank you! Waiting for more Nightwish reactions. All the best from RO. Stay safe.

[@alejandromoya7]

Apestan tus mismas sugerencias y perorata de sienpre, Gabrielito!!!

[@alejandromoya7]

Apestan tus mismas sugerencias!!! Aburridas!!!

[@gabriel.bardac]

@@alejandromoya7 I'm sorry you don't like my comment. I would suggest you to come with your own comment and links, ie to be constructive, rather than depleting your energy telling me how boring I am.

[@Willifrex]

Nice to see you in action again Gabriel, thank you for your hard work spreading the gospel :)

[@diegocerutti7613]

@@gabriel.bardac dear gabriel it is possible that I wait for this comment of yours to see a raction at nightwish, always explanatory and updated great job, and for those who do not appreciate .... here in Italy it is said:fatti i cazzi tuoi che campi cent' anni - mind your cock that you spend a hundred years

[@angiel9704]

“She has such a delicate voice.” NIGHTWISH fans - “eating popcorn and waiting”

[@antoinebrg6299]

I confess I was exactly like you described, sadisticly waiting for the epicness to hit her ahaha

[@WonderfulWorldOfStuff]

We do this a lot, many of us are the envy of first-time reactors, I remember discovering Nightwish 16 years ago & was asking myself what had I been doing ALL this time, how had I not heard of these magical beings that when together form the immense creature of perfect wonder called 'Nightwish'. I am now of course forever enlisted.

[@adrianisimona]

😂😂😂😂

[@revwhyte]

right on point :P

[@yiasou300]

So true!!! At the audition: "Floor, what's your vocal range?" Floor: "Yes."

[@ronpoirier2763]

Floor Jansen, First of Her Name, Queen of the Valkyries, Lady of Nightwish and Protector of our Metal Realm. Long may she reign.

[@dazlak69]

I was there and witnessed the goddess...

[@AGDinCA]

So jealous am I!

[@arnaldotanta3630]

Me too.

[@jonnykitka]

If time travel was possible. This would be the concert I would go to

[@neijiagongfu]

Nice!

[@damianstark5362]

Magic. Was not there, but I can feel magic through the screen.

[@diode_wow]

I love how we're slowly turning every opera, pop, rapper, country, music producer into a metal head. Slowly, but surely, we will have them all.

[@thatonebritishidiot3037]

metal is universal my friend

[@marcusanton95]

Let it be so my friend. Gotta love these honest reactions to our Queen Floor.

[@TheBioBizket]

Metal prevails! 🤘🏼

[@TheNeonParadox]

Stop sharing the plan. lol

[@nathanadam4666]

There is only one true master in music. Metal shall rule the world

[@wagsbass]

Watching an opera singer bobbing her head to a metal song is very cool indeed

[@briancalmes3999]

Lovely commentary

[@morbidangel7808]

There is something oddly satisfying about it :)

[@aperson9847]

you know you're a musician when you have a favorite interval 😂

[@Turalcar]

Yeah, 3:20 was the most nerd thing I've heard all day.

[@frankjuggaloheathen1035]

"I had a experience just watching them thru the screen" My friend, that "experience" is what we call a FLOORGASM!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

floorgasm! haha I love it!

[@isaiahwelch8066]

So good, "Floorgasm" is actually a part of Urban Dictionary. No joke, legit.

[@SaschaFenris]

@@isaiahwelch8066 :-D

[@Rackalzz]

yep, thats absolutely true! :D

[@frankjuggaloheathen1035]

@@isaiahwelch8066 Whuuuut? I just checked and you're right!

[@Greyhound53200]

Oh yes, oh yes, oh yes!!! I love me a noob Nightwish reactor who clearly knows what she's talking about because she's a pro as well and then simply swooning and fangirling over what she's experiencing. No doubt in my mind to hit that Subscribe button. Prepare for the Nightwish Army. I don't explain, you'll see it for yourself!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

I am SO excited!!

[@m2duebbie]

@@jessicasopranonotesSeems to be a quickly growing US Nightwish fan base finally. This song blew up on the internet about 7 months back, that's what pulled me, and tens of thousands of other new acolites into the Nightwish Army! Symphonic metal is multi-genre and Nightwish is just out if this world! Enjoy!

[@orion351us]

@@m2duebbie bingo

[@realulli]

If you want to see Floor fangirling, watch the "Phantom of the opera" with Henk Poort. He's the guy Andrew Lloyd Webber said is the best Phantom on the planet. Floor's a fan of him, but when she asked to sing that duet with him, he accepted on the condition that he would be singing that song with her on one or two concerts at the next Nightwish tour. Really impressive singing. (The thunder at the beginning of the video is not a sound effect, there was a thunderstorm in the area that just happened to add its voice. ;-))

[@m2duebbie]

@@realulli, one of my favorite videos from 2019 Beste Zangers tv show. Love how Henk just grabbed Floor in a huge hug when they finished!

[@mickpernell1467]

this drummer is nutsss

[@Richardtv1968]

Floor Jansen ....... Queen of the Valkyries

[@dustedforthebog]

This is one of the best reactions I've seen for Ghost Love Score. And I've seen them all. Instant subscribe.

[@Scirzo]

Yep! Subscribed as well! Same reason.

[@oddselstudios166]

I did the same. Concise, articulate and a passion for the art.

[@lynnlutz9883]

Subscribed also. One of the best reactions to this most frequently reviewed songs on KZbin.

[@Soulful_Steps]

Yes. That was exaxctly what I thought. Brilliant.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

wow, thank you! Such a huge compliment!

[@kristiansavov6528]

Happy first Floorgasm! Best (Night)wishes!

[@MrAppomatox]

99,99% of vocalists sing what they can. Floor sings what she wants 🤘

[@jimroberts62]

Hilarious! All these goth singers sound the same! She’s just an Amy lee rip off!

[@MrAppomatox]

@@jimroberts62 "goth" ?! What a piece of ear hahah! Please just listen Ariana Grande!

[@jonathanfairchild]

@@jimroberts62 I really really hope you're joking. Amy Lee is a good singer but Floor Jansen is a 1 in 1million singer.

[@johnhudson8950]

Exactly

[@Hynsson]

@@jimroberts62 Amy Lee is decent pop singer yes. She can't sing 10% of what Floor can tho

[@DanHolzmanTweed]

My wife and I have seen Nightwish many times over the last 20 years. They are some of the most brilliant performers in the business. When the pandemic lifts, you will be in for a treat.

[@TheCrimsonOne508]

I always enjoy it when someone doesn’t just react to a song like this, but also breaks it down and analyzes it because they have the musical skill and knowledge to do so. Great video!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Thanks so much!

[@flyingfox2728]

Really all the interruptions are fuggin annoying she could wait till the end

[@jfrmfrjm]

@@flyingfox2728 Really? How else would she delve into all the minute details that she does, so that the viewer keeps track of what she’s talking about? The interruptions are precisely when you actually LEARN something! You can watch the original video anytime you ever want - UNINTERRUPTED. And if you find interruptions annoying, you may choose not to watch reaction videos. 🙄

[@maurenegarza6427]

@@flyingfox2728 I would sooner have the reactions at the time they occur. What I don’t like is if people are talking over the music but stopping it to comment is a perfect scenario for my preferences.

[@maurenegarza6427]

Totally agree. This one had everything, emotions, animation, and knowledge. Absolute perfection!

[@user-mo7ck7nc8z]

Absolutely the best reaction to dear Floor and the band EVER!! You pour out info at speed. Just brilliant!! Thank you and CHEERS!! Hope you have a fantastic day young lady..

[@Scirzo]

I completely agree!

[@mattphillips538]

@@Scirzo SAME!

[@paisa20]

Agree

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Thank you J!! That means so much ☺️ and I hope you have an amazing day as well

[@gunterreihnhol6507]

As Marco would say, I agree!!

[@fnglert]

Welcome to Floor Jansen, the 6' Valkyrie Goddess of Metal. You've heard about 40% of what she can do. I've heard her sing rock, metal, classical aria, country, lullaby, smooth jazz, pop and musical. I've heard her sing in English, Dutch, German, Finnish, Spanish, Italian and Latin. I've heard her do deathgrowls and hold a D6 for 8 seconds. And I've heard her do all those things live on stage. Sure, there are singers who can do any of the things she does better than her, but there's only one who can do all of them and sound great and convincing doing it all. Beautiful analysis, Jess. This was a joy to watch.

[@hansv.d.hooven5232]

You forgot one thing, she's a vocal coach as well. 🙂🤘🤘

[@jessicasopranonotes]

she's 6 feet tall?! OMG that's amazinggg! I am really looking forward to reacting to more of them. By far, one of the most fun videos I've made, Thank you for supporting and watching!

[@lazaruslong9324]

Tuomas: "Floor, what's your range?" Floor: "Yes".

[@SaschaFenris]

:-D

[@itako9]

Pretty much that 😂😂😂

[@henryt9731]

probably 9000km?

[@fenixmaker]

More like... Power!!! Unlimited POWER!

[@avarast]

More like : what's your range ? floor: range ? never heard of that... sounds cute tho

[@indoelfje2552]

Funfact: nightwish calls floor while she is on the wedding of her sister: nightwish: ' floor, help can you fill in for anette?' Floor:' oke.' nightwish: 'can you learn the whole playlist in 48 hours?' And floor nailed it this was for this tour

[@viablue8143]

Fun fact 2: They have a documentary of this called “Please learn the setlist in 48 hours” :) I hope I remembered the title correctly, but you’ll find it even if I messed something up!

[@res20stupid]

Wait. I knew she was covering for Anette after she had to leave the band suddenly, but did she really learn the set in two days?!

[@acolytetojippity]

@@res20stupid yep. it also was just about the perfect time to ask her as well, as Floor was suffering from *major* burnout and wasn't sure she would ever want to perform again. She's said that if Tuomas had asked even a month earlier, she would have turned him down. But he didn't, she didn't, and here we are.

[@martchristy9981]

@@res20stupid Yes, she did. She started learning the hardest parts on the plane over to the states. The thing that some people don't realise is that she was familiar with some numbers anyway, as her previous band had warmed up for Nightwish in the past!

[@slash-1971]

Best singer on the planet, this barely scratches the surface of what Floor Jansen can do!

[@sandramelgers6028]

Wow what a reaction!! Floor is beyond amazing!! Please react to more Nightwish with Floor Jansen....The Nightwish Army is Here 😍

[@TF-lk6co]

Most people react to "the note" at the very end, but overlook the moment just before which is even more impressive (imo). Glad you called it out, and thanks for the great reaction.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

seriously, I've had that part stuck in my head for days, SOO good!!

[@AdriDzG]

Man, I hoped that someone realized that too! I mean, yeah, the sustained note it's so cool, and so hard, and then the people's reaction it's priceless too, BUT that part, that "MY fall", ugh, that's the money!

[@pedroangelsegura]

@@jessicasopranonotes you should check her beste zangers, she sings so many beautiful songs, even a little of opera.

[@myrkvarg]

This! While the end note is beyond fantastic, the buildup and the twang she does with her mixed voice right before is actually unbelievable.

[@silverblack5475]

I friggin love that moment.

[@bertoverweel6588]

Right......you wokeup the Nightwish army so get ready for a fantastic NIGHTWISH experiance !!!! Band from Finland , singer from the Netherlands and a guy who can play lots of instruments from GB . You know what , she growls too .

[@cynthiatolman326]

It's wonderful hearing someone, with such a beautiful and trained voice herself, confident enough to compliment and admire another talented vocalist. My mother was a soloist in a choir and I always envied her talent that wasn't handed down to me, but she would compliment other's voices too. Mark of a professional I'm guessing. Nice job here explaining things I'd never have noticed. Thank you

[@jessicasopranonotes]

My mother is an incredible baker and I didn’t get any of that handed down to me lol I’m sure where you don’t feel confident in your singing abilities, you radiate in other talents😊 Thank you for your comment, so nice 😊

[@cynthiatolman326]

@@jessicasopranonotes I just found your lovely reply and I had to tell you, I am a very talented baker, lol. I cook okay, but I love baking all types of pastries and cakes. I wish you so much success in your career and your channel.

[@ireallyreallyhategoogle]

@@cynthiatolman326 lol Maybe you two were switched at birth. ;-)

[@ireallyreallyhategoogle]

Yes, it's called professionalism. Anyone that needs to tear people down to lift himself up is a loser.

[@JotikoNl]

Floor can sing everything she wants to, from death growls to opera style.

[@georgelyras1978]

She can sing more than that

[@larrybrinker1664]

in one breathe

[@bulotgalactique7789]

@@georgelyras1978 That is an understatement

[@lucialovecraft]

Yours is an Empty Hope absolutely blew me away with her growls

[@paulcrick856]

Best Nightwish reaction I have seen in a long time. Can't wait for your future videos.

[@lupulul]

"Do you hear that?" "Hear what?" "The ground is trembling..." Looks into the horizon. "The Nightwish army... it's coming here!".

[@Ovrkyl]

We have heard the Siren's Call! The Voice of the Valkyrie Queen has summoned us!

[@jutaimi]

Indonesian Batallion reported Sir !! Ready to like and sub as appreciation for the reaction !!

[@quizzabella]

Isle of wight (UK) reporting for Nightwish duty (loved the video btw)

[@Norpal]

[@RetourBoise]

Damn, it could be a mem by now ahah. Btw, Belgian battalion reporting here o/

[@CLIFFLIX]

I LOVED your take on this video. Wow. My first video of yours. SUBSCRIBED! GR8 job!!!!

[@jmartinez2367]

I saw them live on a trip to Vienna about a year ago. Floor was UNBELIEVABLE…as was the entire band. Truly incredible live performers.

[@billattercliffe8655]

I recommend two Nightwish/Floor Jansen songs that I think will appeal to you. "Shoemaker" is a song about the NASA scientist Eugene Shoemaker, whose ashes are scattered on the moon. In this song, Floor moves through some very technically difficult singing and finishes with a display of her opera capabilities: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJvTkHecq6-co8k The second song, "Yours Is An Empty Hope" puts the opposite end of the Floor vocal spectrum on display as she goes into death metal mode. Pay close attention to Floor in the chorus as most reactors completely miss it as they don't think that a woman can sound like this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqbaimSaYrB8qdU Here are their tour dates with three shows in the U.S. nightwish.com/#tour

[@billattercliffe8655]

OK, let's make it three songs as Floor just dropped a cover of Heart's "Alone" which she recorded at home. If you like insanely high mixed belts, buckle up: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5fYXqyGa9Zpfc0

[@adecentdelinquent8986]

I think in "Yours is An Empty Hope" the problem is the sound mixing, her growls are so low in the mix both studio version and live version. The bassist's vocals is overshowding her because his voice is more high pitched in this case and so is louder than her lower pitched growls.

[@billattercliffe8655]

@@adecentdelinquent8986 Another explanation is that she is simply holding back and letting Marko's voice lead. We hear her crank up the volume at the end of the song. It's really noticeable in the Rock in Rio concert how loud her growl can actually be.

[@Temujim]

@@billattercliffe8655 I think youre right there (I didnt even know she was the one growling, never had seen the live version). She lets Marko take the lead intentionelly using the growl to give power to the chorus. I'm 100% not a pro dont even know how to sing, is just my feeling there.

[@KL-qy4ye]

Really interesting and knowledgeable perspective to a song I’ve heard an unreasonable number of times. And it looks like you quite enjoyed it too. Looking forward to more Nightwish. I’ve not yet seen them live but I will next May.

[@Daederik]

England? Can't wait for the London show!

[@KL-qy4ye]

@@Daederik No in Luxembourg

[@Daederik]

@@KL-qy4ye Ah excllent, hope you guys have a good show!

[@DJGots]

Düsseldorf, Germany right here, cant wait. Fingers crossed we can go by then

[@KL-qy4ye]

@@Daederik thx you too

[@martian50]

This was an excellent reaction. I've listened to this song and watched reaction videos too many times to count. Your comments were SO insightful and genuine, you are one of the best technical reviewers I've heard (and your singing sounds pretty incredible, too).

[@jessicasopranonotes]

ahhh, thank you thank you! 🥺☺️

[@lisasmillie7002]

I have seen Tarja, Annette and Floor, they have all been amazing, but I have to admit Floor is my fave. Tarja is my intro to the band back in 2000 but Floor can bring every song from every album to life. Amazing. ❤️

[@jimtryon1560]

I love how you breakdown the parts of the song. You also have a lot of music knowledge which lends itself to your credibility and before I forget, I love your voice. Nightwish is an amazing band!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Thanks Jim!

[@Robert_Herring]

Welcome aboard, you haven't heard half of what Floor, and Nightwish, can do. The Marco, bassist, also sings and together they make an incredible pair. The compositions and instrumentalists are top level.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Oh nice!! I would love to hear more of him! Can't wait!

[@nicod1361]

@@jessicasopranonotes Jess, LOVE Love your insightful reaction and genuine enthusiasm for this great band & their phenomenal singer,there are certain songs that lend themselves to your ear ,abilities & knowledge ,I sincerely hope you will jump on these asap as you are the kind of reactor that NW fans desire & deserve,cheers & God Bless! NIGHTWISH - Shoemaker (Official Lyric Video): kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJvTkHecq6-co8k *** the ending is the gold*** Floor Jansen (Revamp) : O Mio Babbino Caro, live @ MFVF 8 : kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpSuo4amdt2VpKc Floor Jansen interview (with subtitles!) and Puccini Aria Live in Tiende van Tijl 2013-1-2:kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZXCopaYrJiZa7M Floor Jansen sings Vilja Lied for Henk Poort, Beste Zangers 2019 (eng subs). : kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWWloWqbra-onNU Floor Jansen & Henk Poort - Phantom Of The Opera | Beste Zangers 2019 : kzbin.info/www/bejne/pp2mhJagq6mCgK8 NIGHTWISH - Storytime (OFFICIAL LIVE VIDEO) :kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqfOiqqFf7-ChLc Nightwish - How's The Heart Acoustic (Planet Rock acoustic session) : kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4rXnIOme76thdE Nightwish - Nemo (Planet Rock acoustic session) : kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHSaeYycmJqsZqM Ave Maria - Marko & Floor : kzbin.info/www/bejne/mX7XfHpunbeBgpY After Forever - Alone (Heart Cover) Floor's 1st band: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6HbgH6rmqqSZg -** this is possibly better than the original**

[@wyolaskan1868]

@@jessicasopranonotes I have a personal bias towards The Islander when it comes to Marko’s singing with Nightwish

[@lynnef1988]

This was everything I ever wanted in a Nightwish vocal reaction! Thank you! You picked up on so much. Floor Jansen is otherworldly. She has classical training, and can also growl (see Yours is an Empty Hope). I recommend checking out Storytime, and Song of Myself - each Nightwish song you listen to will surprise you! Hope to see more NW reactions from you :)

[@marcelrichardson5557]

Check out her and hank port singing phantom of the opera on beste zangers

[@erwindegroot8760]

It's Henk Poort

[@maranon1971]

@@erwindegroot8760 Dat staat er toch :-)

[@mykindamakeup]

Just start from the beginning with Villa Lied and work up to Phantom. Floor has shown so much more in technique and variety with her voice than just the grand finale. Every song she did on that show was brilliant.

[@FilipeAguiarCarvalho]

@@mykindamakeup And every song made the person she was singing to cry. EVERYONE CRIES!

[@exery8940]

@@mykindamakeup Villa Lied is a must!

[@danielzacatenco]

This is one of the coolest reactions because we all are learning and not just looking at some -oh wow, nice, dope, damn wow- reactions xdxdxdx

[@c0nn3]

Your hair seems to have mind of it’s own haha Perfect for headbanging. I love how it’s bobbing around at the sligthest head movement :D

[@jessicakoster2543]

That was all we could wish for in a reaction, thank you so much! I really hope you're interested in doing more. This was only a fraction of what she is capable of. Not only is she technically amazing, she is a master in letting you feel the emotions. I've seen butch, tattooed guys tear up as soon as she starts to sing.

[@JoakimDrakoga]

I am born -65 and tattooed and have said: "Hold my beer." a couple of times in the bar, and Floor has got me to tears multiple times.

[@Earman54music]

Nightwish Army, US Regiment, Pennsylvania Battalion reporting for duty. Welcome Jess to the best symphonic metal on Earth!

[@crhu319]

Your mission is to go play Nightwish at GOP bullshit "Trump won" meetings

[@reinis7899]

Hooraa to you from Nightwish Army, Latvian Regiment, Vidzeme Battalion! 😂👍

[@jessicasopranonotes]

I'm so excited! I can't believe I didn't even know this music existed! So thank you for being so welcoming ☺️☺️

[@crhu319]

@@jessicasopranonotes I was wondering if you were going to stick narrowly to a genre. If not, well...you're going for a trip. The Nightwish & Floor fans are going to steer you to all the best stuff in this genre. And they are genre-free and will also show you stuff like, oh, this kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5WxYohvg9uof8U

[@drewd2]

Wisconsin Battalion here. Nice to see we're coming together!

[@TheNeonParadox]

Welcome to the world of Nightwish, insanely attractive opera singer without a name. Nightwish Army reporting for duty insanely late.

[@kathleengiross]

This never gets old. I love watching them fall under the spell of the Viking Queen..

[@simoo7755]

very educated reaction!Good job!

[@eddivers1]

I've seen al reactions to Ghost Love Score....yes, all but you are the first (skilled) reactor who is honestly saying you're jealous. Big props to you girl! Loved the whole video, great expressions.

[@Duskwind_]

They are all secretly jealous, even if they don't say it 😁

[@Seraphim4190]

I came for the NW reaction, but I must say you have a very beautiful voice and I enjoyed the snippets of it that I heard. Great job in offering the technical insights you offered, too.

[@Jermi75]

Floor is pure awesome.

[@worldrummer]

This is probably my favorite reaction for this song. 👌🏼

[@troylammert7018]

I am not a vocalist by any means. I am a huge fan of Nightwish and I love watching these videos. I will say that you explain things very well. Not being a singer, I was intrigued at your analysis and education to the voice. With all of that your pure reaction to the wonder that is Floor Jansen just made it an extremely enjoyable thing to watch. I enjoyed it and I subscribe to it and I will watch more, well done! I do hope you do more Nightwish/floor Jansen videos to get the full scope of what this woman can do. Have a great weekend

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Thank you Troy! From what I've been hearing there is so much more to hear and see from this band and I am super excited to hear more from them.

[@nicod1361]

@@jessicasopranonotes Jess, I have had 3 opera singers in my family, my understanding of Floor's vocal position is that of a "dramatic Coloratura" or mezzo soprano ?

[@xboxist]

I've seen 100+ reactions to this performance and you've just landed in my top 5 and gained a subscriber. Very insightful and well done.

[@Medi0cre]

This, you are particularly insightful with your reaction. Thank you very much!

[@zukacs]

what others are good ?

[@Donna-C]

@@zukacs Chase Carneson, Julia Nilon, Tank the Tech, Voice Love Co - Christi Bovee, Big Brain Singee - Charlie Calotta & The Charasmatic Voice - Elizabeth Zharoff.

[@malloott]

I don't know what's more impressive, how many reactions you have watched or how you have any clue how much it is. But yeah this one is very good

[@orrebiff]

ikr why cant i stop watching GLS reactions

[@rianjones6142]

Fantastic reaction, you know your stuff. You should do a reaction on her singing Phantom of the opera with Henk Poort .

[@BrianWorley]

I just stumbled on this redaction video and thought, her next step would be Floor & Henk Phantom of the Opera but clearly I’m a week late to that party. Cannot wait to see Nightwish in UK in May 2021

[@michaelm.1947]

A reaction to Tarja & Marko's Phantom of the Opera would be great, too. The best Phantom of the Opera performance ever.

[@djth666]

Ditto. Would love to see your take on Floor and Henk Phantom!! And yes, we know it's not an Opera, it's a musical.

[@GodAesthetics]

Yes do phantom of the opera!!!! Beste Zanger’s.

[@Halloween111]

The Drummer on this is Jukka Nevalainen. He's a human metronome. Floor is a vocal teacher herself and has exquisite understanding and control of those gold plated pipes of hers. It also helps that she's 6 feet tall or so. She has a large chest cavity for resonance and air storage. Throw in the insane amount of work she's put into her craft, and I bet she could take in enough air to swim to the bottom of the ocean if she holds her breath. They are all amazing musicians. By the time this song turned up in the set, they had been going for a while already and they still make a live performance sound like it was done in studio.

[@tipitii7388]

Nightwish found Floor at the end of a 🌈, she’s pure gold!❤️

[@peterbell3199]

Thank you for your singing examples of what she is doing. You’re the first I’ve seen who actually sings the parts. And your voice is amazing too!

[@ascensionenergetics85]

Congrats on your first of many Floorgasms. Enjoy more from Wacken 2013! 🔥🤙

[@MrHws5mp]

Jess: takes 2 minutes out to analyse the first pretty bit in Ghost Love Score Nightwish Army: "this is going to be a LOOOONG video..." Nice one Jess: it's always a pleasure to see somebody who knows what they're talking about confirm what the rest of us feel, but can't express so well. Also, your voice is gorgeous! GLS is about 60%ish of what Floor and Nightwish can do. It's a deep rabbit hole to go down, but I've yet to see a single person regret it. The Nightwish Army will be along shortly with all the recommendations you could want. My vote? For a pro singer to react to? How's The Heart (Live Accoustic Session). Other opinions are available...

[@simonebiino]

Less than 20 minutes. I've seen one of 45...

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Hahaha when I saw that the original video was over 10 minutes long, I knew this was going to be a long video. I'm really happy that so many people enjoyed it and watched!!

[@dieseldog00]

@@jessicasopranonotes We're very happy when someone, an opera singer such as yourself, analyzes what Nightwish and Floor are doing b/c we know it will be correct. And we love your reaction to those last three notes which gave you another Floorgasm we know lol. A funny little 'aside'; Nightwish was booked into a gig(I forget where)and one of her fans bought a sign that said "WET FLOOR", waited at the back door and gave it to her when she arrived. She made sure everybody saw it!! LOL :-D

[@jpdemer5]

"Apparently their soloist is really good." I love hearing that in any intro to a Nightwish reaction - then counting the seconds to the jaw drop.

[@lolacroww9769]

Lucky you they tour all around the world, absolutely worth seeing life, not only they put a great show, they have an amazing energy, they make you feel so welcome, it's a must see for sure❤️

[@FlexiblefuelingDHPT]

Can confirm seeing this band, this singer, and this particular song live is an experience beyond compare. I may have spent certain portions of it in tears both times.

[@papparocket]

I don't know if anybody mentioned this, but this song was the closing of their set. So she did all of this after singing for a solid two hours.

[@freddygarciaakadragonsuper1663]

Actually Mid-Set the last song of their set was Last Ride of The Day but after this song she still had enough to blow everyone away

[@carlkolthoff5402]

I've seen Nightwish live. Floors voice is incredibly strong and it didn't sound tired at all at the end of the show. Also, I think she hit every single note exactly the way she intended it to sound. That's very rare on a rock show, and extremely impressive.

[@WardDorrity]

@@carlkolthoff5402 I've heard it said that most singers sing what they can. Floor sings whatever she wants.

[@davidbarrass5210]

Song 13 of a 15 song set list, song of myself and last ride of the day came after this.

[@oddselstudios166]

Fantastic reaction and welcome to the Nightwish rabbit hole. This woman (band) will never cease to amaze.

[@trailrunner919]

Absolutely one of the greatest live performances ever in my opinion!!!

[@shanellmccann2704]

I've been listening to Nightwish since I was 14, I'm almost 30 now.. and saw the them for the first time 3 years ago. And I legit couldn't contain myself- I cried so much. I was shook to the core. My dad and I discovered them when I was a teen and its our one band we connect with together the most. I'm so thankful for them, they got me through some of the darkest moments in my life and I still listen to them now. I'm so happy I ran into your reaction video, it brought me back to how I first felt about them and I'm tearing up even as I write this comment. LOL I also love all your commentary and appreciation for them. They really are life changing.

[@iamsuzanne73]

Please continue the Nightwish journey. It’s a life changing experience! Floor can sing anything from opera to death growls. She is super versatile! About a year ago she was on a Dutch Tv show called Beste Zangers and she did 6 solo songs and 2 duets. She sang in 4 different languages. She did a German opera song called Vilja Lied and she did Phantom of the Opera with the original Dutch Phantom Henk Poort. It recently hit 10 million views. The night it was aired it broke the internet. Also check out her personal YT channel. She has been releasing covers cause she misses singing so much. 1st cover was Let it Go (Frozen) and today she released Alone (Heart). And yes her breath control is ridiculous. According to Floor she has the lungs of a diver. Looking at your reaction you just experienced your first Floorgasm 🤘🏻❤️

[@oo.llpee.7457]

Awesome reaction! Seems like you are Chase Carneson of Opera singers 😂 (NW reaction people will understand...it's a good thing, don't worry 😘) Btw. That experience is called *Floorgasm™*

[@DanteLee88]

I’m not 10 minutes into her reaction, and I already wanna see her collab with Chase AND Julia!

[@eldracu19]

Welcome to Nightwish.. I loved your reaction and your technical commentary on her singing. Hope you gonna do more of them songs. Thank you 🤘

[@Jasoncremeans73]

Your reaction to this is , in my opinion, the best combination of analysis knowledge and enthusiastic response of any I've seen. Very nice job.

[@Teehkayy]

sweet ... her first floorgasm :)

[@P51Dfan]

You will be getting some subscribers from this. Great reaction from a vocal expert. Start the bunny trail of watching Floor sing on KZbin. It's endless joy!

[@robertsheeler321]

Subscribed and I must say how enjoyable your reaction was, The nightwish Army knows how good Floor is , From the same show (Wacken open air 2013) you must see Storytime next there is an operatic part about 3/4 into it . I know this will tickle your fancy. PS she just released a cover of Heart's "Alone". you will be amazed

[@Dishonoru]

You have just stumbled into an amazing rabbit hole, welcome in.

[@Draconorst]

Two words: World Class. Floor is simple one of the best in the world if not the best vocalist.

[@willithewit4012]

I've seen them live 6 times. You never get used to it :) Sometimes it feels like a train is rolling over you. I don't know more than a handful of singers who could do this. World's best rock singer.

[@Idefixu]

I've heard several vocal coaches, singers, a few operasinges reacting to Nightwish and your reaction was one of the most informative, appreciating the whole band, not just the female vocalist Floor Jansen. I want you to know that Marko Hietala, the bassist, is a great vocalist too, and Floor and Marko on vocals together complement each other perfectly. If you want to dive in deep to Nightwish live performances you might want save the other two big ones for later. If you're going to react to only a couple of other songs by Nightwish they shoud be "The Poet and the Pendulum" Wembley Arena 2015 (14 minutes), and "The Greatest Show on Earth" Tampere 2015 (20+ minutes). Please find out what these songs are about before reacting to them so you can make the most of them. If you decide to take the longer route, then here are my suggestions to your next Nightwish reaction: "7 Days to the Wolves" Wembley 2015, "Weak Fantasy" Tampere 2015, "I Want My Tears Back" Buenos Aires 2018 (The title of the video may say 2019) If you want to stick to Wacken 2013 then "Ever Dream" Official Live. In all of the performances mentioned vocals by Floor and Marko. Tuomas Holopainen a.k.a Metal Mozart, is the main man, mastermind, the band founder in 1996, leader, main composer, lyrics writer and arranger. Greetings from Helsinki Finland! Looking forward to more Nightwish reactions!

[@King_Conan]

No Phantom of the Opera official live video with Tarja?

[@Idefixu]

@@King_Conan Yes, definitely! I forgot that it's a good song and performance for an opera singer to react to!

[@ralfmeyer9086]

Look to Floor, dont stress your jaw. MasterGlass.. She told the same, as you...Great. Awesome Singer are in the same way ..love it.🥰❤ forget great reaction thanks..😊 welcome in the Nightwish family

[@mvdh877]

Our dutch pride Floor Jansen is a soprano, with an ambitus of more than three octaves (C3 to F6). Her singing style varies from opera and clean singing to screaming and grunting. She usually sings in English, but she has also sung songs in Dutch, German, Spanish, Finnish, Latin, Italian and Swedish.

[@iczero1224]

I’m pretty sure Gabriel will be along shortly to give the Nightwish low down, great reaction and breakdown, the concert was in Germany at the wacken festival, it was an epic Nightwish performance, just think you have not even stretched the surface yet. And down the NW rabbit hole we go again 🤪

[@Greyhound53200]

He beat you by 8 minutes, hahaha !!!

[@iczero1224]

Lol I noticed just after I pressed the send button lol

[@Corpseunderground5716]

Love this. A reactor that knows how to break the vocals down 👏👏👏👏

[@jason874]

Of the various youtubers commenting on this song you have by far the best voice.

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Thank you so much!

[@_zuri_]

I'm so glad you enjoyed that moment of calm in the music. A lot of people who react to this song tend to get confused by it like ''is the song over?'' lol. But it's a beautiful part of the music that was composed for an effect!! I really hope you continue diving into nightwish! This is just the tip of the iceberg of what this band has to offer. A lot of people react to romanticide second, so that is a good option. That one can show a totally different mood and set of abilities. My personal favorite performance from this show is Storytime, so I hope you'll watch that one sometime too. :)

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Great recommendations, thanks! And I LOVED the slow part. It sounded beautiful and was the perfect moment to give Floor and the band a quick break.

[@KonradGora1]

I love that you actually sing some notes showing exact examples instead of just talking about them! Keep up the great work!

[@Always-fd7pk]

That was hella interesting and enjoyable to watch. Really hope you're gonna do more Nightwish in the near future!

[@MsLilacLover1]

Opera singers have the best reactions to this particular son.g

[@TheDraykon]

It's always fun to watch someone experience Floor Jansen for the first time. Jess also brought a lot of fascinating insight to this reaction video and I learned so much! Subbed!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@carpediem5232]

The best GLS reaction in some time. Welcome to the Nightwish rabbit hole, that so many have fallen into. Really appreciate your genuine reaction and insight.

[@arnaldotanta3630]

I was there in 2013 , and i saw the godess for the first time , this is only a part of she can do , the most versatile singer in the world, her voice and breathing control is insane , if you want a crazy belting try" everdream " same concert , for her versatility and for now , she released today a cover of " alone " from heart , and you can check also her prestation on dutch show " best zangers" she did 7 or 8 songs but "phantom of the opera" with henk poort is the highlight of the show. Greetings from Portugal.

[@30110CKs]

I avoid reaction videos unless they're by people who might have something interesting to add, and you didn't disappoint! Nice job!

[@gatis8136]

Amaizing reaction..Do not be afraid..This is Floor Jansen..She sings what She wants..:)

[@timokampwerth1996]

It's always fun to watch Oprea Singers enjoy this for the first time because you don't just enjoy the music but also have an appreciation for the structure and technique that goes into Nightwish's music.

[@TerribleChester]

The "My Fall" part you were referencing is the part that sent shivers down my spine the first time I heard GLS, so much raw power. What an awesome reaction, btw, full of insight, and enjoyment. Well done.

[@korvkioskshelvete]

Best reaction and analysis I’ve seen by a pro to this song, and there are many

[@Ayerstairs]

Great reaction! GLS is the gateway drug for NW and Floor Jansen. Her versatility is astounding. Be sure to check out all of Floor's performances on the Dutch show "Beste Zangers".

[@PsyloOfficial]

GATWAY DRUG.. HAHAHA IT SURE IS

[@cobhc1986]

I have seen them live twice, even when they play small venues, the performance is just as epic. I highly recommend it

[@Daniela-xy3ow]

I was there at that concert and it was an amazing experience. I've seen Nightwish live several times and they are always top-notch.

[@Theredeemedchild2]

So, now you HAVE to do Floor and Henk phantom of the opera. Its my favorite rendition. That last note.. for the amount of time she holds it..

[@briangriffith5408]

Yes! Thank you, Jess! I love hearing the analysis from a trained professional like yourself who appreciates true singing skills. Absolutely love your reaction. One of the best I have ever seen. Just awesome!

[@jessicasopranonotes]

I'm so glad this video is helpful! Thank you for taking the time to comment that, it's very much appreciated!

[@MichelliFR]

Wow, amazing review! The expert explanations about her voice were really cool, and it was very funny to see your reactions to the different parts of the song ( and I did had my fair share of reviews of this song in the quarantene! lol ) Fun fact.. This year I got back in the Nightwish spiral after some years apart and the guys were like.. "floorgasm" this and floorgasm that.. and I was like.. dude, gross! But you know what, that last part of this performance is totally a floorgasm. She's a total badass! The dudes are totally flooding your channel, welcome to the Nightwish army! :)

[@jessicasopranonotes]

haha too funny! I was flabbergasted by her voice. It's so powerful!! I am definitely going to watch other reactions to this song.

[@anaadamson5002]

Nightwish live is an out of body experience! I can't wait to see them again. Each time I see them I can't get enough!

[@naomifike8028]

Yes! That was definitely the most incredible performance I've seen. Just to see Nightwish live with Floor upfront would be the greatest ever!!! I'm so glad you reacted to this video! Love your reactions, would truly like to see you perform also.😊