EPIC BAND!! Beard Guy Reacts... Nightwish - Ghost Love Score (Live at Wacken 2013)

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[@gabriel_bardac]

Hello Beard Guy [ Reacts ] ! Nightwish fan here, your musical quest summoned me. Welcome to the world of symphonic metal! And thank you for checking this legendary band! This live recording is from Wacken Open Air 2013, together with Floor Jansen [pronounced Yansen], the 3rd and present female singer of the band, in front of an 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. Since this is your first Nightwish reaction, it is my duty to give you the [updated] 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 [pronounced Tuo-mas], the keyboard player, composes and writes the lyrics for 95% of their music. [Sami Vanska was the bassist of the band starting with their 2nd studio album, he was with them until 2001. Then Marco Hietala was bassist and vocals, since 2001 to 2020. He recently announced his retirement both from the band and the public life for the next year at least. Then in May 2021 Jukka Koskinen [pronounced Yukka] became the bassist of the band, for the Human :II: Nature tour - and recently, the band announced he became a permanent member] And there is the guitarist Emppu Vuorinen [he also recorded the bass lines for their 1st studio album]. Then there is Troy Donockley from UK who is a multi-instrumentalist and vocals. Jukka Nevalainen [pronounced Yukka] 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 [pronounced Tarr-ya] (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 " For an extended set of suggestion (with links), I posted 2 huge comments in the community tab in my main YT channel: www.youtube.com/@gabriel.bardac/community 🤘

[@beardscorner]

Wow. Thank you for that information. I will definitely be checking out more songs from them for sure. I love the live versions so I will do those where I can 😊

[@mubbles1066]

@@beardscorner They’re definitely a band that are better live,their studio stuff is good but it’s their live performances where they shine…they go from operatic though to rock,folk,Celtic and on to thrash and everything in between,hope you decide to dip your toe into some more..if you do then definitely use Gabriel’s list as it has the best quality videos performance and audio wise.👍

[@gabriel_bardac]

@@beardscorner I especially liked that you found time for the lyrics. The good news is that all their lyrics are meaningful, being written in a poetic way, full of metaphors, in the vast majority of them by Tuomas Holopainen, one of the most talented composers of these times. I await with particular interest your next reactions to Nightwish!.

[@ralfmeyer9086]

Hello Gabriel, thank you so much for the reference to Ann. I never forget her. She was realy the Mother of the Nightwish family. 🤘🐇Happy Easter from nothern Germany

[@gatis8136]

U will do it 4 shuare..:)

[@Bane2Face]

Welcome to the Nightwish Army!!! YOU ARE NOT READY FOR THIS!!!!!!!!!!!

[@FilPol-yu1es]

FLOOR'S my Favorite Female Singer...and I've heard them All.

[@beardscorner]

She truly is incredible!

[@ToddPro]

Enjoy the Nightwish journey, it's somethin' else!

[@beardscorner]

Thank you. They are unlike anything I've heard before! Appreciate your comment 😊

[@ladydalida6917]

Nightwish Army South Germany Division Hello Beard Guy Reacts ...Our Boss, Commander-in-Chief and General of the Nightwish Army Gabriel Bardac has already told you the most important things. It only remains for me to say a warm welcome to the wonderful world of symphonic metal and at the same time welcome as a new recruit to the ranks of the Nightwish Army. You've just seen and heard her, who is named by her fans worldwide in the sum of her honorifics in hundreds of React videos: This is Our Majesty Floor Jansen, First of her Name, Goddess of the Valkyrs, Highly Queen of the Vikings, THE Lady of Nightwish, the House Band of the Gods of Asgard, Chosen Ones of Odin ,Protector of our Metal Realm Long may she reign She raises her hand and commands an 80k+ crowd with her incredible presence and power. Just with a wave of her hand. A member of the Nightwish Army once said: The old gods of Asgard sent Floor Jansen down from the heavenly heights as their gift to Nightwish. They sent them armed with a sword in one hand and a microphone in the other. And yes, I personally believe that's how it happened. There is nothing more to say about this Greetings from Germany the lady

[@ladydalida6917]

Wacken is a small village about 80 km northwest of Hamburg with about 1800 inhabitants. Once a year, in early August, this sleepy little town becomes the location of one of Europe's biggest metal festivals. For three days, the bear will literally tap-dance there....or the bull, which is the emblem of the festival. This year's festival was completely sold out within 6 hours.

[@beardscorner]

Thank you and welcome 😊. I appreciate the comment and information. I will be checking more out for sure!

[@PomLimey]

As someone who really appreciates lyrics you are going to love this band. Thuomas Holopainen (the keyboard player)who writes almost all the songs is not only a musical genius (they call him the metal Mozart) but also a master wordsmith. Thank you for a very thoughtful reaction. I hope you continue your Nightwish journey. You will find the Nightwish army very welcoming and informative.

[@beardscorner]

I intend to continue this journey soon! Appreciate the comments 😊

[@jonathanlocke6404]

"Are they all like this?" Yeah. I wouldn't have believed that a year ago. I still kinda can't believe it now. But, yeah, even though there is a wide variety of feel and tone and style, they are all unbelievable ...

[@beardscorner]

Thank you for your comment. I can't wait to check out more 😊

[@drachenPT]

Great reaction with special focus with the lyrics meaning. Welcome to Nightwish world.

[@beardscorner]

Thank you so much!! Appreciate the comment 😊

[@reddiamondstone]

Welcome to the wonderful diverse world of Nightwish. UK Oldies Division of Nightwish army here as a new subscriber. Hope you'll keep on watching and listening. Especially their live recordings. I saw them live at Wembley in November 2022 and it was the most amazing experience. To hear more from them, I suggest you follow Gabriel's list or pick and mix from it. I have followed Nightwish for some time now and have just about every Nightwish recording, live and studio and not a single track I don't like.

[@beardscorner]

Thank you. Appreciate the comment and the sub. Welcome and I look forward to reacting to more Nightwish in the future!

[@jukeboxdave6026]

Hi my friend great reaction general Gabriel has left you a list of nightwish songs work of his list and you will not go wrong the nightwish army are amazing fan's and people love and respect from the UK 👍👍👍👍👍👍🌟😀😀 amazing channel 👍 please try not to pause pause for to long 👍

[@Thorgrim247]

This is an annual huge metal festival. In 2013 Nightwish was the headliner. Your interpretation is valid. IMHO - It is a dark romantic yearning for a love that was or possibly was never realized. Tuomas (keys) writes very poetic lyrics which he encourages each listener to find their own personal understanding. You will find that each Nightwish song is different. Yet still the signature Nightwish sound. Tuomas loves to compose lyrics regarding lost innocence and uses water imagery and metaphors to express his poetic lyrical message. He is a genius at creating a vivid soundscape helping to tell the story of his compositions. He uses real choirs on a backing track for that epic effect. The choir was singing the part . My fall will be for you My fall will be for you My love will be in you You were the one to cut me So I’ll bleed forever Great reaction Beard Guy. Hope to see you again very soon. Nightwish is always best live. You should have turned on the CC. Many videos have the lyrics available. I think it is time for a little story? It's definitely Storytime! kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3-6eWqig8psp6s - 🎼 NIGHTWISH 🎶 Storytime 🎶 Live At Wacken 2013 ☢ CORRECT SPEED ☢

[@beardscorner]

Thank you. I wasn't sure whether the Ccs were accurate or not. I will look into them on future videos to save switching 😊

[@jamieberrings9753]

Welcome to Nightwish! Enjoy your journey down the rabbit hole if you choose to jump! Always do live. Love new nightwish listeners. Will follow

[@beardscorner]

Welcome aboard! Thank you for the comment and follow 😊

[@kentk2215]

Nightwish Army North Texas division reporting for duty. Welcome to the wonderful world of Floor Jansen and Nightwish. Wacken is small village in northern Germany outside Hamburg. Wacken Open Air is one of the largest hard rock, heavy metal festivals in the world. Usually 3-4 days. Floor is the third and current lead singer of the band. She is Dutch. Nightwish is incredible. Songs are each pretty unique, but all epic. It is an experience. Tuomas’s lyrics are poetic and meant to be open to interpretation. I think you got message of this one. Read what General Gabriel sends. Hope to see you continue this journey. Enjoy!

[@beardscorner]

Welcome, and thank you for the info. The festival sounds amazing! I will be checking out more for sure off the list 😊

[@richardwest6358]

Festival has existed since 1990 - attendance up to 85,00 - number of bands playing up to 200

[@Idefixu]

Great reaction, thank you. Some of the lyrics you missed were sung by a choir on the backing track. This Wacken 2013 DVD is of very good audio quality over all, but for some reason it's almost impossible to hear what the choir is saying. There's an older version with the original female lead, where you can hear the choir better. I wellcome your lyric analysis. Not too many reactors dare to dive in to the lyrics of Nightwish, Tuomas, the keyboardist/songwriter. He always leaves room for interpretation. You did well. Like you noticed, sea is important for him, as a child he wanted to become a marine biologist. He refers to himself as The Ocean soul. He often writes about going back to childhood stories, innocence. Especially on the early Nightwish albums. The last two albums are inspired by science. Evolution for example. The Greatest Show on Earth (Tampere 2015) is a 20 minute song, or experience rather, a masterpiece,covering millions of years. From big bang, or even before that, to this day. Hope you save reacting to this for later. In 2020 Tuomas also wrote a song about Eugene Shoemaker, the only man whose ashes has been sent to the Moon. He always needs a story first, to write music. He has never written a song just jamming. He turns stories into music. He has recorded only one solo album, in 2014. "Music Inspired by the Life and Times of Scrooge" the graphic novel by Don Rosa the illustrator/storyteller. Recorded with an orchestra in London. There's a video of one of the songs A LIFETIME OF ADVENTURE (Official Video), my favorite song of the album, love it.. Beautiful vocals by Johanna Kurkela, Tuomas' wife. Don Rosa is in the video drawing. Funny and interesting background info: "Holopainen and Rosa interviewed by Radio Nova" parts 1&2&3, only 6 minutes altogether. But to me his best song ever is "The POET and the PENDULUM", Wembley Arena 2015, 14 minutes. The song is in five parts, he wrote it at the lowest point of his life, contemplating the ultimate "solution", glad he decided to write a song instead, after firing the original female lead, 1996-2005. He was given the roll of the bad guy. Again save it untill later to react to it. And search the net for more information about the song before reacting, unless you want to react blind. Your choise of course. Maybe what I just told is enough. Greetings from Finland!

[@BracchiAlessandroFineArt]

Hail to the Queen, the Poet, the Riff-maker, the Groove master, the Piper of Heaven and to the Beat Lord ! Nightwish Army Italy present ! 🤘 happy easter!

[@beardscorner]

Welcome 😊 thank you for your comment

[@beardscorner]

Really enjoyed this one! Thank you for checking it out. Comment below what I should check out next!!

[@traybit857]

Anything from Gabriel's list and you can't go wrong. One of my all time favourites has to be '7 Days to the Wolves' It has a brilliant meaning behind it that oddly keeps me going. 😂

[@jurgenlang4184]

Depends on which direction you want to go. You won't do anything wrong with Wacken 2013 - there were 15 songs, all being unique (live versions almost always are better than studio). But if you happen to think that the next one (maybe Storytime?) disappointed you, please give Nightwish at least a third chance with "The Greatest Show on Earth". Since you are obviously into lyrics, you will definitely like that one. But it usually is one of the last ones to check out, because you first should know Nightwish a bit better.

[@craigramsay53]

May I suggest Storytime from the same concert (Wacken 2013.) An absolute banger.

[@freddiefenderson2002]

The best guitar solos, in my opinion, was from Pink Floyd. Their songs are very long, so they are not played much on the radio. The very best guitar solo, in my mind, was from the Live concert from Pink Floyd called "Pulse". The guitar solo I am speaking of is from their song "Sorrow" from the live Pulse concert. It is just over 11 minutes long and the solo starts at the 7 minute mark.

[@andyohil7465]

Gabriel’s list.

[@anonymous92126]

I absolutely loved your reaction. I could see the pure enjoyment and disbelief, the happiness that we all get from their performances. You have a very fun road of discovery ahead of you if you decide to fall down the rabbit hole that is Nightwish. All of the band works very hard and enjoy what they do. And it translates to their audience in all their performances. Follow the comments and you shall not be left wanting, the Nightwish Army will be there with you while you discover the true depths of this amazing group of incredibly talented and dedicated artists. Best wishes from Finland!

[@beardscorner]

Thank you for your kind words 😊. I can't wait to check out more

[@amygoodson-catlady]

Greetings from Nightwish Army, Palm Springs, CA, USA! You have stepped onto the path of what could be a magical and epic musical journey! I hope you will check out more of this world-class band! See below comment from Gabriel Bardac who will provide you with a band bio and list of links to best (list under the community tab on his YT channel), ready for more reactions! Yes, you did hear both a choir and The London Philharmonic Orchestra!

[@beardscorner]

Thank you for your comment. I will be reacting to more for sure!

[@rinusvanleeuwen3747]

...will be...😉

[@amygoodson-catlady]

@@beardscorner I'll be back. For sure!

[@traybit857]

Nightwish Army Australia, checking in. 🇦🇺 Great reaction, I really enjoyed hearing your thoughts. Look forward to more!

[@beardscorner]

Thank you. Welcome aboard 😊. There will be more to come don't fear!

[@kezca]

Welcome to the magical world of nightwish best live band on the planet imho keep em coming love it Thankyou for your reaction to this one.

[@beardscorner]

Thank you! Will do! Appreciate the comment 😊

[@bigfoot14eee99]

Greetings from Michigan and welcome to the rabbit hole.

[@beardscorner]

Welcome aboard! Thank you for your comment 😊

[@Kelsea-2002]

Welcome to the Nightwish family. Tuomas is the poet and Mozart among metal songwriters and composers. His lyrics are profound and meaningful, and his music is extremely versatile. No song is the same sounds like another. Then there is Floor Jansen - probably the most diverse singer of modern times and the goddess of music. With Marko the bass player they have a brilliant musician and an experienced singer. With Jukka on drums, Nightwish has a monster on his instrument. Emmpu is also a master of his instrument, the guitar. At last to mention is Troy. He plays some instruments and is responsible for the very special moments. He also sings in the background. I am firmly convinced that with this song a long and beautiful journey with Nightwish has started for you. I will be happy to accompany you on this exciting journey. That's why you get a subscription from me. Best regards, Kelsea

[@beardscorner]

Well thank you for the sub and the info you have provided 😊

[@justlittleoldme]

Welcome to the wonderful world of Nightwish 😀 No two songs are the same and there's over 20 years of unbelievable music, enjoy the rabbit hole 😀 Live is always best with these guys, they are a joy to watch as well as listen to.

[@beardscorner]

Thanks for the info! 😊

[@frenkwd1]

Hello Beard Guy. Nightwish Army reporting from the Netherlands. Welcome to the wonderful world of Nightwish. They are from Finland. And they make Symphonic Metal. What you've heard here is just the tip of what this band can do. Nightwish really hits you in your heart. And that's what makes this band so unique. Her name is Floor Jansen and she is Dutch. There were 82,000 people there. I happily refer you to Gabriel Bardac's comment (he'll be here soon) for a list with lots of song suggestion. Watch out for the Nightwish Army. Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@beardscorner]

Welcome. Hope you are well in the Netherlands 😊

[@pekkakarppinen1608]

Welcome to the magical world of symphonic metal and Nightwish. This is one of the most epic live performances EVER. Glad you liked, and Happy Easter from Finland! ⛄🐇🐣👍

[@beardscorner]

Happy Easter from the UK too. Thank you for your comment 😊

[@anaguq4651]

Always and always, with their big surprised smiles and their eyes lighting up, that says it all for me...and it never disappoints! That's more than enough for me, new sub 🤘

[@beardscorner]

You are so kind. Thank you 😊

[@anaguq4651]

@@beardscorner Absolutely love your accent. 😜

[@paisa20]

Thanks, welcome to Nightwish, greetings from Colombia

[@beardscorner]

Hello there! Welcome 😊

[@Sirog77]

Total Floor-gasm

[@Monique-bx6ro]

Nightwish Army the Netherlands here 🇳🇱🇳🇱 Welcome to this wonderful and magical band. Beard Guy thanks for your nice reaction and hopefully we see you again with te next Nightwish song. I would go for Storytime or Romanticide 😊

[@beardscorner]

Thank you. I have had Storytime recommended a few times so far but I will get to many more too in the future 😊

[@clivematthews5296]

Welcome from another Brit. You have just discovered one of the best symphonic metal bands with certainly one of the best singers, Floor Jansen an over 6ft tall Dutchwoman who had only been with Nightwish for ten months.The keyboardist,Tuomas Holopainen, writes 95% of the music and lyrics and they can be very poetic and deep. This Wacken 2013 concert had Nightwish headlining. They followed Alice Cooper.

[@beardscorner]

Wow that is crazy. Thank you for the info and comments 😊. Appreciate you 😊

[@clivematthews5296]

@@beardscorner look forward to more reactions. All the best from The Norfolk Broads.

[@brianalmeida1964]

Greetings from Kent. Great first reaction to this amazing band. Nightwish are best experienced live where possible. I'm sure Gabriel will be along soon with a synopsis of the band's history and a list of songs to react to in the future. In case he doesn't appear before you wish to react to another song, then may I suggest Storytime from the same concert. Subscribed. Stay safe 🤘 ✌️

[@beardscorner]

Well it seems Gabriel has already arrived! Thank you for your suggestion and comments too. Really appreciate the Sub 😊

[@griesi31]

Nightwish Army West Germany here! Wellcome to the Party! Never gets old to see someone first experience this wonderful Band ❤ they are two songs in the world that make me tear up everytime I watch and hear them: "Ghost Love Score" from Nightwish (especially this performance at Wacken) and "Where the Streets have no Name" by U2 (live at Slane Castle, also worth a watch!)

[@anniemoemski4057]

liked your reaction thank you , their songs are like poetry some of the songs its better to read the story first what is behind the song like Shoemaker and the best in my opinion is the Hellfest festival version for she sings with sunset the song . Up to the next one I am looking forward . Have a nice day

[@rolanddavid1490]

It may add to your perspective by seeing that the players in this scenario are Tuomas Holopainen (writes the lyrics, plays keyboard, founding member) and Tarja Turunen (original singer and founding member who left the band). These are Tromas's words and feelings expressed through Floor Jansen's (current singer) absolutely amazing voice. Enjoy your Nightwish experience! 😊 Nightwish fan, Canada.

[@beardscorner]

Thank you for that information, really appreciate it 😊

[@ralfmeyer9086]

Great reaction 🤘🐇you look deep in the Lyrics. My respect. Welcome in the Nightwish family and follow our VALKYRIE QUEEN and the Genius Tuomas Holopainen.

[@michelleponzio]

Nightwish Army, NJ Division reporting for duty. Just follow our great General Gabriel's guide, and you will never go wrong. I had the pleasure of seeing Nightwish in NYC last May, and it's definitely an amazing experience. Our Valkrie Goddess is truly a siren, and our Metal Mozart is a genius. Every member is one-of-a-kind, and together, they're just pure magic!

[@beardscorner]

Welcome and thank you for your comment 😊

[@craigramsay53]

So.. you've now met Nightwish, the Metal Mozart (Tuomas Holopainen- keyboards and the composer)...and of course, The Valkyrie Queen Herself, Floor Jansen. Welcome to the NW Army.

[@beardscorner]

Thank you 😊

[@loris.6614]

One of my favorite bands! I enjoyed having you stop to check out the lyrics, not a lot of reactors do that. Nightwish lyrics are always deep and poetic and definitely worth checking out. Check out Gabriel's list for what to react to next. He has the best versions of their songs on there. Nightwish is always best experienced live.

[@beardscorner]

I will be following the list for sure 😊

[@johnlanham9057]

20:07 The Floorgasm brings yet another convert to the family !! 😁 Welcome Brother. You’re one of us now. Just FYI, that’s about 70 minutes into the show, and Floor had been killin’ it the whole way already. Also, that’s 82 THOUSAND people hanging on her every word; so, no pressure on her to Bury that (9 second long)high note.... At 6’1 and 170 pounds Floor is a smiling, singing, dancing, enchanting, stage commanding Valkyrie Goddess, and to me at least, a gift from above. Seeing the whole video of this concert, Especially the Floorgasm changed my life. It made me start listening to music again. I love watching these reaction videos and my biggest hope is that people follow and enjoy the Symphonic Metal path I was led to. Welcome to it. A breathtaking masterpiece sung by a Valkyrie Goddess… or what Nightwish thinks of as just another day. 💙💙💙All Hail Floor !! 💙💙💙 Infantryman-Nightwish Army. US Regiment. Kentucky Battalion RIP Ann Waychoff-Commanding General-Nightwish Army This is the holy trinity of Nightwish songs live with Floor fronting... Ghost Love Score live at Wacken 2013 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIrNep9-jKd0jNE Greatest Show on Earth live at Tampere 2015 kzbin.info/www/bejne/ambFo616f7CNadE DO NOT CUT THIS OFF EARLY. The Nightwish Army is Murderous behind this Sin. Be Warned. 😏😏 The Poet and the Pendulum live at Wembley 2016 kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZPRanqZr751odk (wait until you have a full understanding of the band’s history before you react to this one. It’ll add the context you need to fully appreciate this emotional masterpiece.)

[@franshinlopen2166]

Liked and subscribed! I especially enjoyed your analysis of the lyrical content. It makes you fairly unique, since this is seldom done. Tuomas has many recurring themes in his compositions, including childhood and innonence and the loss thereof.

[@beardscorner]

Welcome aboard! Really appreciate your comment, thank you 😊

[@cyberstormz1286]

Nightwish Army UK division reporting for duty. Valkyrie Goddess has been spotted! Welcome to Nightwish, Great reaction looking forward to you journey through this very deep rabbit hole please follow general Gabriel!

[@beardscorner]

Welcome aboard! I will be sure to follow the list for sure 😊

[@randymarple9830]

"Are they all like this?" YES...........and NO. As you continue on this adventure, my answer will make sense. Nightwish songs are all different. Subscribed, because I believe you are hooked! Greetings from Maine, USA.

[@beardscorner]

Yes I am hooked! Appreciate the sub and comment 😊

[@duizeltjeeekhoorn6890]

thank you for your unique take on this. I love how you get youself entangled in the lyrics. I loved all you pauses. Looking forward to the next. You can go with Gabriel's list. I would suggest the song My Walden for the next one. Not only will you meet the sixth member of the band. It will be interesting to hear you take on those lyrics. Greeting from the Netherlands.

[@jandirkvanleeuwen]

Nightwish concerts are a real life- changing experience. Think about the emotions, feelings just watching the video

[@beardscorner]

I can't imagine them live, it would blow my mind

[@scwebb]

Great lyrical analysis. The whole “My fall will be for you My love will be in you…” part is actually sung by the backing choir, but in this version they’re so low in the mix it’s difficult to pick out. The song (like all NW songs) is written by keyboardist Tuomas Holopainen and is written from his perspective. Some people will tell you it’s about original front-woman Tarja Turunen but this has never been confirmed or denied 🙄

[@beardscorner]

Oh that is interesting 😊 thank you for sharing that!

[@moniquevanaken2638]

When Floor starts singing "My fall...."you can see the audience singing along with the choir.☺

[@jerrymail]

Hello ! Thanks for your reaction to Nightwish 😁 To quickly introduce you to the members of the band: On stage, in this video, from your left to your right: ➡ Tuomas Holopainen (Composer, songwriter, keyboards) 🎹 ➡ Marko Hietala (Bass, vocals) 🎸 ➡ Floor Jansen (Vocals) 🎤 ➡ "Emppu" Vuorinen (Guitar) 🎸 Background: ➡ Jukka Nevalainen (Drums) 🥁 Greetings from France 🤘

[@beardscorner]

Thanks for the info! Welcome from the UK. 😊

[@jerrymail]

@@beardscorner You're welcome :)

[@goranelez9956]

If lyrics are your thing, then Nightwish is your go to band. Their main composer is massive fan of the greatest poets humanity had and is able to extrapolate words needed to make a fantastic song. There are few songs with multiple meanings (Ghost River and Pan) and those might be your cup of tea. Most of their videos have subtitles so following lyrics is easier.

[@beardscorner]

Thank you I will have captions on next time for sure 😊

[@BoonesRevenge]

Love that you did a 25 min video for Ghost Love Score... the video you do for Greatest Shown On Earth will be twice that :D Great stuff, subbed for more Nightwish

[@beardscorner]

Glad you enjoyed it! I was surprised as it didn't feel like that long when recording 😂

[@toned-fcreations5522]

This is not a typical Nightwish song. Every song is different and each one an adventure. Try any live performances from different concerts and you'll hear how versatile they are.

[@beardscorner]

Thank you, I will be checking out more soon 😊

[@Bonovin]

Great reaction dude. Nightwish is pure magic. Greetings from nwse Sweden

[@beardscorner]

So good! Welcome and thank you for your comment

[@jeanmck1577]

Watching someone hear Nightwish for the first time never gets old. Welcome Beard Guy. You seem to appreciate lyrics so check out The Greatest Show on Earth. Earth's history in a song.

[@beardscorner]

Thank you. I think that will be my next song to check out by these soon 😊

[@trinadawn4166]

Nightwish army California , so glad you liked this. this band is a wealth of talent .

[@beardscorner]

Thank you and welcome 😊

[@liinukka3109]

Oh, I liked your reaction so much 😊❤❤ thx for it. You are right abt the song turned like other song and that will happen every song of NW🤩🥰🤩. They are so good on stage in live 🤘🖤❤️❤️❤️

[@mirjamvond1731]

The queen has lured in another soul

[@beardscorner]

Yes like the Siren which was mentioned in the song 😂

[@joekel55]

Wacken is in Germany, north West of Hamburg, every year they have one of the biggest if not the biggest metal festival on earth. Its a small Village of 1.8k (yes the decimal point is Spot on) inhabitants, but that changes in the first week of August every year to about 90k. About 160 artists and bands Come to this place every year to make a 3 to 4 days metal festival divided over 7 stages.

[@sjc9121]

There's a whole orchestra in the background (London Symphonic Orchestra) and choir too (prerecorded).

[@paiviliias7387]

Great reaction, enjoyed it! 👍 Nightwish is absolutely best live so keep going. I'd recommend the epic opener of this Wacken Open Air: Dark chest of wonders. New subscriber from Finland 🇫🇮

[@beardscorner]

Thank you for your info and comment. Appreciate the new sub too!

[@rinusvanleeuwen3747]

We love these kind of pauses!

[@beardscorner]

Thank you, its hard to please everyone so I do try to keep it balanced and take it back after the pauses 😊

[@rinusvanleeuwen3747]

And that’s the way to do it.

[@psdreamer5980]

Thanks! Great reaction!! Hello from Chicago 🤘

[@beardscorner]

Hey, thanks! Welcome 😊

[@brianwillson9567]

Your advice is spot on. Wacken 13 GLS is THE intro to Nightwish and Valkyrie Goddess Floor. Jan 6 2022 had me ensnared into unshakable Flooradoration with this number. Your detailed assessment of the lyrics leads me to one piece of advice. PLEASE do not listen to Poet and the Pendulum until you have had quite a bit more Nightwish experience and know something about the back story. Only THEN go for it with Floor, Wembley rendition. Thank you for your very different reaction. If you like going into lyrics, try Stargazers with Tarja.

[@pietheindejonge321]

Be prepared for the Nightwish Army!

[@beardscorner]

In a good way or are they coming for me 🤣🤣

[@pietheindejonge321]

@@beardscorner They will bombard you with information, comments and suggestions😁

[@danielisrael1788]

Daniel ISRAEL il y a 1 jour Un coucou de l'armée NIGHTWISH de France, excellente réaction et très fine analyse des paroles ( Thuomas le compositeur claviériste dit lui même qu'il laisse à chacun se faire sa propre interprétation des paroles). Vous êtes à l'écoute du plus grand groupe du monde pour ma part. Mais vous n'avez qu'effleuré le dessus de l'iceberg et vous n'êtes qu'a l'entrée du terrier de lapin. Je vous souhaite de bons floorgasmes et continuez vos réactions nous serons toujours derrière vous pour vous soutenir pour notre groupe...... Encore plus d'écoutes s'il vous plait...... Merci. Faites le festival du Wacken 2013, vous êtes sur de ne pas vous tromper, vous venez d'écouter la chanson 13 sur les 15 du set. Les quinze chansons du set sont des classiques pour tous les fans du groupe. Essayez une petite histoire comme storytimes ou de commencer plus doucement comme dit Floor avec Ever Dream ou alors quelque chose de plus lourd comme Romanticide...... Et je pense que notre ami Gabriel devait arriver sous peu, cliquez sur son nom et allez sur communauté, vous pourrez suivre sa liste en toute confiance avec les meilleurs mixages à la bonne vitesse et avec le meilleur audio. Continuez les filets du groupe sont tendus et il vous sera très difficile de vous en sortir, plus de NIGHTWISH s'il vous plait ....... Merci et à bientôt. Bonne écoute et un nouvel abonné ici.......

[@alexandrabarrenbrugge4585]

Welcome to a new world, welcome to the wonderland of NIGHTWISH 😁. HIGHLY CONTAGIUS and ADDICTIVE ⚠️, and it's probably to late for a warning. NIGHTWISH is not some band with some songs, Tales out of Fantasy and Reality. Follow Gabriels path and Martines guidance so you won't get lost in the rabbithole. Enjoy the magic ride down the GHOST RIVER, expect the unexpected and nothing but greatness. Greetings from Germany and parkinson's sucks and EMPPU RULES alex 🤗

[@beardscorner]

Thank you for your comment and information 😊

[@JWNanaimo]

Wacken 2013 starring Nightwish and co-starring the 80,000 is..wow!! The energy this band always creates with their crowd connection is incredible!! Get on the Nightwish express. It takes you away. You don’t know where they’ll take you but you know it going to be friggin’ epic. Sensory overload….and Floorgasms..NW style!!

[@beardscorner]

Yes their energy is crazy. Thank you for your comment 😊

[@nightgoblin29]

Floor is also the Valkyrie of Love haha.. Great reaction, thank you!

[@beardscorner]

Thank you too! 😊

[@davidstufflebean3285]

Nightwish army North Carolina chapter checking in!

[@beardscorner]

Welcome. Check-in is happening from all over currently 😂. Appreciate the comment 😊

[@Dragonslayer4w4]

Nice job!..one of the best breakdowns I've herd on this song..rewinding bk bafter pausing is a must..good job their..(Romanticide) would be my choice for next nightwish song..this band is epic!!!

[@beardscorner]

Thank you. I really appreciate your words 😊

[@skeezesmith7954]

Excellent reaction and commentary. My take on the song is of an unrequited love. Tuomas /keyboards/founder/composer doesn’t explain the lyrics of most of his songs. He wants the listener to figure out what the song means to them. 😄🤘

[@beardscorner]

Thank you for that. Appreciate your comment and thoughts 😊

[@damienmaynard8892]

G'day! What Gabriel said! Welcome to Nightwish. Nightwish Army, Blue Mountains Corps, Australia!

[@beardscorner]

Thank you and welcome 😊

[@nightmary]

Greetings from Northern Colorado, USA. I've only known about Nightwish for about a year. I've listened to them every day since then. You had me as a new sub when you stopped for the lyrics the first time. Your reaction was thoughtful and really enjoyable. Can't wait for your next NW reaction.

[@beardscorner]

Welcome aboard! Really appreciate your comments 😊

[@johnterry1852]

Welcome to the magical world of Nightwish and Floor Jansen, The Goddess Voice of Heaven and Earth. Enjoy your journey.

[@beardscorner]

Thank you 😊

[@R---66---R]

Hi, Bearded Guy! I imagine, listening to the pleasant background noises (all kinds of birds and so on), anywhere surrounding you, while doing fantastic analyzing and enjoying 'a' Nightwish masterpiece......I imagine, you, sitting there, so comfortably in a 'Bob Ross (R.I.P.)-like' fine little barn, near the side of a forest and being 'Nightwished' for the first time in your life, hahah! Well done and I immed subscribed to yer channel. Gonna expext a lot more of your fine stuff...curious for what's coming nextGreetz, Rich, The Netherlands 🔴 ⚪ 🔵

[@panoskarelas437]

Really beautiful reaction and lyric analysis! I'm really hoping that you'll continue your Nightwish journey. The absolute best way is to follow general's Gabriel list. Can't wait for your next step. Greetings from Nightwish army Greece department 🤘🇬🇷

[@beardscorner]

Thank you and welcome 😊

[@matsnilsson1304]

Great reaction. Enjoy the journey. Greetings 🇸🇪

[@beardscorner]

Thank you! 😃

[@dbcanada]

I think of this song like a music score (soundtrack) for a movie. Different scenes in a movie naturally require different styles of music. In this song, the opening instrumental music is like an overture that operas have; a preview of some of the music to be heard later in the show.

[@jaskau2462]

🤩👌💥💯🎼 Now that you've seen and heard The "corner stone" performance by them I kindly urge you to explore more of this magical band. Cool reaction män and don't forget to keep on rockin with them! Cheers from Finland. 🤘😎 🇫🇮 💙

[@beardscorner]

I will be checking more out for sure!😊

[@don-o-seven1437]

The honest smile at the end as floor hit her last note earned you a subscriber. Always default to watch Nightwish live. I am sure list and recommendations is already below. GA 3rd Division out.

[@beardscorner]

Always love it is then! Appreciate the sub 🙂

[@martyschreuder6034]

Have fun on your Nightwish exploration 😉 greetings from Dutchland

[@beardscorner]

Thank you! Will do! Welcome aboard 😊

[@Keyboardje]

@Beard Guy Reacts: The lyrics you are reading are of the earlier version of this song originally written for the first female singer of Nightwish. Floor Jansen is their third. For those interested: *Lyrics to Ghost Love Score van Nightwish (as sung by Floor Jansen):* We used to swim the same moonlight waters Oceans away from the wakeful day My fall will be for you Scent of the sea before the waking afterwards brings me to tears into blue memory My fall will be for you into the blue memory A siren from the deep came to me and sang my name my longing Still I write my songs about that dream of mine Worth everything I may ever be The Child will be born again That siren carried him to me First of them true loves Sitting on the shoulder of an angel Without care for love 'n loss (guitar solo) (choir) Bring me home or leave me be My love in the dark heart of the night I have lost the path before me The one behind will lead me Bring me home or leave me be My love in the dark heart of the night I have lost the path before me The one behind will lead me Take me Cure me Kill me Bring me home Take me Cure me Kill me Bring me home Every way Every day I keep on watching us sleep Relieve the old sin of Adam and Eve Of you and me forgive the adoring beast Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey! (audience) Ha! ha! ha! Ha! ha! ha! Ha! ha! ha! Ha! ha! ha! Ha! ha! ha! Ha! ha! ha! Ha! ha! ha! Ha! ha! ha! Redeem me into childhood Show me myself without the shell Like the advent of May I'll be there when you say Time to never hold our love My fall will be for you My fall will be for you ooooooh My fall will be for you

[@Mischnikvideos]

Wacken Open Air is one of the largest and oldest metal festivals in the world, located in northern Germany. The logo is the bull skull. Back then there were over 80,000 visitors, today there are over 100,000. Nightwish was the headliner and the last band that night. Since Floor is officially only the temp here, there is no studio version of the songs with her. Internally it was already agreed that she would be the third singer. Symphonic Metal emerged in the late 1990s and made massive use of orchestras, choirs and synthesizers. A female singer is typical, often an opera singer. It became popular through Nightwish and Within Temptation. Within Temptation - 'The Fire Within' (Official Music Video) Like most texts, Tuomas did not explain this one either. The song was created in 2003/04, shortly after Pirates of the Caribbean. You can hear that too. For me he anticipates the break with the first singer and founding member Tarja. They had grown apart over the years. Immediately after the last concert of the tour, the band gave her an envelope that she was not supposed to open until the next morning. Inside was her resignation, which was published online at the same time. Floor changed the ending shortly after their first performances. In the original with Tarja, the singing slowly fades away, Floor increases it.

[@Mars-is4un]

🤗🍒🤘🏻 well done man and welcome to the Nightwish familie

[@beardscorner]

Thank you 😊

[@TheRealRedAce]

Wacken (pronounced Vacken) is a regular festival in North Germany and Nightwish were headlining in front of 80,000+ fans. Songwriter Tuomas Holopainen does mention oceans and seas a lot in his lyrics. One Nightwish album is called "Oceanborn". Going back to childhood innocence is another reoccurring theme of his. The "cut me" part of the lyrics are not her, but the choral chant in the background. You've opened a real Pandora's box with Nightwish. They are amazing. You will love their other live performances on here (KZbin), very varied in mood and style, but always epic. They just might take over your life!

[@beardscorner]

Thank you for the info 😊

[@jimharris367]

Welcome to the greatest band on earth, you have a seriously deep rabbit hike to dive into with Nightwish - sub'd in the hope that you go for it 🤘

[@beardscorner]

I will definitely be checking out more in the near future don't fear 😊

[@papaverweg]

Welcome from the Netherlands Beard Guy into the wonderful world of storytelling by Nightwish and their incredibly talented female vocalist Floor Jansen (pronounced: Yang-Sen, with a quiet ‘e’ in the 2nd sylabbe of her last name). WOA is a huge metal festival in Germany with 82k+ audience. The burning Bulls Head is WOA festival’s official logo. NW performed on the main stage at the last night of the festival. BTW, GLS was song #13/15 and Floor was less than a year their new singing replacing Anette Olson since October 1st 2012 halfway their 2yrs world tour. This song was not written for Floor and is not about her. It’s about the songwriter, the Poet himself, which is Tuomas Holopainen, keyboards and composer of 95% of all NW songs. Floor is their third female vocalist, while the original song was already written for their first (Tarja Turunen). Floor is the mouthpiece of the poet of this Score. The first part is, as you guessed it, a love story about having the same main goal together: making music and telling stories through music, but that love was proven to be mortal. This love didn't last forever. The Poet then sinks into his own blue sea and in melancholic remembrance of how this lost love could have been. In the instrumental interlude, his childhood dies by figuratively diving after the Siren. Into the blue ocean. In the last part he emerges, but does not know which way his life will be going. The Ghost may guide him. In the end a new future is dawning and the prospects seem good, but the innocent boy from his childhood has disappeared. In this he has armed himself against new disappointments. from now on he will not let his life depend on others. This Ghost Love could also refer to losing your childlike faith in the God of his youth. Traditionally, almost all Finns are very Christian, but God turns out to be different than they imagined. This discovery can come as a shock to young people, after which they say goodbye to faith. Most of the symphonic music you hear (on almost every song of Nightwish is written by Tuomas (keyboards) but is performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra. Since there’s not enough space on stage for a full live orchestra (and also couldn’t go with them on world tour for more than a year) it’s a running soundtrack pre-recorded at Angel Studios, London. This orchestra is featuring on every album NW released since ‘Once’ (except the last one Human :|: Nature which is performed by Blue Dot Orchestra). kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpTbm36iisidjtE The background choir you frequently hear are the Metro Voices, a choir group also based in London. At some songs a boy’s soprano performed: Guy Elliott, 2nd boy soprano: Tom Williams, courtesy of the Reigate St Mary's Choir School. Child choir: Young Musicians London.

[@beardscorner]

That is interesting, thank you for your information and your comment 😊

[@alienware18]

Amazing reaction... loved every second if it. You will go.with us on this NW journey!!!!!! The lyrics are the composer's and lyricist and that is Tuomas the pianist. But every NW song has amazing lyrics with meaning for us all... but yeah... you nailed it. It's about his thoughts mainly... AMAZING reaction and I hope you will go down with us throught this rabbit hole!!! Next ones... Storytime, Dark Chest of Wonders, Bless the Child, Romanticide, Ghost River, Everdream and Song of myself... to name a few.. all.from this live at Wachen 2013 concert... The sound and video.quality is german so... yeah. I would stick to it!

[@beardscorner]

Thank you for your comment and information, I will be checking more out in the next couple weeks I promise 😊

[@stamasd8500]

We all have a ghost love for Floor Jansen. :)

[@kevingunning7569]

Nightwish Stonehenge Division here Beard Guy. Welcome to the rabbit hole my friend! I see Gabriel has already been in-touch. Listen to him and follow his list - if you dare!! Lol. Cheers, Kev in Neolithic Wiltshire

[@beardscorner]

Can't wait! Yes I was sent the list almost immediately so I will be looking into and following it in the near future 😊

[@calanor4130]

First time visitor here! Great reaction and I really like your style! That you're paying attention to the lyrics is definitely a plus - lyricist (and band leader) Tuomas' words are indeed poetry and listeners that skip the lyrics are missing out! Your interpretation of the song is probably the most popular one. I figure that "ghost love" is not only a "dead" love from the past, but perhaps also one that will always "haunt" the narrator. Anyway, thanks - you've got a new sub!

[@beardscorner]

Ahh thanks for your comment and sub. I really appreciate it 🙂

[@RonniePeterson]

Welcome onboard!

[@beardscorner]

Thank you 😊

[@paulocarvalho6480]

Ohhhhh boy. You have no idea of the rabbit hole you're diving into. Glad you took a few moments to analyse the lyrics, most reactors don't. Tuomas always leaves room for us to interpret the lyrics our own way. Different people have different life experiences, so who knows, maybe we are more alike than we thought. Great reaction, liked and subscribed. Can't wait for the next video. Kind regards.

[@beardscorner]

Thank you for your comment and sub, appreciate it 😊

[@TheBelegurx]

Oh man, you will be mind blown when you analyze the lyrics of The Greatest Show on Earth... But there is still some way until you get there. Enjoy the journey. BTW, most of nightwish songs have the lyrics in captions, so that analysis would be a bit easier. Great reactions, keep it up!

[@beardscorner]

Thank you. I will use the captions next video and hopefully they are accurate. I've never had much luck with them in the past. It would make things a lot easier for me though 😂

[@louisminten7889]

Hope that your pc not smoking with all those comments. You have seen our 6 ft Queen in the best concert ever Wacken 2013, because this whole concert is fire, but not only Wacken is great, also Wembley Arena 2015, Tampere 2015, Buenos Aires 2018 and Hellfest 2022 are great. Greetings from the Netherlands South Division

[@beardscorner]

Thank you for your comment and welcome 😊

[@davidcook482]

You really dove into the lyrics. I really appreciated that. Well done, too; your take on the lyrics was very good. I enjoyed your reaction to Storytime before seeing this one, so I know you're going to jump down this rabbit hole now. I'll Subscribe so I can take the journey with you! Nightwish Army, Minnesota, USA.

[@beardscorner]

Thank you. I will be reacting to more soon 😊

[@tracyfarnath2270]

Hi fellow uk resident, nightwish are fantastic hope you continue your journey, great reaction. Volume a little low but that just may be me I listen to music superloud😊🇬🇧

[@beardscorner]

Thank you, do you mean the music video volume or my speaking part or both?

[@tracyfarnath2270]

@@beardscorner the music seemed a bit low but I do play my music really loud so it may be down to me. It's just that Nightwish are really diverse and the loud stuff seems better played louder in my opinion, I may be the only one because no one else said anything. Re playlists we all tend to let Gabriel I've seen quite a few people whoI have said that my Walden should be played at the top of the list, in that one you will get to see the bands sixth member, Troy a fellow UK soul who is a back up singer and so, many instruments anyone throws at Great breakdown and the interest you show. When you get down to it

[@tracyfarnath2270]

@@beardscorner just the music part but if could be just me I do listen to my musjc really load. Anyway great reaction hope you keep on with your Nightwish journey you won't be sorry. Take care enjoy your bank holiday🇬🇧

[@grahambatchelor3576]

Hi Beard Guy, Nightwish Army, Ex UK but now Indonesian division here. Welcome to the world of Nightwish I see Gabriel has made contact. I recommend you follow his lead as you won't go wrong. In the meantime, strap yourself in and enjoy the ride, which is, Nightwish.

[@beardscorner]

I will follow the list for sure. More to come in the next couple weeks from Nightwish 🙂

[@roy19491]

Floor stands just under 6 feet, 2 inches tall (or 185 cm) in bare feet, and she's wearing 5 inch heels here...(total height of 6-6, or 200 cm.....audience was an intimate little gathering of 82,000...Wacken, in Germany, hosts an annual 3 day festival of heavy metal

[@beardscorner]

Wow, I'm only 6 feet 3 without heels 😂😂. Even I would feel intimidated. Appreciate the comment and info!

[@TaverenTech]

NW army Silicon Valley division reporting. Nice analysis on the lyrics. Most first time reactions don't even try to understand the lyrics, they're usually too overwhelmed by the vocals and instrumentation.

[@beardscorner]

Thank you. I do like trying to find meaning in lyrics where I can. I hope the Nightwish army is ok with that if I don't take too long (this was my longest reaction video I've done tbh) 😂😂 thank you for your comment

[@marty6945]

Everyone reacting here starts with a "Ghost Love Score" before he is trapped forever😁Don't worry we're all there.

[@beardscorner]

I'm truly trapped now haha. Thank you for your comment 😊

[@marty6945]

@@beardscorner You're welcome , I'm sending a like to you. If you want Floor to show you what hell looks like, check out Nightwish's "Romanticide"next time.😁

[@okiejohn3925]

Some of the written lyrics aren't actually included in the live performance, but they do give more context to the idea of the song. The writer/composer, Tuomas (keyboards) writes many songs that can be a bit ambiguous in meaning, on purpose, so that the listener can come up with their own meanings.

[@beardscorner]

That makes sense, thank you for that info 😊

[@gatis8136]

Yes..they r a Headliners..

[@beardscorner]

Thank you 😊