FIRST TIME HEARING Nightwish - Ghost Love Score (REACTION)

[@Bane2Face]

Welcome to the Nightwish Army!!! YOU WERE NOT READY FOR THE NOTE!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@MatsGarage]

I will never ever grow tired of seeing someone hear Floor sing for the first time in this song.

[@gabriel.bardac]

Hello Taylor [Family Reactions] ! Nightwish fan here, your musical quest summoned me. Welcome to the world of symphonic metal! And thank you for checking this legendary band, performing here at Wacken Open Air (Germany) in 2013, together with Floor Jansen, 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, the keyboard player, composes and writes the lyrics for 95% of their music. [The 1st Bassist of the band was Sami Vanska, he was with them until 2001. The 2nd one was Marco Hietala, as 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 - we'll see what the future brings to us. Then very recently (May 2021) Jukka Koskinen became the 3nd Bassist of the band, for at least the Human :II: Nature tour] 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 " Hoping you'll continue this journey with us, I'll drop here a list of songs (with links) 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): "Storytime" live at Wacken 2013 (uplifting vocals) kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqfOiqqFf7-ChLc "Romanticide" live at Wacken 2013 (metal) kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKvCaIJ5eLafjtU "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 "I Want My Tears Back" live at Buenos Aires 2018 (celtic / folk vibe) kzbin.info/www/bejne/inOylZqun8djoa8 "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 Vizovice Masters of Rock festival 2016 (ballad) kzbin.info/www/bejne/poezhYh7jJaDe68 "The Islander" live at Tampere 2015 (Marco in charge..) kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKCbn5aBlJqesMU "Stargazer" live at Tampere 2015 (operatic vocals / metal) kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJmopnSGjtKSi8k​ "Alpenglow" live at Wembley 2015 (uplifting / metal) kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKOtp36Qg6qbbck "Sahara" live at Tampa 2016 (middle eastern vibe) kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooXZipmClpmKos0 "Slaying The Dreamer" live at Buenos Aires 2018 (metal) kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXKXZaeglrVopJI​ "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 be surprised by Floor's vocals :) then try "Yours Is An Empty Hope" live at Mexico City in 2015 kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqbaimSaYrB8qdU @Nightwish Arena: Since most of the reactors end up doing a lot of reactions from Wacken 2013 concert, they should be warned that there are a lot of slowed down and even high pitched versions of this concert, so it is better to use only official videos or this version of the whole concert: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mXLapa2fbLZmeM0 Last but not the least - they released their 9th studio album on April 10th 2020 named "Human :||: Nature" - just take a peek to their official playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLihZ3gi5Yvzc0pfH2cbNKUUX8o3pb8eVg (for example: "Shoemaker", the 3rd track from this album, tells the story of Eugene Shoemaker, one of the founders of planetary science, whose ash was sent on the Moon after his death, as a tribute from the scientific community ..) The links presented above are with the current singer of the band, Floor Jansen, since I'm a fan of the recent era of the band, with Floor as the singer. That being said, I will add here the messages left the other days by some old fans of the band. @Fabrizio Gorla: To be fair to the old fanbase, you may want to include also some of these songs. * The Tarja era *: Nightwish - Wishmaster [Live] kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3u3nXtrZ5Z4bNk NIGHTWISH - The Phantom Of The Opera kzbin.info/www/bejne/qn2VZqWYo9uAatE Nightwish - End Of All Hope [live 2002] kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4TPqp2HoZ5jppI Nightwish - Dark Chest Of Wonder [Live End Of An Era 2005] kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIDHfKV9i7uof5o Nightwish - The Siren [Live End Of An Era 2005] kzbin.info/www/bejne/gobcaYeVaNCcm6s @DeeDee80: Gabriel, would be good to add in the Tarja list "Pharaoh Sails To Orion" kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKHOeWRubNlog80 . It's one of the best. @NicholasCorvin: And in the Tarja era you could also mention "Nemo" [LIVE "End of an Era"] kzbin.info/www/bejne/raiVl2eGhdWlicU @LuxetVeritas: For the Tarja list, please add Nightwish - "Walking in the Air" [live] kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5rGfINnl5lniqM Nightwish - "Deep Silent Complete" [live] kzbin.info/www/bejne/eH6lfnZ-qM9og6M Nightwish - "Slaying the Dreamer" [live] kzbin.info/www/bejne/qne2opSCgL2trbs @Glenn Yagos: ".. Is this one the one you looking for?.." Nightwish - "Dead To The World" [live 2002] kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqGkaKSMbquUgNE @Fabrizio Gorla: * The Anette era *: NIGHTWISH: "Scaretale" (OFFICIAL LIVE) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3bQoYZuepyXaZI Nightwish - Storytime (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmqwhXd4l52kqNE NIGHTWISH - Bye Bye Beautiful (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/noXHmYuurbyFe9E NIGHTWISH - Amaranth (OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZW9n2qhateNgrM @NicholasCorvin: The list could include in the "Anette era" "The Islander" [Official Music Video] (it's maybe their best videoclip) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y17Xd3mwaZmtrMU * Bonus tracks *: Tarja Turunen & Floor Jansen 'Over the hills' MFVF XI Wieze, Belguim 20/10/13 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/a2i6pIGPftmVibc "High Hopes" - Pink Floyd cover / tribute 2005 (Marco in charge..) kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqCodaGMmr6Mr68 " 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 For entire episodes of the show with En subtitles, you should check Denise Hofs's DM channel: dailymotion_dot_com/xpinkeu/videos In the spring of 2021, Floor also did a cover of "Euphoria" for Beste Zangers Songfestival kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIClmKWmoLR8jKc In these pandemic times, Floor Jansen has decided to make covers for us from her home studio, which you can find on her YT channel - there are already 9 covers there, here is the playlist kzbin.info/aero/PL8iSYWeQhlinbJW0aJc2iVy5tYEhC5KL9 Following the success of Beste Zangers show, Floor performed a series of solo concerts in the Netherlands in early 2020 with songs from her entire career (After Forever, Revamp, Northward, Nightwish, Beste Zangers) following that the last and the largest concert, at AFAS Amsterdam, to be professionally recorded and broadcast online, with the support of a crowdfunding campaign. After several rescheduling, due to the restrictions imposed by the pandemic, the concert took place at the beginning of September 2021 in 3 consecutive days. So far the first 7 songs from the concert plus the backstage documentary have been posted online, here is the playlist kzbin.info/aero/PL8iSYWeQhlilDPohfKzmFC_wdTOllD3jh Thank you! Waiting for more Nightwish reactions. All the best from RO. Stay safe.

[@gabriel.bardac]

I'll add here a link list by several NW fans, since the main comment became too long to be published by YT: @HAMO HAMO: "These seem to be missing from the list, please add next time:" Nightwish - Planet Hell [live montage from the Imaginaerum world tour] kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYOtkJaprr2iqbc Nightwish - Bless the Child [Wacken 2013] kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIWzial7a9Rmgrs Nightwish - She Is My Sin [Wacken 2013] kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXaumJaMiL1nqdU Nightwish - Nemo [Wacken 2013] kzbin.info/www/bejne/pp2xlIyeqbV1brs Nightwish - Our Decades in the Sun [studio] kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6C5Zaabrrymbs0 Nightwish - Edema Ruh [Special Video] kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHPJkp6PirBgZrM Nightwish - Deep Silent Complete [Decades - Live In Buenos Aires 2018] kzbin.info/www/bejne/l4GYipuPr7-grcU Nightwish - The Kinslayer [Decades - Live In Buenos Aires 2018] kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2KmZ6KFrt6UkMk Nightwish - Gethsemane -[Decades - Live In Buenos Aires 2018] kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIPYdGx_nJyWldk NIGHTWISH - Elvenjig & Elvenpath [Decades - LIVE IN BOGOTA] kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZ7MhnqEoMp9oaM Nightwish - Nemo [Planet Rock acoustic session 2020] kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHSaeYycmJqsZqM Floor Jansen - Puccini: O mio babbino caro - De Tiende van Tijl kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5a3qnSQqbtoras Floor Jansen - Jouluyö (O Holy Night) [Raskasta Joulua (Heavy Christmas) 2019] kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJLWd5mBpqplrMk NIGHTWISH - The Poet And The Pendulum [Wembley Arena 2015] kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGW5l6xrrqisY8U - for this one (The Poet.. ) I strongly recommend you to do some research, since is a deep emotional and meaningful song, for both the band and the fans. @Roel Hodzelmans “Gabriel, where is the Greatest Show on Earth in the list? Am I’m reading over it? Tampere or Wembley” NIGHTWISH - The Greatest Show On Earth [Tampere 2015] kzbin.info/www/bejne/ambFo616f7CNadE - You should leave at the end the epic masterpiece. You'll not be disappointed :) @umut birbilen: “Dude you really don't like 'last ride of the day’ :)” NIGHTWISH - Last Ride Of The Day [Live Wacken 2013 - ShowtimeStorytime] kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6usfqttedaUla8 @Saul Tyre: “Gabriel Bardac I'm quite surprised to find that ‘Shudder Before The Beautiful’ is not on any of the lists.. ” NNIGHTWISH - Shudder Before The Beautiful [Live Wembley Arena 2015] kzbin.info/www/bejne/baC0aaaEiL6Lo7M @James Anderson: “Gabriel Bardac, you left out my favorite NW song, ‘Master, Passion, Greed’ from the album ‘Dark Passion Play’. NO LIVE PERFORMANCE of this song.” NIGHTWISH - Master Passion Greed [Special Video by Comunidade Nightwish] kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJzMk2Oaft-cjs0 @Bruce Epper: "Gabriel Bardac Don't know how this happened, but it appears 'Elan' didn't make the cut. That should be corrected." NIGHTWISH - Élan [Decades - Live In Buenos Aires 2018] kzbin.info/www/bejne/bnyygamrgL58kKM @Chris Sturkenboom: "Thank you for giving him all the links. My favorite song is 'Creek Mary´s Blood'. The video and life performance are great." NIGHTWISH - Creek Mary´s Blood [DVD End Of An Era, 2005] kzbin.info/www/bejne/pae9qZRtgL6Fq5I @ealamin: "Gabriel Bardac I think Tarja was even best in: end of all hope.." NIGHTWISH - End Of All Hope [OFFICIAL VIDEO] kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYqycqhtfJdgbqM @Jim Leonard: "Could you please add 'The Fight Goes On' in your summary. Its a beautiful song that doesn't get enough attention.." FLOOR JANSEN - De Beelden Blijven (A Song for War Child) / The Fight Goes On (WAR CHILD) Dutch version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2eQZ4GMqMeabLc English version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5LUd6mapLF2f8U @James Seiler: "Hey you forgot slow love slow from Annette.." NIGHTWISH - Slow Love Slow [live Montreux Jazz Festival 2012] kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJyUm5iAd9SWmJo @Jayna Gerber: “If we're adding onto the Tarja list, I would nominate the following: "Gethsemane" (best live I have seen is a two song set from 1999 along with "Sacrament of Wilderness")” NIGHTWISH Live Lista Chart TV Finland [1999] Remastered kzbin.info/www/bejne/oajQkqWImNqAo9k "Beauty OF the Beast (not "Beauty AND the Beast, which is a completely different song by Nightwish, from a different album - the best live version I have found is from the Amsterdam 2002 concert, not the best visual quality, but the audio is fine)” NIGHTWISH - Beauty of the Beast - Live in Amsterdam [2002] kzbin.info/www/bejne/joHdqIyXaLh3ock @jan louwes: "Gabriel, you might want to add the latest song of SABATON - Christmas Truce (Official Music Video) kzbin.info/www/bejne/foHHeZ5-qNF5f7c - Floor Jansen sings the outro.." @alienware18: "Gabi, don't you want to put the extended link for the song of myself !? :) Thx !!!: Nightwish - Song Of Myself [live at Wacken 2013 / Extended Version / Correct Speed] kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaS1mIKep5h9qs0 @Peter Ang: "Don't forget she even sings from the gamecube game , finale fantasy chronicals, Sound of the Wind, pitty most don't even know she sings that song, with the Metropole Orchestra.." Floor Jansen & Metropole Orchestra - Sound of the Wind (Final Fantasy Chronicles) kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYfHmmSNmsRqnNU @NetAndyCz: "Gabriel Bardac Please add Nightwish - How's The Heart Acoustic (Planet Rock acoustic session) kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4rXnIOme76thdE ; the acoustic version fully deserves to be on your list" @Jared Barr: "I'm suprised you didn't add Sancta Terra by Epica ft Floor Jansen" Epica - Sancta Terra (feat Floor Jansen) Live Retrospect show kzbin.info/www/bejne/mamVY4yrn5ehsMk 🤘

[@paisa20]

Thanks Gabriel

[@LadyAragorn1]

Hey Gabe, how are ya?

[@taylorfamilyreactions]

Thank you Gabriel, it looks like I have my work cut out for me! 🤣 But if the rest of the list is half as good as what I have just seen it’s going to be one hell of a journey!!

[@ecbftl]

@@taylorfamilyreactions They are not just half as good, They are all good if not even better and more epic. Greetings from Canada.

[@MariaMaria-le5cz]

I am so glad that I discovered Nightwish a few months.( 63 years old). Words are not enough…..❤️😍🙏🌈✨

[@stillracer2514]

"I am absolutely floored...."! The singer is Floor Jansen and what you just experience is a FLOORGASM!

[@jovetj]

15:50 "I am absolutely _floored_ by that entire performance." He has no idea how right he is...

[@JoeDirt16]

I love seeing "THE LOOK" when someone hears Floor begins to sing for the very first time. Priceless.

[@normenneulich1952]

I was at this concert, was Epic, Exhilarating, Phenomenal. You feel Floor's emotions when she sings. Floor's voice penetrates through your body

[@Hansse]

You Lucky devil.😁

[@michaelm.1947]

So jealous. What an amazing memory that must be.

[@luisendymion9080]

Definitely something to tell your pals, family, children even the hairdresser... lucky you! "You see this historic performance? I was there" ;)

[@kreso2606]

I wish was there😭😭

[@normenneulich1952]

@@luisendymion9080 Yes, I was there live in Tampere

[@Klojum]

Don't forget the fact that this was song 13 out of 15 on the Wacken 2013 concert set list. Keeping your voice that good (yes, those last notes..) is a testament to the singer's quality.

[@zurugar1530]

Oh, it's because Floor warmed up during first part of the show :D

[@mdudley52]

Floor and Nightwish run in a lane of their own.The bassist is also a world class vocalist. Together they are gold.

[@kenthompson6887]

Sadly Marco is no longer with the band. The new bass player does not appear to sing. Troy's vocals have been expanded.

[@tomsylvania587]

This is the greatest performance ever recorded. I couldn't count how many times I've watched this.

[@elenasnchez7434]

Hail to the Queen Floor Jansen...Nightwish is amazing band...Higher level...all.band amazing musicians...Tuomas genious.composer...Floor.sublime soprano....we are Nightwish Army welcome Nightwish world is magic.🤘

[@jasonmistretta4295]

That was INCREDIBLE. I'm stunned. I literally paused the video midway through, pulled up my library's website and placed a hold on Nightwish's CD "Decades: An Archive of Song 1996-2015." I need to hear more of songs from this group. They are out of this world.

[@clivematthews5296]

Wow it's usually the US reactors who mention Amy Lee of Evanescence as it's their only reference point. Floor Jansen has so much empathy, warmth, depth and range to her voice that she is almost without comparison. She has her own KZbin channel where you will find chats with fans, vocal coaching and some amazing covers. And Nightwish is the band that is a perfect fit for her with the fantastic song writing of Tuomas Holopainen, keyboards. This is song 13 of a 15 song set in front of 82,000 at Wacken 2013 after she had been with the band for only ten months.

[@ACIoannina]

Comparing Amy to Floor is like comparing a toy piano to a real grand piano. Amy is a good singer but Floor is beyond human. Other than my immortal and bring me to life, I don't think I heard any of Evanescence's other songs becoming hits, whereas Nightwish have a huge catalogue of hits, though mainly in Europe

[@dutchman7623]

Simply imagine you are at the wedding of your sister and a call comes in: Our singer has turned ill, and relations turned bad, could you help us out for the rest of our tour? Greetings, Nightwish! There are few songs she doesn't do better than those before her and in many she excels. A fantastic composer, a marvelous band and an excellent singer, have found each other!

[@luisendymion9080]

Well, because it's by far the closest reference they have. It's only natural. Just the closest, still very different and it doesn't take long to any reactor to realize Floor is better.

[@dderegt9114]

Amy lee is navel lint compeared to Floor

[@susananderson7504]

I always think of Evanescence as a poor mans Lacuna Coil

[@silverblack5475]

Another Soul Snatched by the Valkyrie Goddess

[@robdegast3612]

There is nothing better than seeing someone experience Nightwish for the first time. Welcome and enjoy lots of songs. Floor Jansen from The Netherlands a.k.a. The Valkyrie Viking Goddess of Symphonic Metal, singing with Nightwish from Finland, Grandmasters of Symphonic Metal. What more can we wish for?

[@judiharris8796]

Be excited for all that's to come on your Nightwish journey.

[@littleraven28]

I love how new people are raving about the intro only to be totally speechless by the angelic voice of Floor cutting through. While in my opinion there aren't any bad NW songs this one surely showcases a lot of Floor's abilities. She is a storyteller, and she uses her voice in whatever way she feels is appropriate, from growls to falsetto. She is probably one of the most versatile singers ever. But every musician on that stage is just as good as she is and they make it work as a team while enjoying themselves. Tuomas is the one who writes just about everything, and there aren't many songs the same, they are all different, you'll see. Most bands have a songwriter, NW has a composer.

[@dylan42207]

Funny you said you were “floored” because the goddess’ name you heard is Floor Jansen and you just had your first “Floor-gasm”. Yes it’s a thing and anyone who listens to Nightwish with Floor singing lead has them! I’m new to the journey too. Only a few weeks in so I subscribed so I can take the journey with you! And I just bought my tickets to their New York concert in May!

[@rulssie]

Caution! Wet Floor!

[@dutchman7623]

@@rulssie Floor is lava!

[@MariaMaria-le5cz]

They come to Holland in June and November!!!!😀🙏😍🎶💥🎉

[@Quietman651]

I so enjoy watching all of the different reactions by all of the various people who have reacted to Nightwish. You, sir, have not failed in providing us with the your honest and heartfelt reaction to what many of us consider to be one if the most awesome musical experiences ever. Please procede with your exploration of Nightwish. You will not be disappointed.

[@arnaldotanta3630]

How good ? I was there , im 54 , i saw all the greatest bands of the 80's and 90's and this is the best band and the best show i saw in my life only compared to Queen and this lady Floor Jansen is for sure the best female lead singer i saw , nightwish dont have bad songs, but wait for Gabriel Bardac , he gonna tell you much more about this band . Greetings from Portugal. 🤘🤘

[@dderegt9114]

Obviusly you never heared qyeens ryche with Geof Tate Tokio Tapes 1984 Take hold of the Flame.He iven Dwarfs. Freddy metcury and. Floor Jansen..

[@arnaldotanta3630]

@@dderegt9114 im 54 off course i heard queensryche , i know queensryche since my 16 yo 🤘🤘

[@danielletoscano4509]

This band is best served LIVE!

[@CCEDE73]

Nightwish has made so much good music. It's just one of many good tracks :-)

[@frenkwd1]

Hello Taylor. 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.

[@jamminen74]

"i did not expect this" 😅 you know right 😁

[@doughaviland1729]

EPIC STUFF! 😃 82,000 people in the palm of her hand!🤣

[@ShadowhispersBand]

Was there. It was even better actually being there. No neef for auto tune with Floor. She simply sings like that. And you haven’t seen what she’s capable of

[@erpece]

I don't like you... ;-)

[@ShadowhispersBand]

@@erpece 😊 I don’t like you either 😜

[@oliviasharpe2631]

I’m so jealous! Honestly, just watching it was epic so I can’t even imagine what it was like in person, nightwish and Floor are beyond words

[@ShadowhispersBand]

@@oliviasharpe2631 Wacken is always great. You might get “better” bands on other festivals, but the atmosphere in Wacken is just unique. And it affects the artists too.

[@devoneagle1966]

Nightwish Army,: South West England, salutes you! Great reaction - follow Gabriel's suggestions and have a great trip down the rabbit hole :-)

[@martine3293]

Hello again. Great recommendation by your patreon. I remember also recommending this to you two weeks ago. I really enjoyed watching your reaction, your face spoke volumes. You may not be into metal, or at least you think you aren't, but Nightwish can change your mind. That's exactly why I keep recommending people to at least listen to Nightwish. Their music can hit you in all kinds of ways. I have a feeling you're going to enjoy exploring their discography some more. I see you've already noticed Gabriel Bardac's comment. He gave you a list with song suggestions. Each song comes with one or two keywords to give you a hint of what to expect (even though they'll always surprise you). Just take your pick and enjoy! Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@MichaelReiter]

Welcome to Nightwish and thanks for checking out one of my recommendations. I'm not a metalhead and when it comes to heavy growling I'm out, but symphonic metal and especially Nightwish is a different story. They have great arrangements and how can anyone not like Floor's amazing vocals? She also has solo songs so you can even enjoy her independently from Nightwish. I'm not a Nightwish expert, just someone who enjoys their music, so I'll leave it to the Nightwish Army to give you more information about the band. I saw that Gabriel Bardac already commented here and gave you some suggestions for the continuation of the NW journey.

[@taylorfamilyreactions]

It was a great recommendation Michael 👏🏻

[@jukkahelminen9071]

Welcome to the magical world of Nightwish!

[@lissalives1]

This one is my absolute favorite. 🥂👌🏽😛

[@DeeDee80]

Sometimes I wish I did not know about Nightwish for 20+ years and experience this kind of excitement, to hear this for the first time. Loved the joy on your face when Floor started to sing.

[@10animallover10]

I had a huge grin throughout the whole video of your reaction😁 It NEVER gets old seeing someone being totally flabbergasted by Floor and Nightwish!😉 This is our Dutch national treasure. The Siren of The Netherlands and the Valkyrie of Sweden (where she lives with her hobbies and daughter and lots of pets😊). This is one of the best singers and band in the whole freaking world🥰 Welcome to the Nightwish army!🤘

[@randymarple9830]

I don't often subscribe after a "First Reaction", but when I see someone who reacted the same way I did, it was a no brainer. This song is just the tip of the iceberg. The 13th song of this amazing Wacken 2013 Open Air Festival. The 15 song set is just as amazing. Each song different than the last. So happy you have 11.3K subs who might have never seen this band. Gabriel's list is a good start, as it has the proper links to react to. Welcome to the adventure that is Nightwish. It's a hell of a ride. Greetings from Maine, USA. And thank you Michael, for requesting this masterpiece.

[@MariaMaria-le5cz]

Thank you Taylor family❤️

[@jasonmarshall7572]

Imagine 82k Plus fans who Love Nightwish and adore Floor chanting, Imagine the energy of being at that concert? No wonder Nightwish has an Army. A bunch of loyal fans borderline Obsessed but some of the most Nicest people you'll ever meet. Welcome onboard the Nightwish train and we hope you get to enjoy further more Nightwish and look forward to more reactions from you Thank you for your time.

[@grahambatchelor3576]

Hi Taylor Family, Nightwish Army, UK 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.

[@silverblack5475]

No offense to Amy , who is a fantastic vocalist BUT she's not on the same level as Floor Jansen as you will find out , when you continue this journey . There one of the few bands that are better live and as for Floor , she's also better live , i think she is truly Alive when shes on stage , born to be on one ......ive never heard an off performance by her .

[@Tschowski1]

Hi Taylor, i was there at the Concert in Wacken in the second Row front of Stage. There where 75000 Metalheads behind me and i was absolutly flashed by this Song. I was not the only One who had Tears running gown my Face, because there was so much Happyness, lot of Fun,Prsce and Love. I felt like becoming a Injection of Adrenaline.

[@OJB42]

Some people believe that Nightwish at Wacken 2013 was the epitome of symphonic metal performances, and this song was the epitome of the epitome! Thanks for the reaction.

[@keestervoort5856]

The North-Holland Veterans Regiment of the Nightwish Army reporting. Thank you for a great reaction! I immediately subscribed for more Nightwish! Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@joeyc630]

Floor jansen the Queen of metal ♥ is a classic trained and professional voice coach with at least 20 years experience and can do anything from death metal growling to high opera notes and different styles and languages, her previous bands After Forever, Northward and Revamp and she was also featured in several Ayreon live shows and a Dutch reality show Beste zangers in 2019 and 2021, she is married to the drummer of the band Sabaton ♥

[@laudatosiadastra1218]

The Nightwish journey is one of life´s truly great journey´s. There is nothing that comes close in my own experience. Seeing this perfrmance for the first time changed my life in the most profound way. Chronic illness had been a big part of my past decade. A very sad chapter that ended the moment I seen this performance. I learn´t that I can live in happiness and experience the beauty of this world despite ongoing issues that I have. It´s truly remarkable what listening to Nightwish and the vocalist Floor has done to me. Unlocked my soul and given me eternal happiness and peace in my heart. I would love to see the rest of your journey :)

[@reeilona]

Your beautiful and correct comments are always such a soulwarming to read

[@laudatosiadastra1218]

@@reeilona Thanks for the love you always send Ree. You´re the best

[@MariaMaria-le5cz]

I wish you all the best….❤️

[@laudatosiadastra1218]

Thank you very much Maria. :)

[@MariaMaria-le5cz]

@@laudatosiadastra1218 I admire your positivity ❤️🙏💕😀🥲

[@mickb7569]

Nightwish army Australian division reporting. You have had the smallest glimpse of our Goddess of music Floor Jansen there is a huge selection of music for you to check out with her bands before Nightwish and her solo music as well but her performance in a tv show Beste Zangers shows you how versatile she is. Enjoy your journey

[@sterlingknight8087]

Originally Floor was sent by Allfather Odhinn to Midgard to gather the souls of fallen warriors to Valhalla, but she got distracted and joined a series of bands. However, Floor still gathers souls by her grace, beauty and the sheer power of her vocals. We give thanks for her at our Blots regularly and hope that Odhinn won't notice that she has never returned to Asgard. ALL HAIL THE VALKYRIE GODDESS!!! The Nightwish Army is incoming! Nightwish Army Central Florida Black Company reporting for duty!

[@CmdrTomalak]

We are Nightwish Fans. Lower your defences and surrender your inhibitions. We will add your undying appreciation and adoration of Nightwish to our own. Your unstoppable Floorgasms will adapt to service us. Resistance is futile.

[@ryanlucker7680]

another floorgasm priceless completely floored 🤣

[@alleninfinity6730]

Gabriel Bardac will come along with all sorts of background on the band along with suggested songs, but this band makes no bad music. Floor Jansen, 3rd and current lead singer for Nightwish is the greatest most versatile singer I have ever heard. I recommend "Ever Dream" from Wacken 2013 next, you will be amazed. I have been listening to this band and woman for 2 years now, and they continue to amaze me. I liked and subbed for you Nightwish journey.

[@Danimal525]

It's always a blast to watch anyone's first reaction to Nightwish. Welcome to the world of "symphonic metal". I have NEVER seen/ heard a band, with so many incredible dynamics in there music. Throw in Floors vocals, and you have a match made in heaven. Any song from that show is incredible. I would like to see you react to "Storytime", next. This band really hold a special spot in my heart. Great first reaction, btw...

[@jimharris367]

Nightwish will always smash any expectations, they are incredibly versatile, from Symphonic Metal, Power Metal, Folk Metal and just plain Folk music - topped off with a classically trained singer who can do everything from Opera to Death Metal growls 🤘

[@pigletphilosophy8057]

And this was a floorgasm at its finest

[@julielehner9154]

Thank you for introducing me to this fantastic group and for your great reaction. This really blew me away.

[@ArleneAdkinsZell]

I am a rock and metal fan, you might be out of your comfort zone, but this is my comfort zone, so glad you liked it! There are some exceptional voices in the rock/metal genre.

[@MilaMan]

One of my favourite Nightwish songs 🤘💕 Tuomas Holopainen (keyboards) is behind of this great symphonic metal music.

[@richardmead5969]

very good reaction from Colorado. am 70 and consider Nightwish best band in 40 years

[@tonycarroll7925]

You said you were absolutely floored 🤣..You had a Floorgsm...as many of us have 😁. I suggest you react to every song they perform at Wacken...They're all epic, and all different...

[@Hansse]

Hi Taylor, Nightwish Army Amsterdam reporting. Loved your commends and not to forget your emotional facial expressions. You're definitely into this music now. I must have seen this video about 50 myself and stil can't believe what I see and hear. When I start my day listening to this it really makes my day. Enjoy your Nightwish journey.😀

[@Zoey-K-1]

This was song number 13 of 15 in the concert, so Floor had been singing just like this for close to 90 minutes before this came up in the set list. You’ll discover a few things as you listen to more Nightwish: 1. Floor can sing literally anything…every time you think you’ve heard it all, she’ll surprise you. 2. While Amy Lee/Evanescence is the only point of reference many people have the first time they hear Nightwish, as you listen to more, you’ll find less and less to compare the two. 3. No two songs really sound the same…they are very versatile and diverse. 4.:Marko, the bass player, is also an amazing vocalist. 5. There is a reason Tuomas, the keyboard player who writes the majority of the music and lyrics, is called “the metal Mozart,” 6. It’s common to feel strong emotions and get teary-eyed when listening to them, even when you don’t know what the song is about.

[@superluiyo]

Congratulations on your first Floorgasm!

[@ingobordewick6480]

Listen to what Gabriel has to say. Greets from Germany! By the way, I was there (just to make everyone envious again), at this show and you have no idea how epic it was! Enjoy the ride man!

[@marcodunst8642]

Congrats, you got your first FLOORGASM! Enjoy it and Look for more

[@wangtang7768]

Greetings from 🇨🇦 and welcome to Nightwish !! Thx for the reaction, many great songs and many different ones . Waiting for next one already 🤣 🤘🏼💥🤘🏼

[@AGDinCA]

One if my favorite albums I've ever owned is _Fallen,_ by Evanescence. I've played it over and over and over. I, too, love Amy Lee's voice! _However..._ as much as I love Amy Lee (and I do!), in my opinion, she doesn't even come close to Floor's power, versatility, and vocal color. But that's just me. I continue to wear out the _Fallen_ album when the mood strikes me.

[@paisa20]

Thanks so much, welcome to Nightwish

[@stevewalsh4850]

Omg, I’ve never heard this band before, how have I never heard them Before, pure soul snatching music

[@leeabrook13]

Omg! I am so thrilled you reacted to NW! You're life is forever changed. Enjoy this ride! Look forward to sharing the journey!

[@holzwurm760]

Welcome to the Nightwish Army, and Floorgasm^^

[@BazzSelby]

Welcome to 'our' Nightwish world. :o)

[@rodneyhearne3405]

"I am absolutely floored", yes, yes you were! I loved your reaction and am looking forward to your next reaction.

[@sjokken1]

I was actually at their only 2021 concert in Oslo, Norway in november. It's insane to say that they are even better live than the official live video but they are. Will follow you down the Nightwish Journey and hope you get to see them live some day aswell👍☺️

[@AzzGaming]

NIGHTWISH Canadian army reporting in to welcome you. welcome to the rabbit hole of Nightwish, it is a journey of emotions.

[@amygoodson-catlady]

Nightwish Army, Palm Springs, CA, USA...is sooo happy for you! You've witnessed greatness! Imagine...every new song is better than the last, no 2 songs sound alike...so many sounds! Step into genius and magic and take the journey...see Gabriel's list below, you are all SET! Loved your video setup! It's perfect for more Nightwish! Ps: The Army is coming

[@kimfabritiusdetengnagel2038]

A big welcome to the Nightwish Universe 👍 This is Symphonic Metal, the merge of symphony and metal music. Often built in the chapters, and it is music that are composed. When you gets a little further into Nightwish, you might want to look closer into the lyrics also. Deep - very deep poetic lyrics, often complexed with bits from poets or scientists built in or referred to. The Nightwish Army will help you digest and understand - just ask. The lyrics have a red line, but are also written to individually interpreted. The main composer and writer are Tuomas (keyboard) ofyen referred as The Metal Mozart or The modern Mozart - and that's not far off. The musicians are extremely tight, never overdoing anything or showing of - it's all about telling the story. The singer Floor - is by far - the most versatile, powerful, skilled and talented singer you will ever meet. Her ability to express emotions and passions are beyond words. She can literally make you feel anything - anything!! And you have only scratched the surface of Nightwish's and Floor's capabilities - 10 - 12% at most, in this song. And this one is not even one of their masterpieces!!! On this concert she only did old songs not written to her - but she certainly made them her own (she wasn't even an official member yet!). From 2015 all the new songs are written to her, and Tuomas has even managed to challenge her a few times (which she loves, the only way to improve she says) - so you have your lifes musically experience heading your way 😉 Rumors says that Floor is from the Andromeda galaxy, sent to Earth to make sure that the sun raises every morning - there might be some truth in that statement 😉 And don't worry - no Nightwish song are alike - they will blow you away each and every time. By the way - the singers in Symphonic Metal are in general in a league of their own. - but Floor is unique. A big welcome to the Nightwish Universe from Nightwish Army Denmark 🇩🇰 👍 💪 🤘 🤘 🤘

[@robertsheeler321]

Nightwish Army USA (Pa) division reporting for duty , Great reaction to one of the greatest live bands with the worlds most versatile Female singer the Valkyrie Queen Floor Jansen . General Gabriel Bardac will help you with band info and links to help you down the deepest rabbit hole on you tube. The next song on Gabriel's list is "Storytime" your going to fall off your chair for this one

[@MatsGarage]

Dark chest of wonders, Ghost river and Storytime is my favorite songs.

[@aveangerjas4741]

This was just beautiful. Thank you! 🙏

[@andreasf882]

thank you for the wonderful reaction and welcome to the Nightwish army. there are so much more songs from them you should react too like The greatest show on earth, Poet and the Pendulum, etc etc

[@intergalacticmedium3125]

Nightwish Army incoming ! Pennsylvania USA division reporting .

[@zanetpieterse7933]

Loved your reaction and looking forward to more NW! Best wishes from Namibia

[@CathiaCutsson]

I was at the different Nightwish performance, but "GLS" was also played there... THEY ARE ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. It feels so good, so energetic...

[@wgterry73ify]

Remember this is live.... Not only is it live but it's live after how many hours.... 6,8,???? I remember stumbling upon them and thinking where have I been?!!!!!!?!!!

[@juanmendez3770]

Welcome to the Nightwish family. You just have entered the wonderful realm of Nightwish, and our Queen Floor. Every song is a different experience so, buckle up and enjoy the journey. Greetings from Alabama.

[@chriso6719]

If you do continue with Nightwish, you will find that every song brings new and often unexpected sounds and styles. A word of warning, it is not uncommon for reactors to declare 'this is my new favorite Nightwish song' with every one they hear .LOL Enjoy the journey and welcome to the Nightwish Army.

[@schout33]

When you want to go further on the path of our 1.83m tall Dutch Valkyrie Queen Floor Jansen besides Nightwish, here is some background information on her. Floor joined the band 'After Forever' in 1997 at the age of 16. Here are some of my favourites: Energize me: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJvQZXWog6aZbNU Monolith of Doubt: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYXQfHuhht1na7c Dreamflight: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWSQkHlvpderaqs Floor attended the then new Rock Academy in 1999 and graduated in 2003. She also studied 2 years at the Conservatory (1 year Music Theatre and 1 year Opera). Here is a link to a part of a TV show (with english subtitles) of the reunion of the class of the Rock Academy with mostly backstage footage of the Tampere concert of Nightwish in 2015: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGSxepmrZdapqsk 'After Forever' disbanded in 2009 and Floor started her own band 'Revamp' from scratch. Here she experimented with different vocal styles within one song. Here are some examples: Misery’s no Crime: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iX-zlqaCe7mhi8k Disdain: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnrUq4OOr814q9k Wild card: kzbin.info/www/bejne/faG9fnl3gb6YfcU Besides managing a band on her own she also did a lot of vocal coaching and as she is a perfectionist, she wants to do everything at 100%+. Eventually she had to pay the price and got a burnout. She had just recovered when end of september 2012 the call came from Nightwish to fill in for the remainder of the North American Tour at first as their second singer Annette got ill. Floor had just 48 hours to learn the whole setlist. There is a documentary made of this world tour: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJmoqZ6jjLCAe7c Floor joined Nightwish after this iconic Wacken concert in 2013 as permanent member of the band. Floor continued to perform with 'Revamp’ also, but it was clear that she could not combine the two for much longer, so 'Revamp' disbanded in 2016. Floor did a side project called 'Northward' where she dived into the Hard Rock scene. The song 'While Love Died is a must see:: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHLMgZiJqNZ3Y5Y A suggestion to a christmas song sung by Floor. Here is a link to a performance in Finland with a special guest with the best seat you could imagine: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r56UiJZrmdKIj8U Her stunning performances on the Dutch TV show 'Beste Zangers 2019' gave her at last some more recognition in her home country where she was relatively unknown until then. There are numerous guest appearances with other bands to find on KZbin. To see how to get a crowd of metalheads silenced and in awe watch her featuring with the band 'Epica' and the song 'Stabat Mater Dolorosa:, kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6LHp3mGd6yBZsU and to see her in full opera mode, watch her rendition of 'O Mio Babbino Caro' from Puccini: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5a3qnSQqbtoras As live concerts were cancelled and home isolation due to the Covid situation, Floor discovered KZbin in the last year. Mindblowing covers, chats with her idols and other singers, vocal masterclasses, personal insights and so much more. She even made a video reacting to herself singing this at Wacken. Lots of technical info and some memories of her starting with Nightwish:. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4jCZHlnbZuSa7M Also her Fan Friday videos are hilarious. Just unpack some of the presents she left on her channel. Floorgasm alert! Floor is a high sensitive person, so peace and quiet is as important for her. Living by the woods in Sweden with her husband Hannes Van Dahl (drummer of the band Sabaton), daughter Freja (turns 5 years next march), a horse and pony, a dog and a bunch of cats, she found this.

[@loriloy7097]

I must say I've seen this so so many times I am part of the Nightwish army! But I think your reaction is the best. You had a "Floorgasm" not to mention all the other talent and Tomas the keyboard player is the master behind at all! Enjoy all they have to offer they are amazing!

[@jonnygoulding2482]

Fellow brit, living in Canada, I found Nightwish about a year ago, and just for your first reaction.. Subscribed!!. The rabbit hole is long and deep with every emotion being caressed out of you, either gently or violently. You will definitely enjoy this journey, and the Nightwish Army are awesome people. Follow Gabriel's list, or don't. But the fans will give you advice and requests and support.. Enjoy...

[@stevewscott1763]

You say you were floored, this is what you call a Floorgasm.

[@williamadkins3359]

Just imagine a performance such as that which had already been going on for an hour and half, that was 13 of a 15 song set.

[@eviljeep]

Really nice to see you react to this one.. I had your face the first time i saw them. And they become my favourite band since 🤟 tx a lot for this one Btw, i subscribe to see you fall in the rabbit hole of Nightwish ❤️

[@erwinmulder1338]

I wasn't at this concert, but Floor is an amazing singer and really brings it live. I have seen her live multiple times and it's just chills from start to finish. I am a huge fan.

[@asteroidkiller8023]

Great reaction...get ready for more amazing stuff from Nightwish...they are one of kind, and well Floor is just a Goddess. Much love from Nightwish Army USA division...🤘🤘🖤🖤

[@haralds9996]

Nightwish Army Germany / Bavaria welcomes you to the best Live Band with the vocal Godess Floor Jansen. You just experienced your first 'Floorgasm'. There are so many more songs to listen to, just follow the list from Gabriel and keep enjoying it.

[@chrissturkenboom6080]

Hello, I'm happy you liked it. I wasn't at Wacken 2013 but, I have seen Nightwish November 2019 live in Amsterdam. Before COVID-19. I was supposed to go again in 2020. Hopefully this year 🙏. Yes, Nightwish live is magical. Very, very good. Warm greetings from The Netherlands 👍💜🍀🤘🇱🇺🌷🤗

[@varsim5691]

Thanks for your great and honest reaction 😁👍Just keep listening Nightwish, you will be surprised😄 they are awesome ❤🤘🤘

[@jochenbertsche3890]

Floorgasm Welcome to the Nightwish Army🤘🤘

[@jamboree2723]

Welcome to the rabbit hole, have fun exploring Nightwish. There is so much to be discovered!

[@mikkoviikari1999]

Good evening from Finland. Warm welcome to the epic world of symphonic metal. Nightwish is definately one of the trailblaizers of this genre of metal music. I could list all the superlatives I know of complimenting their music and Floors voice but reading through the comments below pretty much covers it. Just follow Gabriels list and you cant go wrong. About Floors versatility as an artist I would suggest to go check out her rendition of O Mio Babbino Caro. Enjoy the journey.

[@stevek729]

Greetings Taylor Family Reactions! Nightwish Army USA, Nebraska division checking in. I enjoyed watching your reaction to Nightwish and our Goddess Floor. It looked like you had an amazing Floorgasm. Don’t be embarrassed, it happens to everyone. Follow the wealth of information that Gabriel left for you and you will not go wrong. I look forward to you doing more Nightwish reactions. This is just the beginning of a magical journey for you.

[@ChristianSander1969]

Ohh yes, finaly it's happening.. Been waiting for this since I stumbled on your reactions to Pentatonix, wondering when Nightwish showed up.. This is gonna be an epic journey for sure, learning the brilliant mind af Toumas Holopainen and his songwriting ! All hail the queen, our valkyrie godess, Floor Jansen !!