First Time Hearing Nightwish - Ghost Love Score REACTION!!

[@gabriel_bardac]

Hello Jordan & Amanda [ Jordan & Amanda React ] ! 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 🤘

[@rolandconnor575]

Salute General, from Vancouver BC Army

[@guidoseerden9545]

Salute to Gabriel and of course Amanda and Jordan from The Netherlands. Please follow Gabriels' list.

[@RUSHed-2112]

Welcome Jordan and Amanda to the top tier of the symphonic metal genre with Nightwish and Floor Jansen! ❤️ Prepare yourselves for an incoming wave from the Nightwish Army!🤟🏼🫶🏼 You won’t go wrong by following Gabriel‘s list. There are so many of your new favorite songs on it. Just wait and see. I am and many others hope you do! New Subscriber from the Nightwish Army, Florida division! Welcome! ❤

[@RUSHed-2112]

Good to see you @Gabriel_bardac 🤟🏼🫶🏼💯

[@carriepybus8929]

Great list! From Greater Vancouver BC Canada. 🤘🙂🤘

[@Gambino471]

The last note Floor took is what we call a Floorgasm - Nightwish Army Romania

[@HvdHaghen]

Yes, on the high note they both had it. The popping eyes, the staring look, slowly coming back to reality no clear idea what had hit them, probably goosebumps and chills, possibly holy shivers. I totally agree with your diagnosis. Just look at 10:34

[@nightwisharmyuk]

UK Army popping in for a great first reaction

[@kentk2215]

Nightwish Army North Texas division reporting for duty! Welcome to the wonderful world of Floor Jansen and Nightwish! The band is from Finland. Floor, the third and current lead singer is Dutch. Symphonic metal at its best! There is sooooo much to discover with this amazing band, and the army is here to help you along the way! They have a variety of sound and will surprise you at times. Read up what General Gabriel has to send. Wacken (VAH-ken) open air is a hard rock/metal festival in northern Germany. Hope to see more on the channel. Storytime next? Enjoy the journey! Its one worth taking, believe me.

[@toned-fcreations5522]

Don't expect every Nightwish song to be like this. Every song is different and each one an adventure.

[@jamescurfman3284]

100%

[@koff41]

As Homer say, Jeebus ofc.

[@JAYWALKER1000]

The entire concert is magical. I believe this is song 12 of 15 - they never stop, they just keep going. The Valkyrie Goddess (Floor Jansen) can sing anything (operatic highs to death growls, Phantom of the Opera to Shallow). Theres is an energy feedback loop from the crowd of 85, 000 to the band - live they sound just as good (if not better) than the studio recordings. This song is the gateway drug to Nightwish addiction and it's only the tip of the iceberg. The pipes are an elaborate keyboard stand.

[@eddybulk1992]

82 000 metalheads

[@danielisrael1788]

C'était la 13ème chanson du set, la 12ème est Amaranth mais c'est pas grave car tout le concert est un must à écouter intégralement.

[@roy19491]

song 13

[@Zoey-K-1]

I know Evanescence is the only point of reference most of us Americans have, but as you listen to more Nightwish you'll find less and less to compare the two. Amy Lee is a great singer and she has a very strong voice, but she does not have the versatility that Floor does...Floor can sing any song, any style, any genre, and make it 100% her own. There's even a video on KZbin of her singing a page from the Dutch phone book and it sounds better than anything you'll hear on American radio. You'll get a comment from Gabriel directing you to his list of Nightwish recommendations...he will not steer you wrong. You are in for quite a ride, as you will discover...every time you think you have them figured out, they will surprise you again. No two of their songs really sound the same, and they incorporate a wide variety of influences and textures that make every song something special.

[@mayday6880]

I'm a fan of Evanescence and Nightwish for decades. Interesting, including me, many people see similarities. You're right Floors voice isn't compareable to Amy Lee. Floor can growl and do everything, but there are other things; Evanescence goes into symphonic metal too, dark/mood cool vibes and both have and some fusion with classical music. Floor is the better singer in particular live performance ...but Amy's voice is absolutely unique, she penetrates trough every heavy sound like nothing, the passion she had is fantastic. For example, watch Music Video "Lithium" from Evanescence, this gives me still chills.

[@beldin2987]

@@mayday6880 Only americans see the similarities since they never noticed what went on outside their borders. Europeans would compare them to bands like Epica, Within Temptation, Edenbridge, Ad Infinitum, Visions of Atlantis, Xandria, Beyond the Black .. and all that stuff. And if we want to take american artists, i would rather compare them to Lana Lane, who for whatever reasons seems also to be totally unknown in her own country.

[@mayday6880]

@@beldin2987 no only Americans... I'm from Switzerland 🙂

[@beldin2987]

@@mayday6880 Then you should really know Melissa Bonny and Ad Infinutum. The best your country has to offer music wise 😍😍

[@hiawatha.g]

@zozo-K is being charitable. I like Evanescence but they are the training-wheels version of Nightwish. Realistically, once you hear enough of Nightwish's catalogue, you'll realize there is no comparison.

[@griesi31]

Nightwish army member from west Germany coming in 🙋🏼‍♀️🫶 Hi guys, great reaction! I never will stop enjoying seeing people reacting first time to this extraordinary band. The comparisons with Amy Lee often comes from US reactors, I think it primarily has to do with the fact that both ladies have a similar look and when you first hear them you want to somehow categorize the band and singer. Ultimately, Nightwish and Evanecense serve very different genres. I hope to hear more reactions from you regarding Nightwish. A few fun facts for you: Tuomas is the keyboardist and mastermind of NW, he writes and composes most of the songs. Floor is our Valkyrie Godess, she can sing anything and almost always gives you that goosebombs, which are called "floorgasms". The bassist is Marko (the viking), the drummer is Jukka (the pirate) and the guitarist is Empuu (the hobbit). The horns in flames are the symbol of the Wacken Festival. If you want to hear more operatic style, epic songs I recommend "The greatest show on earth" live at Tampere. A song about the evolution of the earth inspired, among other things, by Richard Darkins and also commented on by him. The man who plays the flute and various other instruments is Troy (not on stage with Ghost love score), the 6th NW member.

[@lieven2292]

Welcome to an extraordinary band... I truly envy your journey into their very diverse repertoire, should you choose to embark (you really should!😊). If you do, please try to stay with live performances, for that is where they truly shine. Thank you so much for an awesome reaction! Liked, subscribed, and rang your bell...😊

[@EderNovacki]

I envy you people that get to experience this for the first time. Awesome react guys!

[@t.nobody120]

I do that every time I hear it!

[@Earman54music]

Nightwish Army Pennsylvania Division Reporting for duty! Welcome to the wonderful world of Nightwish and symphonic metal! You have a lot of great music ahead! BTW, nice Laney Jordan.

[@alleninfinity6730]

Nightwish, every song is a different story. Floor the Valkyrie Goddess, and Metal Queen, knows no equal vocally. The things she can do with her voice continues to amaze me. She can growl, sing opera, sing rock, sing metal, sing anything she wants, perfectly! Nightwish has been around since 1996, and still kicking ass and headlining all over the world.

[@robertbales3030]

Welcome to the world of symphonic metal. The Nightwish army will be arriving shortly.

[@jasonmarshall7572]

So great seeing you both. Welcome friends. Floor was in the band After forever singing at age 16. Then Revamp, Northward and Nightwish. Floor is trained in Classical music and theatre and at a school of Rock. Floor can play some other instruments like keyboard and guitar and can sing in many languages. Floor is 6.1 feet tall add 3 inches with heals. Loves horses and her other pets on her we farm and grows her own vege's. Floor is married to Hannes the drummer from Sabaton another great band which sings about war history. They have two children. Floor's a workaholic and is an empath. Thank you for your time.

[@skeezesmith7954]

Ghost Love Score is the most reacted to song on KZbin and is often recommended to new reactors. It highlights Floor Jansen's ability to sing any genre song at the next level. She has much more that you haven't heard yet. Floor can't really be compared to anyone because I have yet to find any female singer that has her versatility, power and pitch perfect voice in one 6' package. Nightwish songs are all different. Tuomas (keyboards, founder, composer) ensures that each song is unique with surprises within. 😊🤘

[@markclements7767]

Hi Jordan & Amanda, greetings from Nightwish Army UK That was a great reaction, thank you 😉 You just saw one of the three most reacted to songs in KZbin history, and now you know why Symphonic Metal is composed to an extremely high standard and offers a very full, rich sound, and this is one of the best bands in the world with one of the best female vocalists currently performing. They are all performing at the very top in their craft Evanescence and Amy Lee are good, but then there is Nightwish and Floor Jansen who have taken the genre to a whole new level

[@oldmanjimh3165]

Over the top band that has massive performances and massive following.

[@davidludwig1492]

Fantastic reaction, thank you for trying it out. Thanks also for giving an ear to our 6-foot-tall Valkyrie Goddess of Symphonic Metal, Floor Jansen. I'm sure I can speak for many in the Nightwish Army to invite you to expand on your Nightwish listening tour by choosing any song from the Wacken 2013 show, plus a few from other venues, too. Enjoy yourselves. Nightwish Army, USA Division reporting.

[@Duskwind_]

I concur. They used a healthy dose of Nordic fairy magic at Wacken that night 😊

[@Frightspear]

Nightwish Army Turku Finland here. Very nice reaction, thank you! That's just Nightwish doing Nightwish things! I'm 64 and although I knew them since 90's I became true fan a couple of years back. And as you have surely noticed, although they are all outstanding , none of them stand out. Nightwish is truly their own genre and no other band comes close to the level they are at. Enjoy the journey, you'll be amazed with every new NW song!

[@rnowak85]

Great reaction. Northern New England Division of the Nightwish Army checking in. Welcome to the amazing world of symphonic metal, the glorious mash up of symphonic composition, orchestral instruments, and heavy metal. Nightwish was headlining the Wacken (Vah-ken) Open Air Festival in front of 82,000 fans. It is one of the biggest Metal Festivals in the world. Wacken is located in Germany and is normally a sleepy little cattle ranching village, thus the bulls head symbol for the festival. As a fellow American I get the comparison's to Amy Lee and Evanescence. It is the only thing we have to compare to but Nightwish is so on another level, especially the amazing compositions of keyboardist Tuomas Holopainen. His keyboard stand is a tribute to the Sibelius monument in Helsinki. Jean Sibelius is a famous Finnish classical composer and a big inspiration to Tuomas. The singer is Floor Jansen, our Dutch 6' Valkyrie, and she is more powerful and versatile then Amy Lee. She can go from singing a full on soprano opera aria (checkout her singing O Mio Bambino Caro) to death metal growls similar to Tatiana's but not as deep (checkout Nightwish's Yours is an Empty Hope live from Wembley). Nightwish is hugely popular everywhere in the world but the US, I think because the US music industry prefers to keep churning out endless pop music dreck. After discovering Nightwish over 3 years ago I have been introduced to a whole world of beautifully complex music and deep poetic lyrics that will make you think. Bands like Epica, Within Temptation, Wintersun, Blackbriar, Ayreon, Sabaton, Unleash The Archers, Kamelot, etc. When I saw Nightwish live in May of 2020 in Boston with only 3000 other fans it was absolutely magical and the best concert I have ever been to in my life. If you continue the journey you will discover a 20 year catalog of amazing songs, from epic journeys like this, to straight forward metal songs to beautiful ballads to celticy folk songs and even a jig or two. The Army is ready to support your journey! For something from their most recent album, 2020's Human Nature I recommend the song Shoemaker, one of my top 5 Nightwish songs. Either the lyric video (may favorite for the epic visuals to go along with an epic song) or live from Hellfest or Deichbrand in 2022.

[@WNYretiree]

Ohhhh, you have just barely dipped your toes into the depth and talent that Nightwish represents. There isn't a bad song in the bunch and every song is different. This is a group of extremely talented musicians who all play for the song. That equals a band that is greater than the sum of its parts. I hope that you continue your Nightwish journey and I have subscribed in the hopes that I will be able to follow as you discover just how much this band can do.

[@TomTomson81]

This is the best female singer in the world. And Amy Lee can't even begin to hold a candle to Floor Jansen. What you've heard here is just a spark of what this woman can do. This reaction shows that Americans unfortunately don't have access to good music if they don't know the most successful symphonic metal band in the world, which has been around for near 20 years. But there is the internet and there are people all over the world who enrich reactionchannels with good suggestions of music outside of America. And that is sorely needed. When it comes to music, America seems to be North Korea.

[@Duskwind_]

Some of us have been listening to them since the beginning, but you're right. The main reason being that Nightwish songs didn't fit the US radio format. They're mostly too long and Tuomas would never do a radio cut of his songs. Plus they always cater to bands that are "Popular" 🤮 The only song that I've ever heard on US radio is Amaranthe.

[@TomTomson81]

@@Duskwind_ The last third of my comment were no longer only related to nightwish, but to music from global space in general.

[@Duskwind_]

@@TomTomson81 Fair point. I insulate myself from it by only listening to good music 😊

[@Zoey-K-1]

Wow, my reply was deleted.

[@biglew1161]

as an American I can't stand what our own music industry tries to cram into my ears. its as if they think that pop music is the only music left. I been listening to metal since the late 80's. the only places I can even get a chance to hear it is on Serius Xm, or some streaming service, or other internet service like You Tube. I have been very grateful for you tube reactors and fans turning each other onto new music from all over the world. I've learned of about around 20 or more new to me bands from over the pond that I never would have heard of, if it wasn't for You Tube.

[@BrendonChase_2015]

Uh-oh.. did someone mention the E-word? 😂 Just kidding. From a US perspective, I can understand the reference. Very nice reaction, with the immersion evinced by the applause in the end. Already enjoyed it with the intro about Jinjer, cuz that totally set you guys up for a nice surprise. Watch for Gabriel, use his list (best versions) and you're all set for a great musical journey. Cheers from Amsterdam! 🤘

[@rickphil9999]

Hello Jordan & Amanda. Huge Nightwish fan from Phoenix here for you. Great reaction to our beloved Nightwish performing live. Nightwish is the rare band whose live performances are even better than their studio productions. I highly recommend that you read all of Gabriel Bardac's comment and follow the link he provides at the end. That will take you to his community page where he provides many links to other amazing Nightwish live performances. They still kick ass to this very day with their 3rd and current female lead vocalist... our 6'1" (barefoot) Valkyrie goddess, Floor Jansen (Yahn-sen). At this Wacken concert, she was not yet an "official" member of Nightwish, although they remedied that immediately after this show. Hope to see you again soon with more Nightwish live reactions. New subscriber here for that.

[@kimfabritiusdetengnagel2038]

A big welcome to the Nightwish Universe from Nightwish Army Denmark 🇩🇰 And yep - you are from The US, therefore Amy Lee - and totally ok. This kind of metal is known as Symphonic Metal, the merge of symphony and metal music - and only the absolute top musicians and composers are able to create this music - often composed in chapters, with deep poetic lyrics. In this case it's Tuomas - known as 'the metal Mozart' And the woman in front - Floor Jansen - she is by far the greatest storyteller ever. No one comes even close in range, versatility and power - no one. In this song you experienced not even 10% of her capabilities (not kidding!) And Amy are great - but Floor is on a whole other level - you ain't seen or experienced nothing yet 😉. And by now, you have met a few of the Nightwish Army - a few hundred thousands of very keen fans, very eager to help and guide you into this incredible Universe. We promise you that you will never regret - while you have never experienced anything like this before!! Greetings from Nightwish Army Denmark 🇩🇰

[@pietkeizer5279]

Geen Hollandse achtergrond ☺️?

[@Duskwind_]

Evanescence is about the closest popular band that performed anything like GLS that we had here, but they will soon learn the difference between Symphonic Metal and Symphonic Rock 😁 Much love from New York brother.

[@irenehabes-quene2839]

The only women to come close are Tarja and Simone Simon’s from Epica, both with links to Floor. Tarja as first vocalist of Nightwish and Simone as friend of Floor and in the second best symphonic band, the band members used to be part of Floor’s band.

[@scottprentice6815]

If you two like watching live videos, you've hit the jackpot...that's what Nightwish does best. Looking forward to more!

[@Hegoat]

I suggest you try "storytime", "romanticide", "ever dream", "wish i had an angel", "ghost river", "amaranth", " son of myself", "dark chest of wonders" live from wacken 13 too And also "want my tears back" and "dead boys poem" live from buenos aires "The poet and the pendulum" and "your is an empty hope" live from wembley "The greatest show on earth" live from tampere You both just begin in this nightwish journey Thanks for the reaction, it was so fking cool 🤙

[@BigzampanoXXL]

You saw IMO one of the best bands of our time, genius composer and a superb vocalist/performer, one of the very best. Be prepared for a long journey with NW - und the last album in 2020 (form 1996).

[@markclements7767]

And a new album coming out next year 😁

[@pekkakarppinen1608]

Haha, l'm so late here, but greetings from Finland, and welcome to the magical world of symphonic metal and Nightwish. This is one of the the most epic live performances EVER. The band is from Finland (est.1996) and the singer is a Dutch singer/songwriter an vocal coach Floor Jansen, the best singer in the world (IMHO). ⛄👍

[@ttirinen]

Hyvä me✊🏼😂

[@voidmage84]

Welcome to the world of Nightwish and symphonic metal. They really are a unique band; each song is different and awesome. Floor's beautiful voice reaches your heart in unexpected ways. It's always amazing watching new people discover this awesome band and I hope you continue to explore their music. Hello from the NW Army Portugal.

[@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.

[@ytcag2007]

Greetings and welcome to Nightwish and symphonic metal. I hear the marching feet of the Nightwish Army! 😊 The band hails from Finland and the 6 foot, Dutch Goddess of all things vocal is from the Netherlands. You will find that Floor Jansen is a very special breed of human. She knows more about the anatomy of the vocal mechanism than any other singer you know. She prides herself a "geek" on the topics of breath control in the diaphragm, and lungs, and rib muscles, to the resonating tone created by the shape of the skull, and absolutely everything in between. Her versatility goes beyond anything I've ever heard, and her vocal arsenal is completely stacked. Some of which was displayed here in this performance, but this was only a portion of what she is able to do. The lineup you saw has been altered. Although you will see bassist/singer, Marko in many reactions to come, I'm afraid he's no longer with the band as he resigned from Nightwish in Jan 2021 mostly due chronic depression and his discontent with the music industry. He was replaced by Jukka Koskinen from the band WinterSun. Drummer Jukka Nevelainen was forced to retire in 2014 while in the process of recording Floor's first album with Nightwish, "Endless Forms Most Beautiful". His decision to leave came from a long and exhausting battle with insomnia and migraines. Close friend, Kai Hahto, from WinterSun, filled in and recorded the entire drum tracks for the album and agreed to tour with the band in support of this album. He became permanent in 2019. The mastermind behind Nightwish's music and lyrics is founder and keyboard player, Tuomas Holopainen. He records demos of the songs for the following album while they're on tour which usually lasts no less than 16 months. He then presents the demo to the bass player, guitarist and drummer to get the foundation down first and takes suggestions and ideas from the other members. After a few months, singer and Troy Donockley (member #6, from UK) come in to do their parts. Troy is a multi instrumentalist that specializes in traditional Irish instruments like Uilleann pipes, bouzouki, low whistle, and tin whistle, among many other instruments. He was acquired by being a guest musician in some of their earlier albums and touring with the band. He was made permanent same as Floor in June 2013. Please follow Gabriel Bardac as he is the General of the Nightwish Army and left an exciting blueprint of songs for you to react to so you can have the best Nightwish experience possible. Any questions? Don't hesitate to ask. The Army will answer! Next in line? "I think it's time for a little story!"..... - Floor Jasnen - Thank you for the video, reaction and comment. Stay safe and stay blessed. 😊❤️🤘🤘

[@jopes4855]

Welcome to the world of Nightwish! I am sure someone allready commented "amy who?" Btw, Evanescence is still very much alive and doing music and enjoyed around the world. But different band, and also different style... actually Nightwish does not have a style. They do what they want, but usually it is referred as symphonic metal and it's not wrong to say that. Very unique in every way. Changes in lineup but all the time musicians who love to do what they are doing. Can be really heavy and dirty, or jazz or poppy or something else. Every song you hear is different. Welcome to the journey, i know that there are songs that will stick with you rest of your life, in their catalogue. And new album coming, heavy they told. Gabriel has a post that will give you a chart. How you read it, it is up to you but you will find best versions to watch from his list. They are usually the best versions. Welcome to the world of Nightwish and symphonic metal! Greetings from Finland! 🤘🎶 🖤 🎸🇫🇮

[@peterhigherking2976]

Thank you Jordan and Amanda for this beautiful response to this great band Nightwish. For everyone who supports Nightwish,it is time again to vote for the top 2000 on the Dutch radio station npo radio 2. Musical greetings from the Netherlands.

[@ToddPro]

Love Nightwish too late, but happy I found them years back, lucky enough to have seen them live in Minneapolis last year, Amazing! (Intimate venue, I was 10ft from Floor 😍 & the guys! 🤘

[@markclements7767]

I am envious 😉

[@annmariemills1554]

"I think it's time for a little story, it's definitely STORYTIME"🤘🙂❤ Storytime is one of my favorites!!!🤘🤘

[@alienware18]

Very cool reaction!!! Please do Ghost river next... AND do not rush it away with Nightwish!!! All the songs are amazing...LITERALLY ... and different ! Hugs from Romania!!!

[@zoeystar4668]

I hope you'll react to much more of Nightwish. They are remarkable, and most likely the best band on the planet. Thank you for sharing. Cheers. 🍺

[@markusjackel2132]

Nightwish Army Germany reports for Duty: What you should do: Listen to Gabriel. He knows. Great Reaction !! I think our Queen captured two more souls….:-) Not what I expected.....we heard that from other people too...:-) About Ghost Love Score: Standing solid as a World Pillar around which the planet revolves, Floor hits "The Note," the crowd loses their shit, the band tears a hole in the fabric of Space-Time, and 82,000 people will never, ever be the same again. Floor Jansen, First of Her Name, Queen of the Valkyries and Stonehenge, Lady of Nightwish and Protector of our Metal Realm. Long may she reign. Bow, mortal !

[@keithcourson7317]

Can we all just take a moment to appreciate how much of a BEAST the drummer is?!?

[@morbus74]

Amen to that 🙏

[@lillianekockritz2796]

It is such a pity that he had to stop drumming in 2015 because of severe health problems. He is such an enthusiastic drummer who plays with his whole body and soul. He is still with the band but now in management. But also Kai Hahto who took over is a great drummer I really like.

[@Thorgrim247]

Welcome to the world of Nightwish and symphonic metal. Hope to see you both again very soon for more epic reactions to the amazing band and Floor Jansen, the Dutch queen of symphonic metal. Gabriel will guide you on your journey if you decide to continue.

[@RichardJones-rx2iz]

Yes good reaction! Nightwish is an amazing band and that’s coming from a guy that’s been play guitar/ piano for 40 years! Floor is one of the best female vocalist around with Beth Hart who’s outstanding also! Remember you’ve not seen/heard anything yet! Best follow the general’s list, Gabriel’s the boss.

[@TomicaCZ]

Yes, Nightwish is awesome live! I've seen them like 5 times already and I will go to their show next time they're in my country for sure. :D

[@noneofyerbeeswax8194]

4:05 "Ev.." Almost! The Nightwish Army is known to dislike this comparison.😂 Well, the E-word was finally dropped at 12:00, but it's OK. There were several female-fronted bands in this symphonic/gothic metal genre that appeared in mid-late 90s different places in Europe. About half of them in Norway, incidentally. 10:25 Amanda notices how Floor hit the switch and went from a classical voice to a full belt at the same high. Nice. Lots of people don't pay attention to that. And then comes THE note of course... Great reaction, loved it!

[@gaylord.b.cockburn]

I wait soooo long for the E-word, to finish my GLS- Bingo. 😉

[@noneofyerbeeswax8194]

@@gaylord.b.cockburn A Floorgasm feels incomplete without the E-word.😂 You have a very... ähm... peculiar name, by the way.

[@gaylord.b.cockburn]

@@noneofyerbeeswax8194 😉 A name that shapes the character

[@BrendonChase_2015]

Everyone here in the packed house went NOOO!!-oh.. at that first near-mention of the E-thing 😂 Fortunately, Jordan seems to have a knack for interrupting Amanda at just the right moments. Interesting dynamics there, right off the bat! Then the E-word was dropped in full, but in Amanda's defence it should be emphasized that she described it as kind of a youthful sin ;) And yes, great she also noticed the same-note flip that Floor pulled. Natural connoisseur, I dare say. Cheers!

[@noneofyerbeeswax8194]

@@BrendonChase_2015 She may be forgiven for that. The Goddess is merciful, uknow.😇 Floor has pulled a different kind of flip just recently, which I have a strong opinion on...😠 Btw, you've been insanely active in the comments for someone supposedly trying to pull off a tax evasion scheme. Careful! Lest The Governing of the Neverlands should start suspecting something, perhaps it is better to stay at a safer place, doooon't yooouuu thiiiink?😉

[@fatcarl76]

Nightwish Army, San Antonio Tx reporting in. It makes me so sad that theres so few of my friends that listen to them but this is a masterpiece. I often say that if I can choose the final song I can listen to before I shuffle off this mortal coil, it'll be this one. Chills and happy tears everytime

[@wannabedane4046]

Ah, Gabriel has arrived and will provide all the background story and good links. Floor (NW) and Tati (jinger) in the way they have full control of their voices. Floor is next level, she can sing whatever she wants in whatever genre (opera, clean, growl/scream and anything in between) . Nightwish is a unit, no prima donna here, everyone has his/her time to shine - all are top notch. No song is the same another - the Nightwish sound is recognizable, but anything else is different. Enjoy the journey down the rabbit hole.

[@rolandconnor575]

Congratulations, you have just witnessed perhaps the greatest live performance ever. Any song from this Wacken 2013 concert is now the platinum standard... but there is much more. Gabriel will give you suggestions and guidance for your journey. Floor is not of this world as you will soon realize. Welcome. Nightwish Army Vancouver, British Columbia Canadian Division reporting

[@SatuMSJaaskelainen-le4sc]

Finland reportin for a duty of a Nightwish army 🇫🇮👍❤. Peace and love ❤️.

[@danielisrael1788]

Un coucou de l'armée NIGHTWISH de France, très très bonne et fine analyse et excellente réaction 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 Open Air Wacken 2013, vous êtes sur de ne pas vous tromper, les quinze chansons du set sont des classiques pour tous les fans du groupe. Vous venez d'écouter la chanson 13 sur les 15 du set complet. Toujours dans le même concert, faites le Ever Dream qui commence comme une douce ballade voix piano et sur un signe de Marko ( le bassiste ) continue d'accélérer pour finir comme un train à grande vitesse, puis essayez le Storytime, un bon rock comme on les aime ou alors du plus lourd avec Ghost River. ou encore plus lourd avec Romanticide..... Et je pense que notre ami Gabriel Bardac devait arriver sous peu ( Un grand MERCI à Gabriel d'avoir repris le flambeau de notre regrettée Anne ) 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 mais ce n'est pas une obligation, juste un sage conseil pour entendre le meilleur du groupe. 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.......Allez en paix.

[@dmj4966]

I see General Gabriel checked in. He will have way more detailed info, but in summary NW does Opera, metal, death growls, and all in between. Floor is Opera to death growls sometimes in the same lyrical line

[@R3lyc]

Nightwish - one of the biggest and best bands in the world for the last 20+ years that no one in N/A has ever heard of. It’s always good to see people in broadening their horizons.

[@L3onOfKings]

Nightwish are incredibly fantastic, they are the best musical discovery of my life-time. If you continue with Nightwish at Wacken in the future, I suggest to use 'Nightwish correct speed with lyrics' with your KZbin search, they would be the best quality versions available and also shouldn't have any advertisements in the middle of them (as this one did) and they have lyrics if you switch on CC - subtitles! Their lyrics are often poetic and beautiful. They are all wonderful people. Enjoy!

[@larryd4352]

I am 66 years young, as I am one of those old "rock & roll/ heavy metal" enthusiasts from way back in the 1960's! I discovered Nightwish almost 5 years ago, hearing "Ghost Love Score" and wondering why have I not heard of them!!!??? Well...now...I listen to them 90% of the time! You will find yourselves wanting to discover more about Nightwish! Just enjoy listening to their music!!!

[@dolla3975]

Hi! Welcome to the wonderful world of Nightwish! this song represent them in a good way, but with that said, Nightwish is extremely versatile and "no song is like an other", you are in for a big musical treat if you continue reacting to them, and then The Nightwish Army will invade your channel as a bonus for you ;)

[@nicod1361]

Ive listened to both Ev & NW for 20yrs, and NW & Floor Jansen are on a totally other level both vocally & lyrically,musicianship,composition and stage,Live no one compares,Ghost Love Score is the most reacted to performance ever on YT,massive YT fan base, Wacken (Vahken) 2013 is a standard setting seminal event ,every song of the 15 song set is GOLD ,NW is Always best Live and there are many great female vocalist in the world, then there are a few exceptional ones ,then there is Floor Jansen, Floor Jansen formerly of AfterForever & ReVamp who in 1999 started attending the Rock Academy in Tilburg and then at the National Conservatory in the Netherlands. She then went on to study & trained in musical theatre and also attended opera lessons for a year., Welcome to the best band and female vocalist of our time, I know bold statement but if you take the journey you will understand ,the YT fan base is massive,passionate & very active, 80% of which is for the Floor era,she stepped in Oct 2012 ,and has been their 3rd,current & "Final" vocalist ,GLS is the epitome of Symphonic Metal with more of a classical influence as is many of their compositions but many from this concert are much heavier ,also GLS is the most reacted to song on YT ever with several vocal coaches having over 3 Million views .But this was but a very small taste of what Floor & NW has in store for you.more examples of Floor's amazing vocal skills: Floor Jansen & Henk Poort - Phantom Of The Opera | Beste Zangers 2019 : Nightwish - How's The Heart Acoustic (Planet Rock acoustic session)Live 2020 Alone - Heart (cover by Floor Jansen)2020 Floor Jansen sings Shallow for Emma Heesters Beste Zangers 2019 *with subtittles version avail : NIGHTWISH - Storytime (OFFICIAL LIVE VIDEO-Wacken 2013) NIGHTWISH - Ever Dream (OFFICIAL LIVE-Wacken 2013) NIGHTWISH - Romanticide (OFFICIAL LIVE VIDEO-Wacken 2013) Nightwish - Yours Is An Empty Hope.Vehicle Of Spirit.Live at Wembley (2015) (this by far the best version)

[@andyohil7465]

Hey, that was an authentic reaction. Please more of Nightwish - maybe from the list of commander Gabriel… 👍🏆‼️

[@Rackelhane]

This is how we play music in Finland....😉Great reaction guys. Thank you!

[@Duskwind_]

Well, you should be good since one out of every three-hundred Finns are in a metal group 😂

[@pigallus]

Hi Jordan & Amanda. Welcome to the Nightwish journey, with Floor Jansen, our Valkyrie Queen. Enjoy the ride! Nightwish army reporting for duty from Lisbon, Portugal.

[@German_1]

82,000 here this night at Vah-ken, in Germany. Floor can sing angelic, operatic, and then growl! Please don't compare to Amy Lee. Floors is miles above Amy lee! This whole concert is legendary. They play all over the world. Floor will tear you up for sure! We call them floorgasms! This is symphonic metal.

[@DennisAH]

WACKEN. It´s WACKEN. WTF.

[@mikehancock9887]

@@DennisAH Not in the German language it's not...:/

[@yannickk86]

Noone can compare to floor❤️

[@michael.albinus]

Jordan: "That is next level!" (when Floor hit THE NOTE). So true... 🤩🤩🤩

[@staffanhesselback9653]

Singers sing what they can, Floor sings what she wants ❤

[@Luca-games007]

Teary eyes with Nightwish is perfectly normal thing. They are epic as hell and they ALWAYS brings those emotions. No matter if You wathing this song or hundreds others like 1000 times. Emotions gets me every time. I hope You're gonna stay a while. You wont regret it. Im givin You a sub and waiting for another Nightwish here \m/

[@StyxRiverGynoid]

'Grats on your first multiple Floorgasms! Welcome to the Nightwish Army!

[@bobkellerjr1956]

Hello, and welcome to Nightwish. You have entered the Rabbit Hole that is Nightwish. It is amazing to hear people listening to Nightwish for the first time. I love it!! Jordan and Amanda... Enjoy the ride you are about to undertake. It is a ride you will enjoy with your ears, your eyes, and your heart.Listen and follow Gabriel's list, history of the band, and recommendations. You will be gladly included members of the Nightwish Army. Anything you want to know, you will be showered with information. I thoroughly enjoyed your reactions to Ghost Love Score. Again, welcome, and I look forward to your future reactions. Along with Nightwish, you might consider the bands... EPICA, THE WARNING, LOVEBITES, BAND MAID, and of course many others. Have Fun!! My ears are!!☺☺☺

[@hellen__1]

Hello a Nightwish fan here from the Netherlands. Thank you for uploading this great song from Nightwish. And Floor our Valkyrie queen can do so much more .it will blow you away. Realy do hope that you will do more of them. Follow Gabriels list .🤘

[@Thundermuscle]

theye been around since 1995. Amy Lee as good as she is is nowhere near the level Floor Jansens at. Prepare for the Nightwish army.

[@Pikobyte]

Is like comparing a sparrow to a dragon 🤣

[@mpainter22]

We are here

[@carriepybus8929]

We are many.

[@markclements7767]

WE ARE EVERYWHERE! 😁

[@paulhazley3112]

Nightwish army UK division signing in 🤘

[@HH-hd7nd]

0:40 Northern Germany. As for the pronounciaction - in German the letter w is pronounced as you would pronounce a v, while the German v is pronounced like a slightly softer version of the letter F. The crowd is about 82000 people strong. As for Wacken itself - it's a small village in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany's northernmost state. Once per year it houses the Wacken Open Air, the world's largest anual metal festival (except for 2020 and 2021 due to Covid). During the festival the entire village becomes involved in some way or another. 12:12 It's called Symphonic Metal. Some of the most notable Symphonic Metal bands alongside Nightwish are Epica, Within Temptation and Xandria. Edit: The Bull symbol you noticed has nothing to do with Nightwish btw, that's the symbol of the Wacken Open Air.

[@galadballcrusher8182]

You forgot one of the pioneers and pillars of symphonic metal : Therion

[@okiejohn3925]

Try "Storytime" next from the same concert. A different vibe, but just as amazing!

[@redguern]

Great reaction, your lives won't be the same now you have met Floor and Nightwish. Now you need to react to Epica.

[@elvwood]

Great reaction, you showed it all on your faces! And yes, they are amazing live. This is, I think, the best performance to introduce NW to newcomers (at least for most people) - it shows off their stage presence and a little of their versatility, and the cinematography's great so you're not distracted by poor editing or sound quality. Check out Gabriel's list for more...

[@grahambatchelor3576]

Nightwish Army, Indonesian Regiment reporting for duty! GLS is THE introduction to Nightwish even though it is 10 years old. You'll find a complete range of songs from the band with the world's best female singer at the front. Look no further.

[@josejimenez-nn6me]

Hello guys WELCOME TO THE BEST OF THE BEST our VALKIRIE GODDESS FLOOR show you how great the great this journey can be an ARMY be with you every step CHEERS AND LOVE FROM NIGHTWISH ARMY COSTA RICA DIVISIÓN 🤘💀🇨🇷

[@ericbraun4652]

Thanks for a great reaction! If you continue listening to Nightwish you'll come to realize that Floor is a dragon to Amy's mouse. Floor is without peer.

[@jbmanwe]

Hi! Gabriel, the general of the Nightwish army has been summoned and he'll provide you with a guide if you want to continue the path of Nightwish reactions. The army does not want to impose you what to do, it's just a help for new reactors. Welcome to our jorney and we hope you continue with us ❤

[@frenkwd1]

Hello 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.

[@Duskwind_]

Welcome to Nightwish my friends! This song might remind you of Evanescence, but the band is so much more. Make no mistake, they are a metal band, and they go much harder than this. Floor had been singing in metal bands for over 15 years at this point. She started at age 16 in After Forever and went on to form the band ReVamp before joining Nightwish. Much love from the Nightwish army New York 🤗

[@morbiouslenoir]

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! You're not ready! Nightwish Army Central Florida Black Company reporting for duty!

[@michelleponzio]

Always great to see you in the comments, morbious

[@FromG2eminor]

They are best live...it's crazy. The fans are but an appendage of the band. They work off each other. Do Storytime next. Same concert. There are no bad songs. 😊

[@kezca]

Welcome to the magical world of nightwish best live band on the planet imho x more soon please.

[@javadan]

Welcome aboard! This is the best band, with the best singer, on the planet.

[@irenehabes-quene2839]

I think I’ve watched this for the thousandth time and I still get chills on those last notes!

[@Sidistic_Atheist]

I love all these type of reactions. Especially when they're educated, into realising that NOT all great bands and Music. Come from over the pond or from here in the UK.

[@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!! Welcome aboard 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 every time . Sensory overload….and Floorgasms..NW style!!

[@jandirkvanleeuwen]

A warm welcome to the magical world of Nightwish. This is something special. Nightwish is something special. They are a group of magical mesmerising musical magicians. Take your time and try to understand that you are looking at a registration of 10 years ago. How would you feel being at a performance of Nightwish?? Let them amaze you time and time again. Enjoy the ride. Greetings from the Netherlands 🇳🇱 🤘🫡

[@markartruc2660]

You’ve only just begun your Nightwish journey and the amazing world of Floor Jansen 👍

[@randymarple9830]

Looks like The Nightwish Army has taken a liking to you all. Read as many of the comments as possible. It is the best way to learn about the band. Storytime would be a good second reaction. As you react to the 15 songs from the 2013 Wacken concert, all are different, all are great, and none were written for Floors voice, as she was a replacement singer(mid world tour) and had only been with the band for 10 months. It didn't matter. She nailed them all!!

[@lazyhominid]

The song is 20 years old. It was released on Once, in 2004. This recording is 10 years old. And awesome. :)

[@Mars-is4un]

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

[@damienmaynard8892]

"Vacken" in Germany. 2000 people normally live there, there were 82,000 there for this 2013 Festival! This gig was a once-in-a-decade or even century! Any track will be awesome! More, please!? What Gabriel said, below! Nightwish Army, Blue Mountains Corps, Australia. Nighwish since 1996. (edit: this song was released on their 2004 album "Once" with the original singer!)

[@markoruotsalainen5480]

Poets of the fall - Angel ( alexander theatre) is another amazing song with out of this world voice. By the way...Great reaction 😊

[@joeyc630]

Floor Jansen the Dutch goddess of metal ❤

[@paisa20]

Welcome to Nightwish, thanks from Colombia

[@tenaseesherry]

I can’t begin to know how many times I have listened to Ghost Love Score and it still gets me. Love me some Amy Lee but dear lady can’t hold a candle to my Floor. 🙏🏻❤️🥰

[@Pirate103]

Welcome to the worldwide Nightwish family. Enjoy Floor’s and the fantastic bands music

[@moimeme8827]

and this is only the tip of the iceberg ! Nightwish is an incredible band, the best of symphonic metal and Floor, the goddess Floor, can sing everything. She can sing the phone book and give you goosebumps ! After your journey with Nightwish, you can take a look at Epica (symphonic metal too). "Sancta Terra" from the live retrospect in a great duet with Floor or a good beginning is "Consign to Oblivion (live in Paris)".

[@kungsverige1886]

Nice reaction guys and welcome to Nightwish army

[@bobsuisse2]

Hey Jordan & Amanda. Welcome to the magical world of Symphonic Metal and Nightwish. And yes, you have seen nothing yet. 😅 GLS is always the beginning of an incredible journey with mindblowing songs and shows. And yes NW is still on tour, still huge outside the US and still composing unbelievable art. 🎉 The problem for US reactors is the fact that your industry doesn't support bands outside your country except from the UK. so you are missing a lot of fantastic and successful bands like Nightwish, Epica, Ayreon, Sabaton, Blind Guardian, Jinjer etc. Bands you maybe will explore on your journey and will leave you with the question: under which rock you have been all the years 😂😂😂. And don't be mad about the Amy Lee comments. Amy is fantastic, Evenesence the only band known in the US which is kind of similar to NW at the first look. So most of the reactors mentioned Amy after the first listen. But they are completly different. Floor is the powerhouse of female vocalists in this universe. This, you will find out, too and it will blow your mind again. So please stay on the road. Explore Nightwish. And if you have time check out Epica for example. Fantastic one to start: "Code of Life" live at AFAS. And yes, well known in Europe, not popular in the US. What a big fail again 😊

[@michelleponzio]

Nightwish Army, NJ Division reporting for duty. You can't go wrong with General Gabriel's guide. Every song is unique, yet all shows how version everyone is, especially our Valkrie Goddess

[@Marco-Conner]

the North German Division of the Nightwish Army reports !! We are there. special greetings to the General of the Army > Gabriel Bardac < (in your comments) and of course the rest of the Nightwish army and the sabaton family The Bande Vocals : Floor Jansen Bass,Vocals : Marco Hietala Guitar : Emppu Vuorinen Keyboards,Songwriting. : Tuomas Holopainen Uilleann Pipes : Troy Donockley Drums :1-Jukka Nevalainen until 2013 /and then 2-Kai Hahto.

[@Bonovin]

Wellcome to the magical music of Nightwish. Greetings from nwAse Sweden