Floor Jansen about Tuomas' songwriting for Nightwish

[@brianwillson9567]

Tuomas is a lucky man. To have a singer who can adapt to anything he writes, and to have the talent to write anything he wants to.

[@justinchristoph3725]

I read once that someone said (not sure if it's true) he said if Floor leaves the band he will disband Nightwish.

[@brianwillson9567]

@@justinchristoph3725 yes, I believe there is a Tuomas comment to the effect ‘no Floor, no Nightwish’.

[@MilesDashing]

@@justinchristoph3725 I can confirm that. It was in an interview discussing Marco's departure from the band. He said if Floor leaves, he's done. But it wasn't clear if he was trying to say Floor was more important to the band than Marco, or if Floor leaving would be the last straw.

[@johnpolitis7929]

@@MilesDashing I hope that happens. 'No Tarja, No Nightwish.'

[@johnpolitis7929]

@brianwillson9567 How about 'No Tarja, no Nightwish' instead!

[@bronwen4693]

I heard Shoemaker live earlier this month.. I put my phone away and while i would have loved to get it on video, i do not regret the awe of being fully present in the moment.. it was unbelievable

[@petrikoukkula9066]

Likewise. I felt the chills creep all over my body. Incredible performance for incredible song!

[@ACGmusic0117]

Agreed. I've never got emotional at a metal show before. Listening to Shoemaker live is life changing.

[@robcreel4257]

That's the best way to enjoy a Nightwish concert. Put the phone away. Enjoy!

[@mikatu]

As in any concert, the phone should be always away. I take one or two photos to keep as a memory, but I am there to enjoy, not to pretend to be a music director making crappy videos no one is going to watch.

[@bronwen4693]

@@mikatu my first concert was Dream Theater and I took a video and realized it was useless bc all I did was cheer and not hold the phone steady 😆 had a much better time living in the moment!

[@PsychicAlchemy]

Tuomas is a legendary composer. I met him briefly after a concert in my teens and felt such awe standing before someone who could stir such emotion in me. I only wish I'd been in a position to continue pursuing musical studies more diligently when I was younger. Never too late, eh?

[@tasteofjinx]

Never too late!! I’m almost 30 and I just went back to school for my undergrad in music. Go for it :) thank you for sharing such a touching story about your moment with Tuomas.

[@PsychicAlchemy]

@@tasteofjinx That's great to hear! I studied piano for several years as a kid but never got into advanced theory. Hopefully my new hurdy gurdy will be my gateway back into it. :D

[@mohaawwkk]

NEVER too late!

[@irynafox3593]

Floor is one of the most beautiful humans on the planet. I was lucky to see her perform in Denver

[@petrospolias2609]

How fortunate our generation is (I'm in my early 40ies) that this amazing singer (best female singer of the 21st century,in my opinion), has met and work together with this uniquely gifted composer. I mean, what a Perfect Combination they are together. Keep going guys Greetings from Greece 🇬🇷

[@kevinforeman5883]

She is best singer on the planet

[@nightwisherr1]

Try Manuela Kraller

[@Newbihno]

@@nightwisherr1 Checked - NOPE!

[@pedjavukmirovic6770]

@@nightwisherr1 naaah not even close

[@mailen5187]

Agree, and Tuomas is the best composer in the planet. They are such a match made in Heaven 🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@Harolddespui]

@@nightwisherr1 Don't come up with singers who master one or two styles. Floor masters ALL styles. I haven't heard a female singer yet who can do the same on the same very high level.

[@laudatosiadastra1218]

Floor´s eyes light right up when talking about Tuomas and his amazing song writing.

[@benbermusics]

This is not so much about who is best. It is about generosity, giving credit to another person who has a gift. Being so creative in an almost continuous flow, giving joy to the performing artist as wel as to us, the listeners. ❤️

[@MilesDashing]

There are singers who are better on technique, like Simone Simons and Dianne von Giersbergen, but the most important thing by far is the ability to emotionally connect with an audience. Floor is obviously REALLY good at that, since so many people love her (and some of them a little too much).

[@flemmingstergaard4690]

Her praise is so warranted and true

[@robertcrockford376]

Tuomas and Floor best music duo in music today by far

[@FilPol-yu1es]

FLOOR..is this Gorgeous, Powerhouse Voice with so much Artistry. And she'st has a gracious, interesting personality too 💫

[@andyohil7465]

Toumas and Floor = Fantastic 👍🏆

[@MrFrikkenfrakken]

I would find it interesting to be around an artist not only so creative but over so many years and multiple genres.

[@frankmerris8821]

what did FLOOR say i could not stop staring at those beautiful eyes

[@Dreamweaver1963]

she has such a good understanding of him and I think this is why she is able to help him bring his music to the world.

[@northof4912]

I love your interviews. You like to play up like your asking “dumb” questions but they are nothing but, and they always get your subjects to stop, think and really give you insightful comments on what you are asking about. And they all seem to really respect you! Keep up the good work!

[@robcreel4257]

Even Floor is in awe talking about the Maestro!

[@Cherlindrea99]

No. Especially Floor is in awe talking about the Maestro. With her modesty and respect for the people around her, and... probably understanding the musical mastermind of Tuomas more then anyone else. You're right; she's kind of a genius herself 😁

[@scottsmith4933]

I don't think that the world will really understand what a "metal Mozart" it had until after Tuomas is gone. The Nightwish army knows, but alas the world does not.

[@jaanahedemaki6993]

Ofcourse she is.She is depending on Tuomas like the rest of the band. Main part of her career is depending on Tuomas.

[@fredverkerk838]

@@jaanahedemaki6993 in 2012 nightwish was depending on floor , her career was very good with , after for ever en revamp , also her solo work , sold out in minutes

[@ACGmusic0117]

@@jaanahedemaki6993 she doesn't depend on anyone. Nightwish would be nothing without her. Tuomas even admits that.

[@tomnagel5769]

Tuomas is by far the greatest musical composer of our life time. and will take his place among all the great composer's known to history

[@Windaros]

He's a great songwriter who writes beautiful music, but by far the greatest musical composer of our time? There are so many great composers nowadays, like John Williams, Thomas Bergersen, Hans Zimmer and John Powell who can rival Tuomas in many aspects. Nightwish is a band with many talented people, and while Tuomas lays the foundations, the final product is definitely a team effort

[@tomnagel5769]

@@Windaros Agreed but i was only speaking from my heart. As far as I have heard nightwish developed symphonic metal music. This genre of music is new and fresh to me it has been a long time since I have heard good new progressive rock music. Also epica just blows my mind.Thanks for chatting you have a great day

[@schoolingdiana9086]

I agree. We are blessed he didn’t go into entomology.

[@N3r0ThlHeavyMetal]

@@tomnagel5769 They made it popular, they didnt develop it. And the band is now just a shell of what it once was. Its not even symphonic metal anymore.

[@tomnagel5769]

@@N3r0ThlHeavyMetal well like that's your opinion man I hope you have a beautifully safe wonderful day

[@blank557]

Like peanut butter and chocolate, this is a rare lifetime alignment of gifted people, who individually are brilliant on their own, coming together to combine their talents to make even greater music. We are lucky to be here to hear them.

[@Rackelhane]

Amazing woman!!❤️

[@leinadhertz1989]

For me, Floor is by far the best choice for Nightwish. The reason for this is that Floor sings with incredible versatility. There are very, very few singers in the world who are as extremely versatile as this woman. But that doesn't mean that I automatically think Tarja or Anette are bad singers. Absolutely not, its just the fact that they doesn't manage to fill the range like Floor. Floor Jansen is unique and a phenomenon. It can hardly be described in words, you just feel it. And as an added bonus, she is also extremely likeable and warm-hearted as a human being. Simply a perfect mix.

[@MichaelTilton]

Seeing her dance in LA a week ago was FANTASTIC. I wanted to dance on stage with the band too. THAT is why we go to live performances.

[@islgrl292]

What a gr8, empathic woman, beyond the best all around singer out there today.

[@pourlesconneries966]

She is so so so beautifull, what a smile, i'm in love with her. Love you Floor.

[@danray104]

She could read the ingredients on a cereal box and id still be glued to her words. Her voice and her charisma are magnetic

[@milton1448]

These two are a match made in heaven.

[@erikzurcher5528]

Generally, I don't like confirmation bias but I gladly make an exception for Floor

[@aldopagani1981]

I send my love to you Floor ❤🇮🇹

[@Joanafandrade]

I just hope Tuomas makes her life even more difficult in the next album with the vocals. She is so capable of doing such great things with her voice...

[@LeonGreen77]

like what, for example? Because if we extrapolate that question to "I want" would it be listening to her sing opera? or listen to her sing only gutturals? That is why it is incomprehensible when many "fans" shout "they are wasting their voice" and that contrasts with Floor's own opinion when she says that "this album, and some songs, was quite challenging vocally" so that understand with that? that "fans" don't know what they listen to or have "selective" listening and aren't able to understand the "everything" about what Nichtwish presents on stage and on their albums. Anyway...

[@benbermusics]

Johanna, I get your point. Floor was happy to be challenged with the HN songs. But I would also be happy to hear her inspired by beautiful lyrics and wonderful melodies that are less of a challenge and flow easier!

[@evilme1752]

ok, that made me giggle haha, nice comment and, i hope the same lol, them 2 together can honestly accomplish ANYTHING and not just anything but the GREATEST of anything :D

[@survivorbest4589]

It would be amazing but the set list is already so tough. Floor is amazing but even the greatest voices can be destroyed on tour if its too intense on her voice, vocal cords are sensitive

[@dreamflight5637]

@@LeonGreen77 When i first heard H/N I thought Floor isnt really challenged at all, maybe noise and shoemaker. Then I listened to it again and again and I realized how complex this thing is .... She can sing sustained D6, but this is something else. It is brilliant.

[@foh8501]

The Best Female Voice In The World Wonderful On Stage In The Best Band In The World Nightwish

[@techlume7611]

I feel like the luckiest human in life being fortune to listen to Nightwish and even the best musicians in the same band.

[@ViniciusAlves-sm3cn]

i love you !!!!!!!!!

[@vostaserova3610]

Thank you! Where the whole interview could be found?

[@FaceCulture]

Here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXmnmmR9mb19fbs

[@evvk8865]

Floor is a beautiful and smart woman.

[@benjaminniem8605]

I think I am in l❤️ve!

[@LawMom6]

I'm so glad she singled out How's the Heart because it exactly echos my feelings about that song.

[@rennleisaber3371]

i absolutely love that string of lyrics, "Come on in, the fire's warm , dull the blade and dance some more" like the way they sing it especially is so welcoming and warm. it reaches out to you and encourages you to join along, to hum that sing-songy melody. i second your statement in total :)

[@gregjetnikoff7124]

I am sometimes astounded that the combination of Tuomas and Floor is not banned under the Nuclear proliferation treaties...or Biological Weapons treaties...

[@margaretsnewtoylynnparks5336]

Is it just me or!? Who else could keep up with him! His mind (music abilities ) is so RAPID!!!!!! His head space is so busy! ! !

[@gitarman666]

Damn, Floors english is better than mine and I was born and raised here in the US Nightwish toured here Philly a few years ago less than an hour from my house and I had no idea there were even here The US music scene sucks

[@schneevongestern9898]

Its a proof of quality and complexity when a singer of floors level says omg you have no idea how difficult this is to sing.

[@Kelsi_the_lamentation]

🖤🤘🔥

[@chaosorder1208]

does he start with the lyrics first or is it the melody?

[@aegonthedragon6341]

Watch the first few episodes of this series and you'll get an idea of how is his creative process. He mentions seeing each song as a short film in his mind and he starts hearing in his head the melody that accompanies said story, every instrument. So I would say music comes first to him but maybe some lyrics are written before the melody as well some times. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHOUeqV3bauqqLs

[@grantharriman284]

Even she knows Shoemaker is supposed to be impossible. The fact that it sounds easy when she sings it is an affront to all reasonable composition.

[@joncolunga673]

I think it's kind of cute how when she talks about Tuomas her accent kind of changes ever so slightly to his accent. Or Am I just hearing things?

[@nevermore5168]

It's the real life "Phantom of the opera" Christine and the maestro!

[@janvanrenselaar5998]

scott search for floor jansen en henk poort. this is from a dutch tv program. they preform the phantom of the opera song. in my opinion the best phantom song ever. It gives me goosebumps everytime. And i don,t even like that kind of music.

[@nevermore5168]

@@janvanrenselaar5998 seen it thank you🙂

[@evilme1752]

my fear has been laid to rest, Human Nature is NOT their last album and wow, has it been 2 years? i heard it the first day it came out, i thought it was this year, dang i sleep a lot xD

[@roseshauf7585]

She's one of them

[@OJB42]

Obviously the female singers are important for the band, but Tuomas is just as much the critical factor with his brilliant song writing.

[@jaanahedemaki6993]

Singer can be replaced.Creator and maker can't.Rest of the band is depending on Tuomas. If Tuomas doesn't write for Nightwish the there is no Nightwish anymore.Simple concept.

[@OJB42]

@@jaanahedemaki6993 Yes, sure, I totally agree: Tuomas *is* Nightwish, despite all the attention Floor gets, but they do need an exceptional singer as well. The band didn't work so well with Anette, for example.

[@jaanahedemaki6993]

@@OJB42 For example Nightwish worked just fine with Anette for 5 years. Why do you need to belittle any Nightwish singer in a favor to another?It is not a competition. First you praise Tuomas and then you are questioning Nightwish's singer choices. 👀

[@OJB42]

@@jaanahedemaki6993 Look at the reaction videos and comments from fans. Annette is not considered to be as good a fit for the band as the others. No belittling; just an opinion shared by many.

[@jaanahedemaki6993]

@@OJB42 I'm not part of the "army." I'm not here to judge any Nightwish singer. That's a no go. I don't keep that negativity alive, like many do.As they like to call it an "opinion." Anette was chosen from over 2000 auditions by Nightwish. They wanted her. She wasn't let go because she was a bad singer. Nightwish singers are professionals.They know their strenght and weaknesses. They (Anette and Tarja ) don't deserve all these amateur judges to judge them after years and years they are gone from the band. Nightwish's fanbase online is sad because it's divided by which singer one prefers. That is disrespecting the band because the band chose them all. Experts on the comments section sure know what's best for Nightwish and they have a burning need to express their "criticism" whenever an opportunity comes. "Army" also likes to dictate reactions.There are wrong versions of Nightwish songs. 👀 It's quite embarrassing..Contrary to the popular believe Nightwish isn't about the perfect performance. (Tuomas said so and it makes sense since they are humans) I don't care if Anette fucked up some performances and whatnots. She-on her own part-kept my favorite band going for five years and it wasn't an easy job.For that alone she has deserved my respect as a Nightwish singer and that is far more important than some live performances that people are "criticizing" her for. But I respect Nightwish's legacy.

[@stimpsonjcat67]

How's the heart is inches from Gethsemane. And you know it, Tuomas.

[@KingofEllandRoad]

The vocals might be challenging for tog Floor but you make seem like the easiest thing in the world , effortless cannot be used enough to describe your singing

[@lilitaengelpi2490]

😁😆😂

[@yamiimax]

Nightwish have great melodies but they lack of solos and the old Neoclassical stuff it started after Tarja left just don't get me Still listen to Tarja nightwish from time to time

[@abhirupnaskar4666]

Well,...indirectly Tuomas is the second W.Shakespeare of this era.

[@criticalthinking8319]

where is Tarja these days?

[@mademoisellecaroline6729]

❤only adore Tarja. Sorry.

[@TheWaldoking]

Why sorry

[@Crystal-go8vh]

So eine tolle Frau. Möge sie ewig leben.