Mike & Ginger React to NIGHTWISH - The Islander (Live at Tampere)

[@pekkakarppinen1608]

This is so beautiful. Marko is so good, that he has world's best singer as a backup singer. How about that?😅. More Marko: "While your lipps are still red" and "High hopes".

[@qayaki]

Yes. I agree. Wembley live and End of an Era live. And maybe some day Master Passion Greed.

[@maggaw9869]

More Marko in Raskasta joulua- Tulkoon Joulu.

[@RandallMorris222]

There's a very beautiful version of Floor and Marco singing "Ave Maria" together at a Christmas concert in Finland. I think you would love it. Also, the Nightwish cover of Pink Floyd's "High Hopes" features Marco and it's magnificent!

[@ralfmeyer9086]

Yep Christmas Time coming, and then Floor and Markos Ave Maria..awesome

[@Vigilanis]

Beautiful reaction to a beautiful song, "While your lips are still red" and the Pink Floyd song they cover on the End of an Era Dvd - "High Hopes" is a real showcase - both great Marco moments :) Keep up the great work.

[@pantlessreactions]

Can't agree more on "High Hopes", such an amazing tribute to Pink Floyd

[@Mind-your-own-beeswax]

You can see by Floors smile how much she loves being a backup for Marko on this track. Stunning track and there’s nothing they can’t do as a band.

[@brewswillis9783]

Marco and The Nightweasels. LOL

[@jamesschwarz007]

And I love how Floor and the rest of the band welcome him back on the main stage.

[@amax1229]

Her smile at the end of Last Ride of the Day (Wacken), her smile here, and her sigh at the end of My Walden (Tampere) always warms my heart. 🤘🕊❤️

[@Rusaarules]

He also hit a note (forgot what it was) that she apparently did not expect him to follow through with at the end which is also why she's so happy.

[@stevegray1308]

What a break in the middle of a metal set, and fancy having Floor as a backing singer.

[@MikeandGinger]

That IS fancy! 😁 - G

[@nicod1361]

@@MikeandGinger here's another good one : Nightwish - Alone (Heart Cover) : kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXqVpKKgqtuhqLs and Floor's 1st band : After Forever - Alone (Heart Cover) : kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6HbgH6rmqpglZI cheers :)

[@eddiecreutzburg7375]

@@MikeandGinger Yes it is . Kiss, while your lips are still red ( Wembley Arena) is also beautiful. The Viking and the Goddess singing together.... hmmm

[@Team-YingYang]

@@MikeandGinger Here is a very special one. This one is Marco and Floor singing "Ave Maria". Very very beautiful version when 2 titans like Marco and Floor perform such a classic song. Another Nightwish song with Marco more in front is "While your lips are still red" Live at Wembley Arena. This as well shows off the beautiful special voice of Marco.

[@darkiee69]

Just look at Markos smile when the rest of the band joins in. And it's pronounced Tam-pe-re. You'll see more of Markos double neck bass and guitar later on. And the part tat isn't subtitled he says something like "If i sing the chorus, will you sing it with me?" Marko wrote the music, but it didn't fit in with what he did with his own band Tarot. Tuomas heard him play it, liked it, and wrote the lyrics for it.

[@572Btriode]

A Finnish speaker told me that Marko said ""If I play the chorus, you will sing along? You will? OK, then we'll do it!" but there are multiple ways of translating the Finnish.

[@johto]

@@572Btriode Yes. Thats accurate.

[@572Btriode]

@@johto Thank you, it's what I saved for the occasions reactors and people are wondering what was said. I also understand that Finnish is a fiendishly difficult language to learn.

[@marinaandersson4381]

Thank you! "While your lips are still red", Wembley Arena😍, please!

[@chadbennett7873]

It just isn't fair that every member of Nightwish can reach into your chest and touch your heart. It is so easy to fall in love with each member of the band, but I believe it's because they love each other so much ... as a family should. Check out the look on Floor's face as Marko is walking back, the pride in her "older Brother" radiates from her. Just as his does for her in their Ava Maria 2019 performance, where he puts his head on her shoulder. Marko, you are loved far beyond what you can know - we all wish you the peace and contentment you are seeking, but we'd still like to have you around to show you.

[@goldy7678]

Nightwish is FULL of surprises! I knew you guys would like that one. I've shed a tear for a few myself now and again...it's normal.

[@svolos1971]

That's right! Warwick Infinity 4-string at the top and Framus Pantera at the bottom...just because he is Markko. He could front any band. Him and Troy always get overlooked due to Floor's charisma and personality in live performances and Tuoma's bigger than life composition. Markko's real strength is in his ability to check his ego aside and serve the music and the song. The same goes for all of them but Markko (and Troy and Empu for that matter) deserve a special mention in this respect.

[@banderezztonylapore9493]

The islander is on of the few Nightwish songs that was written primarily by Marco with a little aid from Tuomas lyrically. It isn’t a old song as it was written shortly before Nightwish’s 2005 release Dark Passion Play. But the song is definitely reminiscent of a sea shanty and strongly draws on finish folk music for inspiration. Marco and Tuomas both have folk influences...

[@herby4911]

It’s part of their regular catalog. Imho the variety of the songs and within their songs is what Nightwish makes so great.

[@justdave9610]

One thing I love about Nightwish is the diversity to their music. Lovely reaction and one of myself favorite Marko songs is the live cover of Pink Floyd's song high hopes.

[@onslaughtx8309]

In your Ghost Love Score reaction, I remember Mike mentioning metal really wasn't his style of music. To watch him slowly but surely delve into these symphonic metal bands has been such a joy. Ginger's reaction to this song is shared by so many of us when we listen to this beautiful song. Thank you for the joy you bring. One of Nightwish's songs that tends to go a little unnoticed is "While your lips are still red". With the chaos in the world right now, it'd be a song worth taking a peek at when your schedule allows. Stay safe :)

[@MikeandGinger]

We definitely will! Thank you 🙏🏻 -G

[@fjnw]

@@MikeandGinger I second that, and I would suggest to add Endlessness from the new Human Nature album

[@Zoey-K-1]

Marko and Tuomas wrote that song, so it’s not as old as it sounds. You should also watch Marko sing While Your Lips Are Still Red live at Wembley...that one will cause tears, as well.

[@davidstephen6753]

Nightwish are just so wonderful. Every member is important and the variety of their music is breathtaking. Lovely reaction!

[@derrickparran]

Whenever I listen to the Islander i feel like I'm on vacation. Marco is magical. All hail Floor!!

[@crashq8784]

I love the open hearted smile Marko has when the bandmates kick back in - then this song gives you a kick in the feels! Amazing.

[@MikeandGinger]

Same - G

[@Idefixu]

MARKO!!!👍👍 Marko's composition, lyrics by Tuomas.

[@MustaLaatta]

True...

[@MikeandGinger]

Beautiful 🥰 - G

[@00Jess_M]

Nightwish has such a range of styles. They can do heavy, symphonic, folky or even celtic. They basically have something for every mood you're in. And now you know why I not just love Nightwish but Marko in particular. What a great thing it is to have two singers who can do that to you. Convey so much emotion and do whatever they want with their voices. And on top of it we now have Troy as a third singer with a totally different sound. If you wanna check out his voice I recommend "Harvest". And for more Marko "Endlessness". That one got me teared up a number of times which doesn't happen to me often, but it's kind of Marko's specialty when I think about it now. Something in his tone. Both songs are from the latest album and so different but so beautiful.

[@YESTERWYNDE]

No matter how they perform, it is always breathtaking and also sound like Nightwish. While your lips are still red (Wembley 2015 i think) or high hopes (pink floyd cover End of an aera concert) Marco lead vocals or Hows the heart acoustic version from Planet Rock with Floor, Troy and one acoustic guitar.

[@TxFlyBoy1]

Thank you for the perfect reaction to this performance. May you enjoy many more just as fervently. Loved it!

[@neonman855]

Imagine having Floor as a backup when singing?! The treat!

[@josejesuscontrerassalazar9140]

I love how Floor looks so happy and proud of Marko at the end.

[@MikeandGinger]

She really seems like the sweetest lady. I just love her - G

[@MiguelLopez-is9te]

🤘❤🤘 It's so wonderful to see you react to Marko singing. Truly enjoyed your reaction. So many new Nightwish fans tend to forget that Nightwish had 15 years of great success before Floor was asked to join. They have so much great music they made before 2012. Marko has been in the Metal music scene since 1984 and it was so great when he joined Nightwish in 2001.🤘

[@RolandDeschain1]

Marco also wrote an amazing song called 'The Crow, The Owl and the Dove' that I'd love to hear them do live some time.

[@harryschonfeld8175]

Most other bands can only wish in the night for one world-class singer. Nightwish have two.

[@thekillingtomat]

What I love about this song is that it not only shows of how good of a singer Marko is but also that he's an amazing guitarist.

[@MikeandGinger]

Too right 👍🏻 - G

[@robquince3076]

What I love about this is that floor was a perfect backing singer and never outshone marko👌👌👍👏x

[@Mistrabbit]

Besides being a FANTASTIC song, I've always loved the visual element of this particular performance. Marco standing at the end of the runway, alone but surrounded by a sea of adoring fans, just adds to the entire feeling of the vocals. And then, the rest of the band (the "weasels") show up to lend their support on the main stage, almost as if calling from the shore. It always hits me so hard.

[@petervandieren]

My favorite Nightwish song is Ghost River. Great harmonies between Marco and Floor.

[@evaDrepuS]

Ginger's face when he started singing said it all.

[@joeyc785]

Nightwish Pink Floyd high hopes cover, awesome awesome thanks 😊Marco. Thanks 😊

[@joshuaburba2905]

Your reaction was how I reacted the first time I heard this. I was like, "Holy cow, this guy has an amazing voice." May I also suggest you check out a band called Liliac, if you haven't already. I think you'll be quite impressed, especially considering their ages. Take care.

[@jord001]

Just so you know, its absolutely fine to shed a tear. I do all the time listening to this lot. Brilliant!!

[@einstfr]

love all emotions in the face of ginger ... so beautiful

[@MrHws5mp]

Nice one guys - knew you'd love this one. The joke in the fandom is that Marco is the only person in the world allowed to wear a T-shirt that says: "FLOOR JANSEN IS (sometimes) MY BACKUP SINGER" :-) . Marco wrote the tune to this, but he felt is wasn't right for his band Tarot, so he gave it to Nightwish and Tuomas wrote the words to it. IIRC, this is the song for which they first hired Troy to play pipes, something that turned out to be a spectacularly good decision, given that he subsequently joined the band and introduced Tuomas to both Richard Dawkins' work (which inspired the Endless Forms Most Beautiful album) and to Johanna Kurkela, whom Tuomas subsequently married! Other Marco singing highlights: Kiss While Your Lips Are Still Red (Wembley 2015): romantic ballad High Hopes (Pink Floyd cover) Isani Aani ('My Father's Voice' - solo project)

[@music2seeconcertphotograph457]

Just to confirm all the suggestions for „High Hopes“: One of the best covers ever with an incredible Marco

[@andrewswift7917]

Great reactions guys, another amazing song featuring vocals by marko is kiss whilst your lips are still red. Check out the live at wembley version.

[@liesjedegie1001]

I totaly agree!!!!!

[@Enderu666]

'While your lips are still red' is the title of the song.

[@andrewswift7917]

@@Enderu666 oh how terrible i got the title wrong

[@kimfabritiusdetengnagel2038]

Great reaction from you both, and no Nightwish song are alike as you suspect already now. I would suggest you follow up on this one with some more ballads, showing all 3 singers currently in Nightwish: Kiss while your lips are still red, Wembley 2015 (Marco and Floor) Sleeping Sun, Tampere 2015 (Floor grabs 24.000) The Carpenter, Buenos Aires 2018 (Troy and Floor) My Walden, Tampere 2015 (Troy and Floor doing Celtics) Last of the Wild, Wacken 2013 - instrumental, Troy leads on Illeuan pipe, celtic - just great great music. And then just go back to Wacken 2013, and follow the setlist - that concert are legendary. Floor had only been in Nightwish for 10 months and none of songs were written to her, but she made them her own. When you move on to Wembley and Tampere concerts in 2015, more of the songs were written to her voice - the band had evolved. The Decades album / Buenos Aires 2018 is a tour down the memory lane, in Floor's interpretation of the old songs and great great music. The newest are written especially for all 3 singers - a masterpiece - and the first time Floor really got challenged - and she loved it. Unfortunately still only as studio - except one that you must do as a double session, starting with the official "How is the Heart" from the album and then do the acoustic version from Planet Rock Radio with Floor and Troy playing a kind of live. Extremely difficult song where Floor really are using her voice toolbox - and no wonder why Troy calls her voice "Stratospheric" - look at his face in the end - and he is used to play with her!!! You have lots of fun and joy coming your way 😉 🤘 🤘 🤘 Greetings from Denmark 🇩🇰 👍

[@MrFrikkenfrakken]

Great reaction guys, if you want to see the music video for this song check it out, Anette is the vocalist and it really is a well shot vid.

[@NicholasCorvin]

*The official music video to "The Islander" is 100% worth a reaction.*

[@damianvc31]

Very justified tears there. This performance of this beautiful song is just perfect

[@MikeandGinger]

Agreed. - G

[@Lycan7178]

What a beautiful song, he's an incredible singer

[@pekroll2467]

what a wonderful response again. it is a pleasure to watch your reactions on Nightwish. Another emotionol song ? Floor and Marko singing Ave Maria. Floor is pregnant at that show and also sings holly night in Finnish solo 😘

[@sindhatal7038]

Yeah ! Try "While your lips are Still red" !!!

[@Shamankzn]

That one has a way of hitting you right in the feels, it gets me too :D Thanks for another great reaction!

[@TheStefan6969]

🤘🤘❤🤘🤘😁✌🏼🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Fantastic again Ginger and Mike!!!! Such a pleasure watching with you two!!

[@MikeandGinger]

Thank you ❤️ - G

[@peterliddle4546]

Great reaction. Marco just adds a different element to Nightwish. seeing as Tuomas writes mots of Nightwish songs . Marco had input in this song writing process. That's why it's his time to shine. You can react to this or watch in your own time. For Floor this was an emotional show , Her parents were guests. And gives you gues insight into Floor Jansen , her beginnings... Floor Jansen - (English&Finnish Subtitles) Interview and Reportage From Tampere [De Reunie](NPO 1 kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGSxepmrZdapqsk

[@korvkioskshelvete]

While Your Lips Are Still Red with Marco singing is even more beautiful

[@ciskavandevijver2355]

the videoclip of this song is also very beautiful.love it that you also see songs that are not only from Floor or them together. Marko has a great voice..you can also watch Marko and Floor singing "Ave Maria". it is amazing, knowing that Ginger loves opera music ..check it out and react. You will love it. greetings again from the netherlands.

[@escape081]

This song is off of Dark Passion Play, which is one of the two Anette records. Check out Master Passion Greed, arguably the heaviest song they’ve ever recorded and sung entirely by Marko.

[@Melody-sc3mp]

Marko has a wonderful song that he did on his own named ......Song of my Father.... done in both english and finnish that you would enjoy also the band he shares with his brother .....Tarot ...has a great video for their song... Wings of Darkness....where you get a little of Marko's humor at the beginning

[@watchtheskies]

Hi Mike Ginger, the music for this song was written mostly by Marko, the lyrics by Tuomas, it featured on their 2007 album Dark Passion Play

[@Erkki146]

If you look at the official video of this song, you'll see him playing a guitar, that could easily be 500 years old.

[@christinaalgate4899]

I liked Floor clapping and smiling as Marco games back. I love how much they have fun with each other. Marco will be 55 in January. If you want more Marco you can do High Hopes a Pink Floyd cover and Kiss while your lips are still red. His band with his brother called Tarot and his solo album.

[@MikeandGinger]

I love that too! - G

[@alexcrouwel6942]

with Nightwish you can expect the unexpected so this song is complete different then what you are used to from Nightwish and just when you think you've heard it all, the next song is again completely different thnx for you reaction

[@tonycardone990]

This is definitely in my top songs of all time. I could listen to it 20 times in a row and not be bored with it. For more Marco check out their cover of Pink Floyd's High Hopes and While your lips are still red

[@damienmaynard8892]

Told you there were weasels in the Nightwish rabbit-hole! That guitar Marko calls "The Beast" - maybe the weight, maybe the sound - both fit! People have called Marko "Gandalf" before they learned his name - Fruedian slip? Great song, great reaction.

[@MikeandGinger]

Thanks Damien! Gandalf, indeed - G

[@markusreeve]

Another great Marco show case is "While your lips are still red" another beautiful song.

[@Duskwind_]

Floor isn't the only one that can make you cry. Marko wrote the instrumental for this and the lyrics are written by Marko and Tuomas. Marko is just one of the many reasons that we love Nightwish SO MUCH. Great reaction, my friends. See you next time 🤗

[@TheNismo777]

Official vid of this song is awesome too, worth to check out.

[@miamiron]

High Hopes for sure...Amazing!!!

[@kurzzyou5537]

Marco doing High Hopes is fantastic.

[@normahopwood8295]

Two of my favourite reactors, reacting to my favourite group. Love your hair, Ginger ❤️🤘🇦🇺

[@MikeandGinger]

One of my favorite commenters, commenting on one of my favorite bands! 🥰 Thank you, Norma. I’m glad you enjoyed it ❤️ - G

[@beatgysi3345]

Check out Marko's solo stuff too. "Stones", "Star, Sand and Shadow", "Death March for Freedom" or "Isäni ääni" if possible the live versions.

[@justincase6815]

Ginger - those dimples ❤️ Great reaction, watching how that song was able to move Ginger - priceless! 🤘🏻🤘🏻🔥🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@MikeandGinger]

☺️ -G

[@shirazzza]

It's such a soothing song

[@pannemanbroeker6822]

hey Mike and Ginger , i love your reaction . they have a beautifull ballad , sleeping sun live .

[@mgharvey3657]

Don't know if you have yet, but there is the phantom of the opera live. I thinks its from 2005. Anyway its Tarja, original vocalist and Marko. End of an era. Check it out.

[@mgharvey3657]

Yup, that's a good one. Way to start my sat. Thanks for that. Keep em coming.

[@jeannettesimpson9778]

Marko wrote the music and Tuomas the lyrics, I believe. It was on "Dark Passion Play", released in 2007. The official video to this is worth checking out.

[@MikeandGinger]

Will do! Thanks Jeannette 🙏🏻 - G

[@tarmotyyri6733]

Thank you both for this. Marko was even a more amazing vocalist before 1996 when he had a throat surgery during which the surgeon damaged a nerve in Marko's vocal chords. Only after very hard work he regained his ability to sing again only losing his clean falsetto voice. P.S. Marko's instrument is a custom built Warwick Infinity/Panthera double neck bass and guitar.

[@MikeandGinger]

Oh no! That’s terrible! I’m glad her got it back, tho - G

[@Juippi71]

1000 thumbs up, 0 down. Amazing!!!

[@DJGots]

If you want more Marko, and probably even more tears, go for While Your Lips Are Still Red @ Wembley. A beautfiul balad with an even more beautiful message

[@dejannightwish]

Every song is different,i love your reactions guys 😊😊❤❤

[@MikeandGinger]

Thank you, my friend! We’re really enjoying the journey - G

[@atlantis315]

oh, what a nice surprise, thanks..I love Marko so much, an awesome musician. I picked up an acoustic guitar in april this year, specifically so that one day I can play this song ...it lives in my soul :-)

[@michaelshort2388]

It's sad that we will probably never hear this song live again. :(

[@ianmuir3028]

I agree fully with Randell Morris's suggestion below, Marko's version of Pink Floyd's "High Hopes"" is totally out of this world. Plus any songs from Floor performed in the European show The Bestie Zanmgers.

[@NicholasCorvin]

*You really should do also a reaction to the Official Music Video of The Islander. It's 100% worth to do.*

[@Meine.Postma]

Nightwish are best consumed live. But Shoemaker from their new album is a masterpiece.

[@JariJuslin]

The song itself is not *that* old, way newer than, say, Ghost Love Score. It's just that Nightwish has all kinds of songs. This was I believe something Marko had been working on, not specifically for Nightwish, and then Tuomas helped to finalize it and write the lyrics and it became a Nightwish track.

[@pdutchie4924]

Great reaction, it is gorgeous ❣️

[@gayleeidson6724]

Well you figured it out 😉 ! Marco is a Wizard !!! Nobody knows how old he is. Legend is that He was Merlin ! LOL. He truly is awesome 👍❤️. GREAT Reaction guys. Thanks !

[@MikeandGinger]

I knew it! 😉 - G

[@michaelivezic8602]

I love the song 🖤🖤🖤🖤

[@kengaroo67]

Great sweatshirt. I'm not too far from Seven Springs, as I live in Western Maryland. I love this version of The Islander. Marko is such a ham onstage and can control an audience as well as anyone. And you know you are amazing when Floor Jansen is your back up singer.

[@MikeandGinger]

We had a great time hiking and shooting clays in the fall at Seven Springs a couple of years ago. A nice time to visit, if you're not hung up on skiing. -M

[@watchtheskies]

Hi Mike, Ginger, the music video for this song is worth a reaction on it's own merits, absolutely beautiful and much more emotional: Nightwish - The Islander (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

[@NicholasCorvin]

*Absolutely. 100% correct.*

[@damonbryan7232]

How badass do you have to be? Instead of setting around a campfire. The campfire sets around you.

[@watchtheskies]

@@damonbryan7232 they are very special 😀

[@danellwein8679]

aw . .enjoy your reactions Mike and Ginger .. you guys do a good job ..

[@MikeandGinger]

Thanks Dan! Glad to have you along 😁 - G

[@bobbyblanton5523]

You two are great. love watching your reactions to nightwish

[@MikeandGinger]

Thank you, Bobby! Glad to have you along 🥰 - G

[@davejenkins873]

Although it does sound like an old traditional song it was written by Marco and Tuomas about 2007. A very nice reaction guys!

[@johnmiett6032]

I love you two. So genuine.❤️

[@MikeandGinger]

Aw. Thank you 🥰 There really is no other way to be ❤️ - G

[@wimg.2377]

I saw you did another Nightwish reaction, so immediately got very excited! :) And I loved it, seing Ginger getting rather emotional (like I do myself I have to admit). Love you guys, please keep on reacting to NW songs, I (almost) live for those reactions! Warmest regards, Wim

[@MikeandGinger]

Thank you, Wim! We’re just getting started 👍🏻 - G

[@wimg.2377]

@@MikeandGinger Getting even more excited! Your reactions are like nothing else, I really love you two doing these. Always joyful, pleasant, often emotional, always friendly. Just love it.... Warm regards, Wim

[@niksur1201]

Awesome, now for High Hopes, to really see him belt with range!

[@stevenmatkovich9587]

Check out "High Hopes" a Pink Floyd tribute with incredible vocals by Marko.

[@frankmerris8821]

high hopes next guys its incredible

[@gympee]

It's from Dark Passion Play, the first album after Tarja. Marko is a frontman in his own right. You should give a listen to his latest solo album, Pyre of the Black Heart, I would start at the beginning with the song Stones.

[@luizhenriquevidal6786]

Hi guys! Please do "Dead Boy Poem", from the last tour of Nightwish, live in Buenos Aires Argentina, 2018 ... Greetings from Brazil!

[@johannessilver8653]

Marco made his solo album which is also great. But with NW he sings also other songs so well. Check for instance a Pink Floyd tribute...High hopes...from End of an Era concert 2005.

[@robertsheeler321]

Marko sings While Your Lips Are Still Red live at Wembley, or for something playful try I Want My Tears Back live in Buenos Aries

[@tommyjohnson9175]

They can and do take their music in several different directions. I've heard so many, after hearing 25 or 30 Nightwish songs resolve themselves to the notion that they will not find two that sound the same.. I could be a beautiful ballad like "Dead Boys Poem" live at Buenos Aries or a full blown power metal song like :Shudder before the Beautiful' live a Wembley Arena...

[@majbrat]

They will always surprise you :) Marco wrote the tune and Thomas wrote the lyrics for this song. :) Please check out their cover of Pink Floyd's High Hopes too - Marco is exceptional in that too.