Nightwish - Last of the Wilds (Reaction/First Listen!)

[@KevinHollisWI]

NightWish Army Wisconsin Chapter here. NightWish at their PUREST form. NO band can give such Celtic vibes as NightWish does. Floor, was performing a costume change, but I am sure she was listening and bobbing her head 😂. Great reaction!

[@davedaniels2793]

Had to chime in: former Wisconsin now Arizona soldier here! Love this band!

[@edwardonion5331]

Only band better doing Celtic music is Runrig , first song at New year,is last of the wild,by nightwish,then Runrig Going Home 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🎶🎶🎶🎶🤘

[@roy19491]

all the members of Nightwish are insanely talented musicians

[@nikkireviews]

They really are!

[@nightwishlover8913]

"Uilleann" is Irish for Elbow - Troy is pumping up the bag using his right elbow. The man is a genius: Pipes, many sizes of whistle, fingerstyle acoustic and picked electric guitars, and he also sings.

[@124Spider5]

Nikki? First time you're heard Nightwish without Floor. So, it means you can check out all the band members accuracy and precision and greatness.

[@nikkireviews]

That's right. 😁

[@LDBHX]

I concur Definitely 🔥

[@blake86303]

Floor is backstage changing.

[@nikkireviews]

Ohh okay!

[@The_Real_Fomsie]

Yeah, Troy and Emmpu have great chemistry and it shows when they play together.

[@TheRealRedAce]

I never tire of watching Emppu's antics on stage.

[@rnowak85]

Great reaction! This was a mid-set instrumental with Floor backstage changing outfits. When you do the next song, Bless the Child, you will notice that Floor dashes out and grabs the mic and starts singing. They had a problem with the zipper on her top and she almost didn't make it out on stage in time. If you look under her left arm you can see that the zipper isn't all the way up. It wasn't fixed until her break during Ghost Love Score. The song is a tribute to Finland's beautiful lakes and forests that make up it's wilderness. There is a lyrical version, Erämaan Viimeinen, sung in Finnish by Jonsu, the female lead singer of the Finnish band Indica. It is one of a small number of Nightwish songs in Finnish. The lyric version was released as a single after the instrumental was released as part of Dark Passion Play. I find the Finnish language to be very beautiful and even more so in this song. This fan made lyric video has both the English and Finnish lyrics on it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qHKQiXyOrpqprZY. One thing of interest is that the kind of music box sounding/harp like sound before Troy comes in with his tin whistle is called a kantele and is a traditional Finnish plucked string folk instrument.

[@dmj4966]

The pipe and flute guy is Troy. He also plays guitar, bouzouki, and every wind instrument you can name. He was asked once is thetmre is anything he does play and he answered "yes, ice hockey "

[@chriso6719]

Eramaan Viimeinen is the same song , with a few minor differences, as Last of the Wilds with Finnish lyrics and sung by Jonsu from Indica. Yes, Troy is playing Uilleann pipes, and then a tin whistle. He was playing the Irish Low Whistle, the larger one, in the last song. He can play just about anything. He was once asked if there was anything he couldn't play as well as he would like. His answer was 'Ice Hockey'. Others have mentioned that Floor was changing outfits here. That didn't go smoothly thanks to a stubborn zipper. Floor is almost late for the next song, Bless The Child. Watch closely ,when you get to that, at the start and you will see her grab for the mic and miss it, then grab it just in time.

[@Green-Lyon]

I would love it if one day Floor would learn the lyrics to Eramaan Viimeinen and sing it with the band. Maybe it's a "pipe-dream" (Sorry, couldn't resist) but I would really love it as I love, love LOVE that version.

[@jaskau2462]

🤩👌💥💯🎼 This one takes you through the meadows, on the creek shore and over the hills and far away.... 🤘😎 🇫🇮 💙

[@nikkireviews]

It does! 😊✨🍃

[@amygoodson-catlady]

Hi Nikki, you look so pretty today! (I can say that and not be creepy bc I'm prolly older than your mom!) Enjoyed listening to this with you today! Troy on pipes and Emppu on guitar sound so amazing together!!

[@nikkireviews]

Aw thank you. 😂 And yes, I just love the sounds of the instruments blending together. So magical. 😊✨

[@familymandonny1444]

Hey Nikki, had to throw a first time comment on this one. My wife and I absolutely love this song. My favorite part is all of the emotions it makes me feel. When a song makes you feel things, it takes it to a whole nother level. Love the reactions!!

[@nikkireviews]

Thank you, and I'm glad you and your wife enjoy it! I can totally understand why. 💞

[@familymandonny1444]

@@nikkireviews If I can throw a suggestion out there, you should check out Arch Enemy “Handshake with Hell” or “Deceiver, Deceiver”. Their singer Alissa is a beast

[@DarrellW_UK]

The pipes are Irish bagpipes, they’re not blown up they have a bellows that he pumps up under his arm, the other difference is that they don’t have drone notes. Interesting change to hear them play an instrumental, it gives you a better sense of their musical talent. I was a bit unsure about what you would make of it, it’s nice to see that you appreciated what they did!

[@nikkireviews]

Yeah, I haven't found anything I didn't like so far. 😁 Those pipes are very cool, I like the sound a lot.

[@randalladams7692]

Had to show off that badass band it was cool love the parts you did too one word beautiful

[@stevewilson8752]

Nikki how great is this band ? No singing yet the crowd was still jumping around & head banging 😝👍 You don't ever see that with an Instrumental ! True musicians crafting their art 🎹 🎸🎷🥁 luv your reactions chicki 👍💋🇦🇺🏄‍♂️

[@franciscobautista332]

Nice reaction. Greetings from Mexico City 🇲🇽

[@nikkireviews]

Thank you, and welcome to the channel! 😊💛

[@johannessilver8653]

This is awesome instrumental version of the song "Erämaan viimeinen" which is an oldie from their first album having lyrics too in Finnish and sung by Jonsu (featuring). Maybe you know that they have done most of their music, albums, material, shows etc without Floor so there is really huge material available.

[@birdxx]

I've seen this many times but it's the first time I've noticed the color of the lights reflecting the flag of Ireland 🟩⬜🟧 (7:09)

[@gunterreihnhol6507]

I think was clothes change for Floor.

[@nikkireviews]

Ah I see, that makes sense. 😊

[@oktober-vh6gl]

that slow part with the tin whistle is one of my favorite musical moments... ever. it makes you feel like you're in an enchanted forest amongst the fairies and unicorns surrounded by old-growth forest, and a setting sun in the distance... :)

[@jasonmarshall7572]

I remember reading about a small waldrobe melfunction Floor had and she changed a bit. It may of been during this. Sweet tune love a good Instrumental. Thank you young lady.

[@nikkireviews]

Ooh okay that makes sense! 😊

[@peterpritzl3354]

Watching you since your first NW reaction. Oh my, you have blossomed a bit more with each of their songs. Happy from beginning to end, each video.

[@nikkireviews]

Aw yes, I've been really enjoying it and feel more comfortable and relaxed making these videos because of it. 😊

[@TaverenTech]

How could anyone not be into Nightwish. I'd have to check the set list, however I'm betting the next song is a vocally challenging one, so I bet they placed this song in the middle to give her a little break before Ghost Love Score or something.

[@nikkireviews]

Yeah, could be. 🤔 And I agree, I'm so glad you guys told me about this band and that Wacken Wednesday is a thing, it's been so enjoyable. I look forward to it every week. 😊

[@puarterquonder]

Floor was changing coths, but something was going wrong. Thats why you see her running to mic next song, later on adjusting the zipper.

[@nikkireviews]

Ohh okay!

[@myspacewolf]

From #Floorgasm to #Floorgasm, Nightwish never ceases to amaze me... this concert was my introduction to the vast library they have, from 1996 up until the current song they dropped the other day "Perfume Of The Timeless" (can't wait for Yesterwynde). Not a day goes by that I don't listen to at least 1 Nightwish track, it's how I start & end my days! My favorite is 7 Days To The Wolves (from Wembley)... we need a worldwide #Nightwish day!

[@iina6106]

I think you would like The Islander at Tampere 2015. Some Floor at the end but mostly Marco magic.

[@VXGaming]

It's a song that does have lyrics but the instrumental is solid enough to stand on its own. They played this when Floor had I think a broken zip and changed clothes.

[@marty6945]

They certainly invented this beautiful instrumental piece so that Floor could take a nap for a while and gain new strength.😊

[@nikkireviews]

A well deserved nap!

[@williamklett6660]

Floor was doing an outfit change. You can't listen to this without a smile, it just makes you feel good.

[@nikkireviews]

Such a good Nightwish song!

[@jimharris367]

When you're that good even without the greatest singer on the planet 😳

[@nikkireviews]

I know, right? So magical!

[@craigbolton5093]

That's one of my favorites. I detest droning bagpipes (a friend hired a Scottish band to "serenade" me outside my tent at a race one time just because he had to, but I love the Uilleann pipes. Thanks for doing it!

[@nikkireviews]

Oh wow, that sounds like quite the unique experience!

[@markclements7767]

Hi Nikki, greetings from UK You know that sometimes (like in this song) they calm things down so that when they bring the instruments back in they have more of an impact? By having one song without Floor she should have a bigger impact when she comes back for the next song! As you will see Floor sat this song out so that she could change her outfit

[@Kelsea-2002]

This time Floor opens for Metallica - at Floor's second solo tour Metallica opens for Floor😂. Floor almost came on stage too late after this song, as there were problems with her zipper when changing costumes. I love this song and play it a lot when I get tired and still have some work to do.

[@markclements7767]

Hi Nikki @nikkireviews Just thinking ahead here as we have only 4 more songs to watch from this concert Nightwish performed 17 songs at Wembley Arena in 2016, and 11 of those you haven't heard/seen yet 2 of those songs are a part of the 'Nightwish trifecta', being "Ghost Love Score", "Poet And The Pendulum" and "The Greatest Show On Earth", masterpieces you really need to hear/see Do you think you might like to follow 'Wacken Wednesdays' with 'Wembley Wednesdays'? 😁🙏

[@robertsheeler321]

This was in the middle of the show , gives Floor time for an outfit change and a break

[@nikkireviews]

Makes sense!

[@old-fashionedJoe83]

If you want to feel the ancient wild spirit deep within you run free...this is the song

[@Luca-games007]

I can only wish You wont abandon those reaction when the Wacken is over. There are many others I mentioned under You one of previous videos ;) I enjoy Your reaction to NW so much

[@nikkireviews]

Thank you! And yes, I'm trying to figure out what to do after this show is complete. 🤔

[@Luca-games007]

@@nikkireviews Tampere, Wembley, Buenos Aires

[@TheYannir]

Just FYI, there is a version of this song that HAS vocals that are sung in Finnish. The vocals are sung a by a visiting singer, Jonsu from the band Indica, and the song is called "Erämaan viimeinen", which is basically just "Last of the Wilds" translated to Finnish.

[@Bolo2028]

Great job!

[@nikkireviews]

Thank you! 😊💛

[@omeshsingh8091]

This is a great folk-metal instrumental track. I highly recommend the Nightwish cover of "Over The Hills and Far Away" and "Creek Mary's Blood" for more Folk music elements.

[@nikkireviews]

Thank you, I will have to check that out for sure!

[@TimoArula]

This song is my morning song actually 😆. This is some pure instrumental wonder🔥🔥🔥 !!!!! This is when Floor has a costume change . For me this song deserves more credit than it has. Thank you for reacting to that gem of a song 🤘😎🤘 NWSU/FloorFan.

[@nikkireviews]

Thanks for stopping by, I'm glad you like it as well! 😊

[@jerrymail]

Emppu wandering, running and fooling around 😁

[@nikkireviews]

😂 Yep!

[@crazykaletrucker]

Hi Nikki please Bless the child next🙏😍 same wacken🤘👍

[@nikkireviews]

Yep, that one is next! I'm going through the whole Showtime, Storytime album so that will be next Wednesday! 😊

[@crazykaletrucker]

@@nikkireviews 🙏thanks!!😘

[@NightwishArena]

There is a lyrics version of this song, but it is sung in Finnish by Jonsu from Indica. Tuomas produced their album too. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qHKQiXyOrpqprZY

[@nikkireviews]

Thank you, I will check this out now! 😊

[@NightwishArena]

@@nikkireviews I don't know how much reaction "value" it has, but it is worth to listen to for sure.

[@HIGHGAIN9]

FLOOR GONE WEE WEE

[@nikkireviews]

😂👌

[@brianwillson9567]

Proof , and Floor would be the first to agree, that Floor is not the ‘star’ of Nightwish, with her backing band. They are all incredibly talented with no individual needing to ‘show ego’. The band and the music is the ‘star’

[@nikkireviews]

I like how you put that! 😊✨

[@andyohil7465]

They are able to shine without Floor - they are sooo talented…. ❤🏆 It gives me always a good vibe….

[@gene6690]

The Wacken 2013 performance does not have one "bathroom break" song. Not many other shows can vouch for that

[@nikkireviews]

Oh wow. 👀

[@mattgraham2835]

this instrumental is so good love the welsh ullean pipe that troy knows how to play quite well and he said i took him a while to learn it such cool melodies down to earth celebrate life such smooth and effortless transitions between sounds even if they be vocals sounds so good

[@amygoodson-catlady]

Well...do forgive Floor, as she's about 6mos pregnant rt now!

[@nikkireviews]

😮

[@razrhiannaspiers8506]

If you would like to react to an artist you might not have heard of before, I recommend Aesthetic Perfection with the song Bark at the Moon

[@nikkireviews]

Thank you, I will add it to my list 😊

[@jcd57]

Really good reaction, first of all you do not see much instrumental only reactions. Second you are dead on with the nature thing. Althought, like yourself, nature is not only calm and tranquille 🏞️but also stormy and rough ⛈️. We are nature ourselfs too you know. Anyway loved your reaction and look forward to the next one...🤟👌

[@jmetallover]

Floor's changing song, went from Xena warrior to Valkyrie Queen. Troy showing off one of the many instruments he is a master at. Troy and Floor weren't members of the band as of yet. Metalheads dancing to a Celtic jig.

[@BracchiAlessandroFineArt]

7:09 i just noticed now how the lights are making the irish flag

[@Mars-is4un]

🤗🍒🤘🏻😘

[@nikkireviews]

🤘😁

[@mking846]

Completely get the distracted thing it's like the brain is a tree of chattering monkeys

[@nikkireviews]

Right?? 😬🙊

[@kentk2215]

This song has no Floor. Nightwish has no ceiling.

[@kevingunning7569]

Hi Nikki. I think Floor needed a wee.

[@nikkireviews]

Probably. 🤭

[@TheRealRedAce]

The name of the pipes (Uilleann) is pronounced more like "Illen".

[@nikkireviews]

Ahh okay, thank you!

[@justitia257]

🌹

[@nikkireviews]

😊

[@ЛюбомирРодзінський]

👋👋👋👋❤️

[@nikkireviews]

💛💛

[@wildylupous]

It was break up made for Floor to change her outfit or tampon in case of period.

[@nikkireviews]

That makes sense. 🤔

[@duncanwyer2460]

🇬🇧 Norfolk reports for duty let’s enjoy the vibe together 😊