[REACTION!!] Old Rock Radio DJ REACTS to NIGHTWISH ft. "7 Days to the Wolves" LIVE at Wembley

[@IonutIT]

Whatever you do, don't stop your Nightwish reactions until you reach their (in my opinion) two magnum opus, The Poet and the Pendulum and The Greatest Show on Earth. Lots to go through before you reach those, but those 2 are probably their biggest songs. For Poet and the Pendulum you should do some reading up on it before.

[@deed5811]

Be ready for Poet and the Pendulum. It packs a big punch and understanding the history with this song is very important.

[@Harbor-S]

Absolutely! But don't stop there - especially if these come up soon! Keep going 😁🤘🏻

[@Chinkilla100]

I concur

[@andrelglinnenbank2856]

I concur. Note that both may need some preparation, but different, for PatP it really helps if you know what happened when Tarja was dismissed and how fans and politicians reacted. The music conveys the emotions, but knowing the background explains why that emotion is in that part of the 'song'. For GSoE some general knowledge about the formation of the solar system and the origins of life and evolution might explain some lyrics. If you have that backgroud, just jump in.

[@loreadan9838]

Before doing "The Poet and the Pendulum" do some reaction with Tarja.

[@yourwinefamily1939]

No Band or Talent Level like Nightwish! I'm 71 yrs old and they just obliterated all my most enthusiastic fervor for music over the past 60 yrs. THIS - is A SUPERGROUP!

[@jovetj]

Tuomas Holopainen is an underrated genius.

[@yourwinefamily1939]

@@jovetj Totally agree Jovet

[@jeroens9160]

Amen brother. Nightwish takes me through emotional rollercoasters I haven't felt since my teenage years now quite a while ago

[@koserkm]

I absolutely agree with you. I'm 66 and they did the same to me. Nothing like them ever anywhere, ever.

[@reeilona]

@@koserkm It`s so heartwarming to read people like you telling your appreciation to Nightwish, band that has healed my broken soul more than anything else in this world... It is so beautiful to me read your words, I am 37 years old girl from Finland and Nightwish has been in my life since year 2000. Nightwish is remarkable, the most magical and mesmerizing band in this world. They are universes greatest gift to me

[@bbeckett5103]

Emppu is so classy, well dressed, one leg up, great smile on his face, fancy purple signature guitar..... He really has it all going 🤟

[@Ovrkyl]

The Purple People Eater!

[@northof4912]

I concur

[@eddiecreutzburg7375]

Tuomas, in an interview said that Floor, is a true professional and that she is home... Everything he throws at her, she can handle it and brings forth perfection in everything she does and we love her for it. 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰😇😇😇 Hail! The Valkyrie Goddess of Metal and Empathy and of course her Brothers. 🤩🤩

[@elenasnchez7434]

Hail To the Queen the best and most versatile singer on the planet🤘♥️

[@Ovrkyl]

Tuomas: Can you...? Floor: Yes.

[@northof4912]

Well, with Human : Nature, when presented with one of the new tracks (perhaps Shoemaker), she did ask him “when do I breath?” He simply replied, “you’ll figure it out”.

[@ToTheWolves]

It DOES NOT sound stupid at all...depending on the song, they make me feel like I'm in the ocean floating, or flying thru space, or sipping cocoa in a warm forest cabin, or running thru a forest of faries. I'm certain you and I are not the only ones.

[@reeilona]

So beautifully written and your words are true

[@abihagar]

Floor and Marco are vocally made for each other. So hope Marco decides to return to Nightwish someday. We keep hoping. And again a nice review, thanks again.

[@lornz5374]

is it just me, or is Floor's silent scream in the last 60 seconds the single most powerful thing I've ever seen from a female..(and prob Male) on stage....

[@AussieDave69]

YEAH IT CERTAINLY GOT TO ME WOW IT WAS SO HOT

[@fearisachoiceyouembrace]

Same listening to Floor with After Forever 3:20 kzbin.info/www/bejne/eH-9p5lmltqlbtEsi=ykDOa_DbcCyabPt7

[@inflatable2]

That was the wolf coming out..

[@juholaitakari1305]

What is also amazing is Eric Clark’s ability to find new ways to describe this band 😄

[@jeffk1482]

Another OUTSTANDING reaction! I liked your expression when Floor did that "roar" at the audience towards the end. Not many catch that. The first time I saw it convinced me she's not just a beast on stage, she's an absolute MONSTER!

[@paulmarsh4079]

I concur....she's so metal

[@SuperMoofie]

That roar is her no holding back x 1000. Her face on pause, omg, you can feel the extreme power coming through.

[@jeffk1482]

@@SuperMoofie I've freeze-framed that shot way more than once myself. 😁

[@badsiony]

She's a demon, I love that moment so much 😂

[@jurgenbruin3207]

I thought I was a nightwish fan, but now I am addicted to your NW reactions.... 🤣 Greetings from Jurgen from Amsterdam aka Floors Floor fan.

[@leightonwilson3960]

I love seeing floor near the end there scream at the crowd off the mic. That expressive moment is so intense!

[@mbo191]

One of the things that many people love about Emppu is that he is so extremely exact. He is playing what is needed to enhance the song, and nothing more and nothing less. And he does it every time and at every concert, without flaws or misses. And it is always, always Tasteful, never over the top, or too little, just exactly what the song needs. Cheers / B.

[@dangroth8680]

So true

[@tomaszgorczyca1080]

Oooh! Yes!!! I was waiting for that! 😁 I love this song!! 🙃 Greetings from Poland and support Ukraine! 💙💛🇺🇦

[@jeffbowden8367]

🇬🇧❤️🇺🇦👍

[@Thorgrim247]

I concur. Freedom for the heroes of Ukraine!!!!!✌✌✌⚔

[@jouni9067]

🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦

[@motorlife7037]

slava Ukraina i chwala Polsce tez

[@motorlife7037]

o cholera, Ty masz nazwisko panienskie mojej mamy, teraz zobaczylem

[@markthebartender6516]

Floor never goes off or loses control, she just "Brings it" to another level. I get emotional when she screams, 'Wembley, Let's Go!'

[@randymarple9830]

Tuomas is smiling at Floor just before she screams. I think he knows what's coming!

[@arturama8581]

@@randymarple9830 They're all smiling, all the time. They just love performing and they all love eachother. There must be a real family-feel among the band members. Half the time they're all singing along with Floor. The non-verbal communication between the members speaks volumes. Mute the music for once and just watch them watch eachother, watch their faces, smiling, feeling the music, interacting. The anticipation of Tuomas, knowing something's coming. The all round enthousiasm. And Emppu just can't stop touching them, he just has to. It's heart warming.

[@572Btriode]

@@randymarple9830 In my poor analysis, I now see Tuomas commonly grinning like a Cheshire cat with Floor in the band. Might be just me though. . . . . . .

[@572Btriode]

@Mark Jakobsen In a word perhaps "professional".

[@mcwolf1096]

I'll have to steal someone else's comment to best express my favourite moment of this piece: Floor: "Like a fire, feast!" Me: **dies in Floorgasm** 🥰

[@Donna-C]

22:20 EVERY band member FULL of passion - and Floor’s Inner Wolf comes out! 🐺

[@chilly2go]

"This is where heroes and cowards part ways" This hits really hard and true for me in this particular moment in history we are in. Thank you Nightwish for yet again helping me to try to process, through their amazing music and lyrics, another very dangerous and difficult time in the world.

[@patverum9051]

Did you know Putin hasn't been out among people in 2 years, that how scared he is of Covid.. Hero or coward haha.

[@majonkie]

@@patverum9051 He could very well be afraid of attempts on his life, too. He probally would be safest within his bubble where everyone is dependent on his favour 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@flowerhatmetalhead1988]

Damn, nearly made me cry dude. But it sure is fitting.

[@Wolf-ln1ml]

@@patverum9051 ...and now _OF COURSE_ he won't be attending the G20 summit... I'm not even sure it's "just" cowardice, in "leaders" like that, paranoia (in the sense of a thoroughly _exaggerated_ fear) is pretty common...

[@wimg.2377]

Hi Eric, Yes, it is a different tone, the first half especially, as this song was written for Anette, who had a more poppy tone to her voice. Even so, Floor makes it entirely her own, as always, and adds her own signature to it, only amplifying the entire band. It is indeed brilliant, of the entire band. Thank you for your brilliant analyses, BTW, I really love them, and not in the least because you are open about your own emotions. Thank you for that, it is much, very much appreciated! Kindest regards, Wim P.S.: I wrote the above between the first minute and first quarter of the song. Quite interesting you said about the same I mentioned here, in other words and way more eloquently than I ever could ... 😁. And yes, Marko did perform with Ayreon, in one recording with Floor as well.

[@Enderu666]

It was not written for Anette, see my other comment.

[@sateentuoksu]

Had to go and find it. -Ayreon with. Marco kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjdqY2am7ajq68

[@chrisgoldston9755]

Bloody Legend 😎🤘🔥… now give “Shudder before the beautiful “ a spin, a great show opener!

[@helky8]

Wembley version! 👍 One of the greatest 🔥🤟

[@dAmion2306]

I concur.

[@ToTheWolves]

I concur.

[@annettestanzel8598]

yes!

[@corienb]

I concur!

[@conradamber]

Marko and Arjen have most definitely worked together by the way. on Arjens album "the theory of everything" you'll hear him sing together with anneke van giersbergen and Tommy Karevik to name but a few. well worth checking out, some of those songs were performed live on the Ayreon universe shows and you'll easily find video's on youtube to react to. Have fun with that :-)!

[@Thorgrim247]

I concur!

[@JanOlofSvensson]

Not with Marko, but Valley of the queens... ❤

[@JanOlofSvensson]

And with Marko, why not Magnetism?

[@sjeses]

@@JanOlofSvensson My vote is for Magnetism

[@hvandenbiggelaar]

I concur

[@reeilona]

Emppu is my "loved one". It feels so good that he is getting the valuation he deserves. Thank you Eric

[@laudatosiadastra1218]

Ree, I just love how you say that Emppu is like the glue of the band. He brings so much joy and clearly a special element that keeps the bond strong

[@reeilona]

@@laudatosiadastra1218 Emppu has left his beautiful mark to every Nightwish fan, I am sure of it, cause he has left his mark to every song and every performance!! He is one of a kind guitarist and what an human

[@martine3293]

I think the only song Tuomas has ever written especially for radio broadcasting purpose (not counting the song for the Eurovision Songcontest) was 'Sleeping Sun'. He was asked to write a 4-minute top song for release in Germany (dedicated to the solar eclipse that arose on the European sky in 1999). He wrote the song (which is beautiful by the way), but very reluctantly. He is not one to be restricted in his songwriting. To answer your other question; yes, Marco has worked with Arjen Lucassen. He was a guest vocalist for the Ayreon album 'Theory Of Everything'. He has also performed in some live shows. I personally like 'Age Of Shadows', in which he sings with Hansi Kürsch and Floor Jansen. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2jaoKiupJd0nKc

[@SergioSBloch]

I believe he was asked to write a three minute song - but in true Tuomas fashion he made it 4 minutes- at least that’s what I’ve read from a few sources.

[@jessicakoster2543]

I concur for Age of Shadows

[@jpsother1183]

I cuncur! I knew as late I was coming into this someone would have this.

[@one42chrisp]

Age of Shadows is a great suggestion!

[@winterwillow3078]

I concur for Age of Shadows. Sleeping Sun with Tarja is one of my all time favorite songs of NW. Floor does great job on it too ofc. But with Tarja Sleeping Sun brings emotions of my childhood that Floor cant quite capture.

[@mpainter22]

I know someone who was at this concert, he said that seeing and hearing Floor live cannot be put across in video , she's incredible (can we also acknowledge she looked stunning here and at Wacken)

[@jeffk1482]

I normally don't like to comment about looks where musicians are concerned (and one does not speak of The Goddess that way!). But you are SO RIGHT. She's molten metal hot here.

[@SYNtemp]

And at Tampere... and at Buenos Aires... :)

[@SuperMoofie]

@@jeffk1482 I think in this case, it was meant as a very nice compliment, and respectufully so. Floor considers everything in her performance, including her costumes. No detail is left out in anything she does. Just brilliant :)

[@jeffk1482]

@@SuperMoofie My "no one speaks of" comment was meant tongue-in-cheek. I held back on an LOL in there, perhaps I should have included it. Yes, everything they do is AMAZING, and Floor *always* looks sensational...like, well, a goddess.

[@davidellinsworth22]

I discovered Nightwish around 10 months ago. The longer time goes on the more angry and upset I feel that I didn't hear about them much earlier than this. I've missed out!

[@corienb]

But you're here now!

[@davidellinsworth22]

@@corienb yes absolutely. And I'm so grateful for it

[@TTK2013]

I really hope that some day Marko will come back to the band,Floor and Marko singing together is pure magic. They fit so well together that on some songs it is really hard to find point where singing of Marko stops and from where Floor continue....And I believe that Floor is also missing Marko back to sing with her.

[@AleksandarGospic]

Excellent reaction as always Eric! Yeah, Emppu loves to hold long notes and do slow solo's like Gilmour :) Yes, I've been to 5 Nightwish concerts and every age group is always represented, from children to pensioners. It is easy to see why we are all so passionate about Nightwish. Please put Shudder Before the Beautiful opener from this Wembley concert on the list, you have to see that nuclear energy :) And I must say again when you do Greatest Show on Earth it must be Tampere concert, it is more impressive than Wembley one cause it is open air stadium. I don't like to repeat but I'm too afraid that you might do Wembley version cause that one is on Nightwish page :) On the other hand Poet and the Pendulum has to be from Wembley, that's pinnacle version.

[@annenash6558]

Hi Eric, I only discovered Nightwish last year but they fast became my favourite band. I could listen to you talk about them all day. 🖤

[@andrewhuggins9008]

Superb reaction fella! I saw them at Bloodstock 2018, i was there for Judas Priest, Gojira, Suicidal Tendencies and Cannibal Corpse but came away with a burning desire to see Nightwish again. I had, amazingly, never heard of them before! I'm seeing them again in Birmingham, England in November. Once you experience Floor live once you're hooked! 🤟

[@bartonbagnes4605]

I don't think I have ever heard a performance by Nightwish that couldn't be described as epic.

[@danettecrossley7912]

I don't know why emppu would ever think he was wasn't as great as everyone else in the band without him this band wouldn't be the same he plays when he is supposed to, the way he's suppose to always live that's what so great about this band they do it live they could make me sound good in a studio and you wouldn't want to hear me live God bless

[@TimoArula]

This song has a special place in my heart !!! Not just because wolf is Estonian national animal, but "The Windmill" battle between Tuomas and Floor . Plus Floor's inner Wolf .... Holy Mother of Odin !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Floor has 3 distinct styles. Head banging(straight forward, then back), hair whip(almost like cracking a bull whip) and the Windmill(continuous 360 degree revolutions). Why Windmill? Well she is Dutch. The title is taken from a King's novel called “Wolves of the Calla”. But the conception of the book has nothing to do with the text behind the song, it is far more inspired by the film "Dead Poets' Society". The main idea is - one must live his life the best he can, to strive for his aims, because the wolves are always 7 days behind you and they will catch you if your life is not of full value... and then you will be only dead meat. That's what Tuomas said in one interview some time ago. And here is something to help you : How to pronounce the names of Nightwish members in Finnish kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqHEoaGjjdR8kM0 Marko and Ayreon , here we goo : Ayreon Universe - Age of Shadows Live at Tilburg 2017 kzbin.info/www/bejne/enjZYoWtndWpkLs and Ayreon - River Of Time (Universe) kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJrId5ZpjM11gdk PS: Nightwish - I Want My Tears Back (Floor Jansen) [Decades - Live In Buenos Aires 2019] kzbin.info/www/bejne/inOylZqun8djoa8 . THIS MUST HAPPEN !!!! Howl and thank you !!!! Nightwish Shadow Unit From Estonia 🤘🐺🤘.

[@majonkie]

I concur!

[@aveangerjas4741]

I concur!

[@laudatosiadastra1218]

I´m so addicted to your reactions Eric!!! I can´t hit play fast enough when one pops up. You are right about Floor...she has an extra gear or two. I always gets surprised even when I know whats coming :D

[@lieven2292]

MAGNIFICENT! I'm pretty sure Ukrainian soldiers have had this song on repeat for four days now...let's just hope that these heroes can indeed part ways with that coward very soon... What a band, for me there is no other like them... amazing how Floor does that high part and stupendous final of the song after 'windmilling' for the better part of 30 seconds... great reaction again Sir, thank you so much...👌

[@jacksmith-vs4ct]

I like it but the song doesn't come out quite right but I will say she does well better that she has any right too lol

[@mhartsook]

Since you referenced Ukraine, Check out "Alga" by Ignea which is a Ukrainian metal band. If you have not already.

[@bobgross8761]

Great reaction! This song is one of the best examples of their power as a band. Unselfish. Deceptive power. And, yes, six people who ALL have an extra gear. Thanks!

[@chuckwagon7860]

Loved your reaction! "Wembley, Let's Go!" Floors me every single time! LOL! Blessings to you!

[@oceansoul085]

Your comments about guitarists whose tone is instantly recognizable, that really resonates. I think Slash was the first one I realized I could always recognize as distinct no matter where he popped up as a guest player.

[@RenThraysk]

Marco is on Ayreon's The Theory of Everything, plays The Rival.

[@nancyjufwho]

Ayreon - River of Time (Universe) with Marco and Hansi kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGjdqY2am7ajq68

[@mosketemi]

I just love how synesthetic your reactions are…you’re doing a great job, Eric! Thank you!

[@rickphil9999]

Loved your comment that this band is the Bob Ross of metal. Now that he has passed away, I still have fond memories of him teaching us to paint and the pure joy he brought to the task. Nightwish brings many emotions, but chief among them is the sense of joy they express throughout their performance.

[@jukkahelminen9071]

Thanks, this was a good video again. It’s interesting to follow what you find about them and their music. Floor and Marko. They are probably one of the best singer couples. When there are players in soccer or hockey whose teamwork is perfect. And we admire "how the two always find each other on the field," so Marko and Floor have the same situation. Perfection. You are right about Tuomas. He doesn’t make music for the radio. Actually, he does it for himself. Kind of. His process is that he gets the vision, hears it in his head. Then write it. And finally the lyrics. He doesn’t think about what others think of it. I am happy that he is financially free to do so. The worst thing would be if his creativity were forced to make music for the money. Now he is in a situation where he can give wings to his imagination. And we are the winners in this case !!!

[@pekkakarppinen1608]

This is very powerful and well staged live performance. Look how wide Floor opens her mouth at the end. It's like a Great White. Her spiritual animals are the Wolf and the Dog. She has tattooed them behind her ears. I saw them in the morning (High Hopes 😂).

[@SYNtemp]

You remember the shirt she wears while singing that 2021 cover of Alone? "I howl and scream, bcse I'm not afraid anymore" (i hope memory serves ok)

[@SuperMoofie]

The power that comes through her face in that moment is unbelievable.

[@wjl2601]

It's a classic story telling song and they do it with such intensity, subtlety and class that it's easily one of my favorite Nightwish performances. The moment at 22:36 that she turns into a wolf for a few seconds is priceless. Thank you!

[@helenooft9664]

When i hear my favorite band playing a song, it is like there are angels pissing on your tongue, thanks for your reactions, always love your comment.

[@jasonmarshall7572]

Some of there songs fills me up with so much energy i feel like i'm preparing for battle.

[@spencerstrecheniuk3582]

Floor just started recording in another singing competition called sing meinin song - a German competition where other singers (mostly pop singers) sing each other’s songs. She already blew the doors off a beste zangers (Dutch competition). Hopefully we’ll get a chance to see the episodes with English subs. 😊

[@thisworldofwater8017]

Eric, my faves this time: "a stuffed pillow of energy and lightness" and "the Bob Ross of metal, just happy trees everywhere". I do think the children are the future, but as far as reviewing music, they just don't have the imagination or the vocabulary. Everything's "cool", "soothing" or...well that's it. Take care.

[@olindasilva315]

This is my favorite Nightwish song. Thank you for giving it another one of your brilliant and methodical reactions.

[@johnekare8376]

Great reaction Eric! This is one of my favorites! The energy is through the roof, but controlled and channeled into one concentrated beam that hits you in the chest.

[@mailen5187]

Thank you Eric again for a great reaction. You have become my favorite reactor and I’m always looking forward to your next one. Please keep on reacting Nightwish, which for me is the best Band in the World 🤘❣️

[@emy6732]

There are no official live versions yet on youtube, but if you want to hear what Tuomas writes when he wants to challenge Floor, I highly suggest Music, Shoemaker or Pan from " Human:Nature" , their last album

[@stpfs9281]

The included "Shoemaker" in recent concerts, with "Laudato Si" as a Finale.

[@majbrat]

I get you - I get that 1970s nostalgia ROCK. These guys are what we called Super Stars!

[@Green-Lyon]

Emppu's time of doubt actually occured around 2001, a really rough time for the band. Their first bassist, Sami Vänskä, was let go, due to missing appointments and not really showing enough commitment. Emppu had started complaining about feeling like just a "hired gun". In an article a few years ago, Tarja stated that this was for her the start of things going downhill. Tuomas called their labels and unofficially declared that Nightwish was done and that he might do another album, but he'd never again perform with them live. Luckily a hiking trip with good friend Tony Kakko (formerly of Sonata Arctica) gave Tuomas a change of heart.

[@andreaspedersen3952]

Talking about Troy.. You might want to check out "My walden" from same concert, which is one of the more folky songs, and you can hear his "beautiful pipes"😉 It also shows how much he appreciated being there.

[@Shinara1975666]

I concur

[@truckrboat]

Now you know why this is my absolute favorite NW song and particularly this version. Absolutely amazing!

[@teacher_fher]

I just can't wait for when you do their epics the poet and the pendulum and the greatest show on earth. Amazing react and analysis as always. Cheers!

[@papaherf7349]

I concur

[@guidoseerden9545]

It is quite difficult to say: "The best is yet to come". Because every single song belongs to "the best is yet to come". But man, "Poet & the Pendulum", really gets you by the throat!

[@TheIpadfanatic]

This track first appeared on 2007's Dark Passion play and was written for Anette Olzon from Sweden. Not a stupid analogy at all. Derrick Henry is an absolute beast and his ability to accelerate in the open field is a thing of beauty. In 57 years of existence, I have no one to compare him to.

[@mikkis1746]

Many thanks Eric for another great reaction on this journey of awesomeness you are sharing with us! I think the level of quality of what you do here is worthy of this amazing band - Kudos

[@impugnu7852]

Thank you Eric! Its strange that i suggested this song to you yesterday, only to realize now that i really needed it myself. While i was in a less comfortable mental place this weekend, where my inner warrior was restless and worried about the world, this song somehow lifts my spirit, gives me the energy carry on and do what is right. Thank you!

[@dennisweifenbach2647]

Nightwish, they know what they're doing and they do it so well. Every member of the group. I can't imagine loosing anyone. That makes the loosing of Marko so difficult. He is a tough, as any of them would be, how to replace him, not on that the rest of the group.

[@Thorgrim247]

Another of my favorites! This one was inspired by the Steven King book series called Dark Tower V "Wolves of Calla". In my opinion it is also all about "Carpe diem". The wolves and the poison are metaphors for death, which is never far away in all of our lives. Make the most of every day. It may be your last. Live life to its fullest and grab everything life has to offer. Heroes dare to take chances to grab for everything they dream of in life. Cowards never take the chance to achieve success and fulfillment of their dreams. Fear of failure. Damn, you are great at finding descriptive designations & texture references for music. Are you an author? Well done Eric. Passion! Yes, that is where Annette left this song and in came the Queen. "Is this where, Heroes and Cowards part ways"! Yes! Never hatred Eric. Henry is absolutely dominant as a runner. Marko big vocal influence is Ronnie James Dio. it does that for me as well. This band has reignited my passion for music. It has been missing or at least dulled for a couple decades. Too much music and music industry can dull even the most passionate music lover. Marko has hooked up with Arjen several times. I would suggest you return to Wacken 2013 to experience the opener "Dark Chest of Wonders" (Wacken fans see Floor 1st time). As well as the closer, "Last Ride of the Day", which is a great song to close the show. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJatdH97qbdpb9k - Dark Chest of Wonders - Wacken 2013 w/lyrics kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHbOommggNmYhrs - Last Ride of the Day - Wacken 2013 w/lyrics

[@scottb.4472]

I love your reactions you are definitely one of the best I've ever seen on KZbin....... I remember when I 1st started following Nightwish and I heard Floor Jansen Sing I stated stated in one reaction video that shouldn't video that she reminds me of a couple of running backs in the NFL...... And there are not too many running backs in the history of the NFL that can run you over stop on the dime catch balls out of the backfield block if they have to....... And come up huge in the clutch and just have a presence about them that everyone else notices immediately........... And for some reason I always thought that was a good analogy for Floor because she can do just about anything but some of her best attributes are stuff you can't put your finger on they are so subjective and that's what I think makes her amazing

[@lexdon]

Love your reactions and all the things you point out while listening, and also your comparisons to other bands and putting it all into a larger context. I personally find these reaction videos to be some of the most entertaining and educating ones out there. Looking forward to more Nightwish reaction videos! 😃 Also, if you feel like digging into more Kamelot, I can really recommend the songs from Kamelot's "One Cold Winter's Night" Live DVD recorded in Oslo in 2006, there are some really nice gems in there.

[@Quarrymanly]

Sir Eric, you provide such a wealth of intuitive analysis, while Nightwish is far and away my most essential addiction you’ve managed to add a significant layer to my ability to enjoy them even more. I frequent your performances over and over because of this…. Many many thanks.

[@conradamber]

another one of my favorites :-)! Thanks for that. This band, man... This certainly has a very different vibe from dead boys poem. They are masters of emotion; For the happier vibes I usually go to Alpenglow, My walden, or - often forgotten - over the hills and far away. The official live video for that one has a lot of photographs of the band they wanted to share with the fans. Very much worth watching. you got it quite right by the way: this band as a whole is greater than the individual parts. Every one of them individually is a master of their chosen craft, but forged together by Tuomas' craft, they reach heights few bands have attained before them. And each of them willingly bend themselves to his craft. That makes them truly great.

[@ejllamobeolan5025]

Emppu is so underrated. I'm happy your seeing it. Can he shed? of course better then most in fact. And if you look you'll see he only has a volume control knob. Hmm no tone control. This is huge part of his tone.. it's awesome

[@Ovrkyl]

You're partially right. Yes, the song was written before Floor joined the band. But also technically the song was written before Anette joined the band. The album Dark Passion Play was written after Tarja had been ejected from the band but before Anette had been chosen to replace her. The band members said it was scary because they wrote the lyrics and music and had all the tracks laid down without any of the female vocals and they weren't sure it was going to work, they weren't sure they were ever going to find someone to fill the gap left by Tarja at that point. So with that in mind, the tracks on DPP could be done with either Anette's or Floor's vocals without saying they "belonged" to either. It's a unique album in Nightwish's catalog (and their darkest for obvious reasons).

[@NeeceLoneWolf]

This song is about the Wolves coming for Tuomas. The Finnish media and Government, everyone over what happened. So my fantasy hubby Sir Tony Kakko took Tuomas hiking because Tuomas wanted to end Nightwish. Tony talked him out of it and helped Tuomas through his depression. All Tony has ever said is he is glad their walk helped Tuomas.

[@BoonesRevenge]

Amazing song, great performance 🙏 And great reaction as always 👍

[@zoeystar4668]

Priceless vocal instruments They all are like Stradivarius violins. Perfection never heard before.

[@winterwillow3078]

For me this song sounds like I am on horseback in the wild untouched forests. The moment when you and your horse just gallop fast, almost loosing control is the feeling I get from this song. Listening your description of the box and energy just amazes me. I feel joy listening your descreption of all the images and feelings you get, because your passion for music shines bright at that moment. Keep up the reactions :)

[@milipro828]

You made a great point around the guitar tone! I love David Gilmour but Emppu and his ESP are a match made in heaven!

[@Eloso3135]

Your reactions and analysis on Nightwish are brilliant. Your ability to develop and explain a framework for much of what their music makes me feel is amazing. Hey! Get out of my head!😂🙈

[@gregfancher1]

Ah - one if my 2 faves ( live Ghost River too). The studio version of this song as performed by Anette was a good, clean and polished version. The beauty of Floor is that she takes Nightwish songs as sung by either Tarja or Anette and truly takes them to 11. This band us just unworthy great. Empuu never does any more or less than what the song needs. I love Kai. Jukka is an unbelievable showman and fantastic drummer and I was sad when he stepped back. Kai is in my opinion the only drummer who could have stepped in and carried on. Jukka was like the incredible hulk of the band and just smashed everything. Kai is Dr Strange - calm, cool and collected but equally effective.

[@rolandconnor575]

The last 81 seconds is completely devastating, I haven't seen or heard anything ever like it and I am 69. thanks Eric for your insights

[@laponte2009la]

This song has such a 70s vibe it has alot of throwback feeling that I enjoyed in the music of that time.

[@irmariscruz2720]

Eric. you are on point with this band. you are full of wisdom about to comment for Nigthwish❤

[@northof4912]

This was 2015, 3 years into her time with the band, 2nd tour. Well practiced together.

[@northof4912]

I’m literally just watching your reaction right now, paused to make a comment, and I get a like right away! Talk about being on top of things!!!

[@villainouschrisk]

this is the mid point of the "Vehicle of Spirit" tour for "Endless Forms Most Beautiful" the album they released in 2015. like i said before, NW's first time ever playing Wembley. was a week before Christmas. Tuomas said in an interview it was almost 18 years to the day of their first ever gig, a New Years Party. 17? 18? 19? their 20th anniversary album "Decades" (the 2018 show in B.A.) came after this, so was one of those. from the notes of another reactor, Tank The Tech, definitely worth a watch. guitar and pyro tech. Emppu has played that custom ESP EV - 1 guitar since he became exclusively sponsored by them in 2004. according to his guitar tech, they switch out all the hardware on it before each tour. Emppu fun facts: 5'3", Judo Master. Floor is every bit a super athlete like any other pro whatever doing it. she's a super heavyweight.

[@kurzzyou5537]

Love this song thx..can't wait to see your reaction to the other favorites , lots more to go which is a good thing.

[@drumguy1384]

I didn't read down the comments too much, so I apologize if this has been brought up before. This song is based on a novel called Wolves of the Callah, part of the Dark Tower series by Stephen King. The series' main protagonist is a somewhat mysterious guy named Roland Deschain, known in the first book as only "The Gunslinger." The world he lives in has devolved into something approximating the old american west. When you were mentioning the thematic elements you were noticing and how they made you feel I was struck by how well Thuomas translated the themes of that world into his music to the point that you saw the imagery even though you weren't familiar with the book (if you were, I apologize, but you didn't say so.) That dude is a master of his craft.

[@gene6690]

Hey, Eric thanks for bringing the Noughtwish analysis to another level.. Tuomas was handed an amazing "musical instrument" when Floor Jansen joined Nightwish.

[@IamLloyd]

You're right. Nightwish isn't just for metalhead dudes in black t-shirts. I saw Nightwish at House of Blues in Orlando on the Endless Forms tour. As I'm standing in line for the doors to open, i turn around and there is this old couple, probably in their mid 70s. The guy was in his khaki shorts, bright orange polo shirt, Titleist ball cap looking like he was ready to hit the links, and his wife was equally dolled up in her summer yacht club gear. I kinda did a double take and actually had to ask: "are you sure you are in the right line?" Yup. They were there to see Nightwish. During the show, the wife was headbanging with the best of them. Great music is universal.

[@orangeguppie6897]

Thanks again Eric ,for another amazing reaction! And yes, Marco did sing with Ayreon. See you at your next one, bye??

[@foolofatook2699]

I've been watching Nightwish reactions almost every day for 3 or 4 years, and Derrick Henry is probably the best comparison I've heard for Floor! Looking forward to watching your reactions for hopefully a very long time.

[@oceansoul085]

My time is precious, and I’m very discerning about where I spend it online. You, sir, are well worth every second spent. Thank you. My favorite bit of this performance is the grins that Emppu and Troy share while playing together there at the end .

[@muusihuusi]

Great reaction and analysis of the song. I can't wait to see your reaction for two masterpieces. And after you have reacted maybe 20 songs, you notice how empty Your emotional chest is. You just enter the empty etheric feeling every time you hear NW. It is like nothing else matters anymore. It is happy feeling.

[@Neonbob]

Another Great Song. Another awesome review. This song showcases Nightwish ability to build & Take you for that ride. Full speed horse riding. One of their best.

[@islgrl292]

Not sure why you think Emppu would have been struggling with his guitarist identity in the mid to late 2000’s, as he, Tuomas, & Tarja were the founding members, old school friends. He looks sweet, & young, maybe that is why. Marco & Tuomas wrote this little diddy! I think he is great guitarist, that isn’t flashy, but always delivers perfection. I do believe this came out in Annette’s day.

[@BigzampanoXXL]

Great reaction as EVER, you are one of the best. Hopefully you get an interview with Floor or Tuomas because you have real deep explanations.

[@kezca]

Couldn't hit the play button quick enough when i saw you were doing another nightwish reaction. Love it my favourite reactor and my favourite band. Great analysis right there Thankyou.

[@michaelmorgenbesser7026]

You obviously know and understand a great deal about music 🎵🎶 and performing, and it's greatly appreciated, especially by me, a lifelong musician and performer, and I'm 72 years old now, but the one thing I want you to listen to and realize is that much more than any vocalist I've ever heard, and I've heard very many, is that Floor is so much better than anyone I've ever heard, she has the ability to change the vocal technique on a dime, within a song, to best fit what she is trying to express. She can change from classical technique to musical theater, to metal technique (or hard rock singer technique, and umpteen subtle variations of them, and others) purposely, even from note to note. I realize you don't like to compare, but if you add her incredible stage presence/command, and ability to express exactly what she feels and get people listening to understand what she is expressing and get inside the listener, she's clearly (to me) several levels better than anyone I've ever heard, period. And yes, the whole band is as close to perfect as possible. Just saying, listen closer to her, and you'll realize just how amazing she really is. Just saying.

[@don-o-seven1437]

Once again love the detail of your reactions. Your ability see all the sounds in these songs is wonderful. My life’s goal is to learn enough about music to actually hear instruments and understand each in its own space.

[@kentk2215]

Love your commentary. Spot on! You’re correct, this was written for Anette. You probably should check out something of hers, maybe Amaranth, Scaretale, or Meadows of Heaven, to get an idea of her abilities. Stick with the studio recordings. Keep exploring Nightwish. I’ll keep watching.

[@frankmerris8821]

another great reaction Eric.by the way i noticed(i think)your not writing anything down when listening to NIGHTWISH. no words for this amazing group lol.ROCK ON

[@Tearnofear]

it seems you're never lost of words talking bout Nightwish :D Well done and a pleasure to listen to!

[@cbyrne7609]

"the Bob Ross of metal... happy trees everywhere...". lol, what a perfect way of putting it!

[@ryanlucker7680]

what i love is the bouzouki troy is playing there

[@amygoodson-catlady]

Just a couple comments... with regards to Marko and Floor's harmonies, it's just a fact that together, they are magical. They were 'born to sing together' so to speak. I recently watched another reactor do The Poet and the Pendulum, and he actually pointed out that Floor was doing a great job singing with a backing track... Army, please correct me if I'm wrong, but I've never known Floor to use or ever even need, a backing track. I believe what he was actually hearing was the perfection of the Floor/Marko harmonies...Marko has an amazing high register, and often, you almost can't hear him as a separate tone when he does those high harmonies! Not so for this track, but thought that was worth pointing out. Also, a note on how *tight* the whole band is performing these live shows... while writing and working on a.new album, the whole band go on a month or so long retreat, out in nature, just the band. The bonding that creates totally transfers to not just the album product, but also to every live show. I've heard many reactors say that the band seems to be having fun on stage...they actually are! They respect and enjoy one another, personally and professionally. You can't fake that live!

[@impugnu7852]

Nightwish are a symphonic metal band, so there is a backing track in most of the songs with Orchestra (the London Philharmonic) and choir. But there is no backing track for their own part: if Tuomas stops playing there is no piano of synths, if Kay stops there is no drum, if Floor stops singing there are no vocals (other then Marko or Troy). The choir can add harmonies but they are way in the back, like the violins horns etc.

[@amygoodson-catlady]

@@impugnu7852 Oh yes, of course, that I understand. I was referring to a vocal backing track like Anette used to have bc her voice was so thin. I think what you're saying, is, no, Floor does not use a backing track of her own vocals to sing with...

[@klausbak8211]

Oh oh here we go, Eric…🤘🤘🤘

[@marcel021065]

Mannnn i Hope every member of the NW army wil subscribe to youre channel, youre reactions are soo good, and great addition to our love for Nw, thanks for this Great reaction, and Please stay on this train, and do a NW reaction lets say once a week😀 then we now you wil be with us the next 2 years