Unbelievable First Impression - Nightwish - Ghost Love Score

[@gabriel_bardac]

Hello Swift [ Swift Reactions ] ! Nightwish fan here, your musical quest summoned me. Welcome to the world of symphonic metal! And thank you for checking this legendary band! This live recording is from Wacken Open Air 2013, together with Floor Jansen [pronounced Yansen], the 3rd and present female singer of the band, in front of an 82K audience. About the instrumental and vocal added parts - it's good to know they recorded their orchestral and vocal back tracks with prestigious institutions as London Philharmonic Orchestra. London's The Metro Voices choir group and London's Young Musicians Children's Choir as their regular partners. Since this is your first Nightwish reaction, it is my duty to give you the [updated] short history of the band concentrated by Ann Waychoff, one of the biggest Nightwish fan who has since passed away (and I am doing this in her memory): " Nightwish was started in 1996.They are considered a Symphonic Metal band, with a female main singer. They are from Finland. Tuomas Holopainen [pronounced Tuo-mas], the keyboard player, composes and writes the lyrics for 95% of their music. [Sami Vanska was the bassist of the band starting with their 2nd studio album, he was with them until 2001. Then Marco Hietala was bassist and vocals, since 2001 to 2020. He recently announced his retirement both from the band and the public life for the next year at least. Then in May 2021 Jukka Koskinen [pronounced Yukka] became the bassist of the band, for the Human :II: Nature tour - and recently, the band announced he became a permanent member] And there is the guitarist Emppu Vuorinen [he also recorded the bass lines for their 1st studio album]. Then there is Troy Donockley from UK who is a multi-instrumentalist and vocals. Jukka Nevalainen [pronounced Yukka] is the drummer. In 2015 due to Jukka's health issues Kai Hahto became the drummer and as of now is a permanent addition. Nightwish has had three singers. 1st one was Tarja Turunen [pronounced Tarr-ya] (Operatic vocals). She was with them until 2005. The 2nd one was Anette Olzon from Sweden (Poppy, strong vocals). She was with them until 2012.The 3rd and current singer is Floor Jansen, from Netherlands (power, operatic, soprano.....most versatile) - you just heard her. There are live concerts that you should use depending on what era. From Wishes to Eternity and End of an Era (Tarja), Montreux Festival live 2012 and Exit Festival (Anette), Live at Wacken 2013, Live at Wembley, Live at Tampere, Vehicle of Spirit, Decades live (Floor). I hope this helps. I want to welcome you to the Nightwish community. I hope you like them enough to continue the journey. Believe me Nightwish will surprise you with their songs. You will never know what to expect. They are unbelievable live. I want to warn you that Nightwish fans are hard core. So be prepared. lol " For an extended set of suggestion (with links), I posted 2 huge comments in the community tab in my main YT channel: www.youtube.com/@gabriel.bardac/community 🤘

[@Z-one1000]

I'm surprised. Usually your comment is the very first one I see at the top, even if the reactor hasn't pinned it.

[@gabriel.bardac]

@@Z-one1000Yes, last night I fell asleep before 3am, probably a little before this reaction. I got 6 hours of sleep, which is reasonable for the weekend. Then I checked the reactions, together with the first coffee 🤘

[@hayatofury8580]

o7

[@Ati-MarcusS]

@@gabriel.bardaco7 sw German Division reporting In General Gabe

[@SwiftReactions]

Ah the fabled Gabriel appears... I was beginning to wonder if you were a myth! Thank you kindly for the welcome and for all that amazing info. I just subscribed to your channel and I will definitely check out your links and suggestions as I head down the Nightwish rabbit hole. If I get lost feel free to steer me back on track. I really love suggestions and learning more about new artists and bands so I genuinely thank you from the bottom of my Lil aussie heart. Cheers Gabriel 🍻🤘🇦🇺

[@nevermore5168]

So you found our rabbit hole? The only thing left to do is to follow it and never turn around. This is only one song. We are called the Nightwish army and she is our Valkyrie Queen ( well others call her the Valkyrie Goddess ) Symphonic metal has a plethora of different kinds of music styles and this band hits everyone of them. Continue your travels down the hole you'll never want to leave!🎼🌹

[@joenalaska]

I prefer Goddess of Metal/Metal Goddess, but to each their own 😂

[@nevermore5168]

@@joenalaska whatever you choose I respect!👍

[@danilolapierre5610]

GLS @ Wacken 2013 is the platinum standard in epicness for every live performance in symphonic metal and similar metal genres. The big stage, the crowd, the sound, the pyrotechnics, Tuomas' grand composition, the delivery by the whole band, and of course Floor Jansen's on-stage presence and mindblowing voice. It helps that Floor hit all her notes strong and clean in this performance. It's one of these moments when everything comes together as if all stars aligned perfectly. 🤘🔥

[@alanfoster6589]

I'm 77. Looking at me, not many folks would think I like metal, either. But as a lover of classical music from age six, the synthesis that Nightwish (and others) provide was a wonderful surprise when I discovered symphonic metal in my 60's.

[@lillianekockritz2796]

It has been the same with me. I am 65 and found Nightwish on KZbin. I fell in love immediately and I am a big fan of this incredible band now. I also like bands like Epica or Leaves' Eyes but in Symphonic Metal Nightwish is on another level.

[@Keyboardje]

Me too. I was 59 (now almost 62) when I stumbled upon Nightwish and this song with my fellow Dutchy Floor Jansen. I knew then that I had finally found THE band, THE type of music, and THE singer I had been looking for without knowing it all my life. Never even imagined that to be any kind of Metal. I'm a very sensitive woman, so I didn't listen to anything Metal before, thinking it would be too loud, too overwhelming and not my thing at all, but none of that was true! I LOVE it. To me it is the perfect blend of classical music and voice with Metal beat, and I feel my whole body move and react to it every single time I hear this song. It touches me profoundly, makes me happy, and it feels like a warm pair of arms holding me, surrounding me with loving, almost healing sound.

[@lillianekockritz2796]

@@KeyboardjeI also feel very warm and touched inside every time I listen to Nightwish even with the heavier songs. Also for me it is now THE band with great music and words, artists and - of course - singer. I admire Floor - she is at the same time strong and sensitive, a siren and an amazon, with one of the most beautiful and versatile voices I have ever heard. And a humble kind personality. Todays you have to look for a person like this for a long time.

[@louisminten7889]

In april word ik 65. Moet ik mijn naam misschien gaan veranderen naar kante-boordje@@Keyboardje 😁

[@Plastikdoom]

Well, good metal of any kind is the most complex as whole form of music made these days. Sadly. Go check out Opeth. Especially their old. First stuff, to like 6-7 years ago, covers so many areas and playing, singing styles. From death metal at times to almost symphonic. In every song. And long ones. That are complex and great like Floyd.

[@rolandconnor575]

Congratulations, you just witnessed perhaps the greatest live performance in history. This is THE Platinum standard. Pick any other track from this concert, then any Nightwish song that Floor is singing and you are on your way. She is not of this world. Watch for our General Gabriel to welcome you and follow his suggestions. We will be right behind you and enjoy the ride! Nightwish Army Vancouver, BC SW Canadian division reporting!

[@ronaldmcrae4896]

Just subscribed. This band seems to appeal to all ages. I'm 79 and Nightwish is my favorite.

[@tracyfarnath2270]

Welcome to Nightwish, four Finns one Dutch and one English, band members, very diverse, always better live, Gabriel will give you a list if you want to hear more from this fantastic band, thank you for your reaction 🇬🇧

[@Thorgrim247]

Welcome to the world of the amazing Nightwish, and the Dutch queen of symphonic metal. You are correct in your commentary lovely lady. Nightwish fans include young children (especially girls) all the way to 80 year old men and women. All drawn together by the passionate love of metal with drama and beautiful melodies. It makes for a loving fan base who gather to celebrate epic music and poetic lyricism from this unique and special group of extremely talented musical ensemble. They do have some more aggressive songs, but only when the story calls for anger. Most of their music and lyrics reflect on yearning to recapture the lost innocence of youth, and the wonder and beauty of the human experience. Gabriel Bardac should be by very soon to guide you on the journey if you decide to venture into the mind and soul of Tuomas Holopainen and his wonderful compositions. Hope to see you again very soon.

[@richardmead5969]

it`s rock, metal is a SUB genre, Nightwish can stand with any rock band

[@Spetulhu]

Great reaction! As for the guy "waiting around" it was the guitarist (Emppu Vuorinen) who is actually a very talented player, but he doesn't let his ego get in the way of a great performance. These musicians are all top notch and could pull solo projects if they wanted. Tuomas Holopainen - the keyboardist - is the main song writer. The drummer (Kai Hahto) has played for a lot of bands and the female vocalist (Floor Jansen) has fronted bands long before this. This wasn't one of the songs where the bassist (Marco Hietala, sadly quit some time ago) got to sing but he's actually very good at it. Still fronts his own project and the band Tarot with his brother. Check Nightwish and "While your lips are still red" live at Wembley if you don't believe me.

[@rudolfo963]

Actually, this drummer is Jukka Nevalainen. He retired from touring around 2015, and he recruited his friend Kai Hahto to replace him. Jukka is the drummer for this entire show.

[@Spetulhu]

@@rudolfo963 Damn, right you are! Well, Jukka wasn't a slouch either. He could have played for any number of bands if he just wanted to, but one must respect a man who jumps off when he needs to.

[@toned-fcreations5522]

Don't expect every Nightwish song to be like this one. Each song is different and each one an adventure. Try any live performances from different concerts and you'll hear how versatile they are. Lots of other commenters will give you all the information you want to know.

[@rnowak85]

Great reaction and welcome to the glorious world of Symphonic Metal and one of the best bands within that genre, Nightwish. Symphonic Metal is the glorious mash up of symphonic composition, orchestral instruments, and heavy metal. Wacken Open Air is one of the biggest metal festivals in the world. Nightwish was headlining and their were 82,000 people at this performance. Wacken is normally a sleepy village in Germany. The bulls head (flaming here) is the logo of the festival because the area is a cattle ranching area most of the year. The unusual instruments you are referring to is the keyboardist's stand for his Korg keyboards. It is inspired by the Sibelius monument in Helsinki, Finland which honors Finlands greatest classical composer Jean Sibelius. The band is Finnish and their main composer and keyboardist, Tuomas Holopainen is a big fan. He is also a big fan of movie scores, Disney, and Hans Zimmer thus the cinematic quality of many of their songs. Tuomas also has a rack to hold a bottle of red wine in the stand. They are an amazing band and the Nightwish Army is an lovely group of people. Floor Jansen is their third female lead singer and has been singing in metal bands since she was 16 years old (1996). She is Dutch. She is also a vocal nerd who has studied and mastered just about every vocal technique and uses them to evoke the exact emotions Tuomas is going for. If you want to see a more mainstream side of her checkout her cover of Lady Gaga's Shallow on the Dutch singing show Beste Zangers. Very unexpected and powerful. kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2eboZhqlsRssM0si=z8ynYwlpK5w4-gwn. here's hoping you continue

[@SwiftReactions]

Wow. I didn't know she was dutch. I'm 1/4 dutch myself so I'm always keen to support dutch talent. I will definitely check out your suggestion. More Nightwish coming soon. Cheers 🍻🙏🇦🇺

[@littleraven28]

The US has been slowly discovering this gem from Finland. This song is very melodic and fits the name symphonic metal very well, but make no mistake, they are definitely a metal band. Which is why they were headlining Wacken Open Air, one of the biggest metal festivals in Europe in front of 82,000 people. For another gear, you might want to listen to Romanticide from the same concert. Enjoy🖤🤘🏽

[@SwiftReactions]

Thanks. I'll check that out. 🍻🤘🇦🇺

[@zbygniewprlwytzkofsky6614]

And Storytime and Everdream and and...... just follow the recommendations of our general Gabriel Bardac.@@SwiftReactions

[@joshuaburba1048]

Romanticide is about 10 gears removed from Ghost Love Score, LOL. But, she mentioned Metallica, so it would be fitting for her to hear a MUCH heavier song.

[@Mars-is4un]

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

[@SwiftReactions]

Cheers buddy 🍻🇦🇺👋

[@JWNanaimo]

Wacken 2013 starring Nightwish and co-starring the 80,000 is..wow!! The energy this band always creates with their crowd connection is incredible!! Welcome aboard the Nightwish express. It takes you away. You don’t know where they’ll take you but you know it going to be friggin’ epic every time . Sensory overload….and Floorgasms..NW style!! Bring some carrots. You’re on your way down the Nightwish rabbit hole and it’s a deep one😉

[@silverblack5475]

Another soul snatched by the Valkyrie Godess !!!! My Dear you just had your very 1st " Floorgasm" You must continue to React to Nightwish it gets better and better Check Gabriel's comment it'll help you navigate this journey .

[@roy19491]

Floor Jansen (the Valkyrie Goddess) stands over 6 feet tall in bare feet, and she's wearing 4 to 5 inch heels here.......Tuomas Holopainen (the Metal Mozart) is the keyboardist, co-founder (in 1996), leader, guru, composer, lyricist, arranger, and producer of 95% of the band's music.....that was not water Empuu (the guitarist) was drinking; it was Corona......audience was an intimate little gathering of 82, 000.....the entire legendary show is available on both DVD and KZbin under the title of "Showtime, Storytime".....Floor can sing Amy Lee under the table......Nightwish Army, South Carolina, USA

[@evergreendorneymahoning5435]

Yep, Amy Lee isn't even close

[@bennybuffylove]

@@evergreendorneymahoning5435 Nobody is or was since I've been alive, and I'm 75.

[@g.gordon8117]

Welcome to Nightwish and our 6'1 Dutch Valkyrie Godess Floor Jansen. When Gen Gabriel visits with you, follow his advice on all things Nightwish and you can't go wrong. Nightwish Army North Florida Airborne Div reporting in. Enjoy the rabbit hole that is Nightwish.

[@jukeboxdave6026]

Hi my friend great reaction welcome to the amazing world of nightwish so much great music the nightwish army are amazing fans and people take notice of general Gabriel and you will not go wrong have fun love and respect from the UK 👍👍🌟😀😀 amazing channel 👍

[@Frightspear]

Nightwish Army Finland here! A very nice reaction, thank you! There's just Nightwish doing Nightwish things! And as you have surely noticed, although they are all outstanding , none of them standout. Nightwish is their own genre and no other band comes close to the level they are at. Enjoy the journey!

[@larryd4352]

Welcome to the rabbit hole that is Nightwish!!! The crowd was a sellout of 82,000 people....and I wish I lived in Germany in 2013! I am 66 years young and a big Nightwish fan! In all my years of listening to Rock, Heavy Metal, etc...Nightwish is by far the best band I have ever followed! They are that good! Nightwish Army, Austin Texas Division signing out!

[@fizzyridertoo]

You're not the only one! Hopefully they'll include Austin on their next tour. We had to fly to LA to catch them the last time.

[@richardmead5969]

greetings fellow austinite, although live in colorado now, born texan

[@JStephens_73]

Welcome to a journey through music like no other you will take. A journey which will also bring with it the fanbase known as the Nightwish Army (don't worry we are a very friendly bunch).

[@johncheek2415]

I am 73 years old and from Texas and i have been a NIGHTWISH fan since 1999 and have seen them dozens of times in many different countries and in small venues to large open air festivals, and yes i was at this festival.

[@ruma9687]

You, sir, are a hero, that's some dedication to a band 👍

[@darkiee69]

When this was recorded Floor had been the replacement singer of Nightwish för just about 10 months. She did her first show in Seattle Wa on Oct 1st 2012 after the band fired Anette, their second singer. This was recorded Aug.3rd 2013. This song wasn't on the set list for the tour originally since Anette didn't have the vocal ability to perform it. But Floor had heard the song when her first band After Forever" toured with Nightwish when Tarja, their first singer, was still in the band, and she loved it. So Floor asked Tuomas (the guy behind the keyboards) if they could make it a part of the set list. And they did, it was song number 13 of a 15 song set. There's som minor variations in the backing between Floors and Tarjas version, mainly that the choir have been reduced in volume. There's a video on youtube from, I think, Argentina, recorded Dec15th 2012. And there's one of Tarja doing it too. If you want to know more about how Floor got in to the band I can recommend a documentary, also here on KZbin called "Please learn the setlist in 48 hours" Tuomas keyboard stand is a tribute to a Sibelius monument in Helsinki. And the place is called Vacken if you pronounce it in English, In German W is pronounced as V, and V as F.

[@nicefish10]

I was at Floors first show in Seattle…..place went bonkers when she came out on stage.

[@vogel2280]

Technically Anette quit. Though I don't think she had many other options left. (I know: potáto, potàto)

[@gsparkman]

Nightwish Army, Southern California contingent, welcoming you to the amazingly inventive music of Nightwish. This 2013 Wacken concert is one in a million. You really can’t go wrong with doing a reaction to any song from this concert. These songs will give you a good foundation to move into their later works. It’s all good.

[@fabrizio_prina]

Hello @Swift Reactions, Nightwish Army Italian Division here. Welcome to the wonderful world of European symphonic metal and Nightwish. 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@AndrewinAus]

Welcome to the very deep winding rabbit hole that is NIghtwish and Symphonic Metal. Nightwish Army (Australian Division) here, nice to have you in our ranks. I am sure your official welcome from General Gabriel will be forthcoming as others have said. It is always a pleasure to see another discover Nightwish and to be completely entranced by out Valkyrie Queen Floor. This performance was relatively early on in Floor's time as the bands lead vocalist. I felt watching this for the first time that last section of the song where Floor raises her hand as she sings was moment she took command of the German Divsions (and visitors) of the Nightwish Army. For me Storytime from the same event Wacken 2013 might be a nice next step.😉😂🤟

[@jewfish68]

It's great to see another Aussie discover Nightwish. I first heard this a few years ago and they instantly became the centre of my musical universe. You are right with the word "accessible"- they are metal but unlike anything else. They are their own genre - bombasticly melodic, while blending in styles such as celtic folk with themes driven by wonder, people and awe of the universe. The back catlogue is truly incredible. And that's just the band - don't even get me started on the gift to the world that is Floor Jansen! I hope there is more Nightwish to come on your channel because we Nightwish Army tragics love nothing more than to see the smiles on reactor's faces when they experience another great Nightwish song.

[@Donna-C]

They are incredible musicians - enjoy! 🇦🇺😊

[@cookie13lu]

Wacken is in Germany, a well known festival with a lot of bands. That year Nightwish were the main band I would say. They played before a crowd of approximately 82.000 people. Floor (the singer) at that time was not yet officilay member of the band but just a fill-in singer for the last 10 months. Enjoy them because there is yet a lot to come if you so wish.

[@strabel803]

Well,she was officially ,together with Troy,a band member on June 2013 but, they made it public at the end of October 2013.😉

[@jamescurfman3284]

There are hundreds of Sub-Genres in Metal these days. This is Symphonic Metal and Nightwish is one of the three bands credited with founding the sub-genre.

[@calanor4130]

Finnish metal musicians do not drink water! 😉 Thanks for reacting to this exceptional band!

[@davidhunt8298]

Welcome to the Nightwish Army from Canada. When General Gabriel posts he will have a glorious list of songs to react to. Many of us will suggest songs gladly and most will avoid the most difficult one until we feel you are ready. The only reason I say that is some have jumped in on that one, and find themselves lost. There is no pressure please enjoy the ride.

[@SwiftReactions]

I appreciate the advice. I'm happy to be lead down this rabbit hole so thank you kindly. 🍻🤘🇦🇺

[@majbrat]

Yay! More Nightwish Please! Subbed in hopes of more. Gabriel should be in comments soon with good quality links and lots of info. He is our Herald/General. Best band, best composer (Tuomas on Keys), and our Valkyrie Goddess of Metal, Floor Jansen - likely the most versatile singer on the planet. Nightwish is a wonderful, positive, humanistic band that love what they do and care about the fans. 😊all ages from children to the elderly love them. ❤️ we are spreading the word. Nightwish Army, BC Canada

[@elvwood]

As you say, something for everyone. My wife is not into metal at all and when I was going to see them live she came along partly because she like all kinds of live music but mainly to keep me company. The first thing she said at the end of the show was "I have _GOT_ to see them again!" Enjoy the rabbithole with General Gabriel as your guide...

[@kevinturner3997]

I saw Nightwish live in Birmingham UK in Nov 2022, I have seen many many bands, and I never thought that anyone could beat Iron Maiden and Muse for their live performances, happily Nightwish proved me wrong. 😊

[@SwiftReactions]

I was lucky enough to see Muse in 2004 but Nightwish would have been amazing in 2022. 🤘🇦🇺👋

[@DarrellW_UK]

I saw them too, I am luck to live about 8 miles away so it was a great venue for them to be at for me! They were amazing weren’t they?

[@kevinturner3997]

@@DarrellW_UK Amazing, I couldn't take my eyes off them.

[@paulhayward8459]

When you smile,the whole World smiles with you. You realise how special that is,don't you. Floor Jansen is a gift to us all. Thank you for being here,being part of the 'Nightwish Army',a blessing granted to few,but shared to many. What a beautiful,blonde countenance you are. I'm in Brisbane,where are you ? Welcome !! 😊❤

[@SwiftReactions]

Cheers. I'm on the South Coast. 🍻🤘👋

[@morbiouslenoir]

Originally Floor was sent by Allfather Odhinn to Midgard to gather the souls of fallen warriors to Valhalla, but she got distracted and joined a series of bands. However, Floor still gathers souls by her grace, beauty and the sheer power of her vocals. We give thanks for her at our Blots regularly and hope that Odhinn won't notice that she has never returned to Asgard. ALL HAIL THE VALKYRIE GODDESS!!! The Nightwish Army is incoming! You're not ready! Nightwish Army Central Florida Black Company reporting for duty!

[@-Devy-]

Cringe.

[@peterpakvis676]

Greetz from Holland. My wife is a huge fan of Nightwish and she can talk for hours over the Nightwish Army. I personally like the Dutch band The Cats, BZN, Zangeres Zonder Naam and of course Jan Boezeroen. And now I listen to Floor Jansen. Take care all of you and Greetz from Westland, Netherlands.

[@Bane2Face]

Welcome to the Nightwish Army!!! YOU WERE NOT READY FOR THE NOTE!!!!!!!!

[@Ortti]

Nightwish Army section from Turenki, Finland reporting for duty 🤘🏻you are welcommed to this mysterious world of Nightwish and symphonic metal

[@fettiestube5692]

Nightwish Army Germany calling. Nice reaction. Welcome to the World of Nightwish 😊

[@mikeconway9849]

Welcome to the world of Symphonic Metal! Enjoy the journey.

[@viking_skywalker]

she is not just leading the crowd - she is hypntising and commanding them !! if she would say them - Do That !! they will do it by not asking !!

[@Z-one1000]

Those goosebumps you got are what we in the Nightwish Army refer to as a "Floorgasm", lol. Be on the lookout for a comment from the (unofficial) General of the Nightwish Army, Gabriel Bardac. It will have a ton of info about the band as well as some links to their songs.

[@whimsical82]

Lovely reaction to our Valkyrie Queen ❤️

[@astral7080]

A milestone in modern music history

[@jeffreyphipps1507]

Nightwish is in the sub-genre called Symphonic Metal. They write music using symphonic sounds recorded in London, also choral sounds, and of course metal. However, you will see other instruments used as well, such as the Uilleann pipes. The keyboard player is named Tuomas. The bass player is named Marco (he sings in some songs). Marco has now left the band for a medical issue. He is better now, but wants his life to remain less stressful. The guitar player is Empuu (practical joker). The drummer here was Jukka - he developed a medical condition (possibly due to the extreme motion while playing). Jukka now works for the band behind the scene. A new drummer named Kai was Jukka's pick as replacement. Not seen in this song is Troy. He plays multiple instruments including the aforementioned pipes and Troy sings as well. This is Wacken Open Air (a festival), in Germany. This concert sold out a year in advance. At the time NW had a different lead singer, Anette Olzon. That singer was fired and Floor Jansen (this singer) was asked to complete the tour. A short time later, she was asked to be a permanent addition along with Troy. Both Floor and Troy are still with the band. They had to pause the last tour because Floor was VERY pregnant. Floor is VERY beloved among her fans. This concert had 82,000+ attendees. It is not uncommon for their concerts to sell out. They play around the world. There's a commenter, I think his name is Gabriel Baldac, who you should watch for - he'll provide MUCH more comprehensive information. I was at this concert and one in Tampere, Finland (where the band is from) and Wembley concert in London. I should clarify that at the time of this concert the following band members were from Finland - Tuomas, Empuu, Jukka, and Marco. Floor is from The Netherlands, and Troy is from the UK. You should watch for songs from Buenos Aires because those audiences sing along well. Every Song will be different, in some cases VERY different. Yet still within a style we love as fans - affectionately known as the Nightwish Army.

[@danilolapierre5610]

Not a single mention of Tarja in such a lenghty comment? Uh, oh.

[@laudatosiadastra1218]

Nightwish are something else.

[@janvanleeuwen2535]

A warm welcome to the symphonic metal world of Nightwish. These magical, mesmerising, musical magicians will take you on a journey. Through every song. You'll find out. Enjoy the ride. Greetings from the Netherlands 🇳🇱 🤘🫡

[@SwiftReactions]

Well thank you all the way from Oz🙏🇦🇺🤘

[@randyburrill2340]

Metal-head my whole life. Just discovered them 2 years ago and they hit on a totally different level. Really enjoyed your reaction!

[@nightwisharmyuk]

UK Army popping in for a great first reaction.

[@paulmoran2469]

Manchester brigade reporting. Welcome to the world of symphonic metal. Buckle up and prepare for a hell of a ride.

[@TheRealRedAce]

Wacken (pronounced Vakken) is a regular international metal festival held in Northern Germany. The crowd was around 82,000. That "instrument" is just a decorative keyboard stand. Nightwish, now still going strong after 28 years are from Finland, with a Dutch singer and an English member (not present for this song).

[@Dr.Brummel]

Some crazy facts about Wacken: It's one of the biggest metal festivals in the world. For this year's Wacken Festival 85,000 tickets were offered in advance. They were sold out in 4.5 hours.

[@FromG2eminor]

Loved your comments on the fans. Definitely all walks of life live NW. I teach piano and introduced my 11 year old student to them. He loves them. Hope you continue the journey.

[@Ireksojkowski]

Hello, beautiful reaction, I have the honor to welcome you on behalf of the Nightwish Army, stick to the list Gabriel, he is our leader of the Nightwish team and also General, greetings from Poland

[@SwiftReactions]

Greetings from Oz. Thank you for that kind welcome. 👋🙏🇦🇺

[@Marco-Conner]

the North German Division of the Nightwish Army reports !! We are there. The Bande Vocals : Floor Jansen Bass,Vocals : Marco Hietala Guitar : Emppu Vuorinen Keyboards,Songwriting. : Tuomas Holopainen Uilleann Pipes : Troy Donockley Drums :1-Jukka Nevalainen until 2013 /and then 2-Kai Hahto.

[@voidmage84]

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

[@reddiamondstone]

Welcome to the wonderful diverse world of Nightwish. UK Oldies Division of Nightwish army here as a new subscriber. Hope you'll keep on watching and listening. Especially their live recordings. I saw them live at Wembley in November 2022 and it was the most amazing experience. To hear more from them, I suggest you follow Gabriel's list or pick and mix from it. I have followed Nightwish for some time now and have just about every Nightwish recording, live and studio and not a single track I don't like.

[@bjebel1]

Finland is No. 1 country in the world for metal bands.

[@-Devy-]

I think Norway would like to say a thing or two about that.

[@ericsaari2901]

@@-Devy- and Japan!

[@skeezesmith7954]

The metal bands per 100k of the population: Finland is 1st, Norway is 5th and Japan is not in the top 20. For total metal bands. USA is first with Germany second. 😄🤘

[@ericsaari2901]

@@skeezesmith7954 Hah. I wasn't talking per population. I meant quality. 🙂

[@monicacarolina6480]

Well, they do not need Floor than I guess. Floor, Epica, Withing Temtation, Stream of Passion, the Gathering....ALL Dutch Metal bands.

[@randomman4938]

Never gets old watching someone experience Nightwish with Floor!

[@busher69]

Welcome to Nightwish. Nightwish will leave a smile on your face and sometimes a tear in your eye. I found them about 5 years ago. Best new music I've heard in 30+ years. This is a rabbit hole you want to go down. No 2 songs are alike and the change ups mid song are a WOW. Gabe will be contacting you soon, with a band history and info as well as a set list to help you along the way. Enjoy

[@ShotGunSlade12]

Welcome to the world of symphonic metal and Nightwish, strap in, it's a wild ride.

[@jukkahelminen9071]

Welcome to the magical world of Nightwish!

[@kezca]

Welcome to the magical world of nightwish best live band on the planet imho Thankyou for sharing this gem

[@marcobrinckmann1012]

if you don't know Nightwish, they are a Finnish band with a dutch singer (also the honorary title of Forest Beast), and they fill stadiums across the world.

[@Harry_177]

10:40 Absolutely genious moment! Thank's Floor for your voice and your talent! Keep creating! 💓

[@rupertsanchez1942]

🤩👍Awesome Genuine Reaction! Nightwish is a Metal Heavyweight. First time hearing them and I'm Impressed! There's Surely More. Thank you for sharing this Magical Metal Experience. More Power, Much Love from the Philippines 🇵🇭💖.

[@Duskwind_]

You have very expressive eyes, what a wonderful reaction. Yes, the army is very diverse and we are legion. Welcome to the family Swift! Much love from New York 🤗

[@HiTekCowboy]

Nightwish Army, Texas division reporting in. Been listening to Nightwish since Tarja. Yes this song still gives me chills. every. single. time. Thanks for sharing your reaction!

[@progoholic]

Nightwish Army Bavaria, Germany reporting for duty. Hi, Swift, great reaction, very much appreciated. As many of my pre-commentators stated, Nightwish is a extremely rewarding rabbit hole, once drawn in, you will never want to leave it again. And Nightwish provides you with food for the soul in an astonishing diversity of styles, moods, and emotions, but it will still remain unmistakeably Nightwish. Follow our General Gabriel, so you won't get lost in the swamp of unwatchable and unhearable bootleg recordings. Nightwish is highest production standard, especially live, and should be experienced accordingly. On the more funny side of things: You are one of the very few non-american reactors who drew the Amy Lee comparison, at first watch I thought: Ok, again a US mainstream media victim, even if your accent didn't fit in. Afterwards I saw that you are Australian based, so that stood out to me. Of course we don't compare two unique artist, but I think Amy Lee can hold Floor's beer if she enters the stage... 😉😉😉 Hope that you continue your Nightwish journey, you just got a new sub. Greetings from Germany, Prog O'Holic Btw, I just hope that you can keep the name of your channel, I could imagine it interfering with the marketing interests of a certain mildly talented american recording artist...

[@SwiftReactions]

Cheers for your comment. I have had a beer and pork knuckle or 2 in Bavria. Beautiful place, wonderful food, great beer! I will continue to this journey but Amy and the e word are NOT popular amongst the nightwish army I have learnt. So maybe that's why the comment is not made more.

[@SwiftReactions]

And I very much doubt my channel will affect a certain blondie. Mind you she has everything and still wants more...just ask Olivia Rodrigo!

[@progoholic]

@@SwiftReactionsWell, I've seen reactions blocked for less, even if the artists encourage reators and are fine with it, the companies that hold the rights are the problem. Maybe one overzealeous attorney on Planet Swift thinks: Maybe T. wants to start a reaction channel on her old days... Then you got a problem. But, maybe this is just my imagination going crazy... Keep up your great work and your fresh and charming way of doing reactions.

[@jochemmulder-x7e]

82000 people.wacken open air.2013.awsome

[@MichalMittermayr]

82 000! Officialy shared this night / "nightwish-army"❤❤❤❤

[@jompuusi]

The Finnish symphonic metal band "Nightwish". Greetings from Finland

[@SwiftReactions]

Greetings from Oz 👋🍻🤘

[@woodchild48]

Great reaction to my favorite band. The Nightwish Army loves it when reactors like you show real joy. A pleasure to watch you! 🙏🤘🫶

[@jimharris367]

The band record the orchestral parts with the London philharmonic orchestra, all the parts written by Keyboardist and main songwriter Tuomas Holopainen. Live Tuomas plays as much as he can on the keys, what he physically can't is on backing tracks . Great reaction, this band are ridiculously versatile so if you go down the rabbit hole you will have a wild ride 🤘

[@GeertDeLange-k5x]

Welcome on the Nightwish train. Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@RichardJones-rx2iz]

Great reaction, however you’ve seen/heard nothing yet! This band is absolutely out of this world! Follow the general Gabriel’s list and you go on the right path! Then wait for the Nightwish army to come knocking on your door 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@nikostsoromokos696]

Hello from Greece and welcome to the Nightwish journey. Keep going with them. Every song is a masterpiece. Great reaction and I hope you enjoy. Thank you.

[@SwiftReactions]

Cheers. A big hello from Australia. 👋🇦🇺🙏

[@davidbentley4032]

Fascinating how after 28 years people are still discovering Nightwish for the first time. It speaks volumes about the broadcasting world and the media's dismissal of anything remotely 'metal.' Kudos for listening throughout and not interrupting. So many don't.

[@jenesisjones6706]

I'm 68 and found Nightwish about a month or so ago. I watch them over and over and over. I get goosebumps EVERY time I listen to Nightwish.

[@frenkwd1]

Hello Swift. Nightwish Army reporting from the Netherlands. Welcome to the wonderful world of Nightwish. They are from Finland. And they make Symphonic Metal. What you've heard here is just the tip of what this band can do. Nightwish really hits you in your heart. And that's what makes this band so unique. Her name is Floor Jansen and she is Dutch. There were 82,000 people there. I happily refer you to Gabriel Bardac's comment (he'll be here soon) for a list with lots of song suggestion. Watch out for the Nightwish Army. Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@SwiftReactions]

Lol. Gabriel has checked in and indoctrinated me. Thank you so much. A big hello from Oz 👋🇦🇺🤘

[@Rix.67]

And Floor lives in Sweden🇸🇪🇳🇱

[@DevLinkOZ]

Nightwish Army, Tassie! ❤

[@Bonovin]

Thank you for your reaction and welllcome to this wonderful magical rabbithole with good songs only. Greetings from nwAse Sweden

[@patsymichiels4086]

Hi i i love Floor and nightwish the queen of metal she is a angel❤ 💋🤟🥇🎶🎤

[@German_1]

It's called symphonic metal, and that is the best band doing it! They're really tight, and the 82,000 people loved them. Floor, the singer can sing a regular song, growl, and go full blown opera! Every song of this legendary concert is killer! Welcome!

[@mavfin8720]

Welcome to Nightwish. Now for the next couple of rabbit holes: Sabaton-Bismarck, and Halestorm-I Am the Fire, if you're feeling adventurous. Enjoy!

[@philipturner9087]

The fact she sings in about 8 different languages is insane

[@jaskau2462]

🤩👍💥💯🎼 Now that you´ve seen and heard the "corner stone" performance by them I kindly urge you to explore more of this magical band. Neat reaction mi lady and keep on rockin´ with them. Cheers from Finland. 🤘😎💙🎶

[@oldschoolgamer-w4u]

Nightwish Army, Portugal chapter. Welcome to Symphonic Metal. We have cookies

[@jerviepalpal-latoc9894]

Nightwish Army Manila Appreciates

[@johannessondrup6207]

That was a very good reation and welcome to Nightwish. I see that General Bardac of the Nightwish have giving you the Lore, so I just hope you enjoy the journey. :)

[@BoothTheGrey]

Another member of the Nightwish army reporting in (from Germany) - Gabriel has all the relevant information you need - I just follow him by watching folks being surprised about the special mix called symphony metal.... and enjoyed your speechless face at the crescendo in the end very much. Wish you all the best for your channel and your whole life.

[@andyohil7465]

Thank you for this captivating reaction video! It's a true delight to witness someone experiencing Nightwish for the first time. Right from the first song, you captured not only the excitement in the audience but also the sheer joy emanating from the band. Their dedication to what they do is palpable, and they excel at it in an impressive manner. You'll be pleasantly surprised by the upcoming songs as well, as each of them is different. I'm eagerly anticipating... My suggestion for the next video: "Storytime" (same concert: Wacken 2013). You are definitely an enrichment to the Nightwish fan community, and I can hardly wait for your next video! ‼️🏆👍

[@SwiftReactions]

I think Storytime will be very soon...

[@reactionsaccount3955]

Operatic is not the word I would use, it is symphonic metal after all. To me it is a mix between metal song and a movie score, which are both some of my favorite musical genres. They record with a live full orchestra and choir in the studio, then live they play backing tracks using a computer.

[@michaelorsi785]

81999 People in the audience... plus me! A once in a lifetime!

[@damienmaynard8892]

Where's Gabriel? Look out for his comment with ALL the info! Hear that rumble? - it's the Nightwish army on their way! Nightwish Army, Blue Mountains Corps, Australia. Nightwish since 1996.

[@SwiftReactions]

I love that you guys know exactly who will send me comments. Such an incredible fanbase. I can't wait to continue my journey. I shall await Gabriel's comment...and more Nightwish will be coming soon. Cheers from the South Coast 🍻🙏🇦🇺

[@SwiftReactions]

I love that you guys know exactly who will send me comments. Such an incredible fanbase. I can't wait to continue my journey. I shall await Gabriel's comment...and more Nightwish will be coming soon. Cheers from the South Coast 🍻🙏🇦🇺

[@lauremo4005]

Gabriel lives in Romania so he's probably been sleeping!🤘

[@damienmaynard8892]

@@lauremo4005Keep forgetting he's not immortal and sleepless!

[@bertjones3010]

A very astute first impression reaction. I thought your observations, which most reactors just seem to gloss over or miss entirely the first time they listen to this band, were so good. The Wacken concert, for me, was lightning in a bottle - the songs Every Dream and Nemo really stand out as my favorites, and perhaps since you are not a hard core metalist you might find some appreciation for their construction. I see you've pinned Gabriel's educational comment so you'll get the definitive Nightwish lineup and history. Times change though especially in the personnel lineup. There are only two members from the original 1996 band members left. So for me, this was the pinnacle for Nightwish. I don't consider myself a Nightwish fan like the majority of the folks you'll find here. I'm really a fan of Floor's and her solo projects, which, after seeing her solo performances from her appearance on the Dutch tv show Beste' Zangers solidified my fandom of Floor and she introduced me to Nightwish. She was 31 when she performed at Wacken. She's in her 40s now and while she was classically trained and metal attracted, her solo projects show how much range as a vocalist she really has. So, to promote Floor I'm going to take the liberty of posting a selected playlist of live performances (imo, the best way to experience her music) that I consider the most enjoyable for me and many others from her catalog of solo projects. And while I'd come watch you react to them, if you were impressed, at least find one or two that make your personal playlist. 2019 - Beste' Zangers (Dutch tv showcasing Dutch singers, singing for each other) Solo cover of "Shallow" (Lady Gaga) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2eboZhqlsRssM0 Duet cover of "Phantom of the Opera" w/ Henk Poort - kzbin.info/www/bejne/pp2mhJagq6mCgK8 Classical, cover of "Vilja Lied" in German - kzbin.info/www/bejne/opSveGiOZs5lh68si=HUiy9AYavOrwSANH 2021 - solo Amsterdam Concert **You will find these are from her channel and the entire concert is there, professionally taped provided by her fans through crowdsourcing** "Storm in a Glass" - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZLbZqGJhadsqpo "Slow, Love, Slow" - kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHOqaXqarrGMes0 "Nemo" - kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5bFmWeKqrWSjsk 2022 - Singles from her 2023 released solo album. There are music videos of these singles but I prefer the more organic live versions. All six venues provided excellent acoustics "Fire" - recorded at HLF8 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKLaeYCdpMR3mrM "Storm" w/orchestra - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpWkgWuDn8yblac "Me Without You" - First public performance - kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGevnoWIYteaqdU "Paragon" - Live at @RadioVeronica - kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5bZh3WrqpybqMk "Daydream" - Live at NPO Radio 2 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/pH-xpGWipMl1j6s "The Calm "- this is the only one I can find live but the song is one of my favorites - kzbin.info/www/bejne/emPElZ1nfM6jg6M Video Playlist of My Paragon live performances - kzbin.info/aero/PLAF4nircstOzIVwA8VoEz0ZQ50YivBpMW Bonus reel - Floor sings the phonebook - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eX24o2R6gdx4h8k I thought you controlled your Floorgasm during the final chorus really well (you know, those little chills that almost produced tears) aided by 82,000 crowd supported energy. I think people knowing it was your first time, a lot of people showed up just to see that. It was in your non-verbal, not what you said that was proof of the pudding. So thank you for sharing that, it was most appreciated and enjoyable to watch. Regards,

[@MichalMittermayr]

Wacken/Glastonbury/Knebworth/ Lolapalusas, "thats the short times we live for!"❤

[@davidbelanger7905]

That was definitely not water he was drinking. He loves his beer. 😂

[@sonosoloio]

welcome to the fantastic symphonic metal universe of Nightwish Band, their live performances are some of the things that come so close to epic that they get to be mythical and of course Floor Jansen, queen of the stage and goddess of music, she can sing anything in any musical style she wants (WARNING! her voice, her stage presence, her charisma, in one word: her "spell" is highly addictive). this concert (wacken 2013) is incredibly epic and deserves to be watched and reacted entirely, song by song, in particular I suggest these three songs: "song of myself", "storytime" and "ever dream" this performance of "ghost love score" is one of the three best performances of the nightwish band, together with "the poet and the pendulum" from 2015 concert at the london wembley arena and "the greatest show on earth" from 2015 concert in tampere - finland (actually there is a fourth best performance: "dead boy's poem" from the 2018 concert in buenos aires).

[@christelsegbars1630]

Dear beautiful human, like your reaction to my 'wake-up' song..... luckely for me I got to see Floor in a few months in a solo setting.... have fun on your channel, warm hug from a stranger from the Netherlands ❤

[@SwiftReactions]

Wow you are lucky. That would have been amazing. I am jealous. A big hug back from this 1/4 dutch Aussie...

[@christelsegbars1630]

@@SwiftReactions I will make some video's, trying to capture some of it.... hopefully I get them on the internet.. . Hug from the Netherlands, btw really enjoy reactions!