We're in The Army now! Reaction to Nightwish "Ghost River"

The Nightwish Army definitely has two new members in Coach and Mrs. Coach. This is "Ghost River" live at Wacken 2013 and it was truly an interesting composition with some stark differences between the two vocalists.
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[@edwardschwind4986]

I've said it before but The Greatest Show on Earth live 2015 Tampere will blow your mind!!!

[@jasong.5165]

Give them time before getting to that one…

[@joshuaburba1048]

That's honestly my least favorite song of theirs because it's shoving evolution nonsense down our throats and presenting it as if it's actual science. As a science teacher of many years, I find that highly offensive, because it's one of the dumbest theories ever proposed by man. It's not even a good theory, much less actual science. It's not observable, testable, measurable, or repeatable, all the things needed for actual science. The song itself is catchy and impressively written, but also sheer propaganda. Hence, why it happens to be my least favorite song of theirs.

[@ib8595]

@@joshuaburba1048 this is just blatantly wrong

[@joshuaburba1048]

@@ib8595 My opinion isn't "blatantly wrong" because it's my opinion. You're free to disagree, but I have a right to my opinion just as you do. Running around telling people their opinion is "just blatantly wrong" is the height of arrogance.

[@jasong.5165]

@@ib8595 yup. My favourite song of all time.

[@mvellis3863]

"7 Days To The Wolves" from their Wembley 2015 concert - incredible soring harmonies from Floor and Marko, and Floor goes full beast mode!

[@yaradmitriev7129]

yes, this is one of the best from Nightwish

[@Pymander]

“Wembley let’s go!”

[@stpfs9281]

Heraldic Dog and Wolf, this one is definitely the Wolf!

[@motorlife7037]

100% agree

[@bazkeen]

Ann Waychoff was such a nice person. 😢 Really miss her 😢😢 Even when she was sick, she had a positive outlook. R.I.P. Ann 💔

[@tarmotyyri6733]

I agree & miss her too, R.I.P Ann 🕯️🕯️🕯️🪽🪽🪽

[@Piia2023]

The Nightwish army did together collect 5000$ to her medical bills when she got hospitalized. She was such a big part of Nightwish community. ❤

[@frenkwd1]

I agree & miss her too, R.I.P Ann

[@Sumpula]

I feel like Mrs Coach is beginning to be a metalhead :) Its all about finding the right kind of metal.

[@CoachCastTV]

It's a stunning development.

[@jasong.5165]

@@CoachCastTVNW isn’t normal metal. It’s poetry set to a symphony set to heavy metal. And to make it more complicated when you get further into the catalogue its poetry about science. You’ll need a few listens through some songs to fully get them but once you do it’s the best thing you’ll ever hear.

[@hellen__1]

Thank you again for another reaction . And also going down the rabbit hole with us. Love from the Netherlands

[@187nemesis3]

And maybe once they'll do a reaction to Blind Guardian.

[@Ken-mz8zg]

@@CoachCastTV J Cole- Let go My Hand

[@eddiecreutzburg7375]

Welcome,you will no doubt be accepted in the Nightwish Army 🤘🫡 The Valkyrie Goddess of Metal and Empathy touches your soul 😇 and makes it better. Of course aided by her Brothers 😊❤.

[@silverblack5475]

4:55 & 6:58 floor growling

[@sandyegun3780]

Whoohooo from Romania!!! The devil against the Mother Gaia and innocence.

[@572Btriode]

Or, you know how Tuomas writes in a very metaphorical and allegorical style, the Ghost River is the river of life and you leave your mark on it, footprints on the islands, you make some good decisions illustrated by Floor and some bad ones, illustrated by Marko. Of course the river will take your only child, that's life, we're all going to die sometime, guaranteed. "We're all going to die and that makes us the lucky ones, most people are never going to die because they're never going to be born. . . ." You'll get to that in time 🙂 Tuomas never explains what was in his mind, he says his art is like a painting, you see what you personally perceive in it, he used the example that if you could debrief Leonardo da Vinci about the Mona Lisa, then the interest and intrigue would be lost.

[@robertsheeler321]

I Love your Nightwish reactions and its one of my weekly highlights. you two are such a lovely couple

[@CoachCastTV]

That's very kind of you to say. We appreciate you!

[@alexandersteinmetz6857]

I cocnur. Completely authentic. Often find my battling Mr. Coachs Understatement and simply wanted to shout him out: Now does that really fit you???- besides he is dpoing such an great and mautre Job on all His Recaps, gently, politely, but to some Degree mysterious, whats His true FAvs are:) Plus i am smiling like an Guy without Cheekbones, when Lady Coach does call out all the Comments and Facts she read or self educated Her , because the Group give so much great Vibes to her. Precious Humans!

[@CoachCastTV]

@@alexandersteinmetz6857 Truly humbled by this comment. 🙏

[@paulbrinkmann1469]

I look forward to them every time I'm on you tube ❤

[@ianhutchison7214]

NASA ... Nightwish Army Scottish Allegiance .... Always happy to greet new recruits 😊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@gabriel.bardac]

For me, the river is the road of life, full of meanders, which finally flows into the sea. The "children" are us, under the permanent influence of the antagonistic duality on the one hand of traps and dangers, principles embodied by Marco, and on the other hand of Floor, who urges us to experiment and dare to explore despite these dangers, to have a fulfilled life. Many of the lyrics composed by Tuomas are metaphorical, leaving room for interpretation by the listeners. For me, the proof that you have become fans of the band is that you are already exploring on your own. 🤘

[@CoachCastTV]

That's a valid interpretation. Love that these songs can be taken in different ways by different people. It's truly amazing art.

[@kerrismith5986]

In-teh-rest-ting!! At the risk of being shot down ..... I see it the other way around. Although Marko is the "gruffer" voice, he is warning people about the river's dangers. Whereas Floor is trying to entice the children to swim (and drown).

[@CoachCastTV]

Oh, that's an interesting take. That actually makes sense.

[@alexandersteinmetz6857]

I am in team rowing against the Stream too:) Marko is the truth telling but unemphatic Teller, where Floor lures them in....drowing stay all the same, so Marko at Least try to waren em.

[@diederickwolters8378]

I love the use of the river as a metaphor for our journey through life in this song. We all travel the same direction down stream, but each of us had different experiences on the way.

[@victorplekter613]

Nice reactions. I feel that Marko represents the pitfalls and scary parts of life. Floor encourages to live life with courage and to the fullest, despite the challenges.

[@CoachCastTV]

Thanks. That's a great interpretation (and great message).

[@saras5874]

Absolutely! The river of life... leave a footprint on every island ❤

[@michaelrainbow4203]

Yes. Beautifully said. Ghost River (specifically this version) is in my top 5 favorite songs of all time, period. Just hits me every time -- especially the "Beautifully shy..." part. Profound song.

[@christinaalgate4899]

I love the 2 little growls Floor does. The whole concert is Awesome

[@gene6690]

It's so nice to watch two genuine people who really enjoy music and have fallen head over heels to Nightwish as most us have done. One thing you must add to your bucket ls is to one day watch Nightwish live. After being introduced to NW four years ago i made it my life's wish........Last year June, with my wife, We flew 13 000 km (8 000 Miles) to Gelsenkirchen Germany to go watch them live. What an experience. My wife cried when Floor sang "Decades In The Sun" with Troy on stage......keep up the good reactions coming 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@CoachCastTV]

So great that you got to see them live. We're sure it's quite an experience.

[@sebastienwaslet9440]

Why is Mrs Jansen so unique ????? She's on stage since 1997 with her first band After Forever when she was 16 She's a soprano with 4 octaves and can easily go to a deep growl Her vocal range is ridiculous......she can sing all what you want....in any genre Take the time to discover the Godess with Nightwish And though her own stuffs You'll never be dissapoint

[@stpfs9281]

Many languages too! Even if some are phonetic for the song.

[@BrendonChase_2015]

Mrs. Coach, just a FYI that Ann's channel is still there. Check out the gargantuan amount of Floor videos (184) she amassed. She also had quite a few Ayreon ones (even After Forever), which shows that she really was a connaisseur of top level melodic metal. In due time, your journey will lead you to that Ayreon Universe where all the greats from different bands assemble for an amazing flight. You'll recognize the name once you get there. Until then.. Cheers from Amsterdam! 🤘

[@CoachCastTV]

Thank you for that information. Appreciate you!

[@BrendonChase_2015]

@@CoachCastTV Just a quick last one abt names and also since Mrs. Coach noticed Nightwish's all smiles performance at Wacken.. A regular in Ayreon is the Dutch godmother of "smile metal" (or happy metal for want of a better term), the one & only Anneke van Giersbergen. She was THE inspiration for 15yr old Floor and the one who gave Floor the idea that it was possible for a female to front a rock/metal band. You'll remember that name as well, if only for the near-unpronounceability of it for most Americans ;) Cheers!

[@noneofyerbeeswax8194]

@@BrendonChase_2015 The only singer you could HEAR smile.😊😁

[@stpfs9281]

@@BrendonChase_2015 She also appeared on Beste Zangers, 2021. Karsu, Belle Perez, Bökkers, Roel van Velzen, Joe Buck, Anneke van Giersbergen and Alides Hidding.

[@davidhill7055]

Your NW journey is at the very beginning. Then there is Floor's solo career starting during COVID and up to present day. Then there is so much more of her in guest spots with other bands and with her two earlier Dutch metal bands. "After Forever" 1997-2009 and "Revamp" 2009-2016. By far her most accomplished and lauded history probably began in 2012 when she joined NW as an emergency stand in singer, when Annette got sick in mid-tour. Floor and Nightwish were made for each other. So that is when Floor was truly "discovered" by the majority of today's current NW fans. She was known long before that in European metal circles.

[@Dthamilaye]

Great reaction :). Thank you for continuing with NW :). For another take of bad marco vs good Floor, try "Devil and the deep dark ocean" live in Buenos aires. It is more theatrical though, so it might not be for everyone (I love it).

[@CoachCastTV]

Thanks for the suggestion, and for the kind words.

[@stpfs9281]

I think we are witnessing the journey. Well done Mrs. Coach, for being so disciplined :) You can now add to your playlist! We remember Ann Waychoff.

[@andyohil7465]

All the songs of Nightwish have a deeper meaning and are written as poem. So, when you give the lyrics a chance, you will be surprised on another level… ‼️🏆👍

[@Aenea-de9vy]

I just love Mrs Coach’s enthusiasm! Love your reactions! 🤘

[@TomicaCZ]

2:45 - As you're saying, that every time you get something different... That is absolute truth. I'm still finding new things in those song even thogh I heard them milion times. That's what I love on Tuomas's music. :)

[@CoachCastTV]

That's why it's also so hard to get everything in these songs people want you to notice as reactors. It's just impossible to get it all on a very first viewing. But we're having fun with it.

[@bettygale8801]

After following nightwish since 1998 it is so great to see Mrs Coach's reaction to this band. I still listen to them everyday while I work and it still puts a spring in my step.

[@northof4912]

Mrs Coach - you also need to watch the singing of the phonebook!!

[@Steven-lg2gf]

Great reactions!. I'm 66, stumbled on Nightwish watching other reactions and have enjoyed watching others going through the same experience. Nightwish has been labeled symphonic metal, if you go back about 60 years or so another band started the Symphonic Rock Genre--The Moody Blues. Listen to their song "Nights in White Satin" I think both of you would like their music too. Rock On!

[@stpfs9281]

Deep Purple did a Symphonic bit too.

[@rudolfo963]

Believe it or not, the Moody Blues and Nightwish have had some of their best albums produced by the same guy - Pip Williams, who is very well known in the music business (but not to be confused with a well-known and lovely lady author also named Pip Williams).

[@markusjackel2132]

Very good choice......this one is showing some more Floor - Marco Magic....beside that it is a Banger when Marco kicks in first time....LOVE it. You are in for some more treasures - One song to to listen to: Bless the Child from Wacken 2013 - You will love it... 🙂 Mr. Coach - Make your wife happy...just do a reaction to the complete Wacken Set in one go :-) Welcome to the Army !! All Hail Queen Floor !

[@AntaryDraconis]

hehe-.. i have the Live-DVD from Wacken,Wembly, B-Aires,Tameper and the virtuell Show during covid.. and after many year i still let them run on weekend when doing House-Work. (And still stand still and watch 🤣🤣 and watch every snip on you-tube too) Greeting from NW-Army-Germany

[@thiagocosta8016]

The Greatest show on Earth, é obrigatório.

[@lonenomad3680]

glad to see you two diving deeper and welcome to the Nightwish Army. you have plenty of epic songs yet to discover. will be with you all along the way

[@CoachCastTV]

Appreciate you!

[@duncanwyer2460]

🇬🇧 Norfolk reports for duty the harmony on this one ! You lovely folks are welcome to join the heart of this wonderful army 😊 Devil and the deep dark ocean shows good and bad with these two devil and mermaid

[@CoachCastTV]

We're doing what we can to spread the word. Thanks for being here.

[@christomashofski9160]

In his lyrics, Tuomas often uses a river as a metaphor for life: It has a beginning, an end, and it flows along relentlessly. As you ride along with the currents of time, you will encounter many "islands" along the way; some horrifyingly frightening (Marco's part in this poet's play); some beautiful and wonderful (Floor's part). But he admonishes us to not let these islands just pass on by as we sail through life. Instead, "let it bleed, leave a footprint on every island you see." Explore, experience, LIVE life while you can, because once that island passes you by, you're never coming back.

[@CoachCastTV]

That's a fantastic explanation and very true. Thanks for sharing.

[@Mars-is4un]

🤗🍒🤘🏻😘 again great job And indeed they have a lot of fun together. !! And that's what they radiate!!🤗

[@Waylander45]

This is one of the lesser reacted to Nightwish tracks in my experience, which is a shame, because it is not only a great song, but Empu's guitar really shines in this one. He is a master of tone, and always seems to play exactly what is required in service of the song - no more, no less. I've never seen a performance of this song outside of this one at Wacken 2013, which may be why it is not as popular. There are lots of examples of heavier Nightwish you are yet to discover, Coach. And also so many more melodic and harmonious wonders for Mrs Coach. As previously mentioned, "7 Days To The Wolves" from their Wembley 2015 concert has something that I think you both will love. (It's also a chance for you to see something apart from Wacken.) Cheers, NWA, Australia.

[@TimoArula]

This song is from "Imaginaerum" (the seventh studio album from Anette era). Marko has great menacing tone here , and Floor Growls ( only few will notes this ). Plus , this song has a crazy Van Halen Vibe to it ( Van Halen - Aint Talkin' Bout Love comes to mind ). This song took me several listens and deep dive at first , and now I listen this song daily . I Love this song !!! NWSU/FloorFan 🤘😎🤘. WELCOME TO THE ARMY !!!!!

[@alexandersteinmetz6857]

you are kidding me. ive got AtbL and Ghost River in my Home Office Rotation side by Side, just bcs of that synchronus Vibes!

[@KennyP62]

Welcome to the NW Army. When you react to "Sleeping Sun" do the live version from 2016 Voice Master Rock Festival. Floor shines.

[@pierrecarnet2959]

Although I don't know music theory, I feel that Nightwish's songs are multi-layered. Everyone can concentrate on the level that most appeals to them, so the same song can appeal to a metal fan and also to a progressive rock fan and also to others. The other advantage is that you can listen to the same song and experience different musical emotions by playing on these levels. And once you understand the lyrics/poetry, you get new emotions again ! magical Nightwish !! Thanks for your reactions and enthusiasm, greetings from France.

[@CoachCastTV]

Well said. Thanks for watching!

[@YNGWIE998]

12:27 Nightwish: Grade A...that will do for me!

[@ciskavandevijver2355]

A story telling breed we are.

[@jerrymail]

Welcome aboard ! 🤗 As I often say, Nightwish was one of my greatest musical discovery 25 years ago. It became my favorite band. Never get tired of it.

[@TheGrimmReaper1]

Maybe its time to discover the human side of Floor. Reunion by Kro/ncrv . Its about floor with her old classmates. And tampere. I think you really apriciate the down to earth floor. It makes you love them more. ❤

[@BOOMBiggityBam]

"I wish that I'd known about them year ago", yup! you, me and SO many others!

[@donaldhodges2804]

I enjoy both of you and your conversations. Glad you're the Nightwish Army ... Florida Division here.

[@CoachCastTV]

Thanks for watching. We might be joining you in Florida in the near future.

[@rickphil9999]

Hello you two. Love you both. Nightwish Army Phoenix subscriber back here for you. This is so true... every single member of Nightwish loves performing and it comes across in the quality and attitude of their live performances. Keep these coming.

[@CoachCastTV]

Good to see you again. Thanks for dropping by.

[@Mischnikvideos]

The Ghost River is a river of no return that leads to oblivion and death. The song is part of the concept album/film music Imaginaerum. It describes the situation of the main character, who suffers from dementia, is dying and is oppressed by his personalized trauma. There is a good documentary about Floor. It is in German, with English subtitles: SMS - The Floor Jansen Story (with eng subs)

[@alexandersteinmetz6857]

totally agree, absolute worth an WAtch( And an recap too:D)

[@montylowas4486]

Welcome to the Nightwish Army, I mentioned in a comment when you first started reacting to Nightwish that the rabbit hole runs very deep, I look forward to your Nightwih reactions. 😀

[@goranelez9956]

This song has multiple meanings and in some even Floor's character can be seen as a villain.

[@CoachCastTV]

Yeah, we read some comments that make a convincing argument for that.

[@pdutchie4924]

These songs grow on you, they get better every new time you hear them. Floor and Marko’s harmonies are gold ❣️

[@torsten.breswald]

ha, when i first listened to this song very early in my metal journey i was like "meh that's a little bit to metal for me" :) now it's one of my favorites of nightwish, so this song needs to grow a little bit on one

[@Bloempje54]

You have a wonderful and long road to travel! And that will make you happy. Greetings from The Netherlands.

[@glenngunnis6642]

Mrs. Coach stand by for a much larger playlist and enjoy!🤘🎸

[@CoachCastTV]

Yes! Thank you!

[@jamesanderson5268]

One of my favorite songs by Nightwish. Unfortunately, since Marko is no longer with them it probably will not be played again live. Coach, you are correct about evil vs good. Tuomas has said that Marko is singing the part of the devil and Floor is singing the part of the goddess Gaia (Earth). Each one is trying to get the other one to come across the barrier dividing them. This concert Wacken Open Air 2013 is one of the best concerts on DVD rivalling The Pulse concert by Pink Floyd from 1995.

[@KaiHellmann]

Mrs Coach take false start 😊. Love both❤. Greetings from Finland🇫🇮 Marcos’s big brother is guitar mannen. They have own band TAROT. Found youtube. Nightwish Backround chorus is Angel Studios in London, on the orchestrations

[@fearisachoiceyouembrace]

Once again❤. Please take a sidestep to Floor Jansen solo. Her solo album was released in 2023 . It's quite poppy. One of my favourites is Daydream. Or listen to her Alone (heart) cover. You'll find it on her YT channel. Both is pure voice of Floor.

[@rogerlehman6024]

Agreed. Alone is a fantastic showcase of her vocals as is her cover of Shallow on Beste Zangers.

[@stpfs9281]

@@rogerlehman6024 Beste Zangers with Floor was a massive boost for her, singing first in German from The Merry Widow, which blew everyone away!

[@michaelbeecher5958]

Enjoying your discovery of this band.

[@Sirog77]

Great reaction on a great band. Floor❤❤❤❤

[@alastairmcintyre4752]

The backing tracks are recorded in London UK under the supervision of Tuomas ( of course ) . The orchestral tracks are a combination of various top orchestral session musicians and the children's voices are a choir called The Young Musicians London

[@CoachCastTV]

Very cool. Thanks for the info.

[@royoschroeder]

Thank goodness there's a lot of wonderful Nightwish songs to see you folks for a good while. Love your discovery journey!

[@CoachCastTV]

Thanks for being here with us.

[@ManuelGuajardo-zd7hx]

New subscriber today. And great nightwish reaction. Thank you wintersun Alex 🫶❄️

[@CoachCastTV]

Great! Welcome aboard. Thanks!

[@Klojum]

This is the 4th best song of Nightwish IMO, right after their Holy Trinity: Ghost Love Score, Poet and the Pendulum, and The Greatest Show on Earth. 6:37 The best smile in all things Metal. 😊

[@zoeystar4668]

Nice reaction, and welcome to the Nightwish Army. These compositions are all written with much meaning. The lyrics may be harsh at times, but left to be interpreted from it's poetic writing. That's the beauty of Nightwish. Cheers,🍺 until the next Nightwish reaction. Have a great day. 🍺

[@thulo42]

Realy enjoying you exploring Nightwish. You should listen to there cover of Pink Floyds High Hopes.

[@Pirate103]

I am still getting goosebumps after endless times

[@tommyjohnson9175]

R.I.P. Ann!

[@trevorfolker3665]

Welcome to the Nightwish Army Privates Coach and Mrs Coach. You may not have realised, but you have just signed up to many years of discovering and enjoying the best written, the best arranged, the best performed and the best sung music. You will experience more emotions than you thought possible from music: you will cry, and then want more so that you can cry again; you will smile, and then want more so that you can smile again; you will listen in disbelief, and then want more so that you can listen again;. Each new song you listen to will become your favourite, until you revisit them again when you will agree that the one you are currently listening to now is your favourite. Then Captains Coach and Mrs Coach you will sign up for another tour of duty because you cannot imagine a world without the music of Nightwish - Past, Present and Future - in it I know this to be true, because I was once you.

[@CoachCastTV]

Great comment. It's so cool to see the passion that this band creates in their fans.

[@124Spider5]

We are NIGHTWISH ARMY. Some of us are crazy and don't like reactors that say they don't like certain song. But the majority of us, has learned with Ann Waycoff, with Gabriel Bardac and by ourselfves to give a chance to new listeners. Exactly has Floor always says in her TV interviews and TV shows "Please give a chance to Nightwish and Metal Music in general", "We are not Satanic people, we love music"

[@CoachCastTV]

Nicely said. We've seen the kindness for the most part. There are always a few but we realize that and just move on from negativity. Thanks so much for watching.

[@stpfs9281]

Unfortunately the record company send out a flyer with the other bands on their label, if you buy a Nightwish album, that put off my parents, they won't listen.

[@Monique-bx6ro]

Nightwish Army the Netherlands here. let me be the first to welcome you in the Army!! Congratz🎉🎉

[@CoachCastTV]

Thanks so much for being here with us.

[@Arnold_Jansen]

Hi Monique :) Netherlands here too ... always following Coach too !

[@Monique-bx6ro]

@@Arnold_Jansen hi 😀 Saw your name before indeed. Well good reactors with good music need to be honored by subscribing. 🥰

[@Arnold_Jansen]

@@Monique-bx6ro Thanks ! This army is so nice to everybody, I also never heard any negative reaction video. Listening to all of them and some even a zillion times.

[@Monique-bx6ro]

@@Arnold_Jansen keep doing that 😀 Not every reactor will like this music and thats oke. Its not our task to make a reactor a fan. Its our taak to let reactors know there is a band which they didn't heard of before and we hope they turn into fans. Than its a win win. We have a new fan and we can listen once more to Nightwish ❤️❤️

[@RichardJones-rx2iz]

Great reaction! Did hear Floor growl? She sings the low growling part on all the song when she sings with Marko! So listen out for it. You have long way to go, be patient and injoy! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@rudolfo963]

Most people miss this entirely - they aren't listening for it and what new listener would expect that sound to be coming from Floor? Instances occur at about 4:55 and 6:59 of your video timeline.

[@erickvermeulen9734]

Well, that is a metal version of the Beauty and the Beast 🙂

[@Thorgrim247]

All I can say Coach, is "Keep Mrs. Coach HAPPY". 😄😄 The Ghost River is a metaphor for each persons journey of life. Many twists and turns, ups and downs. We must all brave the journey to live life to its fullest and achieve our dreams. This song is filled with metaphors and imagery (including the mention of rape) depicting all of the darkness and light on this ride. "Rape" is what happens to our inner being when the world encroaches on our childhood innocence. Once again Marko is singing the role of the dark side, while Floor is the light. Nailed it Coach. Mrs. Coach also nailed it. This band loves each other and also loves to perform for all of their fans. It is not a job. Ann was the Grand Dame of the Nightwish army. A beautiful soul. She was in failing health, but found solace in the music of Nightwish. We all miss her enthusiasm and passion for music. R.I.P. Ann 🙏🙏 Mrs. Coach is correct. Every Nightwish song has a deeper meaning. From person to person, spiritually, and from a perspective regarding our existence as humans on the amazing journey of life. You will come across some religious negativity in a few songs, but remember they are not against religion. They are only down on some of the frightening dogma and hypocrisy that most organized religions embrace. Remember this line, "Every child is worth a better tale". 🙏🙏🌹🌹

[@CoachCastTV]

Very nicely said. The band and their fans continue to impress us. The band is unique but so are The Nightwish Army.

[@okiejohn3925]

I always see this song as a battle between heaven (Floor) and hell (Marco) for the souls that cross the "Ghost River" to their final destination. The "Ghost River" can be interpreted as the onward march of time. It will eventually "take your only child" as it takes us all.

[@CoachCastTV]

That makes sense.

[@trinadawn4166]

NWA checking in , love watching your journey.

[@joaquinl9225]

this is one of my absolute favs of NW the best band from my country and the few things good about Finland anymore :)

[@user-jk6dd1cp6m]

new album coming finally.

[@lujalainen1]

nightwish one of the biggest power is that they every songs are very difference,they not sound same. there´s not coming boring effect. thanx to great reaction and have wonderful sunday.

[@nikostsoromokos696]

Hello from beautiful Greece. Every time I see you you make me feel happy. Expecially (sorry Mr coach) Mrs coach. She looks like she loves Nightwish. You too Mr coach. Nice to see again. Be good.

[@CoachCastTV]

Appreciate you!

[@davidphillips4706]

Tuomas writes the words, Floor breathes life into them......Marko and Floor together is magic. Here's to hoping that the extended hiatus from touring is to try to get Marko back for next tour.

[@CorradoCattani]

I can hardly wait when you're reaching the songs that made me become a Nightwish fan in 2004. Like 'Wish I had an Angel', 'Nemo' and 'Dark chest of wonders' from the album 'Once', which was the beginning of my Nightwish journey. Good old times ;-)

[@chadbennett7873]

I really get a kick out of you two ... and you've earned my sub. Nightwish is the gift that just keeps on giving, and in all seriousness, Tuomas is the greatest composer of my lifetime. The band is perfectly tuned to deliver what he writes, and in Floor, he found the widest pallet of colors for his music and he's blossomed even further. His depth is beyond genius level and he only composes masterpieces. I have to say, I just love Mrs. Coach's appreciation of my favorite band of all time. There is such a smorgasbord laid out before you that you will not believe where this journey will take you. I don't think you've met the sixth member of the band yet, Troy Donockley - multi-instrumentalist whose speciality is the Ulliean pipes (Irish bagpipes without a droan). Tuomas & Troy have formed a side project with Tuomas' wife called AURI. It's quiet, peaceful music, but pure genius. Johanna (wifey) is a legend in Finland and has an incredible voice. When you want serenity, try AURI, whether you react to it or not. I guarantee you will love it. Well done, again from a new subscriber!!

[@CoachCastTV]

Thanks so much! We're glad to have you coming along on this journey.

[@CosMosArtistry2016]

G'day Mr & Mrs Coach, another great reaction. I love seeing Mrs Coach's smile grow as she watches these performances. Vocals always perfect of course and the musicality exceptional. Empu is pure genius on guitar and Jukka is killing those drums, not forgetting Tuomas and Marco of course. I love the honesty and from the heart comments that you both make with regard to the performance you experience. I also love the fact that you respond to comments with a like or a comment, many reactors don't. Very classy to acknowledge Ann and her legacy. You both genuinely care and that is a great gift. Cheers, Rich (a Kiwi living in Australia)

[@CoachCastTV]

You are very kind. This band has made an impact on us. We have enjoyed many new artists on this channel. Nightwish is special, and so are the fans of this band. It's hard to explain, but it's just not the ordinary fanbase. Our viewers are very important to us, and we truly try to interact as much as time allows. Thanks for being a part of this journey with us.

[@northof4912]

As for the smiles…. As of this reaction, 4 of the 5 songs you have watched are from their Wacken 2013 concert. Ten months earlier, they were on tour in the US with their second singer, Anette. Things were not going well between the band and the singer, tensions were growing. It came to head after a concert in Denver where the signers from the backup band, Alissa White Gluz and Eliz Ryde, had to cover for her when she was sick. She came back, did one show and the band had to pull the plug. So now they’ve fired their singer, in mid-tour. They decided to phone a known singer to them, Floor Jansen, and asked her if she could help them complete the rest of the tour. The kicker - can you learn 15 songs in 48 hours? Well, she did. She helped them complete the tour, stayed on for South American tour, Europe, Australia - way beyond the original agreement. In about mid-July, 2013, they asked her to be the full time singer. This concert a few weeks later, in front of 82,000 fans, was the confirmation that they had made the correct choice! Hence the smiles! BTW - a right of passage into the Nightwish Army is watching the documentary of all of the above, and more, called Please Learn This Setlist in 48 hours. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJmoqZ6jjLCAe7csi=BDPrpdOKgoB1K39L

[@rob54bama]

Great song! Enjoy your reactions Mr & Mrs Coach.

[@CoachCastTV]

We appreciate you watching. 🙏

[@sulliken77]

Didn't you notice Floor's 2 mini growls when they sing Dream/Screamn at the end of the pre-chorus?

[@alexandrakeckmontanari5180]

Thanks to you guys I got into Night Wish! 💜

[@CoachCastTV]

Awesome!

[@insanefull1]

I love this band. They got so many different stuff

[@ChrisPhoenixMusic]

I heard nothing but good things of Ann. Long time fan really enjoying new people discovering Nightwish even now. I can't wait until you get to The Poet And The Pendulum! Please remember to read up on the meaning before watching and try to find a video that casts the lyrics along the bottom. That one in particular I personally connect with and it means a lot to me. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

[@CoachCastTV]

Thanks. Hope you have a great weekend as well.

[@chrishansen3821]

I really enjoy watching Nightwish videos with the two of you. Keep up the great entertainment.

[@CoachCastTV]

Thanks very much!

[@Ken-mz8zg]

@@CoachCastTV j Cole - Trae the Truth in Ibiza

[@alienware18]

You really need to listen to "Bless the Child" from the same Wachen 2013 show... Similar to that... there is Ghetsemane from live in Buenos Aires 2018... and "7 days to the Wolves" from live in Wembley 2015... You will reach them all in time... But They are masterpieces... soooo different and beautiful...

[@CoachCastTV]

We recorded one of those today. We'll keep it under wraps just a little longer until we get it edited and posted. Thanks for watching!

[@xphile85pubg30]

so many songs to do :)

[@RobinC63]

I love Emppu and his onstage antics! Every time I listen to this song I get the lyrics “the wheels on the bus go round and round” stuck in my head! 😂😂 In the slow transition when Floor sings by herself with just the keys I get goosebumps. The Nightwish Army is one of the most fantastic communities out there. ❤

[@damienmaynard8892]

Marko tells it like it is, Floor lures you across the Ghost River anyway! Who is bad? Take a chance, live a little!!!? My friend, Kiara, nodding, in the hat, just before your first pause! Yes, Emppu can play like EVH - just only when needed! As always, What Ann Said!

[@stpfs9281]

Is that the second member of the audience identified?

[@jeffreyphipps1507]

It is a backing track, but I can tell you a lot of us sang it (I was at the concert).

[@art3mis290]

YES you are in the 🪖NWA 🪖since your 1st song peeps! You have 5 songs now Mrs. Coach to enjoy on repeat, love it! So many more songs to react to and I am enjoying every minute of your journey. I think like me, down the road you may start watching others reactions to Nightwish just to enjoy the group through others reactions. I am watching for another song enjoy the weekend folks! Thank you. NWA Canada!

[@CoachCastTV]

Someone correctly pointed out Mrs. Coach missed one. We have 6 now. LOL Appreciate you watching.

[@stamaalexgabriel2262]

Marco can sing verry heavy but even soft too. You can see While your lips are still red live !

[@user-fw1vy2rr5e]

If you’re looking for all cylinders, check out She’s my Sin from the same show 🤘🏻

[@k.l.7788]

You should jump and watch ”Tribal” live from them. I think you’d like it a lot. 😉

[@bennybuffylove]

This is in top 5 of all my favorite Nightwish performances and songs. Don't know why they didn't perform this song at other concerts up to when Marko left.

[@iohannae]

Love your Nightwish reactions so much 🥰👍👏👏

[@CoachCastTV]

Thank you so much 😁

[@ManuelGuajardo-zd7hx]

And to let you know coach cast TV night wish has a sister band wintersun. fun fact nightwish has members now that were in wintersun that's how they are related .So I have some suggestions that could react to so you can start you off on a wintersun rabbit hole like you did with the nightwish rabbit hole.. first suggestion is wintersun sons of winter and stars 1.5 official lyric video. Then after that is wintersun time live rehearsal video at Sonic pump studios in Helsinki Finland. Then would be wintersun land of snow and sorrow live rehearsal video. So if your wife loves nightwish so much then she'll love wintersun as well. Thank you wintersun Alex 🫶❄️👍

[@CoachCastTV]

Appreciate the info!

[@red_five1542]

As amazing as it seems, you guys are still just on the very tip of the iceberg with Nightwish. Perhaps try getting away from the 2013 Wacken show. Try searching Nightwish live at Wembly. Or live in Tampere. Or live in Beunos Aries. Rember that 2013 was floors 1st few months with Nightwish. She got far better in the years to follow. There are at least 30 more great songs for you to enjoy.😊

[@Icook4u71]

The backing music is the London Children's Choir recorded live. Welcome to the ARMY!!.