I believe I speak for the Nightwish army when I say the more reactions you do the happier we will all be 😁 Trust me, we will never get tired of watching. Oh and I just love your analysis and the joy on your face when you see something amazing.
You know, you are right! I have noticed that they obviously enjoy playing on stage, but only after your comment have I realized, that this was somehow missing before... I mean, they always have been professionals before, and they hopefully had fun doing their shows, but it shows much more now!
It's because Floor is THERE, in the moment, with them. Sometimes Tarja seemed to be somewhere else when she was on stage. And Anette had stage fright, or was very nervous when she was on stage.
@@darkiee69 Not to mention there was absolutely no way she could keep up with Marco if he went full out, which was also sad cause Marco had to hold off to not overshadow "lead singer". No more problem with Floor, he can just go all out and she will always keep up and go even higher if needed. Annette was a failure of singer, because singer is as good as he/she is on live.
THEORY: so, this is how a song is composed, these are the rules.. TUOMAS: oh sorry, I wasn´t paying attention.. anyway, here is what I call a proper music:
I think it was J.S. Bach (or other equally famous composer) once said something to the effect "Learn all the rules so you know how to break them." Tuomas does generally follow rules, and likewise breaks them for specific effect, and does it surprisingly well.
Music theory doesn't really say what the rules are; it's not an orthodoxy unless applied too narrowly or generally incorrectly. Theory more quantifies how it comes to be that certain things sound the way they do. How you use it is up to you.
FYI: Troy is a BARD. Full on. "It's almost annoying." Oh, you made me chuckle! You want to be jealous, but you enjoy what they do so much! If it makes you feel any better, Tuomas been SERIOUSLY doing this for over 20 yrs, fanatically devoted to perfection. The inside of his head must be a vast swirling galaxy the size of the Milky Way. He has entire solar systems in there. All full of music. Which, you know, doesn't leave room for much else. And can I just shout out for Floor? She is trail blazing for a lot of young female singers, showing them that they can be more than just something pretty to look at on stage. Floor OWNS her power, her great talents and dedication to training. She is a force to be reckoned with, an equal partner on the stage. Yeah, she's smokin' hot. But she's more than a stage ornament.
Tuomas is a perfectionist. I can only imagine how happy he was with Floor also being a perfectionist. I saw old footage of Floor getting ready for a show in Finland. They asked Tuomas to say something about Floor joining the band. The only thing he said was: "Floor is home." Awww. :)
I was going to say the same thing, it's almost unfair to other bands how much talent these guys have between them, it's simply ludicrous. And you're right, he does have such oceans within. What a line, what a line. 🖤 God, that whole part of the song just absolutely guts me. Can't hear a playthrough without crying like a baby. It's like Devin Townsend's "spirits will collide". It hits you right in the guts. There's no avoiding it.
I really appreciate how you're giving shoutouts to Emppu on the guitar. As I watch these different reactions, he tends to go unnoticed because he's not as show-offy as some lead guitarists may be, with long wailing solos and whatnot... But I do love the richness he's bringing to the music and I absolutely adore his riffs. His are among some of my most favourite in all of metal. So, props for giving Emppu his just props! :D
You may be the most Happily Annoyed person I have ever seen. Don't feel bad for us hearing the songs again, that would happen without you. I am glad for us hearing your insight on the tech ( not Nerdy, Knowledgeable ) side. Often I say to myself, " never picked up on that before " during your reactions. Thank you for that ! Yes they love what they do, how could they not ? They play tight, they are tight with each other, don't get no better than that. The loyal Army....Every crowd view....They know all the damn lyrics singing alone. This is the Perfect Storm !
@Thomas Lilly - Thanks for that, it has saved me a heap of typing, well said; and Chase, keep at it, you are articulating bits I recognise and cannot put words to, thank you.
Absolutely love listening to you, listening to your analysis and listening to Nightwish of course! I feel like I'm learning something new everytime you upload a reaction to a Nightwish masterpiece. Please continue with breaking down the songs, it's so interesting. Thank you for everything you do!
I always loved the line "Turn every poet loose", and the way Floor just DECLARES it in this rendition raises it to a whole another level. She is so god damn powerful. Also, can we take a moment to appreciate just how long she windmill headbangs non-stop in the part before that?
Comment at 8:12 **Troy just standing in the back, hardly noticed that he is singing back-up by 98% of reactors...ever** 😆 Yes, he was singing on the chorus.
Yeah Chase and Elizabeth Zharoff are about the only ones that pickup on Troy so quickly. As much as I really like Julia, I think Elizabeth is a better reactor.... especial her serious giggles, nerdy responses about science, and facial expressions. I've watch a lot of reactors too. There is an older composer dude (Doug Helvering) that really picks up on the time signatures, key changes, et. al. I think Chase is one of the best overall reactors. I have to admin that out of the maybe 50 reactors to GLS, 10 of them provided useful technical information about GLS (like Tank the Tech) that give a more complete understanding of everything.
Emppu uses a D tuning on every thing since Century Child. Previous to that he would use two different guitars depending on the song. So on early stuff if the guitar is purple it is D if it is white it is E or standard.
I'm personally partial to the performance on the cruise (I feel like it's mixed best), though the key thing people like you to notice is easiest to hear in the Wembley performance.
indeed their most catchy songs like storytime nemo etc usually get more attention. This one is an underrated song, but because it's a grower, once you realize it, it's a banger
If you ever go for Poet and the Pendulum please read a bit back story beforehand because it's so worth it. But some has probably already told you that. Great analytical vids, keep doing what you're doing.
@@forgalzz7 I definitely agree with you, totally blind videos are my preference like 98% of the time, but in my personal opinion, the *content* of Poet is far, far too important to just coast through it like people do with their first listen through of most songs. Too much context, too much emotional baggage and history. It does both the reactor and the song a supreme disservice, because it's SO important that people understand what's going on in that one.
@@forgalzz7 true story, but with the Poet it makes the listening so much more....🤔 beautifuller...if that is even a word 😁 Some songs need a tat of study at forehand...🖐
@@Pitchblackbones - Agree to that, have seen one reactor doing it without reading up on the back story and it didn't go well. To sum it up in as few words as possible - "What was that all about, I have so many question after seeing this..." Take our word for it Chase, it may require you to do some digging of your own but your impression of "The Poet..." will be much stronger if you know the background story. Cheers / B.
When I first started to listen to Nightwish, about 4 months ago, I started to make a list of my favorite songs. I soon found that was a waste of time. Seems all songs of Nightwish have become my favorites.
"They are masters of contrast... and everything else. It's almost annoying." Says it all Chase about this wonderful band. I loved and learned so much as always from this reaction. Thank you so much. Paul 😍👍😊
Watching your reactions it's like falling in love again with Nightwish. It's great to see through your eyes how wonderful they are and also it gives us the opportunity to appreciate a lot of things that maybe we didn't pay attention before
Nightwish : I want my tears back. Live from Wacken 2013. it has a nice new ( for you with nightwish) instrument played by Troy. The song is so so good.
@@ChaseCarneson If you do I want my tears back, please go for the Buenos Aires 2018 version :) The crowd and the band are on a whole different level there.
@@ChaseCarneson be sure to do the Wacken 2013 version, yes, the atmosphere is great in Buenos Aires, but the sound mixing and vocals are superior at Wacken
@@atlantis315 With him doing the reaction, i wouldn't mind at all doing two versions of the same song. Not that there's a lack of songs he could react to, but...
I've been a Nightwish fan for a while but I feel like thanks to your explanations of what's going on with the composition and technique I am seeing the songs in a new light and experiencing the band at a different level I wouldn't normally be able to since I have very little musical ability. Your excitement for the music is infectious and I am grateful for the opportunity to re-experience the songs in a brand new way.
6:02 "There she is". XD Someone has a crush. But seriously, how are you so good at analyzing music? And also there is something very pleasant about the way you speak. It's a pleasure to listen to you. I'm requesting Ghost river next.
The shot of Empuu 'showing off' is, I believe, him throwing his plectrums into the crowd. I've noticed him do it before. I also noticed when he takes a new one, he uses it first, before throwing it into the crowd, adding to it's value to whoever is lucky enough to catch it. It's the little things that count... Another laser sharp analysis. Kudos.
You will notice a few differences to the Wacken concert. This is two years on. There is a new drummer and the sixth member of the group Troy is more prominent. If you want a growling Floor, do Yours is an Empty Hope from same Wembley concert
@@PeaceweaponPT Disdain was exactly what I meant, that's what I was thinking, I don't even know why I typed Discord, that song I hadn't even thought of lol. Changed it now.
Love Yours is a Empty Hope, no question. But I enjoy the cruise edition more..Smaller stage, Sound is more direct imo. Nothing wrong with the London version btw...👊
Don't feel bad for us fans who have heard these songs before. Yes, we don't have the "first experience" feelings, but we get to rehash those feelings through the first experiences of reactors such as yourself. I personally love to see the wonder and awe in all your faces as you feel the amazement. I'm right there, alongside all of you on your Nightwish journey to enjoy it with you. 👍🏻🤘🏻
I'm looking forward to your reaction to "Yours Is An Empty Hope" (live at Wembley), as you are able to listen all the details of music and vocals and there are some interesting things to find there.
I can practically hear the wheels in your brain ticking when you are listening these songs. It is nice to have reactions like yours, when you actually point out and explain things on the songs. It is lot better than just aaaah's and ooooh's as we all know how good they are. I am musically pretty illiterate so my knowledge of music is very minimal. But watching this kind of reactions I've learned so much. Learning bits and pieces of instruments, about playing them, composing, vocal use etc makes everything so much more interesting. Also makes me to appreciate everything even more. So thank you for your "insights" and keep on bringing more reactions :)
Not enough love for the lighting and pyro "guys". They are top tier and they do a fantastic job. Never seem to miss and it lends so much to a Nightwish performance.
Before you get to the BIG TWO ( Poet and the pendulum and The Greatest Show on Earth) Big because they are both over ten minuets. I think you need to see: I want my tears back (Live at Wacken) Shows more of Troys talents and a new side you have yet to see. Dark Chest of wonders (Wacken) A kickass opener for more of that metal goodness. Wish I Had An Angel (Wacken) For more Floor and Marco harmonies. The Islander (live at Tampere) Beautiful Marco showpiece. While your lips are still red (live at Wembley) One of Nightwish's slower songs and great vocals by Marco. Nemo and Ever Dream (both at Wacken) mainly because they are two very popular songs and the whole Wacken show is gold. Yours is an Empty Hope (Wembley 2015) Proper grows from Floor in this one. Devil & the Deep Dark Ocean (live in Buenos Aries) A very old song reborn but it's a must see. It is insane. Dead Boy's Poem (live Buenos Aries) Another old song redone. Very emotional performance. Shudder Before The Beautiful (Wembley) For me personally it's the guitar riff that does it for me. There's probably some I missed but then I think you are good to go on THE BIG TWO. After that you can jump into their new album which i can't get over how well it is made, I think you will love it and would be able to talk for hours about it.
Really perked my ears up when you mentioned Empuu's solo having note changes that sound just almost a hair too late. I'm sure there's a musical term for that, but I can't find it in my brain currently. It's definitely there, and keeps your interest peaked. Floor does this also, in particular in her Beste Zanger performances (I can't remember which ones this moment). They're both already good, they already have your attention, but it's like they're making craft choices which edge you closer and closer to the front of your seat listening to them. As musicians, Nightwish have so many incremental buffs above "hitting the right notes" it's just astounding.
I've always thought Nightwish had a proggy influence to them. There's something very sneaky and subtle about the way Tuomas writes music. You can tell by all the attention put into the details that he really knows what he's doing and that he's also got the good fortune to have band members around that are excellent musicians in their own right. It's not showing off but below the surface you can see that they're secretly stupidly good musicians, they just don't feel the need to overplay. Which makes even more complex pieces like this one (structurally it's just like - wow) or Song of Myself all the more impressive, because at first sight you don't realize there's so much stuff going on. It doesn't hurt their vocalist is one of the most talented women around either. Also, their hometown in Kitee has a museum dedicated to these guys run by their former music teacher.
My new favourite Nightwish reactions, not many of these can tell me something new and interesting after listening to this stuff hundred times over with various commentaries from various vocal coaches, musicians etc. Yet, here it is. Can not wait for more! Mr. Carneson, prepare to be frustrated even more, there is no coming back now :D.
Chase, as we're coming to expect now - another wonderful technical & impressionistic reaction. Great job man! What REALLY made me happy though, and it's such a small thing... Someone *finally* reacted to the body language showmanship at 17:08 - "She's fierce man!" You got that right, bro. Fierce and beyond.
Chase, you have the BEST facial expressions, and knowing you have an amazing analysis brewing makes me so happy to watch your reactions. The smile you gave just before the 14 min mark, made me think you might come out with a Jurassic Park quote, "Clever girl"... just so fun to watch your suspicions, sometimes confirmed, sometimes confounded. Big kudos.
My favourite Nightwish reactor, and you’re right, it’s great seeing your first time reaction and reliving the amazement and excitement I had the first time I heard them through you.
You can see why we call her Goddess. 😉 If this year's Wembley gig goes ahead, it's going to be an emotional one. There will not be a dry eye in the house - in the crowd or onstage. I just wish I had a ticket. They sold out in minutes.
This song was written during the Annette era so has a more pop/metal style vocal. Floor makes it so much better. She's so amazing that she pulls back into the harmony part to compliment Marco's vocals and really blends with him instead of sounding like 2 soloists singing at the same time.
I’m a huge Nightwish fan BUT I haven’t heard all their songs yet. This was such a treat to hear for the first time and enjoy your reaction and commentary along with it. When Marko sings, I get this feeling in the pit of my stomach like I am in love for the first time. I’m happily married to my own bearded God but dang it! Marko has infiltrated my senses!! And Floor, well she is just beyond comprehension.
@@ChaseCarneson I'm beyond excited for you to experience them! If I had to request an order I'd say Poet first and then Greatest Show on Earth. But you still have Ever Dream, I Want My Tears Back, and so many more! How will you choose???
@@cottagestoryteller haha well I think I have this week's figured out but gonna leave some of it up to you all. Also do some teasers on Twitter so you never know haha
@@ChaseCarneson I can't wait! :D Your commentary is always so interesting to listen to, it isn't just an emotional reaction it's an informed one, which I absolutely love. Keep it up and thank you for the great content!
@@ChaseCarneson Thank you. If you would like some new bands if you take requests I'd recommend the bands Sabaton & The HU. Also I may have dropped a list of Nightwish songs in another comment. Also I never heard of Band Maid until I saw your videos so thanks for that amazing gift.
@@ChaseCarneson if you want to check really great musicians try Ayreon. You will see what is kicking ass project. Try Age of Shadows LIVE Universe and Druids turn to stone same concert. I mean every single song if you pick up from that concert is awesome. You will not be disappointed. Trust me.
Been a fan of Nightwish for 15 years and watching your videos has sent me into another spiral where I don't want to listen to anything but Nightwish after I'd been off them for a while, so you've certainly accomplished passing on "living that euphoria"
Yeah with a smile on my face...thats litteraly what happens when I hear every single masterpiece of Nightwish....plus some goosebumps every now and then 😀
@@ChaseCarneson Yes ! Absolutely, you did it justice ! Funny, my comment after the video was cut off mid sentence, but I love your attention to every intricate musical detail, along with the delicate descriptions ! Amazing ❤️ !!
Do not stop. Please, do not stop pausing and giving your analyses. It is awesome!! Pause as much as you want. I appreciate you backing it up again so we don't miss anything. Great job!
Another brilliant reaction. I love to see the on going battle between the connaiseur. Of music you are And and the fan of the band you are becoming....
I love how you can pick out the small stuff on the first listen! I’d love to see you react to I want my tears back, and hear what you have to say about it😁
It's never enough :-). A couple of years ago I became a fan by getting captured by one song and leaving me with the feeling I needed more. Ended up listening through the night... I just can't get enough! In my view, they are the best out there :-). Enjoying your reactions a lot. Keep it up! I'll be looking forward :-)
Back in high school this was my favorite song by them thats now shifted to the greatest show on earth for my love of science this band is truly amazing tumoas is the composer of our time everything this man produces amazing great work with this one so glad to see you growing on TH-cam you bring a vast knowledge of music to these reactions which adds to every video
Nightwish may be the best at what they do, but what I'm concerned you're the best at what you do! Love your reactions. Me myself am a big Nightwish fan and I really like your breakdowns of the songs. Don't bother to push that pause button 'cause you really got something to say about what happens. Keep it up! 🤘🎼🎶🔊🤪
another great reaction, tnx. i have watched a LOT of nightwish reactions, but i have chosen to save some songs. so this is the first time i've heard this song, love experiencing it with u...
Great stuff, Chase. Troy (plays the pipes, acoustic, whistles etc) was brought in as a guest and touring musician when Nightwish started recording Dark Passion Play (2007) - the album this song is from. He was also a guest musician on Imaginaerum (2011) and became a full time member of the band at the end of the world tour of that album in 2013 (the year of THAT Wacken show) . His background is Celtic, folk-rock and traditional music, and so Tuomas wanted him to add those elements into the band.
You're so with the music, I grinned right alongside you, uncontrollably! Very enjoyable to watch, but on top of that you have expert knowledge on the technical aspects, making musically illiterate ones like me appreciate our favorite band even more after years through new understanding!
Firstly thank you your deeply thoughts and knowledge, you share! Deep Silent Complete live Buenos Aires might be one of the next experiences for you to enjoy wtih us.
@@ChaseCarneson there is so much diversity in their music in a good way and wait until you hear this new album Human I Nature, full of surprises around every transitions and Tribal... That is something out of this world in every way. It is really nice to see other peoples reaction and same time listening those experiences again with same passion over again and wondering Tuomas's mind structure...
Great reaction as always - I am by no means a guitar expert nor do i play that well, but the info for Emppu's guitars are as follows: Emppu has tuned his studio guitars in D tuning since the release of Century Child (2002) - until then, his guitars were tuned in standard. During concerts, he has two guitars - one for each tuning - In 2004 Vuorinen started using an ESP custom shop version of the Horizon known as the EV-1. The EV-1 has an alder body, maple neck (neck through construction), ebony fingerboard, Seymour Duncan pickups (a Duncan Custom TB-5 in the bridge, a SHR-1n Hot Rails in the middle, and a SH2-n Jazz in the neck), 5 way switch, single volume control and a gold Floyd Rose tremolo system. He regularly used two during live shows, a purple one tuned to DGCFAD and a white one tuned to EADGBE. After the release of Dark Passion Play in 2007 he toured with a new signature guitar, the EV-2. This was very similar to the purple EV-1, but now had a tone control and a large decal on the body known as the "Harem Girl". The third incarnation of the series, the EV-3 appeared in 2012 featuring the Imaginaerum cover art and no middle pickup. On the band's 2012/13 Imaginaerum World Tour, Vuorinen used the EV-1 and EV-3. During rehearsals for Nightwish's eighth album Emppu has been using a new custom guitar, built for him by Ruokangas Guitars Hope that helps shed some light on his set up mate.
I was late to the Nightwish party myself. Making up for lost time here. I love you analyses as there’s the right combination of pure reaction and knowledge dropping. I can’t wait for more
I agree! They opened the show with "Shudder" both at Wembley and Tampere. What an opener it is. Both versions are great. I like what Floor is wearing at Wembley, so that would be my choice. I love the duel between Tuomas and Emppu, taking turns with their solos. The keyboard solo sound is hilarious.
You want rasp, growl? Yours is an empty hope live at wembley(clearer sound on vocals) or the nightwish cruise (better overall sound of the recording, instruments etc). Great reaction btw, and this is one of my favorites from them.
Nightwish is Master to built up songs, I love their intros. Many times them are different (better) than original studio versions😳. Marko&Floor sounds so good together, perfection.
I was at this gig. Right at the barrier by where Emppu plays his guitar solo. I had been sitting in the cold December air, having been recovering for from a cold and lost my voice singing. It was FANTASTIC and the addition of Troys electric mandolin made this song so cool! Fun fact: This song is based around the novel Wolves of Calla by Stephen King and if you've read it the lyrics make SO much sense. Thank you do much for your astute musical analysis, I hadn't noticed some of that! You have a great way of making me re-live the experience so thanks!
A very poetic song about "Carpe Deim"! I think Nightwish tunes to D. That is exactly the beauty and fun of watching great and knowledgeable reactors listening and reacting to our favorite songs. We get to relive the joy and experience these songs again as if it is our first time as well! Being a musician also makes your analysis and appreciation for these compositions and musical techniques all that much better. Most listeners without a musical background can not appreciate or even pick up on all of the intricacies. You are ready for "The Poet and the Pendulum". It is a masterpiece of musical theater and storytelling. The key to experiencing the full impact of this song is to understand the lyrics. They are all sung from the perspective of Tuomas. It is based around the firing of their first vocalist, Tarja. Tuomas received much negative feedback from the fans for firing Tarja, which in my opinion was done with good reason. This song is inspire, obviously by Edgar Allen Poe's famous story "The Pit and the Pendulum". If you are familiar with this story and the mental anguish that the protagonist endures you will better understand the lyrical journey that you go through in this song. Overall the song deals with Tuomas' emotional ride after the firing that almost leads him to do the unthinkable. Fortunately he does it in this song, which allows us all to experience his depression and manic emotions during this episode in the Nightwish storyline. This song appeared on the very next CD "Dark Passion Play", as the opening track about 2 years later with a new vocalist, Annette Olzen. Tarja, the first vocalist (Very operatic) was beloved by the NIghtwish fans and most fans thought this would be the end of Nightwish. It almost was until several years later and after letting Annette go as well, they found the perfect vocalist for Nightwish. Floor Jansen! See you for the next one my musical friend.
I believe I speak for the Nightwish army when I say the more reactions you do the happier we will all be 😁 Trust me, we will never get tired of watching. Oh and I just love your analysis and the joy on your face when you see something amazing.
Haha well that's good cause there's a lot more coming.
@No One Hahaha you guys are the best!
Its not hard to be, if you have THIS good band and singer :)
@@ChaseCarneson four days past...four days....but we are still checking your channel and this video....four days....
And so say all of us.
Onstage, the band is noticeably happier since Floor joined. Me too. 😄🤘
Funny that isn't it Skeeze, I noticed too. . . . . . . . . .
You know, you are right! I have noticed that they obviously enjoy playing on stage, but only after your comment have I realized, that this was somehow missing before...
I mean, they always have been professionals before, and they hopefully had fun doing their shows, but it shows much more now!
It's because Floor is THERE, in the moment, with them. Sometimes Tarja seemed to be somewhere else when she was on stage. And Anette had stage fright, or was very nervous when she was on stage.
@@darkiee69 Not to mention there was absolutely no way she could keep up with Marco if he went full out, which was also sad cause Marco had to hold off to not overshadow "lead singer". No more problem with Floor, he can just go all out and she will always keep up and go even higher if needed. Annette was a failure of singer, because singer is as good as he/she is on live.
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THEORY: so, this is how a song is composed, these are the rules..
TUOMAS: oh sorry, I wasn´t paying attention.. anyway, here is what I call a proper music:
I think it was J.S. Bach (or other equally famous composer) once said something to the effect "Learn all the rules so you know how to break them." Tuomas does generally follow rules, and likewise breaks them for specific effect, and does it surprisingly well.
@@ArimoDave "Learn the rules like a pro, so you can break them like an artist." Pablo Picasso ♥
Music theory doesn't really say what the rules are; it's not an orthodoxy unless applied too narrowly or generally incorrectly. Theory more quantifies how it comes to be that certain things sound the way they do. How you use it is up to you.
Chase: Where are we going now
Floor: Wembley let's go
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Look at the huge smile on Tuomas' face at the 11:19 mark....so awesome!!!
FYI: Troy is a BARD. Full on.
"It's almost annoying." Oh, you made me chuckle! You want to be jealous, but you enjoy what they do so much! If it makes you feel any better, Tuomas been SERIOUSLY doing this for over 20 yrs, fanatically devoted to perfection. The inside of his head must be a vast swirling galaxy the size of the Milky Way. He has entire solar systems in there. All full of music. Which, you know, doesn't leave room for much else.
And can I just shout out for Floor? She is trail blazing for a lot of young female singers, showing them that they can be more than just something pretty to look at on stage. Floor OWNS her power, her great talents and dedication to training. She is a force to be reckoned with, an equal partner on the stage. Yeah, she's smokin' hot. But she's more than a stage ornament.
He has such oceans within.
Tuomas is a perfectionist. I can only imagine how happy he was with Floor also being a perfectionist. I saw old footage of Floor getting ready for a show in Finland. They asked Tuomas to say something about Floor joining the band. The only thing he said was: "Floor is home." Awww. :)
@@kdbadk Oh.... Well done Kevin. Perfect reference!
I was going to say the same thing, it's almost unfair to other bands how much talent these guys have between them, it's simply ludicrous.
And you're right, he does have such oceans within. What a line, what a line. 🖤 God, that whole part of the song just absolutely guts me. Can't hear a playthrough without crying like a baby.
It's like Devin Townsend's "spirits will collide". It hits you right in the guts. There's no avoiding it.
@@darthmagnus8855 @Kevin Burgess Totally agree!!!!
I really appreciate how you're giving shoutouts to Emppu on the guitar. As I watch these different reactions, he tends to go unnoticed because he's not as show-offy as some lead guitarists may be, with long wailing solos and whatnot... But I do love the richness he's bringing to the music and I absolutely adore his riffs. His are among some of my most favourite in all of metal. So, props for giving Emppu his just props! :D
He deserves them!!!
Emppu adds so much to this "supergroup" of artists. His energy alone is infectious. I cant help but to smile when I see him
You may be the most Happily Annoyed person I have ever seen. Don't feel bad for us hearing the songs again, that would happen without you. I am glad for us hearing your insight on the tech ( not Nerdy, Knowledgeable ) side. Often I say to myself, " never picked up on that before " during your reactions. Thank you for that ! Yes they love what they do, how could they not ? They play tight, they are tight with each other, don't get no better than that. The loyal Army....Every crowd view....They know all the damn lyrics singing alone. This is the Perfect Storm !
@Thomas Lilly - Thanks for that, it has saved me a heap of typing, well said; and Chase, keep at it, you are articulating bits I recognise and cannot put words to, thank you.
There is only one thing every Nightwish fan, new and old, can agree to hate.
Not having discovered them earlier in life.
I mean…. I think that eleven years old is pretty decent 😅
You got to hand it to Troy. He is the master of playing rock music with completely unconventional instruments.
Absolutely love listening to you, listening to your analysis and listening to Nightwish of course! I feel like I'm learning something new everytime you upload a reaction to a Nightwish masterpiece. Please continue with breaking down the songs, it's so interesting. Thank you for everything you do!
Thank you so much for the kind words and support. Glad you're enjoying them. Much more coming soon.
Without doubt you are one of the most articulate, intelligent and insightful reactors and I really appreciate your analyses. Well done.
I always loved the line "Turn every poet loose", and the way Floor just DECLARES it in this rendition raises it to a whole another level. She is so god damn powerful.
Also, can we take a moment to appreciate just how long she windmill headbangs non-stop in the part before that?
Comment at 8:12
**Troy just standing in the back, hardly noticed that he is singing back-up by 98% of reactors...ever**
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Yes, he was singing on the chorus.
Yeah Chase and Elizabeth Zharoff are about the only ones that pickup on Troy so quickly. As much as I really like Julia, I think Elizabeth is a better reactor.... especial her serious giggles, nerdy responses about science, and facial expressions. I've watch a lot of reactors too. There is an older composer dude (Doug Helvering) that really picks up on the time signatures, key changes, et. al. I think Chase is one of the best overall reactors. I have to admin that out of the maybe 50 reactors to GLS, 10 of them provided useful technical information about GLS (like Tank the Tech) that give a more complete understanding of everything.
Emppu uses a D tuning on every thing since Century Child. Previous to that he would use two different guitars depending on the song. So on early stuff if the guitar is purple it is D if it is white it is E or standard.
Nice information add!
Someone go tell Tank, he's obsessed with Emppus guitars.
"...Where are we going now?"
Correct! If I had to attempt to sum up Nightwish in 5 words, those would be the ones I'd use too
Yep! Or maybe 7: "Nightwish is like a box of chocolates"
"Light THE FIRE, FEAST".. damn, it has been 15 years and still chills every time
Nightwish - Yours is an empty Hope
I think you are ready for this one as you really pay attention to everything.
I've been saying this for a while now, and it's hard to imagine I'm in the minority.
Couldn't agree more. I'm sure he'd catch everything that others miss. :P
@@eleanorhartshorn8816 Yeah! Like that one thing that everyone misses! I have faith in him!
Wembley version plz
I'm personally partial to the performance on the cruise (I feel like it's mixed best), though the key thing people like you to notice is easiest to hear in the Wembley performance.
If Nightwish wanted 1 more talented human to join their group I feel like Chase would be their pick👌👏
Haha IMAGINE!!! I think there are millions ahead in the queue, but I appreciate the kind words!
@@ChaseCarneson Chase for the stars?
@@michaellejeune7715 Chase ad astra? ..hehe
If Nightwish add one more talented person in the band, the universe will implode.
@@ChaseCarneson Epica - Cry For The Moon : th-cam.com/video/Dys1_TuUmI4/w-d-xo.html 💕💕💕
A bit more rare song to react. Weak Fantasy, live from Tampere, Finland
10/10 performance.
Love that song! Not enough reactions to that one, same with Ghost River.
Really glad you did this track, its one of my favourites and normally never gets enough attention!
Well I hope you enjoy and hopefully I did it justice.
@@ChaseCarneson You did! 🤘👏
This song is highly underrated and not so well known throughout the NW army, unfortunately.. such a masterpiece!
The most 2 “metal” minutes ever 😃🤘🏻
indeed their most catchy songs like storytime nemo etc usually get more attention. This one is an underrated song, but because it's a grower, once you realize it, it's a banger
If you ever go for Poet and the Pendulum please read a bit back story beforehand because it's so worth it. But some has probably already told you that. Great analytical vids, keep doing what you're doing.
On the other hand, seeing live reactions to something they have not studied beforehand is also interesting.
Yes definitely, The poet and pendulum is a must!
@@forgalzz7 I definitely agree with you, totally blind videos are my preference like 98% of the time, but in my personal opinion, the *content* of Poet is far, far too important to just coast through it like people do with their first listen through of most songs. Too much context, too much emotional baggage and history. It does both the reactor and the song a supreme disservice, because it's SO important that people understand what's going on in that one.
@@forgalzz7 true story, but with the Poet it makes the listening so much more....🤔 beautifuller...if that is even a word 😁
Some songs need a tat of study at forehand...🖐
@@Pitchblackbones - Agree to that, have seen one reactor doing it without reading up on the back story and it didn't go well. To sum it up in as few words as possible - "What was that all about, I have so many question after seeing this..."
Take our word for it Chase, it may require you to do some digging of your own but your impression of "The Poet..." will be much stronger if you know the background story. Cheers / B.
Positive energy between band members on stage adds a lot to the performance and makes you love them even more.
When I first started to listen to Nightwish, about 4 months ago, I started to make a list of my favorite songs. I soon found that was a waste of time. Seems all songs of Nightwish have become my favorites.
Tried the same many many times.. almost impossible.
I don’t know anything about guitars but whatever they do to get those thick and meaty guitar riffs melts my ear hole hearts
"They are masters of contrast... and everything else. It's almost annoying." Says it all Chase about this wonderful band. I loved and learned so much as always from this reaction. Thank you so much. Paul 😍👍😊
3:50 "I'm going to have to go back to the beginning again..."
It truely is a chore to HAVE to go back and listen to them again... I feel your pain.
😂😂😂 I know right!!!
Watching your reactions it's like falling in love again with Nightwish. It's great to see through your eyes how wonderful they are and also it gives us the opportunity to appreciate a lot of things that maybe we didn't pay attention before
Wow, thank you for that. Appreciate the support.
I should use the “Wembley let’s go!!!!” part as my alarm song, that will get me going. I love this song❤❤❤
Nightwish : I want my tears back. Live from Wacken 2013. it has a nice new ( for you with nightwish) instrument played by Troy. The song is so so good.
Yeah this one is definitely on the list too.
The Buenos Aires 2018 version is so much better. The crowd interaction is awesome and of course Floor and the band are spot on!
@@ChaseCarneson If you do I want my tears back, please go for the Buenos Aires 2018 version :) The crowd and the band are on a whole different level there.
@@ChaseCarneson be sure to do the Wacken 2013 version, yes, the atmosphere is great in Buenos Aires, but the sound mixing and vocals are superior at Wacken
@@atlantis315 With him doing the reaction, i wouldn't mind at all doing two versions of the same song. Not that there's a lack of songs he could react to, but...
I've been a Nightwish fan for a while but I feel like thanks to your explanations of what's going on with the composition and technique I am seeing the songs in a new light and experiencing the band at a different level I wouldn't normally be able to since I have very little musical ability. Your excitement for the music is infectious and I am grateful for the opportunity to re-experience the songs in a brand new way.
6:02 "There she is". XD Someone has a crush. But seriously, how are you so good at analyzing music? And also there is something very pleasant about the way you speak. It's a pleasure to listen to you. I'm requesting Ghost river next.
Appreciate the kind words. It's definitely on the list.
The shot of Empuu 'showing off' is, I believe, him throwing his plectrums into the crowd. I've noticed him do it before. I also noticed when he takes a new one, he uses it first, before throwing it into the crowd, adding to it's value to whoever is lucky enough to catch it. It's the little things that count...
Another laser sharp analysis. Kudos.
17:00 - 17:15 Tuomas, Chase & Floor “feeling it!” 😂
“Fierce” is the right word for the Floor Wolf! 🐺
You will notice a few differences to the Wacken concert. This is two years on. There is a new drummer and the sixth member of the group Troy is more prominent. If you want a growling Floor, do Yours is an Empty Hope from same Wembley concert
Yours Is An Empty Hope, not End Of All Hope.
PageMonster : Yes, sorry, changed it.
Or pre-Nightwish, for her growling, I usually suggest the song Disdain from her previous band Revamp, live at Grasspop.
@@PeaceweaponPT Disdain was exactly what I meant, that's what I was thinking, I don't even know why I typed Discord, that song I hadn't even thought of lol. Changed it now.
Love Yours is a Empty Hope, no question. But I enjoy the cruise edition more..Smaller stage, Sound is more direct imo.
Nothing wrong with the London version btw...👊
Don't feel bad for us fans who have heard these songs before. Yes, we don't have the "first experience" feelings, but we get to rehash those feelings through the first experiences of reactors such as yourself.
I personally love to see the wonder and awe in all your faces as you feel the amazement. I'm right there, alongside all of you on your Nightwish journey to enjoy it with you. 👍🏻🤘🏻
you have to listen to Weak Fantasy, such a beautiful story and song from Nightwish, i know you will love it.
Floor and Nightwish ,,Match make in heaven, IN SPACE !! stay safe.
I'm looking forward to your reaction to "Yours Is An Empty Hope" (live at Wembley), as you are able to listen all the details of music and vocals and there are some interesting things to find there.
I can practically hear the wheels in your brain ticking when you are listening these songs. It is nice to have reactions like yours, when you actually point out and explain things on the songs. It is lot better than just aaaah's and ooooh's as we all know how good they are. I am musically pretty illiterate so my knowledge of music is very minimal. But watching this kind of reactions I've learned so much. Learning bits and pieces of instruments, about playing them, composing, vocal use etc makes everything so much more interesting. Also makes me to appreciate everything even more. So thank you for your "insights" and keep on bringing more reactions :)
I really appreciate you. Thank you for the lovely comment and support.
Not enough love for the lighting and pyro "guys". They are top tier and they do a fantastic job. Never seem to miss and it lends so much to a Nightwish performance.
Dont miss out on "The Islander (Live at Tampere)", Marco might suprise you!
He's Finnish, it's spelled Marko with a K!
NIGHTWISH is the best band I have heard in my 76 years!!!!
Wel... what can i say... your a fanboy now😜😎🇳🇱🤘 we heard the song but your surprising wow faces are priceless.🤣
Before you get to the BIG TWO ( Poet and the pendulum and The Greatest Show on Earth) Big because they are both over ten minuets.
I think you need to see:
I want my tears back (Live at Wacken) Shows more of Troys talents and a new side you have yet to see.
Dark Chest of wonders (Wacken) A kickass opener for more of that metal goodness.
Wish I Had An Angel (Wacken) For more Floor and Marco harmonies.
The Islander (live at Tampere) Beautiful Marco showpiece.
While your lips are still red (live at Wembley) One of Nightwish's slower songs and great vocals by Marco.
Nemo and Ever Dream (both at Wacken) mainly because they are two very popular songs and the whole Wacken show is gold.
Yours is an Empty Hope (Wembley 2015) Proper grows from Floor in this one.
Devil & the Deep Dark Ocean (live in Buenos Aries) A very old song reborn but it's a must see. It is insane.
Dead Boy's Poem (live Buenos Aries) Another old song redone. Very emotional performance.
Shudder Before The Beautiful (Wembley) For me personally it's the guitar riff that does it for me.
There's probably some I missed but then I think you are good to go on THE BIG TWO. After that you can jump into their new album which i can't get over how well it is made, I think you will love it and would be able to talk for hours about it.
Deads Boy Poem...you forgot
@@palmanbracht9125 Ah yes, thank you. If I missed anymore keep them coming.
@@clumsyturtle8544 The Last Ride of the Day ;)
I would add Last of the Wilds from Wacken too on the list. Beautyful instrumental.
And I would also add Bless the Child at Wacken and Stargazers at Tampere
Really perked my ears up when you mentioned Empuu's solo having note changes that sound just almost a hair too late. I'm sure there's a musical term for that, but I can't find it in my brain currently. It's definitely there, and keeps your interest peaked. Floor does this also, in particular in her Beste Zanger performances (I can't remember which ones this moment). They're both already good, they already have your attention, but it's like they're making craft choices which edge you closer and closer to the front of your seat listening to them. As musicians, Nightwish have so many incremental buffs above "hitting the right notes" it's just astounding.
Emppu is former judoka, in his youth he was in Finnish junior national teamm so ill bet there is strenght in his arms :)
I am so happy Troy joined. I am always amazed and inspired
I've always thought Nightwish had a proggy influence to them. There's something very sneaky and subtle about the way Tuomas writes music. You can tell by all the attention put into the details that he really knows what he's doing and that he's also got the good fortune to have band members around that are excellent musicians in their own right. It's not showing off but below the surface you can see that they're secretly stupidly good musicians, they just don't feel the need to overplay. Which makes even more complex pieces like this one (structurally it's just like - wow) or Song of Myself all the more impressive, because at first sight you don't realize there's so much stuff going on.
It doesn't hurt their vocalist is one of the most talented women around either.
Also, their hometown in Kitee has a museum dedicated to these guys run by their former music teacher.
Nightwish: Expect the unexpectable...
When Floor roars at the audience at the end 😂😍
Yes my favourite you just really made my day 🤘🏼🤗🥰
Aaaah thank you for that. Hope you enjoy!
You are amazing. Welcome to the army
Thank you Stefanie.
Your reaction at 13:36-13:45... you are enjoying this so much and that’s so great to see.
My new favourite Nightwish reactions, not many of these can tell me something new and interesting after listening to this stuff hundred times over with various commentaries from various vocal coaches, musicians etc. Yet, here it is. Can not wait for more! Mr. Carneson, prepare to be frustrated even more, there is no coming back now :D.
Thank you so much for the kind words. Appreciate the support.
Chase, as we're coming to expect now - another wonderful technical & impressionistic reaction. Great job man! What REALLY made me happy though, and it's such a small thing...
Someone *finally* reacted to the body language showmanship at 17:08 -
"She's fierce man!"
You got that right, bro. Fierce and beyond.
Appreciate this a ton. Thank you so much for it all.
Chase, you have the BEST facial expressions, and knowing you have an amazing analysis brewing makes me so happy to watch your reactions. The smile you gave just before the 14 min mark, made me think you might come out with a Jurassic Park quote, "Clever girl"... just so fun to watch your suspicions, sometimes confirmed, sometimes confounded. Big kudos.
My favourite Nightwish reactor, and you’re right, it’s great seeing your first time reaction and reliving the amazement and excitement I had the first time I heard them through you.
I absolutely LOVE your reactions, you don't have to say anything! your face, especially your eyes say it all, love it!
Chase: some say I'm ready, some say I'm not
The Poet and the Pendulum: I will melt your brain either way!
😂😂😂👌
Like always amazing sound plus the goddess Floor Jensen of Nightwish.
You can see why we call her Goddess. 😉
If this year's Wembley gig goes ahead, it's going to be an emotional one. There will not be a dry eye in the house - in the crowd or onstage. I just wish I had a ticket. They sold out in minutes.
Every of their songs is an epic journey
He knows what he's talking about.Not like others.👍
Your facial expression at 13:17 was priceless :-D Never mind, I was the same when I heard this song for the first time.
This song was written during the Annette era so has a more pop/metal style vocal. Floor makes it so much better. She's so amazing that she pulls back into the harmony part to compliment Marco's vocals and really blends with him instead of sounding like 2 soloists singing at the same time.
idk, the studio albums that Annette did are incredible - not that I like comparing singers, because how can you?
I’m a huge Nightwish fan BUT I haven’t heard all their songs yet. This was such a treat to hear for the first time and enjoy your reaction and commentary along with it.
When Marko sings, I get this feeling in the pit of my stomach like I am in love for the first time. I’m happily married to my own bearded God but dang it! Marko has infiltrated my senses!! And Floor, well she is just beyond comprehension.
"Where are we going now?"
That might have been the best and most honest line in any Nightwish reaction video.
Officially in the NW Army! Woot woot!! I'm here for the long haul, love your reactions more and more!
Really glad you like them! Lots more to come I promise.
@@ChaseCarneson I'm beyond excited for you to experience them! If I had to request an order I'd say Poet first and then Greatest Show on Earth. But you still have Ever Dream, I Want My Tears Back, and so many more! How will you choose???
@@cottagestoryteller haha well I think I have this week's figured out but gonna leave some of it up to you all. Also do some teasers on Twitter so you never know haha
@@ChaseCarneson I can't wait! :D Your commentary is always so interesting to listen to, it isn't just an emotional reaction it's an informed one, which I absolutely love. Keep it up and thank you for the great content!
Don’t feel bad for us. Seeing someone new to Nightwish enjoy them as much as we do is a real buzz
Yeesssss! Please keep the Nightwish, Unleash The Archers, Band Maid and Jinjer videos coming. Can't get enough of your analysis.
No problem. Will be throwing some fresh new bands in too but they'll be there don't you worry.
@@ChaseCarneson Thank you. If you would like some new bands if you take requests I'd recommend the bands Sabaton & The HU.
Also I may have dropped a list of Nightwish songs in another comment. Also I never heard of Band Maid until I saw your videos so thanks for that amazing gift.
@@ChaseCarneson if you want to check really great musicians try Ayreon. You will see what is kicking ass project. Try Age of Shadows LIVE Universe and Druids turn to stone same concert. I mean every single song if you pick up from that concert is awesome. You will not be disappointed. Trust me.
@@ChaseCarneson Oho, more new bands coming down the pipeline? Might I be so bold as to humbly suggest tossing Powerwolf into that there pot
Been a fan of Nightwish for 15 years and watching your videos has sent me into another spiral where I don't want to listen to anything but Nightwish after I'd been off them for a while, so you've certainly accomplished passing on "living that euphoria"
I consider that a MASSIVE compliment so thank you.
Another enjoyable reaction, you are like Nightwish, you never fail!
That's a massive compliment. Thank you for the support.
You continue to provide the best and most enjoyable reactions to our favorite band, Nightwish. Thank you.
Wow, thank you. Appreciate the support.
Yeah with a smile on my face...thats litteraly what happens when I hear every single masterpiece of Nightwish....plus some goosebumps every now and then 😀
Oh cool !!!! You are gonna Love this one. Can't wait to hear you diagnose and dissect this musical masterpiece !!!
Hope I did it justice?
@@ChaseCarneson Yes ! Absolutely, you did it justice ! Funny, my comment after the video was cut off mid sentence, but I love your attention to every intricate musical detail, along with the delicate descriptions ! Amazing ❤️ !!
Do not stop. Please, do not stop pausing and giving your analyses. It is awesome!! Pause as much as you want. I appreciate you backing it up again so we don't miss anything. Great job!
Another brilliant reaction. I love to see the on going battle between the connaiseur. Of music you are And and the fan of the band you are becoming....
I love how you can pick out the small stuff on the first listen! I’d love to see you react to I want my tears back, and hear what you have to say about it😁
It's on the list. Coming soon. Thanks so much for the support.
7 days to the wolves is fire 🔥🔥🔥
It's never enough :-). A couple of years ago I became a fan by getting captured by one song and leaving me with the feeling I needed more. Ended up listening through the night... I just can't get enough! In my view, they are the best out there :-). Enjoying your reactions a lot. Keep it up! I'll be looking forward :-)
More coming VERY soon.
Back in high school this was my favorite song by them thats now shifted to the greatest show on earth for my love of science this band is truly amazing tumoas is the composer of our time everything this man produces amazing great work with this one so glad to see you growing on TH-cam you bring a vast knowledge of music to these reactions which adds to every video
Really grateful for all the support
Nightwish may be the best at what they do, but what I'm concerned you're the best at what you do! Love your reactions. Me myself am a big Nightwish fan and I really like your breakdowns of the songs. Don't bother to push that pause button 'cause you really got something to say about what happens. Keep it up! 🤘🎼🎶🔊🤪
You really DO feel like you're galloping toward the end of a gigantic cliff !!!! Running for your Life ! So epic and of course, Your reaction is s
another great reaction, tnx. i have watched a LOT of nightwish reactions, but i have chosen to save some songs. so this is the first time i've heard this song, love experiencing it with u...
Great stuff, Chase. Troy (plays the pipes, acoustic, whistles etc) was brought in as a guest and touring musician when Nightwish started recording Dark Passion Play (2007) - the album this song is from. He was also a guest musician on Imaginaerum (2011) and became a full time member of the band at the end of the world tour of that album in 2013 (the year of THAT Wacken show) . His background is Celtic, folk-rock and traditional music, and so Tuomas wanted him to add those elements into the band.
You're so with the music, I grinned right alongside you, uncontrollably! Very enjoyable to watch, but on top of that you have expert knowledge on the technical aspects, making musically illiterate ones like me appreciate our favorite band even more after years through new understanding!
Firstly thank you your deeply thoughts and knowledge, you share! Deep Silent Complete live Buenos Aires might be one of the next experiences for you to enjoy wtih us.
Thank you for the support and kind words. Loads more to come
@@ChaseCarneson there is so much diversity in their music in a good way and wait until you hear this new album Human I Nature, full of surprises around every transitions and Tribal... That is something out of this world in every way. It is really nice to see other peoples reaction and same time listening those experiences again with same passion over again and wondering Tuomas's mind structure...
Great reaction as always - I am by no means a guitar expert nor do i play that well, but the info for Emppu's guitars are as follows:
Emppu has tuned his studio guitars in D tuning since the release of Century Child (2002) - until then, his guitars were tuned in standard. During concerts, he has two guitars - one for each tuning -
In 2004 Vuorinen started using an ESP custom shop version of the Horizon known as the EV-1. The EV-1 has an alder body, maple neck (neck through construction), ebony fingerboard, Seymour Duncan pickups (a Duncan Custom TB-5 in the bridge, a SHR-1n Hot Rails in the middle, and a SH2-n Jazz in the neck), 5 way switch, single volume control and a gold Floyd Rose tremolo system. He regularly used two during live shows, a purple one tuned to DGCFAD and a white one tuned to EADGBE. After the release of Dark Passion Play in 2007 he toured with a new signature guitar, the EV-2. This was very similar to the purple EV-1, but now had a tone control and a large decal on the body known as the "Harem Girl". The third incarnation of the series, the EV-3 appeared in 2012 featuring the Imaginaerum cover art and no middle pickup. On the band's 2012/13 Imaginaerum World Tour, Vuorinen used the EV-1 and EV-3. During rehearsals for Nightwish's eighth album Emppu has been using a new custom guitar, built for him by Ruokangas Guitars
Hope that helps shed some light on his set up mate.
Thanks, Paul.
Good job. Thank you.
I loved your reaction and I love this song. This song is for me the one where you see Tuomas smile so often, like a proud daddy! 💕🙋♀️
I was late to the Nightwish party myself. Making up for lost time here. I love you analyses as there’s the right combination of pure reaction and knowledge dropping. I can’t wait for more
Very nice Reaction.. have a Wish : shudder before the beautiful same Show😉
I agree! They opened the show with "Shudder" both at Wembley and Tampere. What an opener it is. Both versions are great. I like what Floor is wearing at Wembley, so that would be my choice. I love the duel between Tuomas and Emppu, taking turns with their solos. The keyboard solo sound is hilarious.
Agree, it is great opener, really makes you wish you had been there
“Where we going now?” New shirts by Chase!
You want rasp, growl? Yours is an empty hope live at wembley(clearer sound on vocals) or the nightwish cruise (better overall sound of the recording, instruments etc).
Great reaction btw, and this is one of my favorites from them.
Nightwish is Master to built up songs, I love their intros. Many times them are different (better) than original studio versions😳. Marko&Floor sounds so good together, perfection.
I was at this gig. Right at the barrier by where Emppu plays his guitar solo. I had been sitting in the cold December air, having been recovering for from a cold and lost my voice singing. It was FANTASTIC and the addition of Troys electric mandolin made this song so cool! Fun fact: This song is based around the novel Wolves of Calla by Stephen King and if you've read it the lyrics make SO much sense.
Thank you do much for your astute musical analysis, I hadn't noticed some of that! You have a great way of making me re-live the experience so thanks!
Super jealous!!! Really glad you enjoyed it!
Love your reactions! Thank you!
Glad you like them! Thank you for supporting.
A very poetic song about "Carpe Deim"! I think Nightwish tunes to D. That is exactly the beauty and fun of watching great and knowledgeable reactors listening and reacting to our favorite songs. We get to relive the joy and experience these songs again as if it is our first time as well! Being a musician also makes your analysis and appreciation for these compositions and musical techniques all that much better. Most listeners without a musical background can not appreciate or even pick up on all of the intricacies. You are ready for "The Poet and the Pendulum". It is a masterpiece of musical theater and storytelling. The key to experiencing the full impact of this song is to understand the lyrics. They are all sung from the perspective of Tuomas. It is based around the firing of their first vocalist, Tarja. Tuomas received much negative feedback from the fans for firing Tarja, which in my opinion was done with good reason. This song is inspire, obviously by Edgar Allen Poe's famous story "The Pit and the Pendulum". If you are familiar with this story and the mental anguish that the protagonist endures you will better understand the lyrical journey that you go through in this song. Overall the song deals with Tuomas' emotional ride after the firing that almost leads him to do the unthinkable. Fortunately he does it in this song, which allows us all to experience his depression and manic emotions during this episode in the Nightwish storyline. This song appeared on the very next CD "Dark Passion Play", as the opening track about 2 years later with a new vocalist, Annette Olzen. Tarja, the first vocalist (Very operatic) was beloved by the NIghtwish fans and most fans thought this would be the end of Nightwish. It almost was until several years later and after letting Annette go as well, they found the perfect vocalist for Nightwish. Floor Jansen! See you for the next one my musical friend.
Great great reaction. Thank you
Glad you enjoyed it