Yeah it was Jukka in this song which I really love too, but my favorite drummer of all time is Kai (current drummer). Not sure if you have checked out Wintersun Sons of Winter and Stars live at sonic pump studios but the drumming that comes out of that performance is insane.
Jukka aka The Boss is sorely missed ,his heavy aggressiveness,energy,passion,enthusiasm, makes all the difference in many songs and he is just so much more great to watch, Carlos - pro reactor tip : please after a pause go back a bit before resuming to keep song flow and nothing missed for your 1st time viewers ,they will appreciate it :) Wacken 2013 is the Gold Standard of NW concerts ,I have been to a great many live shows with some of the biggest ,too many to mention,but this Wacken even from just a YT video is probably the best I have ever seen,it's a seminal & pivotal event for NW. NIGHTWISH - Storytime (OFFICIAL LIVE VIDEO-Wacken 2013) th-cam.com/video/pvkYwOJZONU/w-d-xo.html Ghost River (Wacken 2013) th-cam.com/video/05eitd-EA6I/w-d-xo.html Nightwish - Bless the Child (Wacken 2013) th-cam.com/video/VTPXvE6o3LY/w-d-xo.html Nightwish - Song of Myself LIVE-Wacken 2013- th-cam.com/video/lQu5QjidHWg/w-d-xo.html Nightwish - I Want My Tears Back (Wacken 2013) : th-cam.com/video/ga-hR7CYbwQ/w-d-xo.html Nightwish - Nemo (Wacken 2013) : th-cam.com/video/plNcYhtPB8Y/w-d-xo.html Nightwish - Amaranth (Wacken 2013) : th-cam.com/video/3yLMAxmlVNI/w-d-xo.html Nightwish - Wish I Had an Angel (Wacken 2013): th-cam.com/video/Mn1V90FZLBs/w-d-xo.html Nightwish - She Is My Sin (Wacken 2013) th-cam.com/video/3EKgcVSX4ss/w-d-xo.html Nightwish - Last Ride Of The Day (Live Wacken 2013 - ShowtimeStorytime): th-cam.com/video/QzIMx7Dqa_M/w-d-xo.html Nightwish - Dark Chest of Wonders (Wacken 2013) th-cam.com/video/OvOD6xecph4/w-d-xo.html
@@brandoncormier8195 What comes to Nightwish, Kai is insanly skilled drummer,but on the other hand i love Jukka's unique groove in all Nightwish songs.
Jukka is amazing, he is energy and emotion, Kai is very good and clean technics, but he not concect with energy off Nightwish how Jukka. Sorry my english is so bad.
I think that Emppu (the Guitarist) was just showing off with the whole one-finger solo. He's quite a character, and likes to mess around onstage a lot--showing off, wandering over to say hi to the other band members, etc.
Jukka is the drummer that left. Kai is there now. Marco is bass. He left in 2021...tuomas is keyboard, and we'll, who doesn't know Floor ! She's married to the drummer of Sabaton. They have a 4 year old daughter and live in Sweden.
I adore Jukka, he's such a showman, putting every ounce of energy into his drums. Usually drummers don't catch the eye, they sit back and do their part... but not Jukka! I actively look for him because he's just so good! Emppu, the guitarist, is kinda the opposite. He's not a showman, but he is a very, very good musician. Very humble. He only ever does what the song needs, he never tries to show off. And he doesn't need to, because his guitar work does the talking for him. I love both of these guys.
As a guitar player yourself, you've to listen to *WINTERSUN* (with Kai Hahto as their drummer) with a song called *_"Sons of Winter and Stars"_* (Live rehearsels at Sonic Pump Studios): th-cam.com/video/Tl5T-glTdXw/w-d-xo.html And ( I think) very interesting for you: A TOP LINEUP OF MANY MUSICAL INTRUMENTS/SINGERS: The Source is the 9th studio album from *AYREON* , a progressive metal/rock opera project by Dutch musician Arjen (Ahr-Yun) Anthony Lucassen, released on April 28, 2017. *_"The Day That The World Breaks Down"_* is a song that features all 11 (quite well known) main guest singers (you’ll be surprised) and is taken from that album. Arjen himself is telling (in subtitles) who the singers are and which instruments are used and by which standards. Btw. This creative original clip is 13 min. long and I think you won’t regret it !! Official (Arjen’s) clip: th-cam.com/video/oFuMKdrzPqU/w-d-xo.html
This was the first Nightwish song I ever heard and it brought a tear to my eye. Her voice riding on that music... incredible, like nothing I'd ever heard before. I kept thinking, "What the F*** IS this??!!"
Welcome back, it's been a while. And you've come back with, if not my favorite Nightwish song, my favorite performance from the Wacken 2013 show. I adhere to the practice that my favorite Nightwish song is the one I've heard most recently, so I guess it IS my favorite song, at least for the next five minutes or so. It's always nice to see someone pay attention to Emppu's guitar work, especially in his solos. Unlike a lot of his Metal contemporaries, he never overplays, never whips out the full bag of licks 'n' tricks. What he brings to every song is exactly what it needs, no more and no less. He recognizes (as so few do) that his job is to support the song, not his reputation as a shit-hot guitarist in a shit-hot guitar band. Frankly, I'm more impressed by his restraint than I am by any fifty other flashier-faster-more-more-more guitarists out there. Amazing technique is great, but it's not the point at all. (Except in cases where it IS the entire point; Steve Vai being the first example that comes to mind.) Emppu's taste is in his playing, where a lot of guitarists' only taste is in their mouth. There's really no substitute for simple, melodic and perfect. Jukka's drumming serves the same purpose, in a different way. Every band needs a powerhouse of some sort to drive it forward, and Jukka filled that role in spades. Kai is an excellent drummer, but he's more of a technician, where Jukka's a force of nature. But again, Jukka's supporting the band and the song; he hits it phenomenally hard because . . . that's his job. We can at least be grateful that, unlike a far-too-long list of other powerhouse drummers, he quit before life on the road killed him. So he'll still be alive whenever Nightwish finally gets the recognition they truly deserve. We're waiting . . . (MAKE AMERICA NIGHTWISH)
really going to MISS Marco and his voice/bass even if he doesnt come back to Nightwish hope he comes back and continues with all his other projects and his solo stuff
MY MY MY I just watched The Nightwish Virtual concert with the new bass player, and now I accidentally watched this. Im sorry This is Nightwish at their pinnacle. Marco will NEVER BE replaced NEVER !!! his bass playing well thats not unthinkable that he could be but overall everything else he brings to the table, NOPE. His singing with Floor is at another level if not off the charts. I am older and have heard and listened to many GREAT groups. Never have I heard a male and female vocalist that compliment each other like they do. Both know exactly When to give, When to take and When to mesh. It pure magic. I know great artist in great bands come and go but Marcos exit (which I pray every day isnt permanent) is a tear in the very fabric, of this GREAT band, that i am not sure can be sewn back together. I never thought Tarja was as good as Floor Some songs Yes she is. That said I certainly now realize how her fans feel. It is like loosing one of your best friends. I will keep an open mind and give the new guy a chance but he has some massive shoes to fill. Will it happen Time will tell.
CARLOS! Damn fine to have ya back doing reactions especially ones for Nightwish!! Your mic for me was PERFECT and the sound was awesome!! Good job!! Ok the drummer in this video is Jukka Nevalainen (first name pronounced as YOU-kah). He was the original drummer and one of the founding members of Nightwish. He is now the CEO of the Nightwish corporation called The Oily Empire and handles alot of the management of Nightwish behind the scenes these days. It was his long time friend, and former drum teacher Kai Hahto that Jukka hand picked to replace him, and still is the current drummer. Jukka is absolutely a lot more animated than just about ANY drummer on the planet. Just for some guidence to get you back on a Nightwish track here is a short list with links to help you maybe decide what direction to go for Nightwish moving forward, if thats what you want to do :) 1. Poet And The Pendulum - This is one of the corner stone songs for this band. I would RESEARCH THIS SONG BEFORE REACTING TO IT. I would also not do this one right away, I would build up to this and get a few Nightwish songs under your belt before doing it. As stated above Floor Jansen is their THIRD Singer. Their first singer sang entirely in the operatic style and was Nightwish Singer for TEN YEARS. Her final concert was THE END OF AN ERA DVD concert filmed the end of October of 2005. Immediately after the conclusion of the END OF AN ERA concert Tarja received a letter called "The Open Letter" from the band telling her they were parting ways with her. Poet And the Pendulum is about the emotional heart wrenching experience of events that lead up to, during, and after that decision, and the backlash from fans after wards. This song is extremely INTENSELY emotional. Doing your research into this before hand will help you understand why this song was and is so impactful for the band and its fans. Id do the performance with lyrics. Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/iEzZRMthhXU/w-d-xo.html 2. Greatest Show On Earth - I would RESEARCH THIS SONG BEFORE REACTING TO IT. I would also not do this one right away, I would build up to this and get a few Nightwish songs under your belt before doing it. This song is about the creation of the universe, the big bang, and evolution. Be ready because this is a 20 min thrill ride that only feels like 3 or 4 minutes long. Also, I think its a good idea to look for the Tampere Finland show because of a surprise during the performance I dont want to ruin for you and it has lyrics so you can follow along. Look for the one with Lyrics and Fireworks both. Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/bl6lUfIMkGM/w-d-xo.html 3. I Want My Tears Back - You will get to see another member of Nightwish Troy Donokley who is their multi-instrument band member. He plays a variety of things in different songs, and in this one plays a variation of the bag pipe called the uilleann pipe. Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/ga-hR7CYbwQ/w-d-xo.html 4. Nemo - Nemo is from a Latin word which means no one or nobody. It is about a time in Toumas life when he felt his direction in life was aimless, and without real direction. It’s an awesome song and a HUGE favorite of long time fans. This song was originally written during the Tarja Era (the first singers era). Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/dR1gH5aQWBU/w-d-xo.html 5. Storytime - This is a really great song, and Floor doing the wind mill is fantastic. This is a total banger, and one I hope you enjoy! Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/pvkYwOJZONU/w-d-xo.html 6. Song Of My Self - This is one hell of a song. Nice change ups, nice vocals from both Floor and Marko. Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/lQu5QjidHWg/w-d-xo.html 7. Elan - (this is an extremely up beat high energy song that just leaves you feeling good). The Wembley Arena Show is a great one to react to. Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/XcwrwRKPaEg/w-d-xo.html 8. 7 Days To The Wolves - This is another kick ass song from the second singers era, Anette Olzen, and I would do this from the Wembley Arena Show. You will also get to see Troy the woondwinds player on stage for this one!! Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/XvsfwAPbWXc/w-d-xo.html 9. Ghost River - this is JUST a feel a great song, and this is one we all hope you do as well. Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/05eitd-EA6I/w-d-xo.html 10. 10th Man Down - This is from the Buenos Aires Show in 2018 during the DECADES WORLD TOUR. Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/Px1YJ0EdNAI/w-d-xo.html 11. Wish I Had An Angel - This is a fan favorite because Marko's vocals on the chorus are just killer. Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/Mn1V90FZLBs/w-d-xo.html 12. Last Ride Of The Day - This song was the second to the last song for the Wembley Arena Show from the Vehicle Of Spirit Blu-ray/DVD. It is simply one kick ass song. Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/CdfhJmkZRbU/w-d-xo.html
Oh trust me I know she’s got the pipes. I’m just saying what she did was epic without the growls. She doesn’t need it meaning she doesn’t need it to make her mark where as I feel like there are other singers out there that may or may not rely on their growls
@@CarlosWadeMusic, I don't get what you mean when you say some singers "rely" on their growls. If it's what they do, then why not do it? I'm not a huge fan of growling in general, but saying that a singer who growls relies on growls sounds a bit unnecessarily dismissive to me. There's still technique there, and it's as much a valid style of vocalizing and using one's voice an an instrument as any other style. Moreover, sometimes it adds to a song when an otherwise clean vocalist dips into growls. Same as Emppu playing more seemingly-simplistic or more minimal solos, sometimes it's what the song requires.
Carlos, interesting, thank you. Nightwish - art not ego. . . . . . .Emppu is a very accomplished guitarist and it's his signature ESP EV-1, he does exactly what the song needs, no embellishment or flamboyance.
love an honest comment, well said and straight to his rap..i love that .and honestly totally agree with you. thanks for the editing. see you next time. and there are definitely some Nigthwisch songs that are sure to surprise you. thanks for that
Yeah, Floor has a classical vocal training. There is a musical piece Phantom of the opera. This piece was sung by Tarja Turunen the former singer of Nightwish and also by Floor Jansen. It is best to listen to both versions and then decide which singer is the best for you. Have fun with it ^^
No disrespect to Kai at at all but, Jukka rules! My favorite drummer of all time! I myself try to play guitar but damn, Jukka stands out in a band of exceptional musicians!
Floor's vocals combined with the instruments are a match made in heaven. Every band member can and may shine with what they can and do best. Everyone is in the spotlight and no one overshadows the other. That's Nightwish at their best!!! Am I right?
GLS was the song that called my attention to the band. But it was THIS song that flung me in the ditch. It's like Tuomas went rummaging around in my head and found my most personal stuff and put it to music. That's what he's been doing ever since. Scary as all Hell. My inner 14 yr old girl fell hopelessly in thrall to Jukka, and has been gibbering and tripping over the furniture ever since. Oy. But Kai is both the Oncoming Storm AND the Eye at the Center of the Hurricane. He does the impossible several times before lunch.
Emppu is a superb guitarist, he's got no ego so doesn't show off or showboat. He's all about the music so plays what the song requires and not self gratification. He's one of the long standing members along with Tuomas so I assume he's easy to get on with and work with, a real team player if you will. He's also got the most infectious smile and sense of humour and he's the band joker (turning down Floor's in ears behind her in the middle of a song, climbing in washing machines etc) There's some videos of Floor chasing him round the stage mid song presumably in return for some prank her played on her. He's also very short which makes him perfect for taking on tour as he doesn't take up much space and can be kept in a cupboard or pocket till needed ;) Emppu needs more love :) Oh and he can shred just fine if needed (Romanticide) and can put out rib breaking riffs, just only if the song needs it. Also worth checking out High Hopes cover, doubt Gilmour would be upset over the quality of playing and Slow Love Slow for a lovely jazz/blues solo.
One finger slides gives you the sliding note effect. Back n forth like he did gives you an going up n going down effect. It was popular back in the day...60s,70s,80s
This drummer is Jukka. He is the one you described. Kai is the current drummer. He isn't as animated as Jukka, but he is called the human metronome. I enjoy your reactions. Carry on Sir. =-)
Hi Carlos. Floor has a BIG classical background. She studied 4 years vocals at the rockacedemy, but wanted more. She found the best vocal teachter she could find, and studies theatre and opera vocals at the music university in Amsterdam. Btw, many metal muscisians have a classical background ;) Floor went to university for vocals with Simone from Epica (also dutch great band) and they were roommates and still BFF.
jukka is such a master and so famous and adored that his drum sponser is still paying even tho this was his last big concert. kai is his friend and jukka suggested him as a replacement.
Love your channel. Great analysis! Suggestions from same concert...Storytime...or really all the songs. they are all great and would watch your analysis.
Hey! Good to see you back. I love it when the double bass kicks in. And Emppu (guitar, EV1. Shout out to Tank. lol) never overdoes it. He gives the song exactly what it needs and he does it perfectly. Maybe try something from their new album? I think you're gonna love 'Pan'. There's a lyric video. They didn't get the chance to play it live yet.
I don't know nothing about drumming, but agree that Jukka is 10/10 drummer. I have no idea what aspect he could improve. Similar to that, my guitar knowledge is also lacking so you had interesting observation about solo. In any case, it sounded awesome. Ever Dream is an explosion of a song (and one of the hardest to sing, stamina wise), but usually not in a top10 lists for NW fans. You just need to tell us what style you want (balad, theatar, heavy metal, opera, spectacle...) and we will provide links 🙃
This is one of my favorite songs. To answer your question about bands .. Epica has a heavy sound with both beautiful cleans coupled with growls. Delain has a heavier with beautiful vocals. Within Temptation is similar too.
My only issue with the guitar solo was it didn’t end on high enough notes, like the album song switches from the one he used and finishes on a higher tone.
Well, yes, there are other bands with nice clean female vocals, and with even heavier riffs. That's EPICA and the wonderful Simmone Simmons... Check them out, my friend: "Consign to Oblivion (Live at the Zenith)". Also THERION with the amazing Lori Lewis: Check "Son of the Sun (Live Gothic 2007)"... Greetings from Spain...
Favourite Nightwish song? it really depends on the style you prefer. Nightwish do have a wide variety of music, so do you like metal, folk, opera, rock? My favourite is Ghost Love Score, which is also Floor's. What she did to that song is awesome.
As a metal musician who loves drummers, you should definitely react to current night wish drummer previous band "Wintersun" starting with "Sons of winter and stars" (live reharshal from sonic pump studios version). You won't regret it, I bet.
@carloswade, honestly my favorite Nightwish with Floor song is the next one I listen to. Don’t know exactly which songs you have reacted to, but just from this same epic concert Wacken 2013 there’s Song of Myself, Ghost River, Storytime,, Dark Chest of Wonders (concert opener) , the masterpiece of this concert Ghost Love Score, just to name a few. 🤟🤟✌️✌️🇨🇦
Long time Cowboy Chait Carlos...Good to know you are well. Nice reaction, thank you. Get ready to say, " this is my favorite Nightwish song " many times. I see below you got squared up on the drummers. Don't know that I have a fave NW song, depends on my mood / feelings at the moment. So many really good ones. Look forward to your next reaction ( Favorite ! ).
Not sure if you already did a reaction to this or not but you’ve GOT to check out ghost River from this same concert. It’s like a mix between this and romanticide almost. I guarantee you’ll like it. And the drummer you like, Jukka, shows off those skills as usual
At time: 8:54 Marko is singing, then Floor cuts in. Marko appears to have a more powerful penetrating voice which leaves me with questions... Was Floor's mic turned down to allow Marko's voice to come through or is Marko's voice really that strong. Also, I'd be curious to know if anyone has heard Marko sing solo acapella, maybe in an interview or a practice tape. Either way, Floor and Marko are amazing together!!!
I think so too. The effect is subtle, but it does make a difference to slide that one finger from one note to the next instead of using another finger and start the slide from another point (unless you start the slide from the same fret with another finger, but that wouldn't make much sense).
*maybe react to master passion greed if you want a heavy one from them.* Also maybe try out the try not to head bang challenge 2020 edition from hardcore for video, that would be awesome
I love Nightwish. Maybe also give Epica a listen? They're a more heavy version of Nightwish IMO. Epica - "Design Your Universe" is one of my favorite songs of theirs.
In answer to your question about an band with heavy rifs and clean female vocals. You should check out Epica, It is a Dutch band in the same genre. There is even an show in which Floor did an quest surprise performance.
Epica, Within Temptation, (fun fact - many reactors just dig out the feature of wt with xibit - "and we run") there are a few really good bands with this style, but nightwish really sits on the top of this list ;-)
The Mic 🎤looks fine Bro and great reaction. " she doesnt have to growl " oh she can growl . Yes shes classically trained , she does alot of that with her first band After Forever ( great band) . There's so many great songs ......Try"song of myself" of course the wacken version
Ok I messed up! This drummer is JUKKA and I love him!
Yeah it was Jukka in this song which I really love too, but my favorite drummer of all time is Kai (current drummer). Not sure if you have checked out Wintersun Sons of Winter and Stars live at sonic pump studios but the drumming that comes out of that performance is insane.
Jukka aka The Boss is sorely missed ,his heavy aggressiveness,energy,passion,enthusiasm, makes all the difference in many songs and he is just so much more great to watch,
Carlos - pro reactor tip : please after a pause go back a bit before resuming to keep song flow and nothing missed for your 1st time viewers ,they will appreciate it :)
Wacken 2013 is the Gold Standard of NW concerts ,I have been to a great many live shows with some of the biggest ,too many to mention,but this Wacken even from just a YT video is probably the best I have ever seen,it's a seminal & pivotal event for NW.
NIGHTWISH - Storytime (OFFICIAL LIVE VIDEO-Wacken 2013)
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Ghost River (Wacken 2013)
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Nightwish - Bless the Child (Wacken 2013)
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Nightwish - Song of Myself LIVE-Wacken 2013-
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Nightwish - I Want My Tears Back (Wacken 2013) :
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Nightwish - Nemo (Wacken 2013) :
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Nightwish - Amaranth (Wacken 2013) :
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Nightwish - Wish I Had an Angel (Wacken 2013):
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Nightwish - She Is My Sin (Wacken 2013)
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Nightwish - Last Ride Of The Day (Live Wacken 2013 - ShowtimeStorytime):
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Nightwish - Dark Chest of Wonders (Wacken 2013)
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@@brandoncormier8195 What comes to Nightwish, Kai is insanly skilled drummer,but on the other hand i love Jukka's unique groove in all Nightwish songs.
@@petrilaitinen4865 Jukka is the most entertaining drummer to watch. I always love the energy he puts out.
Jukka is amazing, he is energy and emotion, Kai is very good and clean technics, but he not concect with energy off Nightwish how Jukka.
Sorry my english is so bad.
I think that Emppu (the Guitarist) was just showing off with the whole one-finger solo. He's quite a character, and likes to mess around onstage a lot--showing off, wandering over to say hi to the other band members, etc.
Jukka isn't a machine, he's an assassin. Other drummers play the drums, Jukka tries to annihilate them...and does so with great effect. He's awesome.
your favorite Nightwish song... until you hear the next one :) We understand, we have been there too
Every reacter reacting to any Nightwish song: This is my new favorite!
Best one is and always will be Crownless. Since the release of Wishmaster there has not been doubt in my mind about that.
Welcome back to Nighwish, welcome back to the Nightwish family :)
Gabriel, this inconsistency is killing me. I thought we are an army?!? Are we a family-army??? #IdentityCrisis #MentalMeltdown 😛
@@vogel2280 :)) Family-army sounds good to my ears :))
@@vogel2280 Farmily
Nightwish League? No... I prefer Army...
Welcome to the rabbit hole and whole. The lyrics pulled me through a year of dark days. Their lyrics were and are and our tremendous
Jukka is the drummer that left. Kai is there now. Marco is bass. He left in 2021...tuomas is keyboard, and we'll, who doesn't know Floor ! She's married to the drummer of Sabaton. They have a 4 year old daughter and live in Sweden.
I just love Jukka Nevalainen's style and drumming. Current drummer is Jukka's dear friend Kai Hahto.
I adore Jukka, he's such a showman, putting every ounce of energy into his drums. Usually drummers don't catch the eye, they sit back and do their part... but not Jukka! I actively look for him because he's just so good! Emppu, the guitarist, is kinda the opposite. He's not a showman, but he is a very, very good musician. Very humble. He only ever does what the song needs, he never tries to show off. And he doesn't need to, because his guitar work does the talking for him. I love both of these guys.
I absolutely love the mic in the frame. To each his own.
As a guitar player yourself, you've to listen to *WINTERSUN* (with Kai Hahto as their drummer) with a song called *_"Sons of Winter and Stars"_* (Live rehearsels at Sonic Pump Studios): th-cam.com/video/Tl5T-glTdXw/w-d-xo.html
And ( I think) very interesting for you: A TOP LINEUP OF MANY MUSICAL INTRUMENTS/SINGERS: The Source is the 9th studio album from *AYREON* , a progressive metal/rock opera project by Dutch musician Arjen (Ahr-Yun) Anthony Lucassen, released on April 28, 2017. *_"The Day That The World Breaks Down"_* is a song that features all 11 (quite well known) main guest singers (you’ll be surprised) and is taken from that album. Arjen himself is telling (in subtitles) who the singers are and which instruments are used and by which standards.
Btw. This creative original clip is 13 min. long and I think you won’t regret it !!
Official (Arjen’s) clip: th-cam.com/video/oFuMKdrzPqU/w-d-xo.html
Check out Nightwish version of Pink Floyds " High hopes"
This was the first Nightwish song I ever heard and it brought a tear to my eye. Her voice riding on that music... incredible, like nothing I'd ever heard before. I kept thinking, "What the F*** IS this??!!"
The Nightwish family members don't have big egos. Emmpu,aka the Electric Hobbit never shows off how good he is.
Within temptation.... all songs will do 😀
there is NO band like NW , lyrically,musically,and vocally superior and unique !
Yuour favorite Nightwish drummer is now playing behind WinterSun because they don't have a heavy tour schedule like Nightwish, more studio stuff.
Jukka is a monster! Best audio mix I've heard from any reactor!
Welcome back, it's been a while. And you've come back with, if not my favorite Nightwish song, my favorite performance from the Wacken 2013 show. I adhere to the practice that my favorite Nightwish song is the one I've heard most recently, so I guess it IS my favorite song, at least for the next five minutes or so.
It's always nice to see someone pay attention to Emppu's guitar work, especially in his solos. Unlike a lot of his Metal contemporaries, he never overplays, never whips out the full bag of licks 'n' tricks. What he brings to every song is exactly what it needs, no more and no less. He recognizes (as so few do) that his job is to support the song, not his reputation as a shit-hot guitarist in a shit-hot guitar band. Frankly, I'm more impressed by his restraint than I am by any fifty other flashier-faster-more-more-more guitarists out there. Amazing technique is great, but it's not the point at all. (Except in cases where it IS the entire point; Steve Vai being the first example that comes to mind.) Emppu's taste is in his playing, where a lot of guitarists' only taste is in their mouth. There's really no substitute for simple, melodic and perfect.
Jukka's drumming serves the same purpose, in a different way. Every band needs a powerhouse of some sort to drive it forward, and Jukka filled that role in spades. Kai is an excellent drummer, but he's more of a technician, where Jukka's a force of nature. But again, Jukka's supporting the band and the song; he hits it phenomenally hard because . . . that's his job. We can at least be grateful that, unlike a far-too-long list of other powerhouse drummers, he quit before life on the road killed him. So he'll still be alive whenever Nightwish finally gets the recognition they truly deserve. We're waiting . . .
(MAKE AMERICA NIGHTWISH)
This drummer is Jukka(?) He doesn't tour with them anymore but is still a part of the Nightwish family. Kai is the current drummer.
Oh damn! My bad! 😭😭😭
Emppu's guitar is a custom ESP called an EV-1 - for Emppu Vuorinen! Awesome reaction! He's playing rythm in every song too!
really going to MISS Marco and his voice/bass even if he doesnt come back to Nightwish hope he comes back and continues with all his other projects and his solo stuff
Same😔
MY MY MY I just watched The Nightwish Virtual concert with the new bass player, and now I accidentally watched this. Im sorry This is Nightwish at their pinnacle. Marco will NEVER BE replaced NEVER !!! his bass playing well thats not unthinkable that he could be but overall everything else he brings to the table, NOPE. His singing with Floor is at another level if not off the charts. I am older and have heard and listened to many GREAT groups. Never have I heard a male and female vocalist that compliment each other like they do. Both know exactly When to give, When to take and When to mesh. It pure magic. I know great artist in great bands come and go but Marcos exit (which I pray every day isnt permanent) is a tear in the very fabric, of this GREAT band, that i am not sure can be sewn back together. I never thought Tarja was as good as Floor Some songs Yes she is. That said I certainly now realize how her fans feel. It is like loosing one of your best friends. I will keep an open mind and give the new guy a chance but he has some massive shoes to fill. Will it happen Time will tell.
My favorite Nightwish song is the one I am lisening to. Romanticide is awesome....Greatest Show on Earth....It's just hard to go wrong, man.
Floor is the goddess who stepped out of the Halls of Valhalla to enrapture and enthrall
Just try "Devil & the Deep Dark Ocean" live @ Buenos Aires. You'll see what Kai is capable of
Yep, I was just about to suggest this one as well. Kai kills it there. Well, they all do actually. One of my favorites.
CARLOS! Damn fine to have ya back doing reactions especially ones for Nightwish!! Your mic for me was PERFECT and the sound was awesome!! Good job!!
Ok the drummer in this video is Jukka Nevalainen (first name pronounced as YOU-kah). He was the original drummer and one of the founding members of Nightwish. He is now the CEO of the Nightwish corporation called The Oily Empire and handles alot of the management of Nightwish behind the scenes these days. It was his long time friend, and former drum teacher Kai Hahto that Jukka hand picked to replace him, and still is the current drummer. Jukka is absolutely a lot more animated than just about ANY drummer on the planet.
Just for some guidence to get you back on a Nightwish track here is a short list with links to help you maybe decide what direction to go for Nightwish moving forward, if thats what you want to do :)
1. Poet And The Pendulum - This is one of the corner stone songs for this band. I would RESEARCH THIS SONG BEFORE REACTING TO IT. I would also not do this one right away, I would build up to this and get a few Nightwish songs under your belt before doing it. As stated above Floor Jansen is their THIRD Singer. Their first singer sang entirely in the operatic style and was Nightwish Singer for TEN YEARS. Her final concert was THE END OF AN ERA DVD concert filmed the end of October of 2005. Immediately after the conclusion of the END OF AN ERA concert Tarja received a letter called "The Open Letter" from the band telling her they were parting ways with her. Poet And the Pendulum is about the emotional heart wrenching experience of events that lead up to, during, and after that decision, and the backlash from fans after wards. This song is extremely INTENSELY emotional. Doing your research into this before hand will help you understand why this song was and is so impactful for the band and its fans. Id do the performance with lyrics.
Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/iEzZRMthhXU/w-d-xo.html
2. Greatest Show On Earth - I would RESEARCH THIS SONG BEFORE REACTING TO IT. I would also not do this one right away, I would build up to this and get a few Nightwish songs under your belt before doing it. This song is about the creation of the universe, the big bang, and evolution. Be ready because this is a 20 min thrill ride that only feels like 3 or 4 minutes long. Also, I think its a good idea to look for the Tampere Finland show because of a surprise during the performance I dont want to ruin for you and it has lyrics so you can follow along. Look for the one with Lyrics and Fireworks both.
Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/bl6lUfIMkGM/w-d-xo.html
3. I Want My Tears Back - You will get to see another member of Nightwish Troy Donokley who is their multi-instrument band member. He plays a variety of things in different songs, and in this one plays a variation of the bag pipe called the uilleann pipe.
Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/ga-hR7CYbwQ/w-d-xo.html
4. Nemo - Nemo is from a Latin word which means no one or nobody. It is about a time in Toumas life when he felt his direction in life was aimless, and without real direction. It’s an awesome song and a HUGE favorite of long time fans. This song was originally written during the Tarja Era (the first singers era).
Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/dR1gH5aQWBU/w-d-xo.html
5. Storytime - This is a really great song, and Floor doing the wind mill is fantastic. This is a total banger, and one I hope you enjoy! Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/pvkYwOJZONU/w-d-xo.html
6. Song Of My Self - This is one hell of a song. Nice change ups, nice vocals from both Floor and Marko.
Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/lQu5QjidHWg/w-d-xo.html
7. Elan - (this is an extremely up beat high energy song that just leaves you feeling good). The Wembley Arena Show is a great one to react to. Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/XcwrwRKPaEg/w-d-xo.html
8. 7 Days To The Wolves - This is another kick ass song from the second singers era, Anette Olzen, and I would do this from the Wembley Arena Show. You will also get to see Troy the woondwinds player on stage for this one!!
Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/XvsfwAPbWXc/w-d-xo.html
9. Ghost River - this is JUST a feel a great song, and this is one we all hope you do as well.
Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/05eitd-EA6I/w-d-xo.html
10. 10th Man Down - This is from the Buenos Aires Show in 2018 during the DECADES WORLD TOUR.
Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/Px1YJ0EdNAI/w-d-xo.html
11. Wish I Had An Angel - This is a fan favorite because Marko's vocals on the chorus are just killer.
Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/Mn1V90FZLBs/w-d-xo.html
12. Last Ride Of The Day - This song was the second to the last song for the Wembley Arena Show from the Vehicle Of Spirit Blu-ray/DVD. It is simply one kick ass song.
Here is a link: th-cam.com/video/CdfhJmkZRbU/w-d-xo.html
You need to react to 7 Days To The Wolves (Wembley 2015)
Ok, Floor can growl too. Yours is an empty hope, live Wembly. Or her full Opera Voice Puccinis O mio bambbino caro. EuFlooria.
he did empty hope a while back :)
Oh trust me I know she’s got the pipes. I’m just saying what she did was epic without the growls. She doesn’t need it meaning she doesn’t need it to make her mark where as I feel like there are other singers out there that may or may not rely on their growls
@@CarlosWadeMusic, I don't get what you mean when you say some singers "rely" on their growls. If it's what they do, then why not do it? I'm not a huge fan of growling in general, but saying that a singer who growls relies on growls sounds a bit unnecessarily dismissive to me. There's still technique there, and it's as much a valid style of vocalizing and using one's voice an an instrument as any other style. Moreover, sometimes it adds to a song when an otherwise clean vocalist dips into growls. Same as Emppu playing more seemingly-simplistic or more minimal solos, sometimes it's what the song requires.
Carlos, interesting, thank you.
Nightwish - art not ego. . . . . . .Emppu is a very accomplished guitarist and it's his signature ESP EV-1, he does exactly what the song needs, no embellishment or flamboyance.
Emppu doesn't like to brag with the skills he has. His not only an excellent guitarist but also has black belt in judo.
shout out to....tank the tech 🤘🏻🤘🏻
Nightwish Army Belgium reporting in. Thank you for the great reaction. Welcome to our world.
Storytime is like a physical continuation to this one. You will be amazed.
love an honest comment, well said and straight to his rap..i love that .and honestly totally agree with you. thanks for the editing. see you next time. and there are definitely some Nigthwisch songs that are sure to surprise you. thanks for that
Floor has indeed some classic training ! Love this song also is on my playlist 😊
Welcome back,
greetings from the Nightwish Army from Germany :-)
Yeah, Floor has a classical vocal training. There is a musical piece Phantom of the opera. This piece was sung by Tarja Turunen the former singer of Nightwish and also by Floor Jansen. It is best to listen to both versions and then decide which singer is the best for you. Have fun with it ^^
Ministry thieves !!! Very hard Suggestions from my side but i love them all. This song moves me over 30 years 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘
No disrespect to Kai at at all but, Jukka rules! My favorite drummer of all time! I myself try to play guitar but damn, Jukka stands out in a band of exceptional musicians!
Swedish EVERGREY has that heavy tone with good clear vocals too!really worth checking them out!!hey great reaction!!
my favorite drummer is Jukka. makes this concert great as each band member does
every song from Wacken 2013 will be your next fav
Yes, it is Yukka, and i love him because he is aggressive and theatrical, he is still my favorite, but Kai is also good.
Floor's vocals combined with the instruments are a match made in heaven. Every band member can and may shine with what they can and do best. Everyone is in the spotlight and no one overshadows the other. That's Nightwish at their best!!! Am I right?
The drummer is Jukka Nevalainen. He's one of my top influences as a drummer.
Nightwish cover of Pink Floyd's High Hopes. You will not be disappointed!
I think you should react to some old Nightwish staff like "The pharaoh sails to Orion"
GLS was the song that called my attention to the band. But it was THIS song that flung me in the ditch. It's like Tuomas went rummaging around in my head and found my most personal stuff and put it to music. That's what he's been doing ever since. Scary as all Hell.
My inner 14 yr old girl fell hopelessly in thrall to Jukka, and has been gibbering and tripping over the furniture ever since. Oy. But Kai is both the Oncoming Storm AND the Eye at the Center of the Hurricane. He does the impossible several times before lunch.
Emppu is a superb guitarist, he's got no ego so doesn't show off or showboat.
He's all about the music so plays what the song requires and not self gratification.
He's one of the long standing members along with Tuomas so I assume he's easy to get on with and work with, a real team player if you will.
He's also got the most infectious smile and sense of humour and he's the band joker (turning down Floor's in ears behind her in the middle of a song, climbing in washing machines etc)
There's some videos of Floor chasing him round the stage mid song presumably in return for some prank her played on her.
He's also very short which makes him perfect for taking on tour as he doesn't take up much space and can be kept in a cupboard or pocket till needed ;)
Emppu needs more love :)
Oh and he can shred just fine if needed (Romanticide) and can put out rib breaking riffs, just only if the song needs it.
Also worth checking out High Hopes cover, doubt Gilmour would be upset over the quality of playing and Slow Love Slow for a lovely jazz/blues solo.
One finger slides gives you the sliding note effect. Back n forth like he did gives you an going up n going down effect. It was popular back in the day...60s,70s,80s
This drummer is Jukka. He is the one you described. Kai is the current drummer. He isn't as animated as Jukka, but he is called the human metronome. I enjoy your reactions. Carry on Sir. =-)
Thank you for the correction! 🤦🏻♂️😭😭😭
@@CarlosWadeMusic Jukka had impossible insomnia and had to retire, although he now acts as the band's CEO.
A band that can pull off clean angelic singing with the nastiest riffs? Epica 100%. :)
My favourite part of this recording, is hearing 80,000 people absolutely lose their shit and nearly drown Floor out haha.
Marco, on his vampire just punches you right in the face every song. I was at this 82 thousand strong
Definitely check out Shudder before the Beautiful. Empuu kills it!
Hi Carlos. Floor has a BIG classical background. She studied 4 years vocals at the rockacedemy, but wanted more. She found the best vocal teachter she could find, and studies theatre and opera vocals at the music university in Amsterdam.
Btw, many metal muscisians have a classical background ;)
Floor went to university for vocals with Simone from Epica (also dutch great band) and they were roommates and still BFF.
Epica is a good option. Clear angelic voice mixed with pure metal. I suggest Sancta Terra ft Floor Jansen to get in the mood. 😉
jukka is such a master and so famous and adored that his drum sponser is still paying even tho this was his last big concert. kai is his friend and jukka suggested him as a replacement.
That's Jukka, love him !! Kia took over when Jukka got sick
Love your channel. Great analysis! Suggestions from same concert...Storytime...or really all the songs. they are all great and would watch your analysis.
You know Epica .....Epica - Sancta Terra (feat Floor Jansen) Live Retrospect show Simone and Floor was roomates at the Musicschool ....must hear
th-cam.com/video/cx22Yuj2nzg/w-d-xo.html :-)
Even though I LOVE this one, I don't think is the one for him. He likes the heavy stuff.
Hey! Good to see you back. I love it when the double bass kicks in. And Emppu (guitar, EV1. Shout out to Tank. lol) never overdoes it. He gives the song exactly what it needs and he does it perfectly. Maybe try something from their new album? I think you're gonna love 'Pan'. There's a lyric video. They didn't get the chance to play it live yet.
I don't know nothing about drumming, but agree that Jukka is 10/10 drummer. I have no idea what aspect he could improve.
Similar to that, my guitar knowledge is also lacking so you had interesting observation about solo. In any case, it sounded awesome.
Ever Dream is an explosion of a song (and one of the hardest to sing, stamina wise), but usually not in a top10 lists for NW fans. You just need to tell us what style you want (balad, theatar, heavy metal, opera, spectacle...) and we will provide links 🙃
This is one of my favorite songs. To answer your question about bands .. Epica has a heavy sound with both beautiful cleans coupled with growls. Delain has a heavier with beautiful vocals. Within Temptation is similar too.
My only issue with the guitar solo was it didn’t end on high enough notes, like the album song switches from the one he used and finishes on a higher tone.
Well, yes, there are other bands with nice clean female vocals, and with even heavier riffs. That's EPICA and the wonderful Simmone Simmons... Check them out, my friend: "Consign to Oblivion (Live at the Zenith)". Also THERION with the amazing Lori Lewis: Check "Son of the Sun (Live Gothic 2007)"...
Greetings from Spain...
Now you’ve got me curious!!
Yep and maybe after that when Simone sings together with Floor in Epica in the Retrospect show. Stabat Mater Dolorosa.
listen thia song by tarja turunen.and she sings like claasical because tarja Turunen gives to her singing lessions.
Favourite Nightwish song? it really depends on the style you prefer. Nightwish do have a wide variety of music, so do you like metal, folk, opera, rock? My favourite is Ghost Love Score, which is also Floor's. What she did to that song is awesome.
Watch the NW cover of Pink Floyd's "High Hopes" if you want to see Empuu's guitar skills.
Sound is perrrrrfect now Bro ✌💥🤠🇭🇺🥁🎸🤘🤘🤘🤘 ..greatings from Holland to USA 🇺🇸💜🇭🇺🙏🏼
As a metal musician who loves drummers, you should definitely react to current night wish drummer previous band "Wintersun" starting with "Sons of winter and stars" (live reharshal from sonic pump studios version). You won't regret it, I bet.
@carloswade, honestly my favorite Nightwish with Floor song is the next one I listen to. Don’t know exactly which songs you have reacted to, but just from this same epic concert Wacken 2013 there’s Song of Myself, Ghost River, Storytime,, Dark Chest of Wonders (concert opener) , the masterpiece of this concert Ghost Love Score, just to name a few. 🤟🤟✌️✌️🇨🇦
Dude, check out the guitar solo at the end of "High Hopes" the Pink Floyd tune they cover. The live version is awesome ! Marko kills it.
The sound of your Video is dope 👍🤟
Long time Cowboy Chait Carlos...Good to know you are well. Nice reaction, thank you. Get ready to say, " this is my favorite Nightwish song " many times. I see below you got squared up on the drummers. Don't know that I have a fave NW song, depends on my mood / feelings at the moment. So many really good ones. Look forward to your next reaction ( Favorite ! ).
Floor said it's the most challenging song she sing from the Tarja era because it's really high...
Welcome back fella
my favorite Nightwish song is the one I'm listening to!🤣
Lol I completely understand!!
Wintersun-Sons of Winter and Stars. It’s awesome.
This Drummer is Mr. Jukka Nevalainen. Great drummer and showman.
There are so many good songs and all in their own way.
But one of my favorite songs is 7 days to the wolves (Wembley)
Not sure if you already did a reaction to this or not but you’ve GOT to check out ghost River from this same concert. It’s like a mix between this and romanticide almost. I guarantee you’ll like it. And the drummer you like, Jukka, shows off those skills as usual
I’ll put it on the list!
At time: 8:54 Marko is singing, then Floor cuts in. Marko appears to have a more powerful penetrating voice which leaves me with questions... Was Floor's mic turned down to allow Marko's voice to come through or is Marko's voice really that strong. Also, I'd be curious to know if anyone has heard Marko sing solo acapella, maybe in an interview or a practice tape. Either way, Floor and Marko are amazing together!!!
when Emppu was chording with one finger, he was doing a 1 finger bar chord.....to watch him shredding, do "Romanticide" from the same concert
I think it was just his choice to slide those notes at the end of the solo.
I think so too. The effect is subtle, but it does make a difference to slide that one finger from one note to the next instead of using another finger and start the slide from another point (unless you start the slide from the same fret with another finger, but that wouldn't make much sense).
[/me sneaks up on the channel quietly] Mhm mhm Nightwish time.
When Floor sings she makes my groin feel like when I used to climb ropes in gym class. LOL
You REALLY should make a reaction video of Wintersun’s Sons of Winter and Stars. I think you’d love it. The drums in that are just epic af.
epic vocal nasty rifts EPICA
Its time for a storytime :D also wacken version :D
My favorite Nightwish song is almost always the last one I listened to!
Please, do some Amorphis! Another great Finnish metal band ❤️ I love Nightwish and Floor 🥰
Lavalier mic all the way. You are so right about that streamer-stick in the frame. Let's get rid of it for good :)
nice reaction ! if you want to hear him play a tougher solo, check the nightwish live cover of high hopes (Pink Floyd)
Within Temptation- Heavy metal with a lead singer who has the soprano voice of an angel, lighter and cleaner than Floor's even.
Welcome back to the rabbit hole.
*maybe react to master passion greed if you want a heavy one from them.*
Also maybe try out the try not to head bang challenge 2020 edition from hardcore for video, that would be awesome
I love Nightwish. Maybe also give Epica a listen? They're a more heavy version of Nightwish IMO. Epica - "Design Your Universe" is one of my favorite songs of theirs.
In answer to your question about an band with heavy rifs and clean female vocals. You should check out Epica, It is a Dutch band in the same genre. There is even an show in which Floor did an quest surprise performance.
Epica, Within Temptation, (fun fact - many reactors just dig out the feature of wt with xibit - "and we run") there are a few really good bands with this style, but nightwish really sits on the top of this list ;-)
The Mic 🎤looks fine Bro and great reaction.
" she doesnt have to growl " oh she can growl .
Yes shes classically trained , she does alot of that with her first band After Forever ( great band) .
There's so many great songs ......Try"song of myself" of course the wacken version