They are 2 separate songs, but they played them together. Yes, Elvenjig , originally called Jigs, is a song that Troy brought with him from a former band, Iona. Elvenpath is the first song on the first album, Angels Fall First, from 1997. The first spoken part is the intro to the song on the record. That album was recorded with Tarja, Emppu , Tuomas ,and Jukka. Emppu played guitar and bass in studio. Sami Vanska joined on bass before the second album. The song ended, the part with no audio is the intro to the next song, I Want My Tears Back, you'll see and hear that section in that video.
@corneliusantonius3108 There's nothing specific to LotR except the spoken part about the Rings of Power that you are referring to. I know you haven't made this mistake but for others - that reference doesn't mean the whole song is based on LotR as some have said. There is all sorts of myth and Fantasy in here 🙂
Hi Nikki. Great reaction again. Elvenpath is from the first album of Nightwish. Tarja sounded really elvish back then. But Floor is a real real Galadriel, Queen of the Elves.
Each full concert you've gone through you've seen a video for I Want My Tears Back. The performance at Buenos Aires is by far my favorite. You're in for a real treat with this performance.
The spoken parts are from the intro for a 1978 movie by Ralph Bakshi called "Lord of the Rings" made from a book story about world of Wizards, Hobbits, Elves, Dwarves, humans, powerful rings, dragons and the horrible Orcs who were led by the most evil Sauron. In more recent years the Lord of the rings trilogy was remade in full.
Ah okay, thank for for explaining. I've never read/seen Lord of the Rings. I feel like if I watched it, probably a lot of Nightwish's songs would make more sense to me, at least these magical world-sounding ones. ☺
The text is a mixture of fantasy literature and Finnish pagan gods. In Finland, as in Rome, Greece,and almost in every country there was a god for everything. Tapio is the god of the forest, Mielikki his wife, an elf lived in the sauna and witches flew on broomsticks. As for the forging of the ring, Tolkien studied Finnish and took inspiration for his books from the Finnish national epic, the Kalevala
This song is one of the first I ever heard from Nightwish. The way it leans towards many works of fantasy is nostalgic, it's been years since I read books from David Eddings but I remember Sparhawk well from series The Elenium. And referencing to Tapio and Mielikki, probably the most well-known forest-ruling deities of Finland makes this song kinda relatable and grounded for me. They're literally called Tapio, King of the Forest and Mielikki, Mistress of the Forest (and any DnD player should recognise her name!). It's really interesting to see how the songs have kept their multiple layers and complexity through the years even if the themes differ. This song of more fantasy-based like the others in the album yet when compared to the latests songs they still hold similar mystery and intrigue towards the unkown beyond our sight and into our imagination, making us wonder just what lies beyond there. And Tuomas still has the touch of getting the best out of his band.
The technique that Emmpu uses when both hands are on the Fret board is called Tapping. Great reaction Nikki, always really enjoy watching you discover more Nightwish magic 🤘
Hello from dark Finnish evening. Yeah these songs are usually or "meant" to be played together every time. Marco is playing his monster Warwick double neck. Other is bass and other is electric guitar. Marco lovingly has said that instrument is called as the Green monster.
Great reaction. Elvenjig is not on an album but was played live on the Decades tour. Troy brought it from his previous band Iona, a progressive folk band. th-cam.com/video/wv80lxNJ8aM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=zmlbG5xCJeSSWqFn. Elvenpath is from their first album Angels Fall First and the lyrics are kind of cheesy in a typical power metal way. The lyrics reference lot's of charachters from fantasy books, movies and video games. Some obvious ones are Bilbo from The Hobbit, Beauty and the Beast, the Seven Dwarves, Willow, and the Rings of Power from Lord of the Rings. I think the lyrics are very much in line with Tuomas's love of Tolkien literature, fantasy books and movies. It also dwells on his desire to return to the innocence of youth where your imagination runs wild and carries you to Neverland or an elvish world.
Tapio and Mielikki mentioned in lyrics: Tapio is a god of forests. Hunters prayed to him before a hunt. His wife is the goddess of the forest, Mielikki. Tapio is the father of Tellervo, Tyytikki and Tuulikki (daughters) and a son, Nyyrikki (the god of hunting). Fitting the "a green man archetype, Tapio has a beard of lichen and eyebrows of moss. They are part of the Finnish mythology.
Some parts of this song are based on J.R.R. Tolkin "The Silmarilion". Its the story about Middle Earth. "the uncarven path" is the way to "Valinor", the land of the Valar. I ´m sorry, english is not my language. In German I couldt tell you about hours over this. Very cool that the picture in the background maybe the "Helcaraxe" the Iceworld in the north of Middle Earth. That is one of the ways to Valinor. And there are some of other fantasy-stuff in there... Thanks for you reaction! I love this song!
Haha yeah, I never even thought anyone would watch these videos. 😜 I'm so grateful for all of you guys who tune in and share your music and lyrics thoughts with me! It really makes me so happy 🥹
Greetings Nikki. Well, unfortunately that was the end of the song(s), however, you did get a sneak peek into some visual of the next song in the set. When you see it again next week with the audio, you're gonna love it! Audience participation coming up. 😊❤️🤘🤘
'Elvenpath' was track #1 on the first Nightwish album in 1997 ("Angels fall first") before the band had even played a live concert... That record was done by Tarja (vocals), Tuomas (keyboards/ vocals), Emppu (guitar + bass) and Jukka Nevalainen (drums)... When Nightwish decided to do shows, they hired original bassist Sami Vanska in 1998, and they did the 2nd album 'Oceanborn' (1998) and 3rd album 'Wishmaster' (2000)... before Marko Hietala (bass / vocals) joined in '02.
another cool song actually two songs very cool themes with a good song from them and a great song for floor to sing holy cow it has a very old time medieval adventure melodies
The song based on "Lord of the rings". In the end of the song you can hear the voice of a narrator about rings created by Dark Lord. Before Floor, with Tarja it was only Elvenpath. But with Troy's instruments it became irish/elvish jig:) Tuomas is a big fantasy genre fan, so this song as many of early based on fantasy books or stories.
@@nikkireviewsBut not accurate. There is mention of LotR of course, but the song is about fantasy worlds and myths in general. There are references to fantasy books like Willow and to Tapio (Finnish god of forests and animals), Mielikki (the Finnish Goddess of the same), Bear King (Indian mythological king of the bears), Blue cloak (one of the hundreds of known names for Odin, ruler of the Norse gods and Valhalla) as well as Snowman, Sparhawk and others
I disagree. If the music is not paused, this was pretty good volume for the music to easily hear what she was telling about her experience. If you want to listen the original piece without extra distractions, you should follow the link in the description. If you came for the reaction, the reaction is more important than hearing the original music track intact and therefore the music should have lower volume as in this video.
Hey Nikki. Well, I don't think you seen the next part (the one that is muted at the end of this video) or, at least not in this epic version "I Want My Tears Back" - where Troy, Floor and Marco harmonies are superb. Elvenpath brings memories of Tolkiens "Lord of the Rings" or the "Hobbit" - mentioned in the lyrics "Bilbo", "Bear-King" and "Willow" and then there is the "Beauty and the Beast" another early song from Nightwish that actually was sang by Tuomas himself (until he decided, others were better suited for the lead singer partl)
I understand your love for Troy,he defintly helped bring Nightwish into another dimension alongside Floor in. Theyr sound has evolved soo much more with him into the band. I loved Nightwish before,but i love them soo much more after 2013 and up till today. Although the loss of Marko (hopefully just temp) is very visible and they lost alot in theyr vocal sound,but i have nothing against bassist-Jukka in. He used to be in the same band as Kai,so im aware of him from before too. Hes not much of a singer,but a great bassist.
Thete is another great version of this in Bogata in which you can see how some of the sound effectsvat the beginning are achieved - for example the tinkling sound Marco gets by pkaying below the bridge, an unusual technique (as you might expect from Nightwish and Marco). Remember that Tuomas is a kifelong fan of Disney but also of all fantasy.
"Elven", meaning of, or pertaining to, Elves. 'Lord of the Rings' is a popular subject for many types of Rock bands to write about. RUSH, and Led Zeppelin, just to name two.
Hello beautiful Nikki! The end of the video without audio is the beginning of the next song "I want my tears back"; in which the Argentine crowd will give a sample of why it is considered the best in the world for the simple reason that, we Argentines, are not just going to witness any show or event, but WE ARE GOING TO BE A FUNDAMENTAL PART OF THESE; adding our passion and fanaticism!!!🇦🇷😉🔥😎🌡😁🤘🤘🤘 Link Luna Park Stadium 2022 (before "7 Days To The Wolves") another evidence: th-cam.com/video/fICnUxxO8C4/w-d-xo.htmlsi=pFR0OBGgNB9lIK01
Oh wow! What a crowd!! That must feel so good to be a part of. ☺ Also, I think that's the first video I've seen without Marko. 🧐Who *is* the new person?
@nikkireviews yep, is the new bassist Jukka (he became of band called "Wintersun"). Marko will be the soul of Nightwish for ever and ever but Floor now she is monopolizing practically the entire stage and the performances of all the songs by herself (obviously she does it EXCELLENT) . Greetings and thanks for your beautiful reaction/analysis of Nightwish and Floor Jansen🤘🤗👍😎👏😉
If you enjoyed Nightwish, you should check out another metal band called Lovebites. They are all female group from Japan and dress up like princesses, but they shred and rock better than almost any band out there today. Please check out a song called Swan Song with Chopin Etude, Live from Zepp Diver City, Tokyo, 2019. th-cam.com/video/WBhtqgiXEA4/w-d-xo.html If you do be prepared the Wolfpack will invade your channel.
You are such a sweet girl ❤❤ All of us in the Nightwish Army have your back.
Thank you, you guys are what make this fun! ☺️💛
They are 2 separate songs, but they played them together.
Yes, Elvenjig , originally called Jigs, is a song that Troy brought with him from a former band, Iona. Elvenpath is the first song on the first album, Angels Fall First, from 1997. The first spoken part is the intro to the song on the record. That album was recorded with Tarja, Emppu , Tuomas ,and Jukka. Emppu played guitar and bass in studio. Sami Vanska joined on bass before the second album.
The song ended, the part with no audio is the intro to the next song, I Want My Tears Back, you'll see and hear that section in that video.
@corneliusantonius3108 There's nothing specific to LotR except the spoken part about the Rings of Power that you are referring to.
I know you haven't made this mistake but for others - that reference doesn't mean the whole song is based on LotR as some have said. There is all sorts of myth and Fantasy in here 🙂
Oh okay, good! I was hoping I'd see it in the next one. ☺️
Tuomas is a genius, and Emppu is a tasteful good guitarist...love this concert, thanks Nikki❤
Hi Nikki. Great reaction again. Elvenpath is from the first album of Nightwish. Tarja sounded really elvish back then. But Floor is a real real Galadriel, Queen of the Elves.
Each full concert you've gone through you've seen a video for I Want My Tears Back. The performance at Buenos Aires is by far my favorite. You're in for a real treat with this performance.
The spoken parts are from the intro for a 1978 movie by Ralph Bakshi called "Lord of the Rings" made from a book story about world of Wizards, Hobbits, Elves, Dwarves, humans, powerful rings, dragons and the horrible Orcs who were led by the most evil Sauron. In more recent years the Lord of the rings trilogy was remade in full.
Ah okay, thank for for explaining. I've never read/seen Lord of the Rings. I feel like if I watched it, probably a lot of Nightwish's songs would make more sense to me, at least these magical world-sounding ones. ☺
The silent part was the beginning of I want my Tears Back.
Hopefully they'll show some of that in next week's video. 🤔 I Want My Tears Back is one of my faves!
The song references to several works of Fantasy, from Lord of the Rings to Willow. A song that I particularly like as a role-playing game player. 😊
The text is a mixture of fantasy literature and Finnish pagan gods. In Finland, as in Rome, Greece,and almost in every country there was a god for everything. Tapio is the god of the forest, Mielikki his wife, an elf lived in the sauna and witches flew on broomsticks. As for the forging of the ring, Tolkien studied Finnish and took inspiration for his books from the Finnish national epic, the Kalevala
Ohh okay, thank you for explaining!
This song is one of the first I ever heard from Nightwish. The way it leans towards many works of fantasy is nostalgic, it's been years since I read books from David Eddings but I remember Sparhawk well from series The Elenium. And referencing to Tapio and Mielikki, probably the most well-known forest-ruling deities of Finland makes this song kinda relatable and grounded for me. They're literally called Tapio, King of the Forest and Mielikki, Mistress of the Forest (and any DnD player should recognise her name!).
It's really interesting to see how the songs have kept their multiple layers and complexity through the years even if the themes differ. This song of more fantasy-based like the others in the album yet when compared to the latests songs they still hold similar mystery and intrigue towards the unkown beyond our sight and into our imagination, making us wonder just what lies beyond there. And Tuomas still has the touch of getting the best out of his band.
The technique that Emmpu uses when both hands are on the Fret board is called Tapping. Great reaction Nikki, always really enjoy watching you discover more Nightwish magic 🤘
Yes, that song was over and the next one is I Want My Tears Back Now also from Buenos, please also do that one.
Kind regards from the Netherlands ❤
That is “The Beast” that double neck weighs 45 pounds!🎸🤘I love your reactions!🤘🎸
👍👍Awesomely awesome live performance!! 🖖❤
It really was! 👏
It’s ok, Nikki. Elvenpath was over. The part with no sound was the introduction of I Want My Tears Back.🤘🎸
Hello from dark Finnish evening. Yeah these songs are usually or "meant" to be played together every time.
Marco is playing his monster Warwick double neck. Other is bass and other is electric guitar. Marco lovingly has said that instrument is called as the Green monster.
Great reaction. Elvenjig is not on an album but was played live on the Decades tour. Troy brought it from his previous band Iona, a progressive folk band. th-cam.com/video/wv80lxNJ8aM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=zmlbG5xCJeSSWqFn. Elvenpath is from their first album Angels Fall First and the lyrics are kind of cheesy in a typical power metal way. The lyrics reference lot's of charachters from fantasy books, movies and video games. Some obvious ones are Bilbo from The Hobbit, Beauty and the Beast, the Seven Dwarves, Willow, and the Rings of Power from Lord of the Rings. I think the lyrics are very much in line with Tuomas's love of Tolkien literature, fantasy books and movies. It also dwells on his desire to return to the innocence of youth where your imagination runs wild and carries you to Neverland or an elvish world.
Tapio and Mielikki mentioned in lyrics:
Tapio is a god of forests.
Hunters prayed to him before a hunt. His wife is the goddess of the forest, Mielikki. Tapio is the father of Tellervo, Tyytikki and Tuulikki (daughters) and a son, Nyyrikki (the god of hunting). Fitting the "a green man archetype, Tapio has a beard of lichen and eyebrows of moss.
They are part of the Finnish mythology.
Wow, it's beautiful in both ways but it does fit Nightwish perfectly. 👌🏻
Some parts of this song are based on J.R.R. Tolkin "The Silmarilion". Its the story about Middle Earth. "the uncarven path" is the way to "Valinor", the land of the Valar. I ´m sorry, english is not my language. In German I couldt tell you about hours over this.
Very cool that the picture in the background maybe the "Helcaraxe" the Iceworld in the north of Middle Earth. That is one of the ways to Valinor.
And there are some of other fantasy-stuff in there...
Thanks for you reaction! I love this song!
Thank you, and thank you for explaining a bit! It really is a beautiful song. 🎵
Hi Nikki, greetings from UK
Another great reaction, thank you 😉
You are getting close to 10,000 subscribers....so cool 😁
Haha yeah, I never even thought anyone would watch these videos. 😜 I'm so grateful for all of you guys who tune in and share your music and lyrics thoughts with me! It really makes me so happy 🥹
@@nikkireviews You have so many friends here with you 🙂
Marko changed his guitars very quickly that people don't realise.
Greetings Nikki.
Well, unfortunately that was the end of the song(s), however, you did get a sneak peek into some visual of the next song in the set.
When you see it again next week with the audio, you're gonna love it!
Audience participation coming up.
😊❤️🤘🤘
Good to know! I was hoping I'd be able to get some of that in the next video. ☺️
Nice one! I love seeing how happy Tuomas is in this.
The song ended. The part that was muted, you'll hear that next week!
great reaction again🥰
'Elvenpath' was track #1 on the first Nightwish album in 1997 ("Angels fall first") before the band had even played a live concert... That record was done by Tarja (vocals), Tuomas (keyboards/ vocals), Emppu (guitar + bass) and Jukka Nevalainen (drums)...
When Nightwish decided to do shows, they hired original bassist Sami Vanska in 1998, and they did the 2nd album 'Oceanborn' (1998) and 3rd album 'Wishmaster' (2000)... before Marko Hietala (bass / vocals) joined in '02.
another cool song actually two songs very cool themes with a good song from them and a great song for floor to sing holy cow it has a very old time medieval adventure melodies
what is telegram?
At the end when you had no sound and thought there was more . that was the beginning of the song "I Want my Tears Back" I think it was the next song .
Yep, that's the next one on the list! One of my favorites. ☺
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#tapping 😹👌
🤘😎 🇫🇮 💙
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That style of lead playing is called tap-ing.
Tapping! Yes - thank you!
The song based on "Lord of the rings". In the end of the song you can hear the voice of a narrator about rings created by Dark Lord. Before Floor, with Tarja it was only Elvenpath. But with Troy's instruments it became irish/elvish jig:) Tuomas is a big fantasy genre fan, so this song as many of early based on fantasy books or stories.
Ah okay, thank you!
@@nikkireviewsBut not accurate. There is mention of LotR of course, but the song is about fantasy worlds and myths in general. There are references to fantasy books like Willow and to Tapio (Finnish god of forests and animals), Mielikki (the Finnish Goddess of the same), Bear King (Indian mythological king of the bears), Blue cloak (one of the hundreds of known names for Odin, ruler of the Norse gods and Valhalla) as well as Snowman, Sparhawk and others
That part you didn't hear was beginning of new song called I want my tears back
Ohh okay! That's the next video then. 😁 I do know that one and it's one of my faves. Hopefully the video I watch will show some of this that I missed.
Your voice is loud and clear but the music sound level is way too low. But, It is always great to see you happy and having a good day😍
Ah, thank you for letting me know. I will try to adjust it so it's more even next time!
I disagree. If the music is not paused, this was pretty good volume for the music to easily hear what she was telling about her experience. If you want to listen the original piece without extra distractions, you should follow the link in the description. If you came for the reaction, the reaction is more important than hearing the original music track intact and therefore the music should have lower volume as in this video.
Hey Nikki. Well, I don't think you seen the next part (the one that is muted at the end of this video) or, at least not in this epic version "I Want My Tears Back" - where Troy, Floor and Marco harmonies are superb. Elvenpath brings memories of Tolkiens "Lord of the Rings" or the "Hobbit" - mentioned in the lyrics "Bilbo", "Bear-King" and "Willow" and then there is the "Beauty and the Beast" another early song from Nightwish that actually was sang by Tuomas himself (until he decided, others were better suited for the lead singer partl)
Home Gnome is here!
🤗🍒🤘🏻😘
The final part is the start of I Want My Tears Back with crowd chanting.
Ooh okay! I figured it was just the transition. Maybe the next video will have some of that. 🤔
@@nikkireviews well worth it for Troy on Uilleann pipes and Floor dancing at this same concert.
I understand your love for Troy,he defintly helped bring Nightwish into another dimension alongside Floor in. Theyr sound has evolved soo much more with him into the band. I loved Nightwish before,but i love them soo much more after 2013 and up till today. Although the loss of Marko (hopefully just temp) is very visible and they lost alot in theyr vocal sound,but i have nothing against bassist-Jukka in. He used to be in the same band as Kai,so im aware of him from before too. Hes not much of a singer,but a great bassist.
Yeah, I really can't imagine Nightwish without Marko 😕
the end of the video is silent because those images are from the next song "I Want My Tears Back".
Thete is another great version of this in Bogata in which you can see how some of the sound effectsvat the beginning are achieved - for example the tinkling sound Marco gets by pkaying below the bridge, an unusual technique (as you might expect from Nightwish and Marco).
Remember that Tuomas is a kifelong fan of Disney but also of all fantasy.
"Elven", meaning of, or pertaining to, Elves. 'Lord of the Rings' is a popular subject for many types of Rock bands to write about. RUSH, and Led Zeppelin, just to name two.
Funnily enough, LOTR is very popular in the black metal community too. Tolkien is trve kvlt.😂🤘
@@noneofyerbeeswax8194 They would be in "many types" squad. 👌
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The ending without sound is the into of the next song: "I want my tears back" live @ Buenos Aires 2015.
👍👍🇳🇱🤘🤘🎤🎸💕👏👏
Hello beautiful Nikki! The end of the video without audio is the beginning of the next song "I want my tears back"; in which the Argentine crowd will give a sample of why it is considered the best in the world for the simple reason that, we Argentines, are not just going to witness any show or event, but WE ARE GOING TO BE A FUNDAMENTAL PART OF THESE; adding our passion and fanaticism!!!🇦🇷😉🔥😎🌡😁🤘🤘🤘
Link Luna Park Stadium 2022 (before "7 Days To The Wolves") another evidence: th-cam.com/video/fICnUxxO8C4/w-d-xo.htmlsi=pFR0OBGgNB9lIK01
Oh wow! What a crowd!! That must feel so good to be a part of. ☺
Also, I think that's the first video I've seen without Marko. 🧐Who *is* the new person?
@nikkireviews yep, is the new bassist Jukka (he became of band called "Wintersun"). Marko will be the soul of Nightwish for ever and ever but Floor now she is monopolizing practically the entire stage and the performances of all the songs by herself (obviously she does it EXCELLENT) . Greetings and thanks for your beautiful reaction/analysis of Nightwish and Floor Jansen🤘🤗👍😎👏😉
Hey Nikki, when will you open the membership program?
Membership program? 🤔
Nikki , you never heard of the Lord of the Rings ?
I've heard of it but I'm one of the few who has never read or seen it. 🙈
Tapio is king of the forest and Mielikki his wife
Maybe take a look at Tommy Johansons channel,he releases a cover every friday.
He is the guitarist of Sabatom,amazing😊
Tucson ? That's in Arizona, right ?
If you really want your mind blown, check out the lyric video for "Beauty Of the Beast" and "FantasMic"
the audio was probable cut off because the song was over i don't agree with that but seems to be an issue
you are beautiful xd
If you enjoyed Nightwish, you should check out another metal band called Lovebites. They are all female group
from Japan and dress up like princesses, but they shred and rock better than almost any band out there today.
Please check out a song called Swan Song with Chopin Etude, Live from Zepp Diver City, Tokyo, 2019.
th-cam.com/video/WBhtqgiXEA4/w-d-xo.html If you do be prepared the Wolfpack will invade your channel.
😞😕😔