Nightwish - Jukka Nevalainen forced to take a break due to health issues
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- Опубликовано: 10 сен 2024
- How to begin telling something that you wouldn’t want to have to tell, although you know that the decision you made is the only (at least the only right) one you could make at the moment? I face this dilemma now, and will do my best to find the right words.
For a number of years, I have suffered from occasional but very difficult insomnia, something that has been my unwanted companion during many of our tours, too. I’ve done my best to try to control it or at least to cope with it. Still, we don’t even really know why we need sleep, so unfortunately there’s not much information available on why some of us suffer from sleeplessness. There is no 100% cure for the problem.
During the last month, it has become evident for me that due to my insomnia, I can’t fulfill my duties as a musician in the way that I’d want and with the precision that the music deserves. Thus I have decided to step aside from my duties as the drummer of Nightwish during the recording of the forthcoming album and the subsequent tour. I will still be involved in managing the day-to-day affairs of the band, but the dearest and the most important thing, playing, is, for the time being, not possible. Time will tell what the future holds.
On a personal level, my decision obviously feels indescribably sad. Fortunately, looking at it with some distance, it is “just” part of the constant, inevitable ebb and flow of life. The sad things are part of it as well as the beautiful, unforgettable experiences and adventures that I’ve already had the pleasure to experience in spades. Surely, there will still be many adventures ahead, too.
My good friend Kai Hahto will play drums on the forthcoming album. I’m extremely grateful that he didn’t hesitate for a minute when he decided to help us in this challenging situation. What comes to touring, everything is still open, but we will let you know as soon possible what the line-up will be.
If beginning this was hard, so is ending it. So maybe I will just quote something fitting.
“You can only lose something that you have, but you cannot losesomething that you are.”― Eckhart Tolle
Best regards, Jukka Nevalainen / Nightwish
He was a beast in the drums.
We miss you Jukka. Hope you find the balance in your life no matter how many years it will take. Health is more important.
if floor is the voice, and tuomas is the brain, then jukka must surely be the heart of nightwish. it will be strange without him. hopefully he returns soon
+giggityguy you couldn't have said it better
Sorry that this is an old comment, but I wanted to say... Emppu is the leg and Marco is the arm of Nightwish. They just keep on going and going!
@@arcanesiren629 Oh yes :)
@@arcanesiren629 aged well... Lost its arm
@@sterilesteve5565 Tis but a scratch!
i love so much the humanity of this band.BIG RESPECT
Three years in a row the happiest country in the world has been Finland. Most people here are humble n not so selfish.So it no wonder NW is too.
No need for grandiose displays of artsiness.
Yes, so human that they fired and treated like garbage 3 people in differente times, people that didn't deserved. And the good music also was gone long ago, at Wishmaster more or less.
@@viniciusfranca2305 Right. To think that once I cried to this news, but little did I know! Karma is a bitch and Jukka had it coming since 2005, perhaps more than anyone else. I wouldn't have thought he could be as obnoxious as I later realized from various readings, the book, his interviews, his comments in several videos etc. The only one who still deserves some respect is Emppu.
@Kanashimi "People like me" are those who, as I made it clear, took a great deal of time and effort to go through virtually every available piece of evidence before making up their minds. A lot of things that looked a certain way at first, took a different shape when other information came into the picture. I cannot now engage into digesting it for everyone who asks, since it would be quite an endevour. And frankly, although I do remember the various pieces of information or details, I don't necessarily remember where I found them. Now, unlike "people like me", the internet is actually full of those who made up their minds only on the basis of one unfortunate letter full of twisted truths and strategically omitted details (eg. the "cancelled" Oslo concert that actually took place) . Such people are the ones who are perpetuating the "diva" mantra and that's so very common. I think that anyone who is really interested should do their own open-minded research, relying on different sources.
Actually NIghtwish was the first metal band I really liked to listen to and Jukkas fantastic drum parts (especially on the older albums!) were probably the reason why I started drumming. Thank you, Jukka, for being a great inspiration and influence! I hope you will be back on your feet one day!
Wanja [Nechtan] Gröger
Jukka is absolutely Amazing.
For me. He is the Best drummer of tus era.
Agreed, Jukka has something special, he's not just like any other drummer. I hope he recovers soon and returns to what he loves doing, drumming and being a beast at it
That’s great!
sorry to be off topic but does anybody know a trick to get back into an instagram account??
I somehow lost my password. I would love any tricks you can give me!
What a fantastic display of dignity, maturity and selflessness from Jukka and support from the others. I sincerely hope to see him back with the band in years to come, but I will continue to respect him regardless.
Jukka:
I know some time has passed, but I'm a new fan of Nightwish. I've seen your work through the Wacken 2013 videos, and you make such an impact that there are no words to describe it. I hope you are doing well, and I know that if any member of the band can truly help, it is Floor, since she has faced an illness that affected her career as well (burnout). I know that you will return when you feel you are ready, and also know that Kai has done an amazing job since your departure. My favorite performances have been 7 Days to the Wolves and Yours Is An Empty Hope.
As someone else who still suffers from insomnia, I know what you are dealing with, because of the ability to shut your mind down to be able to enter REM sleep. If I had one wish, completely unselfish, I would bear your burden of insomnia so you could sleep like a baby and still be able to play.
You are an amazing drummer, and inspire many people to follow their dreams, no matter the adversity they may face. Marco called you a "brother in arms," and I cannot help but echo that sentiment. You are truly a member of the Nightwish family, and from where I am in the United States, we never want family to suffer illness. But it happens -- however, you said it yourself: Miracles can, and do, happen. I sincerely hope that there is the miracle of you returning to where your heart lies: The seat of your kit, so that you may once again give the energy and rhthym of your heart and soul to all of us who most certainly love watching you perform.
Until the day you return, all of us in the Nightwish Family will be patient in waiting for your return, because as anyone who faces, or supports a loved one, knows: Nothing happens overnight. And I know you want to give your all performing and making music, but that you also want to enjoy doing so, and doing so healthily. May whatever faith you take solace in give you the courage to face and overcome that which plagues you, and we shall celebrate your return like no other when it happens.
Get well, Jukka. You are missed, and loved as a brother.
Sincerely,
A fan from Michigan in the United States
Beautifully worded man, this hit home! All the best to you!
This got me in tears... Hope you get well!!!
my son he likes your performance, he said that you are so incredible music, i hope that you are good, sorry my english is so bad...
This is one of, if not, the best things I've ever read. He is indeed missed.
❤👍with hope from Sweden
Does anyone felt a knot in your throat watching this video? I did. A legendary drummer needing to leave the sticks in order to go back to a healthier state is hard to deal with. The good thing is he knows Kai and passed the job to someone that already knows the music
It's so strange seeing someone else on the drums.... :/
But there's nothing more important than health; I really hope you get better soon Jukka! :)
Luckily the dude on drums is a fucking beast and great dude
Hayden Fletcher But he still can't be compared to Jukka :/...
Sieni Morso Well if jukka trusts him i trust him
That's true Hayden :) He is a good drummer and i think will fit really good, but i'm just been a Jukka fan since a little boy so it's really weird and shocking to me to see someone else than Jukka in the drums. But the new drummer will do well, hope Jukka get's healthy and comes back in few months or years!
Sieni Morso who knows insomnia is a bitch my cousin has it, he hates it a constant battle
Such a hard decision to make, but better to take a break this way (& hopefully return) than to push past the point of no return & have to break forever. Best wishes in taming your demons & riding them back to where your heart is!!!!
One of the best drummers in rock. A former drummer myself, I kept wishing,when I watching Nightwish videos, is why the videos never showed much of him; his energy, presence and drumming is a great part of this band.
Jukka, may you find rest. I know your heart is heavy, and all of us that adore Nightwish as a band, also adore each of you, and want nothing more than you to have your health back. Sleep is vital, and insomnia is serious. I am wishing you good health, and of course, will be anxious for your return. We will have you all close at heart, and wishing all the best.
Jukka by far is THE heartbeat to nightwish, the beat to which Marco lays down his powerful E string. Like Jukka, I too suffer from insomnia and my sleep schedule is so sporadic. But I never imagined this condition could be so seriout that it forces a professional drummer from a band. Whilst Kai is a great drummer, Jukka is a favorite of mine and I hope & pray he overcomes and returns to the band. The roster of Floor, Marco, Tuomas, Emppu & Jukka is THE best lineup Nightwish has ever presented, especially on stage. Keep the faith Jukka and rock on!
agreed. must really be serious.
@M3rlin what does this mean in simpler terms? ur not talking about a bass guitar right
@peteM3rlin its called e string... sure it can be tuned to d etc....
Great, deep-hearted story. God Bless Jukka, and may He give Jukka continuing grace over his "thorn in the flesh."
Long time fan of the band. Drove 600 miles to see you in Kansas City, MO. Love the music and love the friendships there. I always love seeing you all live because you are always having fun up on stage. Jukka, you will be missed. Do what you got to do and return as soon as you can! I wish you well and hope to see you touring again the next time you guys come to the US!
Jukka, if you read these comments, I was sad to hear this news. You are an amazingly talented musician who is just amazing to watch and listen to. Insomnia so sucks and I have bouts of it due in part to shift work and an inability to just shut my brain off. It affects so much of your health and well being and I can`t imagine how you have managed it so well. I agree that this is the right decision for you and the music. As fans of Nightwish and you as a musician and a person, we all want you to find healing and beat this thing so that you can return as strong as ever! Glad you are still going to be an integral part of the band and please post updates here to let the fans know how the battle is going.
Jukka, hope you're doing well. Your numerous fans miss you.
Insomnia is not a fun thing at all. I know from personal experience.
All the best to him. Let's hope he comes back soon.
We love you Jukka and pray for your health to restore itself back to the super drummer that you have been and will be ! Nightwish Rocks!
And he never came back again 😢, Kai Hahto it's such a good drummer but I still feel sad about Jukka...
Jukka as more charismatic and energetic :(
@@Mikey-1990 Yes I know. I don't hate Kai. He as awsome drummer but I grow up at Old Nightwish :P. I prefere Jukka style but Kai is very good successor.
@@kubdar8346 same here....I cut my NW teeth on the Wacken 2013 live show, love watching how he uses his whole body as he plays. Sadly it is now official that he Kai is the new drummer. Nothing against Kai but I'd have loved to watch NW with Jukka on drums. Be well Jukka.
I have no problems at all with Kai staying the official drummer. Sure I was sad when I first found out about Jukka's decision, but it's as the band said: health is more important. If Jukka feels better by staying in the background, he should do that. Kai has proven to be a worthy replacement in my opinion.
He is still behind the scene and does managing stuff etc. so I think it feels better that he is still in the band.
Jukka you’re a great musician and a brave man. I wish all the luck for you and I’m sure all of your fans wish you get well soon.
Hope you'll get healed Jukka.
Kai is an amazing drummer!
Good to know Kai will do the drums for next album.
Jukka is such a special drummer: accuracy, power and this unique tempo when drumming. His live performance is really part of the show. As for me, Wacken 2013 show was near to perfection. Please come back Jukka, we miss you so much!!!
Get well Jukka!! You're one of my absolute favorite drummers, cheers to good and better health!
I am new to Nightwish...as I discovered the band in 2020....when the first lock downs occurred in Feb. here in Texas! I loved watching Jukka play...not only because he is one heck of a great musician, but he's an entertainer!
I am not unfamiliar with insomnia.... As I have problems sleeping from severe tinnitus, severe Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis... And severe obstructive Sleep Apnea. I get so sleep deprived that I hallucinate occasionally. I have a Bipap machine to help me breathe when I do manage to sleep!
I hope and pray that the doctors find a remedy for your insomnia Jukka!
I asked Tuomas how Jukka was doing when I met the band earlier this month. Tuomas said that Jukka is doing "much better", so hopefully he'll be well enough to come back for the next NW album
I hope so.. He is so damn amazing..
You lucky and I want😥😥😥
Better he stay away more time for his health. Much resoect and wishes to be healthy!
Well, he'll never come back to Nightwish and it's his own words(he said it last year summer if im right)
He won’t come back but he’s still managing the business behind the scene
It's already been this long since Jukka left, but I still miss him and he's my favorite drummer of all time, and I LOVE a lot of drummers. I hope you're doing better these days and I will always appreciate the work you've done.
I will say, both as HUGE fan of Nightwish and as someone who has been (and still is) suffering from chronic insomnia for years and still ignorant to the cause--I am deeply grateful that you have come to this decision. From the rage, the physical agony, and the sense of total despair, I know that nothing is more important than getting better. Please keep a positive attitude and be well.
Actually chances are that you've just named the cause. "Sense of total despair", read as - emotional trauma. This is, in my case (someone diagnosed with Complex PTSD) both the cause AND the result. I suffer from insomnia since 2005. It's 2023 now. So...yeah. Behind the insomnia lies fear. It's not of fear of sleeping, but the fear of waking up, and precisely: a fear that new days will force us to face some suffering we don't know how to deal it. I don't know if it's going to help you, but maybe something happened to you in past, and you had no capacity to process it emotionally. Ask youself when your insomnia started and what happened in your life in that year. Maybe someone dear to you died? Maybe someone abused you emotionally, betrayed, ridiculed to the core. Maybe it's mobbing at work? Something made you being hyper vigilant physically. I was raised to be a "tough woman", but this was as in not who I am. I was unable to handle things emotionally as others expected me to do. And then SHTF. That's how I discovered the reasons behind my insomnia. And I am still an insomniac because some of those reasons behind my insomnia are still present in my life, so to speak, and I can't do ANYTHING about it.
Once you know what causes your insomnia, life will become easier. It's not you. You do nothing wrong. Keep going, have faith in yourself, life will be good again! I wish you best of luck and good health!
Just heard the news that Jukka will not be coming back. Health comes first. Thanks for everything, Jukka. You will be missed :(
I can totally relate to his situation as I'm a drummer that have to force myself out due to my spinal condition
Hope you are getting better soon, jukka. Kai is an amazing drummer and I have heard his work before. He will make a great replacement until you´re better. Get well
Thank you, Nightwish for being so understanding and supportive of your brother.
Jukka, we will miss you very much but please take as long as you need to recover because your health is more important than our disappointment.
Love you guys
What a great band they are supporting each other as they do and we must not forget Kai.
Get Better Jukka!! I consider you one of the greatest drummers I've ever heard. Nightwish wont quite be the same without you behind those drums!
i wish Jukka all the best, i've been a fan of the band and him as a drummer for many many years. i hope we see him behind the drums again one day.
I wish you Jukka all the best and hope, that one day you will be playing with the guys again - may your heart be shining again behind your drumkit (one day). take good care of you. warmest regards
Takes bravery to admit when it's time to step down. All my best wishes for you Jukka! As an ex-insomniac myself, after years of bad nights, all I can say is: Don't lose hope, everything is fixable. We'll be here for when you're better :)
Miss you Jukka , we love to see your style to hit the drum set. All the best and looking forward to seeing you again playing with Nightwish.
Will certainly miss having you on the album and tour but your health is priority #1 right now. Best wishes and health to one of the best drummers alive!!! We will wait for you, Jukka!!!
This is very sad to hear. For me Jukka is my favourite nightwish member and all time favourite drummer. He taught me quite a few things as a drummer tbh. Can't even imagine how the rest of the band must feel right now. Specially Emppu since they are childhood friends. Get better soon man! May the gods of metal be with you!
Jukka, you are the best drummer in the world! Get well soon!
Hope you are doing well Jukka! We will never forget your energy and we miss you so much!! Stay healthy 🤘
Gosh, this is so sad, I hope he gets well soon. It's amazing that he's been going at it despite the insomnia for so many years. It shows his love and dedication and they really are a band of brothers. Like a family.
Must have been so hard for him, giving up what he lives for, but your health is the most important thing.
Take good care Jukka. This is only temporary, you have to believe.
Wish Jukka all the best !!! Cant't with to see ALL you guys at Florida again!!!
Get well soon Jukka! Your energy behind the kit is one of the things that makes Nightwish one of the best live bands in the world. :)
That must have been such an incredibly hard decision. Be well Jukka, You have our love and support.
You continue to inspire my young son's drumming & I was so amazed that you would go out of your way at Manchester to get him one of your drum sticks.
Hopefully you will be able to overcome your health issue. Until then, rest up. You deserve it.
Jukka it was a very hard and breave decission to take this step, focus yourself on the health and i pray and burn a candle for you to get well. Sending you my strength and thoughts of energy to go through this hard time. Best wishes from a simple dutch guy who is a fan for over 15 years now
I came back to this video so many times by now as I always give the link to Nightwish reactors so they get informed why there was a drummer change, and although I've seen it so many times by now I always watch it again from start to finish. Jukka, you probably won't remember this but I'll never forget how you and rest of the guys talked with me and my friend in front of the tour bus that brutally cold night in Munich after World Tour of the Century concert on 12.1.2003. You even thanked me for driving 1000km from Croatia to Munich in that polar cold weather to see Nightwish :) We met again next year, also in Munich at the tour bus after the Once Upon a Tour concert on 23.10.2004. and I even caught your drumstick at the end of that concert, and that drumstick is still right in front of me on the wall of my room :) Then I gave you the pics we took year before. Just want to tell you these are a lifetime memories that I'm so glad to have, we OG Nightwish fans miss you very much, but it is great to hear you are doing well these days and thanks for the memories!
*JUKKA NEVALAINEN*
*BEST WISHES....*
*GRETTINGS FROM MÉXICO....!!!*
Still waiting for you, Jukka ♥️🇦🇷♥️🇦🇷
Jukka is an incredibly cool guy and amazing drummer. It was a pleasure to talk to him several times as I followed the band around the west coast of the states a few years ago. I hope he gets healthy and back to the band soon. I'll certainly miss seeing him when they come back next year.
Total Insomnia? I know only too well what Jukka is suffering with and I can't even comprehend what that would be like on the road because suffering from this you feel awful all the time, you can't enjoy a thing you do, and the more you go without sleep, the more resistant this illness makes you FOR sleep....We Luv ya Jukka.....Hope you are doing better!
Come on Jukka, you will beat this problem and you will come back to the band and to all your fans. We will be waiting for you!!
Insomnia is terrible. I have suffered insomnia for the past 2 years, but not the total insomnia, as Jukka suffering. I can not imagine that feeling, I mean, no sleep at all, it sounds really frustrating and exhausting. Best wishes, We understand as Your fans, the clever decision that you made, you couldn't do it in a better way. Get well very soon, You have all our support!.
Regards from Mexico.
Jukka....From drummer to drummer. Take care of yourself. You are an inspiration to me personally and it pains me to know you are suffering from this. Get better soon. You are an amazing drummer.
Very sad indeed. Those are some galactic shoes to fill.
Yes they are. Kai Hahto's style is different, but he is a really awesome drummer (one of the bests, in my opinion) :)
I don't think that the new album will suffer from that.
DoomTobi
I agree. I did watch a live video of Wintersun, and I was not disappointed with Kai's performance.
Jukka, you are so respected and admired. You are the backbone of Nightwish and always will be. I wish you nothing but the best and the strength to get thru the worst. ✌ from 🇨🇦
Thank you Jukka for everything you gave us and I hope you get better soon not only for us, but for YOU. My mom has the same condition as you, so I can understand what you are going through. I wish the best for you!
Get well Jukka. I wish you the best and hopefully we will get to see you back on stage pretty soon. Best wishes from Argentina!
Blessing, Peace and Healing to Jukka. Until you return it will not be the same. May God's Face shine upon you.
Jukka will not be gone for long; I believe this. He is the very first hero I ever had, when I was seven y/o and started listening to Nightwish. After 14 years now, I know how tough in the fall and what a hard worker he is. Jukka, you are a fantastic man, all my best wishes go for you at this moment - all I want is for you to get healthy then rise and shine again. You will for sure turn this page! Insomnia is a bitch but you'll handle this. Be great soon and back with us to live the dream!
Do not despair, everyone. Every band goes through troubles every once in a while, but it is always those that can move through even the worst of time that are the greatest. Nightwish is one of these bands. Nightwish will prevail.
We love you Jukka and we want what's best for you. But we'll miss you! We want to see you rocking those sticks again soon so get well quickly! Best of luck!
NOOOOOOO!!!!!
Get well and please come back soon Jukka you will be missed! :(
Best of wishes for Jukka. I really hope he heals soon cuz it is a difficult issue he's facing, but he's strong and has a lot of support. So I hope to see him soon behind the drumset :)
Very sad to hear =(. Jukka we wish you all the best and a good recovery. Can´t wait for your return.
Jukka I hope you feel better soon! All the best from America!
GET HEALTH, JUKKA!!
WE'RE ALL WITH YOU!
He's making the right decision. They have an incredible temporary replacement drummer who can be as energetic as Jukka is on the set, and in ANYTHING you do, health is always #1. Having dealt with medical grade insomnia through my 20's, it is no joke. There were days I was so tired I was hallucinating and couldn't even lift a pencil off the desk. That Jukka has been drumming through this all is nothing short of, as Floor said, "Superhuman Jukka."
Take all the time you need, Jukka. We, your fans, will be here when you come back :)
Poor Jukka. I sympathize with his problem. Insomnia is such a debilitating and self-feeding disorder, which I have suffered from for decades. He looks so tired and stressed. May he heal and recover from the anxiety and sadness this decision must have caused him. His arms of steel will be greatly missed until he returns to Nightwish.
We all gonna face a difficult path but its important to never give up on your dream. Tuomas got a dream and his wish shall come true. All of the singer's dream shall come true. Never give up and keep fighting. Keep being strong. Nightwish is strong there no doubt. I been a loyal nightwish fan since I was 3 years old. And will always support my all time favorite band in the whole world! I can call Nightwish one of the god of metal. There wont be any band that can compare to Nightwish and will stay alive forever.
Can't help feeling sad and so disappointed that Jukka won't be playing in Nightwish anymore. Don't take me wrong, I understand the reasons and health comes always first, but I just waited him to come back so much. When he has been away I have realized how his way to play has given energy to Nightwish. He will be missed. Is already. :
Jukka tu eres increíble, desbordas una energía maravillosa, me encanta verte en los videos!!! espero que estés bien de salud, cuídate descansa y relájate cuando puedas, tengo una amiga jovencita muy linda que se enamoro de ti en cuanto te vio, dijo que eras el alma del grupo, le impresiono como tocas la batería y eres su referente en la música!! mucha suerte Yuka!!! te deseamos lo mejor y te amamos a la distancia, nos encantas!!!
It is so sad Jukka had to make this decision, on the other hand friendship between Kai and him is so inspiring. I pray for him whenever I listen Nightwish. I strongly believe Jukka will get better someday. Until that day let's keep our fingers crossed...
Thanks for all these amazing drumming years Jukka! Wish you the best
4 years later i want Jukka back and i want Jukka right now!
The best thing about Finnish Metal musicians is despite being so amazing and tough looking they aren't afraid to show how venerable they are and effects that touring can have.
Thanks for all your hard work Jukka.
I totally agree with Floor. We have to give Jukka time to get better and we will be waiting for him.
I wish you Jukka to heal soon. May the Force be with You ;-) A fan from Czech Republic.
Best wishes to Jukka. I hope they find a way to treat his problem. I can't imagine maintaining the breakneck pace of an international tour while not being able to sleep. Prayers for a cure and a quick return to the band.
The Nioghtwish Army has been and will continue to be supportive of Jukka and the entire band. We want nothing but the best for all of them.
Bad news: it could be months or years before he returns to Nightwish. Tuomas said he "needs a long breather."
Good news: "he is doing much better" is what Tuomas said in a recent interview and he's still very productive with the band. In the booklet for the new album, Jukka still gets credit. :)
I am happy to hear he is doing well. I am a chronic insomniac too. I can relate.
Heyyy.
The band is called Nightwish. Seriously. Google them. :)
I'm sad to see Jukka step down for now, but his health is the most important. But it did bring me immense joy to see Kai on board. I LOVE Wintersun! Get well soon, Jukka!
Watching this after more than 4 years, I'm tearing up that Juka is still not back.
It is. Even if you understand why. I hope he's okay though, even if he never comes back.
For me, you are irreplaceable Jukka. You are amazing drummer and the way you are drumming is special. This is very sad message for me. I hope you will be OK soon.
I start listening Nightwish some fourteen years ago, i been on several concerts, always in first rows, and to say that today when there is so many good bands, Nightwish is really special to me, their songs get to my heart and there is not day that i dont listen them, Each of them were heroes to me, because of Jukka i start with drums. Will the main singers come and goes, Jukka, Marco Thoumas and Emppu always remains, and now when Jukka was forced to step down due health issues(of course health always need to be on first place), it makes me very sad. I hope for best, i hope he will beat the damn insomnia(i know how nasty she can be), and that Jukka will return and continue the magic that Nightwish spread all around itself. Best wishes Jukka.
I became a Nightwish fan shortly before Jukka made this announcement. I loved everything about the band including Jukka the person and Jukka the drummer. It would be awesome if he came back to the band but it would also be sad because I am now a big fan of Kai the person and Kai the drummer. 🙂😢
Jukka we miss you! Get well soon!
Jukka, you are already an eternal, timeless one, but come back regardless. Your character at the drums is unique.
Thank you for the information. I know these decisions are never easy, and sharing with the public may be difficult, too. But this will prevent a stupid rumor mill. I wish the best for all.
On the other hand, there are always some persons who see "scheming" everywhere. :/
*****
You've got me there. I spoke too soon. :)
Forza Jukka! Great drummer, inspiration and awesome guy. Wishing lots of GOOD HEALTH.
We shall see you on the drums again, hopefully soon.
Rock on brother!
Get well, Jukka. We'll miss you and cannot wait for your return!
My best wishes for Jukka the awesome drummer!
Get well Jukka!!! You will be missed.
Hope with you back again.
Please get better soon!
Jukka !
Take care !
I think I can write this on behalf of all NW fans - Health is the most important thing in our lives and we must respect it and cherish it as much as we can! Let's hope for the best for Jukka, send him the best support we can and wish all would be well soon!
Best nightwish drummer ever had but at the same time the current drummer for nightwish just as a good ......get well Jukka...you are loved all around the world...and I'm sure your band mates and all the fans misses you a lot....
Jukka Nevalainen...The "Best Drummer in the World" today.!!!!!!....Jukka your drumming is so Fucking Intense...i Absolutely Love it.....Please Hurry back to Nightwish...but more importantly look after your health first....i wish you a Speedy recovery :)
Jukka is heart of Nightwish,he is terrible missed but health is the most important,thank you Kai for stepping in,Kai is a human machine
Oh, Jukka... ;__; Every time I see them live, I can always feel how deeply Jukka feels and LOVES the music they make. It's truly heartbreaking that he'll have to sit out of the upcoming album and tour, because I can get a sense of how much Nightwish means to him. But I'm glad he's focusing on recovering his health--I really hope they can figure out what the cause of his insomnia is and heal it soon.
redcrest5
I agree 100%.
Jukka, wish you all the best, my heart and soul is with you, hope you'll get through it. Can't wait for your healthy, thunder-roaring return!