It happened again... I absolutely cannot keep up with all the comments coming in from you all, but believe me, I’m reading them all and taking notes, even if I don’t respond. I am overwhelmed by all the suggestions and the wealth of knowledge about Nightwish that you’re sharing with me. Thank you so very much!
And this is them LIVE! Marko doing “The Islander” is great to see his range and my personal favorite NW song (and the first song I heard) is “Last Ride of the Day” by their original singer Tarja. Great reaction and pause all you want, you do you brother
Hey Tank, you mention earlier about where they came from and background musically. Floor had a band After Forever when she was 17 and it was awesome. Then she sang in several other side projects. She then formed ReVamp and wrote songs and finally ended that band after she joined Nightwish, even played in them both earlier on until she devoted her all to Nightwish. Check out her live performance of "wild card" by ReVamp.... hear her growl..... lol. Pretty cool
The Nightwish army/family are very passionate. Once we see someone discover them for the first time there is a great desire to share our wonderful band with someone new.
"I'm going to have to watch like 10 of these in a row!" - Every NW fan: "YESSSS!!!!!!!" / "Ah, I can't help it!" (headbanging) - NW Army: Grinning: "We know!" / "I don't care, we're going back and listening to that again!" - NW fans: "Of course you are!!" (Btw, I like your BH jersey!)
@@TankTheTech Loved your reaction, Man! I couldn't stop getting overjoyed, & laughing with happiness, at watching your reaction, over & over & over & over again! VERY happy to have you included in the Nightwish Army! ...ONE MORE video for me, tonight (00:25)- my third Nightwish video, of your's shall be... Phantom of the Opera 🇫🇮🇺🇸🤘🤠🤘🇨🇦
Symphonic metal. But pick a genre and listen to their music you will probably find it. I havent heard rap or hip hop nor disco. But instrumental music very classical but others very metal. The classical opera trained singers do it all from folk jazz celtuc river dance to metal. Many inbetween
Oh god yes, that one's **really** great. The energy during that song is simply mindblowing. That last bit where she's screaming at the audience without her mic? Priceless.
If he's gonna be the Tank Regiment, think he ought to react to some Sabaton as well? I mean, there's a Nightwish connection, since Floor is married to Hannes - and Hannes has that tank for his drum riser!
@@MsCatstaff That's how I found Nightwish and I am so happy I listened to people in comments who keep mentioning this Floor woman and now I am a drift in a sea of amazing
More Nightwish: Song of Myself, Storytime, Last Ride of the Day, Tribal, Shoemaker (these last two are not available live yet, because the album came out during quarantine). You might want to check out Floor's performances from the Dutch tv show Beste Zangers, even though she is singing with the house band it really shows off her skill. Before last summer she was largely unknown in her home country, but now she is one of the most popular singers in the Netherlands.
A good one with Troy is "I Want My Tears Back" from Tampere. If you want to see Floor do something unexpected, do "Yours Is An Empty Hope" and pay close attention when they sing the title. You won't regret it at all.
@@TankTheTech Actually for "I want my tears back" the best live version is from the Decades - Live In Buenos Aires 2019 show. The audience and band all go nuts ;p ruclips.net/video/TBOdgxjb0kM/видео.html this one :)
Didn't believe it could happen, that any of the songs from their benchmark show at Wacken 2013 could be done better. But, yeah, I WANT MY TEARS BACK live from Buenos Aires 2018 did it !!!
2013 was Floor's first year with Nightwish. I think the Live album Showtime, Storytime is the first release with her. Wembley 2015 and Decades are much better only because the band harmonizes even better.
Emppu does not get enough love his guitar tone is consistently fucking killer and he serves the song perfectly every time...tuomas and floor get so much love(and rightly so) but the whole band are fucking monsters in their own right..!!
That's kind of Emppu's thing. I don't really know any other guitarist that is so good at giving the song exactly what is needed and not more. His playing back in the day usually was way more technical but he's said that as he got older he didn't feel that need to show off anymore, so yeah. And btw, even back then he was a master at doing just that - giving the song exactly what was needed and not a tad more. You probably know this by now though! Nightwish is probably my favourite band. Their masterful compositions, their world view, everything. There is no other band that makes me feel all the feelings I do while listening to them really. Gonna enjoy all these reaction vids of them you've put out. 😄
*Pop Divas everywhere:* Only *I* can hit The Note. *Floor, singing Romanticide:* Hold my beer -- I've got a chromatic slide banshee wail to get to. And Tank -- if you think Marco sounds good, check out Devil and the Deep Dark Ocean from Buenos Aires, 2018 -- Marco is _Excellent_ in that performance. And for Troy: I would get to I Want My Tears Back or Nemo, both from Wacken 2013.
For the ultimate Troy flute and bagpipe experience go for "Last of the wilds", Wacken 2013. Instrumental piece bang on the middle of the concert to give Floor a few minutes to break and change. If you want to also hear him sing, "the carpenter" from Buenos Aires 2018.
I think 7 days to the wolves is a good showcase for troy, too. But not with flute or pipes but with this Guitar Thing he does in that. I've rarely heard a guitar sound like that. Maybe someone knows the technical term for what he is doing there.
@@chriscross2473 Not sure about at Wacken. He occaisionally uses an EBow for guitar. When they did the song at Wembley in 2015 he was actually playing a very nice bouzouki. I had not heard one before that.
The two songs to start with Troy should definitely be 'I Want My Tears Back' live at Wacken, 'My Walden' live at Tampere or Wembly (both shows are equally great with this song).
@@DC88_ True, but Troy is only there for a fraction of the song. Which is why I think the best two songs to introduce Troy are the two I mentioned above. Of course, that is just my personal thoughts on it.
You want to see Troy. Not sure if you're ready for their 20-plus minutes masterpiece, but you may check out Weak Fantasy live at Tampere. He did nasty solo with Marco there on bouzouki. Emppu's fave solo is from Ever Dream. Haha so there you go my two recommendations to you.
I'm 66 and a retired musician. I found Nightwish a couple yrs ago. I absolutely love this band. My favorite of all time. Their fan base have as many old guys/girls as young ones (according to the band). Tell your dad he's not alone.
Oh no ! Don’t ever apologize in going back to listen or hear again! We get to hear it again no problem. You will get better at the pausing, but when you join the Nightwish Army no real rules except no talking over music ( woo and ahhhs, wow, ok). Every song is a journey and march thru epic emotional and wonderful sounds and sights. Warning for your Dad and you your not going down a rabbit hole but a worm hole! Do stick with live also their videos are great but they take it to the next level live! Good luck on your journey!🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘
Great reaction! The enthusiasm you bring to the table is so joyous to watch! As many more have mentioned - a safe bet is to keep doing the Wacken 2013 concert. I also recommend "Seven Days to the Wolves" from their Wembley 2016 performance. If you want to see more flexing by Empu and Marco I would recommend Nightwish cover of Pink Floyd's High Hopes (From the "End of an Era" DVD). Back then they still had their original singer Tarja, but she is not present in that song and Marco is singing lead.
So fun watching you react to hearing Marco for the first time, then watching your reaction to "The Islander" barely two months later. Such a fun journey so far.
Love the enthusiasm! Thanks tank! You're only scratching the surface...long way to go yet. They've never released a weak song/ composition. Stick to live versions until you get to the new album...a masterpiece.
From all Nightwish reactions I've watched (and I'm an addict), yours are simply the most fun! Love the edits and the humor, it's not something we'd have seen a thousand times already and I dig it!
Love seeing you fall in love with Nightwish as fast as i did a bunch of years ago. There is sooo much talent in there, it just blows your mind. Glad you got to experience that. Great reaction!
I agree with you, Floor and Marco complement each other superbly! I read a review from a so-called music reviewer once who wrote that Nightwish is great, if only Marco would keep quiet! Wondered for a while if the guy had soil in his ears, or between them!
Another great reaction, Tank. How can any man not fall in love with Floor!! How can any Woman not fall in love with the Valkyrie Floor & the Viking Marco. I can see it.
One of the great things about Nightwish is the variety of songs they have, ranging from really heavy (Weak Fantasy, Ghost River) to folk/ballad (While Your Lips Are Still Red, Islander) to insane epic journeys (Poet and the Pendulum, Greatest Show on Earth). Honestly one of the greatest bands Ive ever heard.
I started listening Nightwish a little over a year ago and I'm still discovering new songs , so get ready for a long ride but I promise you'll love every second of it. I'd recommend "song of myself" and "yours is an empty hope" from this same show. If you're curious about Tarja Turunen singing then check out "over the hills and far away" and "I wish I had an angel".
For seeing Troy, and also seeing how much fun these guys have, try 'I want my tears back' from Buenos Aires. Emppu does an awesome instrumental duet with Troy and Floor dances virtually all of the way through this one and still manages to maintain her incredible vocals. The crowd are also amazing.
I have to say: I absolutely LOVE watching your Nightwish (and e.g. Jinjer) stuff! Your enthusiasm, floorgasms and all. It kinda also is in line with my state: never listened to them so much, but recently found them anew (my mind images were from the previous times of Tarja - an Absolute Talent, but opera not being my thing - & Anette). And have to say, too: Your father and my mom (almost 80 years :) - and NOT a heavy fan, never) had a bit same kinda reactions: I let her listen to All the works of nature & The greatest show. What she said: "These [pieces of music] are out of this world." A bit controversial, I know - as that´s about all they´re about - this world. But then again.. They are. And I like your pausings - though many, also have a good reason - their music just is so incredible, and has so much to pause to - to hear again, properly, and give a credit. (Okay, I´m - too - all flooring [falling but also put to floor - a total knockdown - with a foorgasm] in there.. the rabbit hole. For good.
Them, Jukka, the drummer, he is a monster. He makes perfectly clear for all the drumms and sticks, he is the master. He does not leave marks in the drums, he punches holes in the space time fabric.
Dude, your enthusiasm is infectious! :-D I actually laughed out loud when you tried (and failed!) to not headbang! Great reaction. Between your good self, and your buddy Chase, I have spent hours watching your reactions. I only discovered Nightwish and Floor just over a month ago and, like you, I'm hooked. I have never been so smitten by any band like this before, and I'm 56, so I've heard a few! 'Tanks' for brightening my day! Sorry, I couldn't resist......
I can relate to your dad. I am 68 and first heard Nightwish about 4 to 6 months ago on youtube watching reactions to the bands of the 70s I saw in concerts back then. Like your dad, I was blown away by the genius mixture of metal and "symphony" and celtic folk, not to mention the lyrics. With that awesome band and Goddess lead singer, it was like watching the ABBA ladies singing for Metallica on music cowritten by Mozart and Wagner . To me this is the next level of Rock, definitely my favorite band now. I wish they would tour in the southern USA so i could see them live. you're reaction reminded me of my first time hearing them, I enjoyed your reaction.
I Want My Tears Back features Troy. A good introduction to him. After that, he gets a full song... In the same Wacken show..."Last of the Wilds". Great instrumental.
Tank really love your enthusiasm about the music of NW and the voice of the Goddess Floor. As you delve deeper into theNW rabbit hole you will notice how diverse each track is and just how big the NW army is. Keep on rocking.
Just Awesome! I knew you would love it! So you want to see Troy, well, we need to change again on different side of band. It shall be I WANT MY TEARS BACK! Either this Wacken show or Buenos Aires 2019, both are very very good. 🤘 And huge respect from me, you actually learn everything in one day, including their names !! 🎶 🎸 👍🤘
You need to listen to another symphonic metal band called Epica. They do a song called Sancta Terra which features Floor Jansen as a guest vocalist. The vocalist for Epica name is Simone Simon. She is another amazing vocalist. This is I live performance. Simone and Floor are friends and it shows in the chemistry they have on stage.
Welcome to the club! I've been a fan since 1997 and let me tell you it does not get boring! Keep watching and you'll see Troy soon enough. One thing I will say in all honesty and with all respect for the past band members, Nightwish was reborn when Floor and Troy both became permanent members. Floor also had her own career going on back in 97' which was also very enjoyable. She had the attention of most of my graduating class with her voice, appearance and stage presence. She's simply amazing and a one of a kind performer but when they joined up together it was an insane moment for me. I've only been fortunate enough to see them live on 4 occasions but each time was like the first! It is going to take you a very long time to catch up on all of the music and the bands history but give it time and you'll get there. I would suggest watching all of the Wacken performances to start. This way you'll get the true feel for Nightwish and also satisfy most of the requests you're getting. Some other honorable mentions are Elan, Endless Forms Most Beautiful, The Poet and the Pendulum (read up on this one first) and The Greatest Show On Earth (save for last). They also released their newest album back in April but I would save that for later. Just a suggestion. Sorry for writing a novel here, just wanted to throw some friendly suggestions. I always love welcoming new Nightwish fans. Thanks again and welcome to the Nightwish world!
I am in the same boat as you and your dad. I am absolutely enthralled with this group. I grew up with Elvis, but never have ever seen or heard anything like NW , I am hypnotized. 74 year old metal head here.
Haha man your enthusiasm is infectious lol. Like I said last time they do everything. As a point non of them overplay a song. They do what’s needed for the song nothing else. For Troy give ‘iwant my tears back’ from the same show or Buenos Ares
Another good one that features Floor with another PHENOMENAL symphonic metal band Epica is a song called "Sancta Terra". Simone Simons and Floor blend sooo well together and, similar to this song, it's heavy and you won't want to stop jamming out. Check it out!
"..Doesn't do any more or less than he feels is needed>" Yep, that's Emmpu's thing. Many professional guitar players reacting to Nightwish have noted that. (in awe ;) ) Troy? > ' I Want My Tears Back' (& DO also listen to the '18 Buenos Aires version) & 'Last of The Wilds'. Later, he's featured in ' The Greatest Show On Earth' (Tampere) & in many of the songs on the new album.
You should just go through the wacken 2013 set one at a time....it's like the standard rabbit hole....They slay from the very beginning with Dark Chest of Wonders.....which is the most epic start ever. But that concert is a straight up hour and a half of nonstop floorgasm driven goosebumps.
That being said, love the enthusiasm, but in the first half, with the floorgasm effect, it seemed insincere or pandering to the NW army. Personally, I'm more interested in a genuine reaction, be it indifferent, raving or critical. Could be, you're just that high energy... but I'll wait a few more NW reactions to pass final judgment. Props for learning their names!
Honestly, I was pandering a little, because last video I just kept saying “goosebumps” and everyone corrected me. Just wanted them to know I got the point. Haha. Thank you for you feedback!
Great reaction! I've been a fan of this sort of music since I was a kid in the 70's. I'm near 60 and still loving music that makes you feel alive. Nightwish is incredible. So tight, so spot on, and one can feel the love the band members have for each other and the Nightwish Army. Btw, diehard fan of the St Louis Blues here, but that's a sick Blackhawks sweater. Keep up the great reviews!
They have been known all over the world for so long now. Only now people in the USA are listening. I'm from Florida USA and I've been into Symphonic a long time . EPICA is also one of my favorite. Another band💀🕷💀
Holy Nightwish Batman!! I think we have another convert to the Nightwish army! Welcome to the Nightwish community! Loved your reaction! So much joy and happiness in a world that is in uncertainty!
First time ever i heard some foreigner using HIM as a backround music. and on "i want my tears back" there was old school In Flames. Im blown away about your music taste.
@@TankTheTech haha that might be very true, as my first thought was how you know HIM but not Nightwish. But then again even tho i listen a lot metal and all kinds of music, i still find new bands everyday. Btw if you are interested about other Finnish metal bands i can suggest some rather unknown and known bands. Althought i have no idea which one would be unknown for you :d
"I Want My Tears BACK" is the Perfect song to see Troy! Not many bands can add uilleann pipes( Irish bagpipes) to their repertoire! If you watch the Waken 13' concert you will also see Emmpu's playfulness, as he pulls Foor's battery pack for her in ear monitors out.😆 And she doesn't skip a beat! And can we just acknowledge the drummer Jukka?!?! He is a beast on the drums! The thing about Nightwish is how tight they are. The way their music pieces are put together. If they miss a note it will knock everything off! I am a old school Heavy Rock and Metal fan and they are right up my alley.
Ron here from the high desert of southeast Arizona. I know others have already commented on the talent of Tuomas, but had to chime in. I'm 72 yrs old and experienced a lot of great music, and for my money Tuomas is an absolute genius in composition, writing of lyrics, arranging and stage production. During the performance he is a master at the keyboard, but he does so much more behind the scenes. As the founder of the band he is the heart and soul. As a collaborative group they are the tightest and most professional band I've every seen. Also note how much fun they have on stage, especially Emppu, the prankster. It will shock the hell out of me if you find one song you don't enjoy. New subscriber as I will be joining you on your Nightwish adventure. Enjoy the ride. By the way, I grew up in the Midwest a huge fan of the Blackhawks and Red Wings; struggled when they played each other especially in the playoffs. Our two sons, born and raised in southern Arizona, grew up Blackhawks fans from a distance. Still go to Phoenix when they come to play the Coyotes.
That's awesome! And there are some ex-Hawks on the Coyotes still, too! And yeah, I've done some more Nightwish reactions since this one and they absolutely blow me away. Tuomas isn't highlighted that much live, but it's clear that it's his vision behind a lot of their stuff. I can't wait to listen to this band more and more.
"Not that I didn't like the last one, but this is a whole different sound!" Yeah so about that, I challenge you to find two songs from their entire discography that sound similar; bet! Also that's actually really awesome, it's only your second song and you already got your dad into it xD good stuff. And lol, ten of these in a row eh? This show, Wacken 2013, has 15 songs...might be providence right there, just go right down the list man! So about Emppu, the lead guitarist. Yeah his solos are great, and it's because he always just plays the actual written part, doesn't embellish or go off on random crazy tangents. He knows we're here for a specific sound or melody, and he delivers that exact progression of notes every single time. I always hated that, going to shows for other bands and when my favorite song came up they changed it so much it was a different song. Never ever have that problem with Nightwish! Hmm, a good song showcasing Troy, eh? That'd be I Want My Tears Back at this Wacken concert.
LOL We ARE the Nightwish Army! So many different songs with totally different sounds, but all unmistakably Nightwish. I saw then in a small show, maybe 500 people, no pyro, just a few lights and the back screen. I wasn't dissappointed ! Emotional and incredible!
lyrics God love and rest my soul With this sundown never ending The feel is gone yet you ain't gonna see me fail I am the decadence of your world I am an eider covered in oil Happy hunting, you double-faced carnivore Tell me why No heart to cry Hang me high The music is dead, the amen is said The kiss of faith is what I beg A loving heart 'n soul for sale Tell me why Leave me be And cease to tell me how to feel To grieve, to shield myself from evil Leave me be Ode of lies is killing me Romanticize Till love do me part See me ruined by my own creations Leave me be Dead Boy's alive but without sense I need a near-death experience Heart once bold Now turned to stone Perfection my messenger from hell Wine turns to water Campfires freeze, love letters burn Romance is lost Lord, let me be wrong in this pain Temporary pain, eternal shame To take part in this devil's chess game Spit on me, let go, get rid of me And try to survive your stupidity
You get it. You're gonna have a massive following by the end of this. You've got the Army all here and your vibes are just as over-the-top as ours, when we listen to them.
Your reaction and enthusiasm for the energy in this song LITERALLY made me feel as if I were watching this for the first time and this is my third time. I wish I were there. This song ROCKS.
Hi Tank. I would recommend the demonic growls of Floor on "Yours is an empty hope" live at Wembley arena 2015, but I'm afraid your head might fall off.
One of Emppu's best guitar solos is in "High Hopes" (Helsinki 2005). It's a Pink Floyd cover more powerfull than the original. Many PF fans say it's better than the original. Marko is at his best on vocals!, Jukka on drums! and Tuomas creates an eerie, haunting atmosphere with his keys, and the reaction of the audience tells it all. Great performance.
Vielen Dank an meinen freund. Ja, you will find all their songs are bangers like this. Like your Vater this became my favorite group after hearing them. Keep them coming and we will be here.
I think they’re this generation’s Rush, Yes, or Floyd. Take your pick. Sad they’re so unknown here in the States. I love that reaction channels are starting to change that.
Love how you are reacting exactly like I am, listening to these performances for the first time - they are absolutely incredible here - that scream is just unreal. Thanks for your honesty and emotion - really appreciate the reaction! (And the whole Nightwish series, which I'm just working through now - Wow!)
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It happened again... I absolutely cannot keep up with all the comments coming in from you all, but believe me, I’m reading them all and taking notes, even if I don’t respond. I am overwhelmed by all the suggestions and the wealth of knowledge about Nightwish that you’re sharing with me. Thank you so very much!
And this is them LIVE!
Marko doing “The Islander” is great to see his range and my personal favorite NW song (and the first song I heard) is “Last Ride of the Day” by their original singer Tarja. Great reaction and pause all you want, you do you brother
@@kurtthevillain6012 Annette is the original singer for last ride of the day.
Hey Tank, you mention earlier about where they came from and background musically. Floor had a band After Forever when she was 17 and it was awesome. Then she sang in several other side projects. She then formed ReVamp and wrote songs and finally ended that band after she joined Nightwish, even played in them both earlier on until she devoted her all to Nightwish. Check out her live performance of "wild card" by ReVamp.... hear her growl..... lol. Pretty cool
The Nightwish army/family are very passionate. Once we see someone discover them for the first time there is a great desire to share our wonderful band with someone new.
thank you for a genuine reaction and love shown to Nightwish!:) They are actually from my home country! Gotta support ;)
Day 1: "I've never heard these guys before".
Day 2: Comes back for more and knows all their names.
We've hooked another one guys!
They're like the Pied Piper of Hamelin of metal bands, aren't they ^^'? They got you lured in before you even know what they're doing to you :)
@@LunaBianca1805 Listen to The Piper Never Dies by Edguy, and maybe you'll be piper'd into another band!
Same! (Nw with Floor i mean)
That one was easy!
"I'm going to have to watch like 10 of these in a row!" - Every NW fan: "YESSSS!!!!!!!" / "Ah, I can't help it!" (headbanging) - NW Army: Grinning: "We know!" / "I don't care, we're going back and listening to that again!" - NW fans: "Of course you are!!" (Btw, I like your BH jersey!)
Dude, I legit had those responses xD
10 in a row might be. Bit of an over exaggeration, cause I wanna mix it up on this channel, but I promise you they’re gonna come sooner than later!
@@TankTheTech Great to someone enjoy a band as much as me.
@@TankTheTech Loved your reaction, Man! I couldn't stop getting overjoyed, & laughing with happiness, at watching your reaction, over & over & over & over again! VERY happy to have you included in the Nightwish Army!
...ONE MORE video for me, tonight (00:25)- my third Nightwish video, of your's shall be... Phantom of the Opera 🇫🇮🇺🇸🤘🤠🤘🇨🇦
cringe
Reviewer: What kind of music do Nightwish play?
Nightwish: Yes
That is accurate
Symphonic metal. But pick a genre and listen to their music you will probably find it. I havent heard rap or hip hop nor disco. But instrumental music very classical but others very metal. The classical opera trained singers do it all from folk jazz celtuc river dance to metal. Many inbetween
I love those comments.
Like Tuomas "Hey Emppu, how mad can you go on the guitar solo?"
Emppu: "yes"
Futher down the rabbithole: Emppu and Marco really shines in the Nightwish cover of Pink Floyd's "High Hopes".
Totally agree... that performance was crazy good from Marco, Emppu and Jukka.
High hopes definitely worth of it.
I HAVE to hear this. Thank you!
Nightwish says “High Hopes” is not a cover, but a tribute. It certainly is that.
High Hopes is perfectly metalized by Nightwish.
OH my, Boy do they shine !!! Definitely a Must !!!
Wanna see Troy? 'Seven Days to the Wolves' (Wembley)
Yes yes yes!
I second this. I think you'll love the whole production!
Killer! Thank you!
Oh god yes, that one's **really** great. The energy during that song is simply mindblowing. That last bit where she's screaming at the audience without her mic? Priceless.
Oh yes! And there are some great effects/pyro in that performance too, for him to geek out on ;)
You're already IN the Army! Ghost Love Score is our recruitment exam.
You're now our Tank Regiment. 😂
That's a good one PageMonster 👍😎🤘
Glad I passed the Exam!
If he's gonna be the Tank Regiment, think he ought to react to some Sabaton as well? I mean, there's a Nightwish connection, since Floor is married to Hannes - and Hannes has that tank for his drum riser!
I think tank battalion is more fitting...
@@MsCatstaff That's how I found Nightwish and I am so happy I listened to people in comments who keep mentioning this Floor woman and now I am a drift in a sea of amazing
More Nightwish: Song of Myself, Storytime, Last Ride of the Day, Tribal, Shoemaker (these last two are not available live yet, because the album came out during quarantine). You might want to check out Floor's performances from the Dutch tv show Beste Zangers, even though she is singing with the house band it really shows off her skill. Before last summer she was largely unknown in her home country, but now she is one of the most popular singers in the Netherlands.
Shoemaker will never be live according to Floor, to demanding live even for the goddess herself.
YESSSS, you are so right..Nightwish is so much more 🤗
That’s crazy that she’s been that unknown until recently. How does a voice like that go unnoticed?!
@@js0988 oh, i hear Floor, in her channel, she said, she do it.❤❤❤
@@TankTheTech in Europe Nightwish is a huge metal band. In the US I understand not so much yet?
A good one with Troy is "I Want My Tears Back" from Tampere. If you want to see Floor do something unexpected, do "Yours Is An Empty Hope" and pay close attention when they sing the title. You won't regret it at all.
Totally agree!
☝️this.....yes .... fucking yes
I'd go for the 2019 show in Buenos Aires myself. The crowd there were insane.
I also totally agree!
Yes please
I want my tears back live at wacken. If you want to see Troy.
Oh it's happening soon.
@@TankTheTech Actually for "I want my tears back" the best live version is from the Decades - Live In Buenos Aires 2019 show. The audience and band all go nuts ;p ruclips.net/video/TBOdgxjb0kM/видео.html this one :)
The one is Buenos Aires 2019 is even better!
Didn't believe it could happen, that any of the songs from their benchmark show at Wacken 2013 could be done better. But, yeah, I WANT MY TEARS BACK live from Buenos Aires 2018 did it !!!
2013 was Floor's first year with Nightwish. I think the Live album Showtime, Storytime is the first release with her. Wembley 2015 and Decades are much better only because the band harmonizes even better.
Emppu does not get enough love his guitar tone is consistently fucking killer and he serves the song perfectly every time...tuomas and floor get so much love(and rightly so) but the whole band are fucking monsters in their own right..!!
One of the youtubers who knows what is saying when is reacting to music!
Btw, every nightwish fan: "ofc, go back, I don't mind"
If you want to see Troy playing and Marko singing try "the islander" live at Tampere
This.
Or While Your lips are still red from Wembley concert.
That performance was so epic!
Tank, I'm back in April 2023 to rewatch some of your NW reactions and love your huge heart, dude. Thanks for sharing yourself with us. 🫶🏼🙏🏽
"Nightwish when listening to, head bang you must" Yoda.
Hahahahaha
@2727rogers Stole my line you did.
That's kind of Emppu's thing. I don't really know any other guitarist that is so good at giving the song exactly what is needed and not more. His playing back in the day usually was way more technical but he's said that as he got older he didn't feel that need to show off anymore, so yeah. And btw, even back then he was a master at doing just that - giving the song exactly what was needed and not a tad more. You probably know this by now though! Nightwish is probably my favourite band. Their masterful compositions, their world view, everything. There is no other band that makes me feel all the feelings I do while listening to them really. Gonna enjoy all these reaction vids of them you've put out. 😄
Welcome to the magical journey of Nightwish bro. It's like reliving childhood honestly.
*Pop Divas everywhere:* Only *I* can hit The Note.
*Floor, singing Romanticide:* Hold my beer -- I've got a chromatic slide banshee wail to get to.
And Tank -- if you think Marco sounds good, check out Devil and the Deep Dark Ocean from Buenos Aires, 2018 -- Marco is _Excellent_ in that performance.
And for Troy: I would get to I Want My Tears Back or Nemo, both from Wacken 2013.
lol... true!! so true!!
Hold my beer is fucking correct! Lmao
...in harmony...with a guy
I loved Marco's solo bit singing the Islander too.
Hahahahahaha. More like “Hold my Mjölnir, if you can”. Unreal vocals!
For the ultimate Troy flute and bagpipe experience go for "Last of the wilds", Wacken 2013. Instrumental piece bang on the middle of the concert to give Floor a few minutes to break and change. If you want to also hear him sing, "the carpenter" from Buenos Aires 2018.
Excellent! Thank you!
I think 7 days to the wolves is a good showcase for troy, too. But not with flute or pipes but with this Guitar Thing he does in that. I've rarely heard a guitar sound like that. Maybe someone knows the technical term for what he is doing there.
@@chriscross2473 i love 7 days to the wolves, so no objection there either!
@@chriscross2473 Not sure about at Wacken. He occaisionally uses an EBow for guitar. When they did the song at Wembley in 2015 he was actually playing a very nice bouzouki. I had not heard one before that.
@@lonelywind3511 You are a 100 % korrekt. I was thinking of the wembley version. Yeah, I think EBow is it. Sounds AmAZing
You want more Marco/Floor plus an awesome drum beat...Ever Dream
The two songs to start with Troy should definitely be 'I Want My Tears Back' live at Wacken, 'My Walden' live at Tampere or Wembly (both shows are equally great with this song).
Or Greatest Show, but it's a bit early for that maybe
@@DC88_ Yes, that is an excellent one. But yeah, it's a bit early in the journey for that one.
The Islander at Tampere perhaps
@@DC88_ True, but Troy is only there for a fraction of the song.
Which is why I think the best two songs to introduce Troy are the two I mentioned above. Of course, that is just my personal thoughts on it.
Not Wacken, Buenos AIres 2018, pure Fun !
You want to see Troy. Not sure if you're ready for their 20-plus minutes masterpiece, but you may check out Weak Fantasy live at Tampere. He did nasty solo with Marco there on bouzouki. Emppu's fave solo is from Ever Dream. Haha so there you go my two recommendations to you.
troy is also a little in the islander at the live tampere show
Yes! Thank you!
@@TankTheTech Maybe some do a reaction with pops? 😁 Go Hawks!
for Troy 'i want my tears back' 🤘
about empu solos.... i d say last ride of the day ... and the amazing cover of pink floyd's high hopes
Can’t tell you how awesome it is to see you fall in love with Nightwish’s music. I agree that Tuomas is the Mozart of metal.
Ghost River is one of my favorites for just rocking out
I'm 66 and a retired musician. I found Nightwish a couple yrs ago. I absolutely love this band. My favorite of all time. Their fan base have as many old guys/girls as young ones (according to the band). Tell your dad he's not alone.
Oh no ! Don’t ever apologize in going back to listen or hear again! We get to hear it again no problem. You will get better at the pausing, but when you join the Nightwish Army no real rules except no talking over music ( woo and ahhhs, wow, ok). Every song is a journey and march thru epic emotional and wonderful sounds and sights. Warning for your Dad and you your not going down a rabbit hole but a worm hole! Do stick with live also their videos are great but they take it to the next level live! Good luck on your journey!🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘
Great reaction! The enthusiasm you bring to the table is so joyous to watch! As many more have mentioned - a safe bet is to keep doing the Wacken 2013 concert. I also recommend "Seven Days to the Wolves" from their Wembley 2016 performance. If you want to see more flexing by Empu and Marco I would recommend Nightwish cover of Pink Floyd's High Hopes (From the "End of an Era" DVD). Back then they still had their original singer Tarja, but she is not present in that song and Marco is singing lead.
Thanks a John! Much appreciated!
Youre having HIM in the background on the intro talk! Niiice!
So fun watching you react to hearing Marco for the first time, then watching your reaction to "The Islander" barely two months later. Such a fun journey so far.
The best background music ❤️
Nightwish reaction and HIM as a background music..! I like you, Mr.
Loved HIM playing in the background at the beginning of the video :)
Love the enthusiasm! Thanks tank! You're only scratching the surface...long way to go yet. They've never released a weak song/ composition. Stick to live versions until you get to the new album...a masterpiece.
True.
This 👆
Thanks! Will definitely be sticking to live, as I feel like this band is one of those that just crushes their studio recordings with their live sound.
Now you understand us. High quality vocals, instrumentals, composition. Each song - different from all others. It's insanely magic.
From all Nightwish reactions I've watched (and I'm an addict), yours are simply the most fun! Love the edits and the humor, it's not something we'd have seen a thousand times already and I dig it!
Thank you!
Love seeing you fall in love with Nightwish as fast as i did a bunch of years ago. There is sooo much talent in there, it just blows your mind. Glad you got to experience that. Great reaction!
I agree with you, Floor and Marco complement each other superbly!
I read a review from a so-called music reviewer once who wrote that Nightwish is great, if only Marco would keep quiet!
Wondered for a while if the guy had soil in his ears, or between them!
That HIM on background on intro tho' :D luv it
Another great reaction, Tank.
How can any man not fall in love with Floor!! How can any Woman not fall in love with the Valkyrie Floor & the Viking Marco. I can see it.
One of the great things about Nightwish is the variety of songs they have, ranging from really heavy (Weak Fantasy, Ghost River) to folk/ballad (While Your Lips Are Still Red, Islander) to insane epic journeys (Poet and the Pendulum, Greatest Show on Earth). Honestly one of the greatest bands Ive ever heard.
I started listening Nightwish a little over a year ago and I'm still discovering new songs , so get ready for a long ride but I promise you'll love every second of it. I'd recommend "song of myself" and "yours is an empty hope" from this same show. If you're curious about Tarja Turunen singing then check out "over the hills and far away" and "I wish I had an angel".
The smirk on Emppu at 8:54 is like: “Yeah, that just happened.” 🤘😝🤘
For seeing Troy, and also seeing how much fun these guys have, try 'I want my tears back' from Buenos Aires. Emppu does an awesome instrumental duet with Troy and Floor dances virtually all of the way through this one and still manages to maintain her incredible vocals. The crowd are also amazing.
Yeees!! The best!!!
This song is pure energy! Floor's and Marko's duet at the end is insane. Nightwish is so versatile that almost every song sounds "different". 😉
I have to say: I absolutely LOVE watching your Nightwish (and e.g. Jinjer) stuff! Your enthusiasm, floorgasms and all. It kinda also is in line with my state: never listened to them so much, but recently found them anew (my mind images were from the previous times of Tarja - an Absolute Talent, but opera not being my thing - & Anette). And have to say, too: Your father and my mom (almost 80 years :) - and NOT a heavy fan, never) had a bit same kinda reactions: I let her listen to All the works of nature & The greatest show. What she said: "These [pieces of music] are out of this world." A bit controversial, I know - as that´s about all they´re about - this world. But then again.. They are. And I like your pausings - though many, also have a good reason - their music just is so incredible, and has so much to pause to - to hear again, properly, and give a credit. (Okay, I´m - too - all flooring [falling but also put to floor - a total knockdown - with a foorgasm] in there.. the rabbit hole. For good.
Thank you!
Them, Jukka, the drummer, he is a monster. He makes perfectly clear for all the drumms and sticks, he is the master. He does not leave marks in the drums, he punches holes in the space time fabric.
Dude, your enthusiasm is infectious! :-D I actually laughed out loud when you tried (and failed!) to not headbang! Great reaction. Between your good self, and your buddy Chase, I have spent hours watching your reactions. I only discovered Nightwish and Floor just over a month ago and, like you, I'm hooked. I have never been so smitten by any band like this before, and I'm 56, so I've heard a few! 'Tanks' for brightening my day!
Sorry, I couldn't resist......
I can relate to your dad. I am 68 and first heard Nightwish about 4 to 6 months ago on youtube watching reactions to the bands of the 70s I saw in concerts back then. Like your dad, I was blown away by the genius mixture of metal and "symphony" and celtic folk, not to mention the lyrics. With that awesome band and Goddess lead singer, it was like watching the ABBA ladies singing for Metallica on music cowritten by Mozart and Wagner . To me this is the next level of Rock, definitely my favorite band now. I wish they would tour in the southern USA so i could see them live. you're reaction reminded me of my first time hearing them, I enjoyed your reaction.
I Want My Tears Back features Troy.
A good introduction to him.
After that, he gets a full song... In the same Wacken show..."Last of the Wilds". Great instrumental.
Tank really love your enthusiasm about the music of NW and the voice of the Goddess Floor. As you delve deeper into theNW rabbit hole you will notice how diverse each track is and just how big the NW army is. Keep on rocking.
Just Awesome! I knew you would love it!
So you want to see Troy, well, we need to change again on different side of band.
It shall be I WANT MY TEARS BACK! Either this Wacken show or Buenos Aires 2019, both are very very good. 🤘
And huge respect from me, you actually learn everything in one day, including their names !! 🎶 🎸 👍🤘
It's so fun coming back around to this now after you're a bonafide Marco fanboy and seeing your reaction to the first time hearing him.
HIM in the intro 😎 Maybe react to them sometime! Also from Finland, and we also love Hockey here 😉
so glad you gotcher mind blown...keep exploring and enjoying
She's married to Sabaton's drummer. Hannes Van Dahl. Great connection.
Nice touch using HIM and Finntroll as background music. Thumbs up from Finland.
You need to listen to another symphonic metal band called Epica. They do a song called Sancta Terra which features Floor Jansen as a guest vocalist. The vocalist for Epica name is Simone Simon. She is another amazing vocalist. This is I live performance. Simone and Floor are friends and it shows in the chemistry they have on stage.
Omg yes it's so wholesome I just finished watching it
Welcome to the club! I've been a fan since 1997 and let me tell you it does not get boring! Keep watching and you'll see Troy soon enough. One thing I will say in all honesty and with all respect for the past band members, Nightwish was reborn when Floor and Troy both became permanent members. Floor also had her own career going on back in 97' which was also very enjoyable. She had the attention of most of my graduating class with her voice, appearance and stage presence. She's simply amazing and a one of a kind performer but when they joined up together it was an insane moment for me. I've only been fortunate enough to see them live on 4 occasions but each time was like the first! It is going to take you a very long time to catch up on all of the music and the bands history but give it time and you'll get there. I would suggest watching all of the Wacken performances to start. This way you'll get the true feel for Nightwish and also satisfy most of the requests you're getting. Some other honorable mentions are Elan, Endless Forms Most Beautiful, The Poet and the Pendulum (read up on this one first) and The Greatest Show On Earth (save for last). They also released their newest album back in April but I would save that for later. Just a suggestion. Sorry for writing a novel here, just wanted to throw some friendly suggestions. I always love welcoming new Nightwish fans. Thanks again and welcome to the Nightwish world!
I would recommend The Islander Live at Tampere to get a proper feel for Marco's voice. That man can sing!!
I am in the same boat as you and your dad. I am absolutely enthralled with this group. I grew up with Elvis, but never have ever seen or heard anything like NW , I am hypnotized. 74 year old metal head here.
Wow, you go on fast. Good there is so much to go for you.
Haha man your enthusiasm is infectious lol. Like I said last time they do everything. As a point non of them overplay a song. They do what’s needed for the song nothing else. For Troy give ‘iwant my tears back’ from the same show or Buenos Ares
Another good one that features Floor with another PHENOMENAL symphonic metal band Epica is a song called "Sancta Terra". Simone Simons and Floor blend sooo well together and, similar to this song, it's heavy and you won't want to stop jamming out. Check it out!
I loved the way she started with a low growl, caught him up, overtook him, then met him on the way back down, and finished in harmony
"..Doesn't do any more or less than he feels is needed>" Yep, that's Emmpu's thing. Many professional guitar players reacting to Nightwish have noted that. (in awe ;) )
Troy? > ' I Want My Tears Back' (& DO also listen to the '18 Buenos Aires version) & 'Last of The Wilds'. Later, he's featured in ' The Greatest Show On Earth' (Tampere) & in many of the songs on the new album.
Holy shit HIM playing in the intro! Fuck yeah
🤘🤘🤘
You should just go through the wacken 2013 set one at a time....it's like the standard rabbit hole....They slay from the very beginning with Dark Chest of Wonders.....which is the most epic start ever. But that concert is a straight up hour and a half of nonstop floorgasm driven goosebumps.
Great reaction. After hearing that last part with Floor and Marco for the first time, I replayed it at least 8 times. Feel free to rewind...we ALL did
Loved the HIM in the intro background. ❤️
That being said, love the enthusiasm, but in the first half, with the floorgasm effect, it seemed insincere or pandering to the NW army. Personally, I'm more interested in a genuine reaction, be it indifferent, raving or critical. Could be, you're just that high energy... but I'll wait a few more NW reactions to pass final judgment. Props for learning their names!
Honestly, I was pandering a little, because last video I just kept saying “goosebumps” and everyone corrected me. Just wanted them to know I got the point. Haha. Thank you for you feedback!
Great reaction! I've been a fan of this sort of music since I was a kid in the 70's.
I'm near 60 and still loving music that makes you feel alive.
Nightwish is incredible. So tight, so spot on, and one can feel the love the band members have for each other and the Nightwish Army.
Btw, diehard fan of the St Louis Blues here, but that's a sick Blackhawks sweater.
Keep up the great reviews!
They have been known all over the world for so long now. Only now people in the USA are listening. I'm from Florida USA and I've been into Symphonic a long time . EPICA is also one of my favorite. Another band💀🕷💀
Holy Nightwish Batman!! I think we have another convert to the Nightwish army! Welcome to the Nightwish community! Loved your reaction! So much joy and happiness in a world that is in uncertainty!
First time ever i heard some foreigner using HIM as a backround music. and on "i want my tears back" there was old school In Flames. Im blown away about your music taste.
It's crazy. I've heard of a lot of bands nobody would expect, but haven't heard a lot of bands that people expect I would. Haha
@@TankTheTech haha that might be very true, as my first thought was how you know HIM but not Nightwish. But then again even tho i listen a lot metal and all kinds of music, i still find new bands everyday. Btw if you are interested about other Finnish metal bands i can suggest some rather unknown and known bands. Althought i have no idea which one would be unknown for you :d
The Greatest Show On Earth live at Tampere, Finland features Troy, and a whole lotta Nightwish greatness.
"I Want My Tears BACK" is the Perfect song to see Troy! Not many bands can add uilleann pipes( Irish bagpipes) to their repertoire! If you watch the Waken 13' concert you will also see Emmpu's playfulness, as he pulls Foor's battery pack for her in ear monitors out.😆 And she doesn't skip a beat! And can we just acknowledge the drummer Jukka?!?! He is a beast on the drums! The thing about Nightwish is how tight they are. The way their music pieces are put together. If they miss a note it will knock everything off! I am a old school Heavy Rock and Metal fan and they are right up my alley.
That 'Floor's' not 'Door's!
@@marcmorton1439 Sorry! Typos happen.🙄 Happy now?
Ron here from the high desert of southeast Arizona. I know others have already commented on the talent of Tuomas, but had to chime in. I'm 72 yrs old and experienced a lot of great music, and for my money Tuomas is an absolute genius in composition, writing of lyrics, arranging and stage production. During the performance he is a master at the keyboard, but he does so much more behind the scenes. As the founder of the band he is the heart and soul. As a collaborative group they are the tightest and most professional band I've every seen. Also note how much fun they have on stage, especially Emppu, the prankster. It will shock the hell out of me if you find one song you don't enjoy. New subscriber as I will be joining you on your Nightwish adventure. Enjoy the ride. By the way, I grew up in the Midwest a huge fan of the Blackhawks and Red Wings; struggled when they played each other especially in the playoffs. Our two sons, born and raised in southern Arizona, grew up Blackhawks fans from a distance. Still go to Phoenix when they come to play the Coyotes.
That's awesome! And there are some ex-Hawks on the Coyotes still, too!
And yeah, I've done some more Nightwish reactions since this one and they absolutely blow me away. Tuomas isn't highlighted that much live, but it's clear that it's his vision behind a lot of their stuff. I can't wait to listen to this band more and more.
"Not that I didn't like the last one, but this is a whole different sound!" Yeah so about that, I challenge you to find two songs from their entire discography that sound similar; bet!
Also that's actually really awesome, it's only your second song and you already got your dad into it xD good stuff. And lol, ten of these in a row eh? This show, Wacken 2013, has 15 songs...might be providence right there, just go right down the list man!
So about Emppu, the lead guitarist. Yeah his solos are great, and it's because he always just plays the actual written part, doesn't embellish or go off on random crazy tangents. He knows we're here for a specific sound or melody, and he delivers that exact progression of notes every single time. I always hated that, going to shows for other bands and when my favorite song came up they changed it so much it was a different song. Never ever have that problem with Nightwish!
Hmm, a good song showcasing Troy, eh? That'd be I Want My Tears Back at this Wacken concert.
LOL We ARE the Nightwish Army! So many different songs with totally different sounds, but all unmistakably Nightwish. I saw then in a small show, maybe 500 people, no pyro, just a few lights and the back screen. I wasn't dissappointed ! Emotional and incredible!
Welcome to the Army 🤘🤘
Oh, I caught that HIM song playing in your intro. Haha awesome.
lyrics
God love and rest my soul
With this sundown never ending
The feel is gone yet you ain't gonna see me fail
I am the decadence of your world
I am an eider covered in oil
Happy hunting, you double-faced carnivore
Tell me why
No heart to cry
Hang me high
The music is dead, the amen is said
The kiss of faith is what I beg
A loving heart 'n soul for sale
Tell me why
Leave me be
And cease to tell me how to feel
To grieve, to shield myself from evil
Leave me be
Ode of lies is killing me
Romanticize
Till love do me part
See me ruined by my own creations
Leave me be
Dead Boy's alive but without sense
I need a near-death experience
Heart once bold
Now turned to stone
Perfection my messenger from hell
Wine turns to water
Campfires freeze, love letters burn
Romance is lost
Lord, let me be wrong in this pain
Temporary pain, eternal shame
To take part in this devil's chess game
Spit on me, let go, get rid of me
And try to survive your stupidity
Omg Empuu vibes it. That’s a great comment. So perfect
Troy and his flutey things!!!!! LMFAO. Troy FLUTE AND BAGPIPES in The Greatest Show on Earth. Plus some kick ass pyro too lol. Subbed Sir
you mean Uillean pipes not bagpipes? ;P
Uilleann pipes, not bagpipes.
Ty for the correction, I've been told both by multiple people.
Yeah bagpipe requires the bag and looks a bit different :) also uillean pipes are more versatile instrument
@@rednutz9161 The major difference is you blow into bagpipes.
You get it. You're gonna have a massive following by the end of this. You've got the Army all here and your vibes are just as over-the-top as ours, when we listen to them.
Shout out to your Dad !!! Country (saw his T-shirts) has some great ones like "The Highwaymen" 💕😍👍
yep i second that
Troy is in the greatest show on earth. Shudder the beautiful and chest of wonders
If you like Nightwish try - EPICA - Consign To Oblivion - Live at the Zenith
Your reaction and enthusiasm for the energy in this song LITERALLY made me feel as if I were watching this for the first time and this is my third time. I wish I were there. This song ROCKS.
Hi Tank. I would recommend the demonic growls of Floor on "Yours is an empty hope" live at Wembley arena 2015, but I'm afraid your head might fall off.
Glad to see another fans experience with NightWish! GO HAWKS!!
Song of myself and ghost river from Wacken. Also yours is an empty hope from wembly. Floor growls!!!!!!
I forgot how bombastic this song is. I haven’t listened to it in a while. It’s one of my favorites. Wow indeed
Dam I've been a fan since 2009 Night Wish was my number one Symphonic Metal band of all time
Tank, I don't think any other band on that stage ,that night, could have had success. That crowd was fully invested in Nightwish
One of Emppu's best guitar solos is in "High Hopes" (Helsinki 2005). It's a Pink Floyd cover more powerfull than the original. Many PF fans say it's better than the original.
Marko is at his best on vocals!, Jukka on drums! and Tuomas creates an eerie, haunting atmosphere with his keys, and the reaction of the audience tells it all. Great performance.
Vielen Dank an meinen freund. Ja, you will find all their songs are bangers like this. Like your Vater this became my favorite group after hearing them. Keep them coming and we will be here.
Please listen to “ song of myself”, same gig!!!! That will blow your socks of!!!🤣🤣🤣🤘🏻
Such a wonderful reaction of you. Nightwish are the best!!!
I think they’re this generation’s Rush, Yes, or Floyd. Take your pick.
Sad they’re so unknown here in the States. I love that reaction channels are starting to change that.
Love how you are reacting exactly like I am, listening to these performances for the first time - they are absolutely incredible here - that scream is just unreal.
Thanks for your honesty and emotion - really appreciate the reaction! (And the whole Nightwish series, which I'm just working through now - Wow!)