@@Jota666 Floor solo stuff I guess. She has some great performances online. About your Tarja statement....well what can I say...more people attend NW gigs than ever ;)
@@kukol123 Obviously, it is now extremely easy to access concerts HAHAHA, but I repeat, there is no important album or song since Tarja left the band, Nightwish is Tarja, it hurts whoever it hurts
@@Jota666 You can have your opinion about the importance and all that but it is simply not for you to decide what is important and what is not. It is up to the fans and the number of fans is growing not decreasing. Tarja was and still is a great singer but Nightwish is still out there without her.
@@Jota666 These songs do not belong to Tarja. According to your definition she only covered the songs that Tuomas has composed. Let's not be silly and give the credit to the singers who do their part to make the song sound. No matter former or recent.
Floor has been through a lot in a little over a year, breast cancer and surviving it, first solo record, pregnancy and today the first gig after giving birth. I was at a Nightwish gig in the middle of June in Kitee Nightwish's hometown when Floor was very pregnant, the next day she was taken to the hospital after the gig, luckily it was just exhaustion.
The craziness of this band is when you think you love them tons they do something else that makes you love them even more. Floor is my favorite singer ever and her personality really is just amazing as her talent.
I am really enjoying your journey with Nightwish. It's great to see someone new to them be so totally into their music. You asked about Marko. Marko Hietala is a beloved figure in Finnish metal. He was one of the first to introduce the genre in that country and has continued to be very active for his entire career. If you wish to see him taking the lead in Nightwish, check out "The Islander" live at Tampere, "High Hopes" (magnificent) from the End of an Era concert, "Kiss While your Lips are Still Red" from Wembley and the superb lyric video that was his last song with Nightwish "Endlessness." In addition, Marko has his own band - "Tarot" and you should check out "Tides" live. He has performed as part of the supergroup "Northern Kings". He recorded his own album "Pyre of the Black Heart" in both Finnish and English and was just recently a guest artist on the group "Exit Eden's" song "Run." Yes, I am a dedicated Marko fan.
Thank you for your reaction! You can't go wrong with any Nightwish song ❤🔥 Another song/band you could react to is "Christmas Truce" by Sabaton, as it's this time of the year ❄ I think you'll enjoy it!
I recommend the documentary-style videos about Floor, as well as the “day-in-the-life” videos Floor has on her RUclips channel, to see just how down-to-earth she is.
Jukka, in my opinion is one of if not the most underrated drummers in the metal genre. Since my first Nightwish experience I found him and his style phenomenal. I would in my opinion place him among the most talented and best drummers in the world
It's been suggested by others, but Christmas Truce by Sabaton will interest you. It's a brilliant song based on historical events (like most Sabaton songs. They have an excellent history channel too). Floor's husband is the drummer, and Floor sings the outro.
I have often said that Floor's voice touches your soul, some times the tears may flow for no other reason than her voice resonating inside your soul. Glad to see you continuing your Nightwish journey. New subscriber after your Phantom review with Tarja. Keep learning about the band. There are a few videos out there to fill you. Might be useful info when you get to some of the heavy hitting songs. It would be helpful to see what happened to some of the band members along the way. Follow Gabriel Bardacs recommendations (probably in your first reaction comments) and brief history. Keep up the good work.
Just came from a solo concert of Floor at the AFAS live ( Amsterdam) for me just the best singer in the world , with the support act from Anneke van Giersbergen and the duet with her sister Irene an evening not to forget , couple of hours pure joy , hope you continue your Nightwish journey and my suggestion is to watch the Beste zangers show 2019 , lots of great music
There is something special about Jukka's performance on drums. He's just fun to watch, in a way that few other drummers can match. I get a little of that from Paulina from The Warning, a 3 piece hard rock band of sisters from Mexico that you need to check out one of these days.
When it comes to Finnish metal, Marko can be considered as one of the pioneers. Since the early 80's he's been singing and playing. Marko released his first solo album in 2019 called Mustan Sydämen Rovio which he later translated in English; Pyre of the Black Heart. The Voice of My Father is a song people usually react to first. Now that Christmas is closing in I'd like to recommend that you check out our beloved Christmas tour Raskasta Joulua (Heavy Christmas). It's a popular annual Christmas song tour where Finnish and some foreign metal artists tour around the country singing traditional Christmas songs with a metal twist. It started in 2004 and Marko has been involved since the beginning. Floor has also taken part for many years now. A couple of songs I would suggest for you to check are Marko's and Floor's duet of Ave Maria ruclips.net/video/AqsnIzOd8AM/видео.html And Floor O Holy Night but in Finnish. And pregnant. ruclips.net/video/ym1Wc5dmUYc/видео.html Thanks for your reactions, really liking them!
_"My song can but borrow your grace"_ Lovely lyrics in this one! I'd recommend that you check out the lyrics for just about any Nightwish song. I'd rank Tuomas' lyrics very high, the man's a true poet! I mentioned in your previous Nightwish reaction that Tarja was a bit of a acquired taste for me; it took me a little time before I truly appreciated her style. When it comes to "Ever Dream", it was kind of the other way around - it's one of my favourite songs from the olden days, and I associated it so strongly with Tarja that it sounded "off" when I first heard Floor's version. Floor's version's got a different vibe than the original one, but after hearing it a few times more something just "clicked". I really love this version now, and its different energy complements the original rather than "replaces" it. I didn't expect yet another Nightwish reaction this soon! Neat, glad that you're enjoying the band!
There are several songs where it is only Marko who sings, but the song i feel will fill all your needs is "High Hopes" the Nightwish tribute to Pink Floyd. You'll love that song, no doubt about it from me, and ty for more Nightwish reactions :D
Stacy, Floor has not left Nightwish. She has started a solo career besides NW. That is different. In 2024 their new album comes out from NW. She has done in 2022 a solo concert here in Amsterdam and she sang songs from her first band After Forever (she started at the age of 16, from her own band Revamp when she was in her twenties and joined Nightwish in 2012, starting in Seattle, That is a very nice story how this happened. Ever since she was very regular seen in the US (even this year) and tonight on the 8th. she starts again her solo appearance after giving birth from her second girl almost two months ago. BTW, listening to all Floor's songs it cost you about one year if you do one single a day. She has had many side projects because it seems that everybody wants to do something with her. When Floor is involved, it is a hit! Greetings from The Netherlands.
Great reaction. Nightwish gets better and better. The whole band is so Nice they feel like family after a while. Keep up the good work. Cheers from a finn in Sweden.❤❤❤
Thank you for your reaction, and Floor and Nightwish will continue to amaze. I have discovered them and her 4 years ago, still amazed, and need my daily fix.
Marko is featured in a fairly new video from Exit Eden called Run! It is great. He also sings in several Nightwish songs, The Islander, While Your Lips are Still Red and Nightwish’s tribute to Pink Floyd’s High Hopes.🤘🎸
I think it is time for "The Islander" live in Tampere. That is an epic song and it does feature a lot of Marco. Also since leaving Nightwish he has put out the single "The Voice of My Father" in Finnish and in English. It is worth a listen too. He is really good, he infact won a season of the "Masked Singer" here in Finland.
Starting to fall in love with the band a bit are we? Welcome to the army Stacey. Nightwish seems to speak to your soul, and you can't explain how or why, you just have to roll with it. This song is about longing for love and it hits hard. Maybe you should listen to a song that's about trying to get free from a toxic love. This one is a bit more metal. Romanticide! ruclips.net/video/zz_7OCCQlXs/видео.html
I suggest you try "storytime", "ghost love score", "romanticide", "wish i had an angel", "ghost river", "amaranth", " son of myself", "dark chest of wonders" live from wacken 13 too And also "want my tears back" and "dead boys poem" live from buenos aires "The poet and the pendulum" and "your is an empty hope" live from wembley "The greatest show on earth" live from tampere
Hello again StaceyRPG. Breathtaking performance indeed. Every song in this legendary concert is terrific. Floor is perfect for this band and this was her first big European festival with Nightwish, while she was not yet an official member. It is one of many amazing live Nightwish concert performances such as Wembley 2015, Tampere 2015, Masters of Rock 2016, Buenos Aires 2018, Hellfest 2022 and Deichbrand 2022. But since you are checking out Wacken 2013, here is a link to every song in that show. Enjoy. ruclips.net/p/PLexzLA11Cst1G4E0D61rAnWvnDF4zIz8M
Hi Stacey, question / remark: If you like Floor (Nightwish) and Simone (Epica) Than I have something for you ! Check Ayreon !!! Begin with: Ayreon - The Day That The World Breaks Down - The Source (2017) song / composition 13min (sort) with 11 main singers also Floor and Simone ! After that Check Ayreon - Everybody Dies (Ayreon Universe) LIVE also with Floor ! I'm very, very, very sure you will like and love it ! And there much form Ayreon. It's Prog/ metal / rock of the highest level. all songs are a story line. So when you dive in not the order of the song ! If you want to see and hear the composer / creator, Arjen Anthony Lucassen then check the song: Ayreon - Garden of Emotions (Electric Castle Live And Other Tales) LIVE ! The first singer is Arjen ! If you want to see Marko (from Nightwish) Check Ayreon River of time (Universe). You Will LOVE it and want to see more and more......and more ! THIS NEW FOR YOU !!!
For an actual soft song recommend Dead Boys Poem, Nemo, Sleeping Sun, Elan, among many others. Also acoustic version of Hows the Heart at Planet Rock with Troy on guitar..also Marco on lead at Wembley on Kiss While Your Lips are Still Red and Marco leads on The Islander at Tampiere
Marko Hietala has been singing from the 80's and his long time band before NW is named "Tarot" 🤘 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tarot_(band) - Cheers from the same city Marko and the band is from 🍺
This concert is great. You can’t go wrong with any of the songs. I would however strongly recommend if you are going to do “I want my tears back” you should do Buenos Aires 2019. Floor is called the “Valkyrie Queen”!
That was true at this time but has been replaced by Shoemaker from the Human Nature album. When the band first released the album they didn't think they would be able to pull if off live with it's rapid pitch changes and odd time signatures that Tuomas had written for their storytelling effect. They gave it a go in the first virtual concert in May of 2021 and it was so successful it became a regular part of the setlist for the whole Human Nature tour. I love the lyric video of the song with it's epic visuals to go with the epic song, especially the ending but I also love the live performances from Hellfest and Deichbrand in 2022.
If you want to hear a stand alone song with Marko and Nightwish please checkout The song High Hopes a Pink Floyd tribute. Also there is a Third back up singer called Troy who is a multi instrumentalist and a great song to check both Troy and Floor only singing How's the heart Acoustic version and Nemo Acoustic version the Raw power of Floor is exposed there. Thank you
If you want to be melted by Floor, watch the Buenos Aires 2018 performance of Dead Boy's Poem... You also get to see Jukkas friend Kaitsu who took over the drums when Jukka had to give up. He's as good ... See Devil and the Deep Dark Ocean in the Buenos Aires show to see him and see Floor and Marco together in call and answer in one of my top 5 NW songs.
@StacyRPG: My comment is about Jukka, and why he dropped performing. Sadly, after the 2012/2013 tour, Jukka ended up stepping down because of chronic insomnia. Essentially, the human brain has a neurochemical "fight or flight" system that uses cortisol and adrenaline as protective measures in unknown or unfamiliar places. It can also interfere with sleep cycles, particularly REM sleep. With Jukka, I once explained how his brain basically couldn't "shut off" so he could sleep, because his "fight or flight" system wouldn't allow him to. This was due to all the unknown places Nightwish's previous tours took him and the band to. The problem is, he was only getting 2 to 4 hours of sleep a night. It was similar to running an engine at redline RPM, before the engine overheats and catastrophically fails. And Jukka mentally did this for over 3 years. Thus, he stepped down because he was afraid he was going to hurt himself physically. So, he got his good friend and mentor Kai Hahto to step in for him. Since Jukka officially stepped down, he has been involved with the business side, and is doing much better. However, he still misses the kit. And what most people don't know is, I read an interview from France where it was Tuomas, the keyboardist, being interviewed, and there has been talk of Jukka trying to get back into playing. In at least 3 different shows in Europe (smaller shows), Jukka did actually get back on the kit and play, notably playing Last Ride of the Day, which has been said is his favorite song to play. The band has been talking to him and making sure he can handle the stress from playing, medically. Even so, from what Tuomas said, Jukka was like a kid on a rollercoaster, and he wants to play again. And you're absolutely right: Jukka is an amazing drummer. He is my personal favorite drummer to watch, despite other drummers perhaps being faster or more technical, such as Kai Hahto or Scott Buchanan (drummer for Unleash the Archers). By the way, Nightwish was once compared to fantasy or RPG characters: 1) Floor: Valkyrie 2) Marko: Viking Warrior 3) Troy: Bard 4) Emppu: Imp 5) Tuomas: Carnival Ringmaster 6) Jukka: Pirate This is why I have the following hashtag: #IMissThePirate Edit: If you want to see Nightwish playing to the crowd, watch I Want My Tears Back from Wacken 2013. As for the venue, Wacken 2013 is an open-air, four-day festival. And in 2013, Nightwish was the final band on the final day, having headlined the festival. And this concert is what people got: 90 minutes of sheer, utter, pure perfection, from not just Floor and the band, but Wacken 2013 is considered by many to be one of the best concerts ever recorded.
Love your reactions so far !! If you want to hear marco and floor together, with nightwish's third singer added also, react to nighwish i want my tears back from buenos aires 2019. It has to be the most fun performance from nightwish :) Or, for the christmas spirit, marco and floor doing ave maria together ;)
Great reaction Stacey! Nightwish is so much fun. Definitely check Nightwish - High Hopes (End Of An Era) where Marko takes a lead role. It's a Pink Floyd song and the Nightwish guys have said that it's not a cover, it's a tribute.
Floor's man plays drums in Sabaton. worth listening to! Swedish group dealing with the history of war. I love this song called - A Lifetime In War. live in Gothenburg. subtitles on
Wow, you got it ❤ Yes, Floor is a Goddess. 😇 To be precise. The Valkyrie Goddess of Metal and Empathy. ❤ Jukka aka the Pirate is a beast behind the drums 😊. Hail Nightwish
So happy you've discovered Nightwish, and such a pleasure to hear you appreciate almost every part of the band :-) Please, please, please just keep going down Gabriels list. Don't jump around. Don't listen to people who say you should do whatever else next. Follow. His. List. The list will introduce you to various aspects of Nightwish in a controlled manner, and using the best performances available for each song. Do yourself a favor, follow the list. Learn from the people who came before you.
6:37 Jukka "the drumer" is in the hous!!!! 6:45 Jukka starts the engine(double bass drum) and floor is unstoppable the light show goes on... i love the drums.. nice greeting from Nightwish Army Germany
If you like Marco and Floor together, you just have to react to "7 Days To The Wolves" at Wembley. And yes, Marco has sung in other bands plus he has his own fairly recent solo album out. He quit music for a year or so due to personal reasons, but is back with solo concerts and guest appearances like he has always done.
11:05 Couldn't agree more! This generation seems more interested in recording a show, posting it and bragging about how they were there (but were you really?) than living in the moment and just enjoying the experience. It's a perfect time of year for a reaction to Sabaton - Christmas Truce. And FYI, the drummer of Sabaton is Floor's husband and she sings the outro of the song while the credits are rolling.
Good reaction. Did see Floor live yesterday. Amazing performance. She is great live and was very happy to be back. Thanks for this reaction. Subscribed.
Epicness right there on that stage. 2 years ago I'd not heard of Nightwish or Floor and then I did and I've been hooked eversince. Thank you for a great reaction to this phenomenal band. What a wonderful Nightwish journey you have to look forward to. 🙏😊👍❤️
Loving your reactions to NW! Floor is a goddess! And the band is just the best! Hope you get to some more of the songs soon! And I'd still like to watch you react to some Ayreon Live! Most people start with Everybody Dies. But all the songs in that concert are amazing!
@@noneofyerbeeswax8194Just a lot of logistical issues with getting there. I was due to see her concert in Bloemendaal last July but she had to cancel it due to exhaustion. Hoping to see the rescheduled show next July, and if she comes to the UK at any point before then, I will definitely be going!
@@bujin1977 Well, logistical issues is not the worst that could've happened. Still sucks. They're probably doing something special, Irene and Anneke are there too. We'll soon find out.
@@noneofyerbeeswax8194Yeah, absolutely. Could have much worse reasons for not going. I *will* get to see her live show sometime in the next year! Would have been good to see the three of them this evening though. Just have to look out for the fan videos on yoututbe over the next few days!
Yes sadly Marko left Nightwish but you can still hear him on their latest album now he has been focusing to his solo work and multiple other projects maybe now for the holiday season I should mention the annual Finnish heavy Christmas tour with Marko and other super talented Finnish singers also Floor has visited in this project few years ago..
Since I discovered it, "High Hopes" (live) is one of my favorite songs for many reasons. Not only is it a Pink Floyd tribute, Markos performance is incredible and Jakko, the drummer, just drums himself into ecstasy, the guitar solo by Emppu is true Pink Floyd guitar solo... and Floor is getting a well deserved break ;)
The thing about Nightwish and/or Floor is that they are one of the few bands/singers that actually sound better live than on studio recordings. And if you think all those YT videos will prepare you for a real live experience ....nope. I was at AFAS Amsterdam, NL yesterday for Floor's first solo show after the birth of Floor's daughter Lucy (and Floor's first show after collapsing from exhaustion after the second Nightwish show in Finland) Floor was absolutely "on fire", and her voice is better than before (I think this might have to do with the fact that she sang almost flawlessly every song while she was heavily pregnant, even the ones where she needed a lot of breath and technique, although the spot was taken by Lucy) I am still on a high
Hey Stacey, great reaction and i´m glad you found Nightwish and Floor Jansen. With that in mind she also appears with other artists in some truly amazing duets. I hope you will listen to Epica - Sancta Terra (feat Floor Jansen) Live Retrospect show cause that is to me personally the metal duet of our lifetimes. So much power...
You really do have thoughtful and open reviews. I like that you’re taking time to sample more than a single example of a band! Honestly didn’t think another reaction channel could be unique, but you are. Well done!
To get to know Floor better as a person there are lots of interviews to find on RUclips. Also on her channel Floor uploaded many personal videos during the lockdown period which are certainly very interesting to watch.
Welcome to the deep rabbit hole! Your reaction is wonderful and plausible. It's great that you jumped on the bandwagon. You won't regret it. :-) My tips are "While Your Lips Are Still Red" (Live at Wembley Arena) and "Dead Boy's Poem" (Live in Buenos Aires). Great singing from Marco und Dead Boy's Poem ... well get a handkerchief ready.
Thank you for another great reaction to Nightwish. I noticed in your bio you said that you want to explore new music. There's a young lady by the name of Diana (Dee aah na) Ankudinova (Ann coo DEE nova) who has one of the most unique voices in the world. If you're interested, I would start with her copy of wicked game. She was 15 at this time. I also want to thank you for doing your reaction to Led Zeppelin, probably the greatest rock band in history.
Nightwish is the best at symphonic metal, has been for many years. Also check out Within Temptation the Black Symphony concert it was filmed at the Rotterdam hall with the orchestra backing them up.
As a side note, if you choose a video by Nightwish always pick the Wacken version if possible. Most times it's the best-looking and sounding version. Not sure what was in the air that night, but all these years later it's still magic.
During the pandemic, Floor started a YT channel, to keep in touch with the fans during lockdown. She made home videos of covers, started her Storytime series, where she interviewed musical friends, showed us how she was spending her days, her horses, her dog, she land, and her husband(Sabaton drummer, Hannes Van Dahl)who videoed everything. She is everything a Superstar should be. Humble, open, and delightful. You should check THAT out as well!!
i like your reaction thank you . they are still great and you have to see nightwish doing ,shoemaker , on the hellfest in 2022 and let floor amaze you again and give you chills .it does to me every time and i am 66 😂
After just a couple songs or so, you’re right about so many things! - Nightwish’s sound IS distinct…there’s no mistaking them - symphonic metal IS indeed “chef’s kiss” - Floor IS a goddess, and when she chooses to flex on us mortals it’s…overwhelming!
Marko has an excellent new song with the band Exit Eden (a trio of 3 other fantastic metal female vocalists) called "Run", which is DEFINITELY worth checking out as well. Enjoy your Nightwish journey! You're gonna love it!
In addition to Nightwish, I hope you check Floor's side project called Northward, too. I personally like the "While Love Died" but I guess Floor considers "Storm in a Glass" better because that was the song she performed in her Live in Amsterdam solo concert.
it's actually interesting to watch someone without a musical background see and hear this stuff for the first time, and see what they notice, what they appreciate, what stands out to them even if they don't have the theoretical knowledge. So I'm pleased that you always emphasise the drummer on these Nightwish videos. His choice of beats is always so creative and he manages to take the music to another level of intensity. I feel like we could watch an entire concert that was 90% footage of this drummer and not get bored. Obviously the whole band is amazing and Floor & Marco are the superstars but with a less skilled, less creative drummer (even one who is quite competent) it would not be the same. It does not get pointed out often enough for my liking, so thanks for doing so.
Your cats tail appeared above the screen when Marko was singing as if it was joining in waving from side to side. I lost my beloved cat three weeks ago and I am still gutted. Glad you are enjoying your nightwish journey, you haven't met the sixth member yet, Troy Donnekly from the Uk😊 he brings a whole different sound to them. See you for the next one🇬🇧
I’m so sorry to hear about your fur baby :( yuyu has really been enjoying the music as much as I have! Thank you for sharing! See you on the next one 🫶🏻
Marko + Floor: check out "Romanticide" Marko mostly solo: "The Islander"... there's a version where he starts out by himself with just vocals and guitar unplugged (live at Tempere)
Hi Stacey, Always nice to see someone new discovering Nightwish, MkIII (aka, w/Floor). Since you also like Marco's voice (rightfully so)… well… some thoughts: Pure Floor: Beste Zangers, 2019 (Floor covers assorted tunes in a 'musical appreciation show' - speaking of VERSATILE) Floor Covers: during Covid, she took to doing covers from her home studio - check out Frozen, and Alone, among others. Floor in Nightwish: Elan (live OR video - you can't go wrong), Yours Is An Empty Hope (Floor and Marko. And GROWLS), Alpenglow Marco: The Islander (Floor as backup), Kiss While Your Lips Are Still Red (w/Nightwish), Run (w/Exit Eden) As noted above, I think you'll like Floor and Marco on YIAEH, you've already seen him here, and in Poet and The Pendulum, I think "Yours Is An Empty Hope" will cement your impression of him (and The Islander/Kiss While Your Lips Are Still Red will show you a whole other side). Enjoy the ride!
Well, Jukka at the Drumset was always an Sight and Sound to behold, absolute Agreement on This:) His Follow Up, as He switched from Drums to Management due to Health Issues is his former part Time Drumteacher, and Friend Kai, who dont show up like Jukka emotional, but is same Level if not better as Drummer. But no Bandmember over the past 25 Years comes to my Mind, who werent an absolute Pro, wouldnt have worked out anyway, bcs the Band has an very own Standard that they want to keep:) I could chat on, but i am sure many Things are already written. I watched your Black Sabbaths and even the Mamas and Papas Revs, spared me the Stones and Rammstein Parts( although German, but ...well;D), thx Lady, great Entertainment, your genuie Emotions are an Joy to watch! To the Next NW or Epica or Else symph Metal review, your doing great! STay healthy! NWA Bavaria North, Germany
@@noneofyerbeeswax8194 stay where you are, its also icy over Here;) maybe Vodka and cuddling your Bear coul help. I mean the Vodka for the Bear , ofc:)
@@alexandersteinmetz6857 My bear only drinks Irish whiskey and Portuguese wine (and ze German bier, natürlich🍺). Neither is available here anymore. No idea why.🤔
She’s performing tonight in Amsterdam with her sister ❤️
I cried
You’re got a long way to go with Nightwish even longer with Floor❤️
What a long way? If all Nighwish's relevant albums and songs were with Tarja, Floor only covers those songs, she doesn't have any relevant ones xD
@@Jota666 Floor solo stuff I guess. She has some great performances online. About your Tarja statement....well what can I say...more people attend NW gigs than ever ;)
@@kukol123 Obviously, it is now extremely easy to access concerts HAHAHA, but I repeat, there is no important album or song since Tarja left the band, Nightwish is Tarja, it hurts whoever it hurts
@@Jota666 You can have your opinion about the importance and all that but it is simply not for you to decide what is important and what is not. It is up to the fans and the number of fans is growing not decreasing. Tarja was and still is a great singer but Nightwish is still out there without her.
@@Jota666 These songs do not belong to Tarja. According to your definition she only covered the songs that Tuomas has composed. Let's not be silly and give the credit to the singers who do their part to make the song sound. No matter former or recent.
Floor has an emphatic gift and she shares it with us..she touch the souls of all living beings..❤
If I was religious I would believe Floor is the second coming of the christ
Floor has been through a lot in a little over a year, breast cancer and surviving it, first solo record, pregnancy and today the first gig after giving birth. I was at a Nightwish gig in the middle of June in Kitee Nightwish's hometown when Floor was very pregnant, the next day she was taken to the hospital after the gig, luckily it was just exhaustion.
I was in Kitee to. I drove my campervan from Västerås Sweden and parked at the beautiful church in Kitee. A night to remember.
The German docu could be recomennded
One of their best duos is in "Your's is an empty hope".
And if you prefer to hear Marco take the lead, "The islander" is great.
I concur
Concur. And when Herself comes in as backup vocal? Oh, my…
I concur.
The one when Marko has a chat to the audience before going into the song
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The craziness of this band is when you think you love them tons they do something else that makes you love them even more. Floor is my favorite singer ever and her personality really is just amazing as her talent.
I am really enjoying your journey with Nightwish. It's great to see someone new to them be so totally into their music. You asked about Marko. Marko Hietala is a beloved figure in Finnish metal. He was one of the first to introduce the genre in that country and has continued to be very active for his entire career. If you wish to see him taking the lead in Nightwish, check out "The Islander" live at Tampere, "High Hopes" (magnificent) from the End of an Era concert, "Kiss While your Lips are Still Red" from Wembley and the superb lyric video that was his last song with Nightwish "Endlessness." In addition, Marko has his own band - "Tarot" and you should check out "Tides" live. He has performed as part of the supergroup "Northern Kings". He recorded his own album "Pyre of the Black Heart" in both Finnish and English and was just recently a guest artist on the group "Exit Eden's" song "Run." Yes, I am a dedicated Marko fan.
hey there
@@MegaDog555 Hey Mega!
"Yes, I am a dedicated Marko fan."
No reason NOT to be!
Thank you for your reaction! You can't go wrong with any Nightwish song ❤🔥
Another song/band you could react to is "Christmas Truce" by Sabaton, as it's this time of the year ❄ I think you'll enjoy it!
And Floor's husband plays drums with Sabaton
I recommend the documentary-style videos about Floor, as well as the “day-in-the-life” videos Floor has on her RUclips channel, to see just how down-to-earth she is.
Jukka, in my opinion is one of if not the most underrated drummers in the metal genre. Since my first Nightwish experience I found him and his style phenomenal. I would in my opinion place him among the most talented and best drummers in the world
It's been suggested by others, but Christmas Truce by Sabaton will interest you. It's a brilliant song based on historical events (like most Sabaton songs. They have an excellent history channel too). Floor's husband is the drummer, and Floor sings the outro.
I have often said that Floor's voice touches your soul, some times the tears may flow for no other reason than her voice resonating inside your soul. Glad to see you continuing your Nightwish journey. New subscriber after your Phantom review with Tarja. Keep learning about the band. There are a few videos out there to fill you. Might be useful info when you get to some of the heavy hitting songs. It would be helpful to see what happened to some of the band members along the way. Follow Gabriel Bardacs recommendations (probably in your first reaction comments) and brief history. Keep up the good work.
Saw a reaction from the Wolf Hunters a while back. Suzi said "My soul trembles when she sings". Yeah, it's like that
Just came from a solo concert of Floor at the AFAS live ( Amsterdam) for me just the best singer in the world , with the support act from Anneke van Giersbergen and the duet with her sister Irene an evening not to forget , couple of hours pure joy , hope you continue your Nightwish journey and my suggestion is to watch the Beste zangers show 2019 , lots of great music
There is something special about Jukka's performance on drums. He's just fun to watch, in a way that few other drummers can match. I get a little of that from Paulina from The Warning, a 3 piece hard rock band of sisters from Mexico that you need to check out one of these days.
I only discovered Nightwish and Floor a few years ago. I am obsessed. I am 52 years old and I have never heard a better singer.
I am so glad you love the drummer. So do I! A lot of people don't even mention him. I could spend the whole concert only watching him.🤗
I love it when Floor gets into her vocal upper chest register (another example - that final vocal belt in Ghost Love Score). Its Floorgasmic!!!!
When it comes to Finnish metal, Marko can be considered as one of the pioneers. Since the early 80's he's been singing and playing. Marko released his first solo album in 2019 called Mustan Sydämen Rovio which he later translated in English; Pyre of the Black Heart. The Voice of My Father is a song people usually react to first.
Now that Christmas is closing in I'd like to recommend that you check out our beloved Christmas tour Raskasta Joulua (Heavy Christmas). It's a popular annual Christmas song tour where Finnish and some foreign metal artists tour around the country singing traditional Christmas songs with a metal twist. It started in 2004 and Marko has been involved since the beginning. Floor has also taken part for many years now.
A couple of songs I would suggest for you to check are Marko's and Floor's duet of Ave Maria ruclips.net/video/AqsnIzOd8AM/видео.html
And Floor O Holy Night but in Finnish. And pregnant. ruclips.net/video/ym1Wc5dmUYc/видео.html
Thanks for your reactions, really liking them!
_"My song can but borrow your grace"_ Lovely lyrics in this one! I'd recommend that you check out the lyrics for just about any Nightwish song. I'd rank Tuomas' lyrics very high, the man's a true poet! I mentioned in your previous Nightwish reaction that Tarja was a bit of a acquired taste for me; it took me a little time before I truly appreciated her style. When it comes to "Ever Dream", it was kind of the other way around - it's one of my favourite songs from the olden days, and I associated it so strongly with Tarja that it sounded "off" when I first heard Floor's version. Floor's version's got a different vibe than the original one, but after hearing it a few times more something just "clicked". I really love this version now, and its different energy complements the original rather than "replaces" it.
I didn't expect yet another Nightwish reaction this soon! Neat, glad that you're enjoying the band!
There are several songs where it is only Marko who sings, but the song i feel will fill all your needs is "High Hopes" the Nightwish tribute to Pink Floyd.
You'll love that song, no doubt about it from me, and ty for more Nightwish reactions :D
Stacy, Floor has not left Nightwish. She has started a solo career besides NW. That is different. In 2024 their new album comes out from NW. She has done in 2022 a solo concert here in Amsterdam and she sang songs from her first band After Forever (she started at the age of 16, from her own band Revamp when she was in her twenties and joined Nightwish in 2012, starting in Seattle, That is a very nice story how this happened. Ever since she was very regular seen in the US (even this year) and tonight on the 8th. she starts again her solo appearance after giving birth from her second girl almost two months ago. BTW, listening to all Floor's songs it cost you about one year if you do one single a day. She has had many side projects because it seems that everybody wants to do something with her. When Floor is involved, it is a hit! Greetings from The Netherlands.
She did an amazing solo show yesterday. She also did 2 songs with her sister Irene. Was lucky to be there. She was very happy to be back.
Great reaction. Nightwish gets better and better. The whole band is so Nice they feel like family after a while. Keep up the good work. Cheers from a finn in Sweden.❤❤❤
Thank you for your reaction, and Floor and Nightwish will continue to amaze. I have discovered them and her 4 years ago, still amazed, and need my daily fix.
Marko is featured in a fairly new video from Exit Eden called Run! It is great. He also sings in several Nightwish songs, The Islander, While Your Lips are Still Red and Nightwish’s tribute to Pink Floyd’s High Hopes.🤘🎸
And let's not forget that Marko is old school and has been the lead singer for his band Tarot since 80's.
With his brother Zachary 🤘
I think it is time for "The Islander" live in Tampere. That is an epic song and it does feature a lot of Marco. Also since leaving Nightwish he has put out the single "The Voice of My Father" in Finnish and in English. It is worth a listen too. He is really good, he infact won a season of the "Masked Singer" here in Finland.
Yes. "The Islander " You will not be disappointed, Stacey!
Great stuff Stacey. You still need to check out Floor's solo stuff to hear a softer edge to her style.
Starting to fall in love with the band a bit are we? Welcome to the army Stacey. Nightwish seems to speak to your soul, and you can't explain how or why, you just have to roll with it.
This song is about longing for love and it hits hard. Maybe you should listen to a song that's about trying to get free from a toxic love. This one is a bit more metal. Romanticide!
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Excellent Reaction! I 100% with everything you said!🤘🎸
I suggest you try "storytime", "ghost love score", "romanticide", "wish i had an angel", "ghost river", "amaranth", " son of myself", "dark chest of wonders" live from wacken 13 too
And also "want my tears back" and "dead boys poem" live from buenos aires
"The poet and the pendulum" and "your is an empty hope" live from wembley
"The greatest show on earth" live from tampere
Hello again StaceyRPG. Breathtaking performance indeed. Every song in this legendary concert is terrific. Floor is perfect for this band and this was her first big European festival with Nightwish, while she was not yet an official member. It is one of many amazing live Nightwish concert performances such as Wembley 2015, Tampere 2015, Masters of Rock 2016, Buenos Aires 2018, Hellfest 2022 and Deichbrand 2022. But since you are checking out Wacken 2013, here is a link to every song in that show. Enjoy. ruclips.net/p/PLexzLA11Cst1G4E0D61rAnWvnDF4zIz8M
Hi Stacey, question / remark: If you like Floor (Nightwish) and Simone (Epica) Than I have something for you ! Check Ayreon !!! Begin with: Ayreon - The Day That The World Breaks Down - The Source (2017) song / composition 13min (sort) with 11 main singers also Floor and Simone ! After that Check Ayreon - Everybody Dies (Ayreon Universe) LIVE also with Floor ! I'm very, very, very sure you will like and love it ! And there much form Ayreon. It's Prog/ metal / rock of the highest level. all songs are a story line. So when you dive in not the order of the song ! If you want to see and hear the composer / creator, Arjen Anthony Lucassen then check the song: Ayreon - Garden of Emotions (Electric Castle Live And Other Tales) LIVE ! The first singer is Arjen !
If you want to see Marko (from Nightwish) Check Ayreon River of time (Universe). You Will LOVE it and want to see more and more......and more ! THIS NEW FOR YOU !!!
Jukka aka "The Boss" is sorely missed, Kai (current drummer)is great ,but Jukka brought the passion,energy & enthusiasm in his playing and presence
Kai is a precision machine. Jukka is a dynamo.
Thank you so much for continuing with Nightwish!!! Liked, subscribed and rang the bell!❤😊
For an actual soft song recommend Dead Boys Poem, Nemo, Sleeping Sun, Elan, among many others. Also acoustic version of Hows the Heart at Planet Rock with Troy on guitar..also Marco on lead at Wembley on Kiss While Your Lips are Still Red and Marco leads on The Islander at Tampiere
Love the respect for Jukka - he's an absolute beast and was killing it this concert. Miss that guy!
On stage Floor talks like a pirate and sings like, well she can sing however she wants.
Must not forget the mastermind of NIGHTWISH - Tuomas Holopainen
Marko Hietala has been singing from the 80's and his long time band before NW is named "Tarot" 🤘 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tarot_(band) - Cheers from the same city Marko and the band is from 🍺
Hello cat 😅 Your cat is so cute 😁 Floor is awesome 🤘I went to a nightwish concert last year in Antwerp and they are awesome in live 🤘
This concert is great. You can’t go wrong with any of the songs. I would however strongly recommend if you are going to do “I want my tears back” you should do Buenos Aires 2019. Floor is called the “Valkyrie Queen”!
I didn’t expect to find Nightwish here! Man I’m pumped for this one :)
Floor herself told this song is probably the most challenging song she had to sing.
That was true at this time but has been replaced by Shoemaker from the Human Nature album. When the band first released the album they didn't think they would be able to pull if off live with it's rapid pitch changes and odd time signatures that Tuomas had written for their storytelling effect. They gave it a go in the first virtual concert in May of 2021 and it was so successful it became a regular part of the setlist for the whole Human Nature tour. I love the lyric video of the song with it's epic visuals to go with the epic song, especially the ending but I also love the live performances from Hellfest and Deichbrand in 2022.
@@rnowak85 Music is also very hard to sing. Pan aswell. Toumas realy challanged Floor on the last album 😀
If you want to hear a stand alone song with Marko and Nightwish please checkout The song High Hopes a Pink Floyd tribute. Also there is a Third back up singer called Troy who is a multi instrumentalist and a great song to check both Troy and Floor only singing How's the heart Acoustic version and Nemo Acoustic version the Raw power of Floor is exposed there. Thank you
If you want to be melted by Floor, watch the Buenos Aires 2018 performance of Dead Boy's Poem...
You also get to see Jukkas friend Kaitsu who took over the drums when Jukka had to give up.
He's as good ... See Devil and the Deep Dark Ocean in the Buenos Aires show to see him and see Floor and Marco together in call and answer in one of my top 5 NW songs.
@StacyRPG: My comment is about Jukka, and why he dropped performing.
Sadly, after the 2012/2013 tour, Jukka ended up stepping down because of chronic insomnia. Essentially, the human brain has a neurochemical "fight or flight" system that uses cortisol and adrenaline as protective measures in unknown or unfamiliar places. It can also interfere with sleep cycles, particularly REM sleep.
With Jukka, I once explained how his brain basically couldn't "shut off" so he could sleep, because his "fight or flight" system wouldn't allow him to. This was due to all the unknown places Nightwish's previous tours took him and the band to. The problem is, he was only getting 2 to 4 hours of sleep a night. It was similar to running an engine at redline RPM, before the engine overheats and catastrophically fails. And Jukka mentally did this for over 3 years.
Thus, he stepped down because he was afraid he was going to hurt himself physically. So, he got his good friend and mentor Kai Hahto to step in for him. Since Jukka officially stepped down, he has been involved with the business side, and is doing much better. However, he still misses the kit. And what most people don't know is, I read an interview from France where it was Tuomas, the keyboardist, being interviewed, and there has been talk of Jukka trying to get back into playing. In at least 3 different shows in Europe (smaller shows), Jukka did actually get back on the kit and play, notably playing Last Ride of the Day, which has been said is his favorite song to play. The band has been talking to him and making sure he can handle the stress from playing, medically. Even so, from what Tuomas said, Jukka was like a kid on a rollercoaster, and he wants to play again.
And you're absolutely right: Jukka is an amazing drummer. He is my personal favorite drummer to watch, despite other drummers perhaps being faster or more technical, such as Kai Hahto or Scott Buchanan (drummer for Unleash the Archers).
By the way, Nightwish was once compared to fantasy or RPG characters:
1) Floor: Valkyrie
2) Marko: Viking Warrior
3) Troy: Bard
4) Emppu: Imp
5) Tuomas: Carnival Ringmaster
6) Jukka: Pirate
This is why I have the following hashtag: #IMissThePirate
Edit: If you want to see Nightwish playing to the crowd, watch I Want My Tears Back from Wacken 2013. As for the venue, Wacken 2013 is an open-air, four-day festival. And in 2013, Nightwish was the final band on the final day, having headlined the festival. And this concert is what people got: 90 minutes of sheer, utter, pure perfection, from not just Floor and the band, but Wacken 2013 is considered by many to be one of the best concerts ever recorded.
Love your reactions so far !! If you want to hear marco and floor together, with nightwish's third singer added also, react to nighwish i want my tears back from buenos aires 2019. It has to be the most fun performance from nightwish :) Or, for the christmas spirit, marco and floor doing ave maria together ;)
Great reaction Stacey! Nightwish is so much fun. Definitely check Nightwish - High Hopes (End Of An Era) where Marko takes a lead role. It's a Pink Floyd song and the Nightwish guys have said that it's not a cover, it's a tribute.
Floor's man plays drums in Sabaton. worth listening to! Swedish group dealing with the history of war. I love this song called - A Lifetime In War. live in Gothenburg. subtitles on
I’m with you the drummer is the heart of the instrumentation ; he’s a beast ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Absolutely agree!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥
Dont forget the keyboarder Tuomas! He is the mastermind behind all this phänomenal compositions!
you MUST watch :
- Vilia lied Best Singers 2019,
- Yours is an empty hope Live Wembley arena 2015,
- Shoemaker Live Hellfest 2022!
Wow, you got it ❤ Yes, Floor is a Goddess. 😇
To be precise. The Valkyrie Goddess of Metal and Empathy. ❤
Jukka aka the Pirate is a beast behind the drums 😊.
Hail Nightwish
So happy you've discovered Nightwish, and such a pleasure to hear you appreciate almost every part of the band :-) Please, please, please just keep going down Gabriels list. Don't jump around. Don't listen to people who say you should do whatever else next. Follow. His. List.
The list will introduce you to various aspects of Nightwish in a controlled manner, and using the best performances available for each song.
Do yourself a favor, follow the list. Learn from the people who came before you.
Great reaction, Stacey! I know you will like Storytime and Romanticide from this same concert. Another fact about Floor, she just had a baby.
O you are so gonna love the Nightwish journey! I will be watching knowingly! 👍
The band is and her they are performing a work of art again
Hello Stacey, Nightwish Army Italian Division here. Thank you for another very nice and spontaneous reactions. New subscriber for that. 🤟🤟🤟
6:37 Jukka "the drumer" is in the hous!!!! 6:45 Jukka starts the engine(double bass drum)
and floor is unstoppable the light show goes on...
i love the drums.. nice greeting from Nightwish Army Germany
If you like Marco and Floor together, you just have to react to "7 Days To The Wolves" at Wembley.
And yes, Marco has sung in other bands plus he has his own fairly recent solo album out. He quit music for a year or so due to personal reasons, but is back with solo concerts and guest appearances like he has always done.
11:05 Couldn't agree more! This generation seems more interested in recording a show, posting it and bragging about how they were there (but were you really?) than living in the moment and just enjoying the experience.
It's a perfect time of year for a reaction to Sabaton - Christmas Truce. And FYI, the drummer of Sabaton is Floor's husband and she sings the outro of the song while the credits are rolling.
You really need to watch her react to herself on the Wacken 2013 Ghost Love Score performance. It’s so good.
Good reaction. Did see Floor live yesterday. Amazing performance. She is great live and was very happy to be back. Thanks for this reaction. Subscribed.
Thank you for the support!! Oh wow I’m so jealous you saw her! I bet she’s happy to be back!
Epicness right there on that stage. 2 years ago I'd not heard of Nightwish or Floor and then I did and I've been hooked eversince. Thank you for a great reaction to this phenomenal band. What a wonderful Nightwish journey you have to look forward to. 🙏😊👍❤️
Loving your reactions to NW! Floor is a goddess! And the band is just the best! Hope you get to some more of the songs soon! And I'd still like to watch you react to some Ayreon Live! Most people start with Everybody Dies. But all the songs in that concert are amazing!
Dammit, I should be in Amsterdam this evening for Floor's first concert back after giving birth. I was *so* close to going... 😢
What happened?
@@noneofyerbeeswax8194Just a lot of logistical issues with getting there. I was due to see her concert in Bloemendaal last July but she had to cancel it due to exhaustion. Hoping to see the rescheduled show next July, and if she comes to the UK at any point before then, I will definitely be going!
@@bujin1977 Well, logistical issues is not the worst that could've happened. Still sucks. They're probably doing something special, Irene and Anneke are there too.
We'll soon find out.
@@noneofyerbeeswax8194Yeah, absolutely. Could have much worse reasons for not going. I *will* get to see her live show sometime in the next year! Would have been good to see the three of them this evening though. Just have to look out for the fan videos on yoututbe over the next few days!
Yes sadly Marko left Nightwish but you can still hear him on their latest album now he has been focusing to his solo work and multiple other projects maybe now for the holiday season I should mention the annual Finnish heavy Christmas tour with Marko and other super talented Finnish singers also Floor has visited in this project few years ago..
Hi Stacey. i'm so looking forward to watching your Nightwish & Floor journey oh my the wonder & joy you have coming enjoy.
Dammit! Floor made me cry again.
Since I discovered it, "High Hopes" (live) is one of my favorite songs for many reasons. Not only is it a Pink Floyd tribute, Markos performance is incredible and Jakko, the drummer, just drums himself into ecstasy, the guitar solo by Emppu is true Pink Floyd guitar solo... and Floor is getting a well deserved break ;)
The thing about Nightwish and/or Floor is that they are one of the few bands/singers that actually sound better live than on studio recordings. And if you think all those YT videos will prepare you for a real live experience ....nope.
I was at AFAS Amsterdam, NL yesterday for Floor's first solo show after the birth of Floor's daughter Lucy (and Floor's first show after collapsing from exhaustion after the second Nightwish show in Finland)
Floor was absolutely "on fire", and her voice is better than before (I think this might have to do with the fact that she sang almost flawlessly every song while she was heavily pregnant, even the ones where she needed a lot of breath and technique, although the spot was taken by Lucy)
I am still on a high
Hey Stacey, great reaction and i´m glad you found Nightwish and Floor Jansen. With that in mind she also appears with other artists in some truly amazing duets. I hope you will listen to Epica - Sancta Terra (feat Floor Jansen) Live Retrospect show cause that is to me personally the metal duet of our lifetimes. So much power...
You really do have thoughtful and open reviews. I like that you’re taking time to sample more than a single example of a band!
Honestly didn’t think another reaction channel could be unique, but you are. Well done!
You gotta try "Romanticide" from the same concert
To get to know Floor better as a person there are lots of interviews to find on RUclips. Also on her channel Floor uploaded many personal videos during the lockdown period which are certainly very interesting to watch.
Welcome to the deep rabbit hole! Your reaction is wonderful and plausible. It's great that you jumped on the bandwagon. You won't regret it. :-) My tips are "While Your Lips Are Still Red" (Live at Wembley Arena) and "Dead Boy's Poem" (Live in Buenos Aires). Great singing from Marco und Dead Boy's Poem ... well get a handkerchief ready.
Thank you for another great reaction to Nightwish. I noticed in your bio you said that you want to explore new music. There's a young lady by the name of Diana (Dee aah na) Ankudinova (Ann coo DEE nova) who has one of the most unique voices in the world. If you're interested, I would start with her copy of wicked game. She was 15 at this time. I also want to thank you for doing your reaction to Led Zeppelin, probably the greatest rock band in history.
Floor is such an incredible vocalist, but also an incredible down-to-earth humble person as well! The best imo! 😍🤩
New fan here, i like your reactions!
Thank you so much!!🫶🏻
Floor = the most talented beautiful and powerful woman!!!
Tarja >>>>>> Floor
@@Jota666 now say it without crying...
@@johanregalado69 minority silence
@@Jota666 now say it without crying...
The Nightwish rabbit hole is deep. Be sure to look for Floor’s history before Nightwish as well as her solo work.
Marko, yes he has his own single album, and he is on other artists singles
Nightwish is the best at symphonic metal, has been for many years. Also check out Within Temptation the Black Symphony concert it was filmed at the Rotterdam hall with the orchestra backing them up.
As a side note, if you choose a video by Nightwish always pick the Wacken version if possible. Most times it's the best-looking and sounding version. Not sure what was in the air that night, but all these years later it's still magic.
During the pandemic, Floor started a YT channel, to keep in touch with the fans during lockdown. She made home videos of covers, started her Storytime series, where she interviewed musical friends, showed us how she was spending her days, her horses, her dog, she land, and her husband(Sabaton drummer, Hannes Van Dahl)who videoed everything. She is everything a Superstar should be. Humble, open, and delightful. You should check THAT out as well!!
You'll enjoy the drummer on the song "Nemo" (Wacken open air 2013). Keep an eye on his sticks. What skill! a lotta fun!
i like your reaction thank you . they are still great and you have to see nightwish doing ,shoemaker , on the hellfest in 2022 and let floor amaze you again and give you chills .it does to me every time and i am 66 😂
After just a couple songs or so, you’re right about so many things!
- Nightwish’s sound IS distinct…there’s no mistaking them
- symphonic metal IS indeed “chef’s kiss”
- Floor IS a goddess, and when she chooses to flex on us mortals it’s…overwhelming!
Floors voice just touch your soul ❤
Marko has an excellent new song with the band Exit Eden (a trio of 3 other fantastic metal female vocalists) called "Run", which is DEFINITELY worth checking out as well. Enjoy your Nightwish journey! You're gonna love it!
I’m loving it a lot so far!! I’m so glad Marco is still making music even though he left the band!
Jukka is my favorite drummer! You should watch “Nemo”, from this same concert. Pay attention to Jukka during the song…he does so many stick spins! 🤣
check out High Hopes the cover/tribute by Nightwish Marko is the singer on that its just brilliant
In addition to Nightwish, I hope you check Floor's side project called Northward, too. I personally like the "While Love Died" but I guess Floor considers "Storm in a Glass" better because that was the song she performed in her Live in Amsterdam solo concert.
it's actually interesting to watch someone without a musical background see and hear this stuff for the first time, and see what they notice, what they appreciate, what stands out to them even if they don't have the theoretical knowledge. So I'm pleased that you always emphasise the drummer on these Nightwish videos. His choice of beats is always so creative and he manages to take the music to another level of intensity. I feel like we could watch an entire concert that was 90% footage of this drummer and not get bored. Obviously the whole band is amazing and Floor & Marco are the superstars but with a less skilled, less creative drummer (even one who is quite competent) it would not be the same. It does not get pointed out often enough for my liking, so thanks for doing so.
Vacken the W is a V in German, which is where this concert was recorded... ❤
Your cats tail appeared above the screen when Marko was singing as if it was joining in waving from side to side. I lost my beloved cat three weeks ago and I am still gutted. Glad you are enjoying your nightwish journey, you haven't met the sixth member yet, Troy Donnekly from the Uk😊 he brings a whole different sound to them. See you for the next one🇬🇧
I’m so sorry to hear about your fur baby :( yuyu has really been enjoying the music as much as I have! Thank you for sharing! See you on the next one 🫶🏻
If you love hearing Marco, you should then listen to "High Hopes". He really shines in that song.
Great reaction. Yukka is one of my favourite drummers.
Marko + Floor: check out "Romanticide"
Marko mostly solo: "The Islander"... there's a version where he starts out by himself with just vocals and guitar unplugged (live at Tempere)
Hi Stacey,
Always nice to see someone new discovering Nightwish, MkIII (aka, w/Floor).
Since you also like Marco's voice (rightfully so)… well… some thoughts:
Pure Floor:
Beste Zangers, 2019 (Floor covers assorted tunes in a 'musical appreciation show' - speaking of VERSATILE)
Floor Covers: during Covid, she took to doing covers from her home studio - check out Frozen, and Alone, among others.
Floor in Nightwish:
Elan (live OR video - you can't go wrong), Yours Is An Empty Hope (Floor and Marko. And GROWLS), Alpenglow
Marco:
The Islander (Floor as backup), Kiss While Your Lips Are Still Red (w/Nightwish), Run (w/Exit Eden)
As noted above, I think you'll like Floor and Marco on YIAEH, you've already seen him here, and in Poet and The Pendulum, I think "Yours Is An Empty Hope" will cement your impression of him (and The Islander/Kiss While Your Lips Are Still Red will show you a whole other side).
Enjoy the ride!
Well, Jukka at the Drumset was always an Sight and Sound to behold, absolute Agreement on This:) His Follow Up, as He switched from Drums to Management due to Health Issues is his former part Time Drumteacher, and Friend Kai, who dont show up like Jukka emotional, but is same Level if not better as Drummer. But no Bandmember over the past 25 Years comes to my Mind, who werent an absolute Pro, wouldnt have worked out anyway, bcs the Band has an very own Standard that they want to keep:)
I could chat on, but i am sure many Things are already written. I watched your Black Sabbaths and even the Mamas and Papas Revs, spared me the Stones and Rammstein Parts( although German, but ...well;D), thx Lady, great Entertainment, your genuie Emotions are an Joy to watch!
To the Next NW or Epica or Else symph Metal review, your doing great!
STay healthy!
NWA Bavaria North, Germany
The Rampstein part, lol.
Yeah. It's better if you don't understand the words. Not much though.🤣
@@noneofyerbeeswax8194 nonny! hows the Weather over in USSR? Stay Sarcastic and healthy , Mate:)
@@alexandersteinmetz6857 Cold. My polar bear likes it. I don't.😆
@@noneofyerbeeswax8194 stay where you are, its also icy over Here;) maybe Vodka and cuddling your Bear coul help. I mean the Vodka for the Bear , ofc:)
@@alexandersteinmetz6857 My bear only drinks Irish whiskey and Portuguese wine (and ze German bier, natürlich🍺). Neither is available here anymore. No idea why.🤔