VIKING REACTS | NIGHTWISH - "The Islander" (double reaction)
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- čas přidán 18. 03. 2021
- I said I needed more Marko Hietala and I got it. The Islander was nothing but pure joy and sadness at the same time. Sit back, relax and set sails with us in my reaction to: The Islander by Nightwish.
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NIGHTWISH - The Islander - Live In Tampere
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He wrote the damn thing! All these years (since day one) he has always selflessly supported who ever was singing lead (Tarja, Annette, Floor) checking his ego at the door and serving the music and its needs. Vocally, he could lead any band of any genre but Nightwish were lucky enough to have him as a writting wingman to Tuomas or supporting vocally. He will be sorely missed by Nightwish and by us. Farewell brother Marko...may you find your Walden soon.
Couldn't have said it better myself. The man is simply a LEGEND.
Well..that explains why it fits hi so well :P. What a legend!
as if you read my mind!!!!!!
@@VikingReacts He didn't think the song would work for Tarot so offered it to Tuomas instead. Good move :)
amen brother. 2020 has hit us hard, but I hold onto hope that Marco is taking a sabbatical and will eventually return
Even if Marco lost his voice completely I would still pay for a ticket just to see him and give him my support any day. I hope he returns healthy and strong one day.
You know you are a boss when Floor is your back up vocals
Haha, he sure is a boss anyways!
Yes, i said exactly the same thing before i saw your comment 😀
@@VikingReacts Troy can say that too... ;)
With Floor, there is always the team spirit that counts for her. Still she and Marco did love to whip each other up to be ever more expressive and professional. Sad Marco left...
Marco is level 1000
Viking - I am listening again. I can only hope Marko comes back. . . Troy has brought so much to Nightwish.
Marko front and center in the limelight, but not alone. Even if hidden on a darkened stage they have his back. Damm I love this band/family
Marko singing The Islander on an island in a see of people....magical!
And I love how Floor welcomes him back on the main stage.
It is just such a amazing group of people. They seem the truest of friends from what I can tell :)
@@VikingReacts Floor heeft het regelmatig over "haar broers". Heb je "Floor finds" met Marko gezien? Bijzonder leuk gesprek!
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@@jamesschwarz007 Als dat het gesprek is waar ze het onder andere over ruimtewezens hebben... Ja :)
His comfort level is AMAZING!
For most of this performance...he doesn't even look at the guitar to "play" the notes...he knows exactly where the notes are
Great Reaction! 👊
Edit: Vocals on another level...
And then he just walks back for the next song of the set...
Ev-1.. lol.😎
And that is how you know he is a true master of his craft :)
I think the official video was the first appearance of Troy. He was a session musician for Nightwish for more than five years before he got promoted to official member...
You know when a singer is as good as Marco to have backup vocals from the best female singer on the planet.
What a combo they are together! 😍🤩❤️
God, I'm going to miss Marco.
Really hope he comes back again.
You and me both!
@TheZwok yes, he announced it recently.
@TheZwok Not from the beginning. NW used to have another bassist, Sami Vanska.
I had tickets for a Nightwish show in December 2020 and I was so looking forward to listening to Marcos and Floors perfect dynamic. And now I will never get the opportunity to witness them live 😢
@TheZwok where the heck have you been the last few months?
I love it when we really get to see a glimpse of Marco's cheeky side 😍
May life bring him the ease and serenity that he deserves
Yes, that made me perfectly happy :). I hope so too... I have a sense of what he is going through as I am fighting depression as well but I do feel that for someone like him and the way he is in a spotlight...it must be so much worse. I wish him best!
The non subtitled part goes "If I play the chorus will you sing along? yeah. You sure? YEAH! Ok lets do it"
It's about an old lighthouse keeper reflecting on his life.
This song is actually written by Marko, I think Toumas wrote the lyrics but the music is all Marko.
Amazing reaction...thank you. From this I can only say: Nightwish can change singers and bassist and still be amazing. But as character, Marko can't be replaced.
Same with the drummer. Kai is a technical beast and all, but no one can ever match Jukka's energy and animation.
I have seen some concerts and performances but never have I come across someone like Marko who just grabs me the way he does... Glad you liked the video :)
I had a favorite drummer since the first time I ever saw Santana at Woodstock 1969 perform "Soul sacrifice". Nobody was able to beat that kid for me. Jukka and Kai have pushed him to third place ;)
@@frankjuggaloheathen1035 Well Jukka did ask his teacher to fill in for him.
@@corneliusantonius3108 Yeah, that's why I don't feel very bad about drummer change, cos Kai was already part of "family" :D Thou I'll miss Jukka as well
For something a bit similar: while your lips are still red live at wembley
Great reaction as always❤️❤️
First of all... Welcome back to the comment section ;). Thanks again for the compliment! I will check out While your lips are still red at some point :)
@@VikingReacts Definitely do another two-part reaction of the live version at Wembley and the music video! I really enjoyed that you did it with The Islander
Troy was playing instruments on their recordings before he became an official member of the band. They were like "heck you've done so much and are practically a member so lets make it official".
This makes me certain that replacing Marko will be the most difficult task Nightwish have faced, ever. I am so, so sad he left the band and publicity altogether.
Anette has more poppy voice, she received a lot of hate from a lot of NW fans because she couldn't hit those extreme Tarja's notes. Anette is also a good singer, some songs were just written for Tarja and her vocal range. No surprise that not everyone is able to sing them well.
And that is understandable. I found that Nightwish touches people deeply (as it does me so far). This connection makes people really loyal to the band and that which makes it special to them. They do push their talent to the brink...it is hard to match I guess ;)
There has never been a weak singer in Nightwish they just have different styles. Personally I like Floor the most, she is so versatile.
@@VikingReacts Ghost and The Reaper The Dark Element. Anette being totally lit.
I liked Anette's voice but every live recording I heard of her felt like she was struggling
@@tthompson5707 Her studio albums are both fantastic, but live she just couldn't hit those extreme Tarja notes.
Viking, love your reactions, you are doing great. This band beyond amazing, and I love that they gave this moment to Marko to shine alone, he deserves it. Running joke, Marko has a t shirt reads "Floor is my backing singer." These people are born performers and love each other. Troy was not in the band yet, but was involved. He and Floor officially joined the band together, both teary-eyed according to Floor. Tuomas and Marko asked them together, so what do you say we make this a six piece group, both teared up and said "Yes!"
Wow, read so many things but never this. Thank you!
Awesome story and I love that shirt :P. It shows that ego is not at play here!
@@VikingReacts listen cradle of filth : nymphetamine that song is with Anette
Lord Marco holding down a crowd of 20,000 obedient fans on the stage peninsula. Fabulous!! ❤️❤️❤️🚨🚨 Marco is the heart and soul of Nightwish. I hope he feels better and comes back at the end of his year hiatus.
This song is such a gem. It's like Marko is hugging my heart. So beautiful. Especially the live version.
That is the best way to describe my feeling!!!
Viking, you mimic Finnish language pretty well. I'm impressed. "Marko kuka? Laulatte?"
Kyllä. Juuri näin! 🤘🇫🇮🤘
It may be because I was raised bi-lingual and now speak the better part of 4 and bits and pieces of 3 more :P
Learning Swedish now. I am thinking of adding Finnish later on...
@@VikingReacts Swedish or other Scandinavian languages dont help to learn Finnish, It:s own language group and totally different. BTW I like your content wery much, Sabaton, Nightwish or what ever... I don't cate 👍👍👍
@@VikingReacts Just be warned, trying to figure out Finnish grammar can be a bitch and a half...
Yeah I had to stop the video at "Marko kuka?", just those two words were honestly really impressive. I wouldn't suggest learning Finnish though, learn something more useful :D ...Learning Finnish is basically only useful for shocking Finns ;)
To date, only TWO people can say that Floor Jansen is their backup singer: Marko Hietala, and Troy Doneckley.. Well, make that three: Marko, Troy, and Freya! Who do you think got Floor to cover Let it Go? :D
And that feeling of the old man standing on the dock by the ocean? two words for it: Sea Shanty. But you nailed the whole entire story surrounding this. That's what makes it both sad and beautiful at the same time. And why it sounds different can be explained musically. It's in a different key, with a faster bpm. At Tampere, the beat is slowed down, played in a different but still minor key, and sung acoustically for the first two verses, which makes it more intimate.
As far as Anette goes, She's become more of a hero as of late. She took a break from music to get her nursing degree. She's a RN now, and helping with COVID in Sweden in addition to her musical career.
It makes sense why it sounded different. I noticed the different key and the faster bpm but I am hesitant to mention these things as I am not a vocal coach or a composer and I don't want to come across as trying to mimic such a reactor.
Anette is being a different kind of bad ass in this case. Viking approves :)
Floor and her sister have sung backup on several Areyon projects as well as lead parts). Worth checking out.
Troy has performed with Nightwish since 2007 and joined as a full-member in 2013. Floor is a great backing singer (also to herself on her cover versions). A good introduction to Anette could be some of these: "Bye Bye Beautiful", "Slow, Love, Slow" "Amaranth", "Rest Calm", "The Crow, The Owl and The Dove", "Scaretale",
Thanks for the info! I will check her out a bit more...soon :)
I love your reaction to Marko's voice and guitar playing...He's phenomenal,great, super!! Love,love!!😍❤❤
Thanks Viking for your reaction. I liked that. It's in the air... goosebumps. This song makes me goosebumps every time. Marco is a great singer with amazing voice. When talking about Floor and Marco singing together, background singing or not. When I see those performances, I see them singing together, supporting each other. They sing and play as a band, creating amazing music for us to listen and see. They are just great together, all of them. Let's have more Nightwish, yes?
More Nightwish indeed. I don't see any issues with that :P
Everything else you said: Amen!
Annette actually sounds good on the albums. She really shines in Slow Love Slow snd Rest Calm and Meadows of Heaven. Everyone has their favorite but I like them all for what they each bring. In live performances I like Floor by far.
100000%
Exactly. Each of the three women of Nightwish are great on studio productions. When it comes to live, give me Floor every time.
This seems to be a very general opinion amongst fans so far. I will check out more Anette and Tarja anyways as I do like them both. We'll see ;)
@@VikingReacts Targa’s music video of Nemo is very good!
Anette did play the witch role in live Scaretale quite well. Other than that I'd usually prefer albums versions for Anette as well.
I can't even imagine what Nightwish will be without Marko.
Marko got you in the feelings, eh? Don't worry, he gets me every time too. Also, the song was not only written for Marko, it was written by Marko. One of those few where Tuomas had less influence on.
And to be fair, in the official video apart from Troy, nobody is playing their usual instruments. Emppu doesn't have his EV1, Jukka doesn't have his Tama, Tuomas doesn't have his Korg, and Marko how Warwick.
Yup, he sure does. There is just something about this man that makes me want to sit down with him and discuss nature, life and the cosmos. I was told that he wrote it during the premiere. Makes perfect sense to me :)
And sure... I get that they weren't playing their instruments but I had the make the joke as a little wink to the last Nightwish video I did;)
Hits so often, one that always gets me is Markos song: Voice of my father. Love that one maybe more than this one. not sure tho.
@@VikingReacts You should watch "Floor finds..Marko"
When the song hits you in the feelz, it hits you hard. Love him so much and this song is forever his... ❤️
This is by far the most beautiful and emotional song i have ever heard. Goosebumps all over my body.
It's not just made for him. It's made by him for him. Marko wrote this song
It makes me happy seeing metalheads moved to tears by such a masterpiece of a song. We are a misunderstood bunch, but we truly appreciate beautiful music. 🖤
First time I heard this song was only recently as I too am on my Nightwish journey and it blew me away in the same way you experienced
Marko absolutely owns this song and he sounded better live than recorded as he has only got better over the years! It is a very beautiful and sad song
Skål as always brother
Like a good wine!👍😀
I am from Finland so I'm very happy to see people loving our English singing metalband kiitos
Pronounced Tampere quite well..better than most 😁oh his voice🥰
The Viking is pleased. I hate mispronouncing names and places :P
Anthony Argen Lucassen has featured Floor as both lead and backup (with her sister Irene) multiple times in Ayreon.
And Marco
I love Marko's big open hearted smile when the band kicks in.
Annette has a beautiful tinkly voice. She sounds great in studio.
For the first time in ages, I'm here sitting by myself on my living room, watching you and him with both, a smile and tears in my eyes... Listening to The Islander Its bittersweet now that he's gone
It can't go wrong when Nightwish is NOT sitting around a camp fire and instead the camp fire is around Nightwish. Love Annette by the way.
This... I noticed it but didn't think twice about it. Perfect!
Yup Nightwish doesn't gather around a campfire. Campfires gather around Nightwish!
When they did that older video with Anette, Troy was first time in the band, and then the end is history....
Amazing history :)
Troy looks so young in the video even though he is the oldest in the band!
The thing that always impresses me about this performance is that we know how powerful Floor's voice is. She is more than capable of absolutely commanding this song, but she manages to sing so perfectly while still restraining herself and giving Marko the spotlight he more than deserves
For some more Annette I would suggest Meadows of Heaven.
He looks so happy and satisfied, better times
No final da música, o sorriso de Floor mostra como se pode ser o melhor naquilo que faz e mesmo assim ser humilde. Ela simplesmente estava feliz por Marco.
Hello Viking, glad to see you are back with another Nightwish reaction. This is a great song for Marko. It certainly showcases his abilities. He is a much better vocalist than many people give him credit for. He is showing his love for the dedicated fans, and the fans for him. Then of course the rest of Nightwish joins in for another wonderful song. Every one of their songs has become a favorite, they are just so GOOD. Crying, why, of course not. Why do you ask? My face always looks like this when I listen to Nightwish. Magnificent.
This has become my favorite reaction to The Islander ❤️🤘
Marco is a true viking. So strong in his softness. I just loooove his smile when the rest of the band (weasels) come along. ❤
Greetings from Finland. 💪🏻🇫🇮 I think you'd learn Finnish quite easily. 👌🏻
When you get a chance react to Voice of my Father by Marko's band. it's .... emotional.
I shall :). it is on my to-do list!
Absolutely loved your reaction. This is one of my favorite songs. It is an amazing song. Thanks for doing these reactions. Can you please do While Your Lips Are Still Red live at Wembley. 💜🤘😁🤘
This saved me a comment! Yes, do this Viking!
This one gets me -- even more than "Poet." I have to clean the inside of my glasses after listening. Loved your reaction. Thank you!
Another Marco song that will tug at the heartstrings is "The Voice of my Father".
Oh yeah, I was there. Concert was only 250 kilometers from my home. So it was easy decision. I think this was one of the best NW concerts after Wacken 2013. Floor really elevated Nightwish songs range with her ability to sing everything Tuomas can think of. And don't be sorry about tears. There were many tears in concert too. Lol
You know you are in the top when Floor does your backing vocals.
I think Freddie Mercury would have done backing vocals for Marko ;)
@@VikingReacts freddy is for sure the best rock singer ever , even better than elvis.
@@arnaldotanta3630 If I could ever go back in time... I am going to Live Aid just to see Queen perform! :)
Beautiful reaction, I feel exactly the same emotions when I hear this song.
And that is the power of real music :)
Loved your reaction, as usual. Love how you just show your emotions unfiltered. 😊❤️
Filters are boring ;). I am glad you appreciate the feels!
After this song, i think "weak fantasy" will come up,, 🤟
I guess we'll find out :P
My 1000.-th like. Wow,I am impresed by your reaction and just wow. Don't have a words. Nightwish laways got me,to the feels. And yeah,I am not crying,you're crying!!
First time running into your channel and was so happy to see u do this double reaction! Ur in for quite the treat getting into nightwish!!!!
So i've noticed :). Everything is pretty much amazing so far!
he is the only man who can say: Floor is my back singer ;) !
And now ? "High Hopes" ? it would be great !!!!
YES! High Hopes!! Who's the only band that can cover Pink Floyd and make it better? Nightwish. The guys owned the stage with that one. The only NW performance I have seen without the female vocalist present. Are there others?
bam..... in the face..... this song is so pure..... beautiful!!
Of course Annette sounds okay, this is a studio recording. Troy recorded with them on some of the Anette albums
Both Anette albums.
Metal God JARKKO AHOLA is speculated to be the new NIGHTWISH singer. He published heavenly live 'Walking in the Air' - also an old NW hit, before Christmas. Some pros say he does tricks there that no one has facility to. Jarkko is known for his legendary screams but also highly regarded for his classical technique.
Jarkko Ahola - Walking in the Air (live) czcams.com/video/WqBSDB5oHug/video.html
PS. Note that I do not wish to promote the speculation just stating the situation...
they are not only great musicians but they are also great story tellers
For more Marko I highly sugest isäni ääni (or the voice of my father for the English version). Such a good song
Troy started performing with Nightwish in 2007. He became a permanent member of the band in 2013.
So he was the hired flutes for 6 years basically :). Perfect addition to the group!
Troy wasn’t a full member of the band yet so he’s not seen, but he frequently is guest musician on stage and on studio albums. Also on the studio version of this song Troy Donockley was guest musician and is featured on several instruments.
I advertise to watch Anette live performing ‘Scaretale’. One of her best performances.
Great reaction again bro, i love how music impacts you, because it does the same to me 🤘
Great reaction as usual. The whole Tampere consert is a must to watch. Its an emotional ride.
ALWAYS a pleasure to seeing your reactions to Nightwish!!
Lots of love to you and your family!
This wonderful, honest reaction of yours is the reason I'm subscribing right now.
Well thank you very much :)
You have a floorgasm at ghost love score, and you cry at the islander. This is the way.
I discovered Nightwish and Avantasia when I was in High School around 2009. Now, I so much enjoyed listening and watching people making reactions and analysis on their songs. Oh, man, I can watch all of that all day. Thank you so much for making this video :)
- Greetings from Philippines!
My Soul sings whith all of you guys! It's heavenly beautiful song ❤
Nightwish making a sea shanty!! This would be perfect for a bard in a medieval city by the sea to be singing in the tavern :D
haha love the "Tank" reference .. good skills man
"I'm not sorry.. fuck it."
Yep. Right there with ya.
I love this band so much. I MUST se them in person. I get chills every time Floor sings
He looks happy when the weasels come back...:-)...This is a gem....I could listen to him for hours...and he has great Back-Up singers...:-) _although he not needs that ...If the Godfather of Metal sings this song you have to listen. What I like about it: they give him the Room he deserves...Floor is not trying to shine on that one...Supporting a Friend. .Again - A reaction well done..and yes...."blurry vision" is normal on that one...strikes me too....now that we are anyway in Tampere.....what about "Weak Fantasy"...you talked about Power...delivered there too...
Yet another beautiful reaction. Always love to hear your thoughts on those Nightwish pieces. It's so cool you did this one as a double reaction because the MV and live version are soooo different, and both are gorgeous in their own way. (They both can move you to tears but differently ♥)
For more Anette. unless you've done some meanwhile (I'm still catching up on your content right now!), you could check out Slow Love Slow live Montreux Jazz Festival 2012, Scaretale which is great both live and with the MV... Or some of her post-Nightwish bands/projects, such as The Dark Element (e.g. "Songs The Night Sings" (very Nightwish-y), "Not Your Monster" or "Dead To Me") and Allen/Olzon (e.g. "I'll Never Leave You" which is super powerful and epic, or "Worlds Apart").
Heart Healer (Magnus Karlsson) "This Is Not The End", a very awesome collab (metal opera!!) project with various great vocalists!
Solo content: "Shine" (czcams.com/video/o4phyLGS8h4/video.html )...
Another rabbit hole to explore for you! ;)
Seen this performance for hundreds of times and I think I finally spotted myself in the audience! :O
I am jealous!
Eva is an excellent song sung by Annette from the Dark Passion Play album
If you go down the Marko route then his new album is a must especially The Voice of My Father
yeah that's troy. Troy was a part time/backup for the band at this point, he became full time later
Nice reaction Viking. When i hear this song, i have chickenskin all over. Love this song♣♣
Troy started with the band as a session musician in 2007, but didn't join as an official member until 2013, same time that Floor was made official.
Nightwish don't gather around a bonfire ... bonfires gather around Nightwish ;)
Love the double reactions
Marco.beautiful Viking..amazing singer
Agreed :)
This is truely a beautiful and intimate performance
Yet another great reaction.
I love all the Nightwish songs, but Marco's songs will always hold a special place in my heart.
Also, we have the same t-shirt :D Live Long and Prosper!
I’ve been reading your comments over the last few minutes and just have to say that this is why I started the channel. It was a way to do something to help me in my time of depression and to connect with people that love the things I do. It turned out to be so much more… People started to recognize what I said and feel less alone in what they go through. THAT is what I love most about this. I will soon be back from my hiatus and start uploading again!
Indeed! Live long and prosper 🖖
@@VikingReacts I certainly feel less alone. Like, especially your reaction to "The Poet and The Pendulum" - I was sitting there, crying and felt like you spoke from my soul. I loved that you realised the 3 minute thing, I loved that you got so emotional over it. Every reaction I've seen from you so far you were honest and.. I don't know, but that means a lot to me and I felt connected in a (weird?) way to a complete stranger because I felt understood.
So yeah. Imma be quiet now, but thank you so so much for this.
Toumas is the Living Vampire Pirate! LOL Love it.
You should also check out "While Your Lips Are Still Red". It also features Marko as the main vocalist.
I like that camp fires sit around Nightwish
I love this song so much... it almost sounds like a sea shanty, a little bit Irish in the harmony (Annette sounds like a combo between Sinead O'Connor and Dolores O'Riordan from The Cranberries in this one), and the video kinda reminds me of that part in Pirates of the Caribbean when they went to the "underworld" and were surrounded by ghosts... oh and I love Marko's voice... both live and studio version... too much awesomeness; if there are any songs that induce immediate goose bumps, those have got to be: The Islander, While your lips are still red, Phantom of the Opera and Sleeping Sun (Tarja's voice is wow).
Great reaction my friend this song wells me up everytime especially when Floor comes in keep them reactions coming 👍🤘
Will do! And... nothing wrong with some metal infused tears ;)
True, Anette's vocals are more poppy. She still is a beast tho and brought so many musical ideas to life. Her era was powerful and Tuomas writing style evolved so much in this era. Some of his best works were first sung by Anette and people tend to forget that we would not have had all that without her.
I knew you'd love this one. That live version is something very special. In fact, I watched your reaction reversed - the original first.
See...exactly why I added the time frames so people can decide in what order to watch :P
And yes, loved it is somewhat of an understatement ;)
this is one of my fav. songs from Nightwish :)
Great reactions. This is probably the song with the biggest difference between studio an live version.