[REACTION!!] Old Rock Radio DJ REACTS to NIGHTWISH ft. "Elvenjig/Elvenpath" (Live) Buenos Aires 

You guessed it right, "Elvenjig" is a recent, fully instrumental addition to "Elvenpath", which is a track from their first album "Angel Fall First" (1997). I think that this musical construction appeared in the preparation of the "Decades" tour in 2018, in which Nightwish performed a selection of songs from their entire career, at the completion of 2 decades of the band's activity. I think this explains the reaction of Emppu, who sang the complex final solo again, after all this time. I really liked your collaboration with Just Jen, I hope you two will relapse one day :)

Elvenjig is one of those songs where I just close my eyes and easily picture a whole Celtic party in my head, just like with I Want My Tears Back. While Elvenpath is the fairy-tale world where my characters live. Nightwish and Celtic music have become my daily soundtrack while I do my creative writing, their music woke up my muse, from her 10years hibernation

Do you know what makes Eric such a GREAT reactor where Nightwish is concerned? Let me count the ways: 1. He ALWAYS appreciates Tuomas, always mentions him. Nightwish begins and ends with Tuomas.He understands that. 2. He appreciates the whole band equally. 3. He doesn't repeat himself very much.He always gives good examples from his own experience why he appreciates Nightwish. 4. He has a pleasant voice, he isn't LOUD and in love with his own voice. 5. He doesn't preach about things. 6. He dares to show his emotions. 7. He seems humble and considerate. 8. He is consistent in his reactions, he takes his time, doesn't rush things, doesn't come repetitive. 9. He seems to like pretty much all Nightwish, not that it's necessary but I can relate.😁 10. He doesn't rank the Nightwish members. 11. He pays attention. 12. He is paying attention to their names and the spelling.😁 + he doesn't shamelessly beg money just because he is watching videos that other people make.From what I've seen he might sell jewelry or do business with the firm but it's a another product you get with your money, so that's cool. I don't sub to reactors because I want more quality from the channels that I sub.In too many cases Nightwish is just a means to an end: You give me the money and I'll react to Nightwish.EASY MONEY. Takes away from the honesty and sincerity of the reaction. However: If I ever would sub this channel would be it. I always come back to check on this channel and some Nightwish reactions I've watched many times. I fear ( 🙃) for the day that he has run out of Nightwish material and doesn't do them anymore because he has been that good.I feel little uncomfortable adding my comment but I will. Eric deserves it. Have a good day Eric. You are awesome the way that you are. :)

For everyone who loves Marko: the dates and lineups of the traditional Finnish Raskasta Joulua (Heavy Christmas) tour were published yesterday. Marko does almost the entire tour. I think that the last big show will be on Finnish television, so Marko's fans will definitely see more of his performances.

Elvenpath" Hearing music from the deepest forest Songs as a seduction of sirens The elf-folk is calling me Tapio, Bearking, Ruler of the forest Mielikki, Bluecloak, Healer of the ill and sad Open the gate and let me follow the uncarven path The way to the lands Where as a hero I stand The path where Beauty met the Beast Elvenpath It's the honesty of these worlds Ruled by magic and mighty swords That makes my soul long for the past Elvenpath The moonwitch took me to a ride on a broomstick Introduced me to her old friend Home Gnome Told me to keep the sauna warm for him At the grove I met rest-the folk of my fantasies Bilbo, Sparhawk, goblins and pixies, Snowman, Willow, trolls and the seven dwarfs The path goes forever on [Repeat chorus] As I return to my room And as sleep takes me by my hand Madrigals from the woods Carry me to neverland In this spellbound night The world's an elvish sight

I concur pops up on all sorts of channels when I'm watching Nightwish reactions. I often say "ah, you're a fellow Wyldeside watcher!". Love this song in this performance. Elvenjig is trad arranged by Troy for his old band and rearranged by Nightwish. Now played with Elvenpath which is a very early song from the first album "Angels Fall First" - a 7 song album that came from the initial 3 demo songs and grew to that album. Even in the very first album Tuomas was showing his genius. Lots of technical trickery from Marco and Emppu at the start to get weird engine sounds and so on. Yes Emppu isn't struggling znd it isn't z real effort. What I see is more concentration than usual. Back in the early days Tuomas said “He’s a funny guy. He can’t stay in one spot for long, he has the shortest attention span ever. If you teach him a riff he forgets it in five minutes however often you go through it.” Emppu has come a long way and is one of the best I can bring to mind, a true master. I'm pleased someone agrees with me (?) that Marco is one of the best male vocalists in metal today (obviously excluding the deceased like Ronnie James).

Hey Eric, I enjoyed your reaction. Your remarks about the 'danger zone' for singers took me back to your reaction to 'Ever Dream' with JustJen. Floor has stated more than once that this song is hard to sing for her. The danger zone you referenced, is just around the corner in this song. Being the talented singer she is, she does very well to avoid sliding into the danger zone, but it does take a lot of effort and control. It's impressive, but honestly, so is the musical ability of all bandmembers. This performance of 'Elvenjig/Elvenpath' proofs that, yet again.

"I keep sauna warm for him" - only Finnish band write this lyrics. If you have somebody who do that for you, you are very lucky.

I confess! No.. I confer.. compress! Dang, on other channels it always works. Okay, in the words of Marko: "Yeah baby, I agree!" 😁🤘

Now Last of the Wilds next.

Little fact: Floor did this song in Bogota while battling heavy flu... Now, that is her level of commitment to the fans! Kai's drumming is crazy good in this one. And Emppu's guitar playing was pretty complicated, but impressive never the less. This song hit me hard , especially that first verse : "The sheltering shade of the forest Calling come in silence Accompanied only by the full moon Howling of a night wolf And the path under my bare feet The elvenpath" . I remember (it was like 16 years ago), I walked home through the woods after work, it was already dark. And suddenly a full moon appeared behind the clouds, and then, this verse Hit me (I think it was also Floor's voice). It was awesome..Thank you Eric for that memory 😌 Now....you heard Early Floor in Revamp, but let's take this way more back, For example: Dreamflight- After Forever ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-GBLke4zeZuI.html or this great Iron Maiden Cover by them: After Forever - The Evil That Men Do - ( Iron Maiden ) back in 2004 ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-mlooM5cn3Mg.html (I must warn you , the video quality is poor , but sound is Great). NWSU 🤘😎🤘

Elvenjig is a folky intro they added to Elvenpath in live performances. It’s a twist of a song called “Jigs” from Troy’s previous band, Iona. Elvenpath is the first song of the first album of Nightwish, back in 1997. This is the link of the song “Jigs” by Iona. At 2:07 starts the same melody. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-wv80lxNJ8aM.html

Emppu had lots of intense lead parts on early NW albums, and the difference to the modern supportive chugging is quite notable, so it's no wonder that he seems focused when revisiting old songs. It's a bit like trying to pull off the relentless antics and athletic feats of a 20-year-old as a middle-aged man. 😄

Thank you! Love Nightwish😙 Empu the best😊

Emppu earning his Corona beer right there 😁😁

Eric and his notebook

I knew, If you sometimes reacting this song you will have a lot to write in your "handy-dandy-notebook"!

I was told that Elvenjig was a piece of music of Troy's old band before he joined NW, it was called Jigs back then. (it sounds like a traditional Irish jig) It was joined with Elvenpath, but they are actually two different songs. I think it's awesome🤘🏽

Probably the most unique beginning to a song I’ve ever heard and incredibly unique

Hi Eric, i concur whole heartedly! Greetings from the Netherlands! Keep on rockin man. 🤘🇳🇱🤘

From what I understand, "Elvenjig" is actually a tune written by Troy for his old band that was adapted for Nightwish.

request next Dark chest of wonders

Great in depth reaction and review, Eric. If you want to see Empuu being 'pushed' or as I call it super busy, try to react to "Gethsemane" from the same Decade Live Video. It's an old song with old school progressive metal vibe, you're gonna love it. Anyone concure?

this happened and i wasnt there .i concur boy do i concur.ROCK ON ERIC

Thanks for this reaction man. You really are the best of the best of reactors when it comes to analysing music in general and nightwish songs in particular. Definitely the only reactor i watch all the way to the end of his talk about the song. loved this one. See you again next time.

Yesssss first, enjoyed youre hook up with just jen, but more happy to see you do youre perfect reaction on Nw this one is great, reaction done now watching, thnksss Eric the NR 1 reactor

I just saw your show for the first time,great job! You mentioned Jethro Tull in the beginning, I guess the name of the Song through threw you off. I have seen JT over 20 times. In the early years ( 1972 thru 1995) the band was great. They were my favorite band for years until I found NIGHTWISH. I'm going to check out some older reactions that you did on NIGHTWISH. Aren't they a very unique band.

This is the first time i've seen Eric struggling for ... words 😅 You really know what you're talking about, and can pass it on well. Always great to listen to, please keep up the good work. Ps, nice reference to the dark tower series too, but you've already done 7 days to the wolves ;)

Just what I needed now. Thank you!

Eric, I am such a huge fan of your reactions. Just you and the music. It´s always a blast!

Just Brilliant 💜.. thanks Eric 👍👽💥..Greatings From Holland 🇳🇱⚘

Another blockbuster reaction 🤘🎶

Very, very early Nightwish.

I concur army here too. In one interview Floor was saying that because she had such a bad flu and high fever, she wasn't sure how this concert would go. But after truckload of pills and hydration she at least was able to stand up. And in some songs you see her little more dialed do2n than usual. Not much tho....

Very profound reaction especially of this composition. I love your reactions, because you hear, realize and explain things I‘d never notice by myself. So your reactions are like a lecture for me. Thank you for that.

I do concur with pausing in order to write things down!

Again a solid analysis and personalising the experience, Great Reaction. Your Reactions are my favourite entertainment and use of time over any other. I wait eagerly and impatient for your Nightwish Reactions! You bring so much information to the table and help me understand WHY I do love and fan NW, so thanks a million for it.

Thanks Eric. I get the jealousy - I have never seen Nightwish live and really hope that they will come to Australia early 2023. But I will not see Marco and Floor sing together and that is a very special part of Nightwish for me. Love your reactions. Greetings from Melbourne, Australia.

Emppu, one the most underrated guitar Player. .🤘 And Floor. No Question. ( look to her Vocal MasterClass).

If you havent already done so, please react to Nightwish's "10th Man Down" from this same concert. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Px1YJ0EdNAI.html

Hello good sir and thanks again for another wonderful review of another amazing performance! Take care 🤟🏻

Quite often, we get tunnel vision because of Floor. So glad you shine lights on other aspects of the music. Kai is so good at pulling the songs together. He is amazing, even though his stage presence is not quite Jukka. But in the last 4 years, he is getting better.

Empu always puts his face close to the fretboard, puckers his lips and stares at what he's playing. watch him in romanticide.

Aaaah now this is my fav for real , love it 😄👍👍

I think what you mean is that it's the first time you've seen Emppu put "visible" effort into it. He normally makes it look effortless (no matter the complexity) so to see him show it, show "visible" effort, makes you sit up and take notice.

Eric.....it is as usual. Great! As wel as your appearance yesterday at just Jen's. Waiting for the next one. Greetings from Holland.

Fantastic performance. The first time you've seen him concentrate or focused? Those flutes reminded me of Riverdance or Lord Of The Dance. I played Kick The Can, and I'm only in my 40's. It's a timeless game, though after 10:00 P.M. we had to change it to over the can and jump over the can instead.

Yea finaly you did this one, such a great song and great reaction ty

nearly 25 Years ago, in November 1997, i received my "new-music" order from emp, a german metal mailorder shop. Nightwish was one of that. I remember putting in the CD, pressed play and Elvenpath was the first i ever heard from Nightwish ... i can´t believe what came out of that speakers blows me away and what a journey it was, the last 3 years of reaction videos to my all-time favorite band were great too Thank you Eric for beeing part of this journey, i like your reaction videos a lot, not just Nightwish ... still waiting for "all the works of nature which adorn the world" ;) and "Ghost" - "Spillways" live

This music back us to origins ,as you said and i agree first i listen to this my first thing emerging in my brain was Emerson Lake and Palmer (as you said ) but also Creedence Clearwater Revival . And i loved because these bands were part of my childwood . Greetings from Portugal 🤘🤘

You have every right to be jealous, because I personally count myself so lucky to have been able to see this line-up live (on this very tour) before it disappeared forever. Same as I'm jealous of those that were fortunate enough to be at Wacken in 2013, or Wembley in 1985 and 1986 😜.

Great reaction as always, thanks a lot 👍

Super interesting reaction / deep dive from you. To me personally, this songs is very close to a masterpiece - because: It takes me 55 years back, to the early mornings when I was out in the forest by the opening with water holes, heath - the fog laying over the plants and water, the butterflies, nymps and insects, trying to catch the first sun light to get heated up. Then comes the wind making the fog dance and create figures, imaginary Elfs and others - creating stories in my head. The cold and varmth feelings on my skin.. Nightwish - I know it's Tuomas that composes - but this is a 6-person creation, giving me these experiences in my mind - memories from my childhood. And Floor - vocalizing emotions and creating or rather enhancing the memories reproducing the thoughts from back when I a kid. I am there again - I can almost touch it. To me, It's phenomenal how they all 6 are able to create these moments from the past in my mind - they all add something unique that matches perfectly into my old fantasies. **** Probably a bunch of rubbish to many people - but I guess they have others just as strong and personal experiences with this song. *** Super cool double reaction you made with Just Jen - she is so filled with info about Nightwish, that's almost unbelievable. Especially in that short amount of time she had known them. She is very special in the best possible way.

For me, I get a real SKY vibe from Elvenjig, when Tuomas comes in on the keys. And yup, also a Jethro Tull vibe from Troy and his low whistle and pipes.

Music like Elvenjig makes me envision a party of magical creatures around a large bonfire in the middle of a Sylvan forest, hearkens back to my fantasy RPG roots.

Thank you for an awesome review of this song. I keep on checking RU-vid to see when you have a new Nightwish review.

I know what you mean when you talk about that nostalgic feeling for not being there to appreciate Floor and Marko live. I discovered Nightwish 1 year after this Buenos Aires concert, and I live literally about ten blocks away of that venue (stadium actually). Then the pandemic came. Then Marko left. That will harass me forever lol.

Im one day late to the party but as usual you deliver!!

As always I'm in awe of your reaction, Eric. Thank you. About Elvenjig....I may be wrong but I remember reading a while ago that was initially a fun jamming session of the band. They liked it so much they made a instrumental music piece of it.

More than progressive, for me, is more power metal.. and the theme of Elves..Dwarfs... leads me to The Lord of the Rings... in fact I guess that was Tuomas' inspiration. They are 2 separated songs... they put it together for this tour, if I'm right. I always enjoy your reactions/ analysis... and always jump right into if I see a NW song.🤘🏻...in this case, I agree with you....IT takes you to your childhood years...44years old metalhead here😅 Aaaaaand you can envy me ..I was at that show 😄😜 Much love from Argentina!

One of the few songs I prefer tarjas version of, but floor still knocks it out of the park :) thank you for this

How about seeing Emmpu "dig in"?

I was going to wait, but I feel like I must recommend Harvest, the official video version. And I very much think you will enjoy it.

You are not mistaken at all. There are a lots of LOTR influences and of course Jethro Tull influences (I'm a long time JT fan). Ian Anderson is a Scottish salmon farmer and Troy is from Cumbria. There's no way that there's any connections between those two pipers. And the Nightwish Finn's sure know JT too about as much as l do. 😎👍

Hey man, I played kick the can a lot in the 1950s, 1920s🤔🤯.... Love your reactions.

I truly love the jig.

Hey Eric, many greetings from Germany! I love your deep insight and understandig of the Music and the kind how to share your thoughts with us. Many thanks for that, it is much appreciated. But one Tipp: Dont miss the Song "Ghost River" from Wacken 2013! Its the most asthonishing counter singing with Marco and Floor, who represents the dark and the light. Very impressing!

Sleeping sun with floor singing at hellfest please emppu always great I get what you where saying God bless

One of the most difficult solos in Nightwish can be seen in Buenos Aires Gethsemane. Gethsemane is more neoclassical metal song. When you mentioned Van Halen, I couldn't not remember Emppu's former side project Brother Firetribe, an AOR 80s sounding band that is very guitar and keyboards driven. PS It's nice that Nightwish used visuals that look similar to the Helcaraxë (or maybe I'm just projecting my own Tolkien geekness). Showing an appreciation for JRR Tolkien that is unfortunately not as common as it was just a few years ago. These two songs work great together, Elvenjig is great at setting the mood for Elvenpath.

You know it's very interesting and I know you haven't seen most songs from this particular concert but this is the one concert where Emppu has his own moment to shine...... And they're not like 10 second solos......

“Do you get small?” “Are you small? No, I’m tall. Then let’s see if you fit into this vacuum…”. Love the classic Steve Martin

Great reaction again Eric. Btw congrats on United beating my Arsenal. It was a good game and I felt a draw would have been a fair result but United won it fair and square. Look forward to the next one. Thanks for your Nightwish reactions

Elvenpath, one of the few Tarja over Floor songs.still great tough. And those fingers with the bagpipes.

You should concider a thinner pen to get more written down on one page 😀 You're definitely one of my favourite (Nightwish) "reactors". Looking forward for more.

"Spam, Spam, eggs and chips", "Spam, Spam, Spam, eggs, chips and Spam". Monty Python... Emppu pointed you out, as you were looking down in the handy dandy notebook... Markos smile when he's with Floor. Emerson, Lake & Palmer moment on the synth, Emppu starts the next section. Tuomas regularly refers to familiar sounds and words. Stephen King? Dark Tower > referred to in another song... "Poet and the Pendulum"? Genesis, Peter Gabriel.

I feel that those who react only to the tracks, instead of seeing the performance, are missing fully half of the beauty. These are meant to be performances, beautiful shows, not just "music." They're very much more than the sum of their parts. Also, I feel that if there's a band to relight that spark of the child in us, it's Nightwish. Yes, you made sense XD

Haven't heard an Uriah Heep reference in quite a while! Cheers to music nerds everywhere!

I looked and didn't see this song, it's called 10th man down. It's about war, and being sent to kill when you don't believe in it. Good music, great lyrics! Check it out at Buenos aries..

Lol you know spam stands for something posing as meat 😂 It's half 4 in the morning here & now I'm just like this is how today is going hey lol. Maybe I'll get up & do a jig just to confuse everyone

srsly, Floor and Marko.... you have to go a freakin Mile and a half to find any other Duet that sounds so freakin perfect every freakin Time

I've only been a NW fan since the pandemic so obviously a huge Floor fan, but in falling down this rabbit hole came across an Annette song so beguiling... Don't see any requests for her era much but would really love a reaction to "Slow, Love, Slow", the Annette version, when it's time for something completely different. Thank you, my favorite reactor!

It's always interesting to watch your analysis,you seems to find many aspects what I have not even thought about...But I can tell that lyrics of many songs (Nightwish) are some what based to old legends and old poetry from book "Kalevala". Example on lyrics of this song you can find "Tapio" who is God of Forest and "Mielikki" who is wife of Tapio. What comes to Metal music, my opinion that roots of Finnish metal and specially symphonic metal, can be found from early of 80's. Funny coincidence is band which was front line of this genre, had name "Yö"...what means "Night" and 15 years later we got NIghtwish. Here one popular song from that band,English version. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-3NeYnIMoejE.html

Design your Universe (live Retrospect) / Unleashed (live Retrospect ), Cry for the Moon(live Retrospect) - Epica Nightwish - 7 Days to the wolves (live) / Weak Fantasy (live) I remember you - Skid Row (live) Soulbound - Unleash the Archers Take this Life - In Flames Burning Time (live) / Dracula - Iced Earth Reincarnate / Eternally Yours - Motionless In White Ategnatos / King - Eluveitie Rebel in the F.G.D. or The great Missconceptions of Me - W.A.S.P

Great reaction, even greater reactor! And one I can proudly call my friend! Thank you for continuing this journey with Nightwish! You become someone completely different, in a good way! And I think you now see it! Stay strong 💪 bud! ~Jen

By the way, Floor has all of her on stage costumes custom made. She say's that her height it is impossible to buy anything off the shelf. Valkyrie Goddess. No discussion.

Thanks God for Troy 🌹🙏

I suggest you to check Waltari feat. Marko Hietala from last year, the song is called "Below Zero". He still has that outstanding and strong vocals there. 🥰 Marko has been performing in Finland this year and I actually went to his gig. He is awesome. 🔥

If you've ever been to a session in Ireland. All this happens!

Thanks

Hi I'm subscribed to Just Jen .I enjoy this song. Marko I think he works on the melodies with Floor

Emppu's most different look is in his solo, same concert "Dead Boy's Poem". He looks more emotional, maybe a tear in his eye.

Elvenjig is a traditional. Arangement by Nightwish. Greetings.

I conquer!

Please search for Best Zangers. Floor sings Pop, Rock and Folklore. Winners, Shadow or Mama. Take a look oh them! Sureprise! :-) Best Greetings from Austria. You do this really good, the reacts.

I concur

Also 10th Man down is a good one, if you want to see Floor use her voice more like an musical instrument.

Hey Eric, would you please make lists of your videos so it is easier to search for a particular artist? Thanks!

I know everyone raves about what a great addition Floor was to the band......but i think Troy add just as much. There's no many musicians out thee so versatile. You should check out his I the project with Toumas. Auri.

I know I am late to the party, but I noticed you mentioned Spam. Spam spam spam spam, wonderful spam! I don't know if you are away of a comedic troupe called Monty Python, but they did a skit about Spam in the 70/80's. Its worth checking out in your own time.

Lord of the Rings meets Metal!