ROADIE REACTIONS | "Nightwish - Shudder Before The Beautiful (Live)" 

I can finally sleep well after hearing what type of guitar Empu plays 😌

You've gotta do "While your lips are still red" because Emppu doesn't play the EV-1 (either colour)

Marko's vocals at the end might be my favourite part of this song.

If you want pyros, you need to check out Nightwish's Last Ride Of The Day.

I actually like, that you are not talking much about Floor's singing. I mean it is a given, that Floor sounds great about 100% of the time. I guess she has to. If not, thousands of fans would travel to Sweden with chicken soup, gough drops, grandma's secert cold medicine and what not. This is usually not a song I tear up to, but you got me this time. Stay safe Dirk

Concussion boxes, cryobombs, flamers, mortars. If you talk about your gear over the phone, you tech guys must be on the FBI watch list

"Most bands don't pull special effects on their first song". Dead on the money, as usual :P :P :P

That feeling you're getting from the crowd is what drives me (and probably many others) to reaction videos. I love picking up on your enjoyment of a song hearing it for the first time. Keep 'em coming. I'll be here for them all. Decades at Buenos Aires has so many great older tracks with Floor adding her own flair to it, End of an Era has plenty of Tarja, anything from Wembley or Tampere...this band just. kicks. ass.

Marco's singing at the end is wonderful after his superb supporting harmonies.

They used Dark Chest of Wonders as an opener for years before this song was out. I suggest checking out the Wacken opener. They like to start with a bang. The decades tour is the exception.

What a great way to open the show! I wish I’d know about Nightwish at the time they were touring with this show.

I think if we want to hear what a vocal coach has to say, we can watch one of those. You are the only person i've seen who really talks about the gear, so that is why I am here. Well, that and I love your reaction style!

Floor's instrument is the floor fan that follows her to every show

I dunno why, but that moment where Floor is singing softly and the pyro suddenly accents the drum fill really hit me emotionally. Also, seeing Floor look so serene in the middle of all of that chaos!

So.... there IS life after "The Greatest Show on Earth."

Rewatching this in 2023, thinking back to when this was uploaded. You couldn't help but look at how wild and happy the crowd is, and thinking "will we ever experience this?" Music is the closest I've come to magic with the way it impacts us.

So many people (especially men) could learn from you how to express emotion without any shame. Thank you dude.

Tank, please watch "Pharaoh Sails To Orion"! It's an old one with Tarja, in a small venue, and it really has a different yet badass feel!

I was at that show. And I cried like a baby when they appeared on stage. Great show...

I love how floor makes those hand gestures so it looks like she's magically setting of the fires and stuff

I'm glad you made some comments about Marko's bass sound. Of course, Tuomas is a genius, Floor is a vocal goddess, Emppu guitar solos are flawless, Kai is a beast, Troy can play anything, Marko's voice is also awesome blah blah blah, we know all that, but man, Marko's bass also sounds sick. Bass players deserve more credit :)

It is the opening song on the Endless Forms Most Beautiful CD. The whole CD is bad assery in all aspects in my opinion. Keep rockin. Carrie Ann from Illinois...

I love Nightwish Wednesday! Christmas is coming, so what about "Walking in the air" live with Tarja?

Its awesome how u can hear Marcos' singing through floor and how well they go together in the Harmonic department!!! Love it

Few years ago, on a Nighwish show in Paris, me and some friends were crying our eyes out on a song (don’t remember which one aha) and some of the guys from security pointed their finger at us and made fun of us. Ever since, I am terribly scared to cry or show any emotions when I go to see shows. I love music so much that I can cry or being emotional pretty easy during a show and that’s ok but now, I am just here, clapping here and then... Again, being kind to people is free. And you don’t ruin their fun (emotional) times 💖

Can I just say that during the heavy bit in the middle, I, here in 2022, was headbanging along with Tank, in 2020, to a concert from 2015, yet it was one unified experience through space and time. Wild.

''Music is so emotional for people'' But isn't that the whole foundation of music ? To make you feel good, to express your feelings etc etc

When I finally see my first Nightwish performance, I really hope they open with this song. Its the perfect song to ramp up the energy for what I know will be an unforgettable experience.

Between you and your buddy Chase, I'm learning so much and having an f-bombing good time doing it. My two favourite reactors.

Okay Tank, you know the deal: You're doing another awesome Nightwish reaction and I'm again recommending a triple reaction to "Sleeping Sun" (Tarja/Floor/Crewish versions). 😅

THIS is how you start a show. Also, one of my favorites. Very good while driving, except if there's speed cameras around :P

Note to self: must stop watching Tank’s Nightwish reactions until 2a.m in the middle of the working week... Thanks again for an honest, enthusiastic and funny reaction. You’re, hands down, my favourite reactor and so happy you’re reacting to my favourite band. 🤘😘

This is one of those songs that keeps you from listening to the rest of the album because you have to play it over and over and over again. Love it

Shudder Before the Beautiful live at Wembley… one of the best concert openings I’ve ever seen. Ladies and gentleman…start your engines. The show has begun.😀🤘 What a “blow your mind” way to start a show!

What an epic way to start a concert and another great reaction. I don't know if you have already picked your final reaction for Nightwish Wednesday but I would like to suggest a triple header of Sleeping Son, each different in their own way. Starting with Tarja's version, then Floor's and finishing with Crewish. I think that would be a most fitting tribute to the way "the Nightwish crew", like yourself, had to adapt this crazy year!!

"A very good evening to you, London, Wembley Arena!" Cryo, CO2 roaring out from behind them onto the crowd. "Anvil" sound from Tuomas, loud "Chink!" (you can see his hand hitting the keys). Look at the distance of the crowd. Tuomas giving the contrasts, loud, then quiet, makes the next loud bit sound louder! What an opener!

I'd love to see you react to the documentary of 'The Making of Endless Forms Most Beautiful' by Nightwish. It shows the writing process and what Tuomas is thinking, all the demos they do, shows them rehearsing, etc as well as going to London to film the orchestra parts, and everything that goes into it and the making of the album. Its so cool! It shows them walking around on stage before their Tempere concert, and we get a look at all their equipment and instruments, super interesting. They literally talk us through all their equipment. Or maybe you and Chase could stream this as you watch it... :)

I was lucky enough to catch them in Chiba while I was in Japan on their world tour. They also opened with this song and man, when Emppu comes in at that 2:31 mark it shakes you to your core. So much power and energy and it really just set the bar for the show. By far my favorite live show I've had the privilege to attend. Video doesn't do the experience justice, by time they played Ghost Love Score you could look around you and see grown men openly crying in the crowd. Such an amazing experience, you HAVE to see them live first chance you get!

I feel you. I feel you so much. I miss concerts, banging my head , getting lost in the music, surfing the collective emotional high of the crowd, I miss it so badly. If the nightwish concert next year can happen, i need tissues, no kidding, so much tissues, because it will destroy me.

It always cracks me ip when i see Emppu hurrying back to be in position after the solo :) It’s refreshing, with all the thousands vocal coaches reacting out there, too hear someone talking about other stuff. Most reacters have no idea about gear, pyro and other stuff like that. So please, keep breaking it down!

I was there, we went from zero to lightspeed in seconds - this video does not show how crazy the crowd were - singing and clapping on Floor's lead. It is one of the top 3 greatest Nightwish concert I have been at - I believe we were 12.000 - 14.000 in the crowd, singing along and the sound pressure were gigantic also from the crowd. Mind blowing 👍🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

Emppus guitar playing is like the state of mind of finnish people. You know you are good, even the best but you don't need to tell it everyone. Gotta stay humble and focused!

My absolute favorite Nightwish song! I listen to it over and over again and shudder every time I hear it! Love, love, love! Keep rockin’ it out! ❤️🤘🏻

My favourite song. It's just such a stupidly big sound with so much energy, but the whole band is immaculately balanced, and even Floor isn't at the 'front' as it would usually be. Of course she's still amazing in this, but it feels more like an instrument for the song that the lead singer. Just amazing.

I mean, is it even a wednesday if I don't hear "Empu is playing his signature ESP EV-1 guitar"?

One of there best songs so many Rock Metal fans should hear WOW SO MANY HAVE NEVER HEARD

You're right.; I cry every time I watch Nightwish. It's like the universal, DNA level influence of a yawn. Something deep within. Like a drug....cellular impact.

One of my favorites as well! Now... MASTER PASSION GREED

Yesterday it was exactly two years since I saw them at Wembley for the second time. How much I wish I could go back in time and re-live that. It literally hurts my heart, I miss them so much. Thank you for this reaction, once again you totally killed it. Hopefully there'll soon be a time when we all get to hear that opening song and go absolutely nuts!!

Need to do “Last Ride Of The Day” .... I think you’ll really dig it

Great! Some tough days recently, so thank you for the little joys like Nightwish Wednesdays 😃

Whew, I was worried for a moment there that we might not find out what Emppu's playing 😂

Jep, that is the intro track to the album ^^' Other bands end theirs with a total banger, Nightwish got so many great tracks, they can afford to start and end their albums with absolute behemoth-scale masterpieces 🥰

Love it Tank, I f***ing love this band as well :)

I love that you use your tech experience in your reactions. Especially with Nightwish that always has so much going on. I feel that most reactors mainly focus on just lead vocals. Now if that was a reaction for a solo artist, that could be ok. But since Nightwish is a whole band of awesomeness, it's nice with someone that give them some well deserved attention as well. Thank you @TankTheTech 🙏❤️

I love how much you know! and keep reacting to nightwish! ... I like to listen without subtitles to learn more about English, and I found great people reacting to my favorite band! It's like a vice! .. a big hug from Argentina!

I LOVE YOUR REACTIONS! So genuine, it is clear it is the very first time you hear them, I truly commend the effort you make to hold yourself up and keep all that awesome material unchecked. keep up the good work!!!

From an 40 yo and 20+ years Nightwish army member, I want to congratulate you on Ingrid. As 7 of 9 said: "To the newest member of your crew. May all her desires be fulfilled except for one, so she'll always have something to strive for." Thank you for the video, I love all the educational facts you put in there. Very good content. Keep up the nice Nightwish Academy journey. :)

I knew you were going to LOVE this song, Tank. It totally rocks! I'm glad you appreciated the dueling solo. For me, that's the highlight of the song and I'm surprised how few Reactors even mention it. Your analysis of the instruments and stage effects are awesome and greatly appreciated by folks, like me, who don't know squat about those types of things. Very, very, interesting.

That moment when Floor strides out onto the stage - she owns the place and she knows it. Confidence/charisma off the charts like the goddess she is. Tuomas' compositions are always stunning. No one else writes like this. This one in particular turns on a dime with power, precision and majesty. Shudder before the beautiful indeed.

7:25 What you say here is the reason why i always watch different channels to have a full analysis of their shows: - yours for the sounds and pyro effects, technical informations about instruments... (and of course you for... well being you!!) - Chase Cameron for he's doing such good composition analysis - Julia Nilon for her vocals knowledge

Tank….your comments are awesome!!!!! Hearing your tech knowledge to the songs adds a whole new dimension for me I love!!!!! I’m a fan!!!

I have only seen Nightwish live once, 20 years ago. Caught pick thrown by Emppu and gave it to a little kid who tried to find one from the floor after the show. Made another kid happy by letting her watch the show from my shoulders. Good memories.

Was worried about your head flying off there for a second! Whew! Couldn't do without you!

A high of 1,598 watching the premiere I was driving when the song started, but I could *hear* you headbanging over the music! 😂

I love this reaction! Its so great to see your reaction and get the production info of some of my favorite songs. Awesome fucking job as always! :)

This one's a belter of an opener.the pyros/,other effects are amazing and the whole band gets to shine In this one it's great to see them all get their either individual moment ievas in the duel .Kai's warlike rythmic drums ,Marcos heavy bass playing as well as his outstanding vocals and the magical enchantress Floor with her and skills and her amazing presence and stage persona.but my favourite apart from the beginning part is the most fantastic harmonious ending between Marco and floor...thanks Tank u legend for doing this one , please keep up the nightwish reactions and greetings from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 UK 🇬🇧🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘👍

This reaction is the definition of love of music. This is one of my favourite Nightwish songs, and one that I also love listening to the instrumental version... there’s so much going on in it and it’s just so well constructed! Definitely recommend checking that out!

As usual great reaction...I for one, with 50 years as a musician, always love your tech talk. You obviously know what the hell you're talking about! Thanks and stay safe. 👍🏻💖

Great reaction mate. I have the exact reaction as you did at the moment they cut to the fans rocking. Instant goosebumps and teary eyes. Just beautiful seeing people going wild and enjoying the music

Wednesday!! Boo YA! Some NW and some Tank! Man I love how surprised and excited you were dude :-) NEVER lose that enthusiasm, you're an awesome commentator and I enjoy tuning in every Wednesday (I get a few other days, but dont comment too often on too much else ;-)) One small note to leave you with as well. Knowing that music can cause you to well up is such a wonderful feeling. I hope you never, ever let anyone tell you otherwise. You know with my condition I have a hard time connecting emotionally to things but I legit ugly cry a lot of times when I hear Floor's voice. Whatever moves you.......treasure it.

You are correct. Its the first track on the CD as well. The whole CD is one of my favorites ever.

Back in 1982 I managed to get in to a AC/DC concert wearing an exact copy of their road crew shirt. I took a black pillow case, put some aluminum pots and pans lids in it. I also added some long bamboo chopsticks so you could only see the tops of them. In the dark they looked like drum sticks. Security let me in no questions asked!.

The joy in the crowd, and the emotion through music, is why I love live concerts!. And also why I watch reaction videos ... I'm tearing up to Tank :) Thank you so much for all your great videos. Cheers!

Great opener! Love the duelling between Emppu and Tuomas! Its great you are back on the road Tank! I will be watching the F-Bombs!!Hihihi!! Cheers!

I know I'm a little late but man I love the "synth/quitar battle" as you referred it to!

One positive thing to come out of this pandemic for me is that I will never again take so many of the small things in my life for granted. I never thought of myself as ungrateful, and I don't think I was, but now that I really realize how quickly life can change, how quickly those things can be taken from me, I will just be that much more appreciative of the little things.

I know I'm two years late to watch your reactions. I really am enjoying watching them all. I hope you and your family are keeping well ❤

Floor has enough people talking about her amazing vocals I like that you talk about the guys! And explain stuff i didnt have a clue about!

This is one of Emppus favorites 🤘😁

Ok seen your reactions before and love them. Sorry it took so long to subscribe. Your reaction in this video is exactly how I feel watching almost every Nightwish video. Makes me tear up. Keep going sir! Your doing a super job!!

Great!! 🤘You were the 1st guy in the entire NW reaction chain to ever notice the keybod & guitar solo battle on stage

I can't imagine anyone watching you, Tank, and thinking you don't fawn over Floor enough for their liking. You do plenty of that from a fan perspective but like you said, you're not a vocal coach. That said, I commented on the GSoE vid that I haven't watched a single video of yours without learning something new. Today, same thing happened. Keep at it brother. I watch vocal coach reacts when I want to hear them love all over Floor's voice. I watch your vids when I want to hear someone knowledgeable talk about literally everything else.

I agree. That choreography and pyrotechnics is insane. If we put everything into one performance, choreography, experience, music and so on, for me they are the rulers of the music scene.

Loved your emotion on this one. You are so correct about how music just makes us "feel". I get teary often just from the emotion of the music. I would love you to do Stargazers from the Tampere show! Loving the ride!

Tank-Tech Chase-Music Julia- Vocals

I watch a ton of music reaction channels and you’re not ONE of my favorites. You ARE my favorite reaction channel. I really enjoy your reactions. Especially the Nightwish ones, and especially your reactions to both versions of The Islander. Nightwish became my new favorite band shortly after I started listening to them about 6 years ago. I look forward to seeing more of your reactions.

Glad I caught the premiere for this video! Leaving a comment for the youtube algorithm but it was a lot of fun in the chat rioting for what guitar Empuu plays. You really had us waiting til the end there 😂 Glad you enjoyed this performance Tank, thanks for the awesome reaction!

Dude, you are nuts, but that enhances your reactions! :-D Nice to hear your honesty too, in not talking about something you don't know much about. How refreshing to hear. However, you do know more than enough to be a legit reactor. I also like you technical analysis, too. It adds to our knowledge of just how much prep work goes into setting up a Nightwish odyssey.

I really enjoy the emotional responses you have brother! Also the tech background is always nice and I'm a HUGE fan of your Nightwish Wednesdays!! Keep up with the journey.

I said it elsewhere on another Reaction channel, but I LOVE hearing professionals give their takes on songs like this. I get to see a different side of the music beyond a casual "This sounds nice". I get to hear them say WHY it sounds so nice. Hearing about the guitar techniques, or the technical aspects of what's going on, or the vocal intricacies, and so on. It makes me appreciate the music and the effort that goes into it, all that much more.

Man I always like to see the crowd going crazy too and this makes me tear up the same way. I even can not explain why, perhaps because makes me remember a good time in my youth when I used to go a lot of shows and do the same stuff. Love your reaction btw.

This was the first song they ever performed at Wembley Arena and wow what a way to open. I had seen them at a smaller venue some years before that but this was like seeing them for the very first time. They grabbed you by the ears, eyes and every other part of your anatomy with this song. Later in this gig, as you have already commented on in previous reactions to this show, they use the gas flames. I was standing about 50 yards from the stage in my customary position in as close to the mixing desk as possible ( I figure that is where the best sound is going to be being a former sound man) and you could feel the heat from those flames from there. Can't imagine how hot it was in the front row. Really looking forward to May 2nd next year if it goes ahead.

Hey Tank! So the almighty RU-vid algorithm recommended to me this video yesterday, and after watching it I just had to go all the way back to your Ghost Love Score reaction, and I just binged all of your NW reactions up until this one. I see that you have lots more, but this seemed the moment to leave this comment. First of all, I love the unique perspective that you, as a roadie, bring to your reactions. There are tons of vocal coaches and regular folks reacting, but your technical commentary is so interesting and something I haven’t seen anywhere else, and I love that. But the thing I love the most is that we, as viewers, get to share with you this discovery journey you’ve undertaken. The way you react emotionally to these songs feels so genuine, so real, to me. I started my own Nightwish discovery journey last May (still am on it tbh) thanks to another reaction video, and… well, my friends aren’t metalheads, so I haven’t been able to share this with anyone. But you, you seem to feel pretty much how I feel about these masterpieces, and that’s pretty special. So, I just had to subscribe, lol. Once I’m done with the Nightwish reactions I’m gonna check the Sabaton ones and then the rest of your channel. Keep up the good work!

Way to hold out until the end to mention the ev1 lol. Im with you on never having been let down by any of their songs.

That metallic, industrial sound you mentioned.. i remember they said they did one efect to The Poet and the Pendie, with the same sound that is, and it was done by hitting two pieces of railway/railroads together in the studio. Just a random piece of info i have in my head from years back. =D

This is my favourite Nightwish song, just because of those lirycs. I heard this song before I even knew that the band had changed vocals and I know it by heart. Great reaction there

Every time you do that gesture I instinctively reach for my horn before I remember I don't drive trucks any more lol

This band has awesome crowds you don't often get such happy? crowds in metal. Usually they are all very intensely into the music but happy and smiling and excited is not often what you see when looking around you and that adds to your own excitement. It's like they bring the South American crowd on tour with them!

Shudder before the beautiful gets me through the day in this miserable lockdown. It just hypes you up even if you're down.