@@CoachCastTVNW isn’t normal metal. It’s poetry set to a symphony set to heavy metal. And to make it more complicated when you get further into the catalogue its poetry about science. You’ll need a few listens through some songs to fully get them but once you do it’s the best thing you’ll ever hear.
That's honestly my least favorite song of theirs because it's shoving evolution nonsense down our throats and presenting it as if it's actual science. As a science teacher of many years, I find that highly offensive, because it's one of the dumbest theories ever proposed by man. It's not even a good theory, much less actual science. It's not observable, testable, measurable, or repeatable, all the things needed for actual science. The song itself is catchy and impressively written, but also sheer propaganda. Hence, why it happens to be my least favorite song of theirs.
@@ib8595 My opinion isn't "blatantly wrong" because it's my opinion. You're free to disagree, but I have a right to my opinion just as you do. Running around telling people their opinion is "just blatantly wrong" is the height of arrogance.
Hahahaha :D Nice... nice, so NICE to have you in the army, guys!!!!!! :D Love you. I was there in 2013 in Wacken, because I am German and I was only living away about 45 minutes away from Wacken.... and this my #1 concert of all of my 45 years... but guys... I love it so much that everyone can watch it today via RU-vid, everyone deserves to watch it. Watch "Ghost love score" again, please!!
I cocnur. Completely authentic. Often find my battling Mr. Coachs Understatement and simply wanted to shout him out: Now does that really fit you???- besides he is dpoing such an great and mautre Job on all His Recaps, gently, politely, but to some Degree mysterious, whats His true FAvs are:) Plus i am smiling like an Guy without Cheekbones, when Lady Coach does call out all the Comments and Facts she read or self educated Her , because the Group give so much great Vibes to her. Precious Humans!
Welcome,you will no doubt be accepted in the Nightwish Army 🤘🫡 The Valkyrie Goddess of Metal and Empathy touches your soul 😇 and makes it better. Of course aided by her Brothers 😊❤.
In-teh-rest-ting!! At the risk of being shot down ..... I see it the other way around. Although Marko is the "gruffer" voice, he is warning people about the river's dangers. Whereas Floor is trying to entice the children to swim (and drown).
I am in team rowing against the Stream too:) Marko is the truth telling but unemphatic Teller, where Floor lures them in....drowing stay all the same, so Marko at Least try to waren em.
I love the use of the river as a metaphor for our journey through life in this song. We all travel the same direction down stream, but each of us had different experiences on the way.
Nice reactions. I feel that Marko represents the pitfalls and scary parts of life. Floor encourages to live life with courage and to the fullest, despite the challenges.
Yes. Beautifully said. Ghost River (specifically this version) is in my top 5 favorite songs of all time, period. Just hits me every time -- especially the "Beautifully shy..." part. Profound song.
It's so nice to watch two genuine people who really enjoy music and have fallen head over heels to Nightwish as most us have done. One thing you must add to your bucket ls is to one day watch Nightwish live. After being introduced to NW four years ago i made it my life's wish........Last year June, with my wife, We flew 13 000 km (8 000 Miles) to Gelsenkirchen Germany to go watch them live. What an experience. My wife cried when Floor sang "Decades In The Sun" with Troy on stage......keep up the good reactions coming 🥰🥰🥰🥰
Or, you know how Tuomas writes in a very metaphorical and allegorical style, the Ghost River is the river of life and you leave your mark on it, footprints on the islands, you make some good decisions illustrated by Floor and some bad ones, illustrated by Marko. Of course the river will take your only child, that's life, we're all going to die sometime, guaranteed. "We're all going to die and that makes us the lucky ones, most people are never going to die because they're never going to be born. . . ." You'll get to that in time 🙂 Tuomas never explains what was in his mind, he says his art is like a painting, you see what you personally perceive in it, he used the example that if you could debrief Leonardo da Vinci about the Mona Lisa, then the interest and intrigue would be lost.
The backing tracks are recorded in London UK under the supervision of Tuomas ( of course ) . The orchestral tracks are a combination of various top orchestral session musicians and the children's voices are a choir called The Young Musicians London
Your Nightwish reactions come across as so warm and honest, I dare say the Army has already taken you in. Welcome! 🫡 🤗 🫶 This unique band has a lot more special in store for you. And Floor is unique anyway. In "Ghost River" she gave a small taste of a special ability - but most people miss it or can't assign it to her. You'll (hopefully) hear it in "Yours is an empty Hope". 😉
Great reactions!. I'm 66, stumbled on Nightwish watching other reactions and have enjoyed watching others going through the same experience. Nightwish has been labeled symphonic metal, if you go back about 60 years or so another band started the Symphonic Rock Genre--The Moody Blues. Listen to their song "Nights in White Satin" I think both of you would like their music too. Rock On!
Believe it or not, the Moody Blues and Nightwish have had some of their best albums produced by the same guy - Pip Williams, who is very well known in the music business (but not to be confused with a well-known and lovely lady author also named Pip Williams).
After following nightwish since 1998 it is so great to see Mrs Coach's reaction to this band. I still listen to them everyday while I work and it still puts a spring in my step.
Although I don't know music theory, I feel that Nightwish's songs are multi-layered. Everyone can concentrate on the level that most appeals to them, so the same song can appeal to a metal fan and also to a progressive rock fan and also to others. The other advantage is that you can listen to the same song and experience different musical emotions by playing on these levels. And once you understand the lyrics/poetry, you get new emotions again ! magical Nightwish !! Thanks for your reactions and enthusiasm, greetings from France.
nightwish one of the biggest power is that they every songs are very difference,they not sound same. there´s not coming boring effect. thanx to great reaction and have wonderful sunday.
@@Monique-bx6ro Thanks ! This army is so nice to everybody, I also never heard any negative reaction video. Listening to all of them and some even a zillion times.
@@Arnold_Jansen keep doing that 😀 Not every reactor will like this music and thats oke. Its not our task to make a reactor a fan. Its our taak to let reactors know there is a band which they didn't heard of before and we hope they turn into fans. Than its a win win. We have a new fan and we can listen once more to Nightwish ❤️❤️
2:45 - As you're saying, that every time you get something different... That is absolute truth. I'm still finding new things in those song even thogh I heard them milion times. That's what I love on Tuomas's music. :)
That's why it's also so hard to get everything in these songs people want you to notice as reactors. It's just impossible to get it all on a very first viewing. But we're having fun with it.
In his lyrics, Tuomas often uses a river as a metaphor for life: It has a beginning, an end, and it flows along relentlessly. As you ride along with the currents of time, you will encounter many "islands" along the way; some horrifyingly frightening (Marco's part in this poet's play); some beautiful and wonderful (Floor's part). But he admonishes us to not let these islands just pass on by as we sail through life. Instead, "let it bleed, leave a footprint on every island you see." Explore, experience, LIVE life while you can, because once that island passes you by, you're never coming back.
@@CoachCastTV Thats what made Ann outstanding: With her lovely personality she was able to unite the different tendencys amongst the NW fans under one umbrella. This is her merit. And thats why we will never forget her........ Mother of the Nightwish Army.
ha, when i first listened to this song very early in my metal journey i was like "meh that's a little bit to metal for me" :) now it's one of my favorites of nightwish, so this song needs to grow a little bit on one
Why is Mrs Jansen so unique ????? She's on stage since 1997 with her first band After Forever when she was 16 She's a soprano with 4 octaves and can easily go to a deep growl Her vocal range is ridiculous......she can sing all what you want....in any genre Take the time to discover the Godess with Nightwish And though her own stuffs You'll never be dissapoint
Mrs. Coach, just a FYI that Ann's channel is still there. Check out the gargantuan amount of Floor videos (184) she amassed. She also had quite a few Ayreon ones (even After Forever), which shows that she really was a connaisseur of top level melodic metal. In due time, your journey will lead you to that Ayreon Universe where all the greats from different bands assemble for an amazing flight. You'll recognize the name once you get there. Until then.. Cheers from Amsterdam! 🤘
@@CoachCastTV Just a quick last one abt names and also since Mrs. Coach noticed Nightwish's all smiles performance at Wacken.. A regular in Ayreon is the Dutch godmother of "smile metal" (or happy metal for want of a better term), the one & only Anneke van Giersbergen. She was THE inspiration for 15yr old Floor and the one who gave Floor the idea that it was possible for a female to front a rock/metal band. You'll remember that name as well, if only for the near-unpronounceability of it for most Americans ;) Cheers!
@@BrendonChase_2015 She also appeared on Beste Zangers, 2021. Karsu, Belle Perez, Bökkers, Roel van Velzen, Joe Buck, Anneke van Giersbergen and Alides Hidding.
For me, the river is the road of life, full of meanders, which finally flows into the sea. The "children" are us, under the permanent influence of the antagonistic duality on the one hand of traps and dangers, principles embodied by Marco, and on the other hand of Floor, who urges us to experiment and dare to explore despite these dangers, to have a fulfilled life. Many of the lyrics composed by Tuomas are metaphorical, leaving room for interpretation by the listeners. For me, the proof that you have become fans of the band is that you are already exploring on your own. 🤘
Your NW journey is at the very beginning. Then there is Floor's solo career starting during COVID and up to present day. Then there is so much more of her in guest spots with other bands and with her two earlier Dutch metal bands. "After Forever" 1997-2009 and "Revamp" 2009-2016. By far her most accomplished and lauded history probably began in 2012 when she joined NW as an emergency stand in singer, when Annette got sick in mid-tour. Floor and Nightwish were made for each other. So that is when Floor was truly "discovered" by the majority of today's current NW fans. She was known long before that in European metal circles.
This song is from "Imaginaerum" (the seventh studio album from Anette era). Marko has great menacing tone here , and Floor Growls ( only few will notes this ). Plus , this song has a crazy Van Halen Vibe to it ( Van Halen - Aint Talkin' Bout Love comes to mind ). This song took me several listens and deep dive at first , and now I listen this song daily . I Love this song !!! NWSU/FloorFan 🤘😎🤘. WELCOME TO THE ARMY !!!!!
Great reaction :). Thank you for continuing with NW :). For another take of bad marco vs good Floor, try "Devil and the deep dark ocean" live in Buenos aires. It is more theatrical though, so it might not be for everyone (I love it).
I love Emppu and his onstage antics! Every time I listen to this song I get the lyrics “the wheels on the bus go round and round” stuck in my head! 😂😂 In the slow transition when Floor sings by herself with just the keys I get goosebumps. The Nightwish Army is one of the most fantastic communities out there. ❤
Hello from beautiful Greece. Every time I see you you make me feel happy. Expecially (sorry Mr coach) Mrs coach. She looks like she loves Nightwish. You too Mr coach. Nice to see again. Be good.
And to let you know coach cast TV night wish has a sister band wintersun. fun fact nightwish has members now that were in wintersun that's how they are related .So I have some suggestions that could react to so you can start you off on a wintersun rabbit hole like you did with the nightwish rabbit hole.. first suggestion is wintersun sons of winter and stars 1.5 official lyric video. Then after that is wintersun time live rehearsal video at Sonic pump studios in Helsinki Finland. Then would be wintersun land of snow and sorrow live rehearsal video. So if your wife loves nightwish so much then she'll love wintersun as well. Thank you wintersun Alex 🫶❄️👍
Very good choice......this one is showing some more Floor - Marco Magic....beside that it is a Banger when Marco kicks in first time....LOVE it. You are in for some more treasures - One song to to listen to: Bless the Child from Wacken 2013 - You will love it... 🙂 Mr. Coach - Make your wife happy...just do a reaction to the complete Wacken Set in one go :-) Welcome to the Army !! All Hail Queen Floor !
All the songs of Nightwish have a deeper meaning and are written as poem. So, when you give the lyrics a chance, you will be surprised on another level… ‼️🏆👍
G'day Mr & Mrs Coach, another great reaction. I love seeing Mrs Coach's smile grow as she watches these performances. Vocals always perfect of course and the musicality exceptional. Empu is pure genius on guitar and Jukka is killing those drums, not forgetting Tuomas and Marco of course. I love the honesty and from the heart comments that you both make with regard to the performance you experience. I also love the fact that you respond to comments with a like or a comment, many reactors don't. Very classy to acknowledge Ann and her legacy. You both genuinely care and that is a great gift. Cheers, Rich (a Kiwi living in Australia)
You are very kind. This band has made an impact on us. We have enjoyed many new artists on this channel. Nightwish is special, and so are the fans of this band. It's hard to explain, but it's just not the ordinary fanbase. Our viewers are very important to us, and we truly try to interact as much as time allows. Thanks for being a part of this journey with us.
Nice reaction, and welcome to the Nightwish Army. These compositions are all written with much meaning. The lyrics may be harsh at times, but left to be interpreted from it's poetic writing. That's the beauty of Nightwish. Cheers,🍺 until the next Nightwish reaction. Have a great day. 🍺
All I can say Coach, is "Keep Mrs. Coach HAPPY". 😄😄 The Ghost River is a metaphor for each persons journey of life. Many twists and turns, ups and downs. We must all brave the journey to live life to its fullest and achieve our dreams. This song is filled with metaphors and imagery (including the mention of rape) depicting all of the darkness and light on this ride. "Rape" is what happens to our inner being when the world encroaches on our childhood innocence. Once again Marko is singing the role of the dark side, while Floor is the light. Nailed it Coach. Mrs. Coach also nailed it. This band loves each other and also loves to perform for all of their fans. It is not a job. Ann was the Grand Dame of the Nightwish army. A beautiful soul. She was in failing health, but found solace in the music of Nightwish. We all miss her enthusiasm and passion for music. R.I.P. Ann 🙏🙏 Mrs. Coach is correct. Every Nightwish song has a deeper meaning. From person to person, spiritually, and from a perspective regarding our existence as humans on the amazing journey of life. You will come across some religious negativity in a few songs, but remember they are not against religion. They are only down on some of the frightening dogma and hypocrisy that most organized religions embrace. Remember this line, "Every child is worth a better tale". 🙏🙏🌹🌹
Mrs Coach take false start 😊. Love both❤. Greetings from Finland🇫🇮 Marcos’s big brother is guitar mannen. They have own band TAROT. Found youtube. Nightwish Backround chorus is Angel Studios in London, on the orchestrations
hehe-.. i have the Live-DVD from Wacken,Wembly, B-Aires,Tameper and the virtuell Show during covid.. and after many year i still let them run on weekend when doing House-Work. (And still stand still and watch 🤣🤣 and watch every snip on you-tube too) Greeting from NW-Army-Germany
Hello you two. Love you both. Nightwish Army Phoenix subscriber back here for you. This is so true... every single member of Nightwish loves performing and it comes across in the quality and attitude of their live performances. Keep these coming.
Maybe its time to discover the human side of Floor. Reunion by Kro/ncrv . Its about floor with her old classmates. And tampere. I think you really apriciate the down to earth floor. It makes you love them more. ❤
I can hardly wait when you're reaching the songs that made me become a Nightwish fan in 2004. Like 'Wish I had an Angel', 'Nemo' and 'Dark chest of wonders' from the album 'Once', which was the beginning of my Nightwish journey. Good old times ;-)
We are NIGHTWISH ARMY. Some of us are crazy and don't like reactors that say they don't like certain song. But the majority of us, has learned with Ann Waycoff, with Gabriel Bardac and by ourselfves to give a chance to new listeners. Exactly has Floor always says in her TV interviews and TV shows "Please give a chance to Nightwish and Metal Music in general", "We are not Satanic people, we love music"
Nicely said. We've seen the kindness for the most part. There are always a few but we realize that and just move on from negativity. Thanks so much for watching.
Unfortunately the record company send out a flyer with the other bands on their label, if you buy a Nightwish album, that put off my parents, they won't listen.
Nice Reaction! You are going down my path of favorites by Nightwish. The great part about where you are now is that you have MANY MORE great songs to go and other great concerts that they recorded that have other great songs that they didn't play at Wacken. Wimbley Arena 2015 Shudder Before the Beautiful - Opening Song
Welcome to the Nightwish Army, I mentioned in a comment when you first started reacting to Nightwish that the rabbit hole runs very deep, I look forward to your Nightwih reactions. 😀
You guys have quickly shot up to being one of my favorite Nightwish reactors, and it's always a treat when I see a new one pop up in my feed. Looking forward to continuing this journey with you. 👍🤟
Don't worry about adding in Nightwish songs to the rotation weekly, you won't be running out anytime soon 🤩 they have over 100+ masterpiece level songs ❤ I personally exchanged only a few comments with her, but she is missed ❤
This is in top 5 of all my favorite Nightwish performances and songs. Don't know why they didn't perform this song at other concerts up to when Marko left.
You really need to listen to "Bless the Child" from the same Wachen 2013 show... Similar to that... there is Ghetsemane from live in Buenos Aires 2018... and "7 days to the Wolves" from live in Wembley 2015... You will reach them all in time... But They are masterpieces... soooo different and beautiful...
I heard nothing but good things of Ann. Long time fan really enjoying new people discovering Nightwish even now. I can't wait until you get to The Poet And The Pendulum! Please remember to read up on the meaning before watching and try to find a video that casts the lyrics along the bottom. That one in particular I personally connect with and it means a lot to me. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
Love your reactions. Once a week is a torture. I have said this thousand times, but I couldn't be a reactor, because there is no way I could make a one song in a week if I had found NW that way. When I first heard Stargazers from their Oceanborn album in 1998, I could not have contained myself, if I had to wait a week to hear the next song 😅 So I'm happy I have always been able to listen to the whole album at one sitting. It was always enough torture to wait for the next album so long (and we didn't have RU-vid...barely internet). Of course we had some singles coming right before the album, but I always felt that was just teasing. Especially waiting Wishmaster after Oceanborn was horrible, becaus ewe only had few songs to listen to...especially me, because I didn't like their first album at that time, and there was no live recordings, so I basically listened 4-10 songs for two years 🤭
🇫🇮❤you two for entertaining us with your reaction to this song about finding hope (Floor) despite adversity (Marco). The lyrics follow a person struggling against the wild, unpredictable nature of life and the dark forces of oppression (Marco). The first verse describes the wild and unpredictable nature of a river and the courage and perseverance necessary to navigate it. The pre-chorus emphasizes the pain of being a “child of rape” and how the power of hope (Floor) can provide strength, while the chorus focuses on how the river brings suffering (Marco) but also the potential to rise above it (Floor). The second verse is a reminder not to forget hope even in the midst of great adversity, while the bridge encourages perseverance despite the pain and suffering of life. Ultimately, this song is a call to persevere (Floor's vocals) despite the chaos and darkness (Marco's vocals) of life in order to find hope.
This is the 4th best song of Nightwish IMO, right after their Holy Trinity: Ghost Love Score, Poet and the Pendulum, and The Greatest Show on Earth. 6:37 The best smile in all things Metal. 😊
Great reaction! Did hear Floor growl? She sings the low growling part on all the song when she sings with Marko! So listen out for it. You have long way to go, be patient and injoy! 🏴
Most people miss this entirely - they aren't listening for it and what new listener would expect that sound to be coming from Floor? Instances occur at about 4:55 and 6:59 of your video timeline.
