Nightwish Wows Manila with Epic Live Music Experience
Nightwish delivered an incredible live music experience for their Filipino fans, blowing them away with their symphonic melodies and multi-dimensional metal tunes!
Iconic Finnish symphonic metal band NIGHTWISH, composed of members, Floor Jansen (vocals), Tuomas Holopainen (keyboards), Emppu Vuorinen (guitars), Troy Donockley (uilleann pipes), Kai Hahto (drums), and Jukka Koskinen (bass guitar), granted the longtime wish of their Filipino fans in the staging of their first solo concert in the country last March 29 at the Skydome, SM North EDSA.
As a fan of the band, attending NIGHTWISH HUMAN :||: NATURE 2023 IN MANILA was an incomparable experience with a setlist that perfectly blended their classic hits and newer songs and showcased the band’s evolution over the years.
The concert kicked off with “Noise,” the opening track from their latest album, Human :||: Nature. The energy in the arena was electrifying as the crowd sang along to every word. The band then transitioned seamlessly into “Dark Chest of Wonders,” a fan-favorite from their 2004 album, Once.
Next up was “Pan,” a powerful song with haunting melodies and strong vocals from lead singer Floor Jansen. The band then launched into “Nemo,” one of their most popular songs, which had the entire arena singing in unison.
The setlist continued with a mix of old and new. Nightwish also played a few deep cuts from their earlier albums, showcasing their diverse range and ability to keep fans engaged throughout the show.
The highlight of the night was undoubtedly the performance of “The Greatest Show on Earth,” a 24-minute epic that tells the story of the evolution of life on Earth. The band’s musical prowess was on full display during this epic song, which featured stunning visuals and an incredible light show.
Overall, NIGHTWISH HUMAN :||: NATURE 2023 IN MANILA concert setlist was a perfect mix of old and new, showcasing the band’s evolution and ability to captivate their audience. The energy in the arena was electric, and the band’s performance left fans wanting more. It was truly a night to remember.
The NIGHTWISH HUMAN :||: NATURE 2023 IN MANILA was presented by PULP Live World. Special thanks to PULP Live World for the invitation.
Words by James Dela Merced
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Amaranth, Wishmaster, Gethsemane, and The Kinslayer mentioned in this article were not part of the setlist. Clearly the writer of this article is not a fan nor listens to Nightwish.
Some of the songs you mentioned were not played, they didn’t play amaranth or gethsemane. Are you mixing this up with their Buenos Aires show?