I wasn't sure what to think at first about Nightwish once again replacing their lead singer, this time with Dutch vocalist Floor Jansen of After Forever/Revamp but it turned out that she fits into the band excellently. She has a much wider vocal range than previous singer Annette Olson and has no problem performing many of the bands old songs as she also seems to be classically trained. This album has a definite theme, the argument of evolution vs creationism and how religion often inhibits peoples' thoughts and lives in general. Some may never have expected a band like Nightwish to write about such a concept as it was previously thought by some misguided individuals that they had an underlying religious persuasion about them, complete nonsense. If Tuomas Holopianen has any religious persuasion at all then I think he thinks of music as his religion, forget all the rest. This is yet another epic master peice by the Finnish symphonic metal band, I think they're a band who always put everything they've got into the music. There's not a single dull or weak song on this album, from the opener "Endless forms most beautiful" to the "Greatest Show on Earth" both featuring the voice of Richard Dawkins the songs are emotional, thought provoking , and certainly well thought out. If you're new to the band, this latest album is a good place to start as their older material can be a little difficult to listen to if you're not used to symphonic metal, whether you're familiar with them or not, if you like good music that's well written and composed give this one a try.Read full review
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I was sceptical at first because yet again nightwish decided to replace there lead singer after 2 albums. But I have to say the new lead pulls it of. This album is so powerful and moving it stirs the soul letting your imagination run wild every beat is pounding and just makes you feel alive. 5☆ from me 🤘😎🤘
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Great album that highlights the bands overall quality, great composing and as always fantastic vocals.
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Love the music pulsating symphonic rock.
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Really enjoyed CD
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