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Angels Fall First is the debut studio album by Finnish symphonic metal band Nightwish. The original 500-copies limited edition features seven tracks, two of which are not on the regular edition. More by Wikipedia

Originally conceived as an acoustic project by Tuomas Holopainen, Angels Fall First evolved into a full band effort with the addition of Tarja Turunen’s classically trained soprano vocals and Emppu Vuorinen’s melodic guitar work. The result is a raw yet atmospheric blend of folk influences, power metal elements, and early symphonic textures, setting Nightwish apart from traditional metal bands of the time.

Musically, the album leans heavily on fantasy themes, mythology, and poetic storytelling, drawing inspiration from nature, dreams, and emotional introspection. Tracks such as “Elvenpath”, “Angels Fall First”, and “Tutankhamen” highlight the band’s early fascination with epic narratives and layered compositions, while acoustic moments reveal a softer, more intimate side of their sound.

While Angels Fall First lacks the polished orchestration of later Nightwish releases, its authentic and experimental character has earned it a cult following among longtime fans. The album documents the formative stage of the band, before large-scale orchestras and cinematic production became central to their identity.

Today, Angels Fall First is recognized as a historical cornerstone in Nightwish’s discography — an album that captures the innocence, ambition, and creative curiosity that would eventually shape the future of symphonic metal.

Tracks

All lyrics are written by Tuomas Holopainen; all music is composed by Nightwish.

No.	Title	Length
1.	“Elvenpath”	4:38
2.	“Beauty and the Beast”	6:23
3.	“The Carpenter”	5:56
4.	“Astral Romance”	5:11
5.	“Angels Fall First”	5:34
6.	“Tutankhamen”	5:30
7.	“Nymphomaniac Fantasia”	4:45
8.	“Know Why the Nightingale Sings”	4:13
9.	“Lappi (Lapland)”I. “Erämaajärvi” (2:15)II. “Witchdrums” (1:19)III. “This Moment Is Eternity” (3:12)IV. “Etiäinen” (2:33)

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