Nightwish is a symphonic metal band from Kitee, Finland. The band was formed in 1996 by lead songwriter and keyboardist Tuomas Holopainen, guitarist Emppu Vuorinen, and former lead singer Tarja Turunen. In 2001 Marko Hietala joined to Nightwish as a vocalist and a bass player. In 2012 Anette Olzon (2007 2012) was replaced by Floor Jansen as lead vocals (2012–present)
Arch Enemy is a Swedish melodic death metal band formed in 1995 in Halmstad. Initially a supergroup, its members have roots in notable bands like Carcass and Mercyful Fate. Founded by guitarist Michael Amott and vocalist Johan Liiva, the band has released several influential albums, contributing significantly to the metal genre and maintaining a strong presence in the music scene.
Nightwish is a symphonic metal band from Kitee, Finland. The band was formed in 1996 by lead songwriter and keyboardist Tuomas Holopainen, guitarist Emppu Vuorinen, and former lead singer Tarja Turunen. In 2001 Marko Hietala joined to Nightwish as a vocalist and a bass player. In May 2007 Nightwish announced Anette Olzon as Turunen's replacement.
Amon Amarth is a Swedish melodic death metal band formed in 1992. They are known for their Viking themed lyrics and their incorporation of Norse mythology in their music and imagery. The band's lead vocalist, Johan Hegg, has a distinctive guttural style of singing, and their music features prominent use of melodic guitar riffs and solos. They have released twelve studio albums and are considered one of the leading bands in the melodic death metal genre.
