This Nightwish Playlist offers a comprehensive journey through the evolution of one of the most influential bands in symphonic metal history. Curated to highlight the band’s most iconic songs, this playlist captures Nightwish’s signature blend of orchestral arrangements, heavy metal power, cinematic atmosphere, and emotional storytelling.
This Tarja Turunen Playlist celebrates the career of one of the most iconic and influential voices in symphonic metal. Known for her classically trained soprano and dramatic vocal presence, Tarja Turunen played a pivotal role in shaping the sound and identity of the genre, particularly during her years as the original lead singer of Nightwish, and later through a rich and diverse solo career.
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.
