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	Metal-Rules.com: Pre-listening session at Finnvox Studio for Nightwish new album "Once"
		Our new stuff on ONCE mostly is based on very riff-laden song structures as well as we have never used this many classical orchestra parts for our songs as we did with the songs for ONCE.
		Making ONCE has been really hard task to make; we have been spending time to make this album longer than with any of our other albums, but I still think that the experience we have got out of this all has also been the most rewarding to us all in all.
		On the other hand, many also told me afterwards that as the sound on ONCE is so massive and monumental, they need to give a few extra spins to it in order to get it better absorbed into their minds and enjoy the album at fullest.
	www.metal-rules.com /interviews/Nightwish-April2004.htm (3258 words)

	Nightwish
		After the hiatus, Turunen rejoined Nightwish for the album Once and supporting world tour throughout 2004-2005, and embarked on a second Noche Escandinava tour in the spring of 2004.
		Nightwish's first release, Angels Fall First, came in 1997, but it was in 1998, after the release of Oceanborn, that Holopainen's incredible compositional skills reached full acclaim worldwide.
		The next Nightwish release is expected for early 2007, though without the vocals of Tarja, who was asked to leave the band in October 2005.
	home.earthlink.net /~sassypuss/id29.html (1531 words)

	Nightwish - Once
		On this 11-track release the band has kept their own style and character, yet, the Fins definitely do not repeat themselves: the new compositions show how much the band has developed, and the CD is full of nice surprises and new elements.
		Once again she shows her big class, and I respect it a lot that she dares to do new things without pushing her voice too far or sounding unnatural.
		In general the songs on "Once" are less compact than on the previous releases.
	www.xs4all.nl /~cursed/nightwish-once.htm (940 words)

	umusic.ca :: Nightwish
		You may not know Nightwish yet, but the Finnish goth-orchestral-metal band is a phenomenon throughout the rest of the world.
		Nightwish formed as, of all things, an acoustic-based band in Kitee, Finland in 1997, though they quickly switched to a hard rock sound.
		Nightwish's 4th studio effort came in the form of Century Child, which was the product of one of the most tumultuous periods in the band's career.
	umusic.ca /nightwish (599 words)

	PyroMusic.net - Review of: Nightwish - Once
		Nightwish’s have always been a little too inconsistent for me. Furthermore, their previous discs seemed to hint of a band that was unsure of what they wanted to be – Metal or classical pop.
		I guess what I am trying to point out is that, finally, Nightwish have found a happy medium between their two styles and have been able to mesh the two together without sounding forced or contrived.
		Album length aside, it is clear that Nightwish have gone for the throat with ‘Once’.
	www.pyromusic.net /index.php?p=reviews_review&review=Nightwish-Once&id=173 (667 words)

	Metal-Rules.com
		Nightwish is probably the biggest Finnish metal act today and ONCE have sold tremendously.
		Since the last time I saw the band in Malmö, I have listened a lot more to the older Nightwish albums and one thing that comes to mind every time I listen to them is that Tarja has a tendency to sound monotonous.
		The main focus was on the new album ONCE which they have taken most of the songs from.
	www.metal-rules.com /zine/index.php?option=content&task=view&id=425&Itemid=64 (1031 words)

	NIGHTWISH discography, MP3 and reviews
		One of the more successful of the many gothic/atmospheric metal bands to emerge from Finland during the latter half of the 1990s, NIGHTWISH actually began life as an acoustic project in 1996, though the drums and electric guitars were added in time for the release...
		NIGHTWISH have continued to develop their sound on 2000 album “Wishmaster”, though internal friction nearly saw the band collapse over the following year.
		NIGHTWISH also played sold-out shows in Canada and Mexico, and they made their first US appearance headlining the 2003 sold-out ProgPower Fest in Atlanta, Georgia followed by additional sold-out shows at the L’Amour IV Festival in New York.
	www.progarchives.com /Progressive_rock_discography_BAND.asp?band_id=1461 (748 words)

	Nightwish (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
		The name Nightwish came from one of the songs on their very first acoustic demo ("Nightwish", "The Forever Moments" and "Etiäinen").
		The main difference from previous albums is the use of a live orchestra on many songs, to get a stronger feeling of classical music.
		A new album entitled ''Once'' was released on the June 7 2004, along with their first single, ''Nemo'', from that album.
	www.artistopia.com /nightwish (854 words)

	METALEATER.COM - Album Reviews - Nightwish - Once
		The album was released in Europe just this past June and has already gone gold in Germany (selling well over 100,000 copies) and double-platinum in their native Finland (over 60,000 copies sold).
		"Once" does carry on with much of the same operatic vocals, amazing guitar riffs/solos, thunderous double-kick pounding and almost everything else you would expect to hear from NIGHTWISH, but the band take it one giant step further with the introduction of a number of elements not heard on a NIGHTWISH album before.
		For example, the band incorporated the use of chants, oration and flutes on one track and even hired an entire orchestra (under the direction of Pip Williams and conductor James Shearman), which happens to be the exact same orchestra that was utilized for the score in the "Lord Of The Rings" trilogy.
	www.metaleater.com /albumreviews-nightwish2004.php (1073 words)

	Compare Prices and Read Reviews on Century Child - Nightwish at Epinions.com
		Although many Nightwish fans swear that this album is their finest work, I find myself in firm disagreement with that statement.
		Those who have listened to other Nightwish albums will undoubtedly enjoy this one, though possibly not as much; fans of Epica and early Within Temptation would be smart to investigate this further, too.
		It may not be the most accessible Nightwish release, and I wouldn't encourage a stranger to the band to check this disc out first (Once may be the best place to start).
	www.epinions.com /content_220083162756 (613 words)

	Nightwish - Once : album review
		Nightwish are the band to destroy practically every musical prejudice you ever had.
		At times Nightwish make our very own Muse sound like paragons of basic, non-risk taking music, such is the broad remit they seem to have given themselves.
		Nightwish are real musicians making real music for real music lovers, whilst not being so up themselves that they forget how to write real songs.
	www.musicomh.com /albums/nightwish.htm (591 words)

	Blistering.com Review: Nightwish - Once
		A practical, yet provoking display of symphonic metal, Once is exemplary of a band firing on all cylinders.
		In fact, Hielta's vocals could be one of the decisive factors in keeping Nightwish in touch with the current metal crowd, for the added 'male' edge Hielta brings to the table is enough to convince the more stringent of listeners.
		Once is luscious, pure, and as tasteful as symphonic/opera will come, still setting new standards while picking up new followers by the handful.
	www.blistering.com /fastpage/fpengine.php/link/1/templateid/7959/tempidx/4/menuid/2 (458 words)

	Nightwish - Once - Roadrunner Records - CD
		Nightwish is fronted by a female opera singer thus creating a unique style; a combination of Opera/gothic/power metal with orchestral arrangements, catchy atmosphere and a bombastic sound.
		Nightwish's expansive sound has earned a spot in 'metal' hearts around the globe.
		Once is not the best work that they have done but despite this, the album grows with each successive spin.
	www.musictap.net /Reviews/NightwishOnceCD.htm (380 words)

	Compare Prices and Read Reviews on Once [ECD] - Nightwish at Epinions.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
		Her singing (yes, singing) throughout the entire album is clear, strong, and demonstrates the exceptional control of a trained opera singer.
		While many of the songs on the album have similar sounding guitars and drums, it's refreshing that each song is unique enough so you don't get the feeling that you're listening to the same, rehashed song (like can be experienced with many metal artists).
		Nightwish isn't your typical metal band, and Evanescense is moreso a far cry from the metal genre.
	www.epinions.com /content_170166947460 (1427 words)

	Nightwish: Once - Release Music Magazine review (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
		If "Once" were a movie, it would be the case of a huge budget pic with some problems at the script stage.
		The London Session Orchestra, that contributes bountifully (and expensively) to this album, is the equivalent of, say, Lucasfilm's FX-unit Industrial Light and Magic, making skyscrapers crumble and dinosaurs move so naturally that you hardly notice the lack of a proper dramatic structure.
		But perhaps my judgment is tainted by the awful promotion copy of the album where parts of the songs are faded to allow a gentleman to read the titles of the songs.
	www.releasemagazine.net /Onrecord/ornightwisho.html (348 words)

	.:: Oceanborn - The UK Nightwish Fanclub ::.
		If you listen to each album in order they were made, you can hear how Nightwish have progressed through, from having some acoustic tracks on 'Angels Fall First' to having heavier tracks as on 'Oceanborn' and 'Century Child'.
		Nightwish have agreed as a band never to play this song live because this song is very personal to Tuomas and he would prefer not to play it live.
		Any Nightwish album can be bought first, but it has been recommended on the official message board to buy them in chronological order, that way you can listen to the progression the band have made over the years.
	www.nightwish.org.uk /faq.html (1514 words)

	Amazon.co.uk: Once: Music: Nightwish (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
		If you are new to Nightwish, this album may take a little getting used to, their music is like nothing else and hits you pretty hard.
		This is an extremely well produced album from start to finish with segments of orchestration working to awesome effect with the heavy riffing of the guitars.
		Once is an incredible achievement for Nightwish and there isn't a single track that disappoints or feel you want to skip.
	www.amazon.co.uk /Once-Nightwish/dp/B00024BHTC (2002 words)

	Once - Nightwish – Music at Last.fm (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
		This album is a sad try to get mainstream attention.
		I can only hope that their next album is more like Oceanborn was.
		In my opinion, their last album is also their best one.
	www.last.fm /music/Nightwish/Once (142 words)

	Nightwish at Musical Discoveries
		Nightwish's sound is unique in the way it blends the aggressive heavy metal sounds of electric guitars and lush sythesizer- based symphonic and orchestral arrangements with operatic soprano vocals.
		Nightwish tour extensively and their live performances are said to be among the best in symphonic rock music today.
		Nightwish has continuously shown their capability to create new elements out of surrounding dimensions and they certainly do it here again for our pleasure.
	www.musicaldiscoveries.com /reviews/nitewish.htm (4911 words)

	BLABBERMOUTH.NET - NIGHTWISH Film Video For 'I Wish I Had An Angel'
		NIGHTWISH are currently in Germany filming the video for the song "I Wish I Had An Angel".
		The song, which is expected to be released as the second single from the group's upcoming album, "Once", will appear on the soundtrack to the new movie "Alone In The Dark", starring Christian Slater and Tara Reid.
		Nightwish has been a band that has made really good records, and has been touring many countries with a huge succsess...they have a lot of talent, supported in Tarja's voice.
	www.roadrunnerrecords.com /blabbermouth.net/news.aspx?mode=Article&newsitemID=22862 (574 words)

	Amazon.co.uk: Once: Platinum Edition: Music: Nightwish (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
		As I have said, this is my favourite Nightwish album as it's the biggest they have ever done.
		Nightwish have been around for a long time, but I didn't discover them until I lingered in the Metal section of HMV and picked up a cover which intrigued me. It showed a gothic statue of a angel, slumped over in despair.
		Nightwish combine heavy metal rifts with full orchestral score and the soaring vocals of classically trained frontwoman Tarja, and it sounds so right that you can't believe you've never listened to it before.
	www.amazon.co.uk /Once-Platinum-Nightwish/dp/B0006BLJ26 (2063 words)

	NIGHTWISH "ONCE" --- THE MUSIC SYNDICATE
		On first listen, Nightwish seems to fall into the same genre as Evanescence, Lacuna Coil and The Gathering – female-fronted metal band with symphonic and gothic overtones.
		With Hietala's dual contribution to the band (bass and backing vocals), they were able to put forth some of their darkest, most aggressive material ever.
		Despite their underground status in the U.S., Nightwish recently finished a sold-out stateside tour (playing 1000+ seaters) in August and September, and plan to come back as soon as possible.
	www.thesyn.com /metal/general6/NWISH_once.asp (586 words)

	Amazon.com: Once: Music: Nightwish (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
		It was bound to happen - Nightwish's recording budget increased, and the Finnish quintet added an entire orchestra to their new album, thus forging the most epic and powerful doom album to ever be released.
		The album is very similar to their previous release, Century Child, but with strings, horns and woodwinds in absolutely every nook.
		The guitar-work on the album is far from impressive and, if the orchestra were removed, many songs would sound very similar.
	www.amazon.com /Once-Nightwish/dp/B0002ZYE1Y (1857 words)

	Tartarean Desire - Nightwish - Once - review by Cseke Róbert (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
		Although many predicted that Nightwish would never get through their second album, they managed to grow to become the most anticipated act at festivals everywhere, and one of the few who got their songs out of the underground and straight into the top spots of the charts.
		The songs are much more powerful than on any of the previous albums and they are also a lot better written than any of the songs we were used to hearing from them.
		Once again Nightwish seem to demonstrate that their skills and ideas and, most of all, determination are not to be overlooked and underestimated.
	www.tartareandesire.com /reviews/Nightwish/Once/2181 (223 words)

	Once by Nightwish CD
		anyway, i heard the "once" album and i was blown away.
		This album smokes as well as supporting supurb ballads.Tarja will be very hard to replace and most Nightwish fans like myself will miss this beautiful woman's voice.
		Nightwish is an interesting group, and I look forward to future releases.
	www.cduniverse.com /search/xx/music/pid/6779562/a/Once.htm (431 words)

	Oceansouls of America - Home (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-15)
		Once Upon a NIGHTWISH - The Official Biography 1996-2006 is a book about 9-year-story of the band.
		Year 2005: Holopainen’s Nightwish is selling gold around the world and playing to overexcited audiences everywhere from Asia to America, critics are praising the total breakthrough-album ”Once”, and the band has become Finnish national treasure, a beloved export article that is listened by not only metal music lovers but babies and oldsters.
		Ollila has followed Nightwish’s career from the beginning and travelled along with the band for example in Norway, Sweden, Germany, Austria, England and the United States.
	www.nightwish-osa.com (478 words)

	KNAC.COM - Reviews - Nightwish Once
		Nightwish was formed in Finland in 1996 and has enjoyed success in their native land.
		Now with the release of their new album Once, Nightwish is looking to conquer the international market.
		This could be Nightwish's breakthrough or it could just be the beginning of this bands evolution.
	www.knac.com /article.asp?ArticleID=3485 (717 words)

	Nightwish : iSOUND.COM™
		Formed in Finland in 1997, sumptuous goth-metallers Nightwish were founded by keyboardist Tuomas Holopainen, initially to create acoustic music.
		They released their debut album, 'Angels Fall First', in Finland in 1997, and in 1998 it was released throughout Europe.
		Latest album 'Once' (2004) was to be the band's first taste of mainstream fame in Britain, where they are touring in early 2005.
	www.isound.com /nightwish (206 words)

	Nocturnal Horde - All Reviews
		At first I thought the album title was kinda boring but this album is very much like a fairytale.
		On “Once” Nightwish are accompanied by a massive orchestra directed and arranged by Pip Williams.
		With “Once” they have climbed high in the charts around Europe and are more popular than I ever thought they would be when I first heard them many years ago.
	www.nocturnalhorde.com /review6.html (542 words)

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