Old but gold. An absolute shame none of them could find a better way, but 16 years later Tarja has her daughter and husband, and has cultivated an illustrious Solo career. And 7 years later after this concert, Nightwish would acquire the talented Floor Jansen; who only needed the perfect musical partner for the World to finally discover her. Turned out to be the best for all parties involved.
This is the most emotionally intense concert you'll ever see. Tarja gave her absolute 100% for their Home audience. She's simultaneously both relaxed, yet intense, charismatic, and fully enjoying herself and the fans. The Men play with everything they have, knowing this will be their last concert with her...just wanting to be able to enjoy it one last time. How they once must have been in happier days. Knowing now what would happen then, goosebumps last the duration of the entire concert. Tarja's vocals are perfection. Planet Hell is exhilarating. The Phantom of the Opera is electrifying, there is no singular performance I've ever seen that will top it. Marko matched Tarja's 6th Octave notes in his 5th Octave. The Siren is spellbinding. Slaying the Dreamer radiates a dark intensity. Kuolema tekee taiteilijan and Creek Mary's Blood are somber melancholy, and Tarja's voice renders them achingly, tenderly beautiful. This Ghost Love Score is pure regal, tragic, gothic, majestic beauty. By the end, the Choir crescendos to the point you drown in it; Choir and Orchestra are the focal point, Tarja's voice acts as another instrument to highlight the main melody's beauty.
You'll notice the band members giving Tarja looks throughout, and you can tell what they're thinking. End of An Era is a Live study in human pathos, set to incredible music and two of the most talented vocalists in the Music Industry. Both of whom are not there anymore. They only played their cover of Pink Floyd's High Hopes for their last tour and concert with Tarja, and haven't played it since. It's a breathtaking cover and an absolute must hear.
This is ***THE*** legendary performance of Nightwish's career, and Tarja's finest hour. And sorry Floor fans, this Ghost Love Score is better.
