Human. :II: Nature.
Nightwish · 2020
81 min · 17 tracks · power metal · symphonic metal
A grandiose tapestry of symphonic metal interwoven with nature's sounds, exploring humanity's relationship with the earth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing for exploration
- immersive nature soundscapes
- dynamic journey through emotions
- reflective moments of introspection
- grandiose themes of humanity
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification
- seek standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- ecological reflection· modern societal distractions· nature's symphonic beauty
- Career context
- Released on April 10, 2020, 'Human. :II: Nature.' is Nightwish's ninth studio album and marks a notable return after the commercially successful 'Endless Forms Most Beautiful' in 2015. This album showcases their evolution towards more complex compositions and themes, integrating orchestral elements and environmental concerns.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Within Temptation· Epica· Therion
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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The Holographic Principle by Epica — Shares grand orchestration and lyrical depth exploring humanity's existential themes.Hydra by Within Temptation — Combines symphonic elements with modern themes of nature and societal struggles.The Shadow Theory by Kamelot — Explores complex narratives and emotional landscapes, blending metal with orchestral influences.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Music 7:23
- 2 Noise 5:40
- 3 Shoemaker 5:19
- 4 Harvest 5:13
- 5 Pan 5:18
- 6 How’s the Heart? 5:02
- 7 Procession 5:31
- 8 Tribal 3:56
- 9 Endlessness 7:11
Disc 2
- 1 All the Works of Nature Which Adorn the World – Vista 3:59
- 2 All the Works of Nature Which Adorn the World – The Blue 3:35
- 3 All the Works of Nature Which Adorn the World – The Green 4:42
- 4 All the Works of Nature Which Adorn the World – Moors 4:44
- 5 All the Works of Nature Which Adorn the World – Aurorae 2:07
- 6 All the Works of Nature Which Adorn the World – Quiet as the Snow 4:05
- 7 All the Works of Nature Which Adorn the World – Anthropocene (incl. “Hurrian Hymn to Nikkal”) 3:05
- 8 All the Works of Nature Which Adorn the World – Ad Astra 4:41
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