Vehicle of Spirit
Nightwish · 2016
426 min · 62 tracks · power metal · symphonic metal
Epic orchestral arrangements intertwine with powerful vocals, creating a sweeping cinematic experience that defines symphonic metal.
Why this album works
'Vehicle of Spirit' debuted at number one on the Finnish Albums Chart and was well-received for its ambitious production and selection of fan-favorite tracks. The album serves as a testament to the band's global appeal, particularly through their extensive international tours. Its reception highlighted Nightwish's influence on symphonic and power metal scenes, inspiring upcoming artists within the genre.
- Best for
- epic orchestral climaxes throughout dynamic journey with peaks headphone detail hunting experience
- Context
- Released on December 16, 2016, 'Vehicle of Spirit' arrived during Nightwish's ongoing evolution in the symphonic metal scene. This live album followed their critically acclaimed studio album 'Endless Forms Most Beautiful' from 2015 and showcased the band's innovative approach to combining theatrical elements with their music. The release continued to solidify Nightwish as a leading force in the genre, demonstrating their ability to connect deeply with live audiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nocturna· Amberian Dawn· Die Apokalyptischen Reiter
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Shudder Before the Beautiful 6:34
- 2 Yours Is an Empty Hope 5:47
- 3 Ever Dream 5:10
- 4 Storytime 6:09
- 5 My Walden 5:14
- 6 While Your Lips Are Still Red 4:38
- 7 Élan Standout 4:26
- 8 Weak Fantasy 6:13
- 9 7 Days to the Wolves 7:11
- 10 Alpenglow 4:55
- 11 The Poet and the Pendulum 14:01
- 12 Nemo 4:37
- 13 I Want My Tears Back 5:18
- 14 Stargazers 4:30
- 15 Ghost Love Score Standout 10:39
- 16 Last Ride of the Day 4:49
- 17 The Greatest Show on Earth Standout 21:14
Disc 2
- 1 Shudder Before the Beautiful 6:58
- 2 Yours Is an Empty Hope 6:47
- 3 Amaranth 4:24
- 4 She Is My Sin 5:11
- 5 Dark Chest of Wonders 4:36
- 6 My Walden 5:15
- 7 The Islander 5:05
- 8 Élan Standout 4:27
- 9 Weak Fantasy 6:19
- 10 Storytime 5:42
- 11 Endless Forms Most Beautiful 5:10
- 12 Alpenglow 4:56
- 13 Stargazers 5:11
- 14 Sleeping Sun 4:45
- 15 Ghost Love Score Standout 10:36
- 16 Last Ride of the Day 4:58
- 17 The Greatest Show on Earth Standout 22:37
- 18 Weak Fantasy (Vancouver) 6:18
- 19 Nemo (Buenos Aires) 4:30
- 20 The Poet and the Pendulum (Mexico City) 13:58
- 21 Yours Is an Empty Hope (Joensuu) 5:47
- 22 7 Days to the Wolves (Espoo) 7:19
- 23 Sleeping Sun (Masters of Rock) 4:36
- 24 Sahara (Tampa Bay) 5:53
- 25 Edema Ruh (acoustic) (Nightwish Cruise) 5:47
- 26 Last Ride of the Day (Rock in Rio) 4:50
- 27 Élan (Sydney) 4:19
- 28 Richard Dawkins Interview (Wembley) 7:31
Disc 3
- 1 Shudder Before the Beautiful 6:34
- 2 Yours Is an Empty Hope 5:47
- 3 Ever Dream 5:11
- 4 Storytime 6:09
- 5 My Walden 5:14
- 6 While Your Lips Are Still Red 4:39
- 7 Élan Standout 4:26
- 8 Weak Fantasy 6:14
- 9 7 Days to the Wolves 7:12
- 10 Alpenglow 4:56
Disc 4
- 1 The Poet and the Pendulum 14:02
- 2 Nemo 4:37
- 3 I Want My Tears Back 5:19
- 4 Stargazers 4:31
- 5 Ghost Love Score Standout 10:40
- 6 Last Ride of the Day 4:50
- 7 The Greatest Show on Earth Standout 21:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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