You know how it is. If I go too long without posting a Nightwish song, bad things happen. But today, let's look at something different. Yes, different. How about some...instrumental music? I am a big fan of Anette (we should all know that by now), but if a band isn't strong with the instruments they play, then what's the point of having the best vocalist in the world at your disposal? "Last of the Wilds" comes from Anette's first release with the group, Dark Passion Play, and exists as one thing. A masterpiece.
"Last of the Wilds" draws from a lot of Irish and Celtic culture; if you don't hear it, then you're lying. You're a big liar. The song is rife with the sounds of whistles, as well as the violin and even the theramin (who knew?). I like to think of "Last of the Wilds" as Nightwish dabbling with some folk metal. If you puts some words to this, sure, it might still be symphonic, but it's the folky side that draws you in and invites you to stay. You'll stay for nearly six minutes here, and you'll always be back for more.
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