Made in Hong Kong (And in Various Other Places)
Nightwish · 2009
116 min · 15 tracks · power metal · symphonic metal
Symphonic metal epics intertwine with poignant ballads, showcasing a blend of power and emotion.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks wave-like pacing that captivates poignant ballads for introspective moments
- Context
- Released in 2009, 'Made in Hong Kong' captures Nightwish at a crucial juncture following the departure of vocalist Tarja Turunen. This live album highlights their evolving sound and showcases the band's ability to adapt, featuring performances from their successful tour supporting 'Dark Passion Play'. It serves as a bridge between past and future, solidifying their place in the symphonic metal genre.
- If you like
- power metal, symphonic metal
Made in Hong Kong (And in Various Other Places) is an album by Nightwish, released in 2009. Symphonic metal epics intertwine with poignant ballads, showcasing a blend of power and emotion. This album is notable for its commercial success, reaching high positions on various charts across Europe. It also reflects a critical moment for Nightwish as they continued to redefine their identity after lineup changes, receiving positive reviews for its ambitious arrangements and vocal performances. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Made in Hong Kong (And in Various Other Places) sound like?
Symphonic metal epics intertwine with poignant ballads, showcasing a blend of power and emotion. Rooted in power metal and symphonic metal.
What makes Made in Hong Kong (And in Various Other Places) by Nightwish notable?
This album is notable for its commercial success, reaching high positions on various charts across Europe. It also reflects a critical moment for Nightwish as they continued to redefine their identity after lineup changes, receiving positive reviews for its ambitious arrangements and vocal performances. Released in 2009, 'Made in Hong Kong' captures Nightwish at a crucial juncture following the departure of vocalist Tarja Turunen. This live album highlights their evolving sound and showcases the band's ability to adapt, featuring performances from their successful tour supporting 'Dark Passion Play'. It serves as a bridge between past and future, solidifying their place in the symphonic metal genre.
Who is Made in Hong Kong (And in Various Other Places) for?
Made in Hong Kong (And in Various Other Places) works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, wave-like pacing that captivates and poignant ballads for introspective moments.
How many songs are on Made in Hong Kong (And in Various Other Places)?
Made in Hong Kong (And in Various Other Places) has 15 tracks, running approximately 116 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Bye Bye Beautiful Standout 4:33
- 2 Whoever Brings the Night 4:23
- 3 Amaranth Standout 4:16
- 4 The Poet and the Pendulum Standout 13:58
- 5 Sahara 6:09
- 6 The Islander 5:25
- 7 Last of the Wilds 6:30
- 8 7 Days to the Wolves 7:16
- 9 Escapist (album version) 5:01
- 10 While Your Lips Are Still Red 4:23
- 11 Cadence of Her Last Breath (demo version) 4:13
Disc 2
- 1 Back in the Day… Is Now (A Dark Passion Play World Tour 2007–2008 Documentary) 36:37
- 2 Amaranth (promo video) 3:52
- 3 Bye Bye Beautiful (promo video) 4:13
- 4 The Islander (promo video) 5:05
Release Date
January 1, 2009
Artist Origin
Finland
Runtime
116 min 0 sec
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