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 The German Xandria is the embodiment of this musical genre, unfortunately, they produce music without the slightest depth, unoriginal and banal.

 No offense to the band’s fans, but to me, the CD seemed more than mediocre, full of inconsistent tracks.

This review critiques Xandria's 'Ravenheart' album as an unoriginal and derivative example of female-fronted symphonic metal. The reviewer finds the vocals annoying and the songs formulaic, drawing unfavorable comparisons to Within Temptation, Evanescence, and Lacuna Coil. While a few tracks are deemed acceptable, the album overall lacks emotional depth and variation, leading to a low rating of 2 stars. Discover the full review and decide if Xandria's 'Ravenheart' matches your symphonic metal taste!

 The cover 'Over the Hills and Far Away' by Gary Moore is a nice piece that sticks in your head immediately.

 The live tracks are wonderful and take on a new dimension... Tarja doesn’t miss a note and even improvises particular trills.

This review covers Nightwish's maxi single 'Over The Hills And Far Away,' highlighting the catchy Gary Moore cover and two unreleased tracks with contrasting styles. Tony Kakko's guest vocals enhance 'Astral Romance,' while the live tracks impress with energy and skill. Although best suited for fans and collectors, the release remains an engaging listen. The reviewer appreciates the musical evolution and performance quality throughout. Discover Nightwish's unique blend of powerful unreleased tracks and captivating live performances—listen now!

 ‘The Beauty and the Beast’ is the best piece of the lot and one of Nightwish’s best.

 Within its limits, it is an exciting and pleasant album.

Nightwish's debut album 'Angels Fall First' showcases a raw and innocent sound with gothic and folk elements. Tarja's young, powerful voice leads memorable tracks such as 'The Beauty and the Beast.' Despite some production flaws and less inspiring moments, the album remains exciting and pleasant within its limitations. Discover Nightwish's early sound—listen to 'Angels Fall First' and experience their gothic metal origins.

 A masterpiece. Even though more than 2 years have passed since I first heard this CD, it remains one of my favorite CDs.

 This is why Oceanborn is the group’s masterpiece, it is one of the metal masterpieces of the ’90s.

Nightwish's Oceanborn remains a top favorite for its dynamic rhythms, powerful vocals by Tarja Turunen, and dark, atmospheric tracks. Praised as a definitive metal masterpiece from the 90s, the album greatly influenced the genre and newcomers alike. Each song shines with unique energy, making it essential listening for metal fans and beginners. Listen to Nightwish's Oceanborn now and experience a timeless metal masterpiece!