NIGHTWISH Move On With "Fill In" Singer Floor Jansen - Video Available!

After closing the Anetter Olzon chapter, NIGHTWISH has made it clear that the show must go on! Last night (Tuesday, October 2), the band performed at the Crystal Ballroom in Portland, Oregon with "fill in" singer Floor Jansen (ex-AFTER FOREVER, REVAMP). A 22-minute compilation of fan-filmed clips can be seen below.

So what happened with Olzon? Well, it seems like Olzon quit the band after the band failed to keep her on the loop regarding their decision to replace her for one show after she had a medical emergency: "I was never asked if it was OK they used Elize (Ryd) and Alissa (White-Gluz) in the show [Friday] night. I don't think it's a good decision they made and I'm sorry for those of you who came to see the whole band but got something else. But I was very ill and this decision wasn't mine."

She continued, "I got very ill and thought it was a kidney stone. I got worse in the evening and started vomiting heavily. The hospital said I should cancel the show and come straight to the ER. I was there all night and they did blood tests, ultrasounds on my kidneys and finally a CT scan. The tests didn't show why I was so ill, but probably the stomach pain has a connection with me having the flu, or just stress.

"They did find something else, though, and for that I'm grateful – if I didn't do the scan, I wouldn't know there's a big cyst in my liver and I need to go check it out at home."

This are the featured songs on the video below:

00:03 "Storytime"
03:17 "Wish I Had An Angel"
05:13 Floor Jansen introduction
05:47 "Dark Chest of Wonders"
08:28 "Amaranth"
09:14 "Scaretale"



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NIGHTWISH Drama: Anette Olzon Closes Official Blog After Leaving The Band - Last Post Available!

So the NIGHTWISH drama continues. While the band is playing it off as an amicable break up, it seems like former singer Anette Olzon quit the band after the band failed to keep her on the loop regarding their decision to replace her for one show after she had a medical emergency: "I was never asked if it was OK they used Elize (Ryd) and Alissa (White-Gluz) in the show [Friday] night. I don't think it's a good decision they made and I'm sorry for those of you who came to see the whole band but got something else. But I was very ill and this decision wasn't mine."

She continued, "I got very ill and thought it was a kidney stone. I got worse in the evening and started vomiting heavily. The hospital said I should cancel the show and come straight to the ER. I was there all night and they did blood tests, ultrasounds on my kidneys and finally a CT scan. The tests didn't show why I was so ill, but probably the stomach pain has a connection with me having the flu, or just stress.

"They did find something else, though, and for that I'm grateful – if I didn't do the scan, I wouldn't know there's a big cyst in my liver and I need to go check it out at home."

Following this breaking news, Olzon has "closed" her official blog, just hours after it was announced that she was parting ways with the group. In her final message to the fans, she wrote:

"Dear blog readers: With this I say farewell to you and this blog. This blog was a way for me, as the singer in NIGHTWISH, to keep more in touch with you, NIGHTWISH fans. Now when this chapter has ended, there is no more need for me to do this blog and from today I close it.

"I want to thank you all for being my readers for so many years, for your loving support and I wish you all a happy and healthy life! Stay kind to others and live life easy!

"Lots of love, Anette Olzon (from now on just Anette Olsson;=)"

A note from the band: "NIGHTWISH has no intention of cancelling any upcoming shows, and as a result we have decided to bring in a substitute vocalist starting in Seattle 1.10.2012. Her name is Floor Jansen from the Netherlands (ex-AFTER FOREVER, REVAMP), and she has graciously stepped in to help us complete the ”Imaginaerum” world tour."

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NIGHTWISH Part Ways With Vocalist Anette Olzon Following The Singers Hospitalization - Official Statement Available!

According to Classic Rock, NIGHTWISH's Anette Olzon was forced to sit out the band's show in Denver, Colorado, this past weekend.

Her place was taken by support band Kamelot's backing singers Elize Ryd and Alissa White-Gluz (The Agonist). Olzon explains: "I got very ill and thought it was a kidney stone. I got worse in the evening and started vomiting heavily. The hospital said I should cancel the show and come straight to the ER. I was there all night and they did blood tests, ultrasounds on my kidneys and finally a CT scan. The tests didn't show why I was so ill, but probably the stomach pain has a connection with me having the flu, or just stress.

"They did find something else, though, and for that I'm grateful – if I didn't do the scan, I wouldn't know there's a big cyst in my liver and I need to go check it out at home."

Writing on her official blog, Olzon voiced her displeasure over the fact that NIGHTWISH played a concert without her, stating, "I was never asked if it was OK they used Elize and Alissa in the show [Friday] night. I don't think it's a good decision they made and I'm sorry for those of you who came to see the whole band but got something else. But I was very ill and this decision wasn't mine."

She continued in a separate posting, "This is just music. Like life, sometimes we get ill and shows do get canceled. Rihanna wouldn't ask Britney Spears to sing for her if she was ill."

She concluded, "To think a show is more important than the humans in the band is, for me, so totally not in this world."

Today, the band has released the following statement regarding the future of the band:

"Another chapter of the NIGHTWISH story has ended today. NIGHTWISH and Anette Olzon have decided to part company, in mutual understanding, for the good of all parties involved.

"In recent times it has become increasingly obvious that the direction and the needs of the band were in conflict, and this has led to a division from which we cannot recover.

"NIGHTWISH has no intention of cancelling any upcoming shows, and as a result we have decided to bring in a substitute vocalist starting in Seattle 1.10.2012. Her name is Floor Jansen from the Netherlands (ex-AFTER FOREVER, REVAMP), and she has graciously stepped in to help us complete the ”Imaginaerum” world tour.

"We are all strongly committed to this journey, this vehicle of spirit, and we are sure that this will lead to a brighter future for everyone.

"We forever remain excited about the adventures to come, and we are extremely proud of the two beautiful albums and the wonderful shows we shared together."

- NIGHTWISH & Anette Olzon

We wish Anette a speedy recovery and NIGHTWISH the best of luck on their NEW venture!

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Alissa White-Gluz From The Agonist Saves Teenagers Life On MTV’s MADE - Watch It Now!

Already named Peta2's "Sexiest Female Vegetarian" and one of Revolver Magazine's "Hottest Chicks In Metal" in 2011, The Agonist's Alissa White-Gluz can now add yet another title to her ever-growing list of achievements: MTV MADE coach! As one of the leading women in extreme Metal, Alissa coached Julia, a straight-laced high school junior who's been bullied since middle school, on how to be a Hardcore Metal screamer --and more importantly-- how to gain the confidence she needs to stand up for herself.



Now in its twelfth season, MTV's two-time Emmy-award winning series, MADE, is all about making dreams come true. With a lot of hard work from "MADE kids" (and a little help from MTV), any goal is attainable! For more information about MTV's MADE or how to become a MADE kid, please visit their official website below.

Currently finishing-up the vocal tracking for their NEW melodic Death Metal masterpiece, The Agonist recently released 'The Escape EP', which features two songs from this upcoming full-length release. Mixed by Tue Madsen (The Haunted, Dark Tranquility, Suicide Silence), 'The Escape' is fans' first taste of what's to come from The Agonist in the new year, so be sure to download your copy at the link below.

After successfully completing their North American run with Kamelot last year, The Agonist will be back on the road again this spring with the Heavy Metal maidens in Kittie. Dates for the trek are below, so check to see when these leading ladies will be coming to a city near you!

The Agonist tour dates featuring Kittie:

- 4/10: Poughkeepsie, NY at The Loft
- 4/11: Albany, NY at Bogie's
- 4/12: Reading, PA at Reverb
- 4/13: Rochester, NY at Montage Music Hall
- 4/14: Portage, IN at Camelot Hall
- 4/15: Waterloo, IA at Spicoli's Grill and the Reverb
- 4/16: Peoria, IL at Brass Rail
- 4/17: Milwaukee, WI at Rave
- 4/18: St. Paul, MN at Station 4
- 4/19: Winnipeg, MB at Park Theatre
- 4/20: Regina, SK at The Exchange
- 4/21: Edmonton, AL at Pawn Shop
- 4/22: Prince George, BC at The Generator
- 4/23: Vancouver, BC at Red Room
- 4/24: Seattle, WA at El Corazon
- 4/25: Portland, OR at Hawthorne Theatre
- 4/26: San Francisco, CA at The Grand Ballroom
- 4/27: Anaheim, CA at The Grove
- 4/28: Bakersfield, CA at Jerry's
- 4/29: Las Vegas, NV at Cheyenne Saloon
- 4/30: Salt Lake City, UT at Vertigo
- 5/1: Englewood, CO at Moe's
- 5/2: Albuquerque, NM at Sunshine Theater
- 5/3: Odessa, TX at Dos Amigos
- 5/4: Dallas, TX at Trees
- 5/5: Houston, TX at Scout Bar
- 5/7: Oklahoma City, OK at The Roxy
- 5/8: Tulsa, OK at Marquee
- 5/9: Kansas City, MO at The Beaumont Club
- 5/10: St. Louis, MO at The Firebird
- 5/11: Joliet, IL at Mojoes
- 5/12: Detroit, MI at Blondie's
- 5/13: Cleveland, OH at Peabody's
- 5/14: West Springfield, VA at Jaxx
- 5/15: Baltimore, MD at Soundstage
- 5/16: New York, NY at Gramercy Theatre
- 5/17: Hampton Beach, NH at Wally's Pub
- 5/18: Worcester, MA at Tammany Hall
- 5/19: Boston, MA at Middle East Downstairs
- 5/20: Auburn, ME at Club Texas
- 5/21: Montreal, QC at Foufounes
- 5/22: Ottawa, ON at Mavericks
- 5/23: Hartford, CT at Webster Theater
- 5/24: Trenton, NJ at Championship Bar and Grill
- 5/25: Providence, RI at The Ruins at Coliseum

Related links:
MTV MADE
Click here to purchase The Agonist's 'The Escape'
The Agonist on YouTube
The Agonist on Facebook
The Agonist on MySpace
The Agonist on Twitter

Alissa White-Gluz From The Agonist To Be Featured On MTV’s MADE!

Already named Peta2's "Sexiest Female Vegetarian" and one of Revolver Magazine's "Hottest Chicks In Metal" in 2011, The Agonist's Alissa White-Gluz can now add yet another title to her ever-growing list of achievements: MTV MADE coach! As one of the leading women in extreme Metal, Alissa will be coaching Julia, a straight-laced high school junior who's been bullied since middle school, on how to be a Hardcore Metal screamer --and more importantly-- how to gain the confidence she needs to stand up for herself. A preview for this special edition of MTV MADE can be viewed below, and the full episode will be aired on Monday, January 23rd at 7PM EST. Be sure to tune-in to see Alissa and Julia scream, loud and proud!

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Now in its twelfth season, MTV's two-time Emmy-award winning series, MADE, is all about making dreams come true. With a lot of hard work from "MADE kids" (and a little help from MTV), any goal is attainable! For more information about MTV's MADE or how to become a MADE kid, please visit their official website below.

Currently finishing-up the vocal tracking for their NEW melodic Death Metal masterpiece, The Agonist recently released 'The Escape EP', which features two songs from this upcoming full-length release. Mixed by Tue Madsen (The Haunted, Dark Tranquility, Suicide Silence), 'The Escape' is fans' first taste of what's to come from The Agonist in the new year, so be sure to download your copy at the link below.

After successfully completing their North American run with Kamelot last year, The Agonist will be back on the road again this spring with the Heavy Metal maidens in Kittie. Dates for the trek are below, so check to see when these leading ladies will be coming to a city near you!

The Agonist tour dates featuring Kittie:

- 4/10: Poughkeepsie, NY at The Loft
- 4/11: Albany, NY at Bogie's
- 4/12: Reading, PA at Reverb
- 4/13: Rochester, NY at Montage Music Hall
- 4/14: Portage, IN at Camelot Hall
- 4/15: Waterloo, IA at Spicoli's Grill and the Reverb
- 4/16: Peoria, IL at Brass Rail
- 4/17: Milwaukee, WI at Rave
- 4/18: St. Paul, MN at Station 4
- 4/19: Winnipeg, MB at Park Theatre
- 4/20: Regina, SK at The Exchange
- 4/21: Edmonton, AL at Pawn Shop
- 4/22: Prince George, BC at The Generator
- 4/23: Vancouver, BC at Red Room
- 4/24: Seattle, WA at El Corazon
- 4/25: Portland, OR at Hawthorne Theatre
- 4/26: San Francisco, CA at The Grand Ballroom
- 4/27: Anaheim, CA at The Grove
- 4/28: Bakersfield, CA at Jerry's
- 4/29: Las Vegas, NV at Cheyenne Saloon
- 4/30: Salt Lake City, UT at Vertigo
- 5/1: Englewood, CO at Moe's
- 5/2: Albuquerque, NM at Sunshine Theater
- 5/3: Odessa, TX at Dos Amigos
- 5/4: Dallas, TX at Trees
- 5/5: Houston, TX at Scout Bar
- 5/7: Oklahoma City, OK at The Roxy
- 5/8: Tulsa, OK at Marquee
- 5/9: Kansas City, MO at The Beaumont Club
- 5/10: St. Louis, MO at The Firebird
- 5/11: Joliet, IL at Mojoes
- 5/12: Detroit, MI at Blondie's
- 5/13: Cleveland, OH at Peabody's
- 5/14: West Springfield, VA at Jaxx
- 5/15: Baltimore, MD at Soundstage
- 5/16: New York, NY at Gramercy Theatre
- 5/17: Hampton Beach, NH at Wally's Pub
- 5/18: Worcester, MA at Tammany Hall
- 5/19: Boston, MA at Middle East Downstairs
- 5/20: Auburn, ME at Club Texas
- 5/21: Montreal, QC at Foufounes
- 5/22: Ottawa, ON at Mavericks
- 5/23: Hartford, CT at Webster Theater
- 5/24: Trenton, NJ at Championship Bar and Grill
- 5/25: Providence, RI at The Ruins at Coliseum

Related links:
MTV MADE
Click here to purchase The Agonist's 'The Escape'
The Agonist on YouTube
The Agonist on Facebook
The Agonist on MySpace
The Agonist on Twitter