Nightwish vocalist Floor Jansen recently guested on The Heavy Hooks Show, where she discussed her solo work, the future of Nightwish, being branded as Nightwish be branded as "female fronted", and being the inspiration behind the name of a new species of beetle.

On the new Nightwish album

Floor: "Tuomas hasn't been sitting on his hands during the pandemic and wrote an entire album. We, the lucky ones, have already been able to hear the demos of that. And this is the first time in the history of Nightwish that there is an album that is basically ready for us to work on. We'll be recording the new album in 2023."

 

Jansen recently announced the release of her debut solo album, Paragon, on March 24.

This album showcases Jansen's impressive vocal range and powerful voice on a diverse collection of pop-infused tracks and emotional ballads influenced by the sounds of her career. Paragon has something for everyone and is a must-listen for fans of Jansen.

Says Floor: "‘Look at me now, I’m already there!' To renew yourself and take leaps into the unknown makes you grow. To age is a gift not everyone gets. I am a fortunate woman who got to make an album I never knew I could make. One that even defines me, where I am on my path. I have reached my PARAGON! I am so proud of this work! And grateful for all the amazing people in this beautiful life that helped me get here!"

With its mix of influences and powerful vocal performances, Paragon is an album that will appeal to fans of pop music and metal alike. It's the perfect addition to any music collection, and a must-have for fans of Floor Jansen and Nightwish.

Paragon will be released digitally and physically on CD, vinyl, and a limited edition deluxe box set. The album will be available on all major streaming platforms and at music retailers worldwide. You can pre-order/pre-save the album here.

Tracklisting:

"My Paragon"
"Daydream"
"Invincible"
"Hope"
"Come Full Circle"
"Storm"
"Me Without You"
"The Calm"
"Armoured Wings"
"Fire"

""Me Without You" video:

"Storm" video:

"Fire" video:

Following the release, Jansen will embark on a tour of The Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, and Austria in April and May of 2023. Fans can expect to hear more details and possibly some sneak previews of the album in the coming months.