"Nightwish - Wishmaster" is the third studio album by the Finnish symphonic metal band Nightwish, released in 2000. The album solidified Nightwish's reputation as one of the leading bands in the symphonic metal genre, featuring their trademark blend of operatic vocals, orchestral arrangements, and heavy metal instrumentation.
"Wishmaster" includes tracks such as the title track "Wishmaster," "She Is My Sin," and "Dead to the World," which showcase Nightwish's epic soundscapes, melodic hooks, and fantasy-inspired lyrics. The album also features guest vocals by Tapio Wilska of the Finnish band Sethian on the track "The Kinslayer."
With its bombastic production, intricate compositions, and powerful performances, "Wishmaster" received positive reviews from critics and became a commercial success, particularly in Europe. The album solidified Nightwish's position as one of the most innovative and influential bands in the symphonic metal genre, paving the way for their future success.
