The Dark Element - 'Songs The Night Sings'

Directed, Filmed & Edited by Patric Ullaeus
MakeUp by Tara Linn
Gaffer Henke Hjälm

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THE DARK ELEMENT is a musical project featuring vocalist Anette Olzon (ex-Nightwish) and Finnish guitarist and songwriter Jani Liimatainen (Insomnium, Cain's Offering).

“Songs The Night Sings” takes off where the self-titled debut left off, with immaculate vocals from Anette and fabulous anthems written by Jani.

"It’s a thrill that we’re releasing yet another album and for me it’s been even easier to record this one since me and Jani now know each other really well. For me, this album is bigger and better and I believe the ones who liked the first one will really like this one too. All I can say is that I already long to do another album. Hep hep!" says Anette.

Jani adds, "I think the album is very heavy, but still hyper melodic, and this time we are even exploring new musical territories we didn't on the previous album. Now that me and Anette have one album together under our belts, we have found the style we want to pursue and also the ideal way of working together. Given all this, I think it's safe to say that with this album you'll get even more of what made the first album so good, only it's gonna be bigger, better and bolder!"

THE DARK ELEMENT made their live debut in June 2018 at the Sweden Rock Festival in Sölvesborg, Sweden. They also completed a short Japanese tour and performed at the Frontiers Rock Sweden festival in October at Fryshuset Klubben in Stockholm. More tour dates are planned for this upcoming album, so expect to see the band on stage again soon.

Since word of this project initially got out, fans were frothing at the mouth with anticipation for its arrival. And no wonder considering the talent involved! Anette is widely known for being the immaculate voice on the hit albums from Nightwish, “Dark Passion Play” and “Imaginareum”. Jani has recently been busy in Insomnium as well as Cain's Offering alongside Stratovarius singer Timo Kotipelto, but left a deep mark on the minds of all power metal fans thanks to his time in Sonata Arctica. The resulting debut album released in November 2017 took no time to prove that the resume of the individuals involved did indeed add up to the musical output.

Tracklisting:
1. Not Your Monster
2. Songs The Night Sings
3. When It All Comes Down
4. Silence Between The Words
5. Pills On My Pillow
6. To Whatever End
7. The Pallbearer Walks Alone
8. Get Out Of My Head
9. If I Had A Heart
10. You Will Learn
11. I Have To Go

Line-up:
Anette Olzon - Vocals
Jani Liimatainen - Guitars, keyboards, programming
Jonas Kuhlberg - Bass
Rolf Pilve - Drums

Produced by Jani Liimatainen

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[dursunnar]

As someone who got chance to interview Anette, I can easily say she's one of the most sincere, humble and down to earth human beings I've met in my life. And it really warms my heart to see that she's now in a band where she can show her creativity and showcase her talents.

[Pentarax]

Annette's doing great with The Dark Element, Nightwish is doing great with Floor, and Tarja's solo career is still going.

Whatever differences/problems they've had, I'm glad all three vocalists/bands are living their best lives now.

[mariadiezmari]

Come on guys, we need a new album from The Dark Element. I love your songs. 😃

[garudamuda]

Thank's Jani for bring her back to us! 🙏

[Lynnarduina]

I never got what "limited range" to criticize Anette was supposed to mean. Her voice is gorgeous. She reaches super highs (Storytime) and lows (Slow Love Slow). Her live performances (I've seen her twice with NW) are uplifting, warm and energetic. She's kind and accessible (I was on front row and she hugged and kissed with some girls next to me, then held my hands as I congratulated her.) Without any effort, without any growl or screaming or operatics, her pristine, unique and expressive voice gets to your heart. She hits the right chord naturally and that makes her powerful. Yet the people bring out reasons for hating at her by the thousands. People are mad, and that's no news.

[powskier]

Anette is a better singer now than when she was in Nightwish.

[alexrios]

The perfect pairing of Anette and Jani. Both world class musicians. Chemistry is off the charts. Hopefully with more budget and 2 albums under their belts, a bigger tour. Let's let the label know that we want to support this awesome band. Buy the album like I will.

[Yuviley]

She sounds, looks and feels way stronger and much more confident then ever. I'm happy for her and the song is really fitting and amazing! Great work!

[joshriley]

As someone who enjoyed Anette's albums with Nightwish, seeing her fulfill her potential warms my heart. She is extremely talented, and doesn't deserve the backlash she got. And anytime I see Jani is doing the guitar, I know it will be good. I have no idea how this escaped my attention until now, but I am glad to have finally found them.

[Rene]

A mix of sonata Artica and Nightwish... with a beautiful Anette..😍

[Alagueesia]

Ex-singer of Nightwish and ex-guitarist of Sonata Arctica ? YES PLEASE.

[ioannissofianidis]

We love Anette olzon greetings from Greece and Germany

[Zukkoyaki]

There's a chemistry and confidence here that Anette seemed to lack during her time with Nightwish (I say that as a big fan of that era). This just feels far more... natural and a better fit for her. Glad to see all parties doing well and making great music!

[fabianhiga]

OMG! Anette back in time 20 years. She looks so beautiful.
We will waiting for your South American tour, specially Argentina!!

[rottenkreature]

Hahah I do love Anette she is cute and humble. This band and good people is what she ever deserved!!

[Sevrion]

Omg she looks hauntingly heavenly here!

[DigitDani]

The lyrics of this song: Pretty much the most complete guide to a fulfilled life.

[jantzenallen]

No ones talking about that amazing guitar solo and guitar tone

[leaxrom]

These are the eras after Imaginaerum we needed ❤ love Anette

[FrankCoffman]

"Songs The Night Sings"
I used to wish and wonder everyday
Close my eyes and see where it would take me
I'd get lost in my dreams when I was a girl, was a child

Restless heart and mind still open wide
Running careless under clear and blue skies
Even then I did know that one day I would

Walk away from the ones who'd enslave me
Every pain, every soul who would stain me
Leave behind little town where I once swore
I will never die here

Through the forest of green I will wonder
Underneath starry skies I will slumber
I will climb every hill, every mountain
Till I've seen them all

I wanna live the stories I write
See the whole world with my own eyes
Take the unknown trail
And hear the songs the night sings

I wanna feel the flame when it burns
Wanna feel the pain when it hurts
Take the unknown trail
And hear the songs the night sings

And now that I've seen just a little, not a lot
But I know who I am and who I am not
I could weep for the ones who stumble through life like they're lost

Heedless hearts and eyes that must be blind
Living joyless under pale and grey skies
I just want them to know that right now they could

Board the ship, hoist the sail, weigh the anchor
Set a course right towards the horizon
We can sail every sea, every ocean
Till we've seen them all

I wanna live the stories I write
See the whole world with my own eyes
Take the unknown trail
And hear the songs the night sings

I wanna feel the flame when it burns
Wanna feel the pain when it hurts
Take the unknown trail
And hear the songs the night sings

I wanna live the stories I write
See the whole world with my own eyes
Take the unknown trail
And hear the songs the night sings

I wanna feel the flame when it burns
Wanna feel the pain when it hurts
Take the unknown trail
And hear the songs the night sings

I wanna live the stories I write
See the whole world with my own eyes
Take the unknown trail
And hear the songs the night sings

I wanna feel the flame when it burns
Wanna feel the pain when it hurts
Take the unknown trail
And hear the songs the night sings