Announce Re-Issue End Of An Era Live Release Pre-Order Available Here: nblast.de/NightwishEndOfAnEra October 21st 2005 is a historic date for every NIGHTWISH fan – many tears flowed, yet the foundation was laid for a new beginning and the ongoing continuity of the band. What subsequently appeared as the DVD titled End Of An Era was not only the final
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