Nightwish
Awards & Honours
102
Awards Won
3
Honours
3
Rankings
4
Covers
3
Records
Nightwish's achievements are staggering for a symphonic metal band. With over 10 million records sold worldwide, they stand as one of the best-selling Finnish artists of all time. Their induction into the Finnish Music Hall of Fame in 2018 cemented their status as national treasures. The band has won 65 major awards, including multiple Emma Awards and recognition from international bodies. Their ability to sell out arenas globally and maintain a dedicated fanbase for over 25 years speaks to their enduring legacy.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Finnish Music Hall of Fame Induction
Inducted as the 11th member, recognizing their contribution to Finnish music culture.
Guinness World Record
Recognized as the best-selling Finnish band of all time.
Platinum Certification
Received Platinum certification for Once in multiple countries including Finland, Sweden, and Germany.
Rankings & Lists
Greatest Metal Bands of All Time
Top Symphonic Metal Bands
Most Influential Metal Bands
Magazine Covers
Metal Hammer
September 2026
Nightwish: 30 Years of Symphony
Kerrang!
August 2024
Floor Jansen: The Voice of Nightwish
Vanity Fair
November 2021
The Evolution of Symphonic Metal
GQ
June 2019
Nightwish: Beyond the Stage
Records & Feats
First Metal Film in IMAX
The film accompanying Imaginaerum was the first metal documentary/film to be screened in IMAX theaters.
Best-Selling Finnish Band
Nightwish holds the record for the best-selling Finnish band of all time with over 10 million records sold worldwide.
Most #1 Albums in Finland
The band has achieved #1 status on the Finnish charts for every studio album released since 1998.