BAND-MAID - ANEMONE - Ryan Mear Reacts

So here's a popular request that has, for some reason, gotten ignored for months!! Anemone. What a fantastic song.

[@GaryMenzel]

Many people fall in love with BANDMAID..... BANDMAID is in love with music in totality.

[@Jonas_S_]

Those harmonies from Kanami. Just... damn. 🥰

[@powbobs]

There’s never a bad time for your kid to come say goodnight to you. Shows he loves you.

[@markyg236]

I think Kanami and Miku kind of share a part of their music brains. Miku says she listens to the music and then writes what it makes her feel. I'm sure there's more to it than that, has to be at least some collaboration, but their ability to match music and lyrics is really just ... something else. Saiki's ability to interpret and convey the emotion just hits you right in the feels. Miku was right, these 5 finding each other was a miracle.

[@VladimirChupin]

Kiseki-po! Miracle-po!

[@killiansred1000]

A happy accident.

[@himbo754]

Kudos to Miku for seeing the talent in Kanami and reaching out to her to help start the band. Miku describes it as a miracle. Kanami -- not into fashion and appearance, "clueless" -- was often overlooked at auditions, I believe. People didn't look past the surface. Miku did brilliantly talent scouting Kanami. And Kanami pulled in Akane, who pulled in Misa. Miku got three outstanding musicians and one outstanding composer when she found Kanami. No wonder Miku calls it a miracle. Her dream band, still playing many years alter. Pigeon did well. Lots of people start bands. Miku started a _marvelous_ band.

[@rdiiev6973]

Yes.. yes.. Kanami solo's... Deep, so beautiful

[@doobiejones9388]

Kanami is my guitar Hero! And such a brilliant composer! There are a lot of players that are technically better than her. But what she has is feel and emotion. She compliments the song. Makes it better. In Nashville we call leads like her's Tasty! Band Maid Forever! I'm a songwriter and I was always caught up on lyrics. Yeah they are important. But the Maids in general and Kanami in particular have taught me so much about how music compliments lyrics. I don't have to understand any lyrics to get what their songs are about! Watched this twice! Thanks Ryan! 😊😎✌🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@philcalvino884]

Anemone is basically the perfect song, and easily one of the best I've heard in my life. The fact that Kanami can then turn around and arrange it as an intimate acoustic piece, with Saiki nailing the lead vocals, is nothing short of amazing.

[@chiro-chan385]

I have cried with you in sympathy. Kanami is a superstar, I totally agree with you. BAND-MAID forever♥

[@jimcarmer1685]

You said it all Ryan, nothing more need to be said. Band Maid is the most phenomenal Band I've Heard in many years.

[@bartyslattfast]

Saiki was close to tears during the acoustic. This song grabs your heart; just the sound, even without the words the emotion comes through.

[@jamesredman1263]

She gives the song her heart and soul. True artist.

[@JuanSan66]

This is the testament of how far and how wide Band Maid can reach. That bittersweet solo of the rock version, that broken voice of Saiki in the acoustic version, the lyrics, in short, all the feeling that these girls can display ... amazing. This band is a sharpshooter. As soon as they have your soul in their sight, they do not hesitate to hit you. Kanami, guitar hero ... she is a true muse, goddess of music. At least it seems to me. Great job Ryan. I'm really enjoying a lot walking with you throughout your journey listening to Band Maid.

[@Muzicman-ut3jr]

Anemone is probably my favorite Band-Maid song! The lyrics is very deep! The acoustic live is fabulous! Great tune!

[@GR-M3]

Same here!

[@philipcable7518]

There's always someone cutting up onions in my house when this song plays.

[@yang-it-yin7002]

Great Reaction & Review! This band needs to be illuminated. I like to imagine Kanami walking in public totally anonymous, while some street reporter randomly interviews someone pointing at her and stating: "Would you believe if I told you there goes one of the greatest living guitarist in the world" I guarantee no one would believe it and that is a real shame. In fact, it should be criminal that Kanami and the rest of the Maidens are as obscure as they are. What really is criminal Band-Maid has less than half a million subscribers to their channel. Meanwhile, some kids have millions of subscribers watching them play video games. That is a real shame.

[@eaglez1901]

Amen brother. A- fukin- men

[@bandsublime9462]

I liked seeing how you gradually developed love for Kanami after many reactions. For many instrumentalists it’s typical to see one got hooked on Misa and Akane after the first listen cuz they are just great. But for Kanami, it takes a bit time and when you realize how great she is, it will be exactly like your expression right there!!

[@haggaisimon7748]

Anemone became my new old favourite song!

[@Liddledriver]

These girls bring me to years, they are so sweet, humble and immensely talented. They have a natural synergy that few bands have ever had. Always cheers me up and restores faith in humanity when I listen to them. Love the maids!

[@noborukatoh1272]

美しい曲。 そして貴方の音楽への美しい想い、、、感動しました。 いつも観てます。🤗

[@RafaelToledoM]

The acustic version is so beautiful. When you mention how the lyrics match perfectly with the song it's something that always blows me away how it works so well, Kanami writes whatever the f she wants and then Kobato finds the right words to make the song complete. P.S. Nice t-shirt.

[@rustygear447]

This song always bring a little tear to my eye. Kanami's solos bring so much emotion to the song it's crazy.

[@DeanF_MIDI]

When Saiki belts out "aishi teru!" ("I love you!") toward the end, i get full body goose bumps.

[@eaglez1901]

I especially love that Kanami stop playing while she sings that line. Adds an extra punch to it

[@kevinlane7555]

The electric version is awesome...Kanami's neck pickup tone on the solo.......The acoustic version is just heart crushing....Saiki puts so much emotion into her delivery, and Kanami's backups are so sweet and pure....what can I say?

[@realdocloco]

Kanami is one in a million. She's something else, and it's not about technique - I've never heard someone surprising me so often with unexpected guitar parts, harmonies, arrangements and of course compositions. There's so many great musicians but original ones are much rarer - and she's the very definition of originality.

[@RyanMear]

100%

[@weilima9316]

The most amazing thing though, is how she might have faded into obscurity or simply never developed what she is capable of doing today, if not for the fact that Miku reached out to her. Kanami’s songwriting is amazing but it’s only possible because of what each of the other girls bring to the table and their absolute trust in each other as well as the emotional and technical support they give each other. I also think it’s easier and less stressful for her to be able to write whatever she wants without worrying about lyrics… because she knows that Miku will handle the rest after she’s done, and well her role is just to compose.

[@GaryHolloway-810]

Great comment Doc. From film script writer to music critic extraordinaire in 3 months.👍

[@realdocloco]

@@GaryHolloway-810 😅

[@DeanF_MIDI]

She is the literal reincarnation of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

[@keithvincent4]

Goosebump heaven from Band Maid,time,after time.

[@haggaisimon7748]

I always piss off when I drive through road cameras with 40 km speed limit. The road goes nowhere, nobody cross it, yet they put f… cameras. But when I put Anemone, I became suddenly peaceful and calm, and I enjoy driving slowly, even at 20. That’s the power of this song.

[@RobinC63]

As I as watching this video a thought came to me that was, how does listening to Band-Maid make me feel. There are a ton of emotions but Anemone in particular makes me feel like I am hearing rock music for the 1st time in my life. The music that Kanami and the band put together is unlike anything else. Truly a unique, special, talented and amazing band!

[@michaelpalmer3717]

Saiki is a wonderful singer and really does justice to this lovely song but Kanami's ability as a composer and guitarist is beyond words. Not technically perfect they say - really? - but she plays with and from her heart. She can encompass emotion in her playing like no other I have heard. And coming from such a gentle, sweet soul it is pure perfection.

[@dreadogastusf3548]

"I don't know if I can take it man!" Be strong, brother. We support you.

[@roberttoomey6157]

Hey Ryan. She's My guitar hero too absolutely

[@hiawatha.g]

Caught up with this late, but thanks for continuing with BAnd Maid. I agree, Kanami is a genius, and we would never have known if not for the magic connection she has with Miku and the rest. She is also the most humble and modest superstar you will ever meet.

[@thomasboulan6475]

Like your show. BAND-MAID FOREVER!!

[@Prophet12]

Akane's drumming in the original version is brilliant. Her combinations at the right moment accentuate the sing so much! The acoustic version is beyond magical. If it doesn't give you goosebumps, then nothing ever will. Kanami's vocals are spot on. They support and highlight Saiki's vocals. They need to do more of these types of songs on future albums.

[@stevenclloyd]

imagine being in that crowd puzzle into anemone you could hear a pin drop. and such respect from the crowd not holding cell phones in the air videoing this. just being in that intimate moment.

[@VladimirChupin]

Well... Trying to record a concert is also an expression of love. People want to save that amazing live show for posterity and re-watch it many times after.

[@junnimura8382]

It is not, for those behind the camera guy that can not see the show properly 😞

[@GaryHolloway-810]

Don't worry Ryan, i believe you when you say you've only listened to the intro of "Anemone", i really don't.😏 What i do care about is your love of the Maids & you bringing their awesome music to new listeners every day with your excellent channel.👍

[@RyanMear]

Thanks, G!

[@sobabruddah7576]

One beautiful song,...two totally awesome but different versions 🥰!!! Now add Band-Maiko's version "ansan"........just an incredible band!!!👍👍🤘🤘🤘

[@dexterplant778]

The moment I heard the solo on thrill all those years ago I knew right then I was certainly going to love this band, 6 years later I'm stunned at how emotionally invested I am with regards to Band Maid, I feel a kinship with other musician's who can appreciate who and what this group of artists, pioneers, musician's, influencers are all about, thank you Ryan.

[@RyanMear]

I understand completely

[@reesereese2524]

Late posting comment . Mac was misbehaving . Very rare . This piece never fails to reduce me to tears . No matter what I my be doing I just stop and take it all in . Ryan sir you just added to the moment

[@jamie.norris]

When the screen text popped up saying "it's like falling in love, over and over again" .. I was thinking the same thing. Absolutely beautiful and amazing song.

[@lurkmerchant]

Skipping Baffalo said the similar thing in his reaction to anemone.

[@septimusseverus7237]

We have just witnessed that Kanami is able to melt Mr Ryan « holy shit » Mear’s mind and bring him to tears.

[@kairukafuka6022]

Anemone is a masterpiece. And a masterpiece that is rarely played live. Kanami's solos in this song screams so much of emotion. Not that technical but the soulfulness can felt dominantly and abundant.

[@markbrusky6239]

THESE GALS ARE JUST THE BEST.....THANKS RYAN YOU ECHO MY FEELINGS TO THE LETTER.....KANAMI IS A BRILLIANT GUITARIST.....AT 67 YEARS OLD I HAVE HEARD THEM ALL...FROM CLAPTON..RORY GALLAGHER....ETC.....KANAMI....A MASTER....

[@bryanhallman8183]

The acoustic version is one of those that reaches right into your soul.

[@edwardmcalister8743]

Ryan, I discovered these amazing musical wizards just a few months ago, and I agree with you, they put more music in one song than most other artists have in three. And don't feel bad about the tears, they do that to me too. I hope they handle success well, I don't ever want to lose them.

[@gregs_music_corner]

This is the only song we play live , my duet partner and i. We even have a video of it on KZbin :) I love this song. the acoustic version of it just reaches my innards.

[@zolitoth2458]

I watched. cool, congratulations!

[@wrcompositi]

I used to rate "Anemone" as the best ballad of theirs. For now, it's only second to "About Us". The melodies and transitions of "Anemone" feel like watching the glittering stars until the sun rises. It's so atmospheric and emotional. As for the passionate solo ... is Kanami playing her love song to Saiki? ❤️❤️❤️ And Saiki's outro often brings me to tears … 😭

[@thunderchild7137]

Gotta add here that while Miku and Saiki have such similar voices which make their harmonies some of the best. Kanami's voice is so soft and feminine I contrasts perfectly to Saiki's more powerful voice. It sends a chill through me every time I hear this version.

[@baddhorsie8318]

Mincho made a comment how she would like to write music that people 100 years from now will enjoy.... imho she has accomplished that, Kanami and Band-Maid are a gift to the music world. Hush.....Angels are speaking .

[@VladimirChupin]

Definitely. They are rising to fame rather slowly... but steadily. In 100 years, I'm sure they'll be in the common list of "classical music of the 20th century."

[@RyanMear]

Yes, they will, no doubt, be referenced in the future

[@RA57727]

A-Maid-sing, ahhhh really!!! It is so perfect how they fit together as a band and individually. As we know there are so few groups that members get along and even less that enjoy each other’s company. That translates big time when performing live - by the way - the world is waiting to be Dominated by the ladies playing live.

[@bm4-life]

I could fall into a deep pool of *BAND-MAID* songs 😊

[@davejordan4094]

I think they are the best band going. The acoustic Xmas 2021 show, will make you speechless.

[@Kissthetoad321]

Great comments Ryan. I totally agree. Kanami is a guitar rock hero (for me Jimi Hendrix is ​​a god and Kanami is a goddess). Daydreaming and Anemone are the most beautiful BM ballads I have ever heard. I am unable to choose between the two versions of Anemone. Emotionally they are both magnificent. If I really had to choose, it would be the acoustics because of Saiki's sublime and moving voice accompanied only by Mincho's delicate guitar playing (and voice). I have tears in my eyes just thinking about it. Beautiful

[@darrellroninson3476]

My Friend i have seen SRV and Jimmy page live And I absolutely Agree with you 100% This young Savant is the best all around I have seen Digitally of course but hopefully that will change! She is very special!

[@mamiackerman_1004]

@0:02~ I knew you were a psychic, because it's miraculous that you chose a female band living in the Far East from among the many stars! Gosh.. I'm literally crying :"(

[@weilima9316]

Hi Mami-San, just wondering if all is well with you? I know you’ve been a mega fan of band-maid for a long time, but I feel like you have been commenting a lot more on videos and reactions in the past few months compared to before. Please take care!

[@JuanSan66]

Love your comments. I´m so glad you are here.

[@mamiackerman_1004]

@@JuanSan66 I'm deeply thankful for your warm welcome :)

[@u28one]

Great reaction. Every time I see this acoustic version it blows me away as well as the studio version, Kanami is a rock goddess, I think her guitar style is all her own but you could say she's a cross of Santana (which she's said is a heavy influence on her), Eddie Van Halen and The Edge.

[@dragonvert3633]

In addition, the lyrics of this song by Miku Kobato, choices of words and phrasing as Japanese , would be one of her best IMO

[@markmathewssgbcpenaltyboxs6389]

Love this song and love the acoustic version with just Kanamincho and Saki even more. Thank you for listening to this song.

[@roberttoomey6157]

SiKi has won me over as a life long fan and admirer of her beautiful vocals.

[@robert-gillesmartineau1208]

Ryan! They are getting better and better with love songs and ballads while keeping up with untold intricacy! This is a sure sign, if one hadn't known it yet ,that they are attaining musical adulthood. It is becoming more and more sweetly difficult to imagine what hey will come up with next! Interestingly enough, the pandemic might well have contributed a lot to their progress with more time to work and compose and practice in spite of their unreserved love for live audiences. I absolutely concur with you, Kanami is a phenomenon already surpassing the likes of late Stevie Ray Vaughan who came many a time to Japan, Carlos Santana and even more. Wait until Misa tempts her into some Jimi hendrix's riffs! A heroine, she certainly is, and she will need all our humble support to help up her along soaring even higher in the company o her crew! No need to say I love your comments! LOL Best regards, kampai and all that! Robert-Gilles

[@RyanMear]

Thanks, Robert!

[@pitamaid]

Thank you Ryan👍

[@tommcfall1274]

I love this song so much. The music is amazing, the lyrics are heart wrenching. I have a very painful brain tumor and I start every morning with a couple of hours of Band Maid and a lot of it is my favorite reactors like you. Their musical energy is so energizing and pain relieving. I just love these girls so damn much and I love your reactions

[@RyanMear]

Tom, thank you, and I am sorry for your condition but I'm glad I can help, even if it's only because BAND-MAID gave us both something brilliant to listen to. I know if I don't get to listen to them during the day.... I'm not as good as I could be. Wishing you well, Mear

[@cembor]

Ah... I see the Band-Maid merch now. Sense posters and the Isana Kagami poster. Nice! Did you find all the member easter eggs in the Sense posters? Did you order the vinyls? Mine just showed up yesterday. Now you HAVE to do the Band-Maiko cover as well. :) This is a beautiful ballad from the ladies and Saiki and Kanami both sound glorious in this song. A very bittersweet song, imo... but those are the kinds of ballads that I typically gravitate towards.

[@garylai363]

My favorite is the line they sing at 16:10 together. Saiki sings it flatter and Kanami sings it with more emotion. Translation is: "Soaked with your kind lies, my heart Would soon destroy everything"

[@dennissabe3277]

This was my first time hearing the acoustic version, and I'm not afraid to say , I think someone was cutting onions in my vicinity. Been a VERY long time since I have been so moved by a song. And Ryan, as always, you so eloquently said what I was feeling.......Thank You... And always....Thank You to the Ladies...

[@RyanMear]

Thank you. This is beatiful

[@asklts3972]

i love your reaction. please next one is AWKWARD from BAND MAID!!

[@billb.5183]

The live version if possible. It's amazing.

[@keithmeyer9558]

There used to be a mv to this song.

[@mattdhorstman]

The Zepp Tokyo Performance from the World Domination Tour in 2018. The concert's runtime is just over 2 hours and The acoustic versions of Puzzle and Anemone are tracks 12 and 13. It is an incredible concert. I can't imagine how amazing it would have been to be there. This concert also has the versions of Onset and Real Existence that we all love. And a version of Play that is a lot of people's favorites (although I prefer the LINE Cube version).

[@geraldz2271]

Watch that concert all the time - truly great - even seeing how the crowd reacts.

[@VladimirChupin]

Some live performances of Play have an intro. The one people are familiar with is from Shinkiba Studio Coast 2017. When this song was on KZbin, it gathered finally more than a million views, before it was blocked. Line Cube Shibuya has the same intro, as well as all other live versions until recently. Sometimes they would skip it, though, and start with the main part of the song. The same intro they have used during the European tour in 2019, by the way. Just check the Hamburg recording: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKPHnIiCbpJgfqM They have changed the intro only on The Day of Maid OKYUJI. And it's pretty interesting, I should say.

[@chakouyang2545]

Saiki sounds so good here

[@cyberspooky]

The depth that this band has is staggering, wait till you hear MISA sing, not sure if I have ever heard Akane sing but certainly wouldn’t surprise me 😎 they continue to give you MORE in every department .

[@frankgonzalez4853]

this is the song i would like all 5 to sing in an acoustic setting Miku and Saiki harmonizing lead vocals Kanami, Akane and MISA harmonizing back up vocals

[@realdocloco]

Those who are members of the fan club have heard Akane sing (I mean "really "singing, not miming to Saiki ^^ ). Let's just say there's a reason she's usually miming ... Now, I'd really like to hear her plays her trombone, really!

[@cyberspooky]

@@realdocloco I have been a fan club member for a 3 years now and have only heard Akane sing messing around being a goofball lol , I heard MISA sing during the wedding skit and on a talent show appearance when she was young

[@realdocloco]

@@cyberspooky Did you watch the Endless Story behind-the-scenes?

[@VladimirChupin]

@@realdocloco Oh come on... 😂

[@4thArmoredVet]

This left me feeling the same way. It was simple and pure but totally entrancing. I love BAND-MAID like no other. They're the perfect band, IMHO

[@dennisueland8146]

The Kanami solo reminds me more of November Rain. Beautiful

[@Spintheblackcircle]

Kanami haunting solo reminds me of John Sykes of Whitesnake and Blue Murder....

[@patrickmagrady3563]

What a beautiful song. Such a treat to hear Kanami's beautiful voice. BAND MAID is phenomenal. Is there anything they can't do???

[@jamesredman1263]

They can't make bad music.

[@leekebot1802]

After discussing it with leading scientist, and several soothsayers, we have found the one thing they can't do. Fail.

[@falkarios2944]

It's going to be amazing when we have the opportunity to experience them live at a concert. I might die, but it'll be worth it.

[@masayaohazama4372]

When I listening this song I always wanna cry. Kanami, her guitar solo sounds is so emotional all the time. Thank you for react this song.

[@Snipercat_cl]

This song is one of my favorites in all versions original, acoustic and Band-maiko (ansan)

[@TheJerm]

Sat here for 20 minutes after watching and listening to this, staggered, and all that that's running though my mind is: "I'm lucky to be alive." Thank You Ryan.

[@phaeron]

Without wanting to offend Miku, but for this style of music, in this environment, Saiki and Kanami are simply an unbeatable dream duo for me. Two angels that complement each other so wonderfully and give this song a vibe that gets under my skin every time. Together with the tones of Kanami's guitar, just breathtakingly good! 💔🙏🏻 _____________________ 【 _Our rock never dies ever. Forever!_ 】- from BAND-MAID 'Manners' 🕊

[@roberttoomey6157]

Watching princess tono and SiKi there's a modern art masterpiece

[@cius2112]

Anemone is a perfect song.

[@mutt1112]

this song is a perfect moment of ZEN...

[@drogonr9318]

Wonderful reaction to this amazing song. Completely agree about guitar-hero-Kanami: to me (a very amateur guitarist) she's a generational talent who has the rare chops to make the instrument sound like a dynamic and emotional human voice. And her songwriting in this mid-tempo range is just freakishly good. I'd recommend Awkward live next (from the same Studio Coast show from your reactions to Puzzle and Moratorium). Awkward is another mid-tempo masterpiece released on the band's first written-by-them album Just Bring It, and it (esp the live version) is guaranteed to make you feel so f'n good. So you might want to save it for when you need it lol.

[@John_Yeardley]

Saiki is a great GREAT singer. Kanami...excellent guitarist. The whole band is excellent. Phenomenal talent. Thanks Ryan for this react video.

[@ikuuuuuuuuuu]

Finally. One of my favourite song from them. This ballad is too good just like daydreaming. I really really hope they put 1 or 2 ballad songs in their next album :)

[@Xrousn]

Ok, Ryan. I first started watching your reactions because of how much you enjoyed this band, and the insight you provide is really fun and creative.. I've also truly enjoyed when your doggie comes in to give you love (I think during Daydreaming), your son popped in to chat (Manners) and now this one. So when your son comes in to hug you goodnight and you don't miss a beat and you give him priority which makes it even more awesome to watch you. My kids are grown, now, and I live far away from home right now, so I enjoy watching those candid moments I also had as a parent. You clearly have great priorities. Reminds me of those times. Thanks. 😊

[@neilyamashita2426]

Can't wait!👍

[@ruudg3565]

The emotion and expression Saiki puts in the acoustic version blows me away every time I watch and hear it...

[@Someguy66-i6s]

Great reaction as always!! Nice family moment there ❤️ and fits the song so well!

[@roberttoomey6157]

I agree with you 100% she is legitimately the best over all guitarist in the world

[@DeanF_MIDI]

Anemone is my absolute favorite Band Maid song. Thank you for this, Ryan.

[@madsstavang]

This is my favorite accoustic version of any songs of theirs. Puzzle is great, but this speaks to me on a different level.

[@lautaroleftraru612]

Each of Akane's actions have meaning ... Her musicality and creativity is always at the service of the songs ... Wonderful !!

[@jimmoriarty8235]

Guessed im late sir 😅😂 Maybe im weird but this is my No.1 band-maid's song btw 😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@Ian-wd1vx]

I love your speechless appreciation whenever you react to this great band.

[@TubbysWorld4413]

anyone who appreciates Band Maid gets my Attention! Subscribed!

[@paddyofurniture4681]

You are the only reactor I return to, on occasion, for the same song. Some times you want a friend to hear/share your favorite shite with And yes I still cry when i hear this.

[@RyanMear]

Thanks Paddy 👍

[@maeseman]

Now we all want an acoustic album from them... What a wonderful performance

[@DeanF_MIDI]

Ryan... i have now watched this reaction video 6 times in 6 days. The absolute best reaction video I have ever seen, and I am a reaction video junkie who has watched hundreds (thousands?). Every bit of it is gold.. seeing this song bore into your heart in real time will never get old.

[@RyanMear]

Thank you, Dean F, this is a really special song indeed. I'm glad you enjoyed it as much as myself!

[@Thor_Iversen]

Thank you 🙏

[@psul42]

Kanami can smoke the pentatonic blues scale with bendy goodness too. She just doesn't do it often. I LOVE Kanami's harmony on the acoustic version. Such a sweet voice.