BAND-MAID - ATLANTA - Ryan Mear Reviews

This is my review of the BAND-MAID May 19th Atlanta, Georgia, USA show!! Included are a few inteviews with some fans from the line and my thoughts on the show. Also, some okay camera work from me with not near enough pictures. I think, after hearing what I have to say, you will understand why I didn't take many photos or video. Other people have been just fine doing it. I wanted to watch these masters of music as closely as possible.
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[@realdocloco]

It reminds me of my feelings after my first Band-Maid concert - "the best concert of my life" and it took me a week to come down a bit. Even years later, I still think it's in my top 3 concerts (as an example, another contender is AC/DC in 79!). Thank you for your report Ryan, very genuine and full of love.

[@billb.5183]

Kanami had that hilarious crazy eyes look during the Tokyo Garden Theater "Afterlife" solo 🥰

[@estherbrowne2017]

The awakening MinchoMode when her eyes opened widely .. was like The Beaming Lazer comes out from her eyes

[@GSpotter63]

How did I find BAND-MAID? I was downtown Seattle for a cultural event weekend and saw a group of very cute Japanese girls dressed in amazing cloths doing a photoshoot down on the waterfront. I had no idea who they were at the time. But some months later (maybe even a year) while browsing KZbin I ran into their video "Dice" and recognize them from the Seattle encounter. I knew after just a few bars of Dice that BAND-MAID was going to go big someday. I started looking them up on other social networks and found their Facebook account. After making a comment on how good they were I got an immediate reply and I had a short happy bubbly conversation with somebody obviously not an english speaker who called herself "Miku". It was not until I found out the names of the members a few hours later that I realize who I may have been talking to... My heart was pounding for the rest of the day....

[@RyanMear]

Wow!

[@leunex6042]

As Ryan said... WOW... 😮

[@philcalvino884]

Wow indeed! Unless you're talking about last year, sounds like your first encounter would have been when they played Sakuracon in 2016, their first US concert. Which is pretty dang cool. You probably already know that a lot of wandering-around-Seattle-as-Maids footage got cut into the Before Yesterday MV.

[@GSpotter63]

@@philcalvino884 Yes I know.. I saw them sitting on the bench near the docks in the MV. I would have stuck around longer but I was with a lady friend at the time.... You know how that goes... haha

[@philcalvino884]

@@GSpotter63 lol, can't go back in time, but that's still pretty dang cool.

[@Glynthepin]

Thank you for your review. So glad Band Maid are wowing the crowds and playing well. You never know a main stream US Radio Station might play oner of their tracks. Ha ha, wildly optimistic!

[@breakpack]

Wow, this show was AMAZING!! I was watching in awe as they all were in the zone performing (when I wasn't cheering my head off, lol)! The crowd was so pumped!! We all got into it, feeling every bit of it!! I also want to add, after they left the stage, we were chanting "One more song" and "encore!" They lit up Atlanta that night! I can't wait 'til they return!

[@hubertcumberdale2651]

Yeah it was a shame they didn't end with "Thrill".

[@bryandevito5120]

Thanks for the fair coverage Ryan. Aki said she feels like she met a celebrity before the show. Aaron saved us a spot and tell him we said thanks. I love Band Maid fans. We are the best people.

[@Aaronacer]

Bryan, I was asking you above in Ryan's pinned comment what Aki's name was. It was a blast hanging out with you guys and your son.

[@TomClark-Futoura]

Thanks so much for the interviews and for going into detail about your experience, Ryan! That night is going to be hard to beat... or forget! I don't think any guitarist from any other band plays as many notes as Kanami. She works harder than we think. But she's also a pro with her own songs so she's got the power and stamina... as do all the Maids. 🤘🤘

[@user-tn3wb3zl3b]

Well said as usual, mate!

[@mjelks4227]

One day, I shall see the ladies. I swear on Great Odin's Beard! Thank you so much, Ryan.

[@paddyofurniture4681]

Oh yeah Saiki. This was my first live show in Austin, so no prior comparison, but Saiki almost sucked ALL the oxygen out of the room, she was mesmerizing I could almost not take my eyes off of her. Besides her incredible powerful voice, her stage moves, those swinging expressive arms, her emotive facial expressions, she sings with such emotion and feeling. But this is BM and the other 4 ladies are impossible to ignore, impossible. This is THE band in the world right now, there is no one I would rather see, no one.

[@jan-ovepedersen5764]

Totally agree with you 🙂I'm a bass player but I cannot take my eyes off Saiki, she is so powerful and commanding on stage. MISA MISA MISA MISA, but Saiki is queen 🙂

[@patrickmagrady3563]

I couldn't agree more!!!!!

[@leunex6042]

Yay.! I'm in your video. Po.! Always an honor to ba part of your Band-Maid journey. Many thanks, Ryan.!

[@cecilthetermite]

Great review and fan responses Ryan

[@rockandrollrockandrollrock6930]

AHHHHHH! I'm finally seeing them on Monday and it's been such a long time coming I still can't comprehend that I'm going to be face to face with them!

[@cmst3403]

さすがRyanさん。日本語が上手いですね。 You should know that you have some Japanese fans who recommend your channel. So good job with the Japanese translation.

[@RyanMear]

Thank you so much!

[@EM-vh6nj]

Glad you enjoyed the concert. I'm attending their May 24th show in Detroit. Really looking forward to seeing them live. I've enjoyed your reactions (along with Wave, Champ and Alan) and appreciate your keen insights. Po

[@Leingod123]

What about listen "Secret My Lips" live, I think you get goosebumps throughout the song, right?!! I'm jealous of you!!

[@ThouDailyBlab]

Thanks for uploading and describing the show for us. Nice interviews in the line too. Fascinating how everyone found them. I clicked on them 2-3 weeks after you did, so I really appreciate your reaction videos along the past 2 years. I would love to upload footage from an Australian show next year! Here's hoping.

[@davidcampbellii6342]

Once again, thank you for the report on the concert! Too awesome, so many fans and so many reactions during the live discussion. Thanks Ryan and everyone in attendance for the show, thanks for sharing your experiences! Much respect🤘

[@Kissthetoad321]

Thanks Ryan. You are the best Band Maid promoter. I haven't missed any of your insightful videos of musician reactions to Maids songs since 2021. One of the reasons I became a Maidiac. The main one being of course the talented rock of these five phenomena.

[@gregs_music_corner]

I really enjoyed the interviews and the recap of the show. No bs as usual, just how you really felt. Please do that more often! Can't wait to see them live in Otaru!

[@Altmetall666]

Thx again, Ryan, for letting the fans of the far outskirts of this planet (europe) take part in this. Much appreciated 👍🍻🤘

[@Aaronacer]

Wow! Great job putting this together so quickly. I am really glad you got Bill's name, as I could not remember it from when we were all talking by the bus. Fun reliving those interviews so quickly. And Brian and his lovely wife (I am sure Brian will see this so please remind me of her name) were a pleasure to watch the show with, as I had a Japanese translator standing next to me because of her, but more importantly I was able to watch their enjoyment, especially with "Warning", "Daydreaming", and "Memorable" (along with 16 other songs). And seeing our buddy Bill stand up and give a standing ovation for his favorite song, "Choose Me", was another cherry on top. Fun times.

[@RyanMear]

It was great to see you again, my friend, and I probably wouldn't have done the interviews of you hadn't been there😉

[@Aaronacer]

@@RyanMear twas merely a "nudge".

[@bryandevito5120]

Thanks for the kind words. Such a fun day. You and Ryan made it even better. See you next time.

[@3WWizard]

This was a great video to watch. Sounds like you really did enjoy it a little extra for me on my birthday as I mentioned on Twitter. Also got me super hyped for my turn in August. I also recognized those guys from the Dallas Nemophila show. I remember at the Dallas Band-Maid show, I thought I would be watching Kanami and Misa the most, but ended up being completely enthralled by Saiki, so I kind of understand what you mean. Hope you enjoy the MWAM show!

[@Moodiac67]

That's a great shot of Mincho at the 10.10 mark, Ryan. You looked tired and slightly emotional! We British fans can only watch and dream.....

[@jenniferread7562]

This is so much fun to hear your thoughts about it all.. Happy it went so well. 😁

[@randylockey6017]

First of all, thanks for the interview! Great review of the show. I was in the same row as you but between Misa and Miku. It was great to see Misa do her thing up close, she is quite intense. The sound overall was fantastic but I could hear the bass solos better than the guitar solos until they switched sides. Still it was excellent overall. And of course I could see Miku very well and she really seemed to be having a blast. I agree with the Akane assessment. She was hard to see and everytime I tried to get a decent shot of her Miku would block it. The queen Saiki was on point and seemed very relaxed, it is hard to take your eyes off of her as she commands the stage. I ready for them to come back! Anyway, thanks again Ryan and it was exciting to finally meet you! Rock on brother!

[@sixtofive]

These will be memories that stay with us for a lifetime. Whatever comes next, these early days will be special.

[@JuanSan66]

Glad you enjoyed the experience. The girls are giving it their all this year! It's fantastic to see so many fans giving love to them and nurturing their belief in World conquest. They deserve it!

[@mattl1826]

Great video! Hearing you talk about the show is exactly how I felt last week during the Houston and Austin shows! Pure Joy! I’m glad you had a great time! From your video and other’s I watched today the show looked amazing. It’s a testament of how great this band is, that I can see them multiple times and still be jealous. I do have tickets for 3 more shows. I can’t wait until August!

[@PaulEngineer]

Ryan, cool. A script too!? A great mix of off-the-cuff footage and sharing your excitement.

[@nogarddragonkin]

Glad you got see what looked to be an awesome show.. not jealous in the slightest 😭

[@metalyuki]

Ryan、アメリカのBAND-MAIDファンはかなり熱い🔥ですね❗️ 彼女たちの音楽を聴き、5人の姿を見ていると、なぜかhappyな気分になります 私だけでしょうか？

[@rocotocloc]

Hey hey hey, are you using my gifs without permission?, i'm calling my lawyer right now LOL Jokes aside, it was great to see that you have such an awesome day!, also good to know that Band-Maid gets better and better with every okyuji. Lots of folks on discord are saying the maids are at the top of their game setting the bar higher with every new tour, so it's great that you had felt that too!

[@charlessummers8041]

I was there to, my first Band Maid show, it really was the best show anybody could have asked for, truly an amazing band, I will be at the Charlotte show, thanks for the video

[@paddyofurniture4681]

I'll add same comment one of your interview guys said, I've been with you Ryan since I discovered BM about a year ago. I really love hearing reactions from folks who play and understand music, whereas I just love music as a listener- I've learned a lot and helped me understand ever better and enjoy even more. I was at the Austin show, same deal, the show was amazing and the sound was perfect, the ladies were on fire and the crowd was very loud and it was awesome. I really feel like the US breakout is happening now and the momentum is snowballing. Enjoy these smaller venues now cuz may not happen again.

[@bandmaidfanATL]

Wow, you actually got to Fantasyland. I have been going in there since I was around 13, so around 1980. And the same 2 guys still work there. It was a great show, wasn't it?

[@chrisconley7748]

Thanks Ryan! The Show sounded amazing just on your description alone, wish I could have been there. I'm looking forward to seeing them again finally on Saturday at PointFest, even if it is probably going to be the short set, it will be worth heading to St. Louis.

[@maeseman]

Hi Ryan! I agree with your commenrs about Saiki. I think something clicked inside her at the last US tour. Specially at the last show in Chicago. You could see the emotion and the gratitude in her face. And that has carried on to this US tour. It was my 3rd concert and 2nd with my daughter. Interesting to see so many families there, grand/parents with grand/children; some for the love of rock some for the love of anime but I'm sure all for the love of Band-Maid!

[@billhallisey7298]

Ryan, It was great meeting you. You're the first reviewer I saw on KZbin and have followed you, the Gaijin Guys, and the Maid New Network since. Thanks for helping me get in the show after my ticket got lost in the Ticketmaster app. I hope you keep the t-shirt I gave you and the Maids keep the gifts I brought them. I understand from the event staff, the band was going to take the cooler of beer with them on the bus when they left. They good thing was Miku didn't drink the tequila before the concert, so if Nashville is a mess, sorry NOT! I'll keep viewing you and the other guys and making comments.

[@bryandevito5120]

I ended up on the second tier holding a spot for another first time BM fan’s wife who was vertically challenged, to give her a line of sight to see Saiki. Easy day for me as I was watching Saiki most of the show. You are fucking awesome RM!

[@falconsooner]

That was great Ryan! Really enjoyed that

[@azumanoan]

Thank you for your review. I wanted to go to the concert too.

[@harryshaw9584]

I must have been to about 9 shows since 2018 and as a Musician always just appreciated the ear candy the girls give, but in the last few concerts in LA and SD last year, Saiki started to mesmerize me more and more and am now a full fletched fan of hers, I guess Miku's Magic Spell spilled over to Saiki.

[@jeffersoncosgrove1910]

Sorry I missed you at the theater, Ryan. It was pretty freakin' crowded on the floor and it was kind of hard to find anyone beyond the group around you. My 12 year old got some pretty good video of a few spots in the night. With some luck she may actually allow me to upload it. 🤣

[@RyanMear]

That's great!

[@Raiden-R]

BAND-MAID fan's ability to communicate is amazing.😆❤

[@DavidMISAMISAMISACook]

Ryan Ryan Ryan! Really Really Really Happy for You (seriously no sarcasm) Brings Me joy to watch someone like You just enjoying the moment!

[@rabidrhyno7787]

I was at the Atlanta show, also. My first Band-Maid show. My first concert since The Pandemic. Fantastic!!! I started to cry when they came out on stage, I was so happy! Fantastic!!!

[@melocitysolo9574]

Thank you so much for sharing your excellent report, Ryan. It is very interesting and fun to hear the stories of each fan.🤘

[@jan-ovepedersen5764]

Thanks Ryan for your review. The waiting time is killing me, will see them at Zepp Shinjuku and Yokohama Arena. I was lucky an won the lottery three times this year.

[@user-td3fo3ff1h]

Ryanありがとう！

[@mikec1757]

I was about 10 feet to your right and I had the best time also. That kick drum was thundering and I loved every minute. Sorry I missed you.

[@GaryHolloway-810]

Thx Ryan. I don't need to say anymore.😊

[@carlosretamal1567]

Sugoi¡¡ so jealous...we can't wait to see them in Chile¡¡¡

[@nogarddragonkin]

Haha I told you befit you first seen them. Just to Kanamis side of Saiki is the best spot 😂

[@Blanzalot]

it's just wonderful to see how much you and the Gaijin Guys have direct influence on the fanbase. thank you Ryan. i bet the ladies know who the gaijin guys are.

[@greylocke100]

Was that Michael Harbour in the background of your first interview?

[@Bulbagaba992]

Thank you for this video, Ryan san! Great to see your interview of fellow maidiacs in Atlanta. I highly appreciate your feedback of the concert. I’ve seen a couple of fancams and the crowd reception was really energetic, I bet it pumped up the ladies too! Oh well, to folks like me in SE Asia I have to rely on YT and most specifically your vids, to be up to date to the 10th anniversary tour!☺️🤘🏻

[@Prophet12]

Thanks for the report Ryan. I am really hoping to hear Secret My Lips in Detroit. I know they have added it to the set-list. Only 3 days to go until I see them again. 😃

[@thisismadness6962]

Thanks for this post. I appreciate the time you put into it. I saw them in Austin Monday, they were great. Can't say enough about Saiki. Seeing Kanami live was probably the biggest treat. Even with Saiki there, Kanami often owned the stage for the Austin crowd. It's a tough audience in this town for guitar players -- well, the statue of Stevie Ray is the closest thing we have to a founders monument -- but she owned it. She is often so far back in their recording mix that I didn't fully realize how much she plays throughout every song. That said, they were all on fire. It was their second stop. I hope the new lighter tour schedule helps them keep up the energy throughout.

[@lordvorador5735]

I'm glad you had a great time Ryan! It seemed like a hell of a show with a killer set list! The Maids are on FIRE this tour so far!!! 🤘🔥

[@satocalbee8857]

A cycle in which the band-maid's music makes people who listen to it smile, and they give smiles to the band-maid.

[@flip.flap.]

Thanks for the interview! I looked even goofier in that maid outfit than I thought, lol. It was worth it, though! I can't wait until I get to see them play again!

[@hiawatha.g]

Congrats on the great experience. Looking forward to seeing them in August (3rd time). They are truly a miracle.

[@mattdhorstman]

Was really great to see you again. Hopefully I'll see you again in August. PO! :)

[@user-tn3wb3zl3b]

Ryan Mate! Took at last the time to enjoy the whole reaction! So much great fun to watch and listen to Maidiacs! Great pieces of history, too. Band Maid, I'm sure, will check it one day and be so grateful! A superb addition to your reaction channel! Looking forward to more! Best regards, Robert-Gilles

[@RyanMear]

Nice to hear from you again, Robert-Gilles!

[@ultraseven28]

Thank you for the review the concert was awesome finale I can say I have my first concert of band maid

[@user-tn3wb3zl3b]

Ryan mate! A big thanks as usual! Will comment soon later after a good viewing! Waku waku/getting excited! Best regards, Robert-Gilles

[@reesereese2524]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@GSpotter63]

Watching a first time reaction KZbin video is as close as you can get to discovering them all over again for yourself...... Short of hitting yourself in the head with a hammer... haha ! See you all in Portland...

[@cembor]

Great seeing you again Ryan! Great job with video even though you had my ugly face in it.... lol. Speaking with Colin, the VIPNation rep, in Nashville on Sunday, he said that on this tour Atlanta was "hands down the best" show they have had. That makes me very proud of my hometown that we both, sold out the show, and gave the ladies an amazing show they won't forget. Also, an update on Bill's gifts that he gave to the band. Colin was there when they received the gifts and he said they were SUPER excited about them, TORE into the boxes and kept shouting "SUGOI!!!!" So his efforts were well received with the band.

[@RyanMear]

That's great to hear!! NIce, I hope that he sees this. I think I have his email, I'll let him know

[@RyanMear]

Good to see you too, it was great to see my new friends again!

[@zelbinian]

HEY MOM I'M IN A KZbin VIDEO

[@ShinOh-Fuji]

現在、昨年10月そして2月のTHE LAST ROCK STARSのLosangelsとNewyorkでのオープニングアクトに次いでのアメリカLIVEツアー中ですが日本での彼女達の知名度がまだまだなのが納得でません。

[@RyanMear]

They are getting there! Over half of my viewers are from Japan and most are from Tokyo

[@cmst3403]

First (super thanks.)

[@RyanMear]

Thanks so much!

[@user-bs6qr7sc4g]

え MISAくつ履いてる？ MISA wearing shoes?

[@bryandevito5120]

She was not.

[@curtisrrobles7885]

Ryan!!! Ryan!!! Ryan!!!

[@user-shuntokumaru]

ちゃんとしたファンがついてくれてる。

[@chakouyang2545]

Ryan, you should go see Wave in Minneapolis and band maid

[@albert2000]

Sup Ryan.

[@llixivet]

You need to warch atarashii gakko “Otonablue” first take

[@RyanMear]

I have already!

[@kyles5513]

I love this band but man they have some weird fans..

[@RyanMear]

Every band has weird fans

[@lordvorador5735]

My guess is at least one person, probably many, have met you in real life & thought YOU were weird too... "weird" is subjective, my friend. 😉

[@kyles5513]

This is what I mean. King gizz fans: cool as fuck. Band-Maid fans: mostly cool, but lots of sensitive ones too. Or too many I should say. And most won't say that because of the backlash they'll get but I don't give a shit. In other words, I f'n love Band-Maid, but man are some of their fans ridiculous.. )my opinion of course(

[@kyles5513]

@@RyanMear and for the record, I actually like your reactions because you don't seem "fake" or "overreacting" when it comes to reactions .

[@sjd1968ca]

Hey Ryan, I'm pretty sure your voice can be heard in some of the Atlanta show MC videos on @warmedolive4315 KZbin channel. You were probably standing right beside him.

[@RyanMear]

Thanks, I'll have to check it out!