BAND-MAID Awkward (Live)

[@MaidFrenzy]

Luv this song. "Matchless Gum" from the same concert is a MUST. Just another example of Kanami goin off in her own little world with a crazy solo that doesn't fit but fits perfect. She's a genius.

[@DrumAttic]

I added that to my list!

[@geoffb5]

One of my favorites. Great.

[@DrumAttic]

Mine too now! Thanks for watching!

[@JayDeeMC]

This song has so much character. As the song goes, it really does flow from one thing to another, but each one is more energetic than the last.

[@DrumAttic]

Character! That is a great way to describe this work of genius!

[@MusicMike747]

Back for more. I did enjoy this one. A deep cut that has been off my radar, unfortunately. Back on, thanks to you! Not as “catchy” or straightforward as many of Band Maid’s songs, which is probably why it doesn’t get as much traction outside of hardcore fans. But holy crap. What a creative song! Like you said, the groove is deep in the beginning. I could put that on a loop and jam over it for days. And then there’s Kanami’s four note motif, a little bit R&B, a little bit rock and roll? Then a wild punk rock, Police/Blondie segment…what’s happening? Finishing up with the original chord structure and Kanami delivers in her signature style. A completely different type of solo from what we hear on rock records. If you didn’t know she’s inspired by Larry Carlton and Carlos Santana before, you probably do now. 😊 Thanks for sharing the Maids with everyone today 🤘🏽

[@DrumAttic]

Glad you liked it! I feel like it should have more traction as it is, like you said, a super creative song! I really enjoyed it! But, honestly, there's not been a single Band-Maid song yet that I haven't liked!

[@TomClark-Futoura]

Awkward -- a beautiful Band-Maid song somewhere between unexpected and masterful. Thx, Eric!

[@DrumAttic]

I love that! Thanks for watching, Tom!

[@surfingasongwave]

@2:43 It feels like somethings about to happen, but it's just forshadowing @4:29 this is the real deal, and you're ready for it. The drum roll into the solo, and one of Mincho's best, into the last chorus, and Mincho's bonus outro solo that's, like you said, smooth like butter. What a great rock song and what a great performance!

[@DrumAttic]

A work of epic art from start to finish!

[@Davey-Boyd]

This is my favourite song by them, it's a thing of beauty.. There is only one song better than "Awkward" in my opinion, and that is the Band-Maiko version "Akasimahen" - it's phenomenal!

[@DrumAttic]

Nice! I agree that it's now one of my faves too!

[@grahamreed8774]

I love this live track. It's in my top 5, but never gets played enough. Genius composition by Kamami yet again. Kanami's outro solo just kills me- I've died and gone to heaven.

[@DrumAttic]

Yes! It is phenomenal! Thanks for suggesting this one!

[@lonniekramlich6241]

Love this song in all its various versions !! 😏♥️🎙🎸🥁😎🤘

[@DrumAttic]

I'll have to check out some of the other versions! Thanks for the visit!

[@lonniekramlich6241]

@DrumAttic Yeah, there's the studio, live, Band-Maiko version called " Akasimahen, " and two acoustic versions of this song !😎🤘

[@bandmaidfanATL]

I love Miku's chord work in this

[@DrumAttic]

It is superb!

[@Puyax01]

Hidden gem

[@DrumAttic]

Agreed!

[@drogonr9318]

Thx for the reaction. This is one of my personal fav live recordings by the band. Such creative songwriting.

[@DrumAttic]

It's on my fave list too! Thanks for the kind words and visit!

[@polskabob359]

Minchu is just like super chill until the end , unleash minchu mode

[@Aaronacer]

A-O bob!

[@polskabob359]

@@Aaronacer po! Aaron

[@DrumAttic]

Yes!

[@ericadrum554]

Wow love this one👌 Thanks for sharing🙏👍

[@DrumAttic]

It's so good! Glad you liked it!

[@TlanImass]

Band-Maiko's cover of this called Akasimahen is a fan favorite! Hope you can check it out one of these days.

[@DrumAttic]

You are the second person to mention that! I have added it to my list! Thank you so much!

[@TomRussell-cy6ll]

So nice to hear Miku's rhythm guitar ......she has gotten so good even at this point !!!!!!

[@DrumAttic]

She's really great!

[@johancoetser906]

Kanami's guitar...❤❤❤

[@DrumAttic]

Amazing!

[@DaElfer]

oh god i love awkward. my trilogy for them is puzzle, moratorium and awkward. the way that after each small part that they do goes into the next verse and it just keeps building

[@DrumAttic]

It really is such a great piece of music! Thanks for watching!

[@bradmenpes809]

A hard rock song based on jazzy funk. Unexpected, incredible, and brilliant. This is one of the many wonderful deep cuts on the truly great album, Just Bring It. They are best rock band on the planet. No-one even comes close.

[@DrumAttic]

No arguments here!

[@IAMisLove]

👍👍BAND-MAID 🔥🔥. 🖖❤

[@DrumAttic]

They rock!

[@waynebenedict5785]

This song is really a Kanami showcase! Love it when Mincho comes in! A overall great song!

[@DrumAttic]

It really is impressive!

[@JK-tz6kk]

Rare footage, Po! With many Band Maid songs flowing in and out of my top 3, this always remains as #1. I hope they do a refresh and extended acoustic version in March, Po! 🦍🍌

[@DrumAttic]

That would be super cool!

[@lurkmerchant]

The lead vocal Saiki Atsumi will be celebrating her 30th on February 8th 😉

[@DrumAttic]

Dang that made me feel old LOL

[@movilandia]

Hello LIKE77!!! Fantastic videoclip!! Have a nice day!!! Best Regards from Barcelona!!! Jose Movilandia 😎💥👍👍👍

[@DrumAttic]

Thanks so much for the visit!

[@daaaaaave]

I was never really into the studio version of this, but Saiki sounds like she’s in really great condition for this show.

[@lurkmerchant]

Her voice always sounds stronger or rockier live with more emotion. I didn't like studio version when I first discovered Band-Maid solely because of it.

[@daaaaaave]

@@lurkmerchant I think they’ve been getting better at recording closer to her live energy as time has gone on, like she sounds great on the Unleash EP and Shambles. Live, there’s a spectrum. It seems to take a few songs for her voice to fully warm up, and at the end of a long set, she can wear down. But she sounds totally in the zone here, and her voice sounds exceptionally warm, like you’re getting a hug from her voice.

[@DrumAttic]

This is my first exposure to this song, so nothing to compare it to, but I do love her passionate sining in the live show for sure!

[@skiddleberry]

Sweet groove. Dig it! Thanks for the vid!!

[@DrumAttic]

She's an amazing player! Thanks for watching, brother!

[@cius2112]

Love this song!

[@DrumAttic]

Me too :) Thanks for watching!

[@竹内昌彦-d4n]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@DrumAttic]

Thanks for the visit!

[@johnmatthew102]

MISA said at the time that this was her best bass line composition. Hard to believe this is seven years ago now.

[@DrumAttic]

It holds up for sure! Awesome work!

[@philcalvino884]

Simply a master class in songwriting. In 2017 they played it a lot live (when touring JBI), but it would cool if they brought it back once in a while (I mean besides the lucky-ducks in Japan who got it a few times in 2023 :)

[@DrumAttic]

“Master class in songwriting.” That is a great description! I agree!

[@bukkatyan]

I love this song.🤘🤘🤘

[@DrumAttic]

It's a great one for sure!

[@Studio-Coast_Kid]

Shinkiba Studio Coast Concert 🤩 Heh, heh heh

[@DrumAttic]

Thanks for the visit!

[@_JimS]

Ahhh, and a rare glimpse of MIKA finger picking. I'll have to watch this again to see if MISA used fingers this entire show.....it has been a while since I've watched it. If she did then I wonder when she switched to predominately using a pick.....interesting. Glad you made it back on my algorithm, It's been a while and I like your format.

[@Davey-Boyd]

This is the Studio Coast recording - you probably knew that, but yeah she predominantly used a pick. I like her pick work, it really cuts through the mix, but her finger work is just so funky.

[@DrumAttic]

I'm glad you like the format! I so appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment!

[@_JimS]

@@Davey-Boyd When you watch MISA use fingers it just seems so out of place....exception is acoustic of course.

[@dahnawa1957]

Misa playing without a pic because the song needs a soft bass line. That is Band Maid for you. It’s about the music.

[@DrumAttic]

Love it!

[@seasideave9133]

Hidden gem

[@DrumAttic]

And one that I'm glad I found!