BAND-MAID / Blooming (Official Music Video) MUSICIAN REACTS!

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[@JulesTheHuman]

Did you like this more in-depth first reaction? Let me know and hit that subscribe button😊

[@crapstirrer]

I appreciate the wisdom.

[@1972cd]

I did enjoy the more in-depth reaction Jules. A little note about this song, Each person wrote their entire part for the song and Kanami (She is the primary composer for most songs with each member contributing) blended what they did together for the song which could be why it really tried to pull you in different directions. Have a good one!

[@normanweaver7935]

Deffo. The reactors I subscribe to are mostly professional musicians because of what they bring to the conversation. Also, early on I needed confirmation that I hadn't just been bewitched... Nice job on this

[@pema22]

Love it. This is just the kind of reaction I like most. Not too much and not too short. As a non-musician with bad ears i'm always very interested to hear about all the "special" things a band does that usually go unnoticed .

[@bobespirit2112]

Loved it! Definitely enjoy hearing what you hear as a musician! This is a special song in their catalog - some of their highest level playing up to this point of their career - then they wrote the Unseen World album and the Sense EP - and took it even higher. We are lucky to be living in the era of Band Maid - they are carrying the torch passed from the likes of the great bands like Rush, Zeppelin, etc. Never dull. A special group of musicians. 🔥🤷🏻‍♂️😎

[@kicorse]

Your reaction was spot on for me, doing justice to an incredible song. People just going "wow" is okay too, but when you have the ear to provide instant insight, which you obviously do, you've got to use it. EDIT: You're going to feel proud of the "final project" comment! Each band-member wrote part of a song, and Kanami (who usually writes the core of every song) put them together to make Blooming.

[@spaolozzi53]

The years Kanami spent in classical training were not forgotten when she began writing for Band-Maid. There is an orchestral quality to her songs and arrangements, themes are developed, not merely repeated. Well spotted BTW, This song was a project, she set the band 'homework' and had them all contribute ideas and then wove them together into this masterpiece. Not just the guitarist every band needs, the composer, arranger and producer every band needs.

[@RetiredInThailand]

One of my favs of Band-Maid! Not that they write any bad songs, but in no particular order, and for different reasons, 'Blooming', 'Choose me', 'Day Dreaming', 'Gion Cho', 'Manners' and ;Wonderland' just blow me away. Out of those, 'Gion Cho' is the surprise song that I really shouldn't love so much as my favorite of the band, being a guitarist myself (a lot of Scotish, Irish, Cape Breton fiddle tune experience) is Kanami, for both her playing style (as you said, just what the song needs) and her arrangments! 'Gion Cho' really doesn't even have a guitar break, so the fact it turns up on my all time favorite list is a bit strange ... but the reason for this is: It was the start of when Kanami started asking that the other members take a more upfront role in playing, writing and arrangements, so she made sure to give the singing, Bass and Drums some extra room to show off, so she kept her guitar playing well off in the background and relatively simple. Meanwhile you got one of the first hints at how good and how diversified the rest of the band really was ... Gion Cho is a masterpiece showcase of what the band could still accomplish if Kanami decided to take the day off, and even though I love Kanami and she is my fav of the band, they would still be my favorite band without her (please God, don't ever let that happen!!)

[@Kelven486]

I think analyzing like this is good. There's already thousands of reactors that don't have the musical background/knowledge who just watch the video, go "wow that was great!" and then end the video. For someone who does NOT know much about music theory and composition (like me), it's nice to get someone to explain to me WHY it sounds so good, lol. If you wanted to kind of do both, you could listen to the songs twice in the video... Once fully without pausing, giving your initial reaction as the song goes, then replay it but pause at points you want to talk about. With this, people who don't care about the analysis and just want the "wow that was great!" reaction can get their fix and then leave after the initial listen, and us who enjoy hearing someone who knows what they're talking about pick apart the song can get that as well. Although, it would make your videos a fair amount longer, so I'm not too sure how you'd feel about that.

[@davidmejia7908]

I'm sure others have mentioned it but Kanami is the master mind behind the compositions coming up with the tune and generating the riffs and licks. And letting everyone else add their specialness to the song making it a total collaboration in each song. Maybe that is the secret of their sound, they all take part in the overall sound.

[@phaeron]

'Blooming' is a masterpiece and still gives me more energy than any energy drink out there. 😜🤘🏻

[@josephthompson4245]

The format you are using here is great. Anyone can sit there and say "Wow!" To have someone with musical knowledge listen to something and then relay what they hear in layman's terms for us non musicians is far more interesting, so keep it up! As someone else has mentioned you should definitely check out the MV for Warning! As I think it will tick all the boxes for you, but you should also find Giovani, both the studio version and also the instrumental.. Pretty sure that one will fry your brain.

[@kidchyron]

Here's why this level of "in depth" is great: I can't speak for every reaction video viewer, but for me videos like this are like turning your friends on to this new music you've found, and watching them react favorably is just the best. And when someone like you, who has musical knowledge, points out important details with the kind of understanding and specificity you have in this video, it's like our musician friend telling us unmistakably, "That cool bit that you love in this song? I totally hear it too and I totally get why it's a big part of why you dig this." Great stuff, keep up the good work!

[@lautaroleftraru612]

Jules, I'm a music lover, but not a musician... So anything you can contribute, that isn't too technical, is appreciated... also, it allows us to reinforce the idea that Band Maid really is a different band, not not only with talented musicians, but also as amazing songwriters. Great reaction!!!

[@davestafford8273]

Jules, I agree with the other commenters that we enjoy the more in-depth analysis and your musical insights. Fun fact: drummer Akane played trombone in high school before she started playing drums.

[@ViiOlet810]

My favorite part of this reaction is the way the colors in your room matched with the video 😍 This is one of my favorite songs, hands down my favorite video and all of your commentary was very interesting. Don't be afraid to go back in the video to hear a section again, these songs are good and it's fun to discover all the crazy stuff they put in them ❣️ I can see a Maidiac in the making in you! 😎 Rock on, Po! 🕊️🤘😎

[@BMfansince2020]

Love you being analytical!! There are so much awesome treasures hidden with Bandmaid's music novice like me fail to uncover. But with knowledgeable and real musician like you guiding us is just so so cool. Keep on coming and let's enjoy more together.

[@me262talon2]

Thoughtful analysis is always appreciated!

[@monke-mk5]

13:45 well that's because kanami ask for a melody from each member when she wrote this song.

[@Paul247to]

Great job Jules, i'm sure no fan will ever complain about pauses when the reactor is actually knowledgeable and can offer insight and decent analyses . congrats on over 1k subs, you have quickly jumped the line to become one of my favorite BAND-MAID reactors. cheers

[@MichaelNolen]

With Band Maid, don't let the intro fool you, just like this one. And MISA is adding a lot of "glue" to this, listen closely.

[@mattdhorstman]

This is 100% your best reaction (to Band-Maid) yet. I know for me, and many other madiacs... the more you have to say about a song the better. The reason we flock to some reactors more than others is because they provide insight and perspective that we otherwise don't have. As long as you are saying something of substance, we're here for it. Keep up the great work. :)

[@brunobryant4846]

"geez what an absolute class in musicianship" ya said it all Jules which leaves more time for me to have more Band Maid and beer, peace and love Po 👍🎼🥁🎤🎸🍻

[@surfingasongwave]

This was one of the songs that sold me on Band-Maid. From the first time I heard it, there are so many little things that are just so cool. For example, the opening four bar riff has the bass and rhythm guitar playing E♭, D, D♭, C, B, C𝄰 (or D♭) while the top line is playing E♭, F, G♭, A♭, B♭, C𝄰 (or D♭). This contrary motion (to me) gives the impression of a curtain rising at the theater. That riff is not played again anywhere else --- until the last four bars. And when you hear it again, it's been changed a little. The bass line is the same but the top notes are B♭, A, A♭, G, G♭, A♭, B♭ and that parallel descending motion (for me) gives the impression of the curtain falling, and that E♭ major stinger is where the curtain hits the stage floor and the spotlight goes off. There are plenty of other details too, like the use of the filter mic on Saiki's voice, the volume pedal on the high guitar line in the "fly away" section, Kanami's outro solo ... where do you start?

[@Aaronacer]

Don't know if you were aware of this, but Akane is a classically trained trombonist too.

[@wolfscoat6207]

A solo has the right length, when you are longing for more. Kanami is a specialist in that.

[@zoob6510]

I know that is the trap of the pigeon hole. There is also a trap that does not make the last sound in the ending on purpose. When you get stuck in that trap, keep looking for the real end forever..

[@jerryeg327]

Great reaction. I like the info you provide. Excellent performance and Akane is on fire on the drums.

[@fastskipper777]

AND Kanami is the main composer of their songs. Yes, Kanami is a guitarist that any and every band needs.

[@Kevin6059]

Yes, we like when you go in depth. No problem stopping as long as you rewind a bit. This song to me is a masterpiece of composition with all of the interwoven themes from the awesome solo section on. And that melody underneath you were trying to hear was MISA playing up the neck on the bass.

[@ranger_a6953]

This was my favourite song (it's hard to say that really with them), but if you do Warning, go for the MV. It's a great song and absolutely excellent video production. It's on fire. ahem.

[@Puyax01]

This song is awesome, props to Kanami's writing and details by MISA and Akane . MISA basically do a solo in the whole song. The Live version (song 2) in the last concert DVD is one of my fav performances.

[@TheJerm]

Well Jules, You NAILED the analysis! Your comment "Alright, here's your final project, show me what you learned" is basically what happened with the composition of this song. In other words, what happens when one Maid gives the other four Maids homework? "Blooming" is what happens. A Master Class. Thanks man! Love this format. 🕊

[@JK-tz6kk]

It's the Akane "ghost beat" show, Po! Just the right mitre reaction. Great work, Po!

[@Glenner7]

You're very right about Kanami. Do not fear the depths!

[@haggaisimon7748]

Anemone electric, Matchless gum, Unfair game, Puzzle live, Hibana, Corallium, these are gems very much appreciated by musicians.

[@PaleHorseShabuShabu]

This is one of the first B-M songs I heard. I listened to this, "Dice," and the live version of "Domination." I had to stop myself from listening to more because it was getting late and I knew I'd devour their entire catalog if I didn't force myself to save some for later. I love Kanami's solo, but MISA is, as always, doing some great work underneath it. My wife and I are going to be seeing them in Chicago, and I know I'm going to be watching MISA most of the time no matter where I'm standing.

[@rasmuskierudsen254]

Great reaction. Yes please continue the in-depth analysis. I love their music, so it is great that skilled musicians (like you) can point out all the details and tell me why I love it😉 To be honest, it doesn't really have to be a first time reaction. I would be totally fine if you took a B-M song you already heard, and made an even more in-depth analysis.

[@garylai363]

Listen to the beginning again and then compare it to the ending. It's a similar riff where the beginning goes up and the ending goes down. Kanami's little bookends for the song.

[@785boats]

We all realise that for copyright purposes, you have to pause to avoid strikes. At least you fill our ears with knowledgeable & interesting wisdom. Your experience & talent obviously allow you to do that. Cheers.

[@KMASCII]

When you think about it, we're lucky that these five found each other. They each understand where an arrangement needs to go. It's uncanny, and so much fun to listen to. Your insights are good and confirm why fans appreciate Band-Maid's music.

[@Word509]

Just do your own thing. It's working for you. As for in depth analysis. Their are other reactors who already do this. Your style is great. It's in my opinion, the reaction of a true fan.

[@Prober61]

10:15 I believe that's MISA. (You never know when the assassin will strike.)

[@bkeith1853]

I can’t wait to see them play live in Seattle October 12. Neptune Theater

[@metalishimo6645]

BAND-MAID have everything need for a band.

[@laughingbuddha2948]

And the bass goes off too? OF COURSE!! It's Misa.

[@zocc116]

why would i watch a bando meido reactions, if i already know the song to the last detail? two reasons, really. first one is the mandatory smile in first 15 seconds. it rolls in every. effing. time. the other reason is the variety of details, people pick up on the first hearing :) being blown away by band maid is normal. but knowing and explaining, what blows you away is legit. so, keep doing it, man. also, Onset is a master piece. Rinne is a master piece. Puzzle is a master piece (if you can find it). the non- fiction days is... you get it by now, for sure :)

[@barrycounts490]

Band-Maid doesn't play like everybody else ! They play the way they want to play and that's why they have a unique sound ! I love the way they mix different genres in just about all their songs . Blooming is my favorite MV and The Non-Fiction Days is my favorite song. They are two completely different sounds well besides Saiki's voice. It's not important to me how you react , i just love listening to some of the best music in the world ! Pretty Good Reaction Jules =)

[@GaryHolloway-810]

Saiki's eye make-up has never been better than in "YOLO". Just saying.😁

[@barrycounts490]

@@GaryHolloway-810 =) The Foo Fighters are not headliners of day four at Aftershock =( They will not be there and looking for another band ! I'm still going because i have never been to California ✌👍

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@barrycounts490 I didn't think they would in view of recent events. I wonder who they'll get cos i thought it was the perfect line up for the Maids to be involved with. Can Shinedown move up? They were awesome supporting Iron Maiden at Wembley arena ( "Fly From The Inside" ) still my fave, but are they big enough now to be headlining a stage at Aftershock? I'm glad you're still going, Barry, you'll have a great time regardless :)

[@chrishill7088]

Perfect reaction for a perfect song. Most of us don’t know music like you do. Love the breakdown, helps in listening for things I’d normally miss. And spot on about Konami. She is awesome because she doesn’t overdo anything and it all fits.

[@mr.potato9449]

I think you'd like Dreamcatcher, start with the nightmare arc in order of Chase Me, Goodnight, Fly High, You and I, What, Piri

[@javiervicedo4201]

Jules...you did what we need ! Keep going and we will be with you. This is the way, your way.

[@doobiejones9388]

Band Maid Forever! Misa plays trombone. Great Reaction! 😊😎🤘

[@chakouyang2545]

She wrote all Band Maid music she put whatever fit the song not to over do it

[@cesarvillalpando7376]

The intro of this song is the same in the ending, but they played in reverse. They're genius!

[@kakqu]

if you like the eclectic check out "Unseen World's" Why Why Why and Giovanni both on their YT channel ... Band Maid never disappoints . great reactions thanks

[@cholatse6745]

Thanks for this. I think you are a great reactor worth to listen. I appreciate your insights from a trained musician standpoint. Spot on and a good amount of explanation. Blooming is a masterpiece in composition and musicianship and I absolutely adore Kanami. I'm aware that many rate fast shredding high, but in my humble opinion, Kanami is one of the most interesting guitar player I know, she can do everything what it needs to enhance a song perfectly and she's always able to surprise me with interesting lines that shouldn't fit, but she manages it to sound perfectly to the song. No bullsh***, Kanami almost never plays an unnecessary note and she's the mastermind behind the compositions. Band-Maid is one of this rare bands where every member interprets and play their part genuine perfect. No egos, every member is equal crucial for the whole sound.

[@Xrousn]

In regards to your pauses and analysis, I feel you have a very good balance between, pauses, comments, enjoyment, analysis and rewind. This was a really fun video to watch. To me, you got it just right all around. I especially like you identifying some of the intricacies you hear that sneak past me. Then when you go back, I can get it. Rock on, good sir. Rock on! 😊🎸🎤🎸🥁🎸

[@davidgilman3230]

Adding some analysis is appreciated, song like 'Blooming' have so much going on that it is nice to have another set of ears point out things I might have missed.

[@chakouyang2545]

Musician loves this band

[@lewissmith4123]

Thanks for reacting to 'Blooming' Jules. This was a homework piece from Kanami to the others. She wanted them all to write their parts and then she created this masterpiece from them. There is so much going on that I wonder if I have still heard everything even after many many listens. I would recommend 'Onset' for your next Band Maid reaction, it's an instrumental and there is more crazy tapping madness !

[@jamesredman1263]

Most us at some point realize that our favorite song by them is always the one we just heard. I don't think you've done "Alone" yet. It was the first song written entirely by the band with no outside composers that management allowed them to record, and they worked really hard to make it impressive, and I think it still is. On the same album that "Freedom" studio cut was on, which had lyrics by Miku and melody composed by an assigned composer.

[@EM-vh6nj]

This was a fun reaction/analysis combo. This format suits you well. I feel each reactor has to find their niche. The 17 minutes went by fast. Never be afraid to pause a lot. If someone wants to just hear the song then they can just play the video. As a Maidiac, I've heard the songs multiple times. You pointed out some aspects of the song that I had previously missed. Keep up the good work.

[@glenmartinez5158]

In depth, in depth, in depth.

[@stevekane4922]

Sokoninaru are the "play the pause" dudes. Definitely going to like them. Even more virtuoso and cerebral yet catchy. Less mainstream. Just three-piece.

[@Paul247to]

I would love to hear your deeper dive into the very first song written and approved by the record label by Kanami/BAND-MAID it's called "Alone" and it was the last song on the "Brand New Maid" album 2016 it's a huge milestone video to the maidiacs and it's an awesome song. from then on 99% of the music is BAND-MAID written. also of interest is BAND-MAID "Alone" MV was released on Feb 14(Valentines Day) cheers

[@lonniekramlich6241]

Kanami, is the composer for the band but she has absolute trust in Akane & Misa to do what a song needs. Saiki for her part waits to hear the drum line before attempting to figure out a lyrical melody, ie ; cadence. Miku writes 99 % of the lyrics & gets her guitar ques from Kanami. You do a great job, bro. ❤🎙🎸🥁😎👌

[@alxvdark]

Saiki's singing-she's got incredible stamina and vocal control. I'm not sure when she's breathing in many of these songs. In some of their crazier songs, she's holding the whole thing together (because all four instruments are off doing separate things-it's practically a sound cloud in songs like Different and Black Hole). But Saiki's carrying the melody over all of it.

[@Bodneyblue]

Oh..and Akanes drumming is FIRE!...(I'm a drum guy).

[@DavidMISAMISAMISACook]

MISA MISA MISA!

[@RTEcalcite01]

Great Great reaction as usual. Just the right amount of in depth analysis. Probably one of their best and interesting band arrangements. I think that Band Maid must have a "Hive" mentality to contemplate the changes in the arrangement. The genre is Band Maid.

[@nooyck]

Kanami Tapping from Hell !!!

[@aljfin]

I don’t mind the pauses at all when you actually have something to contribute. This was a good reaction analysis offering explanations for various parts that those of us without training can better understand the appeal. Also did you show your dad any of Misa yet since you mentioned he’s a known bass player.

[@JulesTheHuman]

No not yet!! I was curious to see if he’s up for a reaction video OF HIM and to see his reaction to Misa & Band-Maid. I think that would be cool. Gotta find the time tho!

[@aljfin]

@@JulesTheHuman that would be pretty cool. Especially if he’s someone a lot of us might recognize haha. I haven’t gone through your whole library yet to see if you mention him by name but I did catch you mentioning your dad plays bass :). If you do get him to react you’d want something with a bass heavy intro like Dice or this other one live that I’m sure someone here can name real quick. There’s some bass up front and a little back and forth between Misa and Kanami but those may be different videos haha.

[@RA57727]

I'm going to echo what I've read so far, continue with your analysis as you did on this song - Blooming. I loved your comments about how Band-Maid 'plays the silence well' and how they take a different route than what you anticipate. I don't know if everyone thinks the same way but to me, a reactor should provide information/ideas about the song that others had not considered or did not know (such as those of us that do not have a musical background). I like this reaction and obviously your comments.

[@rizmancorpuz]

I'll make an analogy which I hope makes sense. When I'm watching games (insert sport), I enjoy the play-by-play announcers because they create feelings and emotions in me that go with the flow of the game. In addition, I like the color announcers as well because they analyze and explain how and why things are happening...Reactors that have expertise in music or singing should add that to their reaction in addition to describing their feelings.

[@PaulEngineer]

G'day Jules - great reaction - this one of the Maid's tracks that demands many listens just to appreciate all the parts and layers, and continually being surprised. And great to see a musician feel the same way. Your style is great when you keep that balance, definitely some "value add" in there. There are some great analyses out in YT land and they all seem to find something different, so we can't get enough!

[@zabriabubakar5982]

You watched/reacted to BANDMAID, LOVEBITES, its time for you watch/react to NEMOPHILA MV songs Revive, Dissension, Raitei, HANABIE - song We Love Sweets (watch/react to this song first) 🤘

[@Bodneyblue]

1 or 2 members of BM played trombone!.....wish I could remember which..Akane & MISA I think....but my brains mush so...

[@randymcmillen647]

Akame plays trombone. MISA plays trumpet po.

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@randymcmillen647 Yep & MISA can also play piano same as Mincho....super talented Maids :)

[@Bodneyblue]

@@randymcmillen647 Thanks Randy...I knew that but couldn't remember which played which..so just threw both names in..hehe. My brain has been rather battered as such in past few years so I find remember things I read trickier than I used to.

[@randymcmillen647]

@@GaryHolloway-810 Yarg- now that I have have your attention, can you please try to contact t-shinji and ask him to ask Band-Maid's management to stream the U.S live shows to overseas fans?

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@randymcmillen647 "Yarg" got my attention straight away.😆 I'll give it a try. He's got more sway with B-M's management than me (Probably cos his surname is Shinji & mine's Holloway). International live stream tickets for their US tour would sell like hot cakes. They must be having some of the bigger venue shows Pro shot so it'd be a massive opportunity missed not to....Randy you're a genius.👍

[@TomRussell-cy6ll]

Hey man....there is nothing worse than a reviewer bopping his head and saying how much he likes it....and thats it !!!! Being a trained musician, you can bring a view that most people don't really hear. I have gotten to the point that I will only watch reviews of musicians because they can appreciate how well written and performed Band Maid songs are. And in regards to songs....I think this one is an absolute masterpiece of Kanami's writing !!!!!! the song is so perfectly written that it blows me away overtime I hear it.

[@patrickdoyle1862]

you are doing a great job.

[@billhallisey7298]

You're fine dude. An in depth analysis of a song I've heard a few times is not going to change my enjoyment or appreciation of the song. You now need to start purchasing Band Maid t-shirts like the rest of us.

[@curtisi4403]

For a full feel and lots of hidden notes watch Kanami play this on Band-Maid Prime.

[@Space_Ranger]

Queens of the dramatic pause! There could be whole videos dedicated to just how they do pauses and change ups. It's the bait before the hook.

[@elevown]

Thanks for the reaction and more in depth discusion about it :) You didnt mention it but I think Kanami's solo - good as it is in itself- is really enhanced by Akane's drum accenting/supporting it all the way through! I just love how their combo sounds- it would be a lot less interesting imo without that cool rhythmic drumming behind it.

[@gradyshmalady8284]

Great reaction my dude! you nailed many of the Band-Maid staple "gimmicks". You are correct about Kanami understating her parts behind the rest of the music, sometimes to a detriment of the sound (low mix in live performances). This is my favorite Band-Maid song, it has all the ingredients Band-Maid love to sprinkle into their music. I look forward to more! Thanks.

[@andersmorell5396]

Reaction videos are about to tell us what you think. Sometimes there is more to tell, sometimes there is less. Simply replaying a content is not that interesting imo. This was perfectly fine. Take the time you need in your videos to explain to us what you like to say.

[@jaycon505]

Thats what bandmaid is and always be.

[@mkoose]

Great reaction. I think you found the goldilocks zone for your reactions. I absolutely loved it this way.

[@kairukafuka6022]

Great reaction and analysis. Yes, more of this type of reaction. Go deep. And if you can, go deeper. xD This reaction is quite rare because all other reactions are basically doing the same thing, just playing the music video without stopping (they stop only to breathe or to prevent copywrite strikes) and just enjoying the song. It can get quite boring and repetitive. A deeper analysis while reacting is a rare medium for reactors. Blooming was written by all 5 of them. They submitted a melody, both instrumental riffs and vocal melodies, to Kanami and she magically forms them into this song. That's why it's constantly changing. You now get why Kanami is a mad scientist, she puts in crazy stuff but still fits everything and goes well. And then once the arrangement is finished, Miku then puts the lay down with her pen and writes masterful lyrics.

[@wanderleyjesus6772]

Please continue your in depth analysis. Blooming is my second - Secret my lips is the one that hooked me. YOLO is around there. Ok, they have at least 20 top 5 musics.

[@trfatman]

New sub here. Loved your reaction/analysis. Yes, go deep! Too many "oh, cool" reactions out there.

[@philproffitt8363]

MISAx3 often does some high up noodling during a vocal breakdown...oh and a bass solo during the guitar solo. Great teamwork...or she's competitive AF 😁🤟

[@drogonr9318]

Nice reaction! Really enjoyed your comments ... always interesting to hear commentary from actual musicians on Band-Maid's songs. Thank you for reacting to this beautiful song.

[@highjynxx]

Good balance of reaction and response for me 🙂

[@geoffb5]

Your reactions, like this one here, are exactly why I watch you. I want to learn to hear the work through your ears and thus hear a song, I already love, in a new way and love it more.

[@ronniebrucehalford8396]

Yes, the more you can add to any video, the more you make it better. Nice rope analogy. I myself compare this song to a firework show. You keep getting dazzled by different fireworks during the show, and then you get hit with the grand finale of all the fireworks going off all at once.

[@ronniebrucehalford8396]

And yes in a way this was like a college assignment, well, group project. Kanami tasked all the members with each coming up with a part for a new song, which she assembled into Blooming.

[@zer0tzer0]

Love to see people when they et that BAND-MAID smile. There's is a ting in Japanese music called Mu, which is the inter play between sound and silence to create tension. BAND-MAID songs are loaded with Mu. Your pronunciation of Kanami's name isn't bad. It's like Tsunami, but never call her Kanami The Tsunami. She doesn't want her name associated with something so negative. As a musician I don't mind musical analysis. The one thing I don't like is when someone goes off on Akane's drumming, which is great, but then they completely miss Kanami's incredible run of harmonics. But rope? More like a Musical Tapestry woven with such skill it would make the Rolling Stones envious. I think it's a Power Pop Masterpiece. Since 'Black Hole' was your favorite song, I didn't think this would be your new fave. But if you liked 'Black Hole' 'Different is in the same vein. There really isn't a song to compare with 'Blooming', Other than that is sounds like an Anime Theme Song. They do have an anime theme song from Yu-Gi-Oh VRAINS called 'Glory', though it's not in 'Blooming's league.

[@airlinesecret6725]

We know its cool, we just want to know why its cool, more in depth, you explain so well to an untrained ear. PO !

[@bishopsteiner7134]

people sometimes complain that Band Maid songs are too short (though 3 minutes or so is pretty standard for most pop formats), but since they fit more music into a single minute of playing than most bands/groups/acts put in a full album?

[@keithmeyer9558]

I like the way you did this video. I watch a video where host ask listeners to list their favorite guitarist. He described them in one sentence. When got to Kanami he said she is what Kirk Hammett would sound like if he played for Iron Maiden. I hate only praising only Kanami on a video that all the Maids were at their best ,but your description of her brought it out. It was funny, everyone of your pauses were the perfect point. You comment on something, start the video and the Maids would confirm it. I just subscribed.

[@yellowclip7862]

Please, an in-depths analysis from an experienced musician would be awesome! 🤗 The ending part that caught you off-guard is a mirror image of the intro.😁

[@DominicKirby1967]

Great reaction again Jules.

[@70soperator16]

I liked it Jules.....the insight of others, gives us all things to compare our own with.....yes, a master class in EVERY song.....by EVERY member....ALL the time.....their individual strengths peek thru in a rolling, woven, undulating......you get what I mean.....I compare them to a beautiful painting in a museum......Miku is the canvas, the foundation.....Kanami, Misa and Akane are the primary colors from which the painting is created.....Saiki is the beautiful frame which presents the art, as well as surrounding it and delineating its border.....ALL for us to enjoy.....

[@MaartenT]

I really like your reactions. Always interesting to hear a musician reactor talk about music I already know and love as you all typically find things I never really noticed. So yes, I enjoy the more in-depth reactions. Always cool to see people enjoying Band-Maid. Discovering them about a year ago started a dive into the Japanese music scene for me. Some other Japanese bands that you might enjoy and deserve a little more attention in my opinion. - Gacharic Spin: You pronounce the "cha" part of Gacharic as in gotcha, I believe the name comes from the gacha machines they have in Japan. Not everything they do is necessarily my style, but I absolutely love some of their songs and they are clearly very talented musicians and deserve more love. I would start with "MindSet" (probably my favourite song of last year, most people do the MV, but the live version is also great) or "I Wish I". I have seen commenters trying to get them more known and I thought I would do my part on here since I think you might like their musicianship. Their live shows are absolute madness with them constantly moving and a lot of croud interaction. You can feel the energy radiating from them. - Asterism: A young 3-piece band. Hal-Ca, the guitarist, is 19, Miyu, the bassist, just turned 20 and Mio, the drummer is 22. Al three of them very skilled at their instrument. They formed when they were all relatively young as their first single was released in 2016. They do mainly instrumentals, but I have heard they are incorporating vocals in some of their live shows nowadays, so I assume their next album might have some vocal tracks as well. Their latest album is more on the proggy metal side, while their earlier stuff is more hard rock/heavy metal but all of it is technical. You can't really go wrong with any track of their latest album, but I would probably recommend "Stars" or "Church".

[@COTTERO]

Sometimes when I listen to "Blackhole" and the songs on the Unseen World album, I have a feeling that the girls have received some influence from bands like SOKONINARU kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqmngnxmo9B1otU (a band you must listen to)... I mean the speed, the silences, the precision... knowing Kanami's relentless mind, everything is possible.👍

[@davidmejia7908]

PS - love the reaction style and viewpoint