Band Maid - Play (w/ New Intro) Mercury Lounge NYC

[@christianmills7728]

I honestly can't tell you how envious I am!!!! What a memory, outstanding!!!! Long live the Maids 🤟

[@christianmills7728]

I SO BADLY WANT TO SEE THESE LIVE!!! My God, I swear the small venues are the best. Hot, steamy, raw, insane real metal. THESE GIRLS ROCK!!!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@ronayala9456]

It was such a surreal experience watching my favorite band perform just a few feet in front of me and also meeting them before the show. Probably won't have many opportunities if any to experience it again.

[@61Slughi]

2:23 Misa walks right up in your grill and gets all up in your personal space to give you a bass lesson. Love it.

[@garytorresani8846]

Most importantly, they’re having fun, totally immersed into the music. Misa is amazing on the bass, and the drummer is the reincarnation of Keith Moon. These women obviously are well trained into jazz motifs that the great rockers of the past were into. These ladies put a smile on this old rockers face. Rock and roll for the sheer joy of playing it. The old saying that they rock the house is this band in the flesh. Baby Metal is another band that does the job. And then, there’s the Wagakki band who are beyond belief. Classical Japanese instruments and rock instruments in a classical/jazz/rock fusion? What is it about these Japanese musicians that makes them so good and well balanced and tight.

[@rockingoutdudetoo5275]

The guy in front with the hat is getting a heavy dose of BANDMAID heaven. I bet he has a long lasting grin on his face. Never too old to rock.

[@rolandkarlsson7072]

Yeah, turning around and do not know who to look at, Miku and Kanami at either side.

[@rolandkarlsson7072]

And then later Saiki and MISA.

[@alexivanbarrezueta7875]

SAIKI AND MISA TOGETHER......GODDESSES....

[@Puyax01]

Miku 1:07 " Let's - Go!! "

[@tomh2975]

They look so comfortable, like the early Beatles. They world must become aware of them.

[@kuma9239]

I really wanna see them before that happens. Wouldn't be able to get this close to then otherwise xD

[@ZippyThePinhead]

@@kuma9239 So true! I got to see Eric Johnson, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, and Joe Bonamassa all while they were still fairly unknown in small venues like this. Spent 20 to 40 bucks on each show, NOW you can't see Bonamassa for under $100 plus in large halls, unless you buy rafter tickets. You can still see Eric, Joe, and Steve for a reasonable amount, but the venues are larger than back then.

[@daviddortch2088]

Thank god that they don’t have george Martin to f everything up.

[@christianmills7728]

Yes they do!!!! Nice observation!!! Just natural talent doing its thing; absolute perfection

[@borntraitor289]

shoutouts to the two gents managing the cables and taking over pedalboard duties so that the maids can focus on rocking out

[@amatsu-ryu4067]

Got me cheering and going wild like I was actually there at the concert. Band-Maid's sheer energy and badassery shines through even when recorded on someone's phone/camera.

[@RalphBellairs]

I love how much these ladies enjoy their work. Their enthusiasm is infectious! 🙂

[@ronnieguitar99]

They should be playing Madison Square Garden.

[@reichsritter8559]

They should be playing in Germany. 🤘🏻

[@TheNightOwl11683]

@@reichsritter8559 Wakken Open Air definitely

[@jon87583]

It's coming, po.

[@Lpmgato1]

Definitely. They make the Super Bowl half time show seem trivial. This is a truly GREAT Rock band.

[@RagnarSori]

@@reichsritter8559 they did last June

[@xennial_miracle]

You know what? Props to their road crew. Making pedal switches, untangling cables, and making sure everything's dialed in so the ladies can focus on putting on a good show. It's cool to see them doing their thing too. (And yes, the footage of BM is awesome)

[@gamezoner3]

Saiki so beautiful...

[@MercurialSilence]

Misa is so pretty. Every time I see her, I think of the song Foxey Lady by Jimi Hendrix.

[@EvoLution844]

Saiki is so hot, oh my god. The camera loves her.

[@Bulbagaba992]

Good God! To be that up close to these ladies would be my version of winning the lottery. I envy you guys in front! Those were the good times!☺️🤘🏻🕊️

[@stephenchigwidden7504]

Saiki looks so animated and so happy and it doesn't look like a very big venue but you can tell there's a good vibe that the whole band is enjoying.

[@Yusuke_Denton]

I loved the intimate setting and I think they could feel everyone's energy.

[@jptc2014]

I was there and it was such a good show for that small venue.

[@pak40l46]

Saiki, best legs in the business.

[@stephenchigwidden7504]

@@pak40l46 and the dress seems to be getting shorter or is she actually wearing shorts

[@Karma-kr5dd]

@@pak40l46 Oh Yeah...

[@drvijil]

Saiki & Misa side by side.... so very cool and lovely 💕. “Play” is one of their best songs live.

[@SavorySakuraEats]

They deserve to be play the biggest stages

[@tthomas184]

It's good to see Misa finally coming out of her shell on stage.

[@Primevals33]

I agree man. All the ladies are loving us now big time because we show them a lot of love and enthusiasm ...

[@pontiacfan76]

The whiskey probably helps.

[@David-yt6kp]

Lets hear a little praise for our pigeon. These re-writes of intros and riffs include more rhythm guitar now that Miku is a LOT more adept with her instrument.

[@ChristophS]

Love Miku, she's so sweet and happy 😊

[@jon87583]

Can't praise the little pigeon enough - she's a rockstar.

[@mikeanglada742]

She's surely getting better on that beautiful guitar,, and she's a Rock Star with those moves! Po... :D \,,/

[@xxxxyz1574]

Never saw Misa rocking so strong before - we need more of this from you lady!

[@winwinwin282828]

Visual overload when saiki n misa together

[@wolfenstein6676]

That new intro for 'Play' is superb, it makes a great song even better.

[@jorgenanez5241]

Akane is Brutal!! 🤘🎵🎶

[@robmimulus5102]

These ladies own the stage like few other acts.

[@sk8boi0806]

This is the band that makes u smile

[@levonpoe]

i get goosebumps watching them. they are so damn good

[@Oyaji_Music]

Wholly Katzenberger, I love this band. I found them a little more than a year ago and never looked back. These ladies could take on American bands and they would kick their butts.

[@MotoRide.]

3:35 that's just pure joy from Kanami..so cool to see them have so much fun on stage

[@kuma9239]

Omg Misa and Kanami are having so much fun s2. Would love to see them live!

[@danielmccrady435]

#Bandmaid #MercuryLoungeNYC I'm grateful the Mercury crowd was so well behaved and shows such appreciation. I'm myself can't imagine being that close to these musicians and being so well behaved, BRAVO to everyone!

[@Edyth_Hedd]

It just blows me way how much energy they bring to these shows. I get worried that they're gonna burn out...

[@bowhunter0762]

DAYUM SAIKI is GORGEOUS!!!!!! 🤘😍🤘

[@jaygonzales7198]

wow! what an awesome shot of Saiki and Kanami together up front after the intro photo op yes in deed lovely

[@sasasasasaru]

なんかいろいろ熱量がすごい！

[@lordgalahad]

Finally heard this intro clearer in the Line Cube Shibuya DVD. Miku now is switching with Misa

[@pound_cloud882]

す、、すげえ…。

[@riloh58]

It is my dream to see BM live in a smaller venue like this. Hell, I’ll take live anywhere but that’s my dream. Bring on Maids Day 2021 (only a few days away).

[@joegry3957]

Love band maid. All the best. Me 😁💓 kanami.

[@COTTERO]

Damn, Misa is so badass, she is like mixing up the right proportions from Geezer Butler, Steve Harris, and Lucy Liu.❤😍❤

[@haggaisimon7748]

That’s great capturing of girls. Best live performance

[@haggaisimon7748]

What an epic performance! I’m back for that from time to time.

[@SagaciousTwo]

Oh holy f&^k, they keep getting better!

[@jbartyparty7398]

What great footage! Looks hot in that joint! Kanami just soaking it all up early on but love how she and Misa switched sides. That's some of the best close up footage of Misa I've ever seen! She was really just "shredding" those bass strings...sooo good! And dang she is so naturally beautiful....pics don't do her shy persona justice. Looks like an incredible night!

[@PaulPaullus]

2:30-> ...how can someone be so beautiful? ...AND be an awesome bassist..... ...........po MAX!

[@wilmac1]

I was there what a show!

[@haggaisimon7748]

Two girls in black look so elegant and glamorous!

[@gradyshmalady8284]

Man I don't know why some people shit on Miku, she is an very good rhythm guitarist, especially when you realize she hasn't played for a ton of years.

[@dano247365]

People who do don't understand it. Her solid rhythm playing builds that complex Band-Maid sound, gives Kanami's lead guitar room to add detail and color, and what many people neglect is Miku's spot on harmonies with Saiki. Like Mister Rock & Roll (reactor) said, it's like 5 pillars in this band and you can't take one out. This is a 100% BAND! They've done a great job of creating a sound and vibe and we are the better for it! (Ok, waxing on a bit there but I don't think I'm wrong)

[@cat6a77P40B]

great video capture especially MISA! MISA! MISA!! up close

[@Yusuke_Denton]

Thanks so much Ron for recording those videos! Both for people who couldn't go and for those of us who went but didn't want to have our cameras out the whole time!

[@jon87583]

Thank you for this fine capture - and for including just a little bit of cameo appearance of my hat!

[@ringderniebelung]

So much creative energy. Unreal. Gracias! 👍😎👍

[@kiyoharanoshonagon9669]

小鳩のワン・ツーの掛け声がカッコいい

[@savitrisdisciple]

Saiki and MISA, two Goddesses in black......2.31 onwards

[@joki5346]

Awesome...that reminds me on the Hamburg concert in June, where I was dancing, singing and shouting in front of Kanami...btw. Happy Birthday to You !!!

[@playerx3756]

Weser Joki Pillar from Hamburg show was unable attend the nyc shows. Refused at door due to a lack of attire...

[@eugenesaculingan4904]

250 capacity but freakin awesome. I love this band my asian sister!

[@gregorgerzson1767]

Damn. Good for you, mate. I would go a Band-Maid concert but I guess they dont even know where my country is

[@gsn66slayer6]

I love them!!!!!

[@BlazinNSoul]

Be sure to support their upcoming US tour which starts in Houston at The House Of Blues!! Make it work this time people as Band-Maid deserves a stadium tour for once!!

[@PaulPaullus]

...at 2:23 Misa moves to Saiki's left side.....and I can't keep my eyes off Misa...she has all the gravitational pull in the universe....silentblackcloudBuddhabassboss..... ...po

[@Lpmgato1]

Misa is stunningly beautiful.

[@cyannkotarou]

最前列の帽子のおっちゃん、いい位置やなｗキョロキョロしとるｗｗｗ

[@TaijDevon]

And most Americans listen to Beyonce. Like drinking jail house hooch instead of 20 year Balvenie double wood scotch. I do not have a proper metaphor for how much better Band Maid is. The Paul Klee of current rock music. Totally priceless.

[@TaijDevon]

@Not Sure love you.

[@n-off3817]

mincho火照っていてｶﾜｲｲね🙌

[@fernandonovo6149]

Lol....I was recording from the left......good to see the rest of the action in the right and center....what a show!

[@sego3424]

I hope I'm not too late to say this but... Misa is gorgeous omg ♥

[@_BAND-MAID_fan]

👏👏👏Love that new intro🤘 Hi Ron. These are seriously awesome clips. -Just like to add my 'thank you' to all the others for uploading them.👍

[@falkarios2944]

If I was the guy in the hat standing this close to Band Maid, that'd be a good life.

[@Primevals33]

This is a great video. Awesome job on this one.

[@weilima9316]

Nice. Over 1 minute of new awesome intro

[@adjust_fit_0075]

SAIKI seemed to be able to hear the band's sound, or the pitch of the starting key was lower than it actually was, but it gradually became better.

[@pfa03321]

いつにもましてドラムの音が良い気がする

[@Undrrated]

3:20 sick moves

[@PaulPaullus]

...this is the Band-Maid video of ALL Band-Maid videos ever..... ...po ..Miku's 'strength' is so apparent

[@michalkiegiel1210]

Couldn't make it to the show, thanks for uploading this!

[@patron40silver]

so frickin' awesome thanks for the share

[@totchj]

2:30 I wish to everyone in the world to find somebody who would look at you the way Misa looks at Saiki here 😍

[@tamotsuish]

their music is hybrid so don`t compare others we never decide B/M`s music genre!

[@trajceniceski2968]

How bout a national TV debut? SNL? What are u waiting for? PO!

[@slapittywapitty8173]

IKR?

[@charlest.velten6983]

If they were a Crap Rap Act. They would have been on SNL already !

[@jackolantern2082]

@@charlest.velten6983 Exactly! SNL is a woke joke!

[@miguelangelsanchezbarrio6005]

¡Por Dios!, ¡qué hermosa es Miku!

[@Jp421JP]

Man, when Misa come up front, stage left, its like........

[@buckdanny134]

it is beautiful a woman that sweats 😍 , in any case everyone has fun 😉😆

[@PaulPaullus]

0:32 to1:11-> Miku is a powerhouse! ...dat girl!!! MikuZemaitisKobato...... ..REIWA po!

[@velimirmarinkovic6563]

Misu.... that magic woman

[@PaulPaullus]

...the CONQUEROR artwork of Miku is 'off the scale' awesome.... ....po! REIWA PO CONQUEROR!!

[@BViking78]

Hmm I don't really agree. I mean it's a cool artwork but they're a band, I don't see the point of having only Miku on the cover.

[@robert771205]

Real feminists! They Play better than a lot of mens bands

[@TheLahaina0915]

Saiちゃん嬉しそうでなにより。ファンカムでもMVと全く変わらないパフォーマンス。いつも通り本当に上手い。 03:29で指差した方向に何があったんだろ？どこかのカメラクルー？

[@JJB68]

Ah to be that guy in front... I wish

[@tttrip]

Man A = me too😂 Man B = me too😂 Man C = me too😂

[@PaulPaullus]

0:18-> Hi Kanami!!! .... .......po

[@Frisbieinstein]

MISA roolz again.

[@sacluvsBM]

Just hours to go until showtime at the Echoplex. Thanks for the preview of coming attractions. Happy Birthday Kanami Tono and many, many more. See some of you at Glendale and Sunset tomorrow evening. ~gekidou~ Po!

[@Yusuke_Denton]

I was here and it was an unforgettable experience! Have fun man! 🤘😎

[@sacluvsBM]

@@Yusuke_Denton l did and it was.

[@damienevans50]

Misa❤️

[@晃戸塚]

近いな～💓

[@dano247365]

They are big enough now that, sadly, I doubt we would be able to see them in a club venue up close any longer.

[@vincentirick2845]

Hi All, how are you today? So chiba Japan April 9-10. I think 🤔 that's the closest. I keep forgetting your all kind of youngsters. Your so good cause you've played for quite some time. We have a couple of downtown venues. Anyways have a nice day becareful thanks vince

[@PaulPaullus]

1:03[freezeframe]-> .....po!

[@bandmaid_blue]

さいこー！！！！！

[@scottmeyers1903]

❤MISA❤

[@Mad_maxman]

Today(2019.10.2), BAND-MAID's 3rd album “CONQUEROR” details were announced. The release date in Japan is December 11th. Scheduled songs (song order is undecided) PAGE , glory , Liberal , endless Story , Mirage , At the drop of a hat , Wonderland , azure , Bubble , The Dragon Cries , flying high , Catharsis , Blooming , Rinne , "Title To Be Determined" BD or DVD is attached as a privilege to the first production limited edition. The content is amazing! ! ! Instrumental Music Video by MIKU KOBATO (Gt./Vo.), KANAMI (Gt.), MISA (Ba.), AKANE (Dr.). The music is"Onset" (instrumental), "DICE" (instrumental), "DOMINATION" (instrumental) In addition, “endless Story” will start pre-distribution in various music download services and streaming services from October 3rd (Thursday).

[@mogab4636]

🤘🍻

[@JuanSan66]

WTF !. You can't play closer to the public. They are within the people, into the crowd! What group is capable of doing that these days? I will tell you. Just them!. The Beatles of our days!

[@Yusuke_Denton]

Miku even stepped into the crowd for Omajinai Time!

[@JuanSan66]

@@Yusuke_Denton Awesome

[@BViking78]

For your own sake you should learn that there's a huge difference between being a fan and a fanboy. You can find a lot of videos from other bands like this one, that's the difference between playing clubs or arenas. But yes they're awesome anyway.

[@JuanSan66]

@@BViking78 Mmm... I see. Since you question me directly you will allow me to express myself in my own language. Habitualmente hago el esfuerzo de expresarme en el idioma dominante del foro pero esta vez no me apetece. Por tu propio bien deberías aprender que expresarte de forma displicente dando consejos que nadie ha pedido no es educado. Hay una enorme diferencia entre mostrar desacuerdo y ser impertinente. Claro que puedo encontrar muchos videos de otras bandas haciendo algo parecido. Repito, parecido. Pero también puedo encontrar otros muchos de bandas tocando en grandes escenarios. El hecho de que alguien te llegue emocionalmente a través de la música tiene muy poco que ver con el tamaño del escenario. Me he aburrido mortalmente con grupos de música en grandes y pequeños escenarios y me he emocionado otras tantas veces. Lo que sí te diré es que en un escenario pequeño, con la cara de un tipo a escasos dos palmos de tu guitarra, hay que tenerlos muy bien puestos, y más sin dominar el idioma o la cultura del pais donde estás, para tocar sin fallo y dar un espectaculo impresionante. Y eso, por muchos videos que busque, no lo voy a encontrar. Quizá en lo único que estoy de acuerdo hoy contigo es en que sí, son absolutamente sorprendentes. Que pases un buen día.

[@BViking78]

@@JuanSan66 First of all allow me to apologize if you thought I've been impertinent. I never talked about the size of the stage, at least not in the meaning you saw it I was just pointing out the difference between clubs/arenas/stadiums, that's something you just made up. My point was that what you said "What group is capable of doing that these days? I will tell you. Just them!. The Beatles of our days!" is just a false statement, and biased, since that's a typical club setting: nothing between the musicians and the people watching them, nor things, nor security. I love them but more for their music than anything live, 'cause honestly they don't do anything special live. They have a great alchemy between them that's for sure, you can notice that in the interviews too, but this also isn't something unique in them alone.