BAND-MAID - WONDERLAND - Ryan Mear Reacts

[@TomRussell-cy6ll]

This song totally epitomizes the versatility of this band....what a masterpiece !!!!

[@ethangospodareck]

Reaction channels make up 90% of my music listening. I enjoy watching others appreciate music too. Band-Maid makes up probably 80% of the music I listen to and where I watch a reaction to Band-Maid, I always come back to Ryan's channel. Just love that he loves them as much as all of us do. Loved the chances I got to say "hi" to you in DC and Chicago. Here's to Band-Maid's World Tour in 2024 and World Domination 🍻.

[@RyanMear]

Thanks, Ethan!

[@ethangospodareck]

@@RyanMeartruly appreciate everything you do for the band. God bless.

[@dagane]

6:46 "Shut up, KANAMI is speaking!"

[@gringopablo]

And that folks, is what a great composed song should sound like.

[@ThouDailyBlab]

Listenability...could be the word you're looking for lol. You can enjoy just listening to them or really listening to them. Their songs are highly curated by them so there many layers to peel through. Might be why so many fans are musicians.

[@RyanMear]

Yeah, that's the word! Wtf did I say? LOL

[@BM4-Life]

When E.F. Hutton talks, *Kanami* Speaks _Everyone Listen_ cha-ching ordered by T-Shirt 😁 😁 😁

[@K.H.D710]

This is one of Mincho's fav songs. When she composed this song, she told other members "I created a masterpiece song!"😆

[@daveboehle6027]

The last note Kanami played off the neck pickup..🐌

[@jimmorrisonisamaidiac]

I read somewhere that when Kanami wrote this song she felt she had created a "masterpiece." It's hard to disagree. As of May 2024, we are looking back about five years now. This phase of Band-Maid is is an explosion of creativity, which is sustaining very well today.

[@jeremydawkins8814]

A trip to wonderland is just what the doctor ordered.

[@GaryHolloway-810]

"Wonderland" is one of those songs that's meant to be played live. I can't explain why, i can just feel it :)

[@jeremydawkins8814]

@@GaryHolloway-810 That's what Alice said.

[@フルーツぶどう-h8q]

この楽曲からは、彼女達のロックとかメタルとか小さい世界に囚われない、音楽全般に対する洗練された知性が有ります。

[@crabuki1273]

Dream Theater were my favorite band for well over a decade. They write incredible, intricate, and occasionally moving music. They stimulate me intellectually (insert joke here) more than any other band. But I get a LOT of that from BAND-MAID, and they speak to my soul almost every time.

[@RyanMear]

You understand me!

[@GaryHolloway-810]

Great comment G.G. I won't insert joke, i'll remind you that they stimulate your intellect because they're unique & you have 2 brains.🙂

[@jan-ovepedersen5764]

I can hear you, DT was my favorite band since Images and Words in 1992 until this year. Then I found Band-Maid and I have a new favorite band with DT as #2. I have seen DT live and they are an amazingly good live band with skills out of this world , but they don't move me like Band-Maid does.

[@eaglez1901]

@@RyanMear I need one of those shirys. Where?

[@RyanMear]

I linked it in your other comment about it👍

[@stups9975]

I never understood why this song seems to get overlooked. It’s a great song. The vocals are great.. the change ups are cool. Misa is doing her thing… adds up to a great song

[@SPERanger]

Your comments really speak to me. Pretty much all my favorite bands, most times I just have to be on the mood for. But band maid is like something I will listen to no matter what the mood.

[@TomClark-Futoura]

Wonderland -- a great progy, jazz rocker with touches of funky elegance wrap around mid-tempo sophistication, great storytelling and an epic soundscape. Oh, yeah... and some Pop to boot! In other words, Band-Maid doing Band-Maid things, right Ryan? 😊

[@GaryHolloway-810]

I've seen loads of top bands in my time but until BAND-MAID came along not one has connected with me like the Maids do. They're Hard Rock heaven :)

[@jeremydawkins8814]

Three out of three so far Gary.😁😁

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@jeremydawkins8814 What again? AWESOME! I haven't even had time to go there yet. I haven't contributed at all in guessing the songs other than to say i hate Bieber. Great job Jeremy.👍

[@jeremydawkins8814]

@@GaryHolloway-810 Those three words are all you need to say.👍👍

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@jeremydawkins8814 Doitashamashite Jeremy.🙏🙇‍♂️

[@jeremydawkins8814]

@@GaryHolloway-810 That's not like Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious is it?🤔😬😬

[@anone1953]

what a cool t-shirts!!

[@wave8359]

Anything involving Miku singing ribbons of gold around Saiki's strands of "ear candy" (as R Mears puts it) is addictive from the start !

[@joshi_new_wave]

This is such a weird song, it’s like a Ballard but not, it’s rock but a lot of jazz stuff going on. It’s weird but catchy and awesome. The new shirt looks great! Keep up the great work man!

[@stevehall5128]

It's as if Sting said, "Ok I'm gonna do jazz and funk for my solo stuff" and Band-Maid went, "Excuse me sir, you don't have to entirely leave out the rock part to do that." And it's not the stereotyped caricature of rock that a lot of fusion-y groups do.

[@davejordan4094]

Saiki got me on this and choose me back to back. Before I got Misa and Arkane so saki edged me into the band. Miku followed and kanami last. Now it's all 5 equal .... They all contribute and are way in front of anything. Great band.

[@roberttoomey6157]

Another reason in a long line of reasons why the Maids are legitimately the best band in the world.

[@martinx0882]

Mic drop. Best description of B-M. I'm with you 100%. The value of Miku is often underrated! Without her the music would not sound as good. Period.

[@daimyoj9266]

Absolutely love this somewhat underrated gem. Saiki and Miku's vocals though... And the prominence of the Barefoot Assassins Bass... Kanami and Akane, doing Kanami and Akane things. Thank you for the reaction. 🔥🖤💎

[@GaryHolloway-810]

Well said, that man.👍

[@davejordan4094]

It's another piece of Art

[@jan-ovepedersen5764]

Wonderland is another masterpiece by Band-Maid, Saiki shines like a supernova on this one. And not to forget the harmonies Miku sings. Miku have a higher pitched voice and can reach pretty high notes. Together they make the unique Band-Maid vocal sound.

[@javiervicedo4201]

Well, I only say: 2021, Year 8th of BAND MAID Era

[@jaycon505]

Yes your in the land of wonders!

[@franciscojavierfernandezmo1974]

Saiki is the seventh string of Kanami's guitar, impressive in her vocal skills. Saiki es la séptima cuerda de la guitarra de Kanami, impresionante su habilidad cómo vocalista.

[@bombgeotrupes4093]

Always dont forget: Its Band-Maid !

[@roygillotti4615]

Yeah I had to buy one of those shirts...

[@cembor]

Really, really well done. Your commentary at the end was 100% spot on. This song felt magical when I heard it on the album. This performance of it IS magical. IMHO - MISA and Akane carry this song. They're so in step bringing a phat-ass groove to the song. Miku's playing on this is vastly underrated and was a true testament to her growth as a player. It allowed Kanami to just paint all over the sonic canvas put down by Saiki's beautiful vocals and the aforementioned phat-ass beat. To say that this band is better than the sum of its parts... is not a criticism but in this case extremely high praise when looking at the god-tier talent that makes up this band.

[@geraldz2271]

Thank you - totally agree.

[@robert-gillesmartineau1208]

Well said, Brian!

[@wave8359]

yes...well said !

[@bobespirit2112]

I knew you’d catch that it was Miku doing those cool sound effect bends starting at 3:48. This song and this performance are absolute masterpieces - not many other songs by rock bands have this refined level of joyous beauty and most of those other beautiful songs use string sections (Nights in White Satin, Rush’s The Garden, for example). That Band Maid can create this without that is remarkable. They are all special musicians and then you put them together…just wow 🤩

[@bartyslattfast]

You summed them up perfectly. Beautiful rock.

[@waynebenedict5785]

At the end when Saiki hit "Wonderland", it's so powerful and cool! As you say "GFS"! Love how into it Mincho was right at the end!

[@Kevin6059]

Definitely 🤘

[@miqoto]

The start with Saiki, Miku, and Kanami strumming(humming along) then Misa and Akane kick in. Miku always adding the upper/lower vocal flares while Saiki holds the main keys. Kanami also sneaking in a riff underneath the whole song. In the song's chorus Kanami and Misa do a similar thing as well( as what Saiki and Miku were doing)

[@crocomoose]

Wonderland at last! Looking forward to hearing your opinions!

[@cyberspooky]

Everyone knows MISA is the love child of Geddy Lee 😎

[@thunderchild7137]

Band Maids pallet is so immense, and Wonderland is just another colour. Saiki's growth curve as a singer continues to impress. And once again Kanami just never stops the entire song. Bye the bye where did you get that t-shirt. I need one.

[@RyanMear]

I made the design and there is a link to my online store in the description!

[@imrekalman9044]

@@RyanMear Any chance of a MISA version? 😊

[@RyanMear]

If I say something clever enough without trying too hard....

[@thunderchild7137]

@@RyanMear Don't think it would be a copyright issue but I saw a photo of the band and Saiki is holding a sign that says " Just do what the pigeon says and no one gets hurt". Love that and it would make a great shirt. Just a thought.

[@haggaisimon7748]

You put it awesomely clear and definitely why BM is such a great group. It’s not just guitars, not drums or vocals. It’s a combination of skills that put together in an awesome display of musicianship.

[@estherbrowne2017]

I was almost like shouting and screaming out loud.....its Kobato Kobato not Kanami..any "weird" stuff..its Kobato indeed..dmmmm she's adorable and yet showing some skills 😚...but yeah glad you've noticed that😚😚.. Wonderland..oufff.. marvelous.. everytime Saiki sing " to the Wonder....land"...im totally in Band-Maid's wonderland

[@Greg-om2hb]

I think Wonderland Kanami’s most sophisticated composition and a showcase for Saiki’s vocals and Miku’s harmonies. Akane’s drumming is laid back and so tasty. And what is Misa doing!?

[@RyanMear]

Whatever MISA wants.... because it's perfect!

[@cesarvillalpando7376]

Man really nice t shirt. I want it too

[@stevehall5128]

I think a food analogy works. Like a custard that's rich (the overall musical depth and complexity of arrangement), sweet (the catchiness and accessibility), and savory (the nutmeg or caramelized part on top, stuff that's technical or challenging for the listener, like the lead guitar dissonance you noticed). Sometimes it seems like there's this gap of appreciation for Band-Maid in the middle between non-musicians and the more perceptive, by some people that are really focused on technicality but not actually good at picking it out of the other elements. And I'm definitely getting one of those shirts, those are amazing!

[@philcalvino884]

Fantastic commentary as usual, especially what you were saying at the end about melodic accessibility. After listening to Wonderland more times than I can count, I've come to realize that it is basically a compositional masterclass in building tension through tonality and rhythm over the course of three minutes, and then releasing everything at the end with the return of that huge opening riff, and of course the beautiful vocal harmonies of Saiki and Miku.

[@RyanMear]

100%

[@DoctorChange106]

all true and KANAMI writes the music so she is the creative genius.

[@lonniekramlich6241]

You just trust me trust me, trust me to the Wonderland. Ok Saiki ❤🎙🎸🥁😎

[@garylai363]

itsumadedemo.... (forever)

[@潛水艇-c9h]

Yes！KANAMI is speaking！

[@thaldan4480]

I'm not a musician, just a music listener, but everytime you talk about your thoughts and vision and way to apprehend about music in general (not only B-M) I always the sensation I found "my music's soul-bro" xD . And for the too many few things I heard of your music, I liked it pretty much bay the way. I need to take the time to listen more of you music. And one other I like about you, you do this reaction things since a little while now, and you still the same, it's pretty rare, and it's good to see ^^ Take care :)

[@RyanMear]

Thank you very much, I appreciate that. And thank you for taking time to listen to my music🤘

[@gregs_music_corner]

Unseen world is my favourite band maid album.. but THIS song is my favourite band maid song :) So catchy and great, but also so friggin complex. The vocal arrangements on this song are . Simply put, stellar. And oooooh. Nice merch I'd like to buy :)

[@EM-vh6nj]

Another great reaction Ryan. Wonderland and Corallium feature my favourite Saiki vocal performances. Her range here is impressive. I hope they do an acoustic version of both songs on their Christmas day show

[@Kevin6059]

Agree and I'm also hoping for Page, another underrated song.

[@Jonas_S_]

The Maids never do anything half-assed. The amount of time and thought that goes into each song is baffling. Quality through and through, every time. Perfect example, right here 🙂🤘

[@doobiejones9388]

As always Band Maid! And Ryan Mear awesome! You're like PB&J! Jack and Coke! Biscuits and Gravy! Thanks Brother! Got a request. Don't You Tell Me official MV! You've done the live version. But not the official. 3 out of 4 times I think the live is better. This is the 1 in 4. Arguably their best MV. Though Warning is pretty awesome! You've done 52 Maid videos at last count! Thanks for spreading the awesomeness known as Band Maid! PO! 😊😎✌🤘🎅🎄

[@Thor_Iversen]

For me, Miku is the real MVP of Wonderland. She adds the spice that brings this song to a whole other level of awesome!

[@madsstavang]

I could not have described Band-Maid any better Ryan. Band-Maid truly ticks off all boxes I am looking for in music, and then a couple of more that I did not know I was looking for. Also, Miku is underrated. Her vocal range is absolutely incredible, and get way to little recognition. Also she has become a really good guitar player, but the improvement has been so subtle that few have really noticed it. Kanami definitely has noticed, because she has stopped holding back when writing Miku's parts 😁

[@wave8359]

always agreed that Miku is a bit under-rated ! Whether instrumental or vocal, she starts off as back-up but soon is at more like duet level ! She and Saiki are a delight to hear, weaving and layering their voices together..................... Fascinating irony that the two members perhaps most distant at the start of the band are now building a sound together that is one of the great highlights !

[@MrKeybird]

I love Kanami ! Whish I was about 30 ys, japanese singer called Saiki. Would not hesitate a second. Well i can dream, can I ?

[@me262talon2]

Killer design Ryan. Great song!

[@frankgonzalez4853]

i can't wait for the acoustic show on christmas then next month am going to the warning show here in san diego great way to start the year

[@Kevin6059]

Love how they fake you out the first time when you think the song is reaching its climax, and then the second time, you don't get heavy guitar or anything but those powerful harmonies as Saiki and Miku wind up and let it rip. And of course Akane is playing this jazzy stuff during a lot of the song which is also really tasty. Could go on and on, as usual with them. Enjoyed this.

[@Sakuder]

genius confirmed. YOLO and Wonderland my favorites .

[@falconsooner]

I like to describe their music as being "accesible" while still being technical and musical.

[@RyanMear]

Well, that's succinct.

[@masahiros.1405]

I was convinced that her talent silenced the world with a very simple 4-bar Kanami phrase just before the guitar solo of this song. 🤗

[@SilentChaos15]

You're all good Ryan. The word pop and mainstream should be okay to use without criticism. It is what it is. All pop music isn't without substance and music with substance can be popular. Want proof? Band-Maid right? Thanks again man.

[@garylai363]

Ryan! finally! It was great! And yes there is a solo,.. very short as usual for Kanami.

[@mattdhorstman]

This one deserves a reaction comment: 1:13 - How is it possible that they just keep making songs that sound different, but are incredible? 1:45 - ARGH, your L/R channels are backwards again. :P 2:05 - Just a really cool jazzy feeling 3:45 - I love this drum fill from Akane... nothing crazy, just cool 4:12 - You heard Saiki's falsetto in Puzzle Acoustic, but I can't remember if we've heard it in another full band song 5:04 - YES! I'm so happy that you heard it was Miku playing that cool part, most other reactors miss that and assume it's Kanami or a backing track. 5:41 - Akane again with the cool, unexpected china cymbal fill 7:20 - Their ability to just fake us out on the drop every time is incredible 8:02 - This harmony from Saiki and Miku gives me goosebumps 8:30 - The song is over and there are 6+ mins left, dis gonna be good 10:05 - Band Maid will definitely never be boring, at least not for me 10:49 - It's amazing to me how many reactors are able to pick out the same things. Both Champ and Wave have both compared B-M to Dream Theater but said that B-M was way more catchy. 12:28 - This is a perfect example of a solo that fits the song perfectly, but it's crazy complicated. 12:50 - Awesome, great design. 13:40 - That Mear Image Wear logo is great. Very clever 14:20 - We're happy to have met you too. :)

[@RyanMear]

Wow, thank you for the reaction! Lol

[@madsstavang]

@@RyanMear a reaction of a reaction. This is peak Mear lol

[@yang-it-yin7002]

Great reaction and commentary as usual! I feel the same way about this great band. I agree that they have managed to produce music that can be taken and enjoyed on the surface level while also possessing an intricate array of awesome Musical Circuitry below the surface. The scary thing is I feel this band has yet to peak and what they are still capable of producing. I hope to see the track Glory as one of those tracks you have been holding back on in the near future. Love the shirt design and other merch you have produced and I must get myself one of my own. Keep up the good work!

[@Ken-pp9mb]

Nice reaction! Nice T- shirts!!

[@davec4714]

T-Shirt ordered Ryan👍😀

[@rommelguballa1376]

nice reaction man,straight from the Philippines......and BTW,nice shirt

[@Running-withscissors]

R U Kidding me? I really thought you covered this. LOVE this performance. Nice one Ryan! ;) The vocals and harmonies on the last verse are just soul wrenching good.

[@Abelion_Jayakerto]

damn that kanami t-shirt...

[@tombworld9012]

You nailed it about the vocals. Saiki brings the power, though in this song she stretches to the top of her range, and Miku has an even wider range, both higher and lower. Perfect combo. When you asked what Kanami was doing, I heard it as intentional dissonance that resolved to the key in the next note. Tension then release.

[@RyanMear]

But it was Kobato playing it!

[@tombworld9012]

@@RyanMear Still Kanami's composing!

[@RyanMear]

I know!

[@jeanleveille5319]

The new shirt at a Band-Maid show..

[@rustygear447]

I like your shirt! Edit: Ordering it right now haha

[@RyanMear]

Sweet! You all will have to explain it everywhere you go!

[@hiawatha.g]

Most creative band since the Beatles, and better on their instruments!

[@leekebot1802]

MISA always has to find out each cities leash laws while on tour. Because she takes that bass for a walk every show.

[@u28one]

Great reaction as always. Wonderland is a brilliant piece of art. One of my favorite bits of the video is seeing Kanami totally into playing at the end of the song. She is a Rock Goddess

[@2abug]

Great reaction Ryan "Wonderland" is my second favorite song from "CONQUEROR" and this particular live performance is one of my favorite by BAND-MAID. I still don't get why this video has such a small number of views. Maybe it is time for a reaction to another great song from "CONQUEROR" you didn't check out yet: "glory" Thank you

[@Lord_Heron]

I agree 'Glory' is one of my very favourites 🤘

[@stimproid]

Ordered my shirt 😄

[@jordank2028]

I'm curious if Saiki will bust out a piano on the Christmas acoustic set. Also curious what songs they will play. Seems like they can pull off an acoustic performance to any of their songs.

[@Metal_Auditor]

Or a guitar. Have you seen her acoustic performance of “Different” on Prime?

[@jordank2028]

@@Metal_Auditor yes, and I was impressed by how well she played as a solo. Every member of this band is oozing with talent.

[@user-tf2wd1eh3g]

Congrats on the best piece of merch I've seen on any channel.

[@RyanMear]

Thank you!

[@killiansred1000]

“…..listen to them everyday.” Guilty.

[@bradmenpes809]

Me, too!

[@imrekalman9044]

5:40 A moment of pure chaos. 5:44 Saiki's grin "we nailed it!"

[@gerardcahill5823]

great reaction and review from Ryan (as expected). The vocals from Saiki and Miku shine in this song. How much talent can you possibly fit into one band??? and yes - had to get one of your shirts - one of the best logos I have seen.

[@baddhorsie8318]

For me Wonderland is Sai-Chans moment, her smiling, the look in her eyes and how her movements in time (i can't explain) i just get the impression she is all in on this one :)

[@puffdadico6063]

So professional...this is a very difficult song to perform live, but they nailed it perfectly. Unbelievable performance, and the audio quality is amazing as well.

[@paulread4886]

This song's arrangement takes Band maid to another musical level. Again they have set the bar high , and amongst all the tricks and high brow skills , they still manage to present a great catchy pop rock fusion type hit. Amazing girls indeed.

[@GeographRick]

Band Maid has the 'secret sauce'. Their music has mass appeal, while appealing to those who appreciate great composition.

[@mamiackerman_1004]

That cool shirt looks good on you! Wonderland is one of my favorite songs form CONQUEROR. Saiki's vocal register is wide, and her singing voice is filled with various emotions..! And.. @8:16~ Look how focused Kanami looks. She's definitely in the zone!! If we touch her while she is in the zone, a current of 10,000 volts will flow ⚡

[@darrellroninson3476]

Hell yeah Ryan just gotta love it!

[@joeb6656]

As a regular Joe, I 100% agree with your summation of Bandmaid music being ear candy.

[@rhythmicgolf3720]

about time you did this song...it's a masterpiece...who writes music like this???...btw that's an amazing shirt...I want one!!!!

[@陳建仁-l7l]

the delicate performance of its central thinking is admirable. I think it's so likable. Shirt looks good.

[@Greish-esquire]

This song always makes me tear up with joy! I need that shirt :)

[@MSIContent]

I love watching you enjoy them as much as I do… 🤟🏻

[@mkoose]

Man what a great explanation ! Thx Ryan you are great.

[@tommcfall1274]

They are masters of so many styles!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Beautiful masters!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@dennissabe3277]

Reaction is spot on as usual Ryan....keep up the good work! The Ladies will always hold a spot near and dear to my heart! BTW, great logo and design! Just ordered a Hoodie, so thanks for all that....

[@RyanMear]

No thank you!

[@jenniferread7562]

Ooo.. I love this one too! Beautiful all the way around and you explained so well how they affect listeners. Gorgeous slappy snappy shirt design! 😁❤️

[@RyanMear]

LOL

[@Ratchy]

Thanks to you I have learned a new English word "honed". "finely honed musical craft"......NICE!! They are indeed an "impossibly hard rocking band" as they say, but this side (Wonderland, ANEMONE, Awkward, Daydreaming...etc) of BAND-MAID makes them so special.

[@RyanMear]

I'm a teacher!

[@edwardallen4051]

Misa's bass is out there but for me instrumentally the beauty is in the subtelty of the instruments on this one, I absolutely adore the vocals on this one, Saiki at her best and Miku as always wonderfully backing her up.

[@TexasVeteranPatriot]

Even R&B grooves aren't safe from Kanami!

[@TheJerm]

As usual Ryan, I learned something new here. I had NO idea that was Miku playing that bit you pointed out (even though it was right in front of my face) because I've always focused on Akane's rim shots in the second verse. She accents them each with more or less force and then starts to repeat the same pattern before changing it up for the lead into the pre chorus. Smoky, tasty jazz chops, baby! Thanks cargo ship loads, Mr. Mear!

[@RyanMear]

Heck yah!

[@darrellroninson3476]

Thank you Ryan I have asked you about where did you get that T shirt in the past! Well I just scored a hoodie and 2 t shirts of the best ideas for A badge that I have seen in a long time You are a very good commercial Artist in all you do and what a great vision you came up with, I am sure I will be purchasing more for my two sons ! I cant wait to fly my Band Maid flag all the hell over again thanx!

[@RyanMear]

That's great! Thank you👍