Chief Reacts To "LOVEBITES - Stand and Deliver"

[@alekhidell]

They killed it live too. I was at the gig in Tokyo on March 11th. Crowd went berserk….and I’m smack at the front, feet from Asami and 63 years old. Haven’t had such a workout in years!

[@ehcah2011]

Alek, hope to see you on the BD of this concert. Very excited to see these 3/11 and 12 concerts at home.

[@alekhidell]

@@ehcah2011 not sure what you mean by BD. But I’m also going to Osaka on 9/15

[@ehcah2011]

The concerts on the 11th and 12th of this month were recorded for a future BD/DVD. If you were near the stage, you will appear in the footage. 📹 I went on the 12th, but I was a little far from the stage.

[@alekhidell]

@@ehcah2011 I worked out BD eventually. Everyone is assuming that the recorded material will be released but I’m not sure how. When the band recorded Heavy Metal Never Dies, Asami told us on the day of the concert that it was going to be recorded. The band haven’t mentioned anything about the two gigs being recorded, and, crucially, the set list was basically a fan’s favourite. In fact the whole gig had the flavour of being fan focussed, which is Lovebites to a T. So to make this a general release with material that is on three other recordings would be strange, especially given that they are touring the new Album in August and September, which I have no doubt will be released on BD. It’s only a hunch, but I have a feeling that this will be rather like Battle in the East or An Invitation to the Theater (same venue) and be included as a bonus disc on another release OR released as a streaming option through JPU. Obviously this is guesswork on my part. But yes, I was right in front of Asami, second row and the boom camera will surely have captured me…🙂🇯🇵🎸🤟🏻🐺🎤🥁💪

[@petermoua4583]

the queens of metal always brings the eargasium.

[@SuperWalla12]

That energy has been building methinks with the hiatus they had and then fami coming onto the scene was meant to be she personally was ar a crossroads with her bass playing weather to carry on then going for the audition and actually getting the gig was a turning point even the band recognised and felt it after she played with them her style and intruativeness gave them this boost that propelled the rest of the band you can feel it on the whole cd it's a masterpiece lovebites are resurrected!! Phew !! Great reaction as always dude 👍

[@notdynomonkey]

I love how both their first new singles with their new bassist start with bass!!!! How cool is that for Fami. Also that says so much about these girls!! Such amazing and talented ladies....that kick f🎉ing ass!!!!

[@sportsaholic19888]

I'm 53 and I can unequivocally state that Lovebites is one of the greatest bands I've heard in my life! Nice share and nice respect!

[@CeciA333]

These are some seriously talented ladies!!🤩 I like their style and sound so thank you very much for a stellar reaction again🤟🤘💜

[@Pufferzsola]

New intro hell yeah! Looks neat! Their mixing is great! You can hear every note clear. Also, their spelling is great! I know it is usually hard to easter people to talk accurately in english. Big GG. It was a neat powermetal tempo too! THAT DOUBLE SOLO!!!! JEEEZ SOOO GREAT!!! /../,

[@johnstroup3868]

Your train metaphor is really good. Lots of times, Lovebites is going by so fast and I'm just sitting here (pause and back buttons, and frequently a full repeat are common practice), and it's just a great experience. Sticking my head out the window again.

[@alearr]

Metal goddesses at their best 🐺🤘🏻

[@markmathewssgbcpenaltyboxs6389]

Love this song, never had a clear favorite til now, this is my favorite! They have come back better, everyone has upped their game and I think Fami ia a great fit.

[@michaelmaag3098]

I felt the same - until I heard Soldiers Stand Solitarily.....

[@evilvolts]

SGBC4Life ]:P

[@markmathewssgbcpenaltyboxs6389]

@@evilvolts Right on!

[@user-zr4xc3yt6q]

Welcome back and thank you for doing this reaction to lovebites again, this album is the next level of lovebites,"soldier stands solitarily"also from this album is my favourite song, it's so crazy with the speed, LOVEBITES ROCK

[@nakamura1323]

Thanks for the great reaction. I'm glad to see you were just as blown away by this video as I was. The music is catchy, the playing technique is excellent, and the video is full of fun. They are more natural, freer and happier than before, as if they had been released from something. (I believe the reason for this change is the new bass player "fami") I hope they become more famous and loved all over the world.

[@markfoster74]

Man I've been watching your channel hard since I discovered you.. you're turning me into a metal lover (which is huge) just through your pure reactions.. when you sweat 💦 is your calling to arms brother.. you know it's going to be good 😅👌👍🔥🎶 Waffle on man! 😂👌

[@grantnealon5101]

Nice reaction Chief.. It's a great song, so many great tracs on this new album, and yes there seems to be a nice new energy, with all the songs on this album.. Do their old stuff Chief there is so much there to see and hear. PS. Why do English people always say " Pardon or excuse my French" when they swear?? Lol I find that hilarious.. Best wishes from France..

[@hiawatha.g]

The new energy is the pent up frustration with the hiatus and the pandemic, the jolt of new life from Fami, Midori having become a fitness-contest contender, Miyako having worked on her speed (with coaching from Midori), Asami having worked on her vocal power, and all of them wanting to make a statement. That's all.

[@alexanderrichter9740]

You forget the special Training from Miho , playing faster and having the Health of her legs in Mind

[@alekhidell]

Miho?

[@JoAnn69BC]

Great and cool reaction. You made me also laugh. Thank you😂🤘🏽💯

[@TheApilas]

Fun is the most fun rock and metal scene to follow for some years now especially all the female bands.. they have so much talents, skills and passion for their music.

[@CaffeineNightOwl]

whole new album is killer. I guess, it´s pent-up energy from the compulsary break because of pandemic, the leave of bassplayer and founder miho, not knowing if and how lovebites can go on without her, asamis and miyakos marriages and motherhoods. but like they sing in their lyrics, they didn´t give up, but practised, practisied, practised. plus they got a huge jolt of energy and joy through the new bassplayer Fami, who fits perfectly in the band. and now they are all very happy to be back: better, stronger, fitter and faster than ever. thank you for your very fine reaction.

[@chadludewig8775]

Fami is the new energy!

[@ericdarlington2332]

it's not just you Fami has brought her youthful joy and energy to the group they couldn't have picked a more perfect addition

[@kielanuar213]

Cool Lovebites🤘🤘🤘👍👍

[@Patrick_H.]

Another great Reaction Chief - babysitting today, gotta run 🤘🐺🤘

[@verukaward]

Well this was a fun one!

[@marting.h.9417]

Lovebites always delivers.

[@azraelcales]

Definitely enjoyed that alongside you my friend. Really looking forward to the next one. Also loving how the intro is evolving. Very nice 🤘. Sleep Token - Atlantic when?? Much love. Always. 🤘🔥🤘

[@GarageYears]

Lovebites have ALWAYS sung everything in English. That was one of their ‘things’ and Miyako said that was deal maker/breaker for her, and is true to this day. This is a cracking great song! 🤘

[@salsaucedo]

Believe it or not all of their songs are in English except for one that was first put on The Lovebites EP Bravehearted and then redone in English on the Awakening from Abyss

[@GarageYears]

You talked about energy… it’s Fami on the bass. She’s brought a vibe that wasn’t there before. They said this on the bass audition video - she brought an energy to the room. Well here it is on the recording! 🎸

[@lounette62]

freakin loved this so much. epic energy. how come I’m finding them out for the first time?

[@lateagain9289]

Here for my daily Lovebites fix 🐺

[@stevebillingsley3529]

Brother! Thank you for the shout out! Miss you too. Also, loving the new intro - nothing like the California Redwoods - very amazing, tranquil, and almost spooky place. It's like the trees are watching you. 👀Plus, here's the link I was telling you about - Swan Song with Chopin intro: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXPLpaSdnr14d5Y . One tiny spoiler - once Miyako is done with her étude, I love how nonchalantly she picks up her guitar pick from the piano. Peace and Love.

[@1970Phoenix]

Asami does the cutest little hip sways. 😍

[@DavidMISAMISAMISACook]

Fami Fami Fami!

[@pianoblacksky]

This song really puts you in a good mood, doesn't it?!

[@paulg-sg]

Your train analogy is perfect;-) In fact I'd go so far as to say that the closest you could get to an actual Lovebites experience would be to stick you head out the window of a Shinkansen screaming along at 320 km/h (if you could actually open the windows)😂

[@davadead]

lovebites maravilla de banda y en vivo suenan igual \m/

[@billyboyles]

Good reaction,.. their music moves me a lot too...Can't wait to see a live version of this.. One of the reasons they chose English is the phrasing fits this style of music. If you go back a good starting spot is "Holy War" and go from there .no bad tracks

[@DavidGatson]

By the way, they only sing in English. This band has no Peer.

[@paulg-sg]

PS if anyone does want to hear what it would be like if they didn't, they performed Bravehearted in Japanese on the original Lovebites EP. That was perhaps before they made the decision to go all-in on English lyrics. But if they ever run out of ideas (as if) - I would not complain if they just re-released their entire catalogue in Japanese;-)

[@noelle3551]

Many fans rave about oh how good this is, but they forget most of their songs have a message and this one is no different! They are telling us they are back, new style forthcoming and they are committed to doing it!! I also picked this up during the Documentry for the new bassist. They have a habit of wrapping good music around the lyrics!! As for the music it has a British metal vibe ie Motorhead, Iron maiden and Judas Priest

[@michaelhughes7814]

Wolfpack 🐺 UK here,this band are arguably the best heavy metal band on the planet right now,the Wolfpack 🐺 will be able to find a song that will be your favourite till the next masterpiece 😂🤘🎸🎤🥁🎶🐺

[@schelin1447]

I think FAMI brought a lot of new energy to the band, maybe you're feeling that? 🙂

[@faintsmile88]

🐺🤘🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@PeterLGଈ]

Never heard of them, never seen them ... consider my 64 year old mind blown!

[@Chief322]

Right?! GREAT band IMO. I just recently discovered them too! I'm glad you gave them a shot, my friend :D Also, your name is awesome and hilarious lol! Have a great day :D

[@kellerfrederic1]

A very very good title elaborated so that it feels like a hit. A striking title and at the same time " mainstream " if I dare to say. After all it depends on what you like in metal. I prefer the speed/thrash tracks from their catalog. The tracks that rip your head off at the first listen. In this new album the best track for me is "soldier stand solitarily" this track deserves a special attention for those who have the same taste as me.

[@pamelaadam9207]

Nice new thumbnail kiddo make you look clean and tidy

[@zoranbl1990]

It is different. With this new album they turned to a more progressive darker sound. And its outstanding. They can do everything. Fami added some new elements, Miyako is shredding more than ever, Midori is insane and shredded, Asami improved a lot, Haruna become a monster on that drum kit. There are no limits for them. Its pure metal madness

[@luciakarma3568]

hey ya, greetings from germany, i like your reactions sooooo much, love to see, when people struggle with the same emotions as i do. So, i have a suggestion, i wish to see you reacting to ren's song depression.... ❤

[@Gavrev]

They have a different, edgier vibe on their work on the new album. Absorbing Fami into the pack has created a new something. I would never have anyone take anything away from Miho, not for the fact that she was one of the originators of the band nor the quality of her input and playing over the time she was in the band, but Fami is a very interesting potion to pour into the mix.

[@NBM3]

Boosted is good !!!!

[@boyzyu]

The new bassist, Fami, has injected a bit of youthful energy into the band

[@evilvolts]

All lovebites songs but 1 are in English they do it to reach a greater audience since most countries can speak english it's more a business decision that to do it just for the english ]:P

[@alekhidell]

I’m puzzled. You’ve been reacting to Lovebites on and off for a couple of years. So you must know that they sing every song in English. Enjoy your reactions though, always have. Lovebites are like the world’s biggest coiled spring that’s just been released. First there was Covid which put the brakes on what was becoming a bandwagon. Then Miho threw a big spanner in the works. Two members had children, but that isn’t the reason they were absent for so long. The loss of their bassist meant they had to regroup, babies or no babies. They were thorough in their search for a new member, and, in a move which surprised many, chose a young, ridiculously gifted and eternally smiling bassist who goes by her assumed name of Fami. Add the frustration, to the buildup of material that they all wanted and needed to be performing and then throw in a bright, bubbly 20 year old and….bang. Judgement Day. Best metal album ever. Asami said that the title is a sort of question…”this is us, we’re back, how do we sound..judgement day” I can only answer that question with “wow”. I knew the level we’re hearing on JD was on the cards, but nobody could have anticipated just how much more energy they have, with every member being that notch or two better (Fami is already in their league, they’ll make her an even better musician). Lovebites. Best band ever.😅

[@chronicinokla]

need to check out Ren illest of our time It's 🔥

[@martinnikolausmehrtens4398]

💥🎶👸🎵💥

[@andrewboggis2768]

They obviously needed 3 albums to warm up............ 😂 (joking obviously) They just wanted the world to know you can improve on greatness.

[@zabriabubakar5982]

Bro, all LOVEBITES songs is in English....

[@jawosammadennhier7062]

Chief, you are excused. There are probably about *a thousand* details to be discovered in this song and the footage. I mean, it seems to me just _phsically_ impossible to address all of them accordingly. You have to focus on just some of them in _any_ reaction. Otherwise, you don' stand a chance. It simply is Lovebites. They are waaaay ahead of us, musically and in terms of the complexity of their songs, and the intelligence of the arrangements of their songs. Off the charts, unique, without peers, a phenomenon.