First Time Hearing L.A.B. - “In The Air” Reaction | Asia and BJ

[@AV8ND2L8]

This is what NZ Summer sounds, feels, and looks like! ❤ #Bliss

[@thatfijianboy1061]

And we Fijians love this song too. Play it at every gig we have. Bula vinaka Asia and BJ. Love your reactions

[@tinkler4]

One of the most popular bands currently in New Zealand. This song was biggest selling record in 2020. Amazing band live. Please check out their earlier music. ‘Controller’ (2017) which was also a big hit that year was re-released due to the popularity of ‘In The Air’ and ‘Rocketship’ (awesome promotion album track) The band mostly composes reggae music, with a mix of electronic, blues, rock and funk music.

[@djkchur]

Aotearoa New Zealand at its finest, the live version in the studio is wicked. You should check out Stan Walker covering Ultra Light Beam by Kanye West

[@theultimatejaye6319]

lead singer is Joel Shadbolt .. and yes the band's name is the letters L . A . B .. there's also 2 brothers in the band Brad & Stu Kora from there band Kora(also heaps of bangers from there band) .. and Ara Adams Tamatea, the bass player is from the band Katchafire (another iconic nz band with yes, you guessed it, mega- bangers)

[@shonamcnally5855]

L.A.B. have plenty more to listen to. Teeks & Six60 are well worth diving into as well. Lots of great NZ talent out there, enjoy!

[@SF49FAN]

YES, TEEKS! ❤

[@hmmmyeahnahdoh823]

06:55 Hahaha... that's because Kiwi's are nocturnal 🙄 . L.A.B members are Brad Kora (Drummer/BV), Stu Kora (Guitar/Keyboard/BV), Ara Adams Tamatea (Bass/Keyboards), Miharo Gregory (Keyboards/BV) and Joel Shadbolt (Lead Guitar/Vocals). Originally the acronym stood for founding members Laughton & Brad from iconic reggae roots band Kora, before Laughton left and Joel, Stu, Miharo joined the band. I'm unsure so don't quote me on it but I suspect the A in L.A.B stood for Ara (Bass/Keyboard player) from another iconic reggae roots band Katchafire. Thank you for reacting and sharing a little of what we listen too here in NZ, with your subscribers and the wider global audience. When music sounds this chill, smooth may seem so simple that the vibe infects the very core of our being. You both were clearly vibing to this one, good positive uplifting music that makes you want to move, whether you're on your feet or grooving in your seat, fuel for the soul. Your gonna love our smooth easy listening vibes. NZ is bringing that old school sound Back to the Future and L.A.B is at the forefront of where music is at in our country right now, with songs like For The Love Of Jane (Official video Sequel to In The Air), Controller, My Brother, Yes I Do, Natural, Fashion Dread, Baby Will You Let Me, Why Oh Why, No Roots, IJDK, Oh Honey, Backseat, Ain't No Use (Live at One Love 2021), Can You Be The One, Under the Sun, Mr Reggae, Proud Man etc, It's always best to choose the live performances from Roundhead or Massey studio when available. Aaradhna, Stan Walker, Teeks, Six60 are right up there as well. Watch the Official video and/or Studio version for a true taste of Kiwi culture. Can't wait for you to explore our music scene. Enjoy your journey down the rabbit hole.

[@275Rocko]

Kia ora (hello) from Aotearoa (New Zealand).. I've been subscribed to you guys for the last year..I had to comment being a kiwi... They got more Jams you need to listen too. Let's Go L.A.B!!👏👏

[@pffp6246]

Kia Ora

[@CaughtInp]

Love the fact that they let the beat go instead of having a chorus. Just lets you ride the song, amazing!

[@benhopper7341]

Spot on 🎉

[@onielelder9654]

Yes! L.A.B.! Gotta give “Under the Sun”…gives me Eagles vibes 🎶

[@markb1114]

What a nice voice and a great vibe of a song. I like it 🔥

[@hmmmyeahnahdoh823]

Checkout the diversity of their discography, Controller, Personify, Natural, Yes I Do, My Brother, For The Love Of Jane (Official video sequel to In The Air). Under The Sun, Oh Honey, Baby Will You Let Me, Why Oh Why, Mr Reggae, No Roots, IJDK, Proud Man, Ain't No Use (Live at One Love 2021). Live Studio performances from Roundhead or Massey are best.

[@katrogue9239]

This definitely one of them Summer vibing jams we be chilling to in New Zealand 🔥🔥

[@theultimatejaye6319]

L.A.B apparently stands for "a group of creative's working on their crafts in a laboratory" .. they have plenty of bangers too so don't b shy to jam more of this iconic band from new zealand

[@aniolson1808]

Nope - LAB is the initials of the band members

[@theultimatejaye6319]

@@aniolson1808 that would be still true if laughton was still in the band .. now thay have Joel lead singing .. (they cud b called J.A.B) .. and also stu and miharo are others in the band

[@lennongreenstreet3291]

@@theultimatejaye6319wrong, they started out as Laughton and Brad, LAB

[@ericsmith6615]

Wife here..I was really liking those background vocals as well!!..,And of coarse the lead singer is really AWESOME!!!...That vibe and bass...STUNNING!!..Quiet Storm for sure!!!

[@hmmmyeahnahdoh823]

Checkout their discography, very diverse with that old school sound blended with our uniquely laid back Kiwi chill factor with songs like For The Love Of Jane (Official video sequel to In the Air),Controller, My Brother, Yes I Do, Natural, Fashion Dread, Baby Will You Let Me, No Roots, Why Oh Why, Ain't No Use (Live at One Love 2021), Under the Sun, Mr Reggae, Proud Man etc.

[@ericsmith6615]

@@hmmmyeahnahdoh823 Thanks for the tip.., Will do!!

[@dankarivas3395]

You guys have to watch their live videos. You'll be blown away 🥰

[@iamurs5293]

im a kiwi to new zealand...yes sir, very nice. thanx for ur reaction to our local boy

[@CaptainRhodes_7767]

I'm an Aussie and I love this song 😊

[@almariahunt8668]

I just seen then live here in Australia, Brisbane last weekend 😍 they’re real famous out here and nz

[@sarinapakeho5564]

proud man. L.A.B. Live at Massey studios

[@kalibwalsh4221]

An underrated Song of theirs is Ain’t No Use, songs a banger and is inspired by Stevie Wonder🤘🏽🔥

[@chevydoitzKiwiVerrer]

Yusss! 🙌 L. A. B absolutely fiyah 🔥🔥🙌 thanks for reacting to one of Aotearoas finest bands 🙏💕 "No roots" & "for the love of Jane" are some other great tracks from L.A.B also.

[@The_Rainbow_Kiwi]

This band is from my hometown in NZ 😁 Reminds me of going to the beach in the summer, eating fish n chips and ice cream, and getting sun burnt lol

[@MaoriThor24]

if you didn't notice. there's no chorus. Its music is instrumental, and it was chilled. She didnt feel it we all saw her anguish.

[@mathewngature2719]

Have to listen to Yes I do..l.a.b..The meanest 👊👊

[@janegee45]

L.A.B is 👍 I was also looking for Reactions to Richard Parker a Samoan singer, I can't seem to find any on KZbin. I am finding so many great singers lately from around the Pacific Nations. 👍👍

[@lesliewoodley2384]

The Black Seeds 'Cool Me Down' is another classic Kiwi song!! Peace from New Zealand

[@Sayin42]

Y’all have really enjoyed reacting to some great NZ (New Zealand) music so far, such as: Crowded House - Don’t dream it’s over Stan Walker - Don’t dream it’s over (cover) And L.A.B - In the air Lorde - Royals (These are the ones that I’m aware of) All amazing tracks/artists in so many ways! I would love to see y’all react to even more NZ artists if possible, can’t go wrong with almost any song from Six60 that’s for sure

[@Lyricistnz]

😆 😆 😆

[@charzyb404]

The vibe of home, your face shows it all girl 😂💖

[@doodoo597]

Y'all needed to see & hear the studio live version❤

[@dariennepohatu6719]

Love this song..NZ Kirihimete (Christmas) hols...Road trips, sun, beaches, seafood, bbqs & whanau (family).

[@5204564]

Love this song and our Island Nations

[@ValHemi265]

Us kiwis are very influenced by the American music from the 60s 70s and 80s. Hence why you moving like you do. ❤❤❤ from home. 🇳🇿 and that bass line is what we feed on over here. You are one hundy percent correct brada. Thank you to the soul of america... very infectious my bro 😊😊😊

[@seanrota3359]

This is summer vibes in New Zealand

[@bittersweet340]

Lab "Yes I DO"

[@alleyjames7570]

Yeah! Maketu, New Dickson Beach Summer breeze

[@alleyjames7570]

Newdicks

[@ScottPothan]

Glad you’re finding Kiwi music ❤

[@jaye6450]

what a song, such a summer vibe

[@vincentfalefatu4896]

Cheehoooo...L.A.B baby!

[@ronprichard6145]

A dude went up the road in his car. All I could hear was the bass line on his sub woofer, I knew what song he was listening to.

[@murraykuka9437]

we have another amazing band called six60

[@lawrencevesetolu7578]

Awesome now you need to react to more of l.a.b. they are absolutely addictive enjoy from new zealand

[@Kausion]

Nice chill vibe this one

[@rossdownes4240]

This might be the first New Zealand band you've reacted to. More please try a band called Split Enz or Dragon.

[@forevalearning]

They've reacted to Tomorrow People and Ardijah too, Ross

[@Davey1522]

And crowded house 😁

[@hmmmyeahnahdoh823]

L.A.B are head your way May/June US Tour. Thought you might want to checkout more of their VIBE just in case you get the urge to check them out. Cheaper than a flight to NZ. In the Air For the Love of Jane Controller My Brother Yes I Do Fashion Dread Natural Why Oh Why Mr Reggae Under the Sun Take it Away Backseat Proud Man Ain't No Use (Live at One Love 2021) Ocean Demon Give Me That Feeling etc L.A.B's Scheduled US Tour Dates: L.A.B-IAM Tongi Friday 9 May The Black Sheep, Colorado Spring, CO J Boog-Ky Mani Marley-IAM Tongi-L.A.B Saturday 10 May The Mission Ballroom, Denver, CO J Boog-L.A.B-Cas Haley Sunday 11 May The Depot, Salt Lake City, UT L.A.B-Cas Haley Tuesday 13 May The Peppermint Club, Los Angeles, CA L.A.B-Cas Haley Wednesday 14 May Belly Up, Solana Beach, CA J Boog-L.A.B-Cas Haley Friday 16 May The Mike Theatre, Bakersfield, CA J Boog-L.A.B-Cas Haley Saturday 17 May Ventura Music Hall, Ventura, CA L.A.B Mayjah Vibes Festival Sunday 18 May Adelanto, CA J Boog-L.A.B-Cas Haley Monday 19 May Quarry Park Amphitheater, Rocklin, CA J Boog-L.A.B-Cas Haley Wednesday 21 May Fremont Theater, San Luis Obispo, CA J Boog-L.A.B-Cas Haley Friday 23 May Mystic Theatre, Petaluma, CA L.A.B California Roots Music & Arts Festival Sunday 25 May Monterey, CA J Boog-Fiji-Sammy Johnson-L.A.B-SpawnBreezie-Fia-Tenelle Holo Holo Music Festival Saturday 13 July Snapdragon Stadium, Thrive Park, San Diego BTW A couple of other Kiwi bands Katchafire and Six60 (Our Biggest Band), along with artists from Hawaii will be performing at: Maoli-Six60-Katchafire-Rebel Souljahz-Three Plus-Eli Mac-Siaosi Holo Holo Music Festival Sunday 14 July Snapdragon Stadium, Thrive Park, San Diego

[@sp3876]

check out the live version . AMAZING !!!

[@kei-te-pai]

Summertime drive. That's what this song is for

[@ashngaia11]

Hey Guys you really need to check out the live at roundhouse versions. you'll love it

[@ashngaia11]

Sorry Roundheads Studios

[@JasonSmith-xf7ot]

Asia and BJ just checked out your reaction to L.A.B In The Air. Awesome to see our kiwi music is being heard on foreign shores. You need to checkout their new music recently released in 2024. Ocean Demon live in studio. Check it out. I love to see the reaction Aloha nui

[@pshane4444]

Woo-hoo go Kiwis 👊👊😊😊

[@zachary8196]

I like this; it kind of reminds of some of early Ambrosia's music. "you're the Only Woman" and "How Much I feel"

[@hmmmyeahnahdoh823]

Listen too the studio versions (Roundhead or Massey) when available - For The Love Of Jane is the sequel Official video, Controller, Yes I Do, Natural, Fashion Dread, My Brother, Baby Will You Let Me, Why Oh Why, No Roots, IJDK, Under The Sun, Oh Honey, Backseat, Proud Man, Mr Reggae, Ain't No Use (Live at One Love 2021) etc shows their versatility and will send you B2TF.

[@michelletewhata7768]

You’s are a great couple 😊 awesome , love ya’s reaction 👍 we don’t realise until we hear a song so Simple yet powerful can change one’s mood,put you on a good vibe, chillaxed and we all need it!💯 Nowadays songs are more hardcore and full on beats…LAB songs is mixed genre’s, RnB, reggae rock old skool all in one. Inspirations from legends! Bob Marley, Zapp, James Brown, Santana, Led Zep, Jimmy Cliff, Ruby & Tina Turner and many more. .. There plenty LAB songs to check out! 🤟🏼🇳🇿 thanks for watching NZ music artist. LAB Joel(singer) ex musician Band (pianist, drummer,keyboard) brothers. Ex Band KORA. Bass Player : ex band “ Katchafire” All singers, awesome! 😊😊

[@dawnezone8491]

Yeahhhh.. L.A.B ♥ Kia ora, loved your reaction 😎It is a summer vibe...

[@wiremuwaretini2616]

L.A.B stand for Laughton And Brad, who are brothers from another New Zealand band known as KORA

[@JaayDawg74]

This is a new Zealand summer classic

[@rohaparker]

Love at its best 😁💯🙌🙌

[@LuckyWatene]

Watch the studio versions 😎

[@AntonioManiapoto-jd2yr]

L.A.B -Rocketship, For the love of Jane & She's Gone r amazing tracks if u want more

[@samoanfreak3455]

Keep going down the kiwi rabbit hole please. Can't wait to see your reaction to Stan walker, teeks, Sammy j, Vince harder etc

[@Jazz_Tamatea]

That's my husbands first cousin carving up on the bass man

[@richardanderson6769]

You got hear....Take It Away by L.A.B.

[@normmak2493]

React to L.A.B - no roots Trust me you guys will love it

[@sonjavanderzwet2425]

LABS Ocean Demon is a must

[@theultimatejaye6319]

2 good u2 .. nz n dee owse .. my favourite band .. summer time tunes baby ..

[@lauriebarrett6789]

Song suggestion - "Not Many" by Scribe.

[@Jspdreaming]

LAB - yesss! love proud man, no roots, natural and yes I do! You gotta watch the live versions though. They're amazing! The list is long, they are that good 👍🏾

[@ML-un1oi]

I am not a tech person. I diffentley enjoy the reactions the 2 of you do. It is great that you keep great music alive. I do not know how to subscribe. so any help would be greatly appreciated

[@hmmmyeahnahdoh823]

Click on the RED button that says SUBSCRIBE, it's located just below the title on the right.

[@AlchemistDoom]

Please please please do a reaction video to - Stan Walker Amazing grace

[@michelletewhata7768]

Asia you are so pretty and you know how to sing! I love to hear you remix a song with LAB Live 😊SUBSCRIBED

[@scottherangi8411]

Please please react to their song "Why Oh Why"....

[@inaratumu3757]

Play this song while at the beach

[@5uperbadgaming79]

check out Six60 if yall haven't already another amazing NZ group

[@mathewngature2719]

Listen 2 yes I do..Lab

[@divahproductions]

Love your guys' reactions. Am following now 🔥

[@AsiaandBJ]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@Shayshay.91]

I went to school with the lead singer

[@danjackman3827]

That’s a baby making song 😂

[@andreamatheson5760]

Would love you to react to Stan Walker Ultralight Beam....... It's absolutely epic, the live studio version x

[@megananderson8167]

Pls react to Stan walker ~ultra light beam kanye west cover

[@walk_in_solo1543]

Wish more would, dope cover.

[@mrcrichton]

Live vids is good

[@joshhorton1786]

Drift away by sons of zion if you want some NZ vibe

[@Andrew-fr3xp]

Hi guys do lab yes I do live at round head studios

[@tereoirirangiwall3513]

Mr Reggae is cool from l.a.b

[@theonenamedhaze]

React to L.A.B - No Roots

[@WHANAUPEACE]

L. A. B Land Air Band.

[@Sam-lk6eo]

Hi Asia and BJ, Can you please review an AWESOME SONG ! by House of Shem the song is Anything you ask for. It's New Zealand to the core.

[@victormac3839]

Cook out music

[@F0RTY4]

Yes you guys are here too awesome, please if you can react to Backseat kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3SUe4hqbrCepdk got that really Neville Brothers sound, this band takes you back intimate but gives you a modern sound at the same time.

[@TheJoeBro19]

React to Lil Dust - Picture me Rollin 🔥🔥🔥

[@dmdm99O]

Please react deach be with you ft pieter t guarantee you'll love that song 🙏💪

[@taniangarotata-yates4115]

Also means - Lads Are Broke..lol

[@aniolson1808]

Then you need LAB's 'Proud Man' live - bass funk fo sho

[@DiegoGonzalez-gy8hd]

I love this band, funny thing about the lead singer is he looks like he could be Bill Bur’s brother 😂😂😂 But you guys should react to L.A.B.- No Roots. And L.A.B.- For The Love Of Jane. 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾

[@megananderson8167]

L.A.B is Nz reggae pop, very popular band

[@DKC1979]

Shes saying something bro?

[@44tank255]

Can uz please react to their song WHY OH WHY

[@deejastone7393]

You'll in the hospital in 9 months after listening to nz music 😂😂

[@jeow873]

Dem baby makers 😂

[@TheMarathonomahos]

Are these guys Australian?

[@bodybalanceU2]

no kiwis

[@robhaunui3343]

L.A.B. are one of New Zealands finest bands out there,check out some of their live performances,and these guys are way better than the over-rated and extremely boring Six60,who admittedly are very popular here in NZ,and really media savvy,but are BORING !

[@bittersweet340]

Don't think so that's just ur opinion and assumption...

[@robhaunui3343]

@@bittersweet340 no assumption there - nothing original going on with 660,as I said,they're very media savvy,so know how to sell their muzak,they're not pioneers putting anything original out,and yes you're right - it is my opinion,but I have many,many associates in the NZ music scene who are of the same opinion,and that isn't the NZ tall poppy syndrome going on. If you like them - fine,I can easily live without hearing them,and it certainly is my choice.

[@walk_in_solo1543]

Chur

[@TheMarathonomahos]

America seem to just churn out these bands. This is just another.

[@donnagough5349]

They are not American.From New Zealand. 😅

[@GALACTUS-WORLD-EATER]

chur kuzzies