Band-Maid - Freedom (REACTION) |CSProductions.29| BLOWNNN AWAY!!!

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

My mind is absolutely blown! NOT gonna lie... I wasn't expecting this. haha!

[@bigbrutalbassbeer410]

Their genuine joy of playing onstage and pure sense of fun is the aspect of their chemistry that attracts and holds fans in their sway.💪🏻🤘🏻

[@paulredly317]

Thank you for reacting. Your reaction is very nice! I glad you like it!

[@paulredly317]

and number of views is not bad!

[@ShikataGaNai100]

BAND-MAID is like Monty Python's, "Spanish Inquisition." Nobody "expects" them. LOL

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

@@bigbrutalbassbeer410 This is so true, and thank you all for the love and support. Will definitely be checking out more!

[@BM4-Life]

Drinking a beer while drumming that is kiddy stuff *Akane* eats a plate of food while drumming to *DICE* in a performance in Germany. 😊

[@stevehall5128]

I have dreamed about being a roadie for Band-Maid, but I just realized...maybe I could be A-Chan's tour cook.

[@ShikataGaNai100]

The Akane ramen thing is epic.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Haha that is CRAZZYY. Lol

[@Jonas_S_]

Can't go wrong with Band-Maid. Pick a song, any song. There is no bad one! They will rock your world! Now the Maidiacs will flood you with info ;) I'll start you off with this: Saiki Atsumi - Lead vocals Born Feb 8, 1994 26 years old, the Ice Queen. MISA - Bass Born Oct 15, 1992 28 years old, the Assassin. Miku Kobato - Rhythm guitar, backing vocals Born Oct 21, 1991 29 years old, the Small Pigeon Kanami Tono - Lead guitar Born Sept 28, 1991 29 years old, the Natural Airhead, Musical Genius Akane Hirose - Drums Born Dec 14, 1990 29 years old, the Gorilla.

[@GaryHolloway-810]

Can't stop. Had a real nightmare fri 13th cos my kitchen flooded & I have no water. Just to say, great comment & Akane & her moving forest joke...Ba-Da-Dum..Tsssss.

[@Jonas_S_]

@@GaryHolloway-810 Sorry to hear about your kitchen Gary. I hope the damage was not too great.

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@Jonas_S_ Thx Jonas. A pipe had burst behind a kitchen cabinet. Fortunately I discovered it at 3:30 am yesterday morning so tho the counters & floor were soaked it could've flooded for hours longer if I hadn't got up to feed a cat. It's the last thing I needed in the run up to Christmas cos I've still gotta buy presents & I'm down to my last £17,000,000 :)

[@Jonas_S_]

@@GaryHolloway-810 Oh my. You might have to spend Christmas as a commoner! Good thing you had your watch cat though ;)

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@Jonas_S_ LOL. God I hope not. Until the plumbing's fixed that'd mean moving into the west wing of my mansion & that's where most of my servants sleep :)

[@markh1085]

I am glad you reviewed these ladies. They are incredible and very very professional. They are blowing away any rubbish that is made today . They are great friends, respect each other and the audience. Everything about them is natural. There are plenty of you tube videos of them goofing about . Most importantly is that there is nothing on them. No drugs, no drunken escapades, although Misa drinks a bit on stage . There is no bad press or controversy, nothing bad like the crap that sticks to other bands. Band Maid are purely about music, friendships and fun. For them to exist in this time is nothing short of a miracle. I love this band and hope I get to see them live to appreciate them. Just a note here. Jimmy Page from LED Zeppelin sort out Arkane, the drummer , so her could meet her and express his appreciation. It does not get better than that. God bless these girls 🙏

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

So cool. I love hearing this! That is absolutely awesome.

[@toshimatyu6654]

From Japan. Thank you for introducing Band-Maid. They are hard rock and are now considered by fans to be one of the best hard rock bands in the world. They usually perform 23 songs and 2 hours live. They were formed in Japan in 2013 by side guitarist Miku Kobato. Miku Kobato had experience working at a maid cafe in Akihabara and had the idea of ​​playing hard rock in a maid costume. That's why the band was named Band-Maid. "Thrill" was their first music video in 2014, played 2 million times in two weeks and saved them from breaking up. At that time they were just around 20-23 years old. Now they are writing, composing and arranging all the songs. 30 songs have been released on their official KZbin, all of which are killer songs. They will release a new song "Different" on December 2nd and a full album "Unseen World" in January 20 next year. It was announced that the new song "Different" will be the theme song for the animation "Log Horizon Round Table Collapse" that start in January 13 next year on NHK's E-TV (educational broadcast) Japan. Official KZbin kzbin.infovideos?view=0&sort=dd&shelf_id=2126 For hard rock, "Thrill," "Secret my lips," "Rinne," "Play," and "DICE." For ballads, "Wonderland," "Endless story ,"and "Daydreaming" For a fun live, "DOMINATION (Live) ," "CROSS", and "Choose me" Japanese style "Secret maiko lips" and "GION-CHO" My most favorite songs right now are the "Puzzle" band version and the acoustic version.　 Next, their latest Live work "Domination（Live)" would be good.(^^♪

[@tigerzoo7946]

They should released all their live music in 2017 and 2018 In their official you tube if they wanted to world domination, so people can see how their live music so good to be true , or all effort will be nothing.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Oh wow! So cool. You'll have to make sure I'm reminded about the new release and get to it. 🙂

[@markh1085]

I agree I am in the U.K.. band Maid are incredible. Just pure talent friendship and fun. I see constantly the following and appreciation growing on you tube. World domination is surely coming to them. I hope they get asked to play at the Tokyo Olympics. I just hope that they stay in the Japanese mind set, keep a good Japanese management team, and do not get sucked into the nasty , trashy press that is found in the west. One of Band Maids best qualities is they are good kind people with good human values that really can only be found in Japan. God bless these girls 🙏

[@romaryfr8173]

Band maid is now the Rock and Roll real deal 👍🇯🇵💕 Thank to our legendary Pigeon to create this band 🕊️🕊️🕊️ポ。

[@brettmarlar4154]

This is the greatest rock band around right now. I was first introduced to them in early 2015. then rediscovered them in December 2019 when I was laid up with a broken tibia and fibula. Then when Neil Peart if Rush passed in early January they filled that musical void perfectly.

[@watcher2554]

MISA! MISA! MISA! Holding the line in solid Guitar Rock, Band Maid has picked up the Mantle of Rock'n'Roll where the West has left it behind! More Band Maid Always!! Put your Kitsune UP!! Po!

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Love it, and for sure!

[@paulpetersen879]

Straight up best band on the planet. All 5 of these beauties bring it

[@billrand4138]

best rock band about at the moment

[@wariotube]

Band-maid is making the world happy

[@TomClark-Futoura]

Welcome aboard, Chris. You are embarking on (along with many others - over 90 million YT views!) an awesome hard-rock journey with 5 incredible women. Here's my intro blurb for those who may be new to Band-Maid: BAND-MAID’s songs and sound beat with the heart and soul of all rockers. But you’ll also hear heavy influences of Punk, Metal and Pop, with nice touches of Blues, Funk and Grunge. Sometimes they use multiple genres within the same song. Their Composition, Execution, Consistency (nearly 100 songs with their latest album, “Conqueror”, and a new drop coming Jan. ‘21), Uniqueness, Charisma, Charm and, oh yeah, Cuteness factor, position them as becoming the hard rock Beatles of our time! In other words, they’re destine for mega-stardom. Each member's personalities are super interesting and their musicianship among the best. Their writing, arrangements and overall sound, especially guitar tones and drums, are kick-ass! Having seen them LIVE, I can honestly say their performance, sound, stage appearance, and band synergy is off the rails spectacular. Band-Maid is the only band in decades where I love nearly EVERY song they’ve done. I have over 50 favorites! "Thrill" (2014) is a great place to start: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5XWaJppgpJnorM Their later songs drive even more - Rinne, Blooming, Moratorium, Domination, Clang, Dice, Spirit, Turn Me On, Fate, Play, Hide-And-Seek, Secret My Lips, Puzzle, Glory, Choose Me, I Can’t Live Without You, and on and on. But don’t miss out on their powerful, beautifully written, mid-tempo songs like Daydreaming, Anemone, Endless Story, PAGE and Smile... or more punky like Don’t Let Me Down and Screaming… or funky like Bubble… or bluesy like The Dragon Cries… or poppy like Start Over… or a bit jazzy like Wonderland… or cultural like the Band-Maiko series… or instrumentals like Onset, Without Holding Back and Going Nuts! And many are represented with over 30 well produced music videos. kzbin.info Most performances should be experienced from their LIVE concerts such as Tokyo's LINE CUBE SHIBUYA on February 14th (“Domination” kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5PcgnaAo5ulj8k), ZEPP 2018, Shinkiba Studio Coast 2017 and some of the better 2019 tour Fan vids. Here’s three of what it’s like to see Band-Maid LIVE at super intimate venues. The first taken by Vladimir Chupin in Hamburg: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZCUpZttmNmag9E, the second taken by JT Dayo in LA: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqasinWhdt6Veas, and third, JOSER8845 in LA: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6S6i6mifKx3idU. If you like Band-Maid, make sure to support them by purchasing some concert tickets, CD, DVD/BD & Merch, etc. bandmaid.tokyo Like most Band-Maid songs, I like them from the get-go but really start to appreciate them after more hearings and seeing their LIVE videos. I'll go back and see an older song like YOLO, Order, Shake That, Freezer, Before Yesterday, Real Existence, Non Fiction Days and Alone, etc. and realize there's no band that can consistently construct and play like Band-Maid. For fun, check out an awesome, little known "Mega Band-Maid Mix" by DJ Ray of some of their earlier stuff: facebook.com/djrayboston/videos/1004709499579009 Band-Maid members are: (Ages are best est.). Saiki Atsumi (Sy-i-Key or Psyche) “Ice Queen" - Lead vocals, arrangements, melodies and High Priestess mediator between the Gods (Band Members) and the masters and princesses (Fans). At 26 and the youngest, “Sensei” (Leader) as Miku calls her, has the last word on many musical decisions. High-heels or sneakers, Sai-chan’s smile melts away the persona. Her charisma, performance and voice focus the experience. Miku Kobato (Me-Ku) "Small Pigeon" - Rhythm guitar, vocals, lyricist, 29 years old. “Koba”, as Saiki calls her, is the Band founder and a firecracker MC & PR SpokesPigeon, po! Her “Magic Spell Time” charm and energy ignite the room. Kurrupo! No, no, no… KURRUPO!! Kanami Tono (Ka-Naw-Me) “Princess” - Lead guitar, keyboards, 29 years old, is a prolific writer of most Band-Maid material. Kanami (translates “Song Wave”) is a possessed riff-slayer who’s so damn adorable it hurts. The only thing you want from Mincho is more! Akane Hirose (A-Ka-Nay) "Gorilla" - Drums, 29 years old, band energizer & co-clown with MISA. Achi’s talents include massive consumption of noodles and bananas, of course, (even during performance!) while revolutionizing rock drumming with relentless drive, dynamics and the kick. This “DrumRilla” is the Party! MISA (Me-Sa) "Assassin" - Bass, 28 years old. A sullen, barefoot, dark spirit driving her 5-string bottom-end to hell and back, off-stage MISA is the band’s goofball ballerina. The Mysterious One literally kills it… every note.. uniting Band-Maid’s world-class rhythm section. A slug of JB, a slight grin, and let the slappin’ begin… MISA! MISA! MISA!

[@Glen.Black.]

Great job sir! I play this song at least once a month just for the drum solo! Akane (drummer) always kills it! The whole song is awesome and BandMaid is crazy talented! One of the best bands in the world! Another rabbit hole you need to go down is 12 y.o. YOYOKA. Japanese drummer girl, youngest ever to be added to the DRUMMER WORLD Top 500 Drummers OF ALL TIME at age 11! She has already had more accomplishments than most drummers have had in their whole life. A true professional! For a small taste, check out her recent Progressive Rock release of "Sparkling" that she co-wrote. It is very different, and very inspirational. This song highlights a wide of array of her diverse talents. It is an official music video, and although they don't appear on screen, Rhonda Smith (toured with Prince for 10 years) is on bass, and Derek Sherinan (Formerly of Dream Theater and very famous worldwide) is on keys. "YOYOKA - Sparkling (Official Video)" kzbin.info/www/bejne/op2laYmweMl6r7s. If you want to know her accomplishments, they are summed up in this documentary that I commissioned (as a fan) with "Wave Potter". He did an awesome job! "One of the World's Greatest Drummers at 12 :: YOYOKA | Documentary of 2009-2022 [Japanese CC]" kzbin.info/www/bejne/hX-8YaSLjLdoprM

[@jtdg5849]

They are an absolute hit writing machine! I can listen to whole albums straight through. And that's exactly how I listen to them. As a drummer I have to comment on Akane. 2 years ago when I first ran across this band it blew me away. Her Drumming is not necessarily difficult (other than playing WAY faster than I normally do), but she is clearly a well rounded musician. Every section she plays multiple patterns/grooves, and makes it work perfectly with the rest of the band. It's like if Keith Moon could keep time, be precise, thought ahead and worked with Pete Townsend on what to play where to make sure the drumming complimented everything the rest of the band did. While still going absolutely NUTs on the drums. THAT is Akane Hirose!

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Haha Great description here. To me (someone who can only keep a very very simple beat on the drums) everything sounds so clean/technical. Check out my "aiar drums" again. Did I do alright in the solo? haha

[@alexn4843]

I was lucky enough to catch Band Maid in concert in NYC last year. They are a fantastic live band, I think that's where they really shine. A bit of background on them if you haven't already got some. Miku (rhythm guitar/backing vocals) founded the band and was supposed to be lead singer but didn't think her voice was strong enough to sing the types of songs she wanted band to play, so they recruited Saiki. Miku found Kanami (lead guitar) on KZbin. Kanami is so good that she is Miku's guitar teacher. Miku never played guitar before starting band and has improved wonderfully. Kanami knew Akane (drums) from being on different backing bands together. Akane knew MISA (bass) from attending the same music school. Miku used to work in maid cafe's in Japan and thought it would be cool to dress as maids and play music you wouldn't expect them to play. They call that "The gap"

[@noahvale7555]

Welcome aboard...Band Maid is the real deal....fantastic live ....And yes, the happiness factor is just one of the reasons we love them.....you might want to check out 'Real Existence', "Choose Me', 'Alone'......

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

I have so much work to do when it comes to Band-Maid

[@ehcah2011]

Great reaction, lovely comments! Bandmaid members are very talented, I like them so much! Another fantastic band, totally badass is Lovebites! Check it out, you'll like it! See you next!

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Thank you for the support and suggestions Yamada!

[@ShikataGaNai100]

As I have often said, because Miku insisted on "My Way! My Way! My Way!", we now have the greatest live band on the planet.

[@joeg1709]

A lot of us that have discovered BandMaid are all in because every of the amount of fun they have but skill level they show. Even the rhythm guitar only started playing like 5ish years ago and has gotten so much better. Get deeper in to their stuff and they have tons of fun, really good rock and roll.

[@silversamme]

Great that you’ve discovered The Maids. They’re unbelievably talented. Kanami on lead guitar composes and Miku on rhythm writes the lyrics. With Akane on drums and Misa on bass they’re supremely gifted. ONSET in 2018 is one of fans favs with the combination of light and sound creating an amazing piece. Plenty.more as per previous comments. Misa’s bass and Kanami’s solos are something else. Watch a few of these and you’ll realise you’ve been captured under the spell of the small pigeon in Miku. It was her creation in bringing in the maid concept and finding Kanami and Saiki online was pivotal. Kanami knew Akane who was studying with Misa at a musical academy. What a band they’ve brought to the world. A pity more don’t know about them. Spread the word.

[@mikeat2637]

Band Maid has three of the finest musicians in the world in Kanami Tono on lead guitar, Akane Hirose on drums and Misa on bass. Miku, the founder of the band and other guitarist is no slouch but not in their class. And Saiki is a revelation. If you like them you have to listen to Wagakki Band, with the incomparable Yuko Suzahuna singing lead, as well as their fantastic group of musicians also. Give them a shot. Also you have to do some BabyMetal, with another amazing vocalist in Suzuka Nakamoto. Three really class acts.

[@pencilfreak81]

I think many here will agree with me when I say that you have just discovered the best rock band of today. 🤘🏻 And with this one song you just scratched the surface of what these ladies have to offer. Without exception, each of them is incredibly talented, there is absolutely no weak part in this band. Add to that an incredible understanding of songwriting and composing, plus the ability to cross genre boundaries and incorporate them into the songs. And as if that wasn't enough, these ladies prove it all in perfection and with fun live on stage. With Band-Maid you enter a rabbit hole from which there is no escape so easily. 😉 Welcome to the amazing world of Band-Maid!

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Thank you for the welcoming Thomas! I'll begin to navigate my escape out of this rabbit hole.

[@snowdog5895]

Welcome to the world of Band Maid, and congratulations on discovering the best rock band to come around in DECADES! Freedom is an incredibly fun song, but somewhat simple by Band Maid standards. I think for your next Band Maid song you should check out the MV for "Rinne" to erase any doubts you might have that they can blow any other band in the world off the stage! 🎶🎸🥁🎸🎶🔥🙂

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Thank you, thank you very much! Haha I'm pumped!

[@vdctube8966]

Good reaction, I love to see when ppl who knows nothing about this band was mind blowing. Welcome to Band Maid.

[@paulpetersen879]

This is the only band that I can think of that I would rather listen to a live recording than studio. They really stretch out and jam live. So much fun and energy that you pick up from them.

[@runetech]

I discovered them maybe 6 months ago. I immediatly bought all their albums and Live videos. Preordered the new album that is coming in Januari in the extended first pressing only version (with Surround BD-Audio version). 90+ song catalogue with nearly all good songs. When it comes to Rock/Hard-Rock style music this is the best band that has come up since the 70's almost. I missed so much that a good Rock song incorporated instrumental solo-sections, and these girls do it so well.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

I'm excited I'm just beginning this journey! It has been a while since i've just listened to pur Rock/Hard Rock

[@Bolverine]

All their live stuff is phenomenal....they are phenomenal.

[@markmathewssgbcpenaltyboxs6389]

I have known them for a year and a half now and was still blown away when this video was released! They keep improving, year after year, album after album.

[@sobabruddah7576]

LOL, Chris, you just opened Pandora's Pigeon hole door. Smile and enjoy as you free fall down this very deep pit from the world's best rock band! 🤘

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Haha I love the analogy, and I may not have known what I was doing when I checked out this band, but I'm glad i'm just now starting this journey.

[@Greish-esquire]

Best Rock Band on the Planet .....

[@xagorvangard]

Your journey has just began. Band-Maid is a phenomenal band. Great live performers. All of their songs are great. You need to check out more to further get blown away.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Wil definitely do!

[@erumi36]

I'm pretty sure I've heard of these gals before. Listen to at least a song or two of theirs every day for about three years now :D They are the real deal and well worth digging into.

[@BM4-Life]

🐦 *CSProductions.29* 🐦 Welcome to the world of *BAND-MAID* (2013 - Present) A group of 5 young ladies from Japan that will rock your world: *Miku Kobato* (Kuruppo) = Vocals / Rhythm Guitar *(Po!)* *Saiki Atsumi* (Sai-Chan) = Vocals *Kanami Tono* (Kanamincho) = Lead Guitarist *Akane Hirose* (A-Chan) = Drummer *MISA* (MISA, MISA, MISA) = Bassist If you wish to continue down this Happy Pigeon Hole 😊 *(Po!)* You will embark in 40+ great music videos or live videos. Buckle up, put the kids to bed, and keep your hands in the cart at all times and let *BAND-MAID* take you on a journey Below is a list of songs that will get you started *Blooming-2019* *Dice-2018* *Choose Me-2017* *Real Existence Live (Apr. 13th, 2018)* At the end of your journey I hope you discover that BAND-MAID does not have any boundaries and is willing experiment into different genre from Blues, Rock, Punk and Jazz. *100% satisfaction guarantee or your money back…*

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Haha love this! better believe I'm buckled up and ready to Rock On!

[@joeking6763]

KANAMI TONO - plays PRS Custom 24 - Mesa/Boogie Triple Rectifier. Miku Kobato - plays Zemaitis C24MF - EVH Amps Misa - plays Black Cloud "Smoker" and Privat Reserve (SG Style) bass - Orange Amps Akane Hirose - Plays TAMA drums with Zildjian Cymbals Watch - PLAY live - next! You will get a blast from MISA and Kanami as well. For some true shredding on an MV try YOLO and Blooming. There is not a bad song in their entire library! Welcome to the Rabbit hole called Band Maid - You will become a Maidiac! Resistance is futile.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Maybe I should save up for a PRS Custom and I will be able to play the guitar that well?? Also "Resistance is futile". haha Love that.

[@mr.bluebird6544]

These ladies are the real deal, world-class musicians, song writers and performers. The live performances are becoming legend. Always an added something for the fans (killer drum solo in this case). Looking forward to your second serving?

[@waynebenedict4609]

Band-Maid is the best rock band on the planet at the moment! The music transcends the language, imho! Five talented artists from Japan who love what they are doing! It's easy to not think live is the better version of a song, but Band-Maid is exceptional live! All Band-Maid songs are great, pick one! World class talent!

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Wayne, I'll have to check out more of their live performances!

[@johnterry1852]

Great review. These ladies are some of best musicians in the world. They are actually very well known. They have played around the world including the US. I have another new one you can try. Russian teen Diana Ankudinova. Start with Wicked Game. She was 15 when she did this. She is 17 now. We call her The Goddess Voice of Nature.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

John, I've got it added to my list. So many suggestions/recommendations now, but I will definitely get to it. Thank you! =)

[@crabuki1273]

Thank you for doing a video on BAND-MAID! They're pretty darned great, as I think you'll quickly see checking out other of their tunes. Lots of great choices on their offical YT channel.

[@GaryHolloway-810]

Just going back to 1888 to solve the Jack the Ripper murders & my dilithium crystals have....OH it's you giant Crabuki. Better give you a like whilst I'm here :)

[@crabuki1273]

@@GaryHolloway-810 Oh, I see, so... it's a wibbly wobbly, timey wimey thing, then?

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@crabuki1273 Yep the very thing. My crystals are nearly recharged so I'll leave you in Crabuki peace :)

[@lurkmerchant]

You are right about the drummer. This is the best song to showcase the drummer akane's skill but as you start listening to more band-maid songs you notice how big the part akane's drum has in creating the distinctive groove that band-maid has. Many praise misa's bass. And kanami's guitar solos, which is also creative and crazy and ever evolving miku's guitar ability... but, akane is the driver of the band-maid.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

I can totally see that. She blew me away!

[@u28one]

Welcome to the world of Band Maid, best live rock band out today. If you want to get blown away even more check out live videos of Domination, Play, Real Existence, Onset or MV's Rinne and Blooming but all their videos are great.

[@JoaoBosco-yd3ln]

Yes, friend, I have known and followed you since 2016, I always thank my son and Babymetal, I discovered not only Band Maid but also Lovebites, Aldious, Ningen Isu, Hagane, Nemophila, etc., welcome and good journey through the pigeon hole .

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Haha Thank you Joao! This will be an excellent journey no doubt

[@nathanjames4242]

Ah, the old Eastern Hemisphere . . . Love that place

[@dennisthemenace671]

MISA !!! MISA !!! MISA !!! the Barefoot Bass Assassin , cant go wrong with Band Maid .

[@jeje2425]

first time i know about these ladies was from their song titled DICE, i fell in love with them on the first 1sec i heard it

[@irwinwei73]

Happiest band around -> Best band of our time!

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

During the drum solo, you would've thought I was actually playing it. I was almost spot on! Lol 💪🏽😜🤘🏽😂

[@Wirmish]

Almost...

[@gmac6503]

Great Reaction! Same as me 8 months ago and still every time I hear them. My first song from them was Thrill MV and had it been a live song or this one I never would have survived lol. Keep Enjoying them!

[@auzdoz]

BM is one of the best rock bands around! Look forward to seeing you react to other songs.

[@ShikataGaNai100]

Welcome new Maidiac! There are no egos in this band...in fact, band founder and original lead singer Miku Kobato recruited her own replacement as lead singer. They are more like sisters than just band mates.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Thank you and so cool!

[@mickyhierro3901]

In fact, they are a live band. Their live performance is thousands of times better than the studio version.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

I love this!

[@daft4343]

Plenty to hear... many listed already Domination, Moratorium, Alone, Blooming, Real Existence, Onset..... the list goes on and on! Preferably live cheers!! Welcome aboard 🤘🤘🤘

[@tonyborasio7187]

IT TAKES 5 Women To Kick All Metal Bands Asses , THE BEST METAL BAND EVER PERIOD!

[@JuanSan66]

Welcome to the world of Band Maid. This is one of the few bands that sound much better live than in the studio. They are incredible musicians, but if you continue down the rabbit hole, in no time, you will realize that they are even better at songwriting their music. Nice job!.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Thank you so much Juan! Much more to learn/explore by them.

[@paulread5218]

Domination live 2020 an even better all out jam in the middle. these girls been tour 6 years, in States too.

[@ShikataGaNai100]

Did anybody else pick up Kanami "zooming" at the end of each of the verses. It is little musical flourishes like that that make BAND-MAID who they are. Plus, they aren't just musicians, they are entertainers...and they are just the very musical definition of fun! BTW, Kanami is normally mild-mannered and even nerdy when not holding her PRS, which is what you would expect from someone with a degree in economics, right? :-)

[@opie8989]

Domination (live) should be your next Band-Maid song.

[@richardhall6034]

Hi from the uk 🇬🇧 something you might like to check out the band is called nightwish its a symphonic metal band from Finland with a Dutch singer floor jansen This band has a massive following in Europe and the Internet Nightwish ghost love score wacken open air concert 2013 Nightwish romantaside wacken open air concert 2013 (match heaver than gls) Nightwish song of myself wacken open air concert 2013 And prepare for the Nightwish army to arrive at the door 🚪 lol 😆

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Oh Richard, it's been so long since I've listened to Nightwish! I haven't listened to a lot of their music, but I definitely remember Nemo, they're take on Phantom of the Opera, and a couple others.

[@drvijil]

3 years ago after checking out some K-pop, a thumbnail for Band Maid appeared. I saw pretty girls in maid outfits and figured, why not. The video was for the song, “Thrill”, and after being blown away, I’ve been hopelessly addicted to Band Maid ever since. They are the best Rock Band going. “Freedom” is one of their earlier songs. Their newer material is harder edged . Their live performances are often better than the studio originals. They have about 5 albums of material and countless songs would be great for you to review. “Thrill” is their 1st video and a good starting point. “Moratorium’, “Puzzle” and “Play” are good live songs to review, but you can’t go wrong listening/reviewing any Band Maid songs.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

I'll have to check more songs by them for sure!

[@jolietjake4605]

The best live band in the world.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Crazy!

[@paulread4886]

Domination live Bandmaid , 2020, kills it even more. they tour US.

[@PhilC_Adventures]

Great reaction! It's like reliving my own discovery of them almost 6 years ago when they first started. Check out my highlights video when I was lucky enough to catch them live for the first time. Take care!

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

let's go! haha That's so awesome. Can't wait to hear more

[@k-popplayinklown5473]

Welcome to BAND MAID! ..................... Akane!!

[@weilima9316]

Yup Band-Maid is basically a LIVE band that records studio tracks because they need income? Haha. To begin with, Freedom in the studio version does not have the drum solo or the guitar-guitar solo transition. That was for this live show.

[@stevehall5128]

My impression is that they're so busy that they just have time to get the songs to "acceptable" (for Band-Maid - which is what most musicians dream of accomplishing) before they record them. Then they A) improve them, and B) add stuff for the fans, because they are sooooo fan-oriented it's humbling as a fan. It seems only fair to pay $20 shipping for an $11 CD single to support them.

[@paul_laws]

@@stevehall5128 This is one of the best comments I've ever read. Thank you. EVERYONE! Support your favourite band 🙏

[@stevehall5128]

@@paul_laws Hopefully new label Pony Canyon will be more international-fan-friendly to match the 'Maids themselves. Turns out they have a US website/online store with much more reasonable shipping (yay!)... _but_ it only shows anime DVDs and the "News" page hasn't been updated since 2018 (boo). On the other hand, the store is run by anime distributor RightStuf, which _does_ offer music, so there's still hope.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

@@stevehall5128 When you say they're so busy, do you mean from touring/fan events, media, etc. or do they also have other jobs? Just curious as I don't know much about them.

[@stevehall5128]

@@Guitarz4Lyf The former. Recently they answered some questions from the official fan club and someone asked Akane if she was in love with anyone. She seemed to think it was a crazy question because she was way too busy even to meet anybody, let alone date. Now, their Instagrams show this isn't entirely true: they all like to go out to eat, drink, and shop - usually with each other. But they also practice 4-8 hours a day together or by themselves, do lots of promotional appearances and interviews (especially Miku & Saiki), and cram songwriting and recording in around that to put out a record pretty much every year since they started.

[@1947dd]

I was blow away the first time I heard them as well. I enjoyed your reaction and would suggest the following: Domination (live), Play (live), Onset (live) and Wonderland (live). Band Maid is jsut better live. The only songs I would suggest the official MV's for would be Rinne and Dice. Have a good one.

[@DavidMISAMISAMISACook]

and Blooming

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Oh, I'll definitely get to more of them that's for sure. Thank you for the suggestions C. Davis

[@Kevin6059]

This is their "most fun" song I'd say, but to see their real abilities, you need to dig further. Go to their YT page and check out Domination Live 2020 from this same show, Onset Live 2018, Real Existence 2018, Rinne MV, Blooming MV, and maybe, just maybe you start to see how incredibly awesome they are! (Mana is great too - I agree. Of course they're huge in Mexico)

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Let's go! Another Mana fan. I'll dive deeper into Band-Maod for sure!

[@JADK7507]

Thumbs up both for liking Band-Maid as well as the spot on Guitar Hero comment. Thought the same thing first time i saw it too lmao.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Haha Thanks and love it!

[@iQiLefty]

My favourite band at this moment... Band-Maid, a truly exceptional talented musicians! Check out Domination live next. Also, I heard you mentioned you listen to kpop? if you like rock and K-pop, checkout Dreamcatcher, a K-pop group with rock influence

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

They're so good, and i'll have to check them out!

[@DavidMISAMISAMISACook]

MISA MISA MISA!

[@keithvincent4]

Mind blown 2013.Long may they reign.

[@alanscarfe6753]

Will just say that not understanding Japanese in no way stops me from loving Band Maid, just the sound of Saiki and Miku`s vocals is enough for me to enjoy the songs, and their CD booklets have translations of Miku`s lyrics so I can find out what the songs are all about if I need to. Best Rock band on the planet right now IMO !!!

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Love it!

[@northstar7694]

Live or not, these musicians are fully legit.

[@TaijDevon]

The problem with Band Maid is you go through a crush on every member of the group and end up confused.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

I can see how that is a problem! haha

[@falkarios2944]

Loved the reaction, this band is crazy good. You have to check out Domination or Play from this same concert, you have a lot more waiting for you. lol.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Lol looks like I have a lot of fun work ahead of me!

[@miqoto]

welcome to Bandmaid! recommend Domination(music video) then the LIVE 2/14/2020 version. they are so EPIC LIVE! just fyi most of the responses will be Bandmaid fans(we're pretty loyal to them)

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

I love this! They're great

[@markbaker8255]

MISA MISA MISA THE ASSASSIN!!!!!

[@krash66]

Band-Maid is Amazing! You were speaking of Mexican Rock Bands. You should check out another Mexican Rock band that has many cross over fans with Band-Maid called The Warning! They are three Teenage sisters that are incredible! The Future of Rock. The Warning!

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

I'll add them to my list!

[@gtr7409]

I recommend the another all-female japanese POWER METAL band. "LOVEBITES"

[@ehcah2011]

Yes!!! LOVEBITES is fantastic!!!❤️

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

I've got them added to my list! Thank you for the suggestion.

[@gtr7409]

@@Guitarz4Lyf I can't wait!!!

[@p.ayebasco6645]

Welcome to the rabbit hole known as Band-Maid.

[@Wirmish]

Pigeon nest?

[@matttate9999]

I know another guy names Chris Saunders but anyway love to see a genuine reaction. The girls are fun to follow on social media. They are kinda ridiculous in the best way.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

I'll have to check them out, and thanks!

[@rootxetri1887]

nice reaction mate

[@timgove5337]

Japan’s rock, hard rock and metal scene has been on fire, especially the women the past decade. Try Lovebites-Thunder Vengeance live kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4ioaIOneNV6n5Y And try LisaX Band. Only two official videos (prior she did solo instrumental stuff), but this third release on Sony, she really has matured, you can tell she’s 14 on these, not 12 like when she had Polyphia and Paul Gilbert guest... seriously. “One More Chance is Enough” has guest bass by Billy Sheehan kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqvWoqCkesZrb8U (Lovebites always English, LisaX Band English except for one bridge section, BandMaid English varies from 5% to almost 40% with 2 songs all in English.)

[@ranger_a6953]

Ah, the silly Band-Maid grin ©️ lol. They're awesome.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

So good!

[@bobbywinkler9455]

Keep listening to all girl bands Japan

[@TheRagingSound]

Great vid!👍

[@brewswillis9783]

Loved your reaction, would like to see you do some symphonic metal tracks like Nightwish etc.

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

It's been a while since I've listened to Nightwish! Will have to check them out again.

[@Full_Stream_Tempest]

Chon “checkpoint” please, it’s sooooo good! I think you will love it

[@fcpyt]

Thank you~ Please react their any live performances from band maid's official channel. They are better every time. Enjoy~

[@ShikataGaNai100]

Question for Fellow Maidiacs: Do any of you know what university Kanami got her economics degree at? I have been told that, like Perfume members Kashiyuka and Nocchi, she went to J. F. Oberlin University in Tokyo.

[@christopherjohnferrer3771]

Yes my #1 band Bando-Maid! Talking about idols like Black Pink, will you check out this alternative idol group/song called PassCode - Miss Unlimited (Live) 19-2020 ver.

[@k-popplayinklown5473]

I second that suggestion

[@melocitysolo9574]

Don't be fooled by their small and cute looks. ​The band maid is a true organic band, as opposed to kpop :)

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

I was fooled at first and so cool! Lol

[@DoubleMonoLR]

@@Guitarz4Lyf The 'k' in kpop stands for Korea, there is also jpop from Japan, where band-maid is from. There can be crossover between the kpop/jpop groups and independent performers to some extent, for example some korean rappers were independent rappers before joining a group. They sometimes also write/compose some or all of their songs.

[@ox5053]

I hope that someone will put the translation in every Band-Maid reaction video so the reactors will understand what the song is all about and not just appreciate the music.

[@lordgalahad]

Here is the Studio Version: open.spotify.com/track/6njKavlKlkntFIvHC1oz63?si=VgjC8ydtR8i191L4QQUAkg Somehow the live sounds better. Also they added a drum solo in this live. They usually add or change stuff in their songs during live performances

[@leodriscoll2929]

I notice you never really mentioned the bass (understandable with all that's going on). So now you get to listen again and focus on that, and get further blown away....

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Leo great point! Mann..... Bassist's never get any love! Next song I'll definitely focus a little more on that.

[@aizatfikri7032]

band-maid's great but hey,here's my suggestion for you.try listening to kalafina,any song's good but i suggest hikari furu live 10th anniversary for a start.those 3 japanese sirens will blow you away!

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Uh oh.... I'm adding it to the list. =)

[@killiansred1000]

Lots more BAND-MAID to explore. Just wait until you get into some of really hard rock like ‘Blooming.’

[@paulpetersen879]

No less than Jimmy Page said that Akane was like John Bonham reincarnated.

[@kylenewberry2598]

I bet you would love Coldrain and Galneryus!

[@brambram6794]

Great review, another blown away female band from Japan, check out Lovebites with songs called Holy War or Swan Song. You will like it

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

You got it Bram!

[@stephenriggs8177]

"If this isn't in English, I'm going to struggle." ... Or not. This band is so great that I really don't miss the lyrics, and you didn't seem to, either. To me, Saiki's another instrument, and that's fine. I do feel kind of bad, though, because I never get to appreciate Miku's lyrics.

[@kuroneko7022]

Do not ever compare Japanese accomplished singers and musicians to KPop - that is blasphemy!! Japan and Korea are no where the same when it comes to polished, skilled musicians! If you listen to KPop, you really can’t speak on JRock. BlackPink compared to Band Maid? No contest!!!

[@Guitarz4Lyf]

Love the passion! haha