JAPANESE GIRL POWER!! | LOVEBITES - SHADOWMAKER (REACTION!!!)

[@rickychau7687]

Lovebites is the band that got me back into Japanese music. The highlight is the dueling guitar between Midori and Miyako. Their sound ranges from European power metal to 80's thrash. Like Band-Maid, you want to see the live performances. Unfortunately, the best live stuff from their concerts is not on KZbin. The video for Crusade might be a good choice of the stuff that is available on KZbin.

[@TheGrumpyNerd]

Ricky Chau yeah dude. I’m all in! Loved it

[@ricdale7813]

Im a old guy and grew up in 80's This band is Legit Live as well. The amount of bad ass Metal from Japan is Staggering.

[@kashtoneric3762]

instablaster

[@slowbluesmaster]

This is currently my favourite Japanese all-female band. Lovebites guitars-only compilation: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ep2TkmaehdOUfpo For DVD-quality live songs, search for 'lovebites battle in the east live'. You'll enjoy it ;-)

[@michaelmusson3593]

Lovebite in 2018 won Metal Hammer Golden God Award for best new band and yes they do sing in English

[@windergard]

Holy shit first time hearing this band and my god, the dueling lead guitarists, so nasty

[@sherinjohn001]

I didn't even realize I was holding my breath was some time when the gals were riffing. Thanks for showing me this band.🥰

[@Pebble3007]

On tour with Dragonforce in the UK now.

[@thedocofrock1890]

@@Pebble3007 the uk again,huh? why no usa tour ever-guys are going crazy for them over here and i'd travel anywhere in the states to see them.we are missing out

[@subidorload]

They have a ballad called "epilogue" and other called "empty daydream" in their second álbum "clockwork inmortality"

[@Dwergarphalanx]

A coworker shared these gals with me and I fell in love with the first album. then the next album took me with Rising, M.D.O Hell the whole Clockwork Immortality album had me sucked in. And they have a new album coming out next year. CAN NOT WAIT!

[@Dwergarphalanx]

Also try Epilogue for a Ballad. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpyUqIKger1snqs

[@brambram6794]

Lovebites are different from some girl bands in Japan. There is something special in their music and vocals. btw, they won the Best New Band in Metal Hammer Golden Gods (2018) and performed at big metal festivals such as Wacken, Bloodstock, Download and Graspop metal .. great band

[@Muzicman-ut3jr]

Dude, I just started to listen to Lovebites, this group is sick! I love it!! These girls shred!!! Thanks bro for the reaction because I know how Yooza feeling!

[@rakjr6]

Argh...they are touring with Dragonforce in the UK, They are at Download festival in Japan again as is Halesstorm. Commenting while tired... Yes, they are Iron Maiden fans. "Crusade" owes a lot to "Aces High". The songs are in English, The band name comes from Halestorm's "Love Bites (So Do I)". The Lovebite's singer, Asami, has sung that song with Lzzy Hale at the Download festivals in Japan and the UK. Lovebites just started a UK tour as the opening band for Dragonforce. Because they are small, they wear white so they standout on stage. You should see the pictures of Asami with Halestorm, they all tower over her. The band formed in 2016 and this is their 2nd MV I believe.Since 2016 they have had an EP and 3 albums plus a CD of live performances. The drummer and bassist started the band, they came from another great metal band Destrose. Destrose had a lot of personnel changes before the band went on hiatus so a lot of great bands have Destrose veterans. And if you want a ballad check out "Epilogue".

[@acexxvii6778]

Just Love this band! "Epilogue" is such a great song too!

[@timgove5337]

rakjr6 Well done. They are really a targeted machine, went in with concept of retro nwobhm meets powermetal, sung in English to honor British (&german) roots, mixed & mastered in Scandinavia by Nightwish’s team, nuclear blast record label. At first couldn’t sell it to Japanese labels, but did 4 song demo, label scooped them up and released it without re-recording it, they knew what they were doing! Probably most sound like Halloween, which was Germany’s faster answer to Iron Maiden (& honorable mention to guitarist Midori’s fav band, Brazilian powermetal Angra). Yet these songs are more modern, slightly symphonic, and maybe easier rhythm parts but tougher arrangements to play, see The Crusade kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5auqoRqra5go7s Drummer’s star symbols spin but not used for sound. Some say too gimmicky (kiss anyone?), but people notice her and remember, it’s her trademark. Try this Destrose song, and prepare yourself for the Destrose legacy of ... tons of talented metal chicks and all their great current bands... Headless Goddess live 2013, with Miho bass and Haruna drums, the two founders of lovebites kzbin.info/www/bejne/fXulkJ2MmdCnY68 4mins into this interview they give a simple explanation of the white dresses. To me, it’s not far from the Kawaii(cute) Metal concept, whether it’s Aldious in evening gowns, others in schoolgirl skirts, etc. I’ve heard them called Angry Bridesmaids too ;) funny, but not that accurate... kzbin.info/www/bejne/qWWbe6WaZ5akfKc

[@yugoxgc]

BTW Asami (the vocal) performed Love Bites with Halestorm couple times. Including this year at Download. Pretty magical for me cause when That happened I didnt know it wasnt the 1st time so imagine my shock when it happened xD

[@xadahgla]

0:21 Actually, they got their name from the Halestorm song, but the guitarists were inspired by Iron Maiden, as well as other 80’s Euro-metal bands.

[@TheGrumpyNerd]

xadahgla love bites is a Def Leppard song. Way before halestorm

[@TheGrumpyNerd]

So that’s crazy. Lol

[@xadahgla]

The Grumpy Nerd True,. I’m just reporting what they’ve said in interviews. By the way, their newest video “When Destinies Align” is out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nn2plp9_bpiJoa8

[@TheGrumpyNerd]

xadahgla oh I get you. I’m just saying. Halestorm ripped that title. Lol. Btw. Lzzy Hale is a badass. Her band is garbage though. She needs to go solo

[@metalmark1214]

​@@TheGrumpyNerdJudas Priest had a song Love Bites (1984) before Def Leppard:(1987). Wonder if Def Leppard ripped it off of Judas Priest than🤔

[@darkesthour8233]

Yup they have a ballad it's called "Epilogue" and it's wonderful.

[@kent-oveprestberg3578]

Mary's Blood - Labyrinth of the Abyss. Aldious - We Are. Asterism - Dawn. There you go. Just a reminder....Asterism is a power trio with only teenagers. But they are the most technically of all the bands. And they are an instrumental band only. Lets go! 🙂🤘

[@acexxvii6778]

Bridear! Earlier Song's like Thread Of The Light totally rock out too :) J-Metal is the future!!

[@keithvincent4]

Spot on with the tracks.

[@RiderOftheNorth1968]

Yes, Asterism, Yesyesyes!!

[@ChuckJansenII]

This is an excellent breakdown and reaction. Subscribed and will check out other reactions. Lovebites is my current favorite metal band and Band-Maid are my favorite hard rock band.

[@G_Andrew_White]

I swallowed the JROCK pill earlier this year and am deep down in the rabbit hole. These girls are amazingly talented and it just keeps getting better.

[@manutdrule91]

I have been a fan of Lovebites for 2 years now and they have been going from strength to strength and just recently toured with Dragonforce in the UK. Their influences are Iron Maiden as you have mentioned, Anthrax, Helloween and Halestorm. They got the bands name from Halestorm's Love Bites (So Do I) they have got a new album coming out in 29th January called Electric Pentagram. They do have a ballad from their Clockwork Immortality and its called Epilogue. Highly recommend listening after this song

[@manutdrule91]

they have 2 albums and 2 eps and 1 live album Daughters of the Dawn. 1st ep called the Lovebites ep is more of a demo ep to get signed. 1st album Awakening from Abyss a great album, 2nd ep Battle Against Damnation and 2nd album called Clockwork Immortality, 3rd album album called Electric Pentagram out in Japan 29th January, overseas very soon.

[@justicar5]

Love Bites - The Crusade. Fate Gear - Headless Goddess. Aldious - We Are. Japanese women are saving metal right now, the ultimate tho, the super group; Unlucky Morpheus -Cadaver/ Revadac, two songs, played back to back, with the second being the first played backwards, note perfect.

[@DavidMISAMISAMISACook]

The score is backwards except some of the drum parts.

[@justicar5]

@@DavidMISAMISAMISACook yup, genius

[@davidornberg]

You hit the PV= Promotion Video.. MV= Music Video.... and Yes.. the drummer hit the starcymbal just in the beginning...

[@4thArmoredVet]

Their live stuff is awesome too

[@MrTdg2112]

Iron Maiden? Try Lovebites song “Crusade”. Many others here are posting the same. So many good bands here. Keep clicking. It will continue to delight.

[@michaels3659]

Daniel Glenn ... Yes, Crusade = Aces High.... these girls rock. Finally another band that got me to put Band Maid aside.

[@xadahgla]

Don’t forget “Above A Black Sea” for a definite “Prowler” vibe.

[@zoranbl1990]

They have a ballad.. With two solos more or less. Shredding to oblivion haha. Song name is Edge of the World. And there is a live video of that in their Battle In The East live DVD. React to that dude. You wont believe how good it is. This band for me is the best power metal band in recent years for sure. Its like Hammerfall, Blind Guardian, Statovarius, Helloween from the end of the 90ies combined. Really great girls that put to shame many many bands that feature all guys which is 99% for sure. LOVE IT.

[@realdocloco]

Once again, like for Band-Maid, those ladies are real non-manufactured hard-working musicians. They just released an amazing live CD/bluray "Daughters Of the Dawn" - I have the Bluray and keep getting back to it. It's a young band too (even if this is not their first band - Miho/bass and Haruna/drums were in seminal Destrose as an example) so we can hope for a growing following. Oh, and Miyako (dark hairs/guitar) is an amazing keyboard player too.

[@fiftysomething4717]

Going to see them tonight in Edinburgh UK.They are supporting DragonForce.Their 3rd album was announced today,for release early 2020.Great live show,saw them at DOWNLOAD FESTIVAL UK and they just blew everyone away.All the best to you.Subscribed.

[@michaelafrancis1361]

For a Lovebites ballad try "Epilogue" complete with acoustic guitars, classical piano, operatic vocals and gorgeously sumptious dual guitar solos. You can thank me later. :)

[@HorrorMetalMaestroRedrusty66]

Soon as I heard this a few months ago I ran and got all 4 of their released albums from an Importer on Ebay, I've never been in such heaven in 20 years. Pure Judas/Maiden joy..lol Pretty juch my favorite metal band of the last 20 years these ladies rock like a storm. The Crusade and Don't Bite The Dust are other 2 favorite songs, they just give me metal hot flashes and I fi ever dropped dead all someone need do is play Don't Bite and Crusade and get my ass right back up,,,LMAO.And yes all their stuff is like this and ALL in English.

[@Dtagcity]

You ought to dig deeper into the huge number of all females bands in japan. Having the second largest music industry in the world, its incredible to see how common it is for women there to be involved as much as men esp. in the rock/metal genre. Some of the best ones imo are Band Maid, lovebites, Doll$boxx, Aldious, Mary's Blood and Bridear. You'd be surprised to know that this has been the case since the early 80s and the only reason why its become rare to see females in these genre of music today is probably because of Japan's strict copyright laws like prohibiting even fancams in their concerts and their reliance on tradition music distribution systems rather than digital and online medium like youtube. Its only been a few years since Japanese artist have started to open up their music to the international audiences through their youtube channels and such. Jpop idol groups managed by few of the biggest music labels were pretty much the only ones that barely surfaced early on but things are starting to change rapidly esp. with babymetal making waves recently and while it also further adds to the 'unique' characteristics that some japanese media is already known for but for better or for worse, its definitely proved that online presence is crucial today. And the best part is the huge rock/metal scene there is gradually starting to realize that they are being very well received by the international viewers and this has led to many of them finally releasing their contents online. A majority of them probably still remain buried but things are definitely changing albeit slowly.

[@kirilkirilov7185]

Speaking of Band-Maid...have you seen the "Domination" from World Domination...took place Feb14th their first venue for 2020. Girls changed the costumes, but Akane destroys the drum set there, ladies will take you to a whole different journey)))

[@RetiredInThailand]

Been following Japanese (and Asian music scene in general) sing Feb 2014 when I happened up BABYMETAL ... that's almost 6 years of exploring what Asia has to offer and I've been nothing but super impressed ... they've taken what's old and forgotten and made it new and fresh again.

[@ShockedAqua]

Such a good song!

[@erumi36]

You are starting to slip down a deep, deep hole full of great tunes. Fair warning to ya brother---Japan is where it's at right now for hard rock and metal. :D Not sure about a Lovebites ballad, but "Daydreaming" by Band-Maid is a damn good one. Not sure if you are into old hardcore or not, but if you are/were, check out another all girl band, Otoboke Beaver. Sounds like the old LA/DC/NY hardcore bands from the mid/late 80's. Raw as hell. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3Scm5WDrM2HY5I kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJy6l3mOo7Gjj8k

[@TheGrumpyNerd]

erumi36 fully aware of the hole. Lol. Thanks for the suggestions

[@xovaqiin4844]

I hadn't heard of Otoboke Beaver. Nice band. Kind of a Shonen Knife vs Yellow Machinegun vibe I think. I'm excited about Aldious's new singer R!N. She pulls the best qualities of Rami and RE:NO and adds a little something of her own, and she fits right in with her looks, if you know what I mean. Gorgeous ladies. I like the 80's metal sound, but with a modernized touch, like Bridear, Mary's Blood, Disqualia, Fate Gear, all of the Destrose offshoots, basically. Show-Ya, Valkyrie, and Gallhammer are actual 80's bands, as in they played during the 80's. There are tons of non-80's female J-metal bands that are worth a listen too. Like Telecide, Brats, Ragdollz, Galmet, many others. One of my favorites is Exist Trace. They have the largest and most diverse catalog of great metal songs. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIvNnXyBnqidack kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZ6pZZ2qi62bb7M kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpXNaJyhatimrrM

[@thedocofrock1890]

@@TheGrumpyNerd you said this was like the female version of bruce dickinson-so true-but their song that is an actual tribute to bruce -according to the lead singer-is their song 'scream for me'-imho the best kickass song off of this cd-listen to the version from the awakened cd and the guitar solos will melt your face -the solos in the middle of the song and the outgoing solos will rip you a new one- i just can't get enough of these beauties-own all of their cd's and the new one-electric pentagram due out in jan.2019-i just can't wait-but they have never toured the usa and i hope they do soon- i would travel across the country to see them . is it possible to be in love with 5 girls at once?

[@thedocofrock1890]

@@TheGrumpyNerd pay no attention to all of those lines through my last comments-youtube is weird sometimes

[@tardate]

@@TheGrumpyNerd I'm late to your party but catching up fast! love the reactions but maybe that's me being a grumpy child of 80's metal who has spent the last few decades in Asia/Japan and loving the music here. For ballads, maybe a Frozen Serenade.. juicy, almost jazzy/bluesy chord progressions that with vocals evoke a total emotional journey kzbin.info/www/bejne/foSZpaKno7BmbpY

[@JenSenYermi]

The star shaped cymbals is the drummer's signature kit since her former band Destrose. I send you one video of them: kzbin.info/www/bejne/baCal56qqKeqh8k

[@yugoxgc]

They Toured with Dragonforce This year. I got some solid Live footage on my channel if you're interested in seeing how good these ladies are live ( They are pretty amazing)

[@TheGrumpyNerd]

Yugoxgc I’ll react if you don’t flag me for copyright

[@yugoxgc]

@@TheGrumpyNerd Of course I won't. It's still not my music. Me flagging you would be utter Horseshit

[@hiawatha.g]

Sorry: here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5fbfpxmd91nrpI&pbjreload=10

[@dwaynediamond6431]

Still waiting on another LOVEBITES reaction! They've got an absolutely ripper of a solo in their lates release called "when destinies align". Please react to it!!!

[@puzzleybearded3977]

I just came across jmetal and being someone who grew up on 80's metal I love it

[@hiawatha.g]

Congratulations! I love watching people go through what I went through when I found this scene. So I just subscribed, so I can re-live it. Japanese all-girl metal dates back to 1982, when Show-Ya was founded (before Metallica). Not much on line from Lovebites, but there are at least 50 of these bands with stuff on youtube, from raw punk to highly technical progressive metal, all played by 90-lb Japanese girls who can just rip your face off--as you have discovered. Here is one to check out: Power trio, two boys and a girl (yes, all teenagers) and they will melt off whatever is left of your face: ASTERISM「Rising Moon 」MV　(AL “The Session Vol.2”収録) - KZbin

[@HorrorMetalMaestroRedrusty66]

I felt the same, i was smiling watching him "feel" the burn i did when i first heard them..lol

[@Gavrev]

This is akin to a fusion of Malmsteen, Helloween and Judas Priest. Fabulous stuff!

[@Zandman26]

If your into this I believe you would really enjoy Versailles - Faith and decision ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5XLl3hsfrmZpbM ). However it's an all male band, but with a very unique style.

[@MadameChristie]

80s metal? Damn son, ypu need to listen to Battle Beast or Beast in Black (the lead singer of the latter is an ex-member of the former I believe). Also Unleash the Archers is veey Maiden inspired. You'd dig them (their lead vocalist is basically Bruce Dickenson with boobs and a vagina). Tonight We Ride is a good go to for first timers IMO

[@GourangaPL]

More good songs in this style by them: When destinies align, Thunder Vengeance, Swan Song, The Crussade, Break the Wall Some ballads: Empty daydream live (studio version is not a ballad tho), epilogue, Frozen Serenade also if you liked them you can try Unlucky Morpheus - Black Pentagram, more symphonic metal, ton of neoclassical influences, violins, operatic female vocal, sole oldschool death metal screams in some tracks

[@zad7768]

Please check out the latest from Lovebites "When Destinies Align". I think you'll enjoy it.

[@ChrisPage68]

The band was formed by bassist Miho and drummer Haruna, former members of Destrose. Iron Maiden and Metallica are major influences on them. They are currently supporting DragonForce on the UK leg of their world tour. I recommend you listen to the whole album Awakening From Abyss.

[@kazuma_asougi]

If you’re into this I feel like you’d also enjoy the band Unlucky Morpheus. I think cadaver/revadac is a really cool song to check out with a very well done gimmick (the version with sheet music shows it best), and knight of sword and black pentagram are also two great songs.

[@LouieGrandie]

The biggest issue that Love Bites and Band Maid have is that they are playing classic rock that does not have a wide audience or sell many records. Band Maid has been in existence 6 years and is yet to play Budokan which is the mark of a successful band in Japan. Meanwhile BabyMetal has not only sold out the 55,000 seat Tokyo Dome but has landed at #13 on the US Billboard 200 album chart and hit # 1 on the Billboard Rock album chart, something no ASIAN group has ever done. I like listening to Band Maid and The Warning but I am realistic about their limited appeal. BabyMetal is doing something that is not being done at any level of music in the world,hell the TRAILER for "Road of Resistance Live In Japan" is better than most groups songs, which is why I like them best.

[@marcelopinheiro5557]

Hail. Babymetal deserves all the success They have. They are on their way since 2012, I guess. Babymetal have been influenced many people. Good vibes your way to home. Bye.

[@lzot]

I was born in 1970. I grew up with 80s metal but it went soft. Since I found these girls I've been waking up with their music in my head. Tell you what though, DO NOT listen to this when you're on a sports bike. Edit: Lovebites for me is a cross between Judas Priest and Iron Maiden. There is an interview in which they talk about their influences: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3zTe3WbaNhln5I

[@RedDawnRocker]

I'm surprised no one has brought up Bridear yet. Ghoul and Light in the Dark are pure rockers similar to Band-maid. Dear Bride is their ballad/radio song.

[@rathifiend]

Lovebites is one of several bands that formed following the disband of Destrose, another Japanese all female metal band. I suggest you check out each band that formed from them as they all have their own style/sound. (there may be other bands as Destrose had an ever changing lineup over their 10 years) Destrose- Sword of Avenger at SHIBUYA O WEST (kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqLZpn2VeM-sbdE) Mary's Blood- Marionette (kzbin.info/www/bejne/g32wY6iki5Werbc) Fate Gear- Megabullets (kzbin.info/www/bejne/rl6QpHqwpKatqKM) Mardelas- Apocalypse (kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZWbgWqtidOKgNU)

[@ramair3judge]

I love the eighties metal sound as well. I started out with Babymetal, and it was a slippery slope from there. Japan has the greatest metal scene especially if you lkie female lead or all female acts. Lovebites got their name from Halestorms song of the same name. In fact they are going to be Halestorms supporting band on their tour in Japan in the near future. The break for the ad is there because videos in Japan are PV (promotional video) versus MV (music video). The star shaped cymbals are kind of her trademark as she had them since her days playing for Destrose. She usually just gives them a spin during live performances. Fate Gears drummer has some pretty uniquely cut cymbals she can play to go along with their steampunk stylings. There are so many great Japanese bands. Aldious, Bridear, Cyntia, Destrose, Brats, Disqualia, Fate Gear, Fruit Pochette, Babymetal, Galmet, Mildrage, Erebos, Fuki, Doll$Boxx, Ironbunny, Girls Rock Band Kakumei (ガールズロックバンド革命), Mardelas, Mary"s Blood, Sonic Lover Reckless, and Ningen Isu, just to name a few.

[@timgove5337]

ramair3judge Great (partial) list! We’ll keep him going Ha 🤘😎

[@ramair3judge]

Tim Gove, It really is just a partial list of existing and sorely missed disbanded bands. I have only exploring Japanese music since mid 2018.

[@timgove5337]

I’m about two years in yet don’t even know all of those. I like some pop like silent siren, Scandal, just getting into girlfriend, loVender, sokuninaru, & I love instrumentals like Narumi’s solo EP (she’s been in Destrose Disqualia LisaX Rami Aldious), LisaX, D_Drive, Rie Suzaku... And Doll$Boxx musicians as Gacharic Spin. Octaviagrace. Mutant monster. Maximum the hormone, miyavi, dir engrey, Syu/galneryus, Jupiter/Versailles, as I get away from the female dominated stuff, but all great. I hope keyboardist Mao of Fuki/Lightbringer/lovebites/Mardelas keeps grooming bands, he’s come close to creating the perfect metal crossover song a number of times, Mardelas has a chance to go bandmaid-lovebites big...That whole scene the past decade is so awesome. Show-Ya’s Naon no Yaon concert series led me to a lot of it, incl Saki’s World Guitar Girls Collection sets...

[@Pebble3007]

The drummer would hit the star symbol in concert. I saw them live at Hyper Japan, just aftet Mutant Monster. They are awesome live as all the Japanese bands I have seen. The singer has a great set of pipes, shecwould sing RnB before joining the band. Sokoninaru is super sugoi. I saw them in February, blew me away and a fan for live now.

[@pshimakumi]

Try the new ballad song "Epilogue - Five Of A Kind Live

[@cybro6535]

for 80s metal ballad check out Aldious - Fragile another japanese all girl metal band

[@Muzicman-ut3jr]

Cybro Aldious is badass!

[@cybro6535]

@@Muzicman-ut3jr yep break him in gently with a ballad before We Are, Sweet Temptation, Dominator, ReFire etc

[@damjan611]

Yeah, man, I'm looking at You and I see myself! I also grew up with 80's hard-rock and metal music. Until I discovered j-rock and j-metal bands like Destrose, Lovebites, Mary's Blood, Bridear, Fate Gear, old Aldious (original line-up) and Band-Maid, I rather sticked with 80-90's bands. It's amazing how all these girls keeps the spirit and true values of good old rock and metal music.

[@ruicosta2219]

All of their music is like this one. I dare to say that this is the tamest or popiest. For more J-metal look at Aldious-We Are.

[@Frahamen]

It's vibrato that makes it like Iron Maiden. Japanese metal band love vibrato.

[@christopherrusnak6999]

This was the song that hooked me onto Lovebites. I heard Rising first and thought it was good but this one blew me away on the sheer talent these ladies have. They don’t really have ballads but the one closest would be Empty Daydream. There is no video for that one but it is one of my favorites by them and I feel the vocal work is their best yet. For others like this others have mentioned The Crusade. Another one of my favorites is Don’t Bite The Dust.

[@snakewhisperer1]

Great reaction! I'm an '80s kid too, so this spoke to me as well. Yes, definitely a very heavy Iron Maiden influence. Next, try Aldious. They're often credited with pioneering the all girl rock/metal band trend in Japan, although I have seen contention with that in that others have come before. Anyway, listen for a strong Metallica influence with an angelic voice with these ladies. Their big hit that most often gets requested is "We Are". But "Utopia" is one of my personal favorites. Both are good. You won't go wrong with either. Utopia - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jp3ap2xvjNGgqK8 We Are - kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZfOe4dmp9eUY5o

[@Dtagcity]

Ron Foster Aldious is credited mostly for reigniting its popularity in the 2000s, bands like Show ya and shonen knife have been there since 1981 and are the ones who had truly started it all, the exact year when most of the biggest rock bands known today started making waves in the music industry. That year is quite the historic year in RocknRoll history.

[@snakewhisperer1]

Thanks. I figured I was late to the party on the all female Japanese bands. What I posted was just what I've seen on other posts. Though they weren't female, I was a huge fan of Loudness back in the day. Akira Takasaki is incredible.

[@georgedalkos7712]

How come you haven't reacted to other Lovebites songs since you sounded really excited about this song?

[@manutdrule91]

bands that you should check out from Japan right now both all female and have male members are Mary's Blood, Mutant Monster, Mardelas, Aldious, Unlucky Morpheus, Lipstick, Bridear, Fate Gear and Blood Stain Child

[@MissMeganFriday]

Blown away by the talent that NO ONE knows about here! I prefer the other band for my rock taste but these ladies GO IN!!!

[@MasterVos]

Bridear is another japenese female metal band that slays

[@cristianvalenzuela9688]

YOU NEED TO SEE WE UNITED LIVE IN JAPAN AND WHEN DESTINIS ALIGN

[@jmarczeski]

Should check out Aldious...... We Are, In this world (live), or Fire(live... Little more melodic but still kicks ass

[@kellerfrederic1]

Only reaction to this band ?

[@maximushaughton2404]

You should check out "The Crusade" which the band called an open love letter to 80's metal. Also "Rising" is more a ballad. You know there are over 100+ all female bands in Japan, it started in the 80's with a band called Show-Ya who did split up and have remoformed since. But the band that is given the credit for rekick starting it all is Aldious. Another band that goes down in Japanese female band history is Destrose, it a group that spawned so many others inc Lovebites (bassist, drummer), Mary's Blood, Fate Gear and many more. The guitarist from Mary's Blood maybe the best female shreder out there at the moment, and she is also the daughter of one of Show-ya's guitarists.

[@srhinckley6664]

All Lovebites songs are in English except for one song called "Bravehearted" off the original EP. The version on Awakening From Abyss is in English. Also check a song called Epilogue for a ballad, you'll like it a lot.

[@robertfreitag1852]

Try live video from Daughters of the Dawn Battle in the east has been blocked

[@chimchim95serendipity18]

You can check their full live performance at Bloodstock here kzbin.info/www/bejne/hZjGZamXp9agjLs it has great visual and audio since its from bloodstock official

[@mikeosinski50]

They where Metal hammer golden gods awards 2018 best new band. The Bassist is a big fan of Iron Maiden Steve Harris. And she and the drummer are the foundling members They rock 🤘🤘🤘

[@rolandkarlsson7072]

She do not use the star shaped cymbals. They are for looks.

[@outwest1014]

A primary difference with the Japanese is, they're technically superior to the western bands. There is a higher level of professionalism, no "hidden" band members who can't play their instruments. And another major difference they don't show up drunk, high or both. First I had heard a metal star say this was Rob Zombie describing the professionalism Babymetal on Instagram.

[@gatograto]

If you are still reading comments, and before talking about ballads, the pocket dynamo uses her star cymbal in this clip. She spines it right after her very first strike on her drum, yes she spines it at the beginning or at the ending. You just missed it. Those girls play beautiful and epic ballads. Try Epilogue, they'll melt your soul, Empty Daydream with beautiful piano, Edge of the World begins with ballad after 3 or 4 transaction ends with thrash or power....I'm not good at metal subcategories. those are all live and they are way better in live. Oh, one more thing, You'll be surprised when you listen to Shopin Piano Etude + Swan Song. You must dig those two pieces together 'cause they are a set with the same theme death of heroes, sacrifice, honor and glory, hence a suite.

[@keithvincent4]

Bridear/light in the dark/track please.More top talent.

[@ramair3judge]

Keith Vincent, have you seen the new spot video for "Ghoul" from Bridear's new full album yet? I can't wait to get mine and hear what the new line up sounds like. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZOopY2JoJ6gn9k

[@keithvincent4]

@@ramair3judge Yes,i have.

[@Moontrail]

this (in my subjective opinion) is their best song... I think your really going to also like their song The Crusade (kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5auqoRqra5go7s) its very similar to Shadowmaker (and this version has no break). but for you, I believe you'll absolutely LOVE their song Rising (kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGiTe6aFpdKIfac)

[@julianwiesner4933]

Check out lovebites the crusade

[@sjnix7044]

If you want an 80s ballad from a Japanese girl metal band there is no better choice that Aldious “Fragile.” That song would have fit perfectly on 80s rock radio.

[@ChadTheDragonLord]

You need to see Lovebites perform live where they are even better. Checkout one of their newest released videos. This is my favorite band now too. Please react to "Set the World on Fire" live: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2rdpHtsnqySbMU

[@acexxvii6778]

Great Reaction video mate!! i first heard/watched this song around 5 months ago and was blown away!! I also love 80's power metal so i was instantly hooked. One of there big influences is Iron Maiden!! so that's why the 80's feel to the song. They don't have many MV's..... maybe 4 in total, The Crusade, Rising and Don't Bite The Dust are the others. Hope you check and do a reaction to them in the future!! There is a live performance at Bloodstock 2018 if you're after some Live Lovebites. Asami's voice is amazing too!!

[@acexxvii6778]

Had to watch your reaction again!! The Riff is just badass mate!! There whole 1st album is 60 mins of just Pure EPIC Shred-tastic! Power Metal!!

[@timgove5337]

AcexXVII I’d heard them on KZbin for over a year now, but when I heard it on a real stereo at volume. Let’s just say it’s stuck in the CD player... really sounds good

[@acexxvii6778]

@@timgove5337 My Neighbors Love the album too.... Like they have a choice... It's stuck in my CD player also haha

[@timgove5337]

AcexXVII HAHA! 🤘🥁🎸💃😎

[@andrewvidmar3488]

if you want to hear more of lovebites check out Set The World on fire, Rising, Raise Some Hell, Thunder Vengeance and Glory to the world and their ballets are edge of the world, holy war, epilogue, swan song with chopan intro, Empty Daydreams and if you want to hear another japanese all girl band try Nemophila their songs are Adabana, Revive, Dissention, Raitei, A Ray of Light, Style, Oiran youtube studio version and their 3 best covers are AC DC Whole Lotta Rosie, Babymetal Megitsune and Linkin Park Given Up trust you will love them please let me know what you think

[@stephenwilson5713]

Hello again from England, I put you on to Band Maid, if you want to hear some more good Female Japanese Metal bands try Bridear, Marys Blood or Aldious, good luck to you.

[@TheGrumpyNerd]

stephen wilson heyyyyy. Yes you did my friend. I appreciate it. I definitely look forward to your suggestions. Thanks again!

[@robertfreitag1852]

If you want to see good live footage of lovebites anything ending in battle in the east some titles are liar , and a power balled titled epilogue. These are just a couple of live performances that have great sound quality.

[@KMS5shooter]

That sounded to me like some old school Dragon Force good stuff. Great song gad damn!

[@LovebitesFanForLife]

Lovebites is awesome and, yes, ALL their songs are this good and have the 80s vibe. Check a live song where they sound even better, Holy War kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJikqaN7paqWpNE

[@moomakemoney]

Lovebites is legit. I totally agree...this track is just as solid as anything I heard from Iron Maiden. I'm not positive but I think I recall the bassist citing Iron Maiden as her main influence. The band was put together by the drummer and bassist both "graduates" of their former band Destrose. Destrose spawned many of these girl metal bands as it's lineup changed at least every two years... There was one mainstay, guitarist Mina. She was a member every year but the last I think. She's busy with her new project Fate Gear...more old school under the guise of Steampunk...Love that too... The only thing that makes me cringe a bit is their outfits...lol I like them once. Then I wanna see something else...:) Their music is on target for sure so I can live with it....lol Thanks for the reaction!

[@mogaman28]

They look like the bride and her maids got fed up with the shitty band the inlaws hired for the party and took matters in their own hands.

[@salsaucedo]

Dude if you liked this one check out "The Crusade" kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5auqoRqra5go7s also bigtime Madien style metal. As far as I know, they only have two short albums and two full-lengths out and I got all four and they are sweet music to my ears. I thought you would love this band just as much. The other band I have been mentioning to you "Aldious" is also another version of the 80's and 90's metal kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6Cbapt7f5elqa8 kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpm3fnmsmJyNgKM this is the slowest ballad I could find by "Lovebites" kzbin.info/www/bejne/jqiVq6ttrph_ZpI another one that is slower but powerful

[@timgove5337]

Salvador Saucedo Next album is fully recorded and queued up. 3albums, 2EPs, 2?dvds, all in 2.5yrs, they’re a targeted machine!

[@keithvincent4]

Lovebites ballard /epilogue/off clockwork immortality album.

[@Celion27200]

i like both band maid and Lovebites, and Nemophila too. but Lovebites is clearly the best of all.

[@njeroe6848]

Yes, they have ballads and they are masterpieces: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4vNqYCgd9Sjbdk and kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5aboYSMqpKFhJo I know it was 3 years ago you've made this reaction, but it is defintely worth to listen to these songs. They are back now after 2 years hiatus, they have new album 🐺🤘LOVEBITES 🤘🐺

[@ImNotLoose]

The Grumpy -hey this reminds me of -nerd

[@paulread4886]

Hey Grumpy here;s a new version live for you . Domination live a week ago by Band Maid . Insane jamming performance version. great audio/video . A MUST see ! @

[@vhenry75]

Damn dude....std reaction rules..Never pause in a solo..

[@srhinckley6664]

Ballad: "Epilogue", "Edge of the World". Thrash metal: "Break The Wall", "M.D.O". Power metal: "Rising", "Hammer of Wrath" Traditional Metal: "Shadowmaker", "Pledge of the Saviour", "The Crusade".

[@stevo7373]

You should check out Aldious "Megalomaniac" or "Utopia"

[@amyhoward5112]

You should also listen to ( the hammer of wrath )

[@faintsmile88]

Well said....Lovebites and Unlucky Morpheus are the best out there

[@pffawg9999]

Dude, you need to check the OG Japanese girl metal band Show-Ya. Check out Battle Express by them.

[@christopherjohnferrer3771]

You're just in the tip of the rabbit hole, Japanese had tons of female bands.. /,,/ Next: Try Bridear band.

[@MahoroAndou]

Do "The Crusade" by them next. You're welcome.

[@keithvincent4]

Yes.