JILUKA “Ablaze” | Aussie Metal Heads Reaction

[@pointlesswasteoftime]

Jiluka are a Visual Kei band, which is a niche scene in Japan. Something that gets missed by a lot of people is that it's mostly independent and self financed bands away from the mainstream. (There's a bit of stigma around the scene too. It's really not the super manufactured and popular scene many in the West may assume) So the level of presentation, polish, musicianship is even more amazing given that information. Another thing that gets missed is that while the landmass of Japan is small, it's population is around 120 million plus. Four times that of Australia, I think 🤔... I think that is also a reason why not only vk bands, but just bands and music from Japan is such a high level both in execution and creativity. And breadth... It's not all idol. You have to do something remarkable to stand out. Dexcore, and Deviloof are also Visual Kei... And so is Versailles. It's not a genre specific scene, so never assume what you'll get. Everything from pop rock to deathcore is covered... Sometimes in the same song. Kumari is definitely a good choice for a Jiluka follow up. As is Lethal Affliction, and Ajna.

[@nathandjohnny]

Really informative comment, thank you

[@pointlesswasteoftime]

@@nathandjohnny you're most welcome. I've been following the scene for about 5 years, lurking in Japanese twitter and just deep diving through blogs and forums. It's hard to find good info, so I try to share what I can when I spot people who seem genuinely interested.

[@avostorm8111]

I like to call it the "oddly attractive for some reason" scene.

[@kickanpalsson9533]

The guitarists name is Sena, and he's a guy. Jiluka are amazing and uniqe. I think I've already mentioned another great band, but I'll do it again. You should listen to the chinese VK-band called Scarlet Horizon with their song Crown.

[@christopherjohnferrer3771]

"She" 😁 She's a guy, most Visual Kei are like that. It's a trap! 🤘🔥🤘

[@nathandjohnny]

Ah damn, apologies 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@マシュードーラン]

The best trap since Mana haha. Who’s not in love with Sena?!

[@ShivyEnby]

[@teeemes]

You guys should check out their latest singles, they are dope!!

[@K1NGD0M]

Japanese Metal just hits different, everytime. And I love it!

[@deathVIAavatar]

Producers: "So what kind of metal album do you guys want to lay down? 'Core, death, black, nu?" Japanese metal band: "Yes."

[@ryuiti9886]

Jiluka is an insane band! and Kumari is another most insane song!

[@JikooksStay]

Japanese metal is a black hole that once you fall On you can’t get out of but you’ll love it

[@deadnest_]

So real

[@dakusupremacy]

loved your reaction! Jiluka are definitely getting more popular in the scene at the moment & they're doing lots to appeal to their overseas fanbase as well :) If you'd liked to check out a band that are more veterans in the scene I totally recommend "Deux" or "Ugly" by the GazettE!

[@mrskizzot]

Late to this but, I've been listening to both black/death metal and Visual Kei since the 90s.. and the fact VK does heavier stuff now is really odd and jarring, but im glad some westerners are picking up on some of it.

[@jordiputman6273]

React to Kumari of them, its my fav song of 2021 so far! Btw love your reactions guys, keep it going 🤘🏼

[@kaeru3228]

Great band! They are super good live too. One of the best live I saw in my entre life. They genuinely look happy to be on stage and have an amazing energy.

[@AngelLWJ]

My favorite jiluka songs so far🔥

[@puppye14]

Please react to MIYAVI! He is a japanese guitarist. His slap technique is sick, his new song "New Gravity", is a pop rock mix but it's so nice. He used to be Visual-Kei as a pioneer of the scene years ago. Next year is his 20th year anniversary.

[@stefabkk]

Banger!

[@dr3vn1y_Ukr]

The vocalist clearly likes Ryuk from Death Note 😅

[@skycityskate4536]

Great example of why I call these guys, Paledusk, Dexcore and the like Polycore (even though their sounds are miles apart). Span so many genres and subgenres within them and I love it all!

[@jmja1997]

Don’t sleep on the Aussie boys diamond construct “hit it back”

[@nathandjohnny]

Coming soon

[@edwardsanchez7145]

Does anyone know if the extended version is available? That guitar solo is just 🔥🤘🏼

[@ryd8493]

you can only find it on soundcloud i think😣

[@deadnest_]

@@ryd8493 I just put it on my spotify through local files cuz that solo was just too good

[@lifeissometal]

❤️❤️❤️

[@han-pi8yk]

You should react to their song “lethal affliction”, it’s great

[@jeremyriter1094]

Banger, this one hit differently. Metalcore mixed some black metal riffing and nu metal vibes.

[@Rafylt]

react to their Kumari too, and the dexcore/deviloof band

[@xo_genna]

LISTEN TO THEIR NEW SONG VENOM. THIS IS NOT A DRILL

[@jacobragan9891]

Think you guys could do The Novelist- Somebody Else

[@decomposedthoughts7955]

You guys should do a reaction to Illenium, Sueco and Trippie Redd - Story of My Life (heavy edit). It's hard rock+dubstep and a banger of a tune.

[@xx_izzaa]

Im just gonna say Sena the guitarist is not a girl he is a guy you are welcome😊

[@sunisasawasdee4579]

The guitar is Sena He's a guy not girl 😅🖤💜

[@nathandjohnny]

Oops!

[@sunisasawasdee4579]

@@nathandjohnny so pretty right? 😂😂😂

[@マシュードーラン]

The best trap since Mana haha. Who’s not in love with Sena?!