Band-Maid "FREEDOM" REACTION | THAT DRUM SOLO THO!!! WOW!!!

[@markmark6378]

That drum solo is great, the guitar solo is great, but the transition from drum solo to guitar solo is genius.

[@snowdog5895]

100%!!!!

[@ShikataGaNai100]

...and, of course, Akane smiling at Mincho when she busts out that solo.

[@jon87583]

You said it! The seamless transition and emotional high from the whole section gives me goosebumps every time.

[@randelldanner8588]

Absolutely!

[@jasonmartin9469]

@@ShikataGaNai100 I am a bit jealous of those drums..😉..Luv the Band ..Luv the Ladies..Akane is so Akane..

[@scottpollack1007]

BANDMAID IS FROM ANOTHER PLANET………………….MAKE THAT ANOTHER UNIVERSE! They have brought so much joy into my life that it’s impossible to put into words! UNBELIEVABLE!

[@ixnorp4270]

“They just exude happines”. You hit the nail on the head, and it is what I find so endearing about them. I don’t have to have a musical act fill me with joy in order for me to like them, but it sure is nice when they do.....

[@Pandafaust11]

Jen hadn't even reached the happiest drum solo yet.

[@stevehall5128]

I had a really crappy day today. Came home, watched Omajinai Time and "Rock in Me" from the Zepp show. Problem solved. EDIT: And then yeah I watched the rest of the concert to the end.

[@Muzicman-ut3jr]

One of the best bands you’ll see live! The electricity in the air will surely make your hair stand straight up looking like Don King!

[@johnryan5147]

They are the greatest rock band in the world. Period.

[@denabach]

Saiki is a vampire , that's why she never ages.

[@FD-E-St-Fire]

One of the tightest bands I've seen in years. And they have a blast at the same time

[@sheldoncooper8199]

I swear to all Gods I get these Goosebums EVERY Time when that Transition from the drum Solo to the guitar solo happens. And maybe some tear of Joy.

[@TomClark-Futoura]

"Yaeba" or double tooth incisor, usually the canines, are considered attractive in Japan. "Some say it originated from Japanese traditional aesthetic sense of wabi, which means that we find beauty in imperfect shapes." Saiki powerful voice and stage presence is a perfect match for the music and musicianship of Band-Maid.

[@GaryHolloway-810]

Tom that's why Dracula loves BAND-MAID. His fave song is "After Life" but he still won't listen to "Cross" :)

[@t-shinji]

@@DMiyash248 You’re obsessed with women’s age. You post the same thing everywhere.

[@satocalbee8857]

@@GaryHolloway-810 Gary. Whether Dracula is a band-made fan or not, Band-Maid's next song "Garlic" Let's try it with the reaction of Well, haven't you heard such a song? Of course you ask Miku. LOL.

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@satocalbee8857 Haha. I haven't heard of it, but i'm damn well looking forward to it now :)

[@TomClark-Futoura]

@@t-shinji You know, t-shinji, I included the members ages in my intro blurb not because I'm obsessed with women's ages, but because Band-Maid fans -- and reactors -- want to know stuff about our beloved Maids. That's a good thing! I know that in Japan and elsewhere, like in the USA and especially with older women, revealing a woman's age is consider by some to be impolite. But the Maids are interesting public figures to a large extent with a large fan base. It's simply that Band-Maid Fans want to to know and not be left in the dark. Same thing with wanting songs and interviews, etc. translated into English, for example. No obsessions about women's ages with me or I suspect with DMiyash248. ;-)

[@nem447]

It's all about the chemistry between them. You can't manufacture it, they have effectively caught lightning in a bottle.

[@xagorvangard]

That Akane drum solo that led up to a Kanami guitar solo is just EPIC! Really love that transition. So spot on! If you are feeling down, listen to some Band-Maid and it should be gone in a second guaranteed!

[@philproffitt8363]

Lately, I like to blast 'Daydreaming' loud in the car...glorious power ballad lifts my mood...sweet vocals.

[@Brain4Zombie]

Yeah, Akane still in her solo, Misa joins for one bar, still drum solo, Kanami and Miku joining the bridge for 8 bars, Akane still solos, then *BOOM* Kanami's solo and all of them are smiling :)

[@jannashesgbcnemophilafan4317]

Onset, a live instrumental. Incredible playing here. This song really shows their technical prowess. Blooming, another great song. Kanami is sitting there smiling, trying to make Miku smile while shes singing there. The dragon cries, a music video , where Seike sings in english, very Led Zepplin like. Jimmy Page, caught their show in 2016, and he went backstage got a photo with drummer Akane, calling her one of best drumers since Bonham. Can google the photo. I grew up on classic rock. Lost faith in rock music here in States. But rock has always been there in Europe and Japan. But Band Maid is my favorite new band , i love these gals. I am a Kanami fanboy. She has cemented her place in my favorite guitarists of all time, right there with EVH, Slash, Petrucci, Page, Gilmor, Criss Oiivia.

[@dennisthemenace671]

That was a very rare smile by MISA the bass player at the drummer Akane she is the happiest Drummer in any band

[@JustJenRx]

I’m sure we are all glad it was caught on video then!!! I love smiles!!!

[@DoomHarvest8303]

Holy shit that drum solo Amazing video btw Jen as always

[@alexeiramone]

Heeeey Jen. Welcome to the Band-maid Vortex of Awesomeness... Can't go back! Music is awesome, their 'having fun' performance is awesome and... bam! AA!!KA!!!NEE!! Just blew your mind with that solo, huh? Mine too.. everytime I watch it. Kanami's guitar skills are also unbelieveable. Then Misa's beautiful bass.... and Miku.. aaah, Miku. She's soooo Kawaii singing that part. Awesome video! Next? Onset live.. maybe Play live... or both!

[@billmcleangunsmith]

Hands Down, Best rock band on the planet.

[@tonyborasio7187]

The number one band PERIOD!

[@Duskwind_]

This is the first Band-maid song I ever heard and I was instantly hooked 🤘 And damn I want Misa's bass guitar! That beast is SICK!

[@philproffitt8363]

MISA...yes, hope Jen does 'Onset' for her solo. I'm tripping over the 'Conqueror' album at the moment...MISA particularly sounding superb in the mastering of the sound (and their musical progression and ideas).

[@Duskwind_]

@@philproffitt8363 I don't think that will be a problem since I schedule her reactions 😁

[@philproffitt8363]

@@Duskwind_ SWEET!!! :-)

[@jacobusderottmann1000]

Black Cloud makes two or three of the 5 string basses that Misa uses most often these days. An Ernie Ball Musicman Stingray HS5 is another recent addition. Orange amps also are an important part of her sound options. More details of her equipment, including pedal board boxes. I'm thinking I've seen another, black Black Cloud with the SG style body this list doesn't show. The one it does show is the red one in the video. equipboard.com/pros/misa/gear/bass-guitars

[@Duskwind_]

@@jacobusderottmann1000 Thanks for the info 😁 Speaking of SG style, the Gibson EBO is one of my dream basses. Now I just need to save up and buy all of them LOL

[@cookrod54]

They are gifted and adorable ❤

[@maurormatos]

One of their best performances. Enjoy their tour !!!

[@artiemeyer8803]

I also listen to Nightwish in my car (32 songs in my ipod) but on top of that, I listen to BAND-Maid in the car. These girls blew my mind. I have 19 BAND-MAID songs in the ipod too! They have an incredible knack for catchy choruses that stick in your head for days. I would suggest Dice for your next reaction. It's got a lot of Punk elements and kicks ass.

[@Duskwind_]

I'm with you brother. I'm Nightwish army and a Bandmaidiac! These girls can rock as good as any of the greats. Best rock band come out in 30 years IMO.

[@krash66]

Band-Maid are 5 happy Ninjas, kicking asses and taking names! Best live band in the world today. You should react to a band called The Warning! They are 3 teenage sisters from Mexico that ROCK. They have a lot of cross-over fans with Band-Maid.

[@carlnietoweise4653]

They do make you feel good! It helps that they are good friends off stage ! They actually like to play tricks on each other on stage, like when Akani, the lead guitarist took a seat on a monitor when Miku, who, incidentally ,is her guitar student, had her solo and was making faces to try to get her to laugh and throw off her game. Their enthusiasm is contagious!

[@fifis677]

That's what a band who all love each other looks like. And not better than most men. Better than everyone.

[@EliseAutoXr]

"Real Existence" live Zepp. But to be honest any of there songs are off the charts.

[@asaneberta7216]

Yeah i agree

[@leonline3424]

Energy,talent and loads of smiling, can't beat that!

[@scottmcgregor562]

You pretty much said it. They are so good at what they do that it's second nature and probably have more fun than the fans. Akane is the happiest drummer that I have ever seen. Their interaction with each other is a joy to watch. Watch the solo again and watch Miku pumping her fist cheering for Akane during her solo. It is fantastic seeing a group of musicians that looks like they genuinely love and care for each other.

[@jacobusderottmann1000]

Yeah, everything I've seen and heard in interviews supports that.

[@jacobusderottmann1000]

"Freedom" is a declaration of personal freedom, like, "I am myself and I'm going this way. Accept me as I am or go away."

[@JustJenRx]

🤘🤘🤘 I feel that one, right now especially!!!!

[@anderslofgren8235]

My favorite moment is the pride in Kanami's eyes when she sits and watches her student shine. She just sits there and smiles! This is happy-making music and one of very few things that helped me through 2020 - Band-Maid, Nightwish and Lovebites. And those bands are all thanks to reactors such as yourself. So thank you for making 2020 bearable for me.

[@outwest1014]

Actually I read the reason Kanami is "keeping an eye" on Miku is, the last time they performed the song Miku forgot her lyrics.

[@anderslofgren8235]

@@outwest1014 🤣🤣🤣 how can anyone not love them?

[@bigbrutalbassbeer410]

One of the strongest attractors of Band Maid is their genuine sense of fun and joy when onstage. Their friendship and closeness is authentic and they love playing for their fans!💪🏻🤘🏻

[@Rockero_Loco]

What you've written applies even more to Gacharic Spin than to Band Maid. Their stage presence is amazing and full of energy and fun. All of the members are incredible musicians and real friends. But Band Maid's songs are much better. That's why Band Maid is number one for me.

[@ShikataGaNai100]

The transition between Akane's drum solo and Mincho's follow-up lead is epic...with MISA playing at virtuoso level for the entire song. They actually cheer each other on when they do solos. BAND-MAID is more than 5 excellent musicians, they are also good friends.

[@axis1727]

This Girls like a Tsunami, you see the Tsunami comes and you are waitung for it with a happy smile in your face😂😍😍

[@stups9975]

Bandmaid is amazing. Akane can drum like a beast. Jimmy Paige went saw Bandmaid live and he was so impressed with her drumming that he had to meet her after the show...That says a lot when you get that kind of endorsement from a true legend like that.

[@sheldoncooper8199]

That Smile of MISA the Bass Player at 3:59 is very Rare. She very very rarely smiles

[@snowdog5895]

Band Maid is just the best there is! Try one of their ballads like "Daydreaming" or "Wonderland" they are so versatile and musically gifted it's ridiculous! 🎶🎸🥁🎸🎶🔥🙂

[@petercooper8282]

Peter . Hi Jen , " Onset " is a great instrumental show casing their musical talent . Loved your Nightwish Sunday . I fell down that rabbit hole a few months back . Another Symphonic metal band i love is EPICA from Holland . They are friends with Nightwish .

[@jasonfisher8529]

Your smile at 5:50 watching Akane laugh her ass off through that most kick-ass drum solo. Yeah, that's Band-Maid.

[@JustJenRx]

😊 they sure do help escape the perils of life, don’t they?

[@mv3873]

exciting reaction thank you💗 BAND-MAID sound 極上⤴️⤴️⤴️☝️

[@David.Stainless]

I love that you can feel by listening to this band that they don't just play their instruments with their mind they play them with their entire soul and heart and also the Song is about making your own decisions that your life is yours to decide what you want and take the freedom that comes with it (and that is what they do since they play in this band at least that's what you get from the translation) My next Recommendation would be Play Live Music Video and Wonderland Live Music Video

[@Riku-Leela]

Akane's smile can cure any disease

[@BlazinNSoul]

Band maid is the kind of group you stick in a room nobody knows and they come out superfans. Seriously they are that good & to think here. They've flown under the radar for so many years. Really is a testament to their perseverance & drive for perfection. But thing that strikes me the most about bandMaid. They completely fly the face of the establishment. Showing that girls can definitely Rock if given the opportunity. BabyMetal has definitely opened Pandora's Box here. Rock on Ladies!!! 🤟🔥🎸🔥

[@avader5]

In 2016, Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin caught a performance of Band-Maid in Tokyo and asked for a photo-op with their drummer, Akane Hirose. Reportedly he told her that she was like a reincarnation of John Bonham. For those who don't know, BAND-MAID played in the Classic Rock Awards 2016 and received the Japan Next Generation prize. After the show Jimmy Page, asked Akane for a photo.

[@660DOHCNAKED]

Thanks nice video. Saiki's double teeth! We call it's "YAEBA" in Japan. That is kind of charm point in Japan. also dimple on the cheek "EKUBO" is very cute point too!! those are one of old culture in Japan. Saiki stopped fix it because Kanami (guitar) very love it. I heard that on the radio program before. I'm old Japanese rock fun. Yes Girls are so cute and talented!! Thanks and Enjoy BAND-MAID!! ( ^ ^ )

[@wilhelm2016]

That's why I was saying their lives are so amazing! They take it to another level on stage and their songs are just built for crowd participation. Oh the thing with her teeth is something they call "Yaeba" I think.. It's pretty common there, and its seen as a sign of youthfulness if I'm correct. It's adorable if you ask me. Loving your vids btw! \m/

[@dannyjarrell9625]

Yea I'm an old rocker waiting on some new rock that never comes. But when I came across Band Maid live I got sucked in, and can't get enough of them. The cohesiveness of them and how much fun they have. 😱 Check out Onsite live.

[@asaneberta7216]

This january they'll play at Budukan Arena. Huge place huge crowd. Hoping live video coming up...

[@russellpotter7294]

The quality of all female bands from Japan is phenomenal. Band-Maid are way ahead of the rest I think. Their interaction with each other, with the audience and just the pure quality of music in every one of their tracks is so joyful. Rock/Pop they frankly can do anything. I have followed music from the Sixties so am way too old to be smiling at music that is just such a pleasure to listen to.

[@platatrinity8857]

I love Band Maid, everytime when i listend there Music i began to Smile Miku and Kanami on Gitarre, Misa on Bass, Akane on Drums and Saiki Vocals. And Lovebites another great Female Band from Japan is the same. There are a lot of very good Female Bands in Japan for example Mary´s Blood or Nemophila. Great Music from Japan!

[@YS-co6pz]

hi, thank you for nice reaction. Besides you are the one of few people who sees this Band Maid is very strong and nice form of female enpowerment. They are even heavier, faster, tougher than any men. Or they could not be bettet than male bands and accepted. Such struggle makes them strongger than any band on the earth. Still charming behind tbeir outfit though, Thank you again !

[@笑笑-m9d]

Your reaction is the best! !!

[@JustJenRx]

Awwww thank you!!!! That means the world to me!!!

[@shamalamadingdong5718]

Oddly enough this is not one of my favorite studio tracks, but it is one of my favorite live videos to watch. As you said it is the positive atmosphere. You can't watch this and not smile and feel better. Unless you are cold and dead inside. Aside from the incredible drum solo I just like watching Kanami. From singing with the crowd to sitting and watching Miku sing her verse to just smiling through the whole thing. Oh and her quite solo is not only great but watching her set up in her rock pose and then when you think she is done she gives a look and knods her head to the crowd like... oh and then there is this.. I usually gravitate towards bands that I connect with. That are like medicine for my soul. Band Maid is more like preventative maintenance. They keep me from getting ill. Rock on Just Jen! I am just a subscriber.

[@judgeroygreen7046]

Those are called "yaeba teeth" or Double Teeth. Sometimes it's natural. But they are considered attractive in Japan. So sometimes dentists encourage the patients to grow that way, or even implant false ones. They really deliver on their concerts. I went to one last year and it was over two hours long. I'm going to suggest 'Real Existence' LIVE next.

[@KC-bc8jk]

BAND-MAID "Onset" (live / 2018Apr13 Zepp Tokyo) "Play" (live / 2020Feb14 LINE QUBE Shibuya) LOVEBITES (Japanese all female heavy metal band in gorgeous white dresses) "Holy war", "Raise some Hell" (live / 2020Feb21 Zepp DiverCity Tokyo) ASTERISM (18 years old Japanese female guitarist HAL-CA plays unbelievable crazy good) "Rising Moon" (official MV) "JUMP" (with respect for EVH one take studio shooting)

[@rickfromtexas4659]

I have been really enjoying your reactions to Band-Maid. I feel the same happiness watching them that you do. I recommend that you try "Play" (live). Saiki's vocals are just so sassy and the instrumental parts rock hard.

[@topographic1973ify]

More all female bands for you to react to: Love Bites, Aldious, Gacharic Spin, Dolls Box, Mary's Blood, Scandal and there are a bunch of others. These, of course, are just the Japanese bands. Band Maid is my favorite group of the bunch though. When they all gathered with the drummer (Akane) they were goofing around trying to throw off her timing. If you look at her you'll see the goofy face she gives them when they leave. If you watch any of the audience videos you'll see all kinds of interaction between them. Most of the pro shots don't do that so much. Miku (rhythm GTR and lyrics) started the band based on the Maid Cafe concept and the gap between the appearance of the group vs. the music they play.; She contacted Kanami (GTR and music composition) who contacted Akane (drums) who in turn contacted Misa (bass and referred to as the barefoot assassin as she doesn't wear shoes when playing on stage. She also drinks on stage during the shows). Miku was originally going to be the vocalist but felt her voice wasn't strong enough for the music so she and the management had Saiki (vocals) try out and the rest is history. They formed in 2013 and Thrill was their very first video. They were almost going to stop but the video blew up on KZbin and one thing has led to another. Miku didn't know how to play guitar when the group started because, as I said, she was going to be the vocalist. She was taught by Kanami and now plays very good rhythm guitar. She still didn't know how to play when Thrill was filmed. Watch Rinne (the MV not the live version as it was made for TV and it was cut way, way down), Play from this same concert, After Life is very good and the latest on KZbin. Dice is very good as an introductory piece. Well, almost anything they've put out is good. They don't have a bad song.

[@tonygriffin_]

Just woke up here in Wales, UK, and what do I get for breakfast? Jen reacting to Band-Maid! Breakfast of champions! I saw Zeppelin live in 1979 and than waited 40 years for the next "Best live Rock band on Earth" to come along - worth waiting for! They are indeed the happiest band ever as well as being one of the most musically skilled. So glad you've discovered them and are loving every single thing about them and can't wait for more. Try having a look at some of the close up fan cams on YT of their shows in the states and in Europe. Miku - the ridiculously gorgeous rhythm guitarist and founder of the band - always gives a half-time speech to the audience which is worth seeing as it gives a real insight into the friendship they all share. Here's a link where she does it while the other band members play around on the drums - it's cuteAF: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rmfMhJltaLGch5I . Oh, and here's a link to Kanami, real up close and personal with the audience, channelling her inner Hendrix and her hero Carlos Santana and getting totally into the zone on her PRS (you can see why that guitar company throw free guitars at her all the time! : kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJOtiXl8dtacnLc .

[@JustJenRx]

❤️

[@jacobusderottmann1000]

And before that, Kanami had (has?) her signature guitar line with Addictone, which travels separately which saved her during their last US tour in 2019 when her PRS got misdirected by the airline for awhile. Yeah, amazing guitarists can get special treatment from guitar makers, and Kanami is on a level somewhere in the stratosphere!

[@davidbourhenne8540]

Hey Jen, you can't go wrong with any of their songs. You should try to find songs from the albums that aren't videos. There are some absolute gems. One of my favorite songs that was taken down is "Rock In Me". Miku, the rhythm guitarist/back up singer, is the lead on this song. When I feel grumpy, this song brings a smile to my face every fricken' time! I love that little girl so much. She had an idea, made it come true & she is one hell of a song writer. Everyone of these girls is the perfect fit for this band. I think if it had been different it wouldn't have worked. They're always happy, they share the spotlight & I've never seen one of them have an ego that they are better than any of the others. Kanami, this lady is a reincarnation of every guitarist to have ever lived in one body. In interviews she is so quiet & shy, but you put that guitar in her hands & it's like she becomes a monster. I could talk for hours about them but think I've said enough for now. Take care Jen.

[@dr5multimedia]

Jen, even before you started to comment at the end my thoughts were... ''I always played with women in my own bands and.... I don't care if you are a woman or a man, but I care if you are a true musician! '' Having woman in a mixed band is a personal choice ..it brings down the men's testosterone and that ego sh***! So Band Maid for me is a salute to real talented musicians no matter the gender! Thank you for you genuine reactions!

[@Jp421JP]

Play ( Live) and Onset are good choices. DICE is also really great!

[@DaElfer]

In Japan it is perceived as a sign of youthfulness and natural beauty and is called "double tooth". Su- Metal from babymetal was the same but had hers fixed

[@UltraHD.7]

If you'd need another proof how happy they are together, at 5:34 you can spot the two guitarists cheering for the drummer down in the left corner in the shadows 😊

[@shadowstar9261]

Another blown away Japanese female band, check out LOVEBITES with their songs called Holy War. Thrust me you will like it.

[@saltydashlightly9074]

They play a game making faces at the drummer trying to make her laugh.

[@JustJenRx]

They’re so cute!!!

[@asaneberta7216]

They like to tease each other on stage. ...

[@sheldoncooper8199]

That is the Band Maid Trick: First they get You with being Cute then You Klick their Video and then You realize they are actually REALLY talented musicians

[@philproffitt8363]

I'll quote the comment I've seen many times..."my favourite Band-Maid song?...the last one I listened to". Yes... 9:08 "It's really tough to be a woman"...when you're trying to do a reaction video and your kid is rearranging the furniture...by the sound of it :-))

[@MrEd-qg8td]

Jimmy Page is a big fan of this band. He saw them in concert in 2006 and was so impressed with Akane the drummer. That he wanted to meet her backstage. She was told someone back would like to meet you Mr. Jimmy Page. She thought she was being pranked and went back stage and there he was. Jimmy told her she was the best drummer has heard since the passing of Jon Bonham. Quite an honor. Picture: twitter.com/jimmypagenews/status/798242289596264449

[@MrEd-qg8td]

Correction it was 2016! Duh

[@donbeck5109]

Here so cute, but the cutest kittens have the sharpest claws. They’re awesome!

[@JustJenRx]

Thanks for being so amazing!

[@donbeck5109]

Just Jen I know I’m talking a lot, but....there is a symphonic metal supergroup with 4 female vocalists. Exit Eden. They have done a cover of Total Eclipse of the Heart. That is secretly my FAVORITE song. Ever. They blew me away. Those operatic voices took it to another level. This took me out of my bad place after hearing about Alexi Laiho. Just. awesome.

[@CAPTCHAZ]

I always love your reactions to Band-Maid 👍👍 By the way if you want a real eye opener, check out Band-Maiko. It is Band-Maids April Fools Day joke that started 3 years ago. They perform as apprentice Geisha's... Yes you heard me right. There should be 3 videos on there channel. I don't think you would be disappointed. Again love your reactions... Keep Rocking 🤘🤘

[@JustJenRx]

I have heard that I should check it out! It’s made my list now!! Thanks for watching ❤️

[@chrisvoorhies6852]

Another good one is “Don’t let me down” for a bass vs lead guitar battle. If you like more female band check out Lovebites - “Holy War”

[@opie8989]

You Barely Scratch the surface of Band-Maid. The next Band-Maid song should be Onset (official live video).

[@philproffitt8363]

I second that emotion. Onset is startling in terms of their competence...and MISA's moment on bass :-)

[@ramadishaaria4021]

i think before onset better play ( live ) and next onset

[@ShikataGaNai100]

Trivia: Haruna Ono of SCANDAL also had the canine tooth thing, but got braces at 25. Different strokes for different folks.

[@城寺正樹]

great reaction 😊 Thank you for the reaction video of BAND MAID 😉 please next LOVE BITES - HOLY WAR (live) If you like BAND MAID I'm sure you'll love LOVE BITE too😁

[@donbeck5109]

I’m glad to see you again. Still riding high ion my new love of Nightwish. I don’t want to be a downer, but I’m sure you’ve heard the tragic news of another legendary Finnish musician. RIP Alexi Laiho. I love your energy and positivity, it’s what I need now. Btw, email me with that Nightwish when you get a chance. Love ya!

[@joeking6763]

You are officially a MAIDIAC!!!!! On your own - because you neeeeeeed more Band Maid - Spotify Band Maid - look for FREEZER along with all the other album songs that do not have videos. It's not just their videos that Rock!

[@JustJenRx]

Already hit them up on Spotify! And Apple Music as well!!! I just downloaded “Unseen World” even though it’s not available until 1/13/21

[@GaryHolloway-810]

Covid has been about as welcome as a solar powered street light. But BAND-MAID will always welcome you into their "BUBBLE" :)

[@curtisrrobles7885]

☣🚫⛔☀️💡 ⛩🎸🥁🎸🎤🎸 👋🗨❤

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@curtisrrobles7885 Speech bubble. Inventive :)

[@curtisrrobles7885]

@@GaryHolloway-810 ;)

[@curtisrrobles7885]

@@GaryHolloway-810 I'm finally watching the Okyu-ji from 12-13. The Bday break was funny as hell. I love these ladies more when they are themselves and goof off with each other. Misa was a crack up

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@curtisrrobles7885 I can think of waaay more worse things to watch. I'm watching Korean horror season 1 of "Sweet Home". I'm a big horror nerd & the production values & inventiveness is the best I've seen since "Stranger Things". And omg why are east Asian girls so pretty & Petite?

[@waynebenedict4609]

Play from this same concert would be a good next song. Actually, any of the songs in their catalog would be great! Yolo, You Only Live Once, is a personal favorite! Band-Maid is just the best rock band on the planet at the moment, male or female!

[@christopherjohnferrer3771]

Lol your laugh is so viral Just Jen lol.. More Bando-Maido pO! /,,/

[@JustJenRx]

😊 awwwww thank you!!!

[@gregdimmock7547]

Hey Jen, just found your reaction page and have pressed sub and bell. Been following Band Maid since 2014 when 'Thrill' popped up on my FB page. Now, I recommend to you 'Nemophila' . Also from Japan and are a super group of sorts . They do a lot of covers, AC/DC , Iron Maiden, T-Rex and even a K-Pop song called 'Happy'. Their 2 CD singles though, are where they really are. 'Oiran' and 'Raitei' are easily found on You Tube . Give them a listen, you will not regret. Peace.

[@JustJenRx]

🤘🤘🤘

[@redhothotakasaito]

I remember Saiki said in a past interview that she would like to have double teeth orthodontics in the future.

[@alexivan4629]

I SUBSCRIBED FOR YOUR EYES....AND ALSO FOR BAND MAID TOO!.

[@CadianC]

If you want to see more instrumental you should watch "Onset", which is a pure instrumental. I also recommend "Play", and their april fools videos Band-Maiko "Secret maiko lips" and "Gion-Cho". "Different" is their latest released song.

[@drvijil]

Great reaction and you are spot on ! Freedom is one of their earlier songs and always play it well live, but they have taken it to a higher level with this performance. Akane is a fantastic drummer and her drum solos are a relatively new occurrence. Akane and kickass bassist Misa anchor their sound and Kanami is an amazing lead guitarist. Miku the rhythm guitarist/singer founded the band and has been the lyrics writer since their 4th album. Saiki is the lead singer with a rich, beautiful voice with the power to cut through the awesome wall of sound. “Real Existence “ is a great live song. “Play” is another great song from this same performance, but there’s an earlier 2018 performance that I like better, but it may be hard to find. Band Maid is the best hard rock band going and I’m glad you’ve discovered them. Maidiacs unite!!!

[@JustJenRx]

I can’t wait to check those out! Thanks for the suggestions!!!

[@joeparker9516]

Another reactor, Julia Nilon (probably misspelled) referred to them as "musical bad asses"... These ladies are amazing... Akane Hirose, Drums; Misa, Bass Backing vocals; Miku Kobato 2nd Vocals. 2nd Guitar; Saiki Atsumi, Lead Vocals; Kanami, Lead Guitar (this girl can absolutely shred) And I have Mega Respect for all of them! And like a true Seaman (exnavy), I'm in love with each of them. Keep digging, you won't be disappointed. Two other Japanese Rock groups for you: Love Bites (all girl band, sings in english; one of the girl guitarists, is also a concert pianist (by training). And Wagaki Band: fusion of contemporary rock/metal and traditional Japanese instruments... note: only two females in the band... how many do you think you see? LOL!

[@にょごろさん]

あなたのリアクション とても大好き💕👍

[@SPERanger]

I think you might be one of the few to pick up on the first watch that misa the bassist is smiling and acting goofy to the drummer akane. Normally on stage she’s very stoic and cool but all these girls are so goofy with each other that freedom lets them really be themselves.

[@ShikataGaNai100]

The 810-year old pigeon assembled the best live rock band on the planet...po...

[@markbaker8255]

Kanami is a musical genius. She writes all the music then gives it to Akane and MISA to fine tune their respective parts then Miku and Saiki write the lyrics. They are some of the best musicians on the planet.

[@triquivijate]

Great how five ladies from Japan can blaze a trail for feminism, for music for talent, for ethnicity and everything else... And have a great time doing it. Grerat for you Jen, for underlining it too.. keep up the good work!

[@chelollo]

English Lyrics: (Original Japanese Lyrics: by Miku Kobato) Nodding and accepting everything Smile, praise, “I know it all" Bad things, I don't see, I don't know, bye bye bye Always reading others’ faces and hiding your feelings are not cool Enjoy the story, that happens only once Get out my way, my way, my way Go with your emotions Back off, go way, go way, go way Love me as you feel These moments which no one can reset, we struggle to connect, and link to our lives Like to be a freedom Jealous, envious, crooked emotion Silly, stupid lies, 1 2 3 4 Bluff, bravado, laughingstocks, lie lie lie Even if you fake and decorate yourself, you can’t get sweet fruits right now Go naked and diving and surfing Get out my way, my way, my way Stir up your feelings Back off, go way, go way, go way Hold me as you want These moments which no one can reset, we struggle to connect, and link to the future Like to be a freedom Always reading others’ faces and hiding your feelings are not cool Enjoy the story, that happens only once Get out my way, my way, my way Go with your emotions Back off, go way, go way, go way Love me as you feel These moments which happen only once You break and connect, and link to your life Get out my way, my way, my way Stir up your feelings Back off, go way, go way, go way Hold me as you want These moments which no one can reset, You break and connect, and link to your future Like to be a freedom

[@GSpotter63]

❤Miku❤❤Kanami❤❤Misa❤❤Akane❤❤Saiki❤ BAND-MAID They will break your heart and your ear drums. Then clean house! Next? Try Onset, Play or YOLO. If you are into power ballets try Daydreaming.

[@vicabramov8983]

switching artist " in this moment " above as below it's an extremely awesome song /hope you check it!

[@JustJenRx]

I love them! I just seen them 2 years ago at Sonic Temple!!!

[@joelirag3718]

OMG that drum solo reminds me of probably the greatest drummer of all time. Buddy Rich.

[@jacobusderottmann1000]

About the kind of people they are: From what I've gathered in interviews, they're pretty real. They come across as genuinely likeable and really caring. Examples: Kanami drying Saiki's tears and trying to comfort her when she was in agony from trying to sing with "nodes" that were on her vocal cords in August 2017 (she had surgery before they could continue concerts). The band brainstorming and implementing ways to reduce the strain on Saiki's voice after - more switchoffs between her and Miku on vocals for awhile, more instrumentals created, the awesome acoustic sub-sets during some concerts, more power instrumental work and solos, more Miku tunes like the cute and sexy "Rock in Me" - I think all these things followed Saiki's surgery and recovery. At an outdoor concert, Akane called out and beckoned to Saiki that it was time for them to go on. One problem: Saiki has a major phobia about insects, and she would have to cross a grassy area that had grasshoppers jumping whenever anyone walked through. She was backing up in horror. Akane (who by now knew her issue) saw what was happening, laughed and said she would come get her. And she did: Akane went over and carried her piggyback to the stage. Just did it. The love and humility made me respect her even more. Saiki's turn: during a concert, someone fell in the audience. Saiki stopped and asked if they were okay and watched them for a moment before continuing. Who does that? Band-Maid.

[@JustJenRx]

Now that’s an amazing story!!! Good karma has blessed them!!!

[@660DOHCNAKED]

Yes I agree they are so cute and sweet girls.

[@WatchmanXuk]

Yep a Balcony tooth as 'Theo Von' calls it. However she doesn't live in L.A, the land of perfect teeth so its fine : ) If you want an Instrumental that would make Beethoven smile from his grave, listen to Onset. Turn me On, Play, Puzzle, Bubble Yolo etc there all good.

[@pauldowlan3285]

Bandmaid just dropped a new mv and new album in a few days

[@mrwolfe67]

Great review. Try Real Existence live. The guitar shredding is incredible

[@JustJenRx]

Oh wow! Okay will do!!

[@satocalbee8857]

Gary. Whether Dracula is a band-made fan or not, Band-Maid's next song "Garlic" Let's try it with the reaction of Well, haven't you heard such a song? Of course you ask Miku. LOL.

[@srhiers29]

Check out Sokoninaru. Start with "Tenohira de Odoru" or "Re:program". Mind-blowing stuff.

[@Dtagcity]

While the Japanese society is rather rigid, the number of top-tier female musicians coming out of there is insane. If you’re into drums, check out Senri Kawaguchi, the most distinguished female drummer of Japan. She is also one of the youngest (at 13) to be added into the Drummerworld’s list of the Top 500 drummers in the world. She has also been featured as the cover artist on an issue of Drumhead magazine. Here’s a link to a drum solo by her kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGa8dat6qt5-eqs

[@mae_mon]

Great reaction!!