LOVEBITES - Holy War Reaction and Discussion!

#lovebites #reaction #metal
Welcome to the channel, watch as the guys react to the song Holy War by the band LOVEBITES!
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[@lito6242]

“ Break the Wall “ should be the next song for you guys to react… from the same concert…

[@zamriahmad8415]

Next song..." Break The Wall" from same concert. More thrashy..

[@evilvolts]

Their "old bass player" was the founder and recruited Haruna her drummer bandmate from Destrose and together they formed Lovebites getting Midori and Miyako and Miho loved Asami's R&B demo tape and chose her to learn power metal Miho's hero bass player is Steve Harris of Iron Maiden and Haruna loved Helloween

[@ahodori2233]

The white stage costume was chosen because, during the costume selection discussion, Miho (bass) remarked, "I've been wearing black stage costumes for a long time and I'm tired of it. Sometimes I just want to play in a feminine costume." This was the starting point. However, there was a possibility that they would not be accepted by the people around them because it went against the stereotype of heavy metal, but they decided to do what they wanted to do even if it meant becoming lone wolves, and they dared to make the choice.

[@TheVleckChannel]

Interesting. It works.

[@handdika4530]

the JAPAN way of thinking is, it doesn't matter what you wear but how qualified you are!!

[@athlonen]

The other reason why they wear white on stage: SO THEY CAN BE SEEN. You already mentioned that most metal bands have always worn black, which is true. But when you look at the ladies, at this time the tallest one was Miyako (Dean guitarist), who was barely 5'2". The shortest is Haruna (drums) at 4'9". If they all wore black then each one would be drowned out by the gear on stage, amps, risers, the entire lot. Wearing white allows them to be seen, which always keeps the spotlight on them. Next on your list from this very same show should be their show opener, Thunder Vengeance, which is also the song right before Holy War. After that, I'd say to go straight to Break the Wall, then their opening piece for their encore, The Awakening/Hammer of Wrath. You can't go wrong with those.

[@jprules2578]

Hell yes. Those were the first songs I heard a few years ago ,and my jaw was on the ground throughout my first listenings.

[@davidtormaschy9988]

The song that got me hooked is Thunder Vengeance. It is a great intro song for the Five of a Kind Concert. To see them having fun in concert, watch Raise Some Hell from the same concert.

[@Quadro1961]

We are Lovebites , and we play Heavy Metal

[@joshbrewer4309]

🤘🤘

[@dregeye]

Thanks for more LOVEBITES! From same show, "Break The Wall": kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4HGYYuBZdGBo7c Thrash, with a transition ... I consider their composition & arrangement talents to be on par with their musicianship. Unsurpassed. But, of course, you can't "arrange" a segment of hyper-tremolo-picked palm-muted arpeggiated-chords in perfect sync with 3 other musicians, song after song for 2 hour, 18-song shows ... unless you have musicians that can perform that. Repeat listens reveal imaginative uses of techniques. Haruna's cymbal work combined with precise dbl-kick (!) While her snare-hit locks it tight. The 'conductor' (?) "Break The Wall" might dispel the "PowerMetal" stigma... All 60 songs are worthy of your time. No kidding. 60 🐺

[@jleote]

Midori does indeed play ESP guitars.

[@hitokiriizo]

I'm with the guy on the bottom, not a huge fan of power metal but adore them because they put thrash, nwbhm and classic metal elements in their music.

[@1970Phoenix]

Yep - and even their "pure" Power Metal songs are awesome.

[@joshbrewer4309]

🤘🤘

[@ChadTheDragonLord]

Lovebites plays power thrash. You need to see the other side of them, something slower. Try "A Frozen Serenade" live: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5aboYSMqpKFhJo

[@Actkqk3]

You copied me. Well, once we had to agree on something XD

[@785boats]

If you are not so much into power metal, have a listen to their three 'E' songs. Epilogue, Edge of The World, & Empty Daydream. All LIVE of course. Fantastic songs.

[@fab1901]

Thank you for always giving LOVEBITES its due credit and for following along. This channel has recently become one of my top 5 channels. The girls practice more than any other band on a daily basis to recreate their albums, EPs, and music videos live. Many listeners around the world initially doubted their abilities, but after seeing LOVEBITES' live videos, this was quickly resolved. Please continue to support LOVEBITES.

[@joshbrewer4309]

Thanks for your support! 🤘🤘

[@ChadTheDragonLord]

Out of curiosity, how do you know how much time other bands practice?

[@fab1901]

@@ChadTheDragonLord Thank you for your reply. This is my way of saying that without that much practice, it would be impossible to perform in such tight synchronization without eye contact from both sides of the stage in most cases. It is my own metaphorical expression. Do I, as a LOVEBITES fan, need a reason to praise these girls? If you're a fan of LOVEBITES, get along and support these girls!

[@mauriciorodrigues500]

Yeah Love🐺 all day bois 🤘

[@joshbrewer4309]

🤘🤘

[@hitokiriizo]

Part of their shtick is the blonde guitarist is the wild in your face one and the dark haired one gives zero fucks and is an ice queen.

[@1970Phoenix]

For me, Miyako's "almost bored" expression is the ultimate rock and roll attitude. It says, I'm going to stand here and melt your face off with my shredding skills and you're going to sit there, enjoy it and thank me once I'm done. I also love Midori's showmanship, but for me, I'm a great big Miyako fan.

[@joshbrewer4309]

That’s funny! She pulls off that side eye so well! 🤘🤘

[@1970Phoenix]

I'm also not a big fan of power metal either. But Lovebites are possibly the most musically talented hard-music band on the planet, and so I don't care what label is put on their music - it is freaking awesome and I'm going to listen to it.

[@stephanwolfhunter]

Something to note - white is the color of death in Japan. But Asami has said that they wear white because the stage is big and they are all short and they don't want the crowd to lose track of them.

[@joshbrewer4309]

Makes sense! 🤘🤘

[@danw6048]

The new issue of Classic Rock Magazine is out and it has a review of the album Judgement Day. The album is given a 8/10 and the review concludes with this - "the album plays out like a love letter to the 'music conquers all' energy of classic heavy metal, songs like The Spirit Lives On spotlighting the irrepressible positivity and vitality that makes Lovebites so utterly brilliant." Regarding the song Stand And Deliver (Shoot'em Down) the magazine says "newcomer Fami delivers the greasiest bass tone since Motorhead". Fami's first album and she is already being compared to the late great Lemmy. I hope someone shows it to her.

[@joshbrewer4309]

I think that’s the right score for the album. We reviewed it too. We gave it a similar score.

[@user-zr4xc3yt6q]

Welcome back and thank you for doing this reaction to lovebites again,"SHADOWMAKER"also 👍, it's my 1st song begin to lovebites rabbits hole, LOVEBITES ROCK

[@gham5586]

How about some gallop, Under the Red Sky, live, 2021, with subtitles!! Song that relates to the Atomic bombing .🤘🐺🤘

[@nontask78]

Here is the thing. The 2020 show is (so far) the best live experience of LOVEBITES and the one you should react to, in reference to LIVE performances of the band. The 2021 show, performance-wise is even better, but due to the absolute covid restrictions there is no actual interaction with the audience (they were only allowed to stand and applaude). p.s.: since I see you are more into the harder staff, I strongly recommend for your next Lovebite reactions "Break the Wall", "The Hammer of Wrath" and "M.D.O.", all three live from the same show (2020). 🤘🐺🤘

[@thedocofrock1890]

yup - esp e-11. they do so much more than power metal. one that you may want to see is a complete change up called 'a frozen serenade'. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5aboYSMqpKFhJo

[@jimhammitt6102]

Try Raise Some Hell. I think you will really enjoy that one.

[@MinaTepesshu]

Break The Wall is a good one. What am I saying? They're all good.

[@joshbrewer4309]

🤘🤘

[@allenhuling598]

The ladies of Lovebites enjoy being feminine women, therefore the pretty dresses/heels - and the white color helps them stand out as they are all quite small! The new bassist, Fami, and Miyako are both around 5' 2" and the other three are 4' 9," 4' 10," and 4' 11" - also part of why they have the little platforms to step up onto. Asami spent something like 16 years in ballet and is a big part of the way she moves and gestures on stage. They really combine a lot of genres and influences to make their unique brand of Metal....I love it all! Cheers guys, hope you continue down this path!🤘

[@outwest1014]

Haruna is 4'9", Asami is 4'10", Midori is 5'0" and Miyako is 5''2". Fami looks to be 5''5" as she is a little taller than Miyako.

[@allenhuling598]

@@ChadTheDragonLord Absolutely, thanks for the correction! Fixed!

[@CaffeineNightOwl]

thank you for your great reaction and appreciation, guys.

[@joshbrewer4309]

Thank you! 🤘🤘

[@ricdale7813]

They do not disappoint. Power,Thrash,Speed,Shred,etc.... Winds of Transylvania is Another Aggressive Lovebites song worth checking out. Both Live and Studio versions are near Identical.

[@joshbrewer4309]

They are incredible 🤘🤘

[@SpiderWeb984]

Where is their new MV "Stand and Deliver(Shoot 'em down)"❔❤…freaking awesome🔥

[@jmetallover]

Well if you want to see how much of an animal Miyako/Dean is try Swan Song kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXPLpaSdnr14d5Y She is better on the piano which she has been on since age 3, she picked up the guitar at 18 and self taught. All of these women are multi talented and live they are flawless perfection in action. The M & M show never disappoints, polar opposites who blend perfectly. Nice reaction and LIVE is the best way to experience this band.

[@ChadTheDragonLord]

IDK, she might be better on guitar now.

[@raycollins511]

next Lovebites song should be Swan song with Chopen intro. classical piano with metal what a combination.

[@nanoscorner6976]

After countless times of hearing people say Lovebites is power metal i tried to listen to other power metal multiple times, turns out Lovebites is either not power metal, or I simply dont like power metal, I just live Lovebites metal.

[@1970Phoenix]

Agree.

[@joshbrewer4309]

Yea I’m a big power metal guy. They definitely are power metal..ish. I’d just call them a bad ass metal band!

[@ChadTheDragonLord]

Lovebites is power thrash - they have a heavier sound than the majority of power metal bands I have heard.

[@MissLoonasSpeech]

While Lovebites do have quite a couple of songs which I'd consider Power Metal, they aren't confined to just one subgenre unlike most Power Metal bands or bands from other metal subgenres. Personally, my favourite subgenre is Thrash Metal, whereas I'm not much into Power Metal, but there are a few exceptions to the rule which all have in common that they do sound somewhat rawer/thrashier. E.g. I still love Helloween's debut album "Walls of Jericho" (1985), which nowadays is mostly refered to as Power Metal, whereas way back then, it was often called Speed Metal. If you listen to "Ride the Sky" or "How Many Tears?" (my two favourite songs by Helloween), you will notice that they have a rather raw and more "thrashy" guitar sound. I'd also recommend the album "Soldiers of the Night" by Vicious Rumors, also from 1985, which has a rather raw sound and featured two excellent shredders. Try e.g. the the song "Ride (Into the Sun)": kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3uspHSFncugjZY Another band I'd mention in this context are Helstar, especially their albums "Remnants of War", "A Distant Thunder" and "Nosferatu" (all released in the eighties). As an example, I suggest their song "Harker's Tale", also featuring some excellent guitar work: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJ3bc5uNjqajedU These are songs which IMO also would fit Lovebites style perfectly, which might also explain why I find Lovebites' Power Metal songs very enjoyable.

[@user-li3kk7or2k]

LOVEBITES⚡️🤘🐺🤘⚡️

[@joshbrewer4309]

🤘🤘🤘

[@Darth.Fluffy]

Thanks for giving some love to Miho. As good as Fami is, Miho was pretty damned good. Plus Miho is a ridiculously talented songwriter.

[@CrYou575]

My ears aren't bothered whether they're wearing white dresses or black leather.

[@204pjfaherty]

If you would like to hear their take on Slayer and Testament watch 'Break The Wall' live kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4HGYYuBZdGBo7c and for some serious guitar pinch harmonics have a look at 'Raise Some Hell' also live from the same show. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJLQhIR6Za-IfM0 Enjoy! 🙂🤘

[@joshbrewer4309]

Next week 👀

[@JuanCarlos-vl2bd]

gracias por difundir a esta gran banda musical,hacia mucho tiempo que no disfrutaba tanto con la musica,cada vez que las escucho me florecen sentimientos que no me acordaban que esistian

[@PPEEYY]

The live show in Tokyo on March 12th was amazing.

[@sadaka201]

They have NO bad song! Way to go... Maybe something slower next time? "Epilogue", "Empty Daydream" or the Maserpiece "Frozen Serenade"...

[@joshbrewer4309]

Frozen Serenade is a popular request….maybe next week 👀

[@outwest1014]

They wear white because they are very petite ladies. 4'9" to 5'2" As metal stages are dark, they decided by wearing white the light would reflect off them. Making them more visible. Also Japanese bands dress as if they are professional musicians! Music & lyric were written by Miho & Mao. Miho, bass is no longer with the Band.

[@Glen.Black.]

I just love how Dave lights up every time one of the guitarists/bassists has a little shredding type riff thrown in out of no where. Make me happy! (May be using the wrong terminology)...LOL Musicians, in general, think they're pretty decent or really good until they watch something like this, then they wonder why they even bother playing...LOL

[@locknloll435]

🎸🎸🎸🎸🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@joshbrewer4309]

🤘🤘🤘

[@ManekiNeko1972]

They wear white to turn the trope of heavy metal people always wearing black on its head. This band's motto is literally "We're not here to be cute. We're here to be heavy".

[@joshbrewer4309]

🤘🤘

[@CrumblexEloi]

Break the Wall now please :)

[@obud3777]

Midori here is playing a E-II Horizon by ESP, Midori is a ESP artist, Miyako is a Dean artist, but she also plays Gibson’s, and other guitars 🎸

[@evilvolts]

Midori is on a ESP horizon II

[@joshbrewer4309]

It’s beautiful! 🤘🤘

[@Actkqk3]

I said it out there on another channel but I'll say it again here. If you really want to be speechless, you must see the Lovebites masterpiece called "A Frozen Serenade". When after a few minutes you can speak again, maybe you can say something like "I don't know what to say"... And it's not a joke. Maybe it is not a masterpiece in terms of lyrics, but it is in terms of musical composition and staging. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5aboYSMqpKFhJo

[@1970Phoenix]

It is a freaking masterpiece.

[@markoviitanen2671]

Yeah, for sure this shows a different side to them. It's not just full on powermetal every time. I wish they would do more songs like this. New album was great, but it could have more slower songs too, or at least medium fast ones.

[@richardcottrell2787]

I like the lyrics. "Of doves and ravens dancing in melancholy A distant memory" Is that not the image of sadness?

[@1970Phoenix]

"One life ends and one life begins Evanesce to our origins" The lyrics in Frozen Serenade are actually pretty good if you ask me. Not quite Nobel prize in literature standard, but much better than many songs I've heard.

[@L.A55]

You'll not find a song you don't like with Lovebites.. All you'll find is some you like better than others. But they're all great.. somebody suggested "Break the Wall".. I agree..also "Thunder Vengeance".."Awakening/ "Hammer of Wrath" then theres masterpieces like Edge of the World, and Frozen serenade (those versions with lyrics please)..According to some, the white is so they can be seen on stage, because of their stature.. I say, Petite Goddess, that control the Lightning and Thunder..Btw, if/when you get back to Nemophila..I suggest Adabana, also in studio live Oiran, Raitl(thunder), and "Life" with lyrics

[@1970Phoenix]

In my opinion, Frozen Serenade is good enough to be included in the best 100 metal songs ever written. And I think I could make the case for a few other of their songs to be on that same list.

[@Mrlovebitten]

Midori’s playing a ESP E=2 horizon she has several models in the reindeer blue and a black one as well, she also has a custom white FRX SERIES witch was made by students from the a school program (she teaches students to design build and play at) funded by ESP Guitars Japan as well as a custom made Flying V Arrow series made from the same school program

[@joshbrewer4309]

Does she have a signature model?

[@Mrlovebitten]

@@joshbrewer4309 I’m not 100% sure but I’m going to say the Flying V from the winds of Transylvania MV would fit the bill

[@Patrick_H.]

The White is not a gimmick - it is a Choice. They are tiny (4'8" to 5'2") and white helps them be seen on stage. They also say they see no reason they can't be feminine and still blow your face off - and that is straight up Metal Bad Ass-ness. Lovebites 'Gimmick' is their F-ing Talent. 🤘🐺🤘

[@joshbrewer4309]

🤘🤘

[@pappysheart6710]

✨Choose 1 concert to attend: A) Nemophila + Bridear B) Band Maid + Fate Gear C) Babymetal + Sabaton D) Lovebites + Lonesome Blue E) Unlucky Morpheus + Trident F) Aldious + Gacharic Spin

[@Mrlovebitten]

As for why LOVEBITES wears white dresses for many performances it’s because they are also following Japanese folklore and mythology as they are the embodiment of Horkew Kamoy an ancient wolf god that The people viewed as a guardian (otsukai), protecting villagers and their livestock and as to why the band wears the white dresses as they believe they are the protectors of Traditional Heavy Metal as it was originally Intended from the beginning of the genre itself (Also explains why they use the Wolf on their album covers and why we fans are called the Wolfpack)

[@joshbrewer4309]

🤘🤘

[@pinoypower69]

🤘🏽LOVEBITES RULES🤘🏽

[@joshbrewer4309]

🤘🤘🤘

[@bazread]

Gutted it wasn't a cover of Megadeth's Holy War !!😂

[@joshbrewer4309]

Kind of hoped for that too….

[@MissLoonasSpeech]

Couldn't be, because Megadeth don't have a song titled "Holy War". Their song is titled "Holy Wars...the Punishment Due". One might have hoped for a cover of Détente's "Holy War", though, which is BTW a great song from one of the very few female-fronted Thrash Metal bands that were around in the eigthies. I could imagine that Midori would love the "screaming" guitar solos on that song as well as on the entire album "Recognize No Authority". If I should ever get a chance to talk to Lovebites after a live concert, I'll have to ask them if they know this album and make sure they get a copy of it, if they don't.

[@DavidMISAMISAMISACook]

Miho Miho Miho!

[@shazariahl]

Thunder vengeance, break the wall. Set the world on fire if you haven't already done it.

[@josepmontefusco4178]

I agree: next songs should be Break the wall and The hammer of wrath... my two favorite ones by far

[@walterching-fj2mt]

Can you also review their previous album " electric pentagram" " clockwork immortality" and "glory glory to the world" ❤❤❤

[@thorstenkrieger6289]

I‘ve heard that Asami once said, that they wearing white dresses, that the audience could see them, because they are so tiny! I don‘t know if it‘s tru, but it would make sense!🤷‍♂️ Greetings from Germany!👋

[@joshbrewer4309]

🤘🤘🤘

[@LesDexia13]

The tiny trio are very tiny: Haruna 4'9.5" (146cm) Asami 4'10" (147cm) and Midori 4'11" (150cm).

[@marcoskazu_]

🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺

[@joshbrewer4309]

🤘🤘🤘

[@debbieguillory4379]

Yes it's an esp 2

[@DianaRussia531]

💙Miyako💙

[@GrayFox14]

Thanks for the reaction. I'm sorry, but you're repeating your mistake by saying that LOVEBITES only released 4 Albums. You do not take into account other releases of the band. LOVEBITES has recorded nearly 60 original songs and musical compositions. In addition to songs from 4 Albums, the band released 12 more original songs + 3 covers ( different EPs,Live,Compilation). These songs are not found anywhere else. They are not on the Studio Albums. These songs are not worse than the songs that are on the Albums.

[@stevecastiglione8901]

yeah - they do not disappoint...Asterism is another holy s**t type band you may want to check out...

[@joshbrewer4309]

Added to the list!

[@LongStroke01]

Most talented 3 piece band on earth.

[@lazyboogie8611]

Please react Soldier Stands Solitarily from the new album. Non stop speed metal! Drummer Haruna's skill is unlimited! crazy!!

[@jerryjames3822]

Post production cleans a lot of stuff up. But there are instances where mistakes are made and they choose to leave it in. I like that.

[@johnpaul4784]

You really have to react to "Stand and deliver" it's pure madness

[@modelarstwodarekb]

Check out: EPILOGUE and CHOPIN ETUDE + SWAN SONG. Brilliant tracks. Miyako is not only a world-class guitarist, but also ... a pianist.

[@lianshadowmaker7834]

Then you have to watch : The Awakening & The Hammer of Wrath or Break The Wall And prepare yourself to get more blown away hahaha 😂🤘

[@PittDaddy]

Everyone says 10,000 hours to be able to play. I think these ladies must be at about 100,000 hours.

[@joshbrewer4309]

Atleast! 🤘🤘

[@jaimealmendro2657]

next song A Frozen Serenade , metal ballad , amazing ,masterpiece for me .

[@Glen.Black.]

MIYAKO, the stoic guitar shredder, has a pet Owl and Python...LOL Not pets you might expect her to have.

[@JFrancoDrums]

Now that you have heard Holy War, time for some thrash metal Break the Wall- kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4HGYYuBZdGBo7c 🤘🐺🤘

[@joshbrewer4309]

Maybe next week…..👀

[@supriyadiadi8148]

Next reaction VOB _"SUNDANESE INSTRUMENTAL"_VOB Band Rock metal trio hijabers 🇮🇩 LIVE IN WACKEN FESTIVAL ( GERMAIN)2022 👍♥️ AMAZING 🤟

[@bernardbulwer3158]

Your openess to heavy metall acccording to LOVEBITES is commendable, as I discovered their special genius just 6 months ago. To fully appreciate the depth and breadth of heavy metal according LOVEBITES, I strongly recommend going through their (two-hour/18-songs!) concert setlist (in heels!) or review their previous albums as you did with Judgement Day. I suggest starting with their show opener THUNDER VENGEANCE : kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4ioaIOneNV6n5Y from their Five of a Kind Live in Tokyo 2020 (1 hr 46 minutes) at this link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5TGlH6cqKahfsk . Perhaps consider doing something like what this recent reactor Cheezyxy did ... a well-received stream of their live studio performance (The Abyss) at this link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/anicemSZmrNnr5Y

[@joshbrewer4309]

🤘🤘

[@Mykeikis2]

Checkout female band from Japan. ALDIOUS.

[@supriyadiadi8148]

Next reaction VOB _"GOD ALLOW ME PLEASE TO PLAY MUSIC 'MV VOB BAND ROCK METAL 3 GIRLS HIJABERS from 🇮🇩♥️ AMAZING 🤟

[@marks5451]

To understand LOVEBITES more you need to check this one out from the same 2020 FOAK show. - Swansong with Chopin intro kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpSwh6eoq9V9ps0

[@Glen.Black.]

Who would a thought you could mix operatic vocals and heavy power metal and it would be awesome! Like BabyMetal mixing Kawaii (Kawaii is the culture of cuteness in Japan) and metal and actually officially creating a new genre (Kawaii Metal). The Japanese are musical genius's while the west can't get out of it's own way. Modern music in the west is shameful in comparison!

[@innpressTV]

Reaction and Discussion! then Where is the conclusion ?

[@oliphant2848]

Great reaction. Actually not one of their best songs IMO, I don't know why so many people keep recommending it, but of course it's not a bad song either. How about more of their thrash songs or maybe one of their soul-influenced songs for a change? Thrash: Break the Wall kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4HGYYuBZdGBo7c Soul influence: Liar kzbin.info/www/bejne/bXaTgnR4fqemitk

[@ChadTheDragonLord]

When the fans voted on which songs to include on the "In the Beginning" album, Holy War received the most votes out of all their songs. It is one of the best songs to introduce someone to Lovebites with. It contains great vocals by Asami, several wow moments, good guitar solos, crowd interaction, and a typical Lovebites sound of power thrash. That being said, I do rank at least 10 songs higher than this one out of all the Lovebites songs.

[@oliphant2848]

@@ChadTheDragonLord IMO it suffers a bit from too many verses/choruses before the solos, which makes it drag on a bit. Their musical performance is great as always, but the songwriting on this one might have profited from one stanza less. Hey, I'm a fan, I'm allowed to say that.

[@ChadTheDragonLord]

@@oliphant2848 I actually agree with your point there. When I first heard this song played two years ago I didn't notice it, but after hearing it about ten times I started to think as you did, that the opening two verses seemed really long and dragged a bit. I prefer longer songs, as long as they have changes in it. Holy War doesn't change much, all three verses are the same and in the middle is a bridge and the solos.

[@oliphant2848]

@@ChadTheDragonLord We are agreed then. 🙂BTW, I hope they publish an EP this year with a bit more prog.

[@joelirag3718]

"Gimmick" is a low class word. Pretty insulting if you ask me. I prefer Modus Operandi.

[@salsaucedo]

Seriously, this was not power metal, Lovebites is not a power metal band, to this point no one even knows what power metal even means. This is solely and unadulterated heavy metal with a slight kiss of thrash. Since 2017 it is all I hear from everyone "I am not a fan of power metal" and no one gives a true answer to what power metal is? It was the same BS when Metallica and Megadeth came about everyone began calling it speed metal when all along it was thrash metal. One thing I will say speed and power metal is boring and repetitive writing with the same solos as dragon force, Yngwie Malmsteen no melody just play fast as hell and it sucks. Lovebites is a constructive band that aren't afraid to incorporate and infuse everything there is out there including the classical element.

[@ChadTheDragonLord]

Great points!