Lovebites i Live - "We the United" - First Reaction

[@rainerzufall42]

The LOVEBITES hymn! This concert ended with the powerful "Edge of the World", immediately transitioned into "We the United", which is just a celebration of the band at the end... A feelgood song, that lets the audience have a good path home...

[@rainerzufall42]

To be clear: both songs were already part of the Encore! That was the definite ending!

[@rainerzufall42]

If you want to see the rest of the Encore, that's "The Awakening / The Hammer of Wrath". They enter the stage with background music, and then they let the hammer fall... [Five of a Kind] Encore: 16. The Awakening 17. The Hammer of Wrath 18. Edge of the World 19. We the United

[@grantnealon5101]

Beautiful, Classy, Kick A** musiciens.. What a band!!!

[@jamesnix078]

Miho is a beautifil woman

[@Glynthepin]

My favourite Lovebites lady. ❤ I am struggling with Fami's smile though. 😍

[@marks5451]

This was the final song of the encore. And what an encore it was. The audience were so pumped to get them back and they started up 'The Awakening' whilst the members returned and then they kicked in with 'Hammer of Wrath' and followed with the most awesome version of 'Edge of the World'. To finish off was what you've just seen - 'We The United' which leaves me feeling like I can grab a light sabre and take on The Empire 😂😂. You can tell it was the end because Haruna had switched her red trainers for her white shoes. Damn I love this band. 🤘🤘

[@boyzyu]

"We the United" is like the unofficial Lovebites anthem. With its positive and uplifting lyrics/message, this song has closed/ended quite a few of Lovebites' concerts. You'll even be more impressed with the stamina of Haruna if you looked at the setlist of this "Five of a Kind" concert. "We the United" was the last and 18th track (not counting "The Awakening") in this nearly 2-hour show ! She pretty much ran a marathon.

[@RockCandy-ix3nn]

We've seen a couple from this already and I'm eager to rock on with the rest! Thanks!

[@arminbach3722]

I Love this Song so much. ❤❤❤🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@arminbach3722]

Metall stirbt nie.🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘❤❤❤

[@hiawatha.g]

It's amazing to think that after an hour and a half at warp speed, and in heels, they came back and did three of their biggest songs as their encore, ending with this one. And at the end they look like thsy could go another hour. They call themselves a metal band but they are made of something tougher. It's nuts.

[@ChrisPage68]

Pure 💎

[@RockCandy-ix3nn]

That puts me in mind of when the beautiful and talented Ginger Rogers was asked what it was like dancing with the great Fred Astaire: "Well, I have to do everything he does, only backwards and in high heels." Maybe we could talk Metallica into doing that for us?

[@hiawatha.g]

@@RockCandy-ix3nn That's a classic quote and so true!

[@marting.h.9417]

“Five of a kind” is an outstanding concert. I have this Blue-Ray.

[@Patrick_H.]

Yes! - This is the Lovebites Anthem. Asami's lyrics in this song reach into my heart and soul every time I hear it: "Recognize the pain that others hide. Have the strength to fight, even for someone else. People who've never made real enemies, have never stood up for what they believe! - We shall go forth. Prideful we'll stand United. We can create Miracles. Always there is a Way. - Always I will be Here. Always We will be There." -- *Asami* BTW, Miyako and Midori are United here too. I believe every note they play in this song is in Harmony.

[@lonniekramlich6241]

Hey, I was at Texas Jam In 1978. I was stationed at Ft. SILL OK.😮 😏♥️🎙🎸🥁😎🤘

[@RockCandy-ix3nn]

Hotter than Hell wasn't it? But we got to see EVH only 2 months after the release of their first album. Rock history!

[@kielanuar213]

As all of us knew, all Lovebites songs were damn good, musically, lyrically & emotionally. Though in audio, video or live.

[@one42chrisp]

I absolutely love this song, and it’s such a good concert ender!

[@CaffeineNightOwl]

tha lovebites anthem. another masterpiece, that shows, why they are so good.

[@jmetallover]

Always laugh when Miho toss the pics she never uses into the crowd. When Haruna tosses the sticks, then you know the show is over, although she looks like she just warmed up to start a set LOL The Wolfpack consider this the unofficial anthem for the band, much like Last Ride of the Day is the closing song for Nightwish.

[@ahodori-dl5hz]

LOVEBITES is AWESOME!" one of the audience members shouted, to which vocalist Asami responded with a big smile, and the entire venue seemed to agree. I wish I could have been there.

[@RockCandy-ix3nn]

Me too!

[@lkm55]

Haruna should have legs like a bodybuilder…..her speed is otherworldly. And she never over-hits, always in the pocket. The other big take away from this song is Miyako smiled!

[@RockCandy-ix3nn]

Yes! Her smile is so rare it's always surprising to see.

[@allenhuling598]

Love this song and you are absolutely correct that Haruna does not get near enough spotlight!! What's not to love, between the excellent music (including lyrics), Asami on piano, stick and pick tossing, and a real smile from Miyako.....awesome stuff!🤘

[@RockCandy-ix3nn]

Well said!

[@thedocofrock1890]

excellent - the link to the FULL performance. the ending when they throw the picks out and haruna's drumsticks are highlights not to be missed. next up in the trio of m+m in the side by side solos is 'when destinies align. you might even consider doing the official mv for this song as it by far my favorite. the camerawork in the solo is amazing and the samurai alter ego images of the band make it truly special

[@RockCandy-ix3nn]

Thanks Doc! I'll check it out!

[@whirled_peace]

LOVEBITES - We The United lyrics: The silent dawn has been broken Our fate has now been decided for good Innocence can never be regained Blissful ignorance turns into guilt and shame We must first learn to give and understand That no one is able to live alone There is no need to be perfect Everyone has their own problems and faults Everything is indispensable, Every person is worthy and valuable Don’t give up on your life, fight for what’s right Live on and keep searching for answers We shall go forth Prideful, we stand united We can create miracles Always, there is a way SOLO: both Humans are greedy and selfish Wanting attention more than the respect Recognize the pain that others hide Have the strength to fight even for someone else People who’ve never made real enemies Have never stood up for what they believe We shall go forth Prideful, we stand united We can create miracles Always, there is a way Always, I will be here Always, we will be there ----- lyrics: asami music: Mao arrangement: LOVEBITES (miho, haruna, midori, miyako, asami) & Mao album: Clockwork Immortality 12/05/2018

[@obud3777]

From my favorite LOVEBITES album Clockwork Immortality Lyrics: Asami Music: Mao Arrangement: LOVEBITES/Mao

[@RockCandy-ix3nn]

I'm partial to that one myself!

[@johnpaul4784]

Ah ! Midori's smile !

[@VRsMagic]

LOVEBITES❤️‍🔥Este grandíosa canción es su corazón 🤟🏻🐺

[@RockCandy-ix3nn]

I love it, too! Thanks!

[@emtrem100]

Haruna! ❤ 🥁 x

[@joopboom4119]

Great reaction as always! A somewhat more unusual song in their catalogue would be 'The Unbroken' live. Really great playing in that one.

[@RockCandy-ix3nn]

I'll check it out!

[@ericdarlington2332]

🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺❤❤❤❤❤🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘lol i had a GF who said the exact same thing "Geddy Lee's voice is like fingernails on a chalkboard" i have not been able to listen to RUSH since then without that thought popping into my head and i love RUSH lol

[@RockCandy-ix3nn]

ROTFLMAO!

[@marcoskazu_]

🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@fab1901]

Thank you for your reaction to LOVEBITES. I think your natural smile says it all. P.S. The following are planned. [ROCK IMPERIUM FESTIVAL] June 19~22, 2024 Spain [French metal festival "Hellfest"] LOVEBITES will appear on the main stage on June 28, 2024. [ProgPower USA 2024 Atlanta] September 6, 2024

[@RockCandy-ix3nn]

Thank you for the info! And for your kind comment!

[@gatograto]

Awesome review as always RC.

[@RockCandy-ix3nn]

Good to see you here!

[@ВалентинДанилович-ч4д]

🤘💀👍👍👍

[@rainerzufall42]

General suggestions for LOVEBITES... * Holy War * Edge Of The World * A Frozen Serenade * Swan Song (with Chopin intro) - When Destinies Align - Set The World On Fire * * Break The Wall * * Shadowmaker * Raise Some Hell * Epilogue (another "E" song, next to "Edge Of The World" and "Empty Daydream") - Glory To The World - Rising - Winds Of Transylvania (VLADLOVE version) - Thunder Vengeance * * Don't Bite The Dust (live) - Don't Bite The Dust [OMV] - Dancing With The Devil - The Awakening / The Hammer Of Wrath - Nameless Warrior [OMV] - Liar * We The United Live album 2CD/DVD/Blu-ray from August 23rd, 2023, of March 11th live concert [Trailer] Knockin' At Heaven's Gate * The Hammer Of Wrath (live 2023) (first promotional video) * Nameless Warrior (live 2023) (second snippet) * Judgement Day (live 2023) (third snippet) - Liar (live 2023) (forth snippet) Upcoming live album 2CD/DVD/Blu-ray from December 20th, 2023, of March 12th live concert [Trailer] Knockin' At Heaven's Gate - Part II * Stand And Deliver (Shoot 'Em Down) (live 2023) (first promotional video) New stuff (LOVEBITES 2.0, with new bassist Fami) - Judgement Day [OMV] * Stand And Deliver (Shoot 'Em Down) [OMV] Other new stuff from new album (audio and release party only) - Soldier Stands Solitarily - We Are The Resurrection - Lost In The Garden - Dissonance - My Orion - The Spirit Goes On - Wicked Witch - Victim Of Time

[@rainerzufall42]

More unusual (but still very good) stuff * * The Apocalypse * [A] Under The Red Sky * Above The Black Sea * Empty Daydream - Scream For Me * Signs Of Deliverance - Addicted - Inspire - Spellbound - Dystopia Symphony * Bravehearted - Burden Of Time (must see with a special gimmick by Miyako!) - The Crusade - Today Is The Day * Journey To The Otherside - No Time To Hesitate - Pledge Of The Saviour * * M.D.O. - Paranoia - The Unbroken - Warning Shot * Golden Destination Audio only - Puppet On Strings - The Final Collision - Mastermind 01 Covers - Eagle Fly Free (Helloween) - Painkiller (Judas Priest) - Love Bites (So Do I) (Halestorm) Fami covers - Alien Alien [bass cover] Miyako piano covers (Etude Op.23) - Eagle Fly Free (Helloween) - Burn (Deep Purple) - Battery (Metallica) - The Loner (Gary Moore) - Far Beyond The Sun (Yngwie Malmsteen) - Addicted (LOVEBITES) Fami。covers * Alien Alien (bass cover) Extras * Trio Of Miho (The Apocalypse, Don't Bite The Dust, M.D.O.) see there (start of "Holy War")

[@rainerzufall42]

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[@RockCandy-ix3nn]

You are awesome! Thank you! @@rainerzufall42

[@Glynthepin]

Haruna - The little big engine 😀 Everything you said, basically. What I love about Lovebites is they are grounded. No we are gods and you are here to worship us, syndrome. Very humble and respectful of the audience.

[@RockCandy-ix3nn]

I totally agree!