LOVEBITES - Swan Song (Live) REACTION | Metal Head DJ Reacts

[@ahodori-dl5hz]

In 1831, some officers and citizens rose up against the Polish government, which was under the de facto control of the Russian Empire, in what was called the "November Revolution" but ended in failure due to the direct intervention of Russian troops. Chopin received this news during a performance tour. He never set foot on the soil of his homeland again. When the Russians invaded Warsaw, Chopin's agent presented "Etude OP10, No. 12" in Paris. Because of the agent's exaggerated publicity, people called this piece "Revolutionary Etude. Miyako composed "Swan Song" based on this "Revolutionary Etude" and Dvorak's "New World Symphony. Asami (vocalist), a former ballerina, wrote the lyrics based on the historical background of "Revolutionary Etude" and inspired by Norse mythology and the ballet suite "Swan Lake. "SwanSong" is a requiem dedicated to the warriors who fought to reclaim their homeland, a masterpiece that only LOVEBITES could complete.

[@dg3258]

Only LOVEBITES can pull this off. Turn a apeed metal riff into a power ballad. Once in a lifetime band for me, they will (should) be the name referenced years from now as the heavy metal measuring stick, or any discussions regarding "greatness." Just my opinion. Ty for coming back to them and promoting their music! 🤘

[@TheKillogicEffect]

Absolutely! Totally agree, very well said! I think they are a band that will be talked about for many generations to come!

[@whirled_peace]

LOVEBITES - Swan Song lyrics: If this was the last day you could live on this earth Would you still go on, accusing someone for today It’s better to fail than not do anything at all It is not the length, but depth of life that counts Oh brave soldier Oh gallant warrior Valor to those who died in battle to Valhalla Believe what’s in your soul For death will come to all You shall rest peacefully in God’s Heaven Floating lotus You are so graceful Saintly and glorious Till the end of time Floating lotus You are so beautiful Sing me your sweet song The legend of the swan If you’ve never hoped, you’ve never been through despair Ignorance is bliss, it’s easier to never care You might think it’s meaningless to sacrifice a life Sometimes the life of one can save so many more Oh brave soldier Oh gallant warrior Valor to those who died in battle to Valhalla Believe what’s in your soul For death will come to all You shall rest peacefully in God’s Heaven Floating lotus You are so graceful Saintly and glorious Till the end of time Floating lotus You are so beautiful Sing me your sweet song The legend of the swan SOLO: miyako / both Floating lotus You are so graceful Saintly and glorious Till the end of time Floating lotus You are so beautiful Sing me your sweet song The legend of the swan SOLO: midori [guitar] / miyako [piano] ----- lyrics: asami music: miyako arrangement: LOVEBITES (miho, haruna, midori, miyako, asami) album: Electric Pentagram 01/29/2020 ------

[@hassanhussein3793]

Lovebites are the best band around at the moment, they have done a cover of judas priest painkiller which is awesome ,

[@TheKillogicEffect]

Yeah, I have to check that out! I bet it rocks!!!

[@Skarmo.]

They _are_ the best and they would not need to do _any_ covers given the high quality of their own songs.

[@Glynthepin]

Yes, Lovebites weave classic metal styles into their songs. You can hear Maiden, Priest, Slayer, just to name a few! Your enthusiasm for Lovebites is excellent to see. As you say, too many metal purists combined with restricted media coverage means metal is not delivered to the main stream outlets as it should be. Particular in the USA. Imagine booking Lovebites for your wedding. The bride and brides maids, would not get a look in! 😀

[@TheKillogicEffect]

That would be one rockin, kick ass wedding!

[@rainerzufall42]

LOVEBITES have just officially announced their world tour 2024! THE THIN LINE BETWEEN LOVE AND HATE - WORLD TOUR 2024 June 22th, 2024: Cartagena, Spain (Rock Imperium Festival) June 26th-29th, 2024: Vivero, Lugo, Spain (Resurrection Fest XIX) June 28th, 2024: Clisson, France (Hellfest 2024) September 1st, 2024: Tokyo, Japan (Tokyo Garden Theater) September 6th, 2024: Atlanta, Georgia, USA (ProgPower USA XXIII) Many, many more dates in many countries to be announced!

[@VRsMagic]

Asami que interpretación tan maravillosa por Dios‼️ GRANDIOSAS👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@markmathewssgbcpenaltyboxs6389]

Love this song. THis is my favorite band!

[@chriso6719]

The song is from their 3rd album, Electric Pentagram. The ladies and this song are awesome. The video on yt from the 2020 Zepp DiverCity concert, includes Miyako's Chopin piano intro. It was played here at Knockin' at Heaven's Gate, just not included in this video. Whether you react, or just check it out on your own, take a look at that piano intro from 2020. A recommended song you don't have on your channel yet is "Holy War" ,also at Zepp DiverCity 2020.

[@TheKillogicEffect]

They are such an incredible band! Thank you for the suggestion I really appreciate it and I will check that out!

[@OperationEndGame]

Fami’s tone is so beefy and dominating, especially in the key of B…

[@GrayFox14]

Thanks for your reaction. If you love JUDAS PRIEST, then I recommend you check out: LOVEBITES - 'Painkiller' (JUDAS PRIEST Cover) LOVEBITES are familiar with JUDAS PRIEST. JUDAS PRIEST and LOVEBITES performed on the Main stage of 'Bloodstock Open Air' in UK (2018). There are photos of Rob Halford and Ian Hill with Miho and Haruna. Rob and Ian are holding the LOVEBITES Albums.😊 As part of their first World Tour 2024 'The Thin Line Between Love And Hate' LOVEBITES will be performing on the Mainstage001 of the 'Hellfest Summer Open Air' festival (France, June 2024). Also performing on the Mainstage001 of 'Hellfest Summer Open Air' will be METALLICA, MEGADETH, AVENGED SEVENFOLD, MACHINE HEAD. I think that we will see joint photos of LOVEBITES with some of these bands.

[@TheKillogicEffect]

Thats awesome!!! Yeah I'm going to have to check that out for sure, I have no doubt it will be awesome!

[@marks5451]

The 2020 Zepp Divercity version of this has a better sound mix IMO. But it's still awesome here.

[@MistyShea-q7e]

Wolfpack here.

[@Skarmo.]

Wrong version! 😃 Just kidding. This song definitely needs the Chopin intro: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXPLpaSdnr14d5Y

[@metalmark1214]

This was good, but does not compare to 2020 Zepp DiverCity concert with Chopin intro. The mix of Miyako's piano at the end is better at the 2020 Live version also.

[@anthonypowell6234]

But Asami's vocal's are even better on this one, so it's good to see them all!

[@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 (live) - Shadowmaker [OMV] - 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 - 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) 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) * Swan Song (live 2023) (second snippet) 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 - Under The Red Sky - Above The Black Sea - Empty Daydream - Scream For Me - Signs Of Deliverance - Addicted - Inspire - Spellbound - 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. - The Unbroken - Warning Shot - Golden Destination Audio only - Puppet On Strings - The Final Collision - Mastermind 01 - Dystopia Symphony - Paranoia Covers - Eagle Fly Free (Helloween) - Painkiller (Judas Priest) - Love Bites (So Do I) (Halestorm) Fami。covers - Alien Alien (NayutalieN ft. Hatsune Miku) [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) Extras * LOVEBITES Bassist Audition Documentary: THE DIGEST * Announcement "Knockin' At Heaven's Gate" live album and stream

[@rainerzufall42]

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[@TheKillogicEffect]

Well that looks like a good start thank you I really appreciate it! Lovebites is an incredible band!!!

[@TomClark-Futoura]

Why Lovebites, their mgmt. / engineers didn't include the Chopin intro and have the piano and guitar mix at proper levels is puzzling! In any case, what an awesome song and performance with Fami! Here’s the better mixed version with the Chopin intro: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXPLpaSdnr14d5Y Thx, Killogic!

[@metalcrusader6666]

Could you checkout HammerFall - Heeding The Call (Live at Lisebergshallen 2003) HD, they are a swedish band formed in 1993, very old school but modern, and catchy

[@TheKillogicEffect]

Thank you for the suggestion I really appreciate it and I will check that out, we are building quite the playlist, it has been an awesome ride!