LOVEBITES / When Destinies Align. Rock Singer's First Time Reaction.

[@hiawatha.g]

After "Shadowmaker" blew the doors off, "When Destinies Align" blew what was left of our minds. It's one of those things that even some fans often doubted they could play live. All they've done is nail it, every time.

[@geerteertmans6697]

🤘🖐 for some reason this is the song i keep returning to. My main interest in music is thrash ( what they have-> Break the wall,M.D.O etc) but this song and Through the Fire and Flames by Dragonforce always get through a day when i feel bad. When i'm in pain i can play both songs on repeat for 8 hours straight, but they will get me through a working day.

[@TheVleckChannel]

Saw it live on Monday. Can confirm.

[@skoob64]

Midori looks even more badass than usual in Samuri armour, a patch over her right eye and a tachi (long sword) on her shoulder.

[@randypeters366]

And lets give two thumbs up to Haruna on this one. As usual, she kicked the snot out if those drums.

[@TheCyberMantis]

One thumb-up for her flawless performance, and another thumb-up for her ultimate CUTENESS!

[@thedocofrock1890]

yes we are surrounded by musical garbage here in the states. in the mainstream anyway. i don't know if i could stay sane without youtube to find really great new music

[@GaryHolloway-810]

Hi Doc. Why is it YT came up with the best platform ever & then run it so badly? None of these awesome bands ever get played on US & UK radio or hardly reported in our Rock/Metal mags. For that at least i have to give YT some credit for giving creators the chance to provide us with amazing music :)

[@thedocofrock1890]

@@GaryHolloway-810 hi gary - i never would have found any of this stuff if not for youtube. it is kind of funny though - my daughter hooked me up with youtube probably about 2012 or 2013 and for the first 4 years i just listened to the music i grew up with. in other words the same tired old music. then came the BAND MAID suggestion out of the blue in 2016 and it was a new game

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@thedocofrock1890 Absolutely right, Doc. I don't know why Japanese bands seem to be producing awesome music whilst the West has stagnated, but it's true :)

[@whirled_peace]

LOVEBITES - When Destinies Align lyrics: It is not just some coincidence It is nothing like reality It is something very precious that not everyone can get It is like a dream, a turn of fate It is what the each of us can bring It’s a chemical reaction, only possible by these pieces Why must someone get in our way？We won’t let them We can go cause we believe Why must someone put out the light deep inside our hearts Can you see？We can create a miracle Open your eyes, we’ll make a new future All of our hopes are in these hands Like a bird flying into a world we don’t know Carry on, carry on This is us, carry on It is failure that has brought us here It is made of our blood and tears It is something very strong that keeps us moving on and on It is love, ambition, destiny It is why we’ve been through everything It is what becomes the reason, shining bright into tomorrow Why must someone get in our way？We won’t let them We can go cause we believe Why must someone put out the light deep inside our hearts Can you see？We can create a miracle Open your eyes, we’ll make a new future All of our hopes are in these hands Like a bird flying into a world we don’t know We will always be together Carry on, carry on This is us, carry on Open your eyes, we’ll make a new future All of our hopes are in these hands Like a bird flying into a world we don’t know We will always be together Open your eyes, we’ll make a new future All of our hopes are in these hands Like a bird flying into a world we don’t know We will always be together Carry on, carry on This is us, carry on ----- lyrics: asami music: miyako arrangement: LOVEBITES (miho, haruna, midori, miyako, asami)

[@ricdale7813]

LoveBites. You will never go wrong. Ever.

[@jawosammadennhier7062]

"Lovebites", i.m.h.o., is just a synonyme for the term "incomparable excellence". Approved by 4 consecutive flawless studio albums. How outrageous for many male Metal bands, whom they put into their places. 😂

[@luisnunes3863]

Power metal is very much about positive themes, courage, perseverance, freedom, victory. See Angra's Carry On, Helloween's Eagle Fly Free, Manowar's Heart of Steel, Rhapsody's Dawn of Victory, Battle Beast's Master of Illusion...

[@pinoypower69]

I LOVE YOU LUNA!!! LOVEBITES BEST METAL CURRENTLY. MIYAKO & MIDORI BEST GUITAR DUO!!!!

[@nicolaspaquay]

My favourite song ! 🤘🐺🤘 You should check it live !

[@DavidMISAMISAMISACook]

Miho Miho Miho!

[@ChadTheDragonLord]

Yes, do a whole concert! That is a great idea. Buy one of their DVDs and then watch it on a livestream.

[@hiawatha.g]

I've been suggesting that to some reactors, but I'd say break it up into a few reactions or streams. "Heavy Metal Never Dies" and "Five of a Kind" are glorious experiences to watch, but honestly, they are emotionally and physically exhausting--and that's just watching! You have to wonder how the band can go that hard for two hours. It's baffling.

[@ckiemnstr345]

@@hiawatha.g Especially since they only take 1 or 2 minute breaks here and there. Now that I have thought on it more it blows me away they put the jackets on for the encore of Heavy Metal Never Dies when they should have already been pretty over heated from the show up until that point.

[@hiawatha.g]

@@ckiemnstr345 I wondered about that too. There are videos of them backstage after a show and they still seem totally upbeat and energized. I'd be a soggy mess.

[@emilyinoregon6967]

@@ckiemnstr345 God, that never occurred to me. You're right!

[@Patrick_H.]

Nice Reaction Anastasia! When they say 'This is us!' they mean it. Besides just being an uplifting positive message, this song is directly about their struggle together to become a successful band as Lone Wolves in the Metal Scene. So, this is kind of the Lovebites Anthem. Many of their songs have deeper meanings than people expect. They have a Trilogy Asami wrote the lyrics for about The Bomb and the events at Hiroshima in 1945 - The Apocalypse, Under the Red Sky, Above the Black Sea. The lyrics humble me as an American and the music really gives the feel of the chaos and devastation - and the hope for redemption and renewal. Music as Art. Still waiting for Epilogue (hint, hint)

[@zeplica2004]

i agree anastasia i must see them one day!!! they are the best metal band in the world at the moment.

[@luisfernandomunoz6315]

Another great reaction. My first crush was Asami but I found out she got married. Then I had a crush on Miyako and found out she was pregnant and had a baby. Now I have a crush on Midori. LOVEBITES is the metal band I wish to see in concert the most.

[@geerteertmans6697]

Since when is being married or being pregnant a problem?😊😜

[@funnyrailroadcrossing2767]

Love this song, lyrics and MV's concept. I hope we get "To day is the day" and "The Unbroken" reactions. 🙏 Thanks for the video 🤘

[@per-erikcharling3411]

I always looking forward to your reactions when you loses yourself in Midori. I like your work with your own songs. Looking forward to a whole concert reaction. Love from Sweden. PS! Check out the live version DS!

[@GaryHolloway-810]

"ICHINOSE" 4 Lovebites.🙂👌

[@TheCyberMantis]

Absolutely!

[@brandydynamite5877]

Wolfpack wants her, it's her destiny !! 🤘🐺🤘

[@krauser8295]

🤘🐺🤘

[@clintashcraft579]

I love how Miyako matches Asami's high note at the end of the song.

[@harrylecreil4892]

You need to check Lovebites "Raise Some Hell" from their 2020 concert at Zepp DiverCity, Tokyo. Brilliant performance! 🙂

[@SpiderWeb984]

Asami/Mao & Steve Jacobs(LOVEBITES producer) produced an amazing new band Lonesome_Blue❗ Hi Wolfpack , let's check them out now🚀Their new single Parallel World is the Best Metal song in 2022 since LOVEBITES' Holy War🎵

[@debrakurenai588]

Midori, the Golden Goddess and Crazy Shredder. 💚🤘🏻🐺

[@emilyinoregon6967]

I second the idea of buying one of their live DVDs/Blu-rays and having a livestream watch/reaction party! 😄🤘🎉 You really can't go wrong with any of the three that are available. Daughters of the Dawn is such a fun show. Highlights for me: Bravehearted, Pledge of the Saviour, Empty Daydream, Scream for Me ("OK, Haruna, give me the beat!" plus the epic guitar dual). Five of a Kind had an amazing version of Break the Wall (Midori and Miyako both make their guitars scream in very different ways!). Plus Raise Some Hell, The Hammer of Wrath, a glorious version of Edge of the World. Heavy Metal Never Dies has Glory to the World, Winds of Transylvania, plus some songs from Electric Pentagram that they didn't play on Five of a Kind (Today is the Day, Set the World on Fire, A Frozen Serenade) Plus Spellbound, a deep cut that is only available on the Golden Destination single. They really have fun playing that one! This and Five of a Kind both have awesome versions of When Destinies Align. Another reason you can't go wrong with any of these live shows is they play M.D.O. on all of them! 🤘 I have the same reaction to guitar solos (and dual guitar harmonies!) 😉🎸🎸

[@mbenocas1390]

Epilogue and Edge of the world live versions are great songs to react.

[@kielanuar213]

As usual, many fan said that this band is phenomenal, i hope they'll be 'legend' now and to future generation. They deserve it.. hail Lovebite. Amazing reaftion sis.👍👍🤘

[@maurosi7va]

You need to do Edge of the World live (Five of a kind concert) next! It's their masterpiece!

[@hboplus1]

Hey Anastasia I Love Lovebites so we can already be friends lol. This was my entrance door to this girls 2 years ago.

[@yeheskielbramti4785]

always waiting for LB reaction 🤘🤘. They have positive lyrics, not many youtubers realize that. Please also react Lovebites - The Unbroken

[@TheCyberMantis]

Have you seen Midori lately? Yeah... we know! Wolfpack is waiting for Ichinose to join us! She is the one!

[@brandydynamite5877]

Damn right !! 🤘🐺🤘

[@RobinC63]

The video of her working out? That is very very…………”interesting!” 😜😜

[@brandydynamite5877]

@@RobinC63 Very tasteful !

[@davidornberg]

One of the tastiest arranged guitarsolo in the metal history?

[@kyles5513]

The duel in Scream For Me is the best imo

[@dg3258]

@@kyles5513 Hell yeah!

[@brandydynamite5877]

Haruna needs her new bass buddy...hope it's Ichinose !! 🤘🐺🤘

[@alekhidell]

After two hours of Lovebites won’t you be, ahem, exhausted? 😂😂

[@christiancouvidou4777]

🤘🐺🤘Haruna ...The cruel samurai will terrify you 🤣

[@davidmartin1186]

Anastasia, you'll be glad to see they are coming to America later this year. Now if only they would do some shows in Australia. Otherwise I might have to plan a Japanese holiday around a local gig. Great reaction !

[@billyboyles]

I love your reaction to Lovebites... And I totally agree, young people need to be exposed to real music with real instruments played by these immensely talented women. Hope they come to Canada .

[@mmcpa]

Amazing ladies. I've been listening to metal for 50+ years, and Lovebite's is at the top of my shortlist measuring up to the greats IMO.

[@blackowl83]

Do the whole concert is a great idea..if u do we will be there..🤘

[@poerever428]

Next please react Indonesia metal band: "Burgerkill 'killchestra' - an elegy" Thanks 👍🏻

[@yukimyu700]

LOVEBITES🐺 coming back soon!

[@dg3258]

What do you even say after a dual solo like that, other than talent / skill that is out of this world. There's simply noone better in metal right now, imho. They are the gold standard. LOVEBITES all day, everyday! Great react!

[@philippecazeneuve4312]

Besy group energy antousiasme elegance

[@LindenHighwind]

If you like power metal, look up Dancing with the Dead by Powerwolf. Also, it's not metal, but I would love to see your reaction to Ghost by Badflower. They write rock songs about some very heavy stuff, stuff that won't be played often on the radio.

[@gomongio]

It’s always great to know that I’m not the only one who needs a cigarette after M-M solos If you guys in the States are waiting for them to go playing there, then you can’t possibly imagine my frustration as a Chilean because my chances of watching my favourite band of the past 25 years are barely existent 😢

[@metalvideos1961]

maybe even 1 percent of black metal or metal in general is about stanism depression and things like that. listen to Atmospheric black metal for example. like Lustre or mesarthim bands like that. they sing mostly about space and things like that. But generally speaking i like more the darker side of metal depressive black metal/black metal/atmospheric black metal those are favorite genre. but lovebites just stole my heart though. they have not released a bad song yet.

[@erwansetyawan1848]

Next react to BURGERKILL X INDRA LESMANA - SUFFER TO DEATH please🙏 Indra Lesmana is one of Indonesian🇮🇩 biggest legend musician.. it's awesome..

[@ひろみっちー]

Midori and Miyako went to the NAMM show in the United States in 2020👍

[@guygourley2411]

Have you seen how toned up Midori is these days? Pretty impressive!

[@pappapata]

🙏🤘🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺🤘❣

[@MissLoonasSpeech]

While I'm much more into Thrash Metal than Power Metal, the songwriting and playing skills of Lovebites are on such a high level that I can say: I haven't heard a single song by them which I don't like - regardless of the subgenre! I also need to see these Masters of Metal and Angels of Steel live asap! (Unfortunately, I discovered them only a few days after they had finished their German tour in 2018.) As regards dark/sad and depressing things (which you mentioned you write about), I recommend the album "Within the Veil" by Fear of God from 1991 which IMO features one of the most impressive/intense (female) vocal performances ever, which I haven't heard on any other album yet (those on Hole's "Pretty on the Inside" and Bathsheba's "Servus" might go in a similar direction, but the musical styles are different) - and I'm not talking about extreme black/death metal vocals (which are, frankly, not my cup of tea). As an example of what I mean, I recommend the opening track "All that Remains": kzbin.info/www/bejne/p3nOnWaor9aIY5Y If you want a live version, listen to the first song in the following clip (which is to my knowledge the only one with good picture- and very good sound-quality): kzbin.info/www/bejne/lV6wfqRrdpiBpZY Sadly, only five years later, vocalist Dawn Crosby died as a consequence of year-long alcohol abuse.

[@dragonslayersox]

As a "rock singer" yourself, I thought you'd have learnt that you NEVER pause a guitar solo! It's like coitus interruptus!

[@MJ-92]

US(of)A has some hard hitters as well, any song by Thundermother, or The Warning, for starters.

[@dwoodwoo65]

??? The Warning is Mexican

[@MJ-92]

@@dwoodwoo65 Go back far enough and no one is truly "American".

[@dwoodwoo65]

@@MJ-92 well then ok you win. You make the Wikipedia correction. It currently erroneously reads “The Warning is a Mexican rock band from Monterrey, Nuevo León, formed in 2013 by the Villarreal sisters”

[@Hamish_Whitehaven]

❤️

[@marcoskazu_]

#Lovebites implodes all heavy metal convictions!!!

[@krauser8295]

🤘🐺🤘

[@pattymeals2395]

Once they'll get Ichinose as the new bassist theyre set to go.

[@TheCyberMantis]

Truth! Wolfpack is ready!

[@brandydynamite5877]

ICHINOSE all the way !! 🤘🐺🤘

[@krauser8295]

🤘🐺🤘

[@beldin2987]

Hi, have you already seen this bassist audition from Aya ? : kzbin.info/www/bejne/nISkimuhl89_qpI i think that girl would fit perfectly into the band, at least visually. She only need the same sexy bass maybe in white instead red 😄🤨

[@gman-Gordon]

For me Aya moved ahead of Ichinose with this performance.

[@ceniminima]

Becareful with Midori because she has six pack abs,😆

[@georges9326]

Enjoyed your reaction as usual... so much fun :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/mImVcnSJntecbNE here is the whole last concert for a reaction livestream.. it will be great to watch two hrs lovebites with you reacting on it. But you must MUST react on Winds of Transylvania LIVE kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5XCoqKmas9kmNU because Midori is a beast on a hunt.

[@maxmaidiac2237]

CAN YOU PLEASE CHECK OUT THE BAND, HAGANE? THE SONG, SUPER VILLAIN, IS SHOCKINGLY GOOD. ALL WOMEN JMETAL BAND. ONE FAMOUS GUITARIST AND ANOTHER SOON TO BE FAMOUS GUITARIST. ALL OTHER BANDMATES EXCELLENT. HAGANE IS A NEW GEM FROM JAPAN.

[@TheCyberMantis]

Sakura Yoshida is really good.

[@maxmaidiac2237]

@@TheCyberMantis AREN'T YOU GLAD I RECOMMENDED HAGANE TO BREWTALITY FILMS 6 MONTHS AGO? HE NEVER EVER MENTION MY NAME FOR GIVING HIM, TOKYO GROOVE JYOSHI, CRYSAL LAKE, DEVILOOF, SAISEGA AND MORE. MANY BANDS I KEPT PUSHING FOR THAT HAD BEEN MENTIONED BY WATERWALKER BEFORE ME. HE LISTED OFF ABOUT 10 BANDS. THEN MONTHS LATER OTHER PEOPLE GOT THE CREDIT. OR, HE EVEN TOOK CREDIT HIMSELF FOR FINDING RAGLAIA. YEAH, THAT WAS OKAY BUT THE SECOND TIME THE WRENCH BULLY INSULTED THE HECK OUT OF ME I WAS DONE WITH THEIR LIES AND INSULTS.

[@vincentwee632]

Better not come to US yet. There's domestic terrorism in this country. The country is in a mess. Also not wishing their music equipment get looted too.

[@marks5451]

I know you don't smoke but I think you need a whole packet not just one after this video. 😂

[@Nanasupriatna2004]

Please react to EDANE - LIVING DEAD... This is Indonesian metal band

[@maxmaidiac2237]

RAMI THE SINGER FROM THE BANDS ,ALDIOUS, AND ,RAGLAIA, IS PRETTIER AND SINGS BETTER THAN ASAMI? DEBATABLE BUT VERY CLOSE IN TALENT LEVEL AND GOOD LOOKS. PLEASE TRY THE BAND, RAGLAIA, WITH THE SONGS, "FORLORN", AND, "DON'T CHANGE YOUR MIND", PLEASE.

[@gitterich]

🤘🐺🤘