Maximum the Hormone - Yoshu Fukushu - A MetalHead Reacts - And Fukushu Too

[@donaldcharbonneau537]

I'm really glad you gave this band another chance...again. This song is actually a message from the guitarist/singer, to his junior high bullies and how he decided to forgive them instead of resenting them. I STRONGLY suggest that you react to "Hungry Pride" next, I can assure you that you won't be disappointed.

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

Forgiveness is a powerful thing and bullies are spineless pricks. So, good on the guitar player. I have Hungry Pride on the request list.

[@TheGamingCathedral]

Hungry Pride is the shit.

[@realdocloco]

That's my favorite song of them. And the message ... I love that it is Ryu's sister Nao who open and close that song - very strong and emotional AF. I'm sure that song has already helped a lot of kids in Japan.

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

It's a pretty fantastic song.

[@simonhill4021]

LoL... you're kidding me. I didn't expect another MTH reaction!

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

Me neither.

[@marknippress7410]

The first song I heard of theirs a year or so ago and one of my favourite songs ever. Beautiful and heavy as hell, the perfect combination. Great reaction, good luck with your channel

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

Thank you, Mark.

[@sunrise2986]

First time on your channel. This was great to watch. Your first pronunciation was right be the way "fukushu" means revenge - I guess in a way you translated that with your pronunciation ;) This is a very personal song. In the spoken parts at the beginning Ryo, the guitarist, sets the stage of where we are at - his experience during his second year in junior high (7h grade). The song talks about the long time effects of bullying and the pressure to 'fit in' that comes with being bullied but has its roots in society. A lot of bullying in schools has to do with ones outer appearance and Japanese school rules are very strict when it comes to that. So if someone appeares different from the 'norm' they are perceived as being troublesome to the majority which gives bullies an excuse that they often keep far into adulthood. In the song Ryo speaks of his thoughts of revenge during this time, of rising above his tormenters one day and making them kneel before him. Now that he is grown up, however, he sees the wider problem and notes that being 'normal' is an 'abnormal' state of being because it goes against individual behaviour and restricts people on a deeply psychological level. Although he knows that he still feels the repercussions of haven been bullied so he decides to let it all out in a song where he can accuse not only his tormentors but the society that made them. There is a sense of forgiveness in noticing that the children who made his life hell as a teen did so because they felt society's need of self regulation to become 'valueable members of the community' but its not the main part of the song. In the end its also a hymn to everyone who is being bullied that tells them that while the struggle of being perceived (or having been perceived) as different will most likely dominate your whole life, you can still make it through and what is more: That the lives of the 'normal' people are not much better for they put chains around themselves. Staying with this theme, I would love to see you do a reaction to Dir en grey's "The World of Mercy" some day. I would recommend the live version but its quite theatrical and I don't know how you feel about that so I will leave links to a live version (this one was held without an in-house audience at the beginning of the pandemic and live-streamed to KZbin) and the official pv: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gpubfaZmZr-gpZo (live, with English subtitles) kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpzHpYmsrquCa6c (pv with Spanish subtitles - sorry there is no official upload and none with English subtitles. The video quality isn't the best either but it's still okay for a reaction I think) Have a good day, Sir and Thank you for the entertainment!

[@firstborn174]

You finally found something on the M.T.H. buffet you like. I'd recommend Nemophilla's covers of Zetsubu Billy and Shimi as a example of the influence they have had on the J metal scene.

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

I'm sure they're influential; they're great musicians.

[@tamacro3]

They are playing MV. Because they want everyone to come see them live. So they decided to make fun of those who criticize only in MV. From their lyrics and above Their essence is punk.

[@doobiejones9388]

I'm not a huge MTH fan myself. Though this song Is one of my favorites. But so many of the Japanese bands I really like always talk about what a huge influence they've been on them. So if nothing else I have great respect for them. Great reaction John! Take care!😎🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘✌️🎸

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

Thanks, Doobie.

[@doobiejones9388]

@@ProjectEllsworthReacts that was quick. Didn't have time for the edit. LoL. Anytime brother.😎

[@tackle47]

Wow surprised to see you back on MTH and glad you enjoyed it. MTH is a band that does not always hit for me, BUT when they do they are fucking awesome. I highly suggest you do the 2 MTH covers that Nemophilia did Zetsubou Billy and Shimi. Both songs are covered brilliantly and MTH is not an easy band to find on the tubes.

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

I'll probably get to those at some point.

[@yang-it-yin7002]

I feel you would dig the MTH track "Hungry Pride". It has less drastic shifts and has a killer riff driving throughout a majority of the track. I believe it is worth taking a look.

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

I've added Hungry Pride to the request list.

[@DragonPhlyy]

@@ProjectEllsworthReacts hungry pride will def get blocked fyi

[@eoghanclark165]

Delighted you found a MTH track that really clicked! They're a fantastic band. As for a recommendation, while Hungry pride is being suggested a lot and is a great track, I suspect "Maximum the Hormone" their self-titled song might be more up your alley if you're veering toward their more anthemic side. Just be careful to get the right video, because the earlier music video they uploaded of it doesn't have the full track! But if you're feeling gutsy, react to "A-L-I-E-N" mwahaha

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

I've added ALIEN to the request list.

[@Gabor...hachi.juu_ichi]

Hey John, I'm glad you stick with them. I know it's not everyon's cup of tea but to be honest one of my all time favourite bands, been following them since 2007 and also finally had the chance to see them here in London a couple of weeks ago. To me they're phenomenal, uncompromising, original, tongue-in-cheek and legit. If you’ll ever get deeper into their discography you’ll see it too hopefully. This one is one of their best ever. This is like an anthem to all who's been tormented. So wonderfully crafted musically as well as visually. Yoshū Fukushū (予襲復讐 )... loosely translated as "The Anticipation of Revenge".... it's about coming to terms with the effects of bullying, which was influenced by Ryō's (guitars) personal experiences of being bullied in 8th grade (中2 ~ 中に - can see the writing while Nao sings in the beginning and the end). Also shot in a school building, accompanied by images from the manga book specially created for the album. In fact the whole Yoshu Fukushu album's interweaving concept is somewhat the experiences and effects of school life. Hope this gives you a little more understanding of this song. A true Epic! (Every song is worth checking out).... ....also "Hungry Pride" is one of their more straight forward, heavy tracks worth considering for you

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

I have Hungry Pride on the request list.

[@simno345]

I was at the London show too. Fantastic show. Don't know what they found so great about Tesco though :-)

[@jamie.norris]

It took me a few listens to "get it" as well. But now, a few months in and I absolutely live MTH. 🤘🏻❤

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

I like this one much more than the other two I've heard.

[@eoghanclark165]

Great reaction man, brill to see you've come round to these guys. I won't hit you with a song request since you seem to be loaded up with them already, but I would suggest choosing one from the Yoshu Fukushu album. The last track you rated highly was the title track off of it, so I'd wager you'll enjoy their material off that album more!

[@eoghanclark165]

Oops, replied to wrong video ahahaha

[@throwawayidiot6451]

There is an Australian band which does the switcheroo between styles too, Twelve Foot Ninja.

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

I've added Twelve Foot Ninja to the request list. I believe I have heard of them. Sounds very familiar.

[@beaujacquier2514]

Dude, I was gonna suggest this song but decided against it when you said you weren't going to react to anymore MTH. So glad you decided to give them another shot. Maybe try a song called "maximum the hormone Ⅱ - Let's Talk Menkata Cottelee"

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

I finally decided it was time to give them another shot. And, I'm glad I did. This one was fantastic. I've added "maximum the hormone Ⅱ - Let's Talk Menkata Cottelee" to the request list.

[@Hicks-g1m]

I've never heard of Maximum the Hormone before John but they sound very unique and good to

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

Agreed.

[@DragonPhlyy]

Now you need to see the Nemophila Maximum The Hormone covers, they are fantastic. Shimi and Zetsubo Billy some of the best cover from Nemophila hands down.

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

I may get to them some time. Covers don't do much for me if I'm not familiar with the original.

[@MaxitoBlack1]

great reacction and great culture for give us a more of knowledge.

[@steveratcliffe2181]

Some of the stuff is too all over the place for me. Having said that, I do like a lot of their stuff. Nemophila has a version of Shimi which is wicked. Mayu is at her banshee best!!

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

They are pretty all over the place.

[@Cellyestial]

I'd recommend the song 「F」for you. It goes hard and doesn't have any of the parts you don't like about them. This is an album track though, idk if you do audio only.

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

You never know.

[@TualAgnis]

Try 'Tsume Tsume Tsume' by them. IMO the best one from MTH, but since everyone suggesting 'Hungry Pride' then go for it, that's one of the best too. 😁🤘

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

I'll give it a shot.

[@fredalbrecht986]

Hungry Pride is their best in my honest opinion.

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

OK, great.

[@fredalbrecht986]

@@ProjectEllsworthReacts I like a few of their song's. I get exactly what you mean about the sounding so aggressive then wondering off even for a brief moment. Hungry Pride is pretty heavy and straight forward through out the entire song. "Link" -> kzbin.info/www/bejne/qny9k3ugrp56ja8&ab_channel=MTHOFFICIAL Listen to it on your own or do a reaction to it. I think you'll like it though either way.🤘✌

[@georgeellis1563]

I agree with that statement. One of the few songs they do that is metal from beginning to end.

[@fredalbrecht986]

@@georgeellis1563 Exactly. That's why it's one of my favorites.

[@michaelnichols5777]

Yep, that’s my favorite song by MTH.

[@zodwraith5745]

I think Hungry Pride would be more up your alley. Stays heavy throughout as a more traditional metal song.

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

Looking forward to it.

[@arandommaggot4963]

I remember being pretty upset when you said you didn't like them the first time, but eh, with 8 billion people in the world, there's gotta be that one guy or gal right? And then this happened, and in my head I'm like, "heh, told you so." Idk, its just so refreshing to see a random person on the internet witness what this band can be capable of, and I do hope you enjoy Hungry Pride next, if you react to it. So yeah, have a nice day and God bless! (P.S. I suggest giving A.L.I.E.N a try soon :)

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

I always hope to enjoy what I react to. I never purposely watch things I don't like. That's pretty illogical. Be well, Sir.

[@fauziyanuarian506]

Will you try dexcore - the light, i'm addicted to the song haha for the record theyre japanese metalcore i believe at least in that song lol

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

I've added this to the request list.

[@fauziyanuarian506]

@@ProjectEllsworthReacts thankss!

[@Wirmish]

Next song: *_Hungry Pride_*

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

I think that will definitely be the next MTH song.

[@ralphboyer2538]

I know that MTH has a huge fanbase, so they must be doing something right. Having said that, they''re just not my thing. There are bits and pieces in pretty much everything they do that I like, but overall, I'm not a huge fan. I'm sure that now all of the MTH fans will attack me because of what I said. I said in another review for Asterism that I didn't think they were quite where they need to be yet, and you would have thought that I killed their dogs. Why can't people understand that all music isn't for all people?

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

Because people NEED you to like what they like. It's ridiculous.

[@beaujacquier2514]

Man I love MTH but they are definitely not everyones cup of tea. Kind of like ATR, another band I love that most people can't stand.

[@SkelechickenLives]

It's really strange too. I'm a big MTH fan, but a lot of that is BECAUSE they are so unconventional . Why would you expect everyone to understand or enjoy them? Why would you even want them to? Not all music is for everyone even when it isn't purposefully made to be out there, weird, and a little unappealing.

[@eoghanclark165]

MTH is one of my favourite bands but I fully respect they aren't for everyone. They're such a bombardment of styles it makes sense that you'd like parts and not other parts, since we all have our flavours. Personally, MTH gave me a fresh perspective to several sounds I wasn't even fond of just because of how well they incorporated them, but that isn't happening for everyone. Don't worry, you're being respectful in your comment, I doubt you'll see many witch hunts here haha

[@DWPFishing]

Hungry Pride should be your next MTH song. Even better than this song for metalheads imo.

[@ProjectEllsworthReacts]

That's an opinion based comment.