My Most Memorable BAND-MAID Experience (US Tour 2022, New Jersey, October 30, 2022)

I went to the American Dream mall in New Jersey, USA to watch BAND-MAID's live concert again before they went back to Japan. This was the most memorable BAND-MAID experience for me so far. Hope you all enjoy and watch until the end! Thank you!
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#bandmaid #Unleash #Memorable
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My most memorable BAND-MAID Okyuji experience so far. The show itself was great and Kanami handed me her guitar pick. I'm glad I flew from California to New Jersey!
Many people have been telling me to go buy a PRS Custom 24 like Kanami's, but honestly I don't feel like I deserve one right now. There's still many things I need to work on as an aspiring guitarist. Who knows? Maybe Kanami can accompany me one day to help me choose my first PRS or even get her signature one when I'm ready. But for now, I still got a lot to improve on.
Thanks for your support!
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My name is Michelle! You will find music / guitar covers on this channel and anything else that I think would be great to share. This includes video games, unboxings, and vlogs.
My Most Memorable BAND-MAID Okyuji...so far (US Tour 2022, New Jersey, October 30, 2022)

[@saikisfang9339]

Sooner or later, people will accept how special this band really is.

[@GaryHolloway-810]

What can i say about this comment other than it's "Bloody awesome".👍

[@virajelix]

That's it! When the time the DOCUMENTARY MOVIE is made, the uniqueness of this band will simply CONQUER and DOMINATE the people's heart, and the memory will LIVE FOREVER, and that really what BAND-MAID is! LIVE FOREVER BAND-MAID!!!

[@saikisfang9339]

@@virajelix Orenje and Wave Potter have some very good documentaries up on KZbin if you haven't already seen them.

[@charlescoleman4017]

Like many of us, I realized how special they were 5+ years ago, just 30 seconds into "Thrill." They have not let me down yet! The bandwagon keeps getting bigger! 🤘🎶🎸🥁🍌🕊🍻🍻🍻

[@jeffreykuska7877]

I promote them every chance I have. I should have a few more fans with me come 2023🤘🔥🤘🔥

[@bmtaju704]

みんちょ ピック&頭ナデ・ナデ 良かったですね😆 BAND-MAID愛 溢れる素敵 映像ありがとう‼️

[@greylocke100]

I'm sitting here watching your video, and when Kanami reached out and touched you, my eyes starting to water. You, young Lady are now an inheritor of a dream. Already you perform your own covers of Band-Maid songs, and you do so very well. Now however, you need to write your own music and play/perform it for the world. And make your name as known as Kanami's.

[@kentamanekineko4339]

良かってたですね😂 あなたの毎日が素晴らしい日になりますように…❤ ありがとうございました😊👍

[@UltraHD.7]

And this, again, is why I truly believe Kanami is one of the most adorable persons in the whole wide world. Seeing her pat your head even got me a little emotional 🥲

[@mr559]

That little moment at 13:52. Before going backstage Kanami looks back at Michelle and raises the envelope up. Reassuring and acknowledging that she's grateful for the interaction that just happened seconds ago and that she sees you. This may be a moment throughout this whole tour that Kanami will always remember.

[@user-or2rb4yp2l]

このシーンは別の方の動画にもチラッと写ってましたね。みんちょ何持ってんだろ？と思ってたら、あなたからのプレゼントでしたか！ congratulations and thank you for sharing!

[@mechanicat23]

I’m pretty sure Kanami felt love in her heart at that moment, when you handed her the card. You can see it. She appreciated it.

[@RsSquier51]

A very special moment for you Michelle.

[@user-rf4dp5ib6z]

素晴らしい体験を共有してくれてありがとう。みんちょが気付いてくれて、本当良かった😊

[@sta-prest]

よかったですね！見てるこっちまで嬉しくなります！

[@MichelleGT]

よかったです😄見てくれてありがとうございます

[@km4946]

Kanami recognized you? I'm so happy for you!! (Patting your head happens between friends too. That's showing affection. Band-Maid members do that to each other, as you know.)

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks so much!

[@user-li1ej3ys8r]

かなみちゃんにいい子いい子されて羨ましい❤ 幸せをお裾分けしてくれてありがとう！

[@patron40silver]

Sooooo, soooo, cool. I wonder why they were booked to perform there of all places? If 💕Kanami💕 pats me like that I'm cutting my head off and mounting it on a wall as a trophy👨🏽‍🦲🏆🤣. Awesome video and thanks for sharing. YOU ROCK!!!!!

[@tnaga0718]

こんな素晴らしい動画作ってもらえたらBAND-MAIDのメンバーみんなも絶対にうれしいと思います。

[@chrisegbertky]

Agree!

[@MichelleGT]

優しいコメントありがとうございます。

[@KazekuroIfrit]

Kanami patting your head and your reaction made me cry happy tears. Band Maid and their fans are so amazing. 🥲

[@user-fb6us9fw2m]

so do I. tears came out🤧

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks for your comment Matt! Yes, everyone is amazing🥲

[@beautifulsky7807]

Me too! Such a special moment.

[@ernestrimbeck7630]

You seemed like a very lovely person, you deserved the head rub from Kanami What a life story you'll have forever What a lucky girl, I'm so jealous

[@user-mt7xi2oi3v]

なんて素晴らしい動画なんだ❣️ 歌波ちゃんも良い想い出になった事でしょう👏

[@estherbrowne2017]

Dont know what to say…just tears in my eyes seeing Kanami-sensei petting you🥹 how i wish that❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥 congratulation🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 girl..the power of Mincho channeling you❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@ponjovi7508]

良かったですね😉🤘

[@user-zg5tl9py6d]

良かったね〜❗️一生の思い出になるね‼️😃

[@Mikupigeon]

You are now blessed..... 🙏

[@GaryHolloway-810]

Wow you were touched by the greatness of Kanami, be prepared to be affected by frequent bouts of MINCHOMANIA from now on.😁

[@RyanMear]

Another great video! Congratulations for Kanami contact! A rare thing indeed

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks Ryan!

[@user-junsei]

素敵な想い出が出来ましたね🎵😉 羨ましい限りです🎵 BAND-MAIDはもっともっとBIGになるべきbandだと思います 共に応援しましょう🎵😉

[@mmm152]

素晴らしいビデオです カナミにプレゼントを渡すシ－ンでは涙が止まりませんでした UPしてくれてありがとう。 日本より

[@MichelleGT]

見てくれてありがとうございます。

[@jodaman1519]

Incredible footage from an Incredible night...I'm so happy for you ..special night for you...from young to old and those in between we love our maids and the effort they gave shows they love us..I'm 57 and felt like i was in my 20's again rockin the night...best rock band ever in my opinion and i've seen many many many of the greats...but you ain't seen nothing till you see the maids & spongebob jammin at the same time. lol

[@orpheus_metal]

What a great moment with Mincho, Michelle! It's like passing the baton, you certainly have the talent so go for it!

[@amatsu-ryu4067]

13:25 Man, what a moment! I adore the whole band, but I have a deep respect for Kanami in particular. Talented beyond words, puts tons of effort into all of her work, and above all, is just a very sweet and gentle soul. If blessings from on high truly exist, Kanami is one of them.

[@jennyarriola324]

Well, you said it yourself: Kanami is proof that it does exist 🙂

[@virajelix]

Kanami is such and wonderful lady, the Goddess of peace, love and harmony; the most gentle and humble musician I've ever known in my life. LONG LIVE KANAMI and LIVE FOREVER BAND-MAID!!!

[@jame254]

I can't chose each have their own talented which I admire in the ladies!

[@brianf2253]

Wow, I am a 40 year old man, and if Mincho patted my head I am pretty sure I would've just melted on the spot.

[@canaldaval8876]

Well, I think is that you should pat her head...LOL

[@michaelpalmer3717]

The stage boss really looks after Kanami - clearly she knows who really is the boss .The goofy, child like persona Kanami has invented for off stage gives her amusing theatre but the real Kanami is a workaholic, driven perfectionist. An enigma. A genius but an enigma.

[@philipcable7518]

Absolutely. I remember there was a time the members became concerned about Kanami's health as she was working herself half to death with both the live performances and production on the album (Domination I believe) plus writing and reviewing new song material. They attended a promotional interview and Kanami was physically sick because she was beyond exhaustion. This was when the work load was reviewed and the management brought in extra help.

[@ytsurfer6042]

How ironic she’s so soft spoken yet she performs like a monster. First time seeing this band and I’m awestruck!

[@Miraie93]

We never thought all female band can play this great as good as male band today. We know many women musician out there can play instrument but only as individual like cover many song to show their talent. But making a song with full band not as good as this band. Band Maid just in another level for a female band. If youtube didn't exis, we would think this band was a normal male band with women as vocalist.

[@rossdelano7603]

Now, you need to complete the trifecta and through a miracle get tickets to see BandMaid at their 10th anniversary concert on January 9th at the Tokyo Garden Theater

[@RyanMear]

I really have to say how great your videos are..... Much better documentarian than myself LOL ... The fact you got footage by someone else for your Kanami trade..... That's just good journalism🤘

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks for your kind words Ryan!

[@user-mh3ot1sb1i]

凄いですねー 羨ましいです。 2公演も見たなんていいなぁ 今回の動画も上手にまとめてあって とても見やすかった ありがとうございます。

[@MichelleGT]

優しいコメントありがとうございます

[@kennogawa6638]

Band-Maid is an amazing group of talented women that genuinely like each other and their fans. What an experience seeing them twice.

[@user-tu4sk8he3w]

thanks!michelle メンバーの中で、かなみが一番人懐こいのかもしれない。おっとりしてて いつも優しい目をしてる。しかし演奏すると一変する。これもギャップなんだよなーｗ 育ちの良いロッカーってのもギャップかなｗかなみはあなたが愛するに値するロッカーです。

[@xsveron1287]

this proves they deserve all the love and loyalty they get from fans cause they turn around and give it all back three fold , so much respect for them 😀😀

[@carlosarchuleta62]

The bands that are coming out of Japan are of another Level.

[@jan-ovepedersen5764]

What a magic moment with Mincho, so sweet of both of you. I would have got completely star struck, and probably fainted. You will have this great memory forever, I'm so happy for you.

[@kinuo_kun]

素敵な体験をシェアして頂きありがとうございます！

[@MichelleGT]

見てくれてありがとうございます

[@larrystoner5506]

Michelle and Kanami interaction = cuteness overload 🥰🥲

[@larrystoner5506]

Thanks Michelle you're a special girl. Btw I went to the show in NYC. Awesome! Take care. Larry S.

[@MichelleGT]

@@larrystoner5506 Thanks Larry! And that's awesome you went! 😄

[@theodorereph8971]

hilariously while walking in the rain today in nashville i came across a woman suspiciously wearing a band maid concert t-shirt from US TOUR 2022 scoping out the brooklyn bowl. Kinda of what i was doing except i was walking in the rain. I stopped and said HI!

[@MichelleGT]

It was nice meeting you in Nashville!

[@1RacerXer]

The Mighty Maids Can now say that they have performed underneath a roller-coaster!😎🤘

[@krash66]

I just love every one of these amazing ladies. So talented and so good to their fans. But, I have to say that Kanami is my favorite. Not only is she a face melting guitar goddess, but you can see in her eyes what a kind soul she is. I hope I get to see Band-Maid soon. So, cool that you got a pick and a pat on the head from Kanami!!

[@drogonr9318]

So exciting. Thank you for sharing. The attention you received from the musical genius and guitar goddess Mincho gave me shivers lol.

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks for watching!

[@wormcacing2373]

Why im crying watching this 😢

[@virajelix]

Because you become one with Kanami and Michelle. You felt what Michelle experience during that unique moment. LIVE FOREVER BAND-MAID!!!

[@SilentChaos15]

So cool. Your interaction with Kanami was so amazing and cute. I couldn't stop laughing. I didn't realize the tech's name was Misa as well.

[@ThouDailyBlab]

Best fan video so far! Well done....i'm not jealous....yes i am....lol

[@muitimotu4443]

日本国内でも、めったにないファンサービスですよ。よかったですね！！

[@Takaonmaidiac]

glad to see how kanami blessed you, Michelle. Keep going to support Bandmaid and waiting for next covers

[@-ch857]

Perhaps this experience and video may have been the catalyst for the new song "Memorable".

[@hiawatha.g]

Immediately after the SF show, I was regretting I hadn't bought tickets to more of the shows. This was great footage. Congratulations on your moment with Kanami-sama. May the force be with you!

[@MichelleGT]

I'm sure next time you will go to more of the shows! And thanks a lot for watching!

[@660dohcnk]

Nice!! and Thanks!! Woh!! You were blessed by The Kanami Mozart!!

[@mashdx]

BAND-MAID愛を感じるすばらしい動画でした！感動！

[@MichelleGT]

コメントありがとうございます！

[@masamiokuno5814]

すばらしい！

[@MichelleGT]

見てくれてありがとうございます！

[@masamiokuno5814]

@@MichelleGT thanks.ギターがんばって！

[@coradesune7537]

Okay this is about the best fan cam I've ever seen. I'm crying here.

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks for your kind comments 🥲

[@keithvincent4]

2013 to Present Day Best Band in the world today.

[@morrykaz855]

ステキな動画をありがとう🤗 歌波さんにプレゼントを渡すことができて良かったですね。しかも、頭を撫でてもらうなんて😮ホント嫉妬してしまいます。 日本では考えられません。 いい思い出になりましまね🤗

[@MichelleGT]

優しいコメントありがとうございます

[@JerryGoNuts]

13:23 OMG!!! I got chills when Kanami blessed you!!! Now I'm teary-eyed and so happy for you!!! Not everyone gets a chance to meet their hero. What did you give Mincho, anyway? I'm soooo curious!!!

[@saikisfang9339]

And this is why Kanami is my favorite guitarist. So humble, yet so powerful.

[@cycast3356]

I won't wash my hair for a week if I was blessed like that too, lol.

[@tungstenwhizard4361]

Man, I would've been more thrilled to be touched by Kanami than to meet any of the world's biggest celebrities.

[@gt1man931]

Wow, to be blessed by the goddess Kanami. I would still be floating in the air.

[@Kissthetoad321]

Congratulation Michelle. Taking such a long plane trip to see the Maids a second time proves you're the most Maidiac of them all. 🙌The reward Mincho gave you for a young guitarist like you should be a source of pride and inspiration. sugoi. So it was you who also offered the pigeon to Miku?😊

[@Nex_Level]

Best footage of the show hands down. I was way in the back and couldn't see anything until I found something to stand up on, which was awesome but holy crap I wish I had got vip. Thank you for documenting this

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks for your kind comment!

[@sanseiryu]

Such a special moment for you. She saw a young girl enjoying their music. She was as happy as you for your consideration. What a moment!

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks for your kind comments!

[@theohof2204]

Dear Lord, that was beautiful - I loved every nanosecond of it! Band-Maid and their Maidiacs - a force that can move mountains. Hope to see the the ladies in Europe (Switzerland even?) next year - we have been without them way too long.

[@markh1085]

WOOW fantastic. Thank you so much for sharing. What an incredible band. They really are amazing. So much more than just a band. More than just music. The world needs special people like this. Love this group. A friend who does not know much about them. He asked me why they are so special. I gave him some you tube videos to watch. Including goofing in the studio blind fold, the band all drumming. I said watch these and when you get it , you get it

[@phaeron]

Great footage, pictures and impressions you share with us here. Big thanks for that! 🙏🏻 That priceless moment between you and Kanami is one that I'm sure you won't forget anytime soon. :) Another proof that these ladies and their relationship with their fans are definitely something special. 🕊✨ Maybe it's because I'm a guy and the ladies are very attractive, I don't know, but never before has a band or an artist captivated me so much from a personality point of view. And from the very beginning, and with every bit I've seen or heard of her, Kanami in particular has captured my attention the most. Apart from being a musical genius, she seems to be a really great human being. :) ___________________ 「 _"完璧なんてありえない" / Perfection? No one gets there._ 」 --- *BAND-MAID* 'Warning' 🕊

[@russellpotter7294]

Great experience. Even for those of watching on video. So pleased you also have a picture of the sixth Maid. Misa who was one of the great crew and did the sound checks. A special, special day.

[@nishikakko]

みんちょ ありがとうって言ってたね 良かったね😊

[@user-hz2or7fm5l]

ありがとう😋👍🇯🇵

[@MichelleGT]

見てくれてありがとうございます😄

[@WavePotter]

That was so awesome! Your hard work and kindness is really paying off! Also, was that Jonathan Lane right behind you?! 😄 Such an amazing band and community.

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it. lol yes, that was Jonathan behind me

[@WavePotter]

@@MichelleGT Part of me wonders if BAND-MAID named their new song after this video title...

[@nyarenyare1496]

バンドメイドに対する愛情と、かなみの優しさが伝わるとっても素晴らしいビデオですね！❤

[@MichelleGT]

優しいコメントありがとうございます

[@wave8359]

Funny how thrilling it is to see someone else (Michelle) so delighted !!-----Michelle must have , sympathetically brought a thousand others such rare pleasure too ! Lovely to witness a moment of such warmth .

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks for your comment, glad you enjoyed it!

[@word4you]

感動的なシーン🥲 今までで最高の、そして、これからの人生でも一番の思い出になりましたね！❤ Michelleさんのギタープレイかっこいい！日本のお給仕にも来てください、みんなで待っています(^^)/

[@MichelleGT]

優しいコメントありがとうございます🥲

[@edwardmcalister8743]

You are a LUCKY girl!!! I wish I was young like you and had the energy to be down front, but alas I am an old dude. At the Dallas show, I enjoyed my favorite band from the peaceful confines of the seated. Band-Maid rules, no matter what the age. Keep rockin!

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks for your comment Edward! Happy to hear that you had fun at the Dallas show

[@mkoose]

I was not there but never the less I got tears in my eyes. Happy for you. Thanks for sharing this amazing moment with us.

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks for watching!

[@-tamayura-8977]

This story was destined to happen the moment you found BAND-MAID and met them. That's great. 🎸

[@casadeserena355]

Very special footage, dramatic and emotional. Some nice POV, and even there're 'po' cameos. Thanks for sharing wonderful experience

[@bruceveary1758]

Intelligently shot, creatively edited...all in all, one on the best videos out there from Band Maid U.S. Tour Number 3. It was so wonderful to see you anointed by Kanami. None of the other Maidiacs are the least bit jealous or envious of you. Now, if you will excuse me, I have to go into the next room and close the door, so that I can scream and weep without interruption....

[@exit1368]

😂👏

[@henry6782]

One day on the same stage rocking together. Now that would be interesting 😎

[@hamadataro5969]

You are so lucky! Thank you for uploading the great footage 7:18 I love KANAMI’s little cute dancing

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks for watching!

[@mega-talin]

oh my gosh that gift exchange was the most wholesome thing I've ever seen

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks for watching!

[@mega-talin]

@@MichelleGT thanks for sharing your experience 🤗🤗 it was a very fun adventure

[@sixtofive]

I'm very happy for you, what a truly wonderful experience! I was able to go in Chicago and it is a memory I will never forget.

[@user-tw8uf3ql9l]

カナミから貰いましたありがとうございます😊

[@davidcampbellii6342]

Now that moment is truly awesome! Thanks for sharing your experience! Fantastic 🤘

[@feldway2201]

It's the perfect ending to the clip.💕🕊️

[@sean1728]

In spite of struggling to not be perpetually overwhelmed by a world gone mad with darkness, this band of ladies remains a blinding, bright antidote to it all for me. And, while I was unable to secure tickets for my own area's show, watching this actually had me shedding tears of pure joy for the sheer happiness that it brought you. Arigatogozaimasu, Michelle, for sharing it.

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks for your comments Sean!

[@frankfernandez7685]

It was such a joy to watch. I want to thank Michelle for sharing such a beautiful moment with the world.

[@MichelleGT]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@jkkansasband7056]

Thanks Michelle. That was a great compilation. I met you in the elevator at the hotel the next morning. Also you caught on video when Miku jumped from the stage to hand a pick to the girl standing next to me and then Miku shook my hand! An Awesomazing evening for sure. Peace.

[@MichelleGT]

I remember that morning, "Go band-maid!" 😆 I'm happy that you enjoyed the video and saw when Miku shook your hands! Take care

[@jkkansasband7056]

@@MichelleGT 🤘🏻❤🔥🎸🥁🎤Until the next BAND-MAID show!!!!! Hopefully sooner than later.

[@yang-it-yin7002]

That's awesome!!! That was an experience that you will carry for a lifetime and it is beyond price. Love that you where able to experience it. I also love seeing all the double take looks on the faces on the security guys at all the US shows when the first get a taste of this great band.

[@mechanicat23]

Oh ya! I can’t remember which KZbin video it was, but at Aftershock one of the guys standing guard in front had THE BEST turn-around and expression when the music really kicked in.

[@philipcable7518]

Wow!! I'm guessing if you weren't a fan you are now. Miku jumps off the stage at around 13.40 and I almost had a heart attack she really has a handle on those platforms she wears.

[@bintangdeasmara9947]

Did you forget Miku has wings Hahahaha

[@jimmoriarty8235]

God bless you girl..🔥🔥🔥 I hope someday you'll be a great guitarist like her, our one n only kanami 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 #bandmaid #takeovertheworld

[@BAND-MAID-USA]

This is by far the BEST BANDMAID fan video ever. When Kanami greeted you I got tears for you. I wish so bad to see more women at their shows in the future. If I knew the stage would be like this in NJ I woulda flown up for the show. We got no shows anywhere near Miami area.. Thank you for making such a great video..

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it!

[@sheldoncooper8199]

My God they Joy in Miku s Face during that Freedom guitar Part means All the World to me. She Really Loves being in this Band.

[@user-me6ez7bl8z]

Amazing BAND-MAID! Your smile makes BAND-MAID fans happy.

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks so much 😄

[@ST-ez2ky]

What a great moment!!! I envy you!

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks for watching!

[@michaelmunno]

great video Michelle! thank you for all the hard work. it was so nice to meet you and your parents in NJ! (crazy man with the Stetson here. :P ) I really enjoyed getting to talk to you and both of your parents were so kind to me. it was like we were old friends somehow, all born in the same year and everything lol. say hello to them and keep rockin' and shreddin' I have only watched a few MVs so far, but I will watch more soon. It was nice to see even a deep purple bass cover! nice. Let's go F#*$&n crazy!! haha. glad to see you had a great time at both shows. boo, I missed the afterparty!!?! very sad. looks like y'all had a good time after the show too. where was that? and OMG btw, you captured the moment Miku grabbed my hand and said bye bye too! wow, thank you!!

[@mogaman28]

I saw you there (or your hat at least)! I was like 2 or 3 rows behind you.

[@michaelmunno]

@@mogaman28 awesome! haha., hope you enjoyed the show! the sound was sooooo much better than I expected when I first walked around the place early that morning. So happy they had a good show there. Akane mentioned they want to come back they loved the rides haha.

[@MichelleGT]

Glad you enjoyed the video Michael! You're very kind and it was also nice meeting you in NJ! I will for sure tell your friends that you said hi 😆. We went to Redds after the show, it was a coincidence that we went to eat dinner at the same place lol!

[@michaelmunno]

@@MichelleGT aha! very lucky, I don't even know where Reds is, I had no idea anyone was doing anything after, I feel old, I just went home rofl.

[@virajelix]

Thank you so much Michelle; I really appreciate your experience; indeed, most memorable one! We love BAND-MAID!!! LIVE FOREVER BAND-MAID!!!

[@MichelleGT]

Thanks so much for watching! I'm glad you enjoyed it 😄 And yes, Go BAND-MAID!