BAND-MAID - LIVE IN MELKWEG - Secret My Lips/Dice! Ryan Mear Reacts

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[@JuanSan66]

Chemistry, professionalism, charisma, dedication, energy, happiness... all this concentrated in five small bodies on a stage. No wonder they practically sold out their entire Coast to Coast tour in just a few days.

[@peterz4427]

Just saying, it's been 4 years since this performance, they're even better now! The shows here in the states are going to be epic.

[@melocitysolo9574]

I love how Miku is rocking her pigtails and doing rock star action. And next to her, Misa is in her own world, focused and grooving. I never get tired of watching these two. This video is a world heritage left by Vladimir.

[@Parker--]

Regardless of the band's origin story, Miku just adds so much of the intangible, indefinable magic that she is irreplaceable, especially live and really puts them over the top into the irrefutable top of the list of the best bands in the world playing today, head and shoulders above the rest. She's so animated and plays her role to perfection. She's a hype machine and has no ego to her guitar playing. If it were just Saiki in front it would still be really good, but Miku's energy is beyond infectious. The truest of team players who has the most fun doing the most thankless job but makes herself absolutely vital. Not many backing vocalists/rhythm guitarists can claim to be the face of the band, especially surrounded by such extremely talented musicians.

[@RyanMear]

Well said

[@javiervicedo4201]

Exactly...

[@Davey-Boyd]

Totally agree! Plus watching Miku being a rock star is adorable!

[@DavidMISAMISAMISACook]

@@Davey-Boyd Flailing the "Twin Tails of Death"

[@RA57727]

Agreed, Miku adds a lot to the group and performances with her bubbly personality.

[@geoffb5]

I love watching Miku living her dream. She got there the old fashioned way, hard work, talent, self sacrifice, love, and two bits of luck called -- finding Kanami and Saiki at just the right time.

[@DeanF_MIDI]

"this fucking band" - Ryan Mear, at least once a week. Really needs to be a t-shirt, my man.

[@paulmarks3662]

I love watching Miku go full Rockstar mode. So much joy and energy. These videos really show off her guitar skills too.

[@mlm5150]

Normally I complain about how fast the days are going by. But now I am complaining that they aren't going fast enough. October can't get here soon enough for me. I can't wait to see them live! And hearing about how fast venues are selling out their shows is just a testament to how great they are

[@larryhoopingarner6445]

Miku a rockstar no doubt,think about her genius with words,when Kanami sends her a song like Giovanni,so happy her dreams are realized in such a huge way.

[@mamiackerman_1004]

I definitely love Miku playing while rocking the pigtail po 🕊

[@RyanHeafner]

Bought my tickets for San Diego, it’s a long way from South Dakota but I’m sure it’s worth it. I only discovered them just prior to Covid or I would’ve seen them by now.

[@RTEcalcite01]

There is a huge difference in being able to play this music and playing it at this speed- all credit to Miku. You kind of expect it from Akane, Kanami and especially Misa who's hand has a long way to travel up and down that bass neck. Fantastic video.

[@patrickmagrady3563]

I'm hoping they will come to Chicago Someday. Highly entertaining video. They are each a show unto themselves.

[@jimcarmer1685]

Yes Ryan you can definitely get lost in a trance of Aww watching Band Maid playing their phenomenal songs.

[@realdocloco]

I love how from backstage, their loyal and attentive Daisuke-san is constantly checking if everything is fine. It's great to be able to rely on such a solid guitar-tech (I recommand his interview in the score book) (edit: I wrote this comment while watching the video and of course it's the first thing you mention at the end of it ^^)

[@RyanMear]

Yes, those interviews are great!

[@realdocloco]

@@RyanMear Btw I heard him play during the B-M soundcheck at the concert I attended, and he's a really good player!

[@mickyart]

I feel so much Akane-ized with these videos... I just smile... well, that's it, no more work, I'm going to watch Zepp Tokyo 2018 all over again... Cheers!!

[@nates8548]

Kobato (Po! 🐦) sporting her Aces-n-Eights Zemaitis!

[@wingtang6905]

I am so lucky that i am in one of the cities they will be touring in. Going to them in seattle in Oct. Can't wait!

[@harryshaw9584]

I feel exactly the same as you Ryan, I have seen them live 3 times in 2019. I am a pro musician for many years and acted like a complete Idiot when I actually got to meet them. Band Maid has many followers who are actual musicians, I watch you and the gang on all the reactions. For many of us, the girls achieves something a lot of us wanted but could not get of the ground for one or another reason. And on top, their genre of classic/alternative rock metal speaks to us. Thas why they will have more fans coming out of the wood works, its their whole package. This coming tour will be a stepping stone to the bigger times and we sold enjoy the small venues while we can.

[@DominicKirby1967]

These ladies just make me happy, great compositions, fantastic musicianship and a band having a great time with each other and the crowd. What more can you want?

[@joki5346]

Thank You Ryan, that brings back a lot of memories. Amsterdam was my first B-M concert and I was already in high spirits like a teenie on my way from the hotel to the Melkweg, where I passed a hairdresser. On the big window "OnSet" had been written, so I thought, that must be destiny. The Melkweg is a really cozy venue with a balcony in the back and a good acoustic, as you also can hear on Silly's recording of Onset. I was standing on Kanami's side and wondered what the heck does this guy with his phone on a selfie stick in front of Misa. Half a year later Vladimir and I became close friends, when we met in Bochum and traveled to Hamburg the next day. Another six months later we met again in Japan. Without his support I had never been able to fulfill my dream. I will be eternally grateful to him and hope and pray that we can meet again sometime, safe and sound.

[@RyanMear]

Thanks for sharing that, and I hope Vladimir is doing well now

[@joki5346]

@@RyanMear Yes, he is busy on Facebook.

[@tasminoben686]

Grüße stay save! ☺️👍🏻🤘🏻

[@VladimirChupin]

@@joki5346 Hi Joki! I also hope we'll meet again one day. My Schengen visa is valid until June 2024. It seems very soon I'll try to escape from Russia, I don't want to be part of this madness. For now, I still have some hope that somebody will quietly add some Novichok to Putin's tea, and we'll awake from this nightmare. But the situation becomes graver and graver with each passing day. People in Ukraine are dying, while Russian soldiers are bombarding Kyiv and other cities. What a pandemonium we have unleashed in Europe 🤦‍♂️

[@tasminoben686]

@@VladimirChupin Hi Vladimir, good to hear, that you are fine! Hope, you can escape very soon! And i hope, somebody can stop crazy 'Putolf' very soon!! Greeting from Free Hamburg! 😖👍🏻🤞🏻✌🏻 The World needs Band-Maid, no killing Despot!

[@RobinC63]

Miku living her dream. What can be better than that for any of us!

[@robert-gillesmartineau1208]

Ryan! Greetings from a Shizuoka that is getting warmer and warmer and flowers and herbes are striving in the garden! This definitely a better than usual fancam! Like many commentators said before or will say, these videos are precious because they show their "history" and incredible progress as well as the reasons why they enjoy live concerts so much! I do not know how big the venues will be in the US, but I do not worry. They will work the crowds no end because this is one of their main gifts, not found in many bands, especially nowadays! Tom Clark put it perfectly! Looking forward to more reactions on such videos! Best regards, Robert-Gilles

[@TomClark-Futoura]

Just in case you haven't seen most of the whole show: Melkweg, Amsterdam gig shot by Vladimir Chupin kzbin.info/aero/PLgKDyZaf5HuZX2ymfGGT0RSa0pSroBuJ3 Start at the beginning and let it run. You can also view & download more of the original files, they have better quality: 2018.11.16 BAND-MAID in Amsterdam: photos.app.goo.gl/kaEgdT6fefrY9mDD9 2019.06.22-26 BAND-MAID European Tour: photos.app.goo.gl/xJUcoW4fsoRAidha7

[@rickwagner-]

'Secret My Lips' was a bucket list song for me. Happily, they played it at the Lodge Room in Los Angeles in 2018. I haven't missed an LA show yet, and this year they're hitting my home base of San Diego as well. The members seem pretty happy about all the sold out shows in the USA.

[@littlejimmiejones7614]

I’ll be there and I would have gone to L.A. if I had to. Discovered them early 2020 from someone leaving a comment on a John 5 video asking if he knew of them.

[@user-me6ez7bl8z]

Thank you! Good video! These ladies are so talented rock stars. They makes me happy. I love them. This year I wanna go to BAND-MAID live “Okyuji”.

[@jan-ovepedersen5764]

It's easy to see that Band-Maid are having fun playing live. The rock star moves comes so natural with them :-) Thank you Ryan and also thanks to VC for shooting the video. I will probably not be able to go to Boston or NYC this year because of Corona craziness, but I hope to be able to go to Japan and se them at Nippon Budokan whenever that happens.

[@rossmudie9298]

You can see how much miku as a guitarist has improved from then to the current day, she does far more rhythm work nowadays and is the ultimate rock star. 🤘🤘

[@VladimirChupin]

Yes, you can see and hear her very well in these Melkweg videos. I'm shocked each time I re-watch these videos, how skillfully she is as a rhythm guitarist. She hits the chords in quite unexpected places, and it's all very complicated.

[@RyanMear]

Yes... and to sing sporadically, as opposed to continuously, to me would seem difficult too. Riff, rockstar, sing the note you need to without any lead up, repeat!

[@DeanF_MIDI]

You should watch the "you." video from the same show on Vlad's channel. During Kanami's solo, MISA whispers something in Miku's ear that cracks her up. Plus the performance is excellent.

[@jamie.norris]

Yes - That clip is fantastic and so is that moment. I so wish I knew what was said to see Miku like that. There's a song from the same show I believe, where Misa does the same thing to Kanami and she loses it as well

[@davidbourhenne8540]

I got my ticket for the Seattle show. It's an 8 hour drive but it's going to be well worth it.

[@madsstavang]

I can't wait to see them live either. Please, please come to Europe!

[@foxgod4466]

What a great way to start my day!Simply and absolutely Amazing!! They are perfects! Good react again man. See you in the next 🤟🏻🦊🇯🇵🔥🔥🔥

[@jamie.norris]

Thanks for the reaction Ryan. Having tickets to Seattle and LA, I've been blowing through Fan Cam videos and getting hyped up. Appreciate the work and sharing with us.

[@RyanMear]

See you in LA!

[@jamie.norris]

@@RyanMear - Fingers crossed

[@rizmancorpuz]

I have to start prepping and exercising my facial muscles for all the smiling I'm going to do at the NY concert. I don't want to start spasm in the middle of the show. (See Ryan's silly grin on this reaction😂😂♥️)

[@freewheeler2go]

When I see them in concert I am afraid I will miss so much because I simply find it so difficult to take my eyes off Saiki!

[@stups9975]

You can tell who the Maidiacs are by whoever watches this and has a smile the whole time. Bad audio .. it doesn’t matter .. we know these songs and we are rocking out with them, bad audio or not. Like you mentioned .. the biggest dilemma watching their live shows will be who to focus on.

[@VladimirChupin]

The original is much better than what you hear in this reaction. Melkweg and LOGO Hamburg have pretty decent sound. Paris is almost completely drum&bass, I was standing behind the speaker in a sound shade, with only MISA's amp in front of me, and Akane's drums being like three meters away. Bochum is also not very good in terms of sound. There was a lot of reverb, I guess from the ceiling and the walls. I was in the middle of the hall there, away from the speakers.

[@tttrip]

@@VladimirChupin Your home country is in a difficult time now, but the past BAND-MEID tours you recorded have evoked delight for this year's American tour participants. Good job!

[@VladimirChupin]

@@tttrip 🙏

[@jennyarriola324]

@@VladimirChupin hope you did not get dragged into Putin's war 🙂

[@VladimirChupin]

@@jennyarriola324 No, I escaped already in July. My company helped me to relocate to their office in Rotterdam. So, I'm not supporting the war with my taxes, and I will not be forced to be drafted.

[@204pjfaherty]

I hope that they come to Europe on this tour, at least there'll be plenty of video footage uploaded later onto KZbin. I know that you'll enjoy all of those shows Ryan! 😉

[@darkchiron]

I'll see all you guys up in New York. The footage from their shows look great so I know actually being there will be incredible.

[@Thor_Iversen]

I like how these videos are filmed from MISA's side of the stage, so it's easy to see and hear what Miku is doing. The Pigeon would be an asset to ANY band! Thanks, Ryan.

[@alanstamper4345]

I love them all, but in all the fan cam videos I’ve watched Miku is just a giant ball of fire! So much energy and enthusiasm! Such a great band.

[@me262talon2]

Thanks Ryan!

[@haggaisimon7748]

What a concert without Dice? It must be there. I hope they’ll include it in all concerts in October. Maybe they will throw Puzzle at last! It was long time.

[@Glynthepin]

I often remark with fan cams it really brings home how Band Maid are wonderful to watch. Even if their songs were mediocre, what would rather see: Band Maid as they are here or one of the many four or five established all male rock bands? I really hope the venues will not be too large as for me, this stage and venue in this fan cam is how I would want to see Band Maid. Not stuck behind a barrier at least ten feet away from the stage with disinterested security guards wandering about in the void between the front row and the stage. Even if you could get to the front row. I remember when two of the blokes from Static Age channel went to see Band Maid when they last performed in the US, they remarked on how drunk some of the people were attending the show. Each to their own but I would want to remember every moment and be fully aware of the atmosphere and the talent on stage. Not be fuelled and pie eyed on alcohol which you can do at any time.

[@metalishimo6645]

You can see BAND-MAID live in October! I envy American fans.

[@RyanMear]

We are lucky and thankful

[@RA57727]

We are fortunate but I hope they get to go to more countries- to Dominate. We’re all fans and hopefully we all will get to experience the music and performances.

[@Prophet12]

I want to plant myself in front of Miku and watch her rock out! Can't wait to see them live! This will be my first time seeing them. Come on October!

[@junnimura8382]

Right! But get ready to be drawn to Saiki 😲🥰😉

[@sms95501]

So many fine comments here. And one of the best live videos, which is saying much of course.

[@miqoto]

Misa rarely goes under 4 lives(picks) in a show lol like you said, these videos are gems because you get to see things you might miss! :) akane chats with daisuke whiles shes on rest on the drums, then he comes over to adjust, all the way akane doesnt miss a beat :D @08:11

[@brianallan2408]

I'm sure the only technical difficulty here is lack of banana. When she gets back on her stool she has cheeks like a hamster.

[@lukmanhidayat9742]

Lol

[@detoxdave3395]

You should make a shirt saying "Miku, our little rockstar!"

[@brunobryant4846]

My first songs of the day thanks Ryan and I can't help but be a bit (yeah like a big bit 🤗) jealous of all you lucky buggers in the US later this year🤪😄 I love seeing this band living their best rock and roll lives, just melts my farkin heart🤗 When you're at the concerts Ryan remember to breathe. Hmmm it's a little early here in Oz nah time for a beer and more Band Maid peace and love Po 👍🎼🥁🎤🎸🍻

[@glas.guy6991]

Our little pigeon has fully fledged.... into a bad ass rock star.

[@ThouDailyBlab]

Let's hope everyone who goes has even better smartphones so the fancams for the rest of us poor slobs overseas can get to see great videos...lol

[@yang-it-yin7002]

Although this band deserves to perform in massively large venues that match their level of greatness. I selfishly appreciate seeing them perform in such an intimate setting. I saw them in a similar-sized venue last time they came through and am looking forward to seeing them again in a slightly larger-sized venue in San Diego. I'm sure it will just as intimate. I guess it feels like you are in on a secret when you know this band should be the biggest band on the planet!

[@RyanMear]

Yes, and yes!

[@SteveBalderrama]

Miku brings such great energy and showmanship. And dare I say she might beat Mincho in power stance technique.

[@Studio-Coast_Kid]

Man I really enjoy watching The Maids with you Ryan. It's because your reactions are so genuine, I sometimes wonder if you're even aware of some of your facial expressions. Most fans are aware of and respect Mikus backstory of selflessly stepping aside of the band she put together. And appreciate the positive vibe & scrappy little engine that could determination she exudes. So that no matter what member of the band you tend gravitate towards, everyone is low key pulling for our little Pigeon! Po! Anyway to get to my point; So there is this block from about 8:12 to 9:25 but in particular the 12 seconds between 8:12 -8:25 where you get, what I can only describe as this Proud Dad look on your face. Where you have this proud smile on at several points in that space, and another one of which is at 8:56 on Mikus down stroke just after the pause, it's so real and genuine.... Thanks man, keep keepin it real!

[@RyanMear]

Ha, yeah... you got me. I can't be proud of her, I had nothing to do with her development, but I am aware of the story and it genuinely makes me happy to see Miku just having a blast!

[@paulsmith7062]

I'm with you cannot wait to see them in Oct

[@RTEcalcite01]

Just noticed- Akane dropped two sticks. You mentioned the one that fell behind the drum kit that the gut looked for, but almost immediately afterwards another rolled out in front of the bass drum.

[@pitamaid]

Their live shows are always very fun.😎🕊🦍 AKANE dropped the stick, right?

[@joki5346]

Yes, after she took a snack or something like that and then Daisuke-san picked the stick up immediately.

[@user-px2nt6fd3c]

Yo! This is the best fan-cam live version because of up-closed with MISA and showing how good MIKU was at that time!!

[@curtisrrobles7885]

MISA!!! MISA!!!! MISA!!! 🥃🥃🥃

[@AntonioMellor]

October can't get here soon enough!

[@juanleonardosambitan1380]

Can't wait for the Aftershock really... 💞🥰😘

[@scottmarchant8844]

Heading to Houston to see them! October can’t get here fast enough. By the way I live in North Carolina… They will be so worth it!!!

[@DeanF_MIDI]

I worry about Vlad Chupin these days. He's trapped in Russia and with the Iron Curtain coming back down, his ability to see Band-Maid live again is in question. But most importantly, stay safe and healthy Vlad.

[@RyanMear]

I saw he has at least liked a couple recent posts on FB, so that's good

[@RobinC63]

Hoping he’s able to stay safe!

[@robert-gillesmartineau1208]

Stay safe, Vlad! WE are all loving you!

[@VladimirChupin]

I'm fine. Nobody's bombing Moscow. Yet. There's a Maidiac in Melitopol, a city in Ukraine that was raided by the Russian troops. His name is Victor. The whole city is destroyed, all the shops are plundered by the Russian army and the local looters. A couple of days ago his Internet was still working, although it was only a very weak mobile signal, he said, the cable seems to be broken. He's trying to stay calm, though. He says, one of the strings on his guitar is torn, and he's unable to buy a new one because the local music shop is in ruins. But he says, he still has his bass and a piano, so, he may still support his soul with some music he can play. I pray this insanity will end soon. I have tickets for Washington and Philadelphia. I have absolutely no idea how I will find myself in the US in October, but God is All-Powerful. I saw it in a dream, that I am attending BAND-MAID OKYUJI on October 26th. Was it a prophetic dream? Who knows...

[@robert-gillesmartineau1208]

@@VladimirChupin Do keep us informed!😁 And keep low!😁

[@stealthcabbie1336]

MIKU 🕊🕊🕊 As she gets better, so do Band-Maid.

[@rocotocloc]

The lack of Kanami in the video is the only thing that has bothered me. But hey it's a fancam so I can forgive him, also it must be incredibly hard to focus on any other member when you have Misa right in your face lol I hope you and the rest of the goshujinsama and ojosama (i know "Maidiacs" is easier but i prefer to say it in japanese) have an absolute blast on october!, Europe sends you its best wishes... and a little envy, I'm not going to lie lol

[@VladimirChupin]

You may get a lot of Kanami if you watch LOGO Hamburg videos 😋💖👍🤘

[@rocotocloc]

@@VladimirChupin Whoa it's the man, the myth, Vladimir Chupin himself! Yeah i've watched a lot of your recordings, trying to catch up with the internal "lore" of the band and thus be able to better understand the inside jokes about them. And of course i love watching Kanami going nuts with her "kinda-improvised" guitar solos, she's awesome in the truer sense of the word Thanks for your hard work documenting the Maids career!

[@VladimirChupin]

@@rocotocloc Thanks for your kind words! Indeed, Kanami can easily improvise, she only rarely does it. It's simply not her style. She does not want to stand out so much, she's a team player. BAND-MAID is her arms and voice, five members working perfectly as fingers of one hand. But occasionally, she improvises even within the normal course of the song, like in "onset" when she had to play the solo without a whammy bar. Also, sometimes in ONLINE OKYUJIs she would go a bit off track, to follow her feelings at the moment.

[@patrickmagrady3563]

@@VladimirChupin Thank you for your videos and info. Band Maid exudes peace, happiness and love. They are five angels who shine brightly in a sometimes dark world. Peace, my friend.

[@reesereese2524]

The fan cams are a lot of fun . Vlad has some of the best imo . Here is hoping he and his family are safe in Russia .

[@billb.5183]

There's a fancam video of Moratorium out there where Akane and MISA mug for the fancammer. I don't think it's Amsterdam though. Maybe Paris.

[@silentwood207]

So looking forward for October 29th, Boston. Feels so far away.

[@RyanMear]

Ikr?!

[@Kevin6059]

I would be interested in your ideal setlist for the maids. I'm going to try to pick 23 songs in the order that I would love to see them in my dream concert. It's not going to be easy.

[@RyanMear]

Why would you do this to me at 9 in the morning?!

[@Kevin6059]

And of course if they come out with a new album I'll have to redo it.

[@SilentChaos15]

Every show you'll try to focus on one member but you'll just end up veering to your right if you're not already positioned over there. Lol. Thank you Ryan. Enjoy your east coast tour. If only you could come to Texas.

[@matthewsheffer]

Saw them in DC for the us tour….this is my fav song and I was pretty bummed I didn’t get to see it love

[@enol8603]

Miku seems to be carrying her guitar lower than normal here? Akane drops her stick at 8:25. Akane fan malfunction at 9:00 he was trying to fix it but couldn't.

[@FirenSolaris]

The technic guy fixing stuff all the time :DDD

[@randymcmillen647]

You should see the portion where the band introduces themselves. MISA doesn't say anything except "glug glug".

[@RyanMear]

Lol

[@surfingasongwave]

At 8:11 Akane decides to grab a banana to eat and leans over to her left. She almost misses a hit at 8:17 and you can see her with her mouth full as she continues playing. Apparently her hand got something slippery on it, because she looses a stick at 8:27, and Daisuke picked it up and put it back into her quiver.

[@RyanMear]

Ahh, okay thanks!

[@VladimirChupin]

Looks more like a cookie to me, not a banana. Something small, a piece that fits in her mouth without biting. Candy or a cookie, I guess.

[@surfingasongwave]

@@VladimirChupin You were there so you should know! I just said banana because, you know, reputation.

[@VladimirChupin]

@@surfingasongwave Ha ha 😁 Yes, reputation. But you know, a banana requires a quiet environment to consume. When you're in the middle of drumming, banana is not an option 😂

[@chakouyang2545]

You bring one of ur t shirt give to Kanami

[@VladimirChupin]

By the way. There will be a gift box in the hall before the show, they accept gifts. I hope Ryan will assemble a nice package of his merch and present it to them 😋💖👍🤘

[@5Melig]

Just a second before you said "Miku is such a rock star" Akane was stuffing her mouth.

[@JwLinberg7788]

Hey Hey Hey !!!

[@slyderj8600]

You got to listen to Secret by Lips MV it sounds so much better I think

[@robert-gillesmartineau1208]

Ryan, greetings again! I have an idea I would like to submit to you first: Vlad Chupin who did so much to promote Band Maid is presently blocked in Moscow, and probably for a long time. I dearly hope that the monster we all know and his minions/sycophants leave him alone! IF the October Concerts do happen, you guys/reactors and commentators ought to dedicate all these events, amateur and professional videos to him! Band Maid will be the first to support the idea! What do you think? Best regards, Robert-Gilles

[@VladimirChupin]

Not to me, but to all the people in Ukraine. I'm perfectly safe here, nobody's bombing Moscow, and we still have electricity, water, and food, almost as if nothing has happened. While people in Ukraine are dying every day, and have to live in underground shelters, while their homes are being destroyed by artillery, bombs and missiles. Miku has already posted a few times her prayers for peace on her Twitter and Instagram. POGO! has predicted the war just a day before it has started, and Warning! is a perfect description of what is going on right now in Ukraine. Two powers race and collide, like two cars in that MV, and in the end, they are both destroyed and incinerated. And the lyrics seem to be referring to the spirit of fighting for freedom, which now permeates the Ukrainian nation. So, pray for Ukraine. "I put my hands together, Pray for me, Pray for you." 🕊💖🙏

[@RyanMear]

I'm glad you are doing well, and your words here definitely strike a chord. Thank you

[@ullischuster1263]

At 8:13 Akane bites off a piece of her banana and at 8:27 she loses a stick☺. He then picks it up.

[@haggaisimon7748]

I noticed the the ending of Kanami solo in Dice was a bit different from the studio version.

[@joeseconi250]

I cant wait till October..Its gonna be soooooo amazing. Ryan are you going to the NYC show? I hope so because I'd think it would be so cool to hang. Btw kinda jealous you're gonna see them so many times...just sayin

[@RyanMear]

I'll be there! I want to meet lots of people👍

[@joeseconi250]

@@RyanMear AWESOME.....I want to give Kanami one of your shirts...but I think I'll have to give to Miku to give her because Kanami is so humble

we need a drawing of Miku doing those rockstar moves

[@bryanhallman8183]

Ryan, have you checked out the other 3 songs on the Cluppo EP? And, are you going to do a reaction to Pogo?

[@RyanMear]

I can do reviews....the other three songs are great!

[@lawrenceramirez9503]

Heard you were coming to L.A. Nice brotha.... Watching you watching them reminded me of a kid at Christmas getting his first B.B.gun. named Ralphie. Your smile Says it all. You can see the excitement you have for this Phenomimal Band in your face. I still have that look too after seeing them 3 times already. Oh and if you hear someone yelling out your code name.....Porno Scott.....that most likely will be me...i will buy you a beer or 4 for a moment of your time. I'd like to FaceTime Porno Scott cause he couldnt beleive how much you two look alike and have the same manerisms...mannerisms... his words... So fuck yeah...See you at the show Signed Porno Scotts friend

[@RyanMear]

I mean..... I'm not going to be out there very often so... why not?!

[@craigfenson]

am likely gonna get crucified for saying this, but billy sheehan's snarling tone and attack couldn't come close to the assassin's.

[@TomClark-Futoura]

Meeting the Maids at their LA show was an out-of-body experience for me and something I’ll never forget. They were so iconic-looking and beautiful. I have so much respect for each of them. Moving to each one, all I could really do was say their name, put my fist over my heart, and nod my head while mouthing the words, "love you". It could have been really embarrassing if Saiki hadn't put her fist up to her heart, repeating my gesture. (she is beyond words beautiful); MISA just smiled at me (more than enough considering I was overamping anyway); Akane looked up with her huge smile (wow, what a knockout smile she has in person); Kanami gave me those caring eyes while saying something I didn't understand (I was devastated by her presence and warmth); and Miku just tilted her head giving me a questioning expression (she holds so much personal power and charisma in person). There's something extraordinary about Kanami, Saiki, Miku, MISA and Akane that goes beyond their music. I don't know. Maybe it's their light... their presence... their incredible magnetism, quirkiness and seemingly innocence nature. Whatever it is, I hope they never lose it. I don't think they will because they're also genuine. Anyway, I just slowly backed away like I'd just meet the Beatles. I started talking with MISA and Akane's tech guy, Site Manager Horiuchiv, who was even shorter than the girls - about 5 feet - but so nice and friendly. I felt we were communicating a bunch of stuff even though we couldn't understand each other. It was all surreal. Then an hour and a half later they took the stage and I went back into this “happy trance” for two, super quick hours. Their fan videos are great. Their official production MV are fantastic. The videos of them playing an online live concert are off the chart spectacular! But seeing them live, in person, is simply beyond words. I tried to explain it once, so here goes: Seeing Band-Maid play live is like flying through downtown city streets at Mach 1 in a F-22 Raptor fighter jet with an open cockpit… for each song... 23 times! The power and sound produced by the ladies lays you flat on the floor. Fortunately, with so many happy, cheering people around you, making it to the floor is impossible. What else could anyone possibly want from a Live! I just can't understand why Band-Maid isn't at least as popular as RUSH was, or Foo Fighters by now. But they will be soon! BTW - Band-Maid posted a pic on twitter of the LA event. It shows me looking back toward the mixer about to ask him to turn up Kanami's guitar. What a coincidence! pbs.twimg.com/media/EFxnZf2VUAAKVWb?format=jpg&name=4096x4096 What a night!

[@robert-gillesmartineau1208]

So well said, Tom! Thank you so much!

[@RyanMear]

Wow, nice! I'm so looking forward to seeing them. I've been to a decent amount of concerts, most for bands I dreamed of seeing... but I've NEVER been as excited as I am for this.

[@curtisrrobles7885]

🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@curtisrrobles7885]

@@RyanMear 🤙🏼

[@JuanSan66]

Great comment Tom.

[@nogarddragonkin]

im curious now if you in the us will get to see new outfits or not

[@RyanMear]

Yes, me too!

[@VladimirChupin]

They say they change the outfits when the old ones are worn out. The current ones didn't really have a chance to be drenched in their sweat and washed so many times as to lose their form. Although, who knows, maybe they'll decide to open a new era by then, and commemorate it with the new costumes.

[@JK-tz6kk]

Too bad Band Maid didn't play at the House of Blues Anaheim (OC) rather than the Belasco LA. They could've added maybe 700 more Maidiacs at Anaheim, and have plenty of parking at Disneyland. Going to see Scandal there in July then October madness begins. Sac, LA, SD and Houston. Can you say, "I'll be eating rice and beans to pay for all of this lunacy, Po!"

[@neo-yk7pi]

Hello! If you goes to BAND-MAID live, who will you stand in front of?

[@RyanMear]

.....a lot of other people! LOL

[@neo-yk7pi]

That's right, the front is a miracle ...

[@adjust_fit_0075]

ライアンは10月のLAライブで彼女らに出会ったら、一番最初に何て挨拶するのかなぁ？I wonder what Ryan will say to the girls first when he meets them at the LA show in October?

[@RyanMear]

I am i really terrified of that possibility..... I've never met anyone I respected so much.

[@VladimirChupin]

@@RyanMear I think we will all prostrate in front of them, worshipping them and crying, "We are not worthy!" 😂

[@killiansred1000]

Attending the October 19th show. The resellers, aka scalpers, are charging double what I paid for a ticket. Does the band get a piece of that action? Doubt it.

[@RyanMear]

No.... the fact that people can resell tickets at higher prices...... THROUGH Ticketmaster.... it's bullshit

[@killiansred1000]

@@RyanMear Yup

[@bm4-life]

For the month of September I am going to play *Vladimir Chupin* *BAND-MAID* playlist loop till concerts in October. 😆 8:17 *Akane* eating while drumming.

[@VladimirChupin]

For the best experience, please download the original files from Google Drive. The link is given under many of those videos in the description. Russian-issued credit cards don't work anymore, so, my Google account may revert to the free plan, and all those videos will disappear. I hope people will download them and share through their own accounts, though.

[@bm4-life]

@@VladimirChupin *Vladimir* good to hear from you with all the craziness what awesome contents you have on the Google Drive downloading it, archiving it saving it to the cloud this awesome material should never be lost. Well I got my selfie stick with a Bluetooth remote for my Iphone camera and hope to see you in Washington and kick back and down a couple of beers. 😀

[@VladimirChupin]

@@bm4-life I have found out that Bluetooth remote goes to sleep after a few minutes, and when you need to stop recording, it's better to actually touch the screen. But I have Huawei, so, iPhone may be different. Actually, the links are provided in "About" section of my channel. Just in case.

[@ericifune5543]

Be well and safe.

[@snowdog5895]

I can't wait to see them as well! Is it October yet? 😁 I hope they play SML as it is a favorite of mine, but with the expanse of their catalog over the last couple of years I doubt they will. Dice I would expect them to play. 🎶🎸🥁🎸🎶🔥🙂

[@cats-eyes]

Hi Ryan-san. Are you going to see 5 live shows!?😱 Their live show requires physical strength!😅 In addition, you have to shout "Moe Moe Kyun Kyun"!😂 Are you okay? I hope you enjoy it and be safe.😄

[@VladimirChupin]

If he does not shout "Moe Moe Kyun Kyun" loud enough, he'll be severely rebuked by the Mighty Pigeon 😂

[@cats-eyes]

@@VladimirChupin Ohhhh, Vlad-san! I was very worried about you. I heard that Russia will shut down the Internet completely on March 11th, is that OK?

[@RyanMear]

I do not want the mighty Pigeon on my bad side! I will be loud!

[@RyanMear]

I am, but I couldn't without the help of several Madiacs!

[@cats-eyes]

@@RyanMear That's good!

[@markbaker8255]

Can I get that shirt in 3x

[@RyanMear]

Yes... most of them you can

[@markbaker8255]

@@RyanMear I'm going to see them in Houston and would like to wear this...how do I order one?

[@RyanMear]

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[@TehPhysics]

I'm not gonna lie, I was a little disappointed when I found out they upgraded the Boston show from the small Brighton Music Hall to the much larger Paradise. I was really excited thinking I was going to get to see BAND-MAID in a small, intimate setting for probably the last time ever. I feel like the next time they tour, it will be in much larger venues and you won't get anywhere near the stage. No MISA, three feet from your face, rattling your teeth in your skull. But good for them! I'm glad they are getting more and more popular. World Domination is just over the horizon!

[@RyanMear]

Yeah, same here!

[@RA57727]

World Domination is closer for them. I think of Rush they would play to large crowds yet it seemed very personable. I believe it will be the same with these ladies.

[@robert-gillesmartineau1208]

Ryan, kampai (Cheers, to your health!)! This is on a totally different note. I have been toying with the idea of comparing Band Maid members and songs to a gastronomic repast or a blind tasting. I am not and will never be qualified as a music critique/reactor, but as a professional gastronomy writer I can at least venture into some comparisons of another vintage (or vantage! Sorry for the cheap double pun!). Let's start with fine drinks for the day (expect full meals in the future!): -Misa: a fine old vintage sweet and heady Port wine you can enjoy for itself at any time of the day or after a great repast with a beautiful very dark coffee (or some bitter pistachio chocolate)! -Miku: definitely the finest Japanese sake as it would marry/pair/blend with the whole meal from starters to dessert and you would still enjoy it as a wondrous nightcap! -Kanami: the finest whiskey, or if you prefer a sublime oak barrel Bourbon (you will to thank the French for that!). Actually ,here in Shizuoka we have an incredible whisky (single malt) distillery maturing their whisky in Bourbon casks! -Akane: I would keep her in the company of a fine, full-bodied red wine of my home Bourgogne! You are going to kill me, but it would do fine being paired withe bananas she loves so much! -Saiki: bubbles, definitely, but of the finest quality without the snobbish habit to fall for overpriced Champagne of a dubious quality. The best "sparkling/bubble" wine I would have her enjoy would be a fine Cremant (actually made along the same process as Champagne!) de Bourgogne (again) or a Blanquette de Limoux (the first natural double fermentation sparkling wine created by monks in the south of France long before that overblown Dom Perignon in Champagne!). Now, if and when you come to Japan, I will have you taste the following all made in Shizuoka to make you understand: Shizuoka distillery single malt whisky, fine Japanese sake from 27 distilleries in Shizuoka, splendid craft beers from 25 breweries in Shizuoka and some fine fruit liqueurs to top it all! Next to come a few full meals! LOL (would you believe that here in Shizuoka, we can take you to a full all-American meal? Serious!) Take good care of yourself (ves)! Best regards, Robert-Gilles

[@waynebenedict5785]

I don't think I will get any good footage, I won't be able to stand still long enough! Come on October!

[@danrob31]

Nope still can’t handle fan cam sound, just spoils everything for me

[@VladimirChupin]

The original is much better than what you hear in this reaction. Melkweg and LOGO Hamburg have pretty decent sound. Paris is almost completely drum&bass, I was standing behind the speaker in a sound shade, with only MISA's amp in front of me, and Akane's drums being like three meters away. Bochum is also not very good in terms of sound. There was a lot of reverb, I guess from the ceiling and the walls. I was in the middle of the hall there, away from the speakers.