STONE TEMPLE PILOTS Manager Reacts to LOVEBITES!

This is Steve Stewart's reaction to watching LOVEBITES / We The United [Official Live Video taken from "Knockin' At Heaven's Gate - Part II"] for the first time.
Steve Stewart has more than 25 years of professional experience in the music, and new media industries. He is the former personal manager of Grammy Award winning, multiplatinum alternative rock band Stone Temple Pilots. Under Steve’s management, the band’s worldwide record sales exceeded 25 million records, generating more than $500 million in gross revenues.
As CEO of Steve Stewart Management, he secured lucrative major label record and publishing contracts on behalf of approximately 20 recording artists with companies such as Sony Music, Warner Bros. Records, Atlantic Records, Capitol Records, Disney’s Hollywood Records, A&M Records, Geffen Records, Elektra Records, American Records, Maverick Records, EMI Music Publishing, Famous Music Publishing, Rondor Music, Warner Chappell Music Publishing and Universal Music Publishing.
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[@boyzyu]

People complain when they don't move enough on stage, and when they move, they're now "structured" ? I guess you can't please them all...

[@user-le5hk1pl6j]

STEVE LOOKS PART ASIAN? MY GUESS NOT JAPANESE BUT PART KOREAN. 😉😉😉

[@TheCyberMantis]

@@user-le5hk1pl6j That might explain the bias.

[@TheCyberMantis]

I think the word he was looking for was "choreographed". Which I don't have a problem with. If they just ran around up there, they would be bumping into each other constantly. Which would be silly. Some people just gotta nit-pick. Instead of focusing on all the positive elements, he digs down to the bottom of the barrel to try and find something negative. Not cool.

[@boyzyu]

@@TheCyberMantis Absolutely !

[@SatryaNouvanda]

every band own their listener personas. Lovebites accurately fit on my persona.

[@fikryhasan5225]

Maybe what he meant by "structured" is that this band is too good for him and he regrets he didn't get this kind of band for him to manage.

[@13uomini]

The Japan people are maniac in their job and all the movement are studied to have the better sound quality and the visibility for all the crowd! Ah, they are spontaneous because their skill level is absolutely awesome, the others bands have to added something more, like the movements!

[@1970Phoenix]

Asami's little giggle at 7:45 gets me every time. It's just so cute.

[@gatograto]

Yes, indeed.

[@SatryaNouvanda]

it's make it perfect.

[@gatograto]

@@SatryaNouvanda Yes, it surely does.

[@marcinpopawski8199]

This giggle was planned and structured 😂

[@gatograto]

@@marcinpopawski8199 Lol, I like that. lol

[@kielanuar213]

Again, thanks bro for introducing Lovebites to your friends. 👍🤘

[@ChrisPage68]

The only boxes they check are supreme musical talent, showmanship, charisma, audience engagement and compositional excellence. 🤘🔥🇯🇵

[@1970Phoenix]

They also tick the "eye candy" box for me, but I'm shallow.

[@michaelafrancis1361]

A tour manager in the entertainment industry who criticizes a band for being too "structured"? Remind me not to hire him!

[@bargenmark7]

He’s a creep. Horrible man.

[@Swamp_Duck_Song]

Better make a reminder to yourself not to write any more crap like this. And stop attacking a person whose objective opinion seems to be a torture chamber for you. No one has to adjust to you and tell you what you want to hear just to keep you in a good mood.

[@heavymetalrules-ws1ro]

@@Swamp_Duck_Song another fake account i see, mr. ingopek.

[@Swamp_Duck_Song]

@@heavymetalrules-ws1ro Who are you talking about? Who's Ingopec? That doesn't tell me anything.

[@heavymetalrules-ws1ro]

@@Swamp_Duck_Song sure ingopek, whatever you say.

[@CaffeineNightOwl]

it may not be after his taste of music, but as a pro he should know: if you want to play fast and precise on that level and move around onstage, you cannot be spontaneous. that guy should know that.and that he doesn´t recognize the insane quality of that performance with that great output of positive energy, doesn´t speak for him.

[@stand.and.deliver.5]

With Stone Temple Pilots he comes from the grunge era, he is not used to see positive energy on stage 🤔

[@bishopsteiner7134]

@@stand.and.deliver.5 or technical musicianship. STP is a great band and all, but you can't compare Nirvana, STP, even Soundgarden or AIC, or new bands like the Warning, all of whom are (or were) amazing.... to the concentration this level of speed, precision and technicality demand. Also "playing fast and loose" is part of the Rock n Roll and Grunge swagger, usually, so you seldom see the same level of perfection to the playing (though I will give the Warning credit for indeed being very on point, though nowhere near as technical). I think that is one of the other aspects for me that makes Band-Maid my top Japanese band ( and a top 5 band overall for me, with Lovebites is a very close #2 for Japan), is they manage to combine both aspects pretty damned well.

[@stand.and.deliver.5]

@@bishopsteiner7134 I listened to STP and Soundgarden quite a lot in the 90ies when I was a teen. And still like Chris Cornell‘s voice. And was at the Warning concert last weekend. LOVEBITES and THE WARNING are my favorite bands for the last 3 years. Both for very different aspects of music.

[@TheCyberMantis]

Maybe this guy would prefer the musicians get hammered, then run around on stage randomly bumping into each other. PANTERA used to do that kinda thing. 😆

[@randypeters366]

He likes musicians that get so effed up they never wake up

[@1970Phoenix]

I just don't get the criticism of their on-stage choreography. They're putting on a show to entertain the audience, which they clearly do brilliantly. I've seen many a Western band include choreography into their performance. Some musicians take this to an almost absured level (e.g. Alice Cooper). Good choreography ADDS to the performance - it doesn't detract from it. I just don't understand what his issue is, especially when he clearly enjoyed the performance.

[@user-le5hk1pl6j]

STEVE WOULD LIKE KOREAN BANDS MUCH MORE. I DON'T THINK HE LIKES JAPANESE BANDS.

[@TheCyberMantis]

@@user-le5hk1pl6j You might be on to something.

[@faintsmile88]

Love Lovebites 🐺🤘🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@warfossil]

People like that are so used to being fake that they think all talent is somehow never from grassroots.

[@Kaido_Pius]

Interesting comments. LB are really where they should be - at the bottom of the music industry. Not without the help of their fans, who by their behaviour and aggression only contribute to the fact that they will never shine on big venues and stadiums. And what would happen if Steve read your bile and made LB's US tour as uncomfortable as possible? I think he has the right connections, and thanks to you he could really mess up the goddesses' lives big time

[@heavymetalrules-ws1ro]

@@Kaido_Pius it's inpopek again, with another fake account

[@warfossil]

@@Kaido_Pius Yawn.

[@orwgala9492]

in the end we all know this song will be his favorite !!! :D

[@rednab2001]

Rock and heavy metal music is basically musical theater. Growing up with groups like KISS, much of a concert was very well choreographed. In order to have a big stage show complete with lights and pyrotechnics, it needs to be somewhat choreographed, or someone is either going to get hurt or won't be in the correct place for lighting. Nothing pisses off a lighting crew like being unable to find the correct person to spotlight because they are running around with their hair on fire. I was a musician in the 80's, and my band also had a certain amount of choreography that was picked out for certain times with certain songs. The 90's era grunge bands couldn't hold the guitar cases for their 80's rock/metal predecessors. They sounded like bad 80's garage bands. If someone's experience is 90's and later, then they may not understand the theatrical roots of this music genre and the need to have a well-choreographed, well-oiled machine. You wouldn't want to go see a Broadway show that was not choreographed, and many people don't want to go see a band that is not doing the same. If you want to see a group of guys in torn jeans and flannel shirts, there are plenty of bad garage bands all over the world you can probably watch practice for free. I pay to see the show!

[@user-oo4ee4bw8i]

great reaction !! tks. lovebites!!

[@aldomattera2043]

With all the esteem, the problem is that it is not appropriate to make the lovebites known to those who have never heard them through this song, which is atypical in their style and moreover it is presented in order to be the spectacular conclusion of a long concert , in order to greet the public with great theatricality. I think that this group should be introduced to those who do not know it through songs that fully represent their creativity and technique, and there are many. Even me, fierce fans of the lovebites, I would have had doubts if I had heard this song for the first time.

[@whirled_peace]

LOVEBITES - We The United lyrics: The silent dawn has been broken Our fate has now been decided for good Innocence can never be regained Blissful ignorance turns into guilt and shame We must first learn to give and understand That no one is able to live alone There is no need to be perfect Everyone has their own problems and faults Everything is indispensable, Every person is worthy and valuable Don’t give up on your life, fight for what’s right Live on and keep searching for answers We shall go forth Prideful, we stand united We can create miracles Always, there is a way SOLO: both Humans are greedy and selfish Wanting attention more than the respect Recognize the pain that others hide Have the strength to fight even for someone else People who’ve never made real enemies Have never stood up for what they believe We shall go forth Prideful, we stand united We can create miracles Always, there is a way Always, I will be here Always, we will be there ----- lyrics: asami music: Mao arrangement: LOVEBITES (miho, haruna, midori, miyako, asami) & Mao album: Clockwork Immortality 12/05/2018 -----

[@greygreen5610]

this guy talks out of his arse, probably jealous he never managed any band this talented. grunge music was miserable, the japaneses are a happy people mostly and it's wonderful to see so much smiling on stage and band mates that actually like each other

[@PaleHorseShabuShabu]

You sound bitter. Jealous he never managed a band this talented? Highly doubtful. STP made more money and played larger venues than LOVEBITES has. That’s more likely his focus.

[@powertothebauer296]

@@PaleHorseShabuShabu yes they make more money play larger show , but that doesn't mean their are good musicians or , look at Nirvana , no they fit in the Zeitgeist in America , and don't forget right now America hates Pretty and feminine women, they like Girl boss who looks like men.

[@Swamp_Duck_Song]

@@powertothebauer296 Do they really hate beautiful women in America? If that's true, I can only sympathize. But you have no one to complain to, you have driven yourself into this situation, indulging the whims of various human rights organizations. On the other hand, by defending Lowbuts you are trying to damage the image of STP, although these musicians have nothing to do with the video. Stop lashing out at anyone who doesn't fully admire your favorites. You are starting to resemble teenagers who are into K-pop more and more, they too are hurt by every word that they think insults their idols.

[@user-le5hk1pl6j]

@@Swamp_Duck_Song IT WAS UNFORTUNATE THAT SOMEONE SAID THAT GRUNGE WAS BAD MUSIC. THE FIRST DAY MTV PLAYED STP I WENT OUT AND BOUGHT A "STANDARD OIL CO HAT" THE LOGO WAS "STP". I WAS GIVEN DIRTY LOOKS BY THE HIPSTERS AT TOP COFFEE SHOPS. IT TOOK 2 WEEKS FOR THEM TO CATCH ON TO STP. IT WAS A BIG RACECAR SPONSOR. I COULD HAVE DRIVEN A RACECAR BUT NEVER PILOTED A STONE TEMPLE, HA HA. PLEASE RETRACT YOUR NAME CALLING AS IT HURTS THE PEOPLE THAT LOVE BOTH STP AND LOVEBITES.

[@powertothebauer296]

@@Swamp_Duck_Song first of all STP were only big in America the rest of the world barely know them , I can even not identify one song of them if I would hear it on the radio, even I have known the Name.Grunge is a typo they come up with to sell this garbage former known as punk/punkrock, and as history taught us , you don´t need to know how to play an instrument, to play this "music" making noise was enough.you said STP make more money and play bigger shows, you brought them in not me.And there no human rights organizations, only organizations to push their own Agenda.Second I did not try to damage the reputation of STP they didn't have one where I live. nobody knows them, and can‘ t name song.And you are the one who humiliates a band.so I answered to your garbage you wrote , even most of it has nothing to do with my post. get some ball and grow beard, mama‘s boy

[@justiceforall3973]

There’s so much talent in Lovebite, his brain couldn’t fathom what was going on…. 🤷🏻‍♂️ 🐺❤️All day 🐺❤️All night….

[@gitterich]

The man is the manager of Stone Temple Pilots! I know this band. These bands were formed at the end of the 80s because they originally didn't like classic rock and heavy metal. Just alternative rock. How can a man like that like 80s heavy metal played by young women from Japan? Steve Stewart probably saw women in beautiful dresses for the first time in his life today. I am one of the few heavy metal fans who also liked the grunge era. That is rare. I therefore have sympathy for Steve. It's not easy for him ...🤘🤠🤘

[@eatsmylifeYT]

Steve obviously isn't familiar with the Japanese mindset. Their culture is all about structure and expectations. At least, that's all he complained about, unlike certain guests who were too big for their britches. My favorite guest so far has been Snake.

[@user-le5hk1pl6j]

STEVE PROBABLY LIKES KOREAN BANDS MORE THAN JAPANESE BANDS. I AM GOING TO TAKE A GUESS AND SAY STEVE IS PART ASIAN BUT DEFINETELY NOT PART JAPANESE.

[@Oldmarty]

Many of his guests have something to do with the music business, but no idea about music. From time to time I had the feeling that they were there for the catering.

[@stand.and.deliver.5]

@@OldmartyI remember one lady, who was there for selling T-Shirts and had an aversion to guitar players 😉

[@eatsmylifeYT]

@@user-le5hk1pl6j I was thinking the same thing!

[@eatsmylifeYT]

@@stand.and.deliver.5 I think the only female guest he had that I liked was Mixi, the vocalist from Stitched Up Heart. All the others were condescending biatches.

[@Hadesillo]

Hmmm what Steve probably means is that he isn't into the choreography thing, because they choreograph what they do on the stage.

[@andreaspedersen3952]

For those who have seen backstage videos, it's kind of usual for Japanese bands to use some sort of choreography. Especially when recording live-videos, just to get the best shots etc.

[@PaleHorseShabuShabu]

He’s not wrong, though. From a physical perspective, this is largely the same performance they had in Five of a Kind, only that venue had a ramp.

[@heavymetalrules-ws1ro]

@@PaleHorseShabuShabu have you seen the scorpions live, they have been doing the same thing on stage for over 40 years, same with Kiss. so what do you want them to do

[@ricardo__jr]

Don't want choreography? Go see a punk band. They are the only bands that don't do choreography. There isn't a single rock band in history that hasn't done stage choreography. It even surprised me that he said that. Maybe because I had to criticize something.

[@PaleHorseShabuShabu]

@@heavymetalrules-ws1ro I’ve never seen The Scorpions, but I did see KISS in the late 90s. I’m not saying it’s bad to have choreography, damn near every band and group does it, just that this guy isn’t wrong when he says this is largely choreographed. That it’s an issue for this guy is a bit odd; maybe a different song would have been better.

[@marcinpopawski8199]

This song is not classified simply it is the ANTHEM of LOVEBITES & WOLPACK _WE THE UNITED_ beyond contest 😎. ❤🎤🥁⭐🎸🎸🎸 🤘🤟🐺 In my opinion all is structured especially spontaneous behaviour of the crowd 😎. The audience has been practicing all elements at least for two months. By the way the time when UK and US and West held the torch of rock and metal passed 😎. Like one of youtubers said US invented rock, UK developed it and at the end Japan perfected it 😎. Yes in Japan all is better ordered but doesn't mean not spontaneous. 😎

[@redguern]

Steve is like the majority of Americans who, even though they have worked with some of the biggest artists, do not know that there is a world of talent out there. It is incredible how they all live under a rock. Some of the world's greatest artists are completely alien to them. At least you are trying your best Joel. Perhaps not the best introduction to Lovebites, A Frozen Serenade would probably have been better, but a good excuse to get him back for another Lovebites reaction!

[@mmcpa]

I think Joel's choice of this song being an introductory song for Lovebites is simply not a good choice. This song is for those who truly know Lovenbites, and what this song means. So many better initial choices to make, like "Judgement Day", "The Hammer of Wrath", "Set the World on Fire", etc.

[@rolandkarlsson7072]

He has a point. They are structured. They actually do the same thing today for the same tune as they made maybe 5 years ago. Even the basist do that same thing as the previous basist did. If you look at the older version of "We are united" then you can see everything here made again. It is quite skilled to see this from only one look. This is how Lovebites do it, and I love Lovebites. Maybe I would love Lovebites even more if they surprise us? Who knows? What I think he is missing though is that the main thing with Lovebites is their unearthly skills and their catchy songs. Unfortunately, this song is a bit tricky to use as a first song. Just because there are no very clear solos. This is a feelgood song without any show offs.

[@PittDaddy]

This particular song is very structured on stage on purpose. It's the final song of the set and they are giving everyone a "Bow" in a sense, M&M are playing together which they rarely do. Asami going up to put her arm around Haruna. All the ladies coming to their ego boxes for a final bow. And the song is the anthem for the band with the Wolfpack. It's a fun song, but doesn't really show off their massive talent. Far better songs for first impressions would be The Hammer of Wrath, Thunder Vengeance, Set the World on Fire, and of course Holy War. These show off the skills each has.

[@buccanero]

Any artist that charges $100, $200, $300 for a ticket better bring their A-Game to the show!! No half-assed effort from Japanese artists. The "rock/metal has to be slopy" creed is nothing but an excuse. If your artists are going to charge their fans tons of money for a ticket they better deliver! That's what bands like Lovebites, Band-Maid, Mary's Blood, Nemophila and others do. They prepare themselves and put in the work and it shows when they play live. Korean bands are doing the same. It's time for western bands to follow suit!

[@ericsaari2901]

That felt pretty random for me, their movement on stage and interactions. I'm sure Asami plans to come to the center when the solo is ending, and you can see her queuing up to do that as the solo finished. For sure, all of that is planned. As this is an encore finisher and an anthem, I'm also sure some things like Asami going to stand behind Haruna was planned. They have done that before in this song. Thing is, you can't fake emotion and have that be and look real, and Haruna was genuinely happy to see Asami. Maybe details like her touching her shoulder were not planned. And then the rest of it, Miyako pointing something out to Midori in the crowd and Midori walking over at that point, Fami having the time of her life, Asami's giggle towards the end. That's not planned. I think thi sis as structured as they get, for reasons due to it being an encore, but the rest is stuff the do in all their other songs naturally, as well as many metal bands in particular - legs on monitors, power stances etc. I found that a very odd comment, but he is saying that looking at a concert encore and not seeing any fo their other performances. Odd too he didn't comment on their skill, but if you don't like a band or genre, then you don't. I won't hold that against anyone. I'm not ashamed to say that I think they're the greatest band on the planet.

[@paisa20]

Thanks

[@gatograto]

Joel, I think I understand what he said by "overly structured". I think you chose wrong one actually. This piece is a kind of their anthem planed for interacting and engaging with the audience, not for music it self. If you want to choose a new release, try Lost IN The Garden, Dissonance, or Soldier Stands Solitarily.....or may be old ones are better, such as Today Is The Day, Rising, Break The Wall or Scream For Me.

[@TheCyberMantis]

Maybe he is not into faster metal music. Maybe he would like "Frozen Serenade".

[@gatograto]

@@TheCyberMantis Yes, very possibly.

[@danw6048]

@@TheCyberMantis Since Asami choreographed her dance in Frozen Serenade, he would likely criticize that

[@Kaido_Pius]

@@danw6048 Asami and choreography are as far apart as the earth is from the sun. And by the way, even I noticed in the dance etude of "Frozen Serenade", a number of serious errors and unscrupulous approach to her duties. She has a huge problem with her vocals, but she could at least offset that with a well choreographed number. By the way, I heard that her ballet career ended in her freshman year, knowledgeable people say she was kicked out for inappropriate behavior and aggressive behavior towards fellow students.

[@heavymetalrules-ws1ro]

@@Kaido_Pius ingopek is here to, well how about that.

[@deadfromnfh]

Even tho I love stp, I think this guy is stuck in a different era.

[@user-ii1ke9ex4u]

As for the structure, show the Maximum the Hormon guest the song "Alien", he will definitely like it))

[@outwest1014]

I've heard enough drunken spontaneous crap solos to last a life time, apparently this guy hasn't.

[@lianshadowmaker7834]

i thought the thumbnail was mr. jacky chan 😂

[@marifosquejrvictormartin5833]

I just do not get it, everything is structured? Of course, you are putting a LIVE SHOW...as a Tour Manager he should know that...Concerts is not just about music it is also putting up a performance, if it just going to be music, i would listen to their ALBUM...I just dont understand the nik pick criticism...

[@user-le5hk1pl6j]

STEVE PROBABLY LIKES KOREAN BANDS MUCH MORE THAN JAPANESE BANDS. 😉😉😉

[@Swamp_Duck_Song]

Hopefully this time you've seen first hand how "friendly" the Lowbuts community is? But of course you can still believe that all the toxic comments are written by just one person who is trying to ruin the reputation of the group and the community.

[@CarcharodonAstra]

A bit of a toxic atmosphere, don't you think? And who's done such a good job of... No, it's probably not Wolfpack, they can't do that.

[@metalmilitia61-zx4gv]

@@CarcharodonAstra i see another fake account huh ingopek.

[@user-le5hk1pl6j]

@@CarcharodonAstra HA HA HA HA, YOU JUST REMINDED ME OF BRITTANY SPEARS "TOXIC".

[@dragonvert3633]

You should have changed it to Winds of Transylvania when he said about vampire movie at first lol

[@user-cz5lj7hp5x]

💯🤘 👍

[@alexblane-layder3902]

yeah yeahyeah maybe if the girls were high on smack and boring he would like em ....next please

[@excellentrecruiter5824]

We the United is a song that is the last of the set and geared to leave everyone smiling, so in that sense he’s right it is very structured towards achieving that. There are plenty of other Lovebites songs I think he would have liked better in hindsight. The polished part of it, Lovebites can’t help that they are all top tier musicians.

[@almitritzigane]

I was looking forward to this guy watching Lovebites, because I heard really good insights from him on other videos, BUT what a Big Disappointment with this one, hearing what he said about other bands and in general not just the music, it’s very disappointing his reaction to this Incredible full of talent band LOVEBITES. I think he just got jealous.

[@garykeeling2275]

I don't agree with his opinion, but I kind of understand it. You have to bear in mind that this guy comes from a background of working with grunge bands. The glitz and glamour, the slickness and the production of 80s metal is exactly what the bands he worked with were kind of rebelling against in the 90s. So it comes as no surprise that someone coming from a grunge mindset would not care for the structuredness of a band like Lovebites.

[@dregeye]

@garykeeling2275, your comment is maybe the most calm & sensibly thought out observation I have read here. Thanks. I actually lived "off-grid" from 1991 thru 2006, missing the musical era you describe. I was writing my own music. Your observation makes alot of sense to me. Not knowing details of Mr. Stewart's "job description" & reading some comments my immediate thought was that a band "manager" is a businessman. Wouldn't be unusual if he never played an instrument & doesn't sing. A "manager" is not road-crew or instrument-tech or studio-engineer, or even "producer". A "manager" deals with business, money, transactions, contracts & the $ side of logistics & accommodations, possibly some "booking" guidance on what is most monetarily-profitable. A band "manager" is by far the LEAST "musical" and/or "performance" aspect of the existence of any band, a focus the musicians don't want to deal with. I don't need to watch every LOVEBITES reaction... I don't need to watch this LOVEBITES reaction video. I had determined that after reading the first few comments. Skimmed until I read yours. 🐺 dreg👁

[@stand.and.deliver.5]

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[@zeplica2004]

how about letting him know this is the last song of a 100 minute show and they are in heels. could his band pull that off. i highly doubt it!!!! if they could stay off the illegal stuff!!!

[@ricardo__jr]

LOVEBITES - Knockin’ At Heaven’s Gate - Part II (2023-2024) Setlist: 1.Opening (The Five Coffins) 2.The Awakening 3.Holy War 4.Bravehearted 5.Golden Destination 6.Stand And Deliver (Shoot ’em Down) 7.Shadowmaker 8.Break The Wall 9.Empty Daydream 10.Piano Solo (Etude Op.10, No.12) 11.Swan Song 12.Judgement Day 13.When Destinies Align 14.M.D.O. 15.Under The Red Sky 16.Glory To The World 17.We The United

[@Xplastaz]

I think after what you've done here Joel will think three times before recording a new Lovebites video.

[@danwhite7265]

172 comments. About 76 trolls. Amazing.

[@ButcherNails]

Oh yeah!!!! It didn't take long for the opinion of yet another expert to arrive. A whole manager took a few minutes out of his precious time to share a set of trite phrases and clichés. We all know, of course, that managers are great connoisseurs of art. This one is also an expert in choreography, it's a miracle. Who cares what a manager thinks? What does he know about the creative process? His task is to organize tours, book plane tickets, hotels and be a lackey in the service of artists, leaving them to decide how exactly they want to build contact with their audience. And of course, stealthily steal from them. My opinion is that the manager is an unnecessary appendix, without which we can do without. And what next, who will be the next guest and "expert"? Perhaps stage workers: movers, drink deliverers? Or maybe Ozzy's hairdresser? Or the guy who fixed the toilets in the stadium during the Metallica concert. Why not, because they're also involved in the music industry. I've noticed that if the guest is one of the musicians whose fame is long gone, there's such an unconcealed envy in their eyes that it makes me uncomfortable. And there is nothing to be surprised about, most of these "legends" at the peak of their form and career could not play the simplest Lovebites song.

[@dg3258]

Troll. 😂

[@timthomsonart]

Otoboke Beaver!!!

[@terry2276]

I did not understand very well what he has meant by ‘structured’ musically? Hope this was confirmed to this person.

[@bishopsteiner7134]

I think if Joel had chosen almost ANY other track, Steve would have a different opinion. But that entire song was about solidarity, so it was very much choreographed to enhance the message. Obviously Joel had know way to know that Steve would find that a turn off going in, but I expect if Steve tried literally any other live track from them, especially the heavier ones like Holy War (which TBH is overplayed by reactors, so kinda was glad he didn't initially, but probably would have made a better impression), MDO, or Set the World on Fire, maybe Steve would see a different side. Or maybe not. Not every band, no matter how good, is gonna appeal to every listener. 🤷‍♂

[@Jean-LucBerthommier]

As much as I like Joel's reactions to the bands, not only Lovebites, he annoys me with his choices to present to his various "friends"... he knows full well that such and such a song may not represent all the talent, but he insists... and the result is not long in coming... "gnashing of teeth" and tutti quanti!

[@JuanCarlos-vl2bd]

Ese es el problema musical actual,o uno de ellos,no quieren buena musica,simplemente espectaculo,personalmente prefiero el talento y el saber estar,saludos y larga vida

[@dennisdunham8175]

I just think he reacted to the wrong song. I was disappointed he didn't hear Hammer of Rath or Swan song something with dueling solos or Miyako on piano. I was disappointed with his comments

[@1970Phoenix]

I doubt the song would have mattered. I got the impression he was looking for things to criticise.

[@dennisdunham8175]

@1970Phoenix your probably right it did bug me he didn't see the talent I've been playing my lovebites Playlist all morning after watching that reaction. He didn't appreciate band maid either

[@PaleHorseShabuShabu]

Uh oh, this guy said something “negative” about LOVEBITES! Time to scroll through the comments and see what people are assuming about someone they don’t know.

[@L.A55]

Joel screws it up again !.. you don't introduce a band with an outgoing feel good anthem !!

[@user-gn5wc2hq1g]

上手いけと、飽きる！

[@MetalNCarnet]

He just jealous.

[@Donegal62]

You didn't show him the right video.

[@sadaka201]

I looked the band STONE TEMPLE PILOTS up. Not impressed...

[@heavymetalrules-ws1ro]

I saw Scott Weiland he is the singer, open for Aerosmith, and STP open for the red hot chili peppers with a different sing, Weiland had drug issues, and died young, as far as there performance goes, they were good, i enjoyed both.

[@Kaido_Pius]

It’s your point of view, STP fans won’t agree with you, but no one will burn fires or anathema you like Wolfpack does with Steve for not being impressed with LB.

[@heavymetalrules-ws1ro]

@@Kaido_Pius making noises again ingopek..

[@Greg-om2hb]

I understand his points; this sounds like a Disney song, with all that implies. Maybe he would like HAMMER OF WRATH, SET THE WORLD ON FIRE, or HOLY WAR, Thrashy songs that reflect their dark side, better?

[@jerryajc]

will that's on Joel for his choice of what to react to, maybe he should ask the styles of music this guy liked, maybe tailor to his tastes, and if he is not a metal guy at all, then show him something else.

[@Kaido_Pius]

Are you talking about Bored Metal songs? I don't think he'd be interested in that. And in general I think that after your poisonous comments he will avoid you and try not to remember that there is such a band as Lowbuts.

[@jerryajc]

@@Kaido_Pius shut it down, ingopek, your making noise again.

[@Skybolt211]

I think there is a lot of misunderstanding about the point he was making. He said they played well, so he respected the high level of skill Lovebites brings to their performances. However, what he was commenting on wasn't their ability but the structured nature of this particular song. It seems like a showcase of all the quintessential elements of metal, performed exceptionally well, almost like ticking off a checklist. Given his extensive background in music, I'd guess it's not just skill, but creativity and innovation in a live show that impress him more. There are plenty of other Lovebites tracks that would probably have the originality he was looking for. So hating on him for not being blown away by a single performance is very juvenile.

[@ChuckJansenII]

Stone Temple Pilots sucked. This guy wouldn't know talent if he heard it.

[@heavymetalrules-ws1ro]

I would not say that, to me they were a b tier, grunge band. not bad, but not great either. just my opinion.

[@ChuckJansenII]

@@heavymetalrules-ws1ro That may be true. Of course I grew up with 70's music that had a lot of texture to it. The 90's may have been the worst decade of music. It was mud music.

[@heavymetalrules-ws1ro]

@@ChuckJansenII i agree, when that style of music came out, i tuned out, it was a few years later that i gave some of it a chance, overall not that impressed with it, some of it is ok.

[@ChuckJansenII]

@@heavymetalrules-ws1ro I felt bad that kids from that era had that music as the soundtrack of their life. The soundtrack of my life included such songs as Renegade, Stairway to Heaven, Free Bird, Carry On My Wayward Sun, Comfortably Numb, Bohemian Rhapsody, Double Vision, Running With The Devil, Crazy Train, Paranoid, Highway Star, Dream On, Flirting With Disaster, etc . . . . That's just a start. Every band playing live needs to choreograph movement on stage to avoid running into each other. What gets me is a person who acknowledges the talent of a band like Lovebites in such a back handed way doesn't understand performance. He should try running around, jumping and sliding in high heels.

[@stand.and.deliver.5]

@@ChuckJansenIII‘m such a poor kid from that era 😂 And very glad, i found LOVEBITES 3 years ago, my favorite band since then and forever.

[@Timber1508]

Lovebites is one of my all-time favorite bands, but I think I'm going to start avoiding the reactions and comment sections. It's becoming stupidly toxic.

[@Kaido_Pius]

Nothing super new, just another LB reaction video. And then they wonder why more and more Reactors choose to keep a respectful distance from them.

[@heavymetalrules-ws1ro]

@@Kaido_Pius hi ingopek, another fake account.

[@GarageYears]

Get over yourself Mr. Tour whatever..,

[@hardknox1917]

It’s estrogen metal and boomer metal

[@heavymetalrules-ws1ro]

what's your point, you post the same crap, all the time, if you don't like, leave, it's that simple, don't watch or listen to it, and you don't have to worry about it, problem solved.

[@Swamp_Duck_Song]

@@heavymetalrules-ws1ro Don't tell other people what to do. I agree with him 100%. And I'm not going anywhere either. Not everyone has to turn into a sycophant like you and kiss Lowbuts ass.

[@UltraHD.7]

I´ll never understand, NEVER, what brings some people to get on EVERY reaction to a band they don´t like, just to spill their hateful crap there over and over again. Is your life that miserable that you have to try to ruin every other peoples joy constantly to what... feel better? Dude, finally get a life! Look out of your basement, there are things out there even you can actually have fun with, just sayin`.

[@Swamp_Duck_Song]

@@UltraHD.7 Parry: And I will never understand the fan community that attacks people for their opinions for no reason. Do you have anything to say to that? See, you can play this game with two people.

[@heavymetalrules-ws1ro]

@@Swamp_Duck_Song so hardknox is hear and now ingopek has entered the chat. new fake account, how many is that.

[@DeeDee-eb6fe]

The choice of the various "guests" looks a bit random to me,. But what i saw, was a permanent smile on "Mr. Guests" face, so i'm assuming, Steve enjoyed the show more than he would confess! 🫣😉

[@kinhungliu3175]

“checking box” !?!? The so-called a manager he is completely a businessman, not an musician Well !! Forget about it. As a manager musician it’s a band that has such a big market in the whole world “ONE OK ROCK”, but you haven’t heard of it? In fact, I may say that I would ignore the following🫣🫣