The Maids have done it again! | BAND-MAID, Zen - "ZENSHU" Opening Theme Song

[@RazzMaster27]

Sometimes you have to enjoy Band-Maid on your own. No one faults you for that!

[@charlescoleman4017]

No need to apologize for watching the premiere, they are always so much fun, especially in the chat! And boy does it get crazy when the Maids enter the chat! LOL! I do like that you mentioned Miku's Rhythm guitar. Of course, Misa, Akane and Mincho are amazing, Hall of Fame amazing! But I really love Miku's guitar parts. Different style, but her impact reminds me a lot of Malcolm Young with AC/DC (RIP). So powerful and so important. And it allows Misa and Mincho to do their superstar stuff! And as always, our Queen shines through. She keeps getting better and better. Absolutely love this song Po! Thanks NittPicc!

[@paddyofurniture4681]

Ho boy did I love this comment! It brings up that absolutely crucial, outstanding yet astonishing move Miku made to go get another singer. Really, who in the West would do that? Anyway, think about all that "acquisition" brought to the band. A second set of vocals, a second lyrics writer as it turns out, and a second guitarist as it turns out. Fully fleshed out EVERYTHING. Karma Kismet Destiny Fate

[@charlescoleman4017]

@@paddyofurniture4681 so absolutely true! Hard to imagine anyone putting their ego aside to go get a more powerful lead singer and then to learn guitar from scratch. But that's our Pigeon Po! She truly is a hero to me. Right on Paddy! Love the handle by the way, LOL!

[@BillHallisey]

What Kanami considers "noodling around" would be many guitarists' best shredding.

[@interstellardave]

It’s literally sometimes more intricate than her solos!

[@theerayundar6204]

I don’t know how reactors stop themselves from plowing through entire albums when they find bands this good, so I understand you getting excited about a new Band Maid song.

[@chefomelette]

Yes, nothing better than Band-Maid Sunday!

[@interstellardave]

Band Maid was the absolute best choice to do this intro… not musically (although who’s better there either), but thematically. Band Maid has consistently dealt with the theme of creating your own future, rejecting limitations, bravely heading into the unseen world, etc.

[@normanweaver7935]

"I drew your smile when we were together" sounds like a very Miku-esque double meaning, but it turns out Saiki wrote the lyrics. Kudos to her for a very mature song. I also appreciate the space they left in the verses, to make it easier to hear all the instrumentation, leaving the wall of sound for the choruses. All in all, a really excellent effort. It's got me listening to it a lot

[@_JimS]

This one has a lot of "Foridden Tale" magic in it, IMHO. LOVE Kanami's two stage solo and the length is perfect. Personally I took to this song much faster than "Forbidden Tale"........and they just keep getting better.

[@ranger_a6953]

I love the sudden endings on their studio versions. They should go back to doing that live.

[@normanweaver7935]

Agreed. I get the appeal of "big rock show trashcan endings," but the sudden endings are really effective, like ending on the 4 in Puzzle

[@ranger_a6953]

@@normanweaver7935 Yep, absolutely. It turns the end into a statement, and every song has a different ending.

[@BlahBlah_13]

It is always interesting the things you pick up on on the second, third, fourth, and so on listen and/or watch. It wasn't until the third time watching the music video that I noticed the overhead light change to green at the start of the solo.

[@JB-cx4bn]

Wonderful reaction, Miss NittPicc. This song is full of confidence. So much fun.

[@zer0tzer0]

Yet another anime theme song commission. This time it's an anime about anime. The list grows!

[@UltraHD.7]

Finally, a hard rocking banger from Band-Maid again 🤘🏻 I watched the first 2 episodes of Zenshu and it's good. Not ground breaking unique, but entertaining. Just another variant of the usual Isekai theme (born into another world). What is special for Band-Maid is that it's from MAPPA, one of the really big Anime studios in Japan, which means it will have a huuuge audience. I've already read mainly positive critiques for the show and the OP.

[@philbrowning1187]

I like the way you leave no stone unturned in your reaction. Great song, great reaction.

[@BRO-HI808]

I love your energy and your breakdown/analysis of the songs. First time or second time, it doesn't bother me at all. PO!🕊 🤘😆🤘

[@EliseAutoXr]

Love this song so much, I agree, the video, the lyrics, the instrumentation, the vocals, just awesome. Thanks for sharing!

[@PANIC_aka_PinD]

Yet another wonderful effort by our MAIDs! MINCHO premiering her new signature PRS ;) .

[@frankandre4385]

Band Maid songs generate instant satisfaction at first listening...Second through "?" listening generates amazement and obsession ! 🤯 Thanks again, Miss Picc-olo ! ❤

[@brianpayne8945]

The Mincho foot sweep!

[@adampino6587]

This song took me a minute to warm to but it's really incredible: 1) The lyrics both fit the anime perfectly but also feel like something that could just apply to one's life. 2) The dark chord progression that sounds foreboding and vaguely evil which makes it a great anime opening song. 3) Double length Kanami solo!

[@Kevin6059]

I've never thought reactors should worry as much about it being the first time they have heard a song anyway - especially with Band-Maid. With them, my 11th listen is almost like my first one for any other band - regarding how much I'm really grasping what's going on. IMO. That instrumentation behind the 2nd verse though!!! Wowza!! And of course Mincho showing off the new axe like nobody's business!

[@zinoviylubman5553]

That Kanami Tsunami solo is amazing!!! She is a real guitar Goddess!!! Thanks for your reaction.

[@TomRussell-cy6ll]

Hey Nitt !!!! This is one song that keeps getting better and better with each listen!!!!!! There is so much going on that you can't comprehend it all in the first listen. Another Kanami masterpiece !!!!! This band keeps blowing me away with each new song.

[@TlanImass]

Zenshu is good. It’s one of the better animes I’ve seen in a while.

[@ApocryphalBob]

"It's hard not to be happy when you hear that." I can apply that to everything the Maids release. Great reaction again, thank you. Oh, and you are forgiven. 👍

[@franciscojavierfernandezmo1974]

ES ALUCINANTE Después de bastantes más de 200 escuchas y vistas de este vídeo por mi parte, contando las que he visto por mi cuenta y a través de estos canales de reacción de KZbin, y tan sólo hace una semana de su lanzamiento, tan sólo me sale una exclamación repetida en varias ocasiones durante el transcurso de cada una de ellas; ¡¡¡¡¡ DIOS SSSS !!!!! Pero lo mejor es que este comentario puede ser válido para la gran mayoría de las canciones de BAND-MAID ¡¡¡¡¡ BANDMAIDHEAD !!!!!

[@greylocke100]

I want the Ladies to just sit down one day and just jam. Maybe bring in some other musicians, but just jam, no real plan in mind, no real goal other than just jamming along and exploring new riffs and beats.

[@prutgardin666]

Kanami's signature guitar with Saiki's signature voice ;) hehe

[@findle70]

No shame, in fact, it was a bit of a breath of fresh air. I've often said (and this is for very new reactors that haven't really found their voice yet, not yourself), that esp for these newer songs, the 'first reaction' may be fun, but a 'let someone hear it and think about it for a bit and get their thoughts together' approach is probably more interesting, with more nuggets of commentary that wouldn't have germinated in a first 'reaction' take. Loved your thoughts on the song!

[@chrisegbertky]

Exactly my feeling/thoughts!

[@andreaspedersen3952]

There's some of the finest vocalparts in the song, that I've heard from the maids in a while. Giving some reminiscense to songs like "Choose me", but at the same so different because of the progression they've had as musicians. If you're impressed by Miku's development as guitarist, it has a lot with Mincho always trying to push her. Kanami has also said that Miku strums faster than her, so if you say you heard some 16 notes from her, there possibly a reason for it. Great reaction! Love your smile btw!

[@davids9445]

Great reaction, love your analysis of the song. It’s an amazing song from the Maids😎

[@NOMAD-_-]

Another anime song but also another banger 🤘🏻🫶🏼🤘🏻

[@chibifirestorm]

The anime is interesting so far it's only been two episodes though

[@JuanSan66]

What's important is your opinion and analysis of the song, it doesn't matter if it's the first or tenth time you hear it. Zen is another excellent composition, its second verse, the bridge, the guitar solo... Band Maid is a perfectly oiled machine for writing songs without stopping. Thanks NittPicc!

[@msquare249]

So while your first reactions are fun to watch, i love your analysis and insights more. If that means 2nd or 3rd time viewing before making the video, I'm aok with it.👍👏

[@bandmaidfanATL]

🕊️😌💚

[@KNGoodwin]

Great reaction. You deserve to watch the premiere on your own!

[@TomClark-Futoura]

Every new Band-Maid song rings out with new and innovative riff and chord structures, beat patterns and fills, vocal runs, backups, melodies and lyrics. The Maids continue to pack so much into their songs without them feeling cluttered, repetitive or overplayed. Their composition and execution is always refreshing and amazing to witness and hear. Once again, the supreme Maids -- Kanami, Saiki, Miku, Akane and MISA -- push their contributions to exciting, new levels of writing, playing and performance! We are so lucky to be living in the age of Band-Maid!🤘🎀🤘 Thx, NittPicc!

[@Bekka_Noyb]

you gotta check out their song - Honkai live!

[@RA57727]

Given that Band-Maid’s music has so much depth of material it is not surprising that more than one listen is needed. An apology is not needed since your reactions provide wonderful details along with your bubbly disposition. Always a joy to watch.

[@Kevin6059]

Ooooh, you are the first person to use the word "tessitura" in a reaction!! It's been so long I'd forgotten what that meant and had to look it up, lol.

[@frankandre4385]

As if Kanami's solo wasn't great enough...It had to be highlighted by soaring backing vocals, Misa's intense bass riffs, and Kanami's unconscious "donkey " kicks ! 🔥😆

[@JB-cx4bn]

I noticed those kicks, very unique and a bit awkward. Momentary Mincho Mode?

[@daaaaaave]

Keep her away from the drum kit.

[@polskabob359]

Donkey kicks , that's hilarious

[@RA57727]

Mincho’s kicks - truly unique.

[@chrisegbertky]

❤ Great all around!

[@zelbinian]

The first verse of this song is totally Band-Maid Does Power Metal.

[@brucek5578]

Excellent, hope ur having a nice weekend

[@septimusseverus7237]

They MAID IT !!! The fastest one million views of the band’s history !!!

[@rocotocloc]

No need to apologize, the fact that you couldn't wait and watched the MV premiere proves that you're a true 100% Maidiac LOL And also since this was your second watch/listen you have been able to add a lot of good and insightful commentary, so it's a win-win situation!

[@philcalvino884]

Besides being a great song, Zen reflects some of the motifs of the anime (or vice-versa IMO 😊). It's 100% a comedy isekai, but I can see how some of the themes would have resonated with Kanami, Saiki, and everyone in Band-Maid, e.g. battling loneliness, struggling with the past, working through frustrations of the present, and opening up new possibilities with art. I really wish the anime had used the half-time bridge to Kanami's solo at the points where the protag (Natsuko) starts her furious drawing instead of the cheesy music they actually use, but ah well, can't have everything...

[@TherealSeriousMoonlight]

It's not record scratching(dj sound)... it's pencil scratching on paper. Thanks for the reaction!

[@gku8744]

I thought it was DJ Achi.

[@ranger_a6953]

I've been a drafter all my life. My pencils have never sounded like that. I want my pencils to sound like that :D

[@RA57727]

That makes Sense (pardon, I couldn’t resist).😂

[@polskabob359]

When i 1st heard the chorus lets get back to shine part , i thought i heard saiki say lets get fucked up , i cant unhear it now , miku threw in some swear words but saiki has the lyric credits

[@moscatodasti1]

Such a goood song! If you are a OMEISYUSAMA, they released a New Years meal video and at the end of it, they hint around and mention going overseas for shows the last 6 months of the year.

[@pitamaid]

😛🤘🎸🔥🔥

[@sugaanessena3143]

💜💛❤💙💚

[@JBVandriver136]

Thanks for the reaction. You know you’re a fan when as a reactor that you “can’t wait”when a new song comes out. Not a reactor but over the past four years I certainly get excited and “ can’t wait “ when a new song comes out by this band. They are sooo good and I never know what to expect except it’s gonna be great and this songs does not disappoint. Again, thanks for the reaction.

[@RahimRahmat]

You know Nittpicc, it would not have mattered if you had heard this for the 20th time, I would still want to hear your breakdown and analysis. I doubt I am alone on this opinion.

[@keithmeyer9558]

Some call it a review the second time around.

[@hausofwheat]

I've noticed on the Songster app, someone already have all the instruments broken down for Zen.

[@Moodiac67]

Do you think they would come play in our office...?

[@LowellScott-b1r]

I think this may be the best reaction to Zen I have heard. And I have listened to many by now. You may have discovered a better way to react to Band-Maid. Just listen to it once and react a couple of weeks later for your recorded version. And I want to complement you on your Band-Maid knowledge. I have heard so many reactors that can't even match the names with the actual instrument they are playing. This is now my favorite Band-Maid song! Great reaction and analysis!

[@CarnageTheory]

I just found them with Zenshu's OP. OMFG, Band-Maid RULES! \m/

[@MnPofBM]

😊

[@bsd1382]

The best way I know to describe this song is it is just really f$%^ing cool.

[@kasmm-play]

Was wondering when you’d get around to reacting to Zen. I thought “how does she have the will power to not watch BM’s new video”. Now we know…😂. Great reaction as always and thanks!

[@rRobR]

All 3 of their signature guitars in one video, how many bands can say that all their guitarists have a signature model ? And most likely Akane is also using her signature sticks. As far as Sai-chan goes, her voice is a BM signature, i would recognize her voice from across a room.

[@toobwawn]

You know I thought I saw a "Ma'am" fly by on the comments window and I thought "Hey, that sounds like NittPicc" and now I know that was you, lol!!! Great 2nd reaction, I LOVE this song, it has absolutely addicted me I've watched the MV everyday since its release. I'm probably going to end up in a Band Maid 12 step program.....but until then...I'm enjoying the ride 🤩👍🎸🥁🎸🎤🎶

[@ronglua614]

So did you listen to the opening song by Kohta Yamamoto featuring Saiki (The most notorious talker runs the world’s greatest clan)?

[@bigbrutalbassbeer410]

I love everything about this except that one glaring thing. I just don’t like Kanami’s soloing tone! It’s like a wart on the face of Aphrodite. This dentist drill tone she’s been enamored with sense, well, “Sense”. I am longing so much for her rich, warm, full tone from Just Bring It and World Domination. Her signature Addictone guitar sounded better than her signature PRS does, for God’s sake! I love her compositions and arrangements, I just need that beautiful tone back to bring these gorgeous creations to life!💪🏻🤘🏻

[@sewthuis9659]

how to do band maid justice (SMALL STEP BACK)

[@sewthuis9659]

whatever u where doing wow

[@sewthuis9659]

dumbest of the year sofar

[@sewthuis9659]

wow ur talking is annoying

[@guitar-hirochannel]

You are laughing and having a rude reaction that lacks respect for the artist👎 Don't stop the video every time, you can summarize your impressions at the end🤮

[@ranger_a6953]

I'm sure your 108 subscribers agree

[@BRO-HI808]

Wow...just wow. It's her channel, let her do it the way she wants to do it. If you don't like the style, there are many other channels to explore on YT. I have not looked at your channel, but I would not tell you how to run your channel if I didn't agree on how you run it.

[@RA57727]

NittPicc respects all artists!!! If you dislike her reaction, instead of being rude, try being constructive. There are a lot of us that love her reactions.

[@JBVandriver136]

@@RA57727YES WE DO! She is a gift to the Band Maid community.

[@RayYan-uk4fv]

Hay beautifullme Nittpicc eemmuach💋💋💋🤍