WHAT DID I JUST HEAR?!! 1st Time Hearing - JUDGEMENT DAY BY LOVEBITES ~ REACTION

REACTION TO: JUDGEMENT DAY BY LOVEBITES
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[@guitarzen5999]

One of the finest Metal bands on the planet, male or female.

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Guitar Zan, from what I just heard, I agree 100%. 🤩

[@kyles5513]

For the style of metal I like, they are the finest

[@1970Phoenix]

In terms of musicianship, they are probably the most talented hard music band on the planet today.

[@DavidGatson]

As the Singer "Asami" says, "We're not here to be cute, we're here to be Heavy!". Stay with LOVEBITES and your life will change. The performance you seen was not an exception, it is the rule. This band has no Peer.

[@playitagainsue]

Hey David, i love that quote and they are heavy!! but they still are cute. They are an amazing band. I will definitely do more of them. Thanks for watching. I appreciate it 🤩

[@DavidGatson]

@@playitagainsue 😁😁

[@nossy232323]

@@playitagainsue You should check out a few of their Live performances!

[@playitagainsue]

@@nossy232323 i definitely will Frank. Thanks for that 🤩

[@lateagain9289]

Here for my daily Lovebites fix 🐺

[@playitagainsue]

Thanks LateAgain for joining me today. I appreciate you dropping by 🤩

[@kyles5513]

If this album doesn't win some kind of an award, then I will lose all faith in human kind..

[@playitagainsue]

Oh well based on the only song I have heard,it should totally win awards, Kyle😀

[@CrumblexEloi]

But they already won - Metal Hammer for the best new metal band in 2018 kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKDYdpmdodeAhck

[@arnaldotanta3630]

well,i born in 67 and i am a rock/metal guy since the birth and that was my face when I saw lovebites for the first time at Wacken 2018 , I didn't know Lovebites , but a friend of mine who worked for Metal Hammer convinced me to go see the band (Lovebites had just won the award from metal Hammer gods award for best new band), I still thank her today, and I leave you a challenge: Lovebites has about 60 songs, you can keep going until you find a bad one, but good luck because I don't know any, greetings from Portugal and welcome to wolfpack (Lovebites fans)🐺🤘❤️🤘🐺

[@playitagainsue]

Hey Arnaldo, greetings back from here in Canada. We are about the same age then. I was blown away. I bet you are still thanking your friend for taking you to see them. They are fantastic!! I will definitely do more of them 🤩

[@arnaldotanta3630]

@@playitagainsue 👍👍

[@kellerfrederic1]

welcome to the world of Lovebites the world of beautiful ballads, heavy, speed, power, thrash metal.

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Frederic, yes for sure, so glad I was turned onto them. That was an amazing song. Can't wait to hear more. Thanks so much for commenting and tuning in. 🤩

[@alekhidell]

I’ll keep it short. Best band ever.

[@playitagainsue]

Hey Alek, they are amazing. Thanks for watching 🤩

[@lonniekramlich6241]

I recommend their newest MV " Stand and Deliver " it's so good !! ❤️🎙🎸🎹🥁😎🤘

[@playitagainsue]

Hey Lonnie, thanks for that. I will check it out. I appreciate you tuning in 🤩🤘

[@kyles5513]

Great song and great video too

[@playitagainsue]

@@kyles5513 hi Kyle, i agree 100%

[@kyles5513]

@@playitagainsue ya, but I was talking about Stand And Deliver haha. I'm sure you'll check it out soon because you'll love it.

[@TheCyberMantis]

Wolfpack is here for LOVEBITES! 🤘🏼🐺🤘🏼

[@playitagainsue]

Hey Cyber, I love it! So glad to meet so many from the Wolfpack today :)

[@TheCyberMantis]

@@playitagainsue Support Lovebites, and you will be wolfpack too!

[@lastinthequeue9586]

My Lovebites 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🐺 🤘 All Hail our Glorious Goddesses.

[@playitagainsue]

Yes, I will Last in the Queue. Thanks for watching 🤩

[@skoob-kq7ms]

Welcome to the best band you had never heard of but wished you had six years ago when they started out. You should check out Lovebites' live performances. Fans reckon Lovebites are a band best experienced live, their live performances are flawless. Check out Holy War, Swan Song (with the Chopin intro), Edge of the World, Shadowmaker, Frozen Serenade, Break the Wall, Empty Daydream, We the United, When Destines Align.

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Skoob, you are so right! They are incredible!! I will definitely do more of them. Thanks for the suggestions and for watching 🤩

[@reddnizz2231]

They are the Alpha for the Wolfpack ( fans )... Welcome to the Wolfpack... 🤘🤘🐺🐺🤘🤘

[@playitagainsue]

Hey Redd, cool so their fans are called the Wolfpack?! Well I am proud to be a new member of the pack...thanks for that 🤩

[@reddnizz2231]

@@playitagainsue yeahh... 'cause in the beginning they refer to themself as a lone wolf in a metal music scene.. you can look at their cover album... there is a wolf... their song Nameless Warrior ( tribute to their ex-founder, leader and bass player - Miho )... there is a wolf running which is symbol for LOVEBITES that they will keep on going... this song is a last song they record together... The more you dig about LOVEBITES.. the more you will understand.. The fan itself call them Alpha.. and the fan is Wolfpack.. amazingly they notice about that....

[@Vince_Steele]

Well, that was a rather pleasant assault on the old auditory senses. Not a big metal fan, but it doesn't mean I dislike all metal. I'd be happy to hear more from these young ladies.

[@playitagainsue]

Hey Vince, was that amazing! I was si impressed with them. Yes we will definitely do more of them 🤩🤘

[@denabach]

i think you might like Lovebite's live of " Empty Daydream ". A favorite of many fans in the WP.

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Denabach, thanks so much for tuning in. I will definitely check out that live performance 🤩

[@mmcpa]

Nice reaction. Even though you admitted metal isn't your thing, you appreciate the musicianship you heard. They are all virtuosos at their instruments.

[@playitagainsue]

YES! Jonathan, they were amazing. I only like some metal but these women just captured me immediately...unbelievable. Thanks for tuning in🤩

[@christiancouvidou4777]

🤘🐺💖👸🤘🔥🔆 *LOVEBITES* 🔆🔥

[@wayne_twentyfive]

Wow, Sue, nearly 200 comments already and over 600 likes ! .. This Lovebites band must have a large following of fans who watch for any coverage of them and support them with such interactions .. I'm astounded by this response, but also glad to see you getting plenty of eyeballs on your channel.👍.. And I quite liked the band and the song .. Hadn't heard of them before, but they're hugely talented !

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Wayne, I know I can't believe it. I had never heard of this band so I had no idea how popular they were but it was a very cool song. I understand why they are so loved. I appreciate you saying that, Wayne you are the best! 🤩💜

[@LovebitesFanForLife]

Lovebites is phenomenal and I highly recommend you check out more. They have slower songs too, although most are fast like this. Check out "Edge of the World". kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKOcanVqh9uUg8U

[@wayne_twentyfive]

@@LovebitesFanForLife Cheers, Chad .. Will definitely have a look at a few more of their songs when I get a chance, including the one you mentioned .. Thanks !

[@Dave.S.Cramer]

There's defintely nothing in the world quite like them. It's so cool to see women play and sing like they do. If I had to describe them to someone who's never heard them I would say that if Iron Maiden and Dragonforce had a baby it would be Lovebites. Haruna (the drummer) is my favorite member. She's an absolute god.

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Dave, ok I did hear a bit of Iron Maiden in them at parts so I love that you mentioned that. If was mind blowing 🤩

[@L.A55]

Nothing to add to all the great Lovebites fans/comments except Lovebites=No Limits !

[@playitagainsue]

🤩🥰

[@andreasvomdorp7852]

I really love watching reactors who have never heard of Lovebites before. Which, of course, will become rarer and rarer as Lovebites conquer the world stage. They are just far too brilliant to remain unknown to the wider public. I loved that smile on your face and you beaming all through the video. That's exactly what Lovebites does to people, each and every song!

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Andreas, thank you so much for your kind words. Lovebites are amazing. Yes they will definitely take the world soon. How could they not. Amazing!! Thanks for watching and commenting. I really appreciate it. 🤩🥰

[@ChadTheDragonLord]

@@playitagainsue Your reaction was the same as mine two years ago when I first discovered them. They blew me away like no band had ever done before.

[@playitagainsue]

@@ChadTheDragonLord I totally see why. I dare someone to not be impressed by them...can't happen 🤩🥰

[@noelle3551]

While everyone is glorifying Lovebites and rightly so I was looking the fabulous collection behind you! The Specials with a picture from "ghost town" , The Clash " London calling" and the gimmies Fleetwood mac "rumours" and one of the best albums of the 70'S Jeff Lynn's ELO " Out of the Blue"! To many commenting here would not have known these fantastic groups as I grew up with them! As for Lovebites these women are the best I have seen in a long time, well in this century and will in my mind become as big as the groups in this genre from the 80's. Enjoy them 😎🤟

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Noelle, thanks for acknowledging the greatness of the groups behind me. They are amazing as is this band Lovebites. This was a total surprise to me and a good one at that. I appreciate the comment and you tuning in 🤩

[@grantnealon5101]

Yes.. Well spotted Noelle, I owned all of those LP's back in the day, lol showing my age.. Was a great time to be alive.. However, tuning into these Japanese bands over the last 5 years, I have that old excited feeling back.. So much tallent.. Most bands these days would kill for one musicien as good.. Lovebites have 5!! And I agree, they are going to be huge, listening to their 4 albums, there is not one song I don't like.. I cannot say that for any other band I have followed.. They will deffinately be up there with the greats.. It is criminal that they only have 96 000 followers on their KZbin channel.. Rock on, and best wishes from France..

[@noelle3551]

​@grantnealon5101 , sorry for not getting back sooner. For whatever reason, youtube doesn't notify me 🤔. The 80s was a great period with the likes of Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Saxon, Motorhead, Girlschool and Black Sabbath to name a few! I find lovebites to be the Holy Grail from that period. When you talked about their numbers on youtube, their numbers on Spotify are low also, 34k at last count! It is something I do not understand. Maybe it is a niche market, who knows. It looks like we have seen a lot between us over the decades 😊. They were the best times and have a band such as this reviving the era, it pure joy!! 😎🤟

[@NBM3]

Very happy you liked them. They've worked hard . If you'd like to be surprised again check their other new video . STAND AND DELIVER . It's different to . And just as fabulous .

[@playitagainsue]

Thanks Nick, i would love more surprises. I will definitely check it out. I appreciate the comment and for you watching 🤩

[@GrayFox14]

If you decide to continue your journey into the World of LOVEBITES, then this list of songs can help you. Choose any song from the list. They are all very good. List of LOVEBITES songs: - Live and (or) Music Video : "Thunder Vengeance", "Winds of Transylvania", "Break the Wall", "Set the World on Fire", "Shadowmaker", "The Crusade", "The Awakening"&"The Hammer of Wrath"( must watch together), "Chopin's Étude"&"Swan Song" (must watch together) , "Rising", "Holy War", "When Destinies Align", "Stand And Deliver (Shoot 'em Down)", "Bravehearted", "Above the Black Sea", "Under the Red Sky", "Inspire", "Golden Destination", "Scream for Me", "Addicted", "Raise Some Hell", "Pledge of the Saviour", "Don't Bite the Dust", "Glory to the World", "Dancing with the Devil", "Liar", "A Frozen Serenade", "Today Is the Day", "Empty Daydream", "Edge of the World", "Journey to the Otherside", "Burden of Time", "Epilogue", "M.D.O.", "Mastermind 01", "The Apocalypse", "We the United", "Spellbound", "Signs of Deliverance", "The Unbroken", "Warning Shot", "Nameless Warrior", "Eagle Fly Free"( HELLOWEEN cover). - Audio : "The Final Collision", "Dystopia Symphony", "Puppet on Strings", "Wicked Witch", "Lost In The Garden", "Soldier Stands Solitarily", "Paranoia", "My Orion", "No Time to Hesitate", "We Are The Resurrection", "The Spirit Lives On", "Victim Of Time", "Dissonance", "Painkiller"(JUDAS PRIEST cover).

[@playitagainsue]

Wow, I had no idea they had si many songs. I can't believe I have never heard of them. Thanks so much for all the suggestions. I will definitely check out more Lovebites 🤩

[@GrayFox14]

@@playitagainsue To date, LOVEBITES have released 3 EPs, 1 Single (4 songs), 4 Studio Albums, 4 Live Albums, 1 Best Songs Collection 2017-2021, 6 DVD/Blu-ray Concerts, 11 Music Videos. You have a wide choice. Have a nice trip to the World of LOVEBITES.😊

[@clintashcraft579]

Haruna (Drummer) 4'9" "Little big engine", Asami (vocals) 4'10" "The one and only voice", Midori (Blonde guitarist) 4'11" "Crazy shredder", Miyako (Dark haired guitarist) 5'2" "The Golden touch", Fami (Bass guitar) 5'3" (Newest member, only 20 years old.

[@playitagainsue]

Thank you Clint for that. it is nice to know their names. They are small but mighty!! Amazing band. i appreciate you watching and tuning in :)

[@excellentrecruiter5824]

The ladies got it goin on. They do switch between styles of metal. And you're right, they all have virtuosic talent and they draw their influences primarily from classical music to 70s and 80s metal. When I first heard them I was blown away too and they'll keep doing that song after song.

[@playitagainsue]

Hey Excellent, i look fwd to being blown away each time 🤩

[@Woody_Hart]

Welcome to the Wolf Pack 🤘🎶

[@playitagainsue]

Thanks Woody. I just found out that is what Lovebites fans are called. I love it 🤩

[@exDemonius]

Welcome to the world of Japanese metal. Welcome to the world of Lovebites music! This band is awesome. All of the members are professionals in their instruments. They always (almost always) wear white clothes. They always play amazing solos! Every their song is different, but every time it is perfect! You will be impressed with every song! I suggest you the song "Swan song with Chopin Intro" if you want a softer song (it is heavy but more melodic). Thank you for your reaction! More Lovebites on the channel! By the way, singer name is Asami.

[@playitagainsue]

Hi exDemonius, I appreciate you watching and commenting. they were absolutely amazing. I can't wait to do more. :)

[@petermoua4583]

these ladies does a beautiful classic power ballad called “epilogue”. you’ll love them playing slow.

[@playitagainsue]

Awesome, thanks Moua. I will check that out. I am interested to hear what a ballad by them would sound like 🤩

[@grantnealon5101]

Great reaction Sue.. Welcome to Lovebites.. 50+ more songs like this for you if you dare.. They do a wide range of metal, Power, synphonic, thrash, heavy and some of the best ballads you will ever hear.. Do more, it's good for the soul.. Best wishes from France..

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Grant, greetings back from Canada. They were amazing. I can't wait to hear more. Thanks for watching 🤩

[@grantnealon5101]

@@playitagainsue No, Thank you!! :)

[@playitagainsue]

@@grantnealon5101 🥰

[@raddofzennla]

I think this is the best reaction I've ever seen on KZbin. Your smile throughout was amazing. Great reaction!

[@playitagainsue]

WOW! Thanks so much, Radd. That means so much. I really appreciate the compliment. I loved the song. It literally blew my mind. Thanks for stopping in and watching. I will definitely be doing more Lovebites that is for sure!! 🤩🥰🤘

[@ChadTheDragonLord]

Have you seen Dave Heretic's first reaction to Lovebites? It is my favorite one, although this one was also fantastic, one of the best. Here is the link to Dave's reaction: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYPMh5KmlpmoapY

[@DavidKAnderson]

The rabbit hole of Japanese female metal and hard rock is wide and deep...like Grand Canyon deep! Lovebites are one of the very best (my personal favorite is Nemophila, another outfit with insane technical chops plus buckets of rockstar charisma), but there are SO many others. A partial metal list (which doesn't even include "co-ed" bands or the male end of J-metal): Hanabie, Ark Royal, Bridear, Hagane, Aldious, Orochi/RagDollz, Full Moon, TELECiDE, Doll$Boxx, Fate Gear, Pinkish Crown, Moth in Lilac, Little Lilith, Lonesome Blue, Empress, Paradoxx, and more, plus some "metal alt-idols" like massive superstars Babymetal, along with Necronomidol, Broken by the Scream, and Xteen. Hard rock? Band-Maid, Gacharic Spin, TRiDeNT, Whiskey Dust, Market Shop Store, and more. Dive in!

[@playitagainsue]

Thanks David. I will definitely dive in. That was incredible 🤩

[@andrewlaird9496]

You have just experienced the best metal band....in the world! Period!! Catch them live, even better....not even joking. The most talented group of musicians and proffessional technical ladies I've ever seen.....and I'm 65 with 30yrs of association with bands and music. Not a duff song in 55+ releases. ENJOY!!

[@playitagainsue]

Hey Andrew thanks for watching. That was amazing no matter what age. I have never heard anything like it. So great 🤩

[@blackowl83]

We want more,more,more..!🔥🤘🐺

[@victorecho2743]

When its comes....their speed limit is infinity... Dive deeper into Lovebite till your last day and you will rest in peace in future...no regrets...🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Victor, I will! Thanks for runing in 🤩

[@jmetallover]

WOW, yeah that sums it up pretty much for a 1st time experience. This was a MV wait till you experience them LIVE, they are even better. Petite women who wear their femininity proudly yet melt your face off better than any other band LIVE. 60+sings since 2017 and not one filler among them. Welcome to the Wolfpack the loyal fans who have loved this band since the start. Japan has many exceptional all female bands you just happened to hear the best!!

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Night Wish, i was blown away. They were unbelievable. I will have to check out more of their stuff and yes I will check out their live stuff too. Thanks so much for tuning in and commenting. I appreciate it 🤩

[@jmetallover]

@@playitagainsue If you want to be completely blown away may I suggest Swan Song with the Chopin etude intro by Miyako ( dark hair guitarist ). Yes, classical music mixed with Heavy Metal, no one does it like LB. Here is the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXPLpaSdnr14d5Y.

[@faintsmile88]

Proud owner of every Lovebites album, well at least every version I've managed to get hold of 🐺. Is that The Specials, Ghost town single ? I'm from Coventry 😁 their home town.

[@playitagainsue]

Hey Faintsmile, gretings from Canada. Cool you are from The Specials home town. I love them. I have to do more Lovebites. This was amazing!!! 🤩

[@faintsmile88]

@playitagainsue Glad u enjoy The Specials...and Thank u for reacting to Lovebites.

[@stephenlu7779]

I grew up listening and liking mostly the Classic Rock and Pop Rock of the 60s to the 80s, but had never been attracted to metal even though I've listened to some classic metal bands like Megadeath, Iron Maiden, etc. That is, until Lovebites, which I came to know in 2019. They are the only band right now I look forward to buying new records from.

[@playitagainsue]

Hey Stephen, I completely can see where you are coming from. I was the same but a little more alternative mixed in there as well. But these woman can bring anyone over to metal I think. they are one of a kind. Thanks for watching and commenting. I appreciate it :)

[@Gavrev]

Welcome to the world of Lovebites.. it's always a joy to find new people coming in through the front door hehehe

[@playitagainsue]

Haha love it 🤩

[@hiawatha.g]

Congratulations, you just found the best new metal band to come along in decades. In their first five years of existence, they put themselves on par with the greatest bands of metal’s golden age. Other reviewers have described them as alien superheroes disguised as young women, angels, princesses of metal, and angry bridesmaids. They recently went on a year-and-a half hiatus while they searched for a new bassist. They announced the new bassist in October 2022 (see below) and dropped their first new song, “Judgement Day” on December 22. Some background: They were formed in 2016 from the remnants of a legendary all-girl Japanese metal band called Destrose (yes, all-girl metal has been a thing in Japan since at least 1981). Miho (bass, chief headbanger and founder of the band) had a vision of a new band in the style of the great European bands of the golden age of metal. She recruited her former bandmate Haruna (drums, 4'9" “pocket nuclear reactor”); they needed two world-class guitarists, and so they went and found Midori and Miyako, who were with other groups. The four of them then found Asami, the singer, who was doing soul and blues at the time (she was also trained in ballet). Miyako has composed a little more than half of their music, with Miho composing a lot of their thrashier songs in collaboration with Mao, the lead composer of another band called Lightbringer. Midori has also been getting into the act, and they regularly perform a song written by Haruna as well. Asami writes most of the lyrics and is also getting involved in composing. In mid-2021, Miho left the band she had founded, for personal reasons. They recently announced their new bassist, Fami, who is a young phenom and herself a composer and multi-instrumentalist. Their first song with Fami is “Judgement Day” kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2TYeJ2mYrVqeqs The instrumentalists studied all the great historical metal bands going back to Purple and Sabbath, through Maiden, Priest, Metallica, Helloween, Slayer etc. They have incorporated some of the best of each of those bands into their arsenal, and have created a sound that is fresh and cutting edge while paying tribute to the old masters. They toured with Dragonforce in 2019, and word from those in attendance was that next time around, it will be the ladies headlining. They do everything from soulful power ballads to heavy thrash. Almost every song includes face-melting solos by Miyako and Midori. The two guitarists are quite different in style and tone. Midori (blonde ponytail) is the extrovert and speed demon; Miyako is the introvert, with the more soulful feel (though she can also shred like crazy). Midori uses a cleaner tone, Miyako uses more distortion, pinch harmonics and pedal effects. The contrast makes their duets rich and dynamic. It doesn’t hurt that either one can smoke most of the shredders in the classic metal bands. As another reviewer said, "It seems criminal these two are allowed to be in the same band." Here are more clips you should check out: “Set the World on Fire” kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2rdpHtsnqySbMU from their 2021 concert DVD “Heavy Metal Never Dies”. “Don’t Bite the Dust” kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXnRfHp7n5Z2g8U, from the same concert; "Edge of the World" and "We the United", back to back: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZ2TXohjrtB9ebc They form an incredible journey from darkness and despair to light and hope. Also, “Empty Daydream”, which starts as a ballad and becomes a real rocker: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oonLkKiDgp5noLc; Perhaps their greatest masterpiece, a showcase of multi-instrumental virtuosity and even classical dance “A Frozen Serenade” kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5aboYSMqpKFhJo; And their most reacted-to video, “Holy War”: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJikqaN7paqWpNE Miyako is also a virtuoso concert pianist, and was headed for a career in classical music, before picking up the guitar. If you want to see what she can do on the piano, watch “Swan Song” WITH the prelude, which is Chopin’s “Revolutionary Etude” (official name Étude Opus 10, No. 12 in C minor). Miyako wrote “Swan Song” using elements from several classical pieces including the Etude. This link should work: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXPLpaSdnr14d5Y. For a thrasher with heavy Slayer and Metallica vibes, “Break the Wall” kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4HGYYuBZdGBo7c includes two gorgeous and completely contrasting solos by M&M. For a heart-stopping ballad, “Epilogue” kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6rRn4t6m6qhpLs (this includes a second song, your choice whether or not to react to both) Finally, while you will sometimes hear you should only react to live clips, actually their MV’s are epic and worth seeing. Here are four of the most spectacular: "Shadowmaker" kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKPQoJ-kaqyrq9U This is the song that blew up and melted faces all over the world "When Destinies Align" kzbin.info/www/bejne/nn2plp9_bpiJoa8 "Glory to the World" kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6itpXdojaqLfpY "Winds of Transylvania" kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqSoZYiYlLWdnpo. You'll get lots of suggestions, just one thing: don't bother with Bloodstock footage, the sound quality is poor. Best to take suggestions with actual links. Also, you can’t go wrong with any of their official clips. Welcome to the Wolf-Pack!

[@playitagainsue]

Wow! Hiawatha, thank you so much for that very detailed and informative comment. That was amazing. I live the comparison to aliens posing as women haha brilliant. I appreciate you watching 🤩

[@hiawatha.g]

@@playitagainsue thanks Sue. Check my other comment, I gave you links to around 10 more female-led Japanese metal bands. They are all amazing.

[@playitagainsue]

@@hiawatha.g 👍got em. Thanks a bunch 😀

[@jaimealmendro2657]

thanks for your reaction , Amazing Lovebites .

[@playitagainsue]

Thank you for tuning in, Jaime 🥰

[@user-zr4xc3yt6q]

Welcome to lovebites, this is the best metal band out (male or female) for me

[@playitagainsue]

Hi K, I see why you say this. They are amazing 🤩

[@barefootbaron1748]

Bloody Lovebites 🐺 I love'em

[@playitagainsue]

They were amazing, Bare foot. I loved that. Thanks for watching 🤩

[@idatenidaten5548]

Great reaction. Enjoy Lovebites Journey. They have so many great songs. There are also many great all female and female fronted bands in Japan. Enjoy discovering them on your channel. 🤘

[@playitagainsue]

Thanks Idaten, I will. They were fabulous 🤩

[@mcdalimar5821]

Yes, they are amazing! A truly exceptionally talented group of women. You should check out their music video for "Swan Song" live performance from Zepp Diver City Tokyo 2020❤️

[@playitagainsue]

Hey MC, thanks for the suggestion and for tuning in. I will definitely check that one out. 🤩🥰

[@zabriabubakar5982]

LOVEBITES new MV song Stand And Deliver(Shoot 'em Down), watch them live, songs Set The World On Fire, Break The Wall, The Hammer Of Wrath, Holy War, Glory To The World.. Its time for another TOP J-Rock/Metal Bands NEMOPHILA(all female) - songs Seize The Fate, Revive, Dissension, Raitei, cover songs Iron Maiden, KISS, AC/DC, Motley Crue, Linkin Park... BAND-MAID(all female) - live songs Freedom, Domination, Real Existence, Play, Thrill, Dice, Influencer.. HANABIE(all female) - songs We Love Sweets, NEET GAME, new song Pardon Me( I got To Go)

[@playitagainsue]

Thank you Zabri, i can't wait to dive more into this band. They are incredible 🤩

[@GrayFox14]

Thanks for the reaction! LOVEBITES are the GODDESSES of heavy metal ! In 2018 , LOVEBITES won the prestigious Metal Hammer GOLDEN GODS Award for "Best New Band" (London,UK). The winners of the GOLDEN GODS Award in different years and in various categories were such famous bands and musicians,such as : Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, Motörhead, Twisted Sister, Ozzy Osbourne, Lemmy Kilmister, Zakk Wylde, Nikki Sixx, Joe Perry, Judas Priest, Anthrax, Slayer, Saxon, Nightwish, Rammstein, Sabaton, Children of Bodom, Arch Enemy (and this is not a complete list). LOVEBITES is a Japanese all-female heavy metal band, formed in 2016 by former Japanese heavy metal band DESTROSE members Miho( bass,backing vocals) and Haruna(drums). The band has successfully performed at various major international rock-festivals many times .In the spring of 2018, LOVEBITES performed on the Japanese leg of the Warped Tour. In August 2018, they performed at Wacken Open Air (Germany), becoming the first Japanese all-female rock band to perform at the festival. Also in August 2018 they performed on the main stage of Bloodstock Open Air (UK). In 2019, LOVEBITES performed at the Download Festival in Donington (UK) and Download Festival in Madrid (Spain). Their performance in Donington was named by the festival organizers and Metal Hammer magazine as one of the highlights of the festival! In the same year they performed at the Graspop Metal Meeting (Belgium) and the Summer Sonic Festival (Japan). Unfortunately, the Covid pandemic that began in 2020 prevents LOVEBITES from performing at festivals and forced a drastic reduction of concerts. LOVEBITES is a phenomenal band, all the ladies are talented musicians! They have recorded about 60 original songs and all the songs are very good ! 🐺Miho - bass, backing vocals (in August 2021 she left the band). 🐺Haruna - drums. 🐺Midori - guitars, backing vocals. 🐺Miyako (Mi-Ya)- guitars, piano, keyboards, backing vocals. 🐺Asami - lead vocals, piano. 🐺Fami - bass, backing vocals(since October 2022). 🐺Miho has been playing the piano since the age of 5. She started playing the bass guitar at school. Great bass player! The fact that such a wonderful band appeared is, first of all, the merit of Miho. She came up with the idea of starting a band and what kind of music the band would play. It's a mix of power metal and "old school" heavy metal (New Wave of British Heavy Metal). Miho brought these talented ladies together in LOVEBITES. 🐺Haruna has played drums since she was thirteen years old, she also plays keyboards. Haruna is the smallest (4 '9 ") , but appearances are deceiving. When Haruna sits down at the drums, this is the "little BIG Engine." She is one of the best drummers in Japan. 🐺Midori (blond hair) has been playing the piano since she was two years old and the electric organ since she was eight. She started studying guitar at the age of 20. Super guitarist, "Crazy Shredder". She surpasses many male guitarists in speed and technique of playing the guitar. Graduated from ESP / MI JAPAN ( Osaka ) , GIT-DX department (superfast guitar department). ESP / MI JAPAN is an International Music Institute , headquartered in Hollywood, California, USA. 🐺Miyako (black hair) has been playing the piano since the age of three, received a classical education (piano) and wanted to pursue a career as a pianist. She has been playing the guitar since the age of 18. Super guitarist! They call her "The Golden Touch" and she is a real musical genius. Miyako is the main composer of the band, she wrote 50% of the music. * In terms of teamwork , synchronization / harmonization of guitars , Midori and Miyako today are perhaps the best pair of guitarists in the world playing metal. One music critic said that two guitarists of this level (Midori and Miyako) in the same band is a crime!😊 🐺Asami started with R&B and soul music . She studied classical ballet for about 16 years (this is noticeable in her movements on stage, especially the movements of her hands). Started ballet lessons at the age of two. After leaving school, Asami lived for some time in the US, where she came to study jazz and hip hop dance. Plays the piano. Asami wrote most of the lyrics of the band's songs. 🐺Fami is 20 years old, plays bass, keyboards, guitar, writes songs, sings. She has already released her solo album, which she dedicated to graduating from school. Despite his youth, Fami has experience of collaboration with famous musicians.. All songs LOVEBITES are written in English. Unlike other metal bands, LOVEBITES are always on stage in white dresses . White dresses are their style. The Wolf is the mascot of LOVEBITES and is featured on all band's albums except the first EP "The Lovebites". The band's fans call themselves the 🐺Wolfpack🐺

[@playitagainsue]

Thank you so much for all your info. Your comment is full of a lot of knowledge and passion. I love it. I will definitely do more Lovebites. I appreciate you tuning in. Thanks a bunch :)

[@GrayFox14]

@@playitagainsue I was glad to share information with you. Your reaction was sincere.👏😊

[@danw6048]

Welcome to the world of Lovebites and Japanese rock/metal in general. As has been mentioned, there are many great Japanese bands to discover, and quite a few of them are all female bands. The band that got me into the Japanese rock/metal scene is Band-Maid (also all female) who I saw live in Dallas this past October. Another great all female band is Nemophila and I will be seeing them live in less than a month. I am waiting for the day that Lovebites announces a tour of the US. Other bands I would love to see live are Gacharic Spin (all female), Unlucky Morpheus and Asterism (an incredible trio). With the departure of Miho, bassist and band founder, in August 2021, the vocalist Asami went from primary lyricist to the sole lyricist for Lovebites. All lyrics are in English. Asami and the muscular guitarist Midori speak English pretty well. The other guitarist Miyako can speak some English while the drummer Haruna and the new bassist Fami know very little (I don't think I have ever heard the latter two speak English). Asami grew up as a ballet dancer and lived in the US for a short time to learn other styles of dance including hip hop which I would love to see sometime. When she returned to Japan, her focus shifted to singing. She began singing R&B and Soul songs in English, and also worked as a backing vocalist. It was only when she started preparing for her audition with the newly formed Lovebites, that she discovered she had such a strong belting voice that is required to front a metal band. In the last several years Asami has been working with a Japanese American vocalist named Ayako Kawai who moved to Tokyo specifically to help Japanese vocalists in singing English lyrics. She also assists Asami with better English diction in writing English lyrics. Asami's hard work since joining the band has resulted in the amazing performance you just heard from her in the song Judgment Day.

[@playitagainsue]

Wow, thanks Dan for that. You know a ton about rhem. I was so impressed with them. I can't wait to do more. Intersting about the ballet dancing. Obviously very well rounded and talented. 🤩

[@danw6048]

@@playitagainsue Asami not only wrote the lyrics to this song, she cowrote the music. The most impressive member of the band is Miyako. She is a world class guitarist, world class pianist and world class composer. She has been involved in composing almost half of the Lovebites catalog, all but a few of them as a solo composer. There are several songs that highlight her skill on the piano but the best is Swan Song which she composed. In a live version she plays a Chopin intro before the actual song begins. Swan Song is one of her masterpieces - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXPLpaSdnr14d5Y

[@fab1901]

You can see how Asami (Vo), formerly an R&B and Soul singer, has transformed herself in a Japanese heavy metal band. Since the First Reaction music was a little too fast in BPM, we recommend the following slower music. LOVEBITES "A Frozen Serenade'' 2021 LIVE in Tokyo LOVEBITES "Edge of the World" Live LOVEBITES "Empty Daydream" (Live in Tokyo 2019) LOVEBITES "Epilogue"/"Don’t bite the dust" [Live in Tokyo 2019] LOVEBITES "Swan Song [+Chopin Intro]'' (Five of a Kind, 21/02/2020) P.S.. LOVEBITES has uploaded the second music video from their new album. "LOVEBITES" / Stand And Deliver (Shoot 'em Down) Asami(Vo) Miyako(G - Key ‐ Piano Black hair) Midori(G) Haruna(Dr) Miho(Ba) First bassist New bassist from 'JUDGEMENT DAY' songs. Fami(Ba) New bassist

[@playitagainsue]

Thanks for tuning in and commenting, Fab1. I will check more out for sure. Thanks for watching 🤩

[@thesaturdaymorningcowboy4198]

Lovebites are the real deal. Polished, professional, and highly talented ladies who can play serious metal. Their rabbit hole is well worth exploring and the Wolfpack alone may put you over 2k subs. 😊

[@playitagainsue]

Hey Saturday, I look fwd to this rabbit hole. They are incredible 🤩

[@thesaturdaymorningcowboy4198]

@@playitagainsue you’ll soon discover that their live concert performances are even better than their music videos. Buckle up and enjoy the ride. Happy trails!

[@03acerider]

Best heavy metal band ever!

[@oliphant2848]

You have stumbled by chance upon one of the best metal bands on the planet. The name of Lovebites' fandom is "the Wolfpack"; so on behalf of the Wolfpack, welcome to Lovebites! To answer your question first, yes, they are a metal band, they want to be a metal band, and they always play metal. That said, not all metal is as fast as this song, and Lovebites span a spectrum from classical 80s metal à la Iron Maiden, which was a big influence on them early on, to thrash metal à la Metallica, and increasingly and especially on their last and and on this new album (this song is the title track) to power metal à la Halloween, Dragonforce, Stratovarius, Sonata Arctica etc. (If you're not familiar with the term, power metal is a fast, melodic, virtuosic, mostly upbeat subgenre of metal that has mostly developed in Europe, South America and Japan starting from the late 1980s.) Lovebites also have a few hard rock/glam rock/soul influenced songs, and a few ballads, but their mainstay has become a (comparatively very heavy and fast and thrashy) form of power metal as of this album. Lovebites were founded in Tokyo in 2016. You wanted to know the name of the singer. Here is a list of the current lineup. Since the Japanese guard their privacy very tightly, we know only odds and ends about the members, and for two of them we don't even know the full or real name. Vocals - Asami (no family name known). Used to be an R'n'B club singer and rock backup singer before being invited to sing for Lovebites; she did not have any prior experience in metal. Seeing her in Lovebites, while she has taken her new role seriously from the start and has always done her best, over the years she seems to have become increasingly comfortable in her new skin, so to speak, and now even writes maybe a third of the music (and all lyrics), and her output is among their heaviest stuff. Her voice, while always good, is really, really superb on this new album too. Trivia facts: she studied ballet and spent some months in L.A. to learn hip hop dance; her English is not perfect, but for a Japanese person better than expected; she is one of the two more fluent ones in the band, the other one being Midori. She got married in 2021 and had a daughter in the summer of 2022, one of two young mothers in the band. Guitar (blonde) - Midori (full name Midori Tatematsu). Used to play in a somewhat anarchic Metalcore band called Gekijo Metalicche before Lovebites, but her musical tastes include everything, from metal to Bruno Mars and from deathcore to gospel. (Black gospel music that she heard on a trip to the states prompted her to write the Lovebites song "Glory to the World".) She doesn't seem to write much music; to date, she has written two Lovebites songs and co-written another ("We Are The Resurrection", the opener of the new album). Trivia fact: She has taken up bodybuilding since the pandemic, runs in Japanese competitions, and recently made 2nd place somewhere. You saw her guns. Besides the fact that when she was 20 or so, she quit studying pharmacy to enroll at a prestigious Osaka music college, nothing whatever is known about her private life. Oh yes: she started to learn the piano at age 2. Guitar (brunette) - Miyako (full name Miyako Watanabe). She is a classically trained pianist as well, plays keyboards on the studio recordings, and will occasionally throw in a Chopin étude at a Lovebites gig. She started to learn the piano at 3 and through her mother's tastes grew up on Deep Purple and Rainbow. Before Lovebites, she played in a rock/metalcore band called A Drop Of Joker and in a melodic hard rock band called 21g (21 grams, the weight of the soul according to an urban myth), which was fairly well known in Japan. She writes close to half of Lovebites songs and also arranges them together with their producer, Mao. Trivia facts: she is a huge Star Wars geek and has a cute little white dog called Wampa, after the yeti monster in The Empire Strikes Back; she married in 2021 and had a child as well in fall 2021, sex unknown. In their most recent live footage from 2021, she is four months pregnant. She is originally from Osaka. Bass - Fami (real name not known). Is only 20 years old and a sophomore in college. She has her own KZbin channel and became fairly well known on Japanese KZbin for her bass covers of J-pop hits (over 600,000 followers). She even published a first EP, "Graduation Album" (Japanese: Sotugyou Arubumu) about her memories of highschool, which is in a Latin/funk-infused pop style, very bubbly, very upbeat, very charming, very good songs. (I bought it in download form, and it is a great morning-before-work record.) She replaced former bassist Miho (full name: Miho Rosana) in an open three-round casting held in spring and summer last year and so is brand new. There is a short video about the casting (with subtitles) available here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYelYmyiqZh2hKs. (Miho had quit in August 2021 and was one of the founding members and most prolific contributors in their early years.) Trivia fact: Fami named herself Fami for what she thought would be a throwaway Twitter account after Family Mart, a Japanese convenience store chain that she liked, and the alias stuck when she became better known, the only musician I know named after a convenience store. Drums - Haruna (full name Haruna Yosai). Was one of the founding members together with Miho, with whom she had played in one of the earliest all-female Japanese metal bands, called Destrose ("Destructive Rose"). Destrose never really went anywhere because of multiple lineup changes, but those lineup changes meant that half the female metal scene in Japan has some form of connection to that band; it has spawned such bands as Mary's Blood (from which came Nemophila, who are also getting well known at this point even in the US), Lovebites, Fate Gear, Mardelas and recently Lonesome_Blue (for whom Asami has written some lyrics and who also sing almost exclusively in English). Trivia fact: Haruna is only 4'9" and is nicknamed "Little Big Engine" or "Pocket Nuke". Many Wolfpack members will show up and give you their personal recommendations, but really all 60 or so songs of their repertoire (four full albums, three EPs) are great. As I said, one of the best metal bands on the planet. But a fun song for your next reaction might be the second video off their new album, a song called "Stand And Deliver (Shoot 'em Down)", where you will see an entirely other side of the band. If you want a softer song, try "Empty Daydream" from their second album, still with their old bassist. Stand and Deliver: kzbin.info/www/bejne/anrQeHRtmLWsqNU Empty Daydream (live): kzbin.info/www/bejne/oonLkKiDgp5noLc

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Oliphant, your comment was held for review for some weird reason so sorry I am just getting back to you now. Thank you so much for your very detailed and informative comment. I really appreciate it. It gives me a little more sense of the band. They obviously are very talented and clearly take influence from many as you pointed out. I love that. I can't wait to do more. Thanks so much for tuning in. I really appreciate it :) xo

[@andreasvomdorp7852]

The backing vocals on the live version of Empty Daydream are so beautiful and haunting! Really love it.

[@oliphant2848]

@@playitagainsue My pleasure, I didn't even know KZbin does such a thing.

[@marting.h.9417]

Believe me, these women are beyond belief. They are extremely talented, skillful and exceptional musicians. It seems Lovebites is becoming one of the best metal bands in rock history. They are breaking stereotypes in the rock scene, not only metal. Welcomed to the mind-blowing world of Lovebites. In an interview, Miho (former bassist and founder of the band) said that they wanted to play as heavy as men but keeping their femininity. By the way, these women are really outstanding playing live, so many people will suggest reacting to their live performances.

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Martín. They are amazing. Hey do you know why the former bassist, Miho i think you said her name is, left the band. I would be interested to know. Thanks a bunch 🤩

[@marting.h.9417]

@@playitagainsue, to be honest, nobody knows why she left the band. Some people say that it was because she still was depressed by her father’s death, but neither Miho nor the management said anything specific; so everything about this issue is just speculation. We their fans were really in shock with the announcement of her departure. The band went into hiatus for about a year and a half, and at the beginning of this situation some people speculated that the band might break up. But, like many fans commented, they were too good to fail and that they still had so much to offer. I really thank Miho for creating a miracle, it was her vision.

[@playitagainsue]

@@marting.h.9417 thanks for that. It is interesting that it has never been explained but maybe it gives it all more mystique that way 🤩

[@paulread4886]

The power and skill of this band is immense live ! Check out Hammer Of Wrath, Swan Song w/ chopin intro and Raise Some Hell. Sue, welcome to their fan base , The Wolf Pack and prepare for total addiction to this band. You have been warned ! :: )

[@playitagainsue]

Haha thanks Paul, ok I will prepare myself. Thanks so much for commenting and your suggestions 😀

[@adidideen]

You just meet power/heavy metal female band , Lovebites. They just release their new album Judgement Day on Feb 22, 2023 with new bassist Fami. For next reaction, their new music video Stand and Deliver (Shoot'em Down) live in studio.🤘

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Adidi, I will definitely do that one. I look forward to it. Thanks for watching 🤩

[@Greish-esquire]

😁Stand and Deliver gives an indication of their Personalities. This MV has their new bassist "Fami" who took over from the Band founder "Miho" who left, amicably, for personal reasons. Most of the group ~31-32, Fami, 20, is an incredible BASS fernominum, in my opinion🥰 Welcombe to JRock, been stuck in this "Pidgeon" Hole (You will get it one day) for 6 years now!. OG Black Sabbath than from the UK

[@playitagainsue]

Awesome, thanks for watching 🤩

[@jrhaney11]

Lovebites are really incredible and many of their songs are fast paced masterpieces of musicianship!! I would recommend other all female bands like: 1. Band-Maid - choose me or dice 2. Nemophila- dissension 3. The Warning- choke or animosity

[@playitagainsue]

Thanks Jon, I look forward to doing more Lovebites. This song was incredible. Thanks for the suggestions from the other bands I will check them out 🤩

[@scifimonkey3]

You need to check out some of their live videos to see them deliver this speed metal just as perfectly. They really are class musicians! Try ‘Holy War’ or ‘Swan song- with the Chopin intro’.

[@outwest1014]

Asami, vocals and Midori, guitar are both English fluent, Asami is the main lyrics and writes the lyrics in English. Asami lived in LA while studying ballet.

[@playitagainsue]

Thanks for the clarification, Our West. I appreciate it 🤩

[@josemanuelperez2853]

Japan´s have "all female bands" from years ago. Some of the most famous starts in the 80 and some of them... are still active. One of the first female metal band and the most famous was Show-ya. Still active. Another famous band, this time punk-rock is Shonen Knife, again still active. Along the years, Japan has produced a lot of all-female bands, lot of them with really high quality. Even now they have a strong rock and metal scene. Names like Nemophila, Destrose, Stereopony, Mary´s Blood, Doll$Dox, Bridear, Fate-Gear, Aldious and a lot more. "Cute dress and Heavy Metal" is not a novelty, Aldious was doing this for years (and still do it). Rock bands like Band Maid, Scandal, Gacharic Spin, Chai, and the list goes on. And i´m talking only all female bands. If you add the male bands and the mixed ones, the list is really huge. Of course the main problems is... japanese. All of them sings almost everything in japanese. Lovebites is a big exception singing in english. Japan´s rabbit hole is really deep. And Lovebites... this song is from their 4th album, on sale this month. They starts in 2016 with some of the members of Destrose when they disband. Some bands are playing for more than a decade, some even more, even more than 40 years. Just see those ladies kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHe7k6CZqdWll7s They arent "young girls" anymore, but they still rocks. From years ago, there´s a concert every year in Tokyo only for all-femala bands, produced by those ladies.

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Jose, thanks for that. I have heard Shonen Knife but no others. I am very interested to do more. Thanks for watching 🤩

[@johnolexa1543]

You want a taste of them live that will knock your soxs off try "Holy War" live at Zepp DiverCity Tokyo 2020.

[@playitagainsue]

Thanks John, I will check that out. I appreciate you tuning in and commenting :)

[@ariefbudiman3147]

Maybe you should check out and react LOVEBITES another song.. chopin intro Swan song...i Bet you will like that song...

[@playitagainsue]

I definitely will, Arief 🤩

[@gatograto]

Yes, they are heavier and faster Iron Maiden. Your sense is excellent. Many people call the 4'10" singer Asami as female Bruce Dickinson, and they got a great influences from Iron Maiden, they even wrote a tribute to Aces High of Maiden, yet as you pointed out they have developing a new heavy metal style. Even you are not a serious heavy metal lover, they have songs you will definitely love. I suggest following songs . Stand and Deliver (Shoot'em Down): The latest MV, high-octane fun and groovy stuff kzbin.info/www/bejne/anrQeHRtmLWsqNU Epilogue: A live beautiful all slow ballad with phenomenal wiling solos of the guitar duo. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHqke4x4qtp-fa8 A Frozen Serenade: A most beautiful piece with surprises, live. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5aboYSMqpKFhJo Swan Song with Chopin Revolutionary Etude: Master piece, a tremendous live performance. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXPLpaSdnr14d5Y Enjoy!!

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Gatograto, thanks you for reaffirming my belief. I can totally see the influence Iron Maiden has had but they are completely their own thing. I haven't heard anything just like them before. I will be back with more of them. Thanks so much for tuning in 🤩🥰

[@DavidMISAMISAMISACook]

Fami Fami Fami!

[@dregeye]

Thanks for your enthusiastic joy experiencing LOVEBITES for first time! Although their entire catalogue of 60 songs is beyond excellent, they wisely chose a very contrasting song and distinctly different style of Music Video for the 2nd release from this album. Transitions between and within songs brings eclectic elements of surprise. "Stand And Deliver" : kzbin.info/www/bejne/anrQeHRtmLWsqNU 🐺

[@playitagainsue]

Thanks for that dregeye. I will look fwd to hearing it. They are very special! 🤩

[@hiawatha.g]

I see some others have mentioned other Japanese bands. Here is a short guide with links: You want more girl metal bands? Japan has had an active all-girl metal scene since at least 1981. There are hundreds of all-female or female-led bands, and a lot of them are bona-fide monsters. Here are a few you should really check out: Show-Ya (1981 The original female J-metal band, founded before Metallica-this is from their 24th (!) anniversary concert-and they are still touring) They belong in any rock or music hall of fame: “I am the Storm” kzbin.info/www/bejne/pXvCZnqsaNt5oLM Aldious (2008 Glamorous and kick-ass rockers-one of the first generation all-girl metal bands, along with Destrose) kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZfOe4dmp9eUY5o Band-Maid (2013 OK, there are 130+ great songs by them. Here is a live clip): kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHnTpningqaWesk Bridear (2011 Heavy, technical-and their tiny bassist also growls): kzbin.info/www/bejne/goKsdaSrmaySerM Doll$Boxx (2012 Insane mix of metal, electropop, and god-knows what else; a collaboration between Fuki and Gacharic Spin) kzbin.info/www/bejne/o6aVq2eLm56HncU Hagane (2018 Started with Sakura posting blistering metal guitar covers on youtube while in high-school, and the rest of the girls finding her; full lineup came together in 2019) kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWmxhYWAlN6Hrrs Hanabie (2019 Kawaii death metal, deathcore, thrash. Technical. Most frequent comment is “That’s nuts.” One of the bands to watch in 2023) kzbin.info/www/bejne/fWKbqqyshaiciq8 Lovebites (2016 Modern Power, Speed, Thrash and Heavy Metal. Already making a global splash. Here is their most famous official MV. After this, you have to see their live clips. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nn2plp9_bpiJoa8 Mary's Blood (2008 The first major Destrose Spin-out; recently disbanded) Here, Saki murders her guitar without breaking any nails: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g32wY6iki5Werbc Nemophila: (2019 Supergroup of ex-Mary's Blood guitarist Saki, ex-Lipstick vocalist Mayu, ex-Disqualia guitarist Hazuki, ex-Hölderlins bassist Haraguchi-san, and ex-Soramimi drummer Muratatam.) kzbin.info/www/bejne/opmQlYmCgLVmZ5Y Unlucky Morpheus (2008 Female leads Fuki (vo) and Jill (violin). This band is a deep well unto itself, they cross many subgenres of metal; Fuki and Jill also do other projects and Fuki is lead for at least two other bands including Doll$Boxx, above) kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXiuiJqDaa6CncU Wagakki Band (2012 Folk-Metal fusion band, all jedi-level musicians, half of them play traditional Japanese instruments and the other half play standard metal instruments) This song was originally written for a virtual (AI) singer, referred to as a Vocaloid kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2PQloqhjNaWY6s I have a much longer list if you decide to go down the rabbit hole. You’ll never get to all of them, but it’s a good reference to have. Just let me know.

[@03acerider]

You should do reactions the live versions of the songs! Check out Set The World On Fire!

[@mauriciorodrigues500]

DOPE

[@thedocofrock1890]

power, thrash and heavy metal are definitely their forte but they can play anything. ballads and power ballads along with some hard rock thrown in as an equalizer are all in their 60 song catalog. you will never be even remotely disappointed by any song you choose. the guitarist with the long dark hair is miyako and she is also a piano prodigy. 'swan song' with the chopin intro will show you another side of them. also 'a frozen serenade' will light up your life. here is the link to it in a live performance you won't soon forget : kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5aboYSMqpKFhJo

[@playitagainsue]

Thanks Doc, rhey are really talented. To be a piano prodigy is no easy feat. This was amazing to see and hear. I will definitely do more of them 🤩

[@taglechien]

the best band of power metal i love them so much ! and you did not see yet Myiako playing piano !!! Fami the new bassiste have a great youtube page too ;; i thing you can see all there song iit's just fantastic and in live wowwww ; from France

[@playitagainsue]

Hey Taglechien, greeting back to you from here in Canada. I will definitely do more of them. Thanks so much for watching. I appreciate it 🤩🥰

[@AniMeiGrrl]

Welcome to the Wolfpack, Sue! It was wonderful to watch your reaction as you discover what a lot of us feel is one of the best metal bands around today! This is their first single off of their new release, with their new bassist Fami. Asami is the vocalist, and she is incredible in a band full of multi-talented incredible musicians. Stand & Deliver (Shoot 'em Down) is another new one from the ladies, and it's vintage thrash metal. Check out Edge of the World (live) and Swan Song (live with Chopin intro) for some comparison and contrast and to see their range. They are just as good live, as they are in MV's!

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Kaylee, thank you so very much. Lovebites are incredible. I can't wait to dive into more of their stuff. I appreciate the suggestions 🐺💜

[@kielanuar213]

Much,much amazing band, the best in the world. These in ladies are a top notch musicians, almost all of 'em can play more than one instruments. Self composed 90% of the songs, some join with outside composer member. Most of songs were masterpiece. Try more👍👍🤘🤘

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Kiel, I will definitely do more of them. They were sensational. Absolute geniuses. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it :)

[@ChadTheDragonLord]

90% of Lovebites songs are heavy and fast like this, but they do have a number of slow ballads. Looks like you were as Lovebitten as the rest of us. Welcome to the wolfpack of fans - called that because Lovebites has a wolf on the cover of every album and are considered the white wolves of heavy metal for being different from all the other metal bands who wear black. I recommend "Edge of the World" for something slower and also showcases more of their phenomenal talent and more of Asami's amazing vocals. Use this link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/kKOcanVqh9uUg8U

[@playitagainsue]

Hey Chad thanks for that info about why fans are called the Wolfpack. I love that. They are one of a kind and i can't wait to dive more into them. Thanks for tuning in. I appreciate it :)

[@PaleHorseShabuShabu]

This was the first video from LOVEBITES' fourth studio album. It's also the first video with their new bass guitarist, 20 year old phenom who goes by the stage name Fami (no clue what her real name is). LOVEBITES was the second of three Japanese female five-piece bands I discovered a few years ago. The first was the great BAND-MAID and the third was Nemophila. All three have different styles, but all three are worth taking a look at. For LOVEBITES, I'd recommend their newest video, "Stand and Deliver (Shoot 'Em Down)", for Nemophila I'd recommend their video for "Revive," and for BAND-MAID, I'd recommend the live version of "Play." Japan has some *_great_* rock and metal bands.

[@playitagainsue]

Thanks for that, Pale Horse. Obviously I am going to have plenty of music to listen to from the 3 bands. I appreciate you tuning in 🤩

[@dg3258]

Yup, metal has officially moved to Japan and is quite happy there. 😋 LOVEBITES = 5 virtuosos in the relentless quest for PERFECTION. I think you said you're a casual listener of metal; another example of how infectious these ladies are. They suck you in, regardless of the music genre, because their music sounds so wonderful. I am a huge metal fan, have been for 35yrs, seen many of the greats from the 80s live (including Maiden x2, and Bruce Dickinson is his name!), and none of those bands measure up to these 5 ladies (imho). I listen to them pretty much 24x7. The talent in this band is mind-numbing. Presume you'll do Stand And Deliver MV next rightfully so (tip: turn on cc if you want to see lyrics, this song had it to). After that I strongly recommend A Frozen Serenade live 2021 kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5aboYSMqpKFhJo. A slower 80s-like MASTERPIECE with a nice surprise in the middle that is unforgettable. Hope you'll check it out! Great react Sue! 🤘

[@playitagainsue]

Omg, yes D G, they totally sucked me in. I can't qait to do move of them. Thanks for listening and for your great comment 🤩

[@dg3258]

@Play It Again, Sue! You will not be disappointed, they are amazing! Vocalist, Asami, has tremendous range. They are all so talented and have many songs I think you'll love!! 😀

[@Patrick_H.]

[@marcinpopawski8199]

🐺🤘LOVEBITES 🤘🐺 the team of five thrashpower metal godesses. "We're not here to be cute, we're here to be heavy" Asami🎤 R&B, jazz, soul, metal, rock singer, lyrics, (only English all songs one is exeption in Japanesse language) she trained ballet. Haruna 🥁⭐one of the best drummer worldwide, founder, back singer, (PEARL drums) Fami🎸 bass guitar player and composer (FREEDOM guitar, BACCHUS hand made, bespoke guitar) Midori🎸 lead, rythm guitar, spanish guitar, back singer, (ESP guitar) Miyako🎸 lead, rythm guitar, spanish guitar, piano, keybord, back singer, main composer but all Ladies compose. (DEAN guitar, GIBSON guitar) classic influences, piano virtuoso Welcome to the magic world of Lovebites. Thanks for Great review 🌹🌹🌹Miho Rosana🎸 ex_bass guitar player the legend and boss of the band, lyrics, founder, back singer, (ESP_AMAZE guitar) "OK, Haruna give me the beat" Asami to Haruna. "Scream for Me" Daughters of the Dawn~Live in Tokyo 2019 Nickname of Lovebites Fans WOLFPACK 🤘🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺🤘 Unofficial anthem "We The United" live Tokyo Zepp divercity 2020. Lovebites - Interview - Paris, France - November 20. 2018 Subtitles: English, Français, Deutsch, Español, русский, Italiano kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3zTe3WbaNhln5I The name of the band "Lovebites" derives from the song "Love Bites, So Do I" by Halestorm kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXS1knuBqtFrrrs Lovebites and Dragonforce London 2019 fall common tour kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZ-qgY2um7R0o8k NO TIME TO HESITATE LISTEN TO LOVEBITES kzbin.info/www/bejne/aambZqZ_nryIqNk LOVEBITES SOCIAL MEDIA facebook.com/LovebitesTheBand WOLFPACK SIDES LOVEBITES fans WE PLAY HEAVY METAL🐺🤘 facebook.com/groups/278200502817260 LOVEBITES Fans Worldwide 🌏🤘 facebook.com/groups/lovebitesfansworldwide LOVEBITES WORLDWIDE 🐺🌏 facebook.com/groups/Rosana.miho.lovebites LOVEBITES International Fanclub 🐺🌏 🤘 facebook.com/groups/lovebitesinternationalunofficialfanclub LOVEBITES_The Lovebites & Miho appreciation group 🐺🤘🌹facebook.com/groups/603076340973012/posts/613670429913603 LOVEBITES Pics 🐺📸🤘 facebook.com/Lovebites-Pics-107748192002193 LOVEBITES_European Wolfpack 🇪🇺🐺🤘facebook.com/groups/206362524872803/?ref=share LOVEBITES Latinoamérica 🌏 ⭐ facebook.com/groups/1154061975000348/?multi_permalinks=1204418293298049&notif_id=1642516878521875&notif_t=feedback_reaction_generic&ref=notif LOVEBITES BRASIL🇧🇷 facebook.com/groups/651554215413256 LOVEBITES France🇨🇵 facebook.com/LovebitesFrance LOVEBITES Fans Deutschland🤘WE PLAY HEAVY METAL 🇩🇪 facebook.com/groups/2234697443332496/?ref=share LOVEBITES POLSKA GIVE ME THE BEAT🇵🇱 facebook.com/groups/215822307683239 LOVEBITES / FANS ESPAÑOL 🇪🇸 facebook.com/groups/1160707970996372 LOVEBITES FANS ITALIA🇮🇹 facebook.com/groups/456590596125468 LOVEBITES USA🇺🇸 mobile.twitter.com/lovebites_usa "WE ARE LOVEBITES AND WE PLAY HEAVYYYY METAAAAL!!!" Stay safe. Stay Lovebites

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Marcin, thanks for that. I appreciate it. I will definitely do more of them. Thanks for tuning in 🤩

[@marcinpopawski8199]

​@@playitagainsue Yes very good review the day without Ladies is a lost day🎤🥁⭐️🎸🎸🎸 🐺🤘😎

[@785boats]

Just wait until you react to some of their live videos check them out on their official channel. Many suggestions by other commenters below. Just pick one. You can't go wrong. You will end up reacting to their whole catalogue. It's an addiction you won't want to kick. 'Scream For Me', live, will always be one of my favorites. I love seeing the faces of people seeing the White Wolves for the first time. Yours was precious.

[@playitagainsue]

Rhanks 785Boats, honestly I was shocked haha. That was an absolute treat to experience. Loved every second of it 🤩

[@daveminers3404]

FYI - Asami (lead singer) and Midori (blonde guitarist) both speak English fairly well. I know Asami studied here in the States for a year. Miyako (dark haired guitarist) speaks some English. Here's a video of Asami and Midori in a Q & A session: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaW6Y3l5nsmFnM0

[@playitagainsue]

Cool, thanks Dave. I will check it out. Thanks for tuning in 🤩

[@daveminers3404]

@@playitagainsue Here's another FYI: Lovebites is even better live. Try "The Awakening/Hammer of Wrath", "Break the Wall", or "Empty Daydream". I think I saw some of these suggested in the comments already.

[@Soulspinner001]

Loved the reaction and surprise!! They have been interviewed on J-Melo on the NHK Japan channel, twice if I recall correctly. That could be worth checking if you want to know about these ladies. To be honest, when it comes to Rock and the classic rock sound in Japan the ladies seem to rule the roost. You have obviously Lovebites, also Band Maid and Nemophila who have a large international following. Gacharic Spin "Mindset" being the song that blew up internationally. Hanabie relatively new but came in with a bang from single one. Also, Telecide, Dollsbox (Both sadly disbanded) Bridear, Mary's Blood. Then the female fronted bands like Unlucky Morpheous and Mardelas. I could list numerous but the ends of my fingers would go flat. All I can say is, if you wish to check out the Japanese rock seen will you not be disappointed with the quality of the musical talent on show. Enjoy your journey, if you care to take it. All the best from Edinburgh.

[@playitagainsue]

Thank you Soulspinner. I really enjoyed this. I am adding all the other bands to my list that you suggested. I can't wait to explore more. I appreciate you tuning in 🤩

[@georges9326]

3:52 Run to the Hills, yeah absolutely! 4:15 Not a huge fan of heavy metal music? Sue, you need to listen and react to Lovebites Swan Song + Chopin intro LIVE kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXPLpaSdnr14d5Y I will be waiting for this reaction! :)

[@playitagainsue]

Hi George, i will definitely check it out. They immediately grabbed my attention. They are awesome. Thanks so much for tuning in 🤩

[@topographic1973ify]

Best power metal band around. For the best rock band listen to Band Maid.

[@playitagainsue]

Hey Topgraphic, thanks for tuning in. I appreciate it. I will definitely check them out 🤩

[@topographic1973ify]

@@playitagainsue They're all female too. There are a number of great all female bands out of Japan, I think you'll like them. For Band Maid everyone listens to THRILL first because it's their first video that saved the band's recording deal. For the newest thing, check out FROM NOW ON to see how far they've come (it's an instrumental but they still have their vocalist). Another thing, the new bass player plays on this video but if you want to watch them live watch SET THE WORLD ON FIRE for starters. With Band Maid you can watch anything live. They're both really great live bands and you might think they're even better live than the MVS. Have fun. Oh, by the way, Band Maids' hard core fans are called Maidiacs and Lovesbites fans are call The Wolfpack.

[@playitagainsue]

@@topographic1973ify Thank you for all the info. Rhat is awesome. I love that the fans have nicknames. That amazing 🤩

[@evilvolts]

Asami-Vocals Midori (Blonde Shredder) Guitars Miyako Guitars/Piano Bass Fami (Original Bassist and founder Miho left in 2021) Haruna Drums

[@playitagainsue]

Thanks Ponyboy. I appreciate you tuning in and letting me know who everyone is. Thanks a bunch 🤩

[@1970Phoenix]

Suggestion - switch on Closed Captions for the lyrics. Asami (singer) can be difficult to understand for the untrained ear, so having the lyrics on screen is helpful.

[@playitagainsue]

Hey Evidence, great suggestion. Thanks 🤩

[@gitterich]

I see the Beatles' "White Album" is on the shelf behind you. Then this Lovebites song is probably the first heavy metal song you've heard since "Helter Skelter" in 1968?😂

[@playitagainsue]

Haha 🤣 😄 😂

[@ericdarlington2332]

welcome to the wolfpack since i first discoverd this group i have een hooked too !

[@playitagainsue]

Thanks Eric 🤩

[@ericdarlington2332]

@@playitagainsue you are quite welcome check out swan song the live performance you will see what they are capable of live it is to awesome for words

[@ericdarlington2332]

@@playitagainsue kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXPLpaSdnr14d5Y this live performance will show you what they can do i am in awe of them (and i am a musiscian)

[@milanvujadinovic4123]

Yes, those ladies are one of the best metal bands on this planet. If you are surprised that girls could be that good, I recommend you to check another all-female Japan band called "Nemophila"! They are great band, too. From both bands you could check ANY song! They don't make songs just to "fill" the album, or something. They make SONGS, if you know what I mean! 😀 From "Nemophila", I would recommend you (for start) song "Adabana" (one of my favorites) but as I said, you could check any song!

[@playitagainsue]

Thanks Milan, i will definitely check them out 🤩

[@react-o-mat]

Their latest album (called 'Judgement Day' as well) just came out! Great video btw and just to let you know the japanese rock/metal scene has a lot to offer! I mostly listen to japanese music since I discovered it, just because it's so good 😅🤘

[@playitagainsue]

Hi React-o-Mat, thanks for that. Wow rhat us impressive. There must be some amazing bands in Japan if that us all you listen to...much to explore for me then. Thanks so much for tuning in and your kind words 🤩

[@react-o-mat]

@@playitagainsue It might not all be your style, but I'll just drop some band names for you 😉 Babymetal, Band-Maid, Nemophila, Hanabie, Unlucky Morpheus, Wagakki Band, Trident, Passcode, Ladybaby... I think that's enough for a start 😂 but of course don't forget about Lovebites 😉 Have fun exploring 👍

[@playitagainsue]

@@react-o-mat thank you so much. I will check them out. I appreciate the suggestions 🤩💜

[@jimilgenfitz6998]

Welcome to LOVEBITES.....your mind will be blown away every time! Thanks 🤯🤘

[@jonnyberggren4598]

When will you do the next reaction to this amazing band ?

[@playitagainsue]

Hey Jonny, I just put Stand & Deliver up on the channel yesterday so check it out if you are interested :)

[@evilvolts]

Midori also won a Body Building 2nd place prize recently so that's why her arms are ripped. Welcome to the Wolfpack you have been Lovebitten ]:) If you think this makes you want to drive fastr listen to the studio version of their song Shadowmaker. Shadowmaker kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJSUhauXaJiLe9k

[@playitagainsue]

Ok, that make sense because she has serious muscles in her arms. Cool I will check it out. Thanks Ponyboy 🤩

[@obud3777]

Asami: Vocals, Piano, The One And Only Voice And she is by now used to translating her lyrics into English (She lived in the States) Haruna: Drums The Little BIG Engine Midori: Guitars, Backing Vocals, The Crazy Shredder, She is a professional bodybuilder Miyako: Guitars, Keyboards, Piano, Keytar, Backing Vocals, Main Composer, The Golden Touch Fami: Bass Guitar, Backing Vocals (New Bassist) Next Lovebites song: "A Frozen Serenade" Live!

[@playitagainsue]

Hi O bud, thanks so much for that. I appreciate it. 🤩

[@billyboyles]

Watch their live videos start with "Holy War" and go from there . I haven't found a bad or filler track yet. I enjoyed yr reaction

[@playitagainsue]

Hi C Taylor, thanks so much for that. I will check them out. I appreciate you tuning in 🤩

[@denabach]

I thought to myself as I watched the mv for " Judgement Day " , well this is going to be one tough song to play live and it's going to be a challenge for Asami's vocals. Ha, ha, I was wrong !!!! They were even better live than the mv and Asami completely destroyed any doubts on how awesome her vocals are.

[@playitagainsue]

That is amazing, Denabach! I bet that was so cool to see them 🤩

[@denabach]

@@playitagainsue I'm talking about the live concert mv version of " Judgement Day " . No way lucky enough to see them in person "YET !!!! " And I agree, I bet both amazing and cool.

[@playitagainsue]

@denabach haha ok, sorry I thought you meant you saw them lol. Hopefully one day you wiil for sure!!! 🤩

[@marcoskazu_]

🐺🐺🐺🐺🐺

[@highwaystar1021]

Check out the live version of Swan Song!

[@playitagainsue]

Will do Highwaystar. Thanks 😀

[@ManekiNeko1972]

Welcome to literally the hottest thing right now in metal.. check out Nemophila, Fate Gear, Mutant Monster, Bridear, Band-Maid and Aldious too, just for starters.

[@playitagainsue]

Yes they are something special, ManekiNeko. I will definitely check the others out too. Thanks so much for tuning in. I appreciate it :)

[@ManekiNeko1972]

@@playitagainsue Heavy metal in 2023 is global. There are good acts all over the world you just have to find them. The best way to do that is to ask on Facebook and use spotify.

[@gitterich]

Thank you for your opinion, that was very good. I've been a big LOVEbites fan for 3 years and fans never get enough of it so : S u g g e s t i o n s for next reaction V i d e o s: (Copy the following sentence lines and enter them into the KZbin search bar, you will find the videos) New Songs from the new LOVEBITES - LP Judgement Day : LOVEBITES music video - Stand And Deliver LOVEBITES music video - Judgement Day ALL LIVE !!! LOVEBITES - Raise some Hell - Zepp Diver City live 2020 LOVEBITES - The Hammer Of Wrath - Zepp Diver City live 2020 LOVEBITES - Thunder Vengeance - Zepp Diver City live 2020 LOVEBITES - Break the Wall - Zepp Diver City live 2020 Members : Asami : Vocals, Piano Haruna Ishikawa : Drums Midori Tatematsu : Lead Guitar, backing vocals Miyako Watanabe : Lead Guitar, Keyboard , Piano, Keytar, backing vocals FAMI : Bass Founder : Miho Rosana : Bass (2016-2021) INFO : Miyako + Midori are the best guitar duo in 3 decades ! All Lovebites women are masters. These Ladies write, compose and arrange their own songs. Over 60 premium songs in 6 years and not a single weak song. Masters in live playing and geniuses in composing. LOVEBITES: Their gimmick is their ability! - This women play different styles, but always hard and fast. Thrash Metal + Power Metal + Speed Metal + Metal Ballads. 🤘LOVEbites🤘

[@playitagainsue]

Thanks Gitterich, i appreciate all your info. You are very knowledgeable. Thanks so much for watching 🤩

[@Hegasich]

Yeah! Asami-san (singer) is perfect, I'm so addicted to her voice since the first day I heard it 👑❤️ This is the best heavy metal band👑🤘🐺🤘🔥 I would like to recommend this song: Holy War (live 2020) kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJikqaN7paqWpNE Swan song (+ Chopin intro) (live 2020) kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXPLpaSdnr14d5Y

[@playitagainsue]

Hi Hegasich, she has a stunning voice! She could sing any kind of music. It is so powerful...beautiful. i will be doing more Lovebites for sure 🤩🥰

[@ENGINEusa]

Hi try..Lovebites -stand and deliver official vid. Also try..Bandmaid- Dice official vid 🤟

[@playitagainsue]

Will do, Royale B! They were amazing. Can't wait to hear more from them. Thanks for tuning in :)

[@davidornberg]

Welcome to the amazing japanese music scene.. there are tons of amazing all female bands from Japan nowadays. Just for an example. The other huge band from Japan now is Band-Maid. More hardrock band, Nemophila is metalband, Lonesome Blue metal band, Fate Gear Steampunk metal, and so on....if You stick to the Japanese route we will change Your music life forever...

[@playitagainsue]

Wow, thanks David! I have had no idea on what I was missing out on. So many new bands to explore. Thanks for that 🤩🤘