WOW!! First Reaction Band Maid INSTRUMENTALS From Now On, Onset!

These instrumentals are insane!!
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[@TheRiisingSun]

It's so insane how clear it is to hear when someone truly love playing their instruments. Not just going through the motions to play the songs. You can hear in every single of one these girls' way of playing that they love this. Especially that drummer. I love her!

[@Pit_Wizard]

I saw them live a couple of weeks ago. They're a bunch of absolute goofballs, there's not a shred of ego among them. They're completely genuine and they're doing what they were born to do, how could anyone not love that?

[@mikeat2637]

Same here. I saw them twice, once in NYC and once in New Jersey and it was something I will never forget. And there is NO ego involved at all !!!!

[@mikeat2637]

And Miku's Majinai Time and Saiki's Japanese Lesson are a very enjoyable light moments where they endear themselves to the fans.

[@guyfrattallone6029]

I saw them in Boston. The space was small and intimate. We were so close to the Maids. It was a great night of music and laughs.

[@fturla___156]

You hit it on the head. It seems as though Kanami Tōno was a student of Joe Satriani from the very first music video a decade ago

[@mikeat2637]

I'm 75 and have been following rock since the mid-to-late 50's and have seen and heard them all, and this is the best rock instrumental I've ever heard, bar none. Back in the early 60's with the beginning of surf rock there were a lot of instrumentals from the likes of the Ventures and the Surfaris and The Rip Chords. And over in England The Shadows were an excellent instrumental group around the same time. But at some point, sadly, it died out. It was great when I first heard Band-Maid, and especially Onset. I was very impressed. I have to do a deep dive on From Now On to see what other kind of sorcery Kanamincho has come up with. She really is a savant when it comes to composition.

[@mikeat2637]

And when we get to Kanami's solo, there is such a southern rock vibe to it, like Gary Rossington of Lynyrd Skynyrd.

[@jz55859]

Not to mention Misa is a world class bass player. I'm a 67 year old rock guitarist and understand the absolute need for a great foundation. She is not only a Effin metronome but shreds while she's at it. She's a true virtuoso on Bass.

[@mikeat2637]

@@jz55859 You hit the nail on the head. Misa is a virtuoso for sure. I read somewhere that she has a background in the cello, and I think that her exposure in that milieu only makes her a better bassist. When you learn the classical approach, I feel it gives the musician a very solid background on how to blend their work into the overall sound of the group. I can't think of any better power trio than Kanami, Misa and Akane, and it shows in every song they do. And the little pigeon, po, has slotted into the exact spot she is needed and has become a very fine guitarist for someone who had never played one before. I daresay that at present, they are the perfect group from all standpoints, composing, lyrics, sheer power of artistry, and that one thing that is most important, they are pretty much joined at the hip and work as one unit.

[@killiansred1000]

The best interview I’ve found, so far, is on a Japanese TV show, ‘Gold Rush #73 & 74.’ It has English subtitles. FYI: Jimmy Page saw BM and was so impressed with Akane, drummer, asked to meet her back stage. Misa, bass, writes all of her parts in BM’s songs. A chant of, “Misa, Misa, Misa,” is common at shows. They have rapport with their fans unlike any other I’ve seen. The show I saw during this recent US tour had 2 intermission. One of them is Omanijni where Miku has her magic spell time. The other one was Saiki sensei and Kanami teaching the crowd some Japanese words.

[@MichaelNolen]

Akane thought they were trolling her about Page.

[@AS-ov4fh]

I saw them in Maryland and Boston. I was trying to follow Kanami’s hands….. I could not do it, her hands move so fast. Incredible guitarist, they are all the top echelon of musicians.

[@色空-e5o]

The guitarist who composes most of the band's music is Kanami(Mincyo)

[@irwinwei73]

BM’s work ethic and drive for excellence while staying humble (and not taking themselves too seriously) is really inspiring! Their appeal really goes beyond their music alone.

[@barrycounts490]

Some more instrumentals from Band-Maid are " Without Holding Back " and " Dawn Winery Theme " ! These four instrumentals all sound completely different ! Band-Maid Best Hard Rock Band Around !! Thanks Great Reaction !!

[@edwardallen4051]

The instrumental version of Giovanni is also superb

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thank you Barry

[@sobabruddah7576]

Don't forget "Don't Be Long", the B-side to "Different"!!!👍👍🤘🤘🤘

[@barrycounts490]

@@sobabruddah7576 I haven't listened to that one yet . Thanks =)

[@sobabruddah7576]

@@barrycounts490 It kicks ass...🤔...just like the others!!!🤘🤘🤘

[@rustygear447]

Band-Maid is the one band that every instrument is the lead instrument.

[@massimilianocerone3981]

13:27 when the bass enter... pure gold! cheers from Italy

[@Cheezyxyz]

Yes, yes it is!

[@mikeat2637]

Every time I watch From Now On, I pick up something I missed before, and listening with a great set of Bose headphones is a real pleasure. You can pick up so many different nuances, it's just amazing. And Onset, is well...........Onset. There's not much more to say. Kanami is such a Mozart-like savant in her compositions, with some Brian Wilson thrown in for good measure. She never fails to surprise you by doing something more wild and creative than the last thing she did. It just leaves you speechless.

[@Bekka_Noyb]

They played these back to back (reverse order) in Philly! Was awesome! ♥

[@roygillotti4615]

Also to note, they can do these Instrumentals just as good live, saw them at this show in Boston and it was Phenomenal live. Vladimir Chupin caught most of the US Tour this year. Link to Raw Concert Video if you wish to see it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5jQeWd7mNyleZo

[@guyfrattallone6029]

I saw them in Boston too! We were so close to the Maids. Just fantastic!

[@PeterE_1]

We all love our favorite Gorilla! Akane is a beast! 😄 Her infectious smile always makes me happy, and she is goofy and fun even of stage. These girls makes even the coldest heart to melt. Talent, love and friendship have made this band one of the best out there! 😍

[@JazzFatcho]

Check "BAND-MAID Documentary" videos made by Ohrenje. /SAIKI (Lead Vocal) /KANAMI (Lead guitar) /AKANE (Drums).

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thank you Jazz!

[@jkh0121]

I love their confidence. Who dare to release instrumentals nowadays? They continuously try to make new great instrumental. How cannot we love this band? 😊

[@jkkansasband7056]

Cheezy you hit all good points. BAND-MAID is simply Awesomazing. Their synergy allows them to perform these Live flawlessly (I will atest). Their recognition needs to grow at all costs. Their talent is almost beyond compare. Their arrangements keep you interested at ALL times. And they have FUN playing for you. AWESOMAZING. Good thing Band-Maid has dozens more great videos and songs ahead. There are many interviews out there that will engage and delight you. Peace. 1.2

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thanks JK

[@GaryHolloway-810]

So jk are you saying you quite like them then?🤷‍♂️🤭

[@jkkansasband7056]

@@GaryHolloway-810 Gary, I have never been more obsessed with any band since the 70's ended. The internet/social media accessibility does not help matters. If only I had unlimited funds. I just missed hitting that $2 billion Powerball lottery yesterday by 5 numbers. It's a shame you need all 6. 😲🤣

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@jkkansasband7056 The 80's & early 90's were the last great Rock/Metal Genres eras for me....until BAND-MAID came along & became my fave band in the whole history of everything. Haha.😮So close jk, i only found out the other day that i can do the US lottery here. Isn't it a $1 billion + jackpot that hasn't been won?

[@jkkansasband7056]

@@GaryHolloway-810 It's BAND-MAID until the cows come home. There was one winning ticket yesterday. Annuity was $2 billion, if you want the cash right now it was $1billion. If I won I think I would buy Pony Canyon. 🤣

[@Bodneyblue]

A fan favourite interview is the one from "Music Gold Rush"..from a number of years ago....In a section where an ex-band musician puts forward there choice of band for the show to interview..And it's BAND-MAID...It's alot of fun!..has English subs. ..Look for.."BAND-MAID interview - Music Gold Rush #73 & #74 [English & Spanish CC]"..Kanami is totally adorable!🥰..But then again..they all are!..Such a special group of ladies..Long May They Reign!👑

[@nem447]

_Akane aka Drumzilla_ is a must study if you play the drums, for her rhythmic double base work, fill choices, and accuracy. 🤘

[@FatTulip.]

Band Maid have hooked in another reactor, welcome aboard po!

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thanks FatTulip!

[@prutgardin666]

It's Miku (rhythm guitar) that uses the EvH stack. Kanami (lead guitar) uses a Mesa Boogie Triple Rectifier ;)

[@philipcable437]

Yeah Kanami's 150watt MESA is a beast!!

[@tonygriffin_]

There's a few more instrumentals out there...Without Holding Back ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5mlZYl7Zb57h9E ) and Don't Be Long ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZ-yZIF3mJWpgtk ) and Dawn Winery Theme ( kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppjagZWlacqifa8 ).

[@ロベルさん菜園]

Cheers, Tony! Cheez, you must absolutely react on them!

[@frankgonzalez4853]

there's also the "unfinished" instrumental "go nuts!"

[@yerayortiz7285]

@@frankgonzalez4853 and Want More, the Slipknot's Duality cover, Hard Wash, and why not the instrumental versions of No God, Giovanni, After Life, Domination... 🤘🕊️

[@tonygriffin_]

@@yerayortiz7285 Great! Do what I did and give him the links as I haven't got links to any of those.

[@vincenzo-maidiac-5457]

From now on is a absolute masterpiece! I can't get over.

[@asicdathens]

The rhythm guitarist started the band. Initially she didn't know how to play guitar and now she has her own signature model

[@Cheezyxyz]

That's awesome! Thanks for sharing 🤘🤘

it may come as a surprise but today the best drummers come from japan and they're all girls: Akane, Haruna, Tamu, Senri, Yoyoka..

[@DominicKirby1967]

The best rhythm section I have heard in a very long time. I taught myself to play the drums as a teenager and have always regretted not getting lessons. Even now in my mid-50s, I would love to have a fraction of Akane's ability.

[@TomClark-Futoura]

Just recently saw “From Now On” live. OMNG! Kanami riffed her ass off. And the BPM's matched the DB's! 😶‍🌫Thx, Cheez!

[@DoctorChange106]

suggest RINNE, Daydreaming, No Existece

[@jeremydawkins8814]

The Music Goldrush interview is a good one to see. Also the Young guitar interview.

[@DAVID-io9nj]

There are many instrumental only versions of most of their songs floating around. I bring this up because I find the vocals act as a leavening agent, masking how hard the music is. Their music is just flat out killer. An interesting oddity is their cover of a Slipknot song, done as a off the cuff livestream some years back.

[@dragonmac1234]

MISA MISA MISA, The Mistress Of Thunder always puts a big smile on my face. And Akane's double kick drumming is insane, they are a tight rhythm section. In my opinion they are Band-Maid's secret weapon.

[@Cheezyxyz]

100%

[@stevehall5128]

Along with the suggestions for interviews, you can search for "Band-Maid Omajinai Time" on KZbin to see them goof around on stage with the audience.

[@micko11154]

Lead guitarist Kanami (Kanamincho, Mincho) Uses a Mesa Triple Rectifier head and Mesa 4/12 cabinet. Rhythm guitarist Miku uses the EVH half stack. Cheers!

[@GeographRick]

When I saw them in DC they played “Onset” followed by “From Now On”. They are amazing live. I got to stand about 8 feet away from Misa. She is all over that bass.

[@TheJerm]

Holy Cow! If, a year and a half ago when I was new to The Maids, I would have heard/seen "From Now On" and "Onset" back-to back, I would have melted into a quivering pool of helplessness. As it stands now, I'm trying not to pass out... You, Cheezyxyz, are a stronger man than I. 🤯 Oh, in case no one has mentioned it, Band-Maid an The Warning met at The Aftershock Festival recently. There's videos of the historic event on this very platform. Highly recommend! Thanks man! 🕊

[@JK-tz6kk]

This is more intense than in-person. The cinematics are out of this world. I've seen Kanami perform this live up-close (on her side), but I always have these images in my mind. I have this on Blu-Ray. In fact, I have a few of the Blu-Ray albums (unopened), but no Blu-Ray player (Haven't had the chance to go shopping for one). So, I rely on YT rxns, and going to see them live (that's my excuse to the wife 🤓). Once she finds out that I'm going to Tokyo Garden (We in LA), she may just get me one for Christmas and I'll be sleeping on the couch, Po! 🦍 Look for Band Maid 2015 Music Gold Rush interview #73/74 by RandomMusic @BAND-MAID YT channel.

[@danjoseph7515]

From Now On & Onset = Just a couple of average every day MASTERPIECES by BAND-MAID!! I really think you'd enjoy comparing Secret My Lips to Secret Maiko Lips, which is performed by Band Maiko, their traditional April Fools alter ego band. Fun, BEAUTIFUL & and AWESOME song! (Both versions!) Thanks again!🤘🤩🤘

[@roygillotti4615]

Kind of wished you reacted the other way around ( Oldest to Newest ), because at the time Onset was fantastic Instrumental that blew people's minds and From Now On is just crazy on top of that.

[@Cheezyxyz]

Fun Fact: I had them flip flopped right before recording but the way I did the thumbnail made (maid) me switch it around..since this is my true first listen, I had no idea what I was getting into.

[@zolitoth2458]

First, I would also recommend Gold rush #73 and #74 from 2016. Informative and humorous reports with them. But don't be surprised by anything...

[@tavo-oporto]

One of MISA (bass player) talented among many is her technique to switch between pick and slap by putting her pick behind her ring finger really fast. Nice reactions, and about interview there is one with English subtitles from many years ago for a tv show in Japan where they show their personalities

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thanks Tavo!

[@tavo-oporto]

@@Cheezyxyz here is the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWWphayEiNiqp6M

[@billb.5183]

MISA tucks her pick behind her index finger. 😀

[@surfingasongwave]

@@billb.5183 Nah, she makes a small slit in the space-time continuum and slips it in there. It's a technique she learned from the extraterrestrials she met that one time. She drew the picture on her custom Zippo lighter.

[@surfingasongwave]

@@Cheezyxyz MISA tends to be pretty quiet in interviews, but there is a radio interview where she really opens up. It is on Ohrenje's channel with title "BAND-MAID Moments / Interview with MISA -Part 1-" (there is more but I don't the Ohrenje has uploaded it yet). Chris is a bass player himself and I think he put her at ease before asking more personal questions. It was broadcast on radio so there's not any video, but Ohrenje did some artwork and added English subtitles. It is quite good.

[@squaresphere]

I love when reactors have that moment of analysis for Band Maid that goes "Wow, what was that?" to "OMG I think this is something special"

[@DavidMISAMISAMISACook]

MISA MISA MISA!!!!! MISA MISA MISA!!!!!

[@greylocke100]

If you go over to the Reddit Band-Maid SubReddit you can find translations of the many interviews the Ladies have done. Also on KZbin if you look for Band-Maid Music Gold Rush, you will find parts one and two, which there are several copies, ut one has the translation embeded the other you will have to use the close captions.

[@stevenclark7600]

Cheezy,the best interview is the ,,band maid Gold Rush,,tells you all you need to know.

[@andreaspedersen3952]

"Without holding back" is just as 👍

[@matthewkleist1580]

It is of my opinion that From Now On is the greatest song to ever be written. I just about died when I saw it live in DC.

[@BessieRiggs]

Same! I was at that show on Kanami’s side of the stage so I saw her solos up close. What a great show!!

[@frantaf]

I love their instrumentals. I dont have an interview link for you, but check The band all have a go at drumming (the name says it all) or Kanami goes wild (special intro solo for live shows for song Moratorium) great moments from live shows.

[@philipcable437]

Miku's magic time in London

[@GaryHolloway-810]

I didn't think another B-M instrumental could be as good as "Onset" but both of these songs are to BAND-MAID as BAND-MAID is to the sun....Totally dazzling.😎

[@80mtn]

This is sublime. Mincho! Mincho! Mincho!

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@80mtn MINCHOMANIA rules.😁

[@jkkansasband7056]

@@GaryHolloway-810 Of course I love all the Maids equally but I do have a favorite Maid. Those that say they don't are just being PC. 🥰

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@jkkansasband7056 I was the "Difficult" 2nd child😪 that's why i love all the Maids equally....apart from Mincho who i love equally more cos she was the 2nd member.😏

[@jkkansasband7056]

@@GaryHolloway-810 Oooo... Second child syndrome. It's all true. They can have a "difficult" time of it. Especially is they're competing against the elder. Mincho has survived the syndrome with flying colors. 🥰

[@terrancejordan7484]

So glad you are doing two songs for each reaction!! You have a lot of music knowledge! I'm surprised you didn't notice Misa (bassist) tucking her pick in her index finger to slap. She's the only bassist I know of that can do that. Great reaction!!

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thanks Terrance! I appreciate you. I'll look back at the slapping parts 🧀🤘

[@stevehall5128]

The really hard part is UNtucking it in a split-second the way she does. I actually wonder if she's got some stickum on the end of her index finger but...nah, just MISA magic.

[@starocean6013]

Remember no talking while kanamim is speaking hame on you so you need to watch the hug the queen and the princess it's a must no seriously a must!!!!

[@arminthielen8570]

Always amazing to watch them . They are Masters of catchy choruses , half times and the " one " bar of silence to hype you up. Great Songwriting . Without Holding back is another amazing Instrumental . BTW Jimmy Page from Led Zeppelin saw them in Tokyo , and wanted to go backsatge to take a selfie with Akane ( Drummer ) . She tought someone were making Fun of her ! He said that she was one of the best live Drummers he had seen in his Life . He even called her the Incarnation of John Bonham . What a Compliment .( sorry for my english , i am german ) Love your Reactions btw

[@jagjag3236]

Sorry, but he NEVER said she was a reincarnation of Bonham. Someone wished he had said that. Good enough as it is and where it was.

[@arminthielen8570]

@@jagjag3236 ok sorry read that a few times , but obviously wrong . She s amazing any way :)

[@jagjag3236]

@@arminthielen8570 No reason to apologize. Thanks anyway. Live well.

[@himbo754]

"I love the drums" Akane is such a good drummer -- always playing exactly what the music needs at each point.

[@snakewhisperer1]

Enjoying the reactions and subbed. As a guitar nerd I feel like I should clarify: The EVH 5150 is rhythm guitarist, Miku's amp. Lead guitarist, Kanami plays through a Mesa Boogie Triple Rectifier.

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thanks for the info and support Ron!

[@bender4415]

Hello nice Reaction. The Gold Rush Interview have English subtitel and is really fun to watch. The Interview is splittet in 2 Videos. And Sorry for my Bad English 🙂

[@falconsooner]

People have mentioned Without Holding Back but Don't Be Long is also very good.

[@etoineschrdlu9382]

These ladies are one of the hardest working bands on the planet. They push each other and work as a team. Their live shows are about as high energy as it gets and their stage show is as entertaining as can be. Their lead vocalist is every bit as talented as the rest of the group. The only complaint I've ever heard is that their earlier albums are over compressed and make for difficult listening. But their live videos are much better. Their story is amazing.

[@mikeat2637]

When Kanami worked with the sound engineers on the Band-Maiko videos, it opened up a whole new world for her in adding different sounds and instruments to the backing tracks, and it's really on display in From Now On.

[@elchamuko73]

Don’t know if you notice the bass solo, she went from using a pick to finger jamming to slap bass. First time hearing them. I had never seen them. Thanks for the reaction.

[@Cheezyxyz]

That's amazing! Thanks for the info my friend 🤘🤘🧀🧀

[@ricardo__jr]

ONSET is from "Band-Maid Tour Live" held by BAND-MAID at Zepp Tokyo on April 13, 2018 Please subscribe to their channel (if you haven't): kzbin.infovideos Setlist: 01． Domination 02． Play 03． Spirit!! 04． The Non-fiction Days 05． Moratoriamu 06． Alive-or-dead 07． Cross 08． Turn Me On 09． Don’t You Tell Me 10． Daydreaming 11． One And Only 12． Puzzle 13． Anemone 14． Dice 15． Secret My Lips 16． Clang 17． Fate 18． Onset 19． Carry On Living 20． Alone 21． Rock In Me 22． I Can’t Live Without You. 23． You. 24． Freedom 25． Real Existence 26． Choose Me

[@208u09]

without holding back, onset, dont be long, from now on all instrumentals are amazing, all their songs are just on a different level. other guitarists have different phrases while kanami use many styles of phrases.

[@philproffitt8363]

Cheezy...you bring the calm while Maids bring the storm 😁👍 You'll like 'Play' Live...finishes right where the Domination Live video starts. Began as instrumental but Saiki told the Bird to write some words. Its pure raw Maidage 👌🤘🤘🤘

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thanks Phil!

[@alanstamper4345]

Like I told a friend a while back. Their instrumentals are kinda like Joe Satriani, except that all of them play their instruments as well as Joe Satriani.

[@redj59]

How did they all come start at the same time. Awesome. A tight group for sure.

[@etoineschrdlu9382]

What I love about Kanami's riffs is that she'll start off with something you've heard a hundred times before and you'll think she's going the expected, clichéd direction, but instead she highjacks it and goes into new, unexpected territory. Brilliant!

[@redj59]

The growth and change from Onset to From Now On is incredible

[@zabriabubakar5982]

Check out ASTERISM songs Dawn, Rising Moon, Blaze, female guitarist watch her solo's and 7string bass solo's.....

[@masahiros.1405]

With the addition of saiki's vocals, the best hard rock band at the moment is complete! I got goosebumps when I realized that! Listening to these instrumental songs, I was once again impressed by the amazing vocalist saiki. Listen to all their songs in detail. It will be an incredible experience.

[@elevown]

Thanks for the great reactions :) They are all amazing instrumentalists- but it usually is the bassist Misa and drummer Akane who stand out first to people. If I can recommend their songs that should be reacted to the MVs - Blooming, warning, daydreaming, dice, manners, rinne - to name the best ones :) If you would like to hear some of Akane's best work, try their other great instrumental 'without holding back' - or maybe the best drumming, in the oft overlooked incredible 'honkai'. Also of note is the amazing black hole (the live that comes with manners) - but imo it stands out even more for the incredible bass work all the way through if you pay attention. p.s A few of these like Honkai do not have an official live or MV - but please dont react to the poor quality fan recordings. Its much better to react to the album version with just the music. The only live ive seen of honkai is pretty bad audio and it spoils it imo. The just music album version in on YT like probably most of their songs.

[@785boats]

I see you love the work that Akane puts in behind the kit. So please take a look at the official live version of 'Freedom'. She does a tasty drum solo in that one, that I think you will really appreciate.

[@nhy3543]

I really like your reactions to BandMaid songs. Subbed!

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thanks NH Y!

[@actuallynotsteve]

I've become such a fucking Maidiac in a couple of weeks it's insane. I've never found out about a band on a Friday, and spent $750 that same Sunday to see them in a different state - ever. They're special.

[@nigelsixx8126]

i don't know that there's ever been a group that has had such an -emotional- DRUMMER... this drummer is -SO- talented, and so sweet, succinct and truly -emotional-, like eddie van was on a guitar... do you know what i mean??

[@amievil3697]

Kanami style is such an enigma! I always wonder how she went from wanting to be a singer-song writer to her current rendition

[@thisismadness6962]

Nice. Going back to the beginning is always a good idea when there is a lot to digest. This was a pretty sweet set for a reaction video. Kanami, lead guitar and song writer, develops the backing tracks. She studied piano since before grade school. I believe she did the final version in the studio for older songs. Not sure if she created/recorded the backing track for From Now On, but I'm pretty sure it was her music. The others apparently wanted an instrumental with an orchestral backing track and she obliged.

[@greylocke100]

Kanami did make the orchestral parts. She bought the expansion packs/plug ins for her DAW so she can do an entire orchestra and then some.

[@jagjag3236]

Cheezyxys, nice reaction. They are all amazing in different ways. But I want to humbly point out that the basic musical idea/composition is almost always Kanami's for the last 7-8 years. An adorable musical being.

[@jakeimhotep4866]

I always considered Onset to be my favourite instrumental song - then I heard From Now On. Absolute masterpiece. 🤘✌

[@Bekka_Noyb]

kinda like a rock classical mix really

[@jakeimhotep4866]

@@Bekka_Noyb Yes, it has a sense of epic grandeur.

[@peepinR]

This certainly rocks but Onset will always have a special place in my ears. It was the first song I heard from them when I was looking for Babymetal vids. Stumbled onto that and the rest is history but I digress From Now on is still amazing and I love listening to it. I'd like to add though Without Holding Back is also a classic instrumental. Absolutely worth listening to.

[@markyg236]

@@peepinR That's exactly what happened for me. Onset popped up as a suggestion off a BM video and I said "What the heck, why not?" Listened to it 4 or 5 times in a row and have been hooked since.

[@stevekane4922]

I have come to believe that akane really is the best drummer in the world. When Jimmy Page complimented her is because, like Bonham she is only relevant in the context of the band. His solos are celebrated but I don't think the band cared much for them except for a smoke break, what was irreplaceable about him was that thing that achi has which is to be a part of the overall instrument that kanami forces and coaxes the band to become. They each slot together like a beautiful puzzle but without a drummer as extraordinarily musical as akane they would not be able to stretch themselves as they do. The others are outrageously good musicians and kanami a composer and producer in a million but without achi the centre would not hold. She is like that in the team too, the others are all more than slightly mad but achi is the antipsycotic - too much in the groove to be unhinged but soo gifted. In the beginning when they would tour Japan in a hired hiace van, she would book the gigs and rehearsals and make damn sure everything happened - they chose her as bandleader at that crucial time that made them into a real rockband. Don't ever let anyone tell you that they're not a real rockband like the legends of the sixties and seventies, they've paid their dues. No they are not a product of the Japanese music industry that everyone says they understand and you don't. Achi symbolises that. She may not do virtuoso 10 minute solos, BAND-MAID don't do that because they are a band and not a bunch of insecure musicians. How many drummers spend weeks video ing their technique from all angles to make it more efficient?

[@drvijil]

“Onset” is their 1st instrumental, “From Now On” is the newest. There’s another instrumental in the middle, relatively recent, called “No Holding Back” which you should definitely check out. Akane is amazing on drums. Her drumming is always in the groove, and she is so clever with her pedal work and fills. Around 2017, Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page, caught one of their shows and went backstage to complement Akane on her drumming. Misa & Akane are the best bass/drums combo going. As you have seen, Band Maid’s live performances are just as good and usually better than the originals. Good review.

[@billhallisey7298]

That backing track was probably played by Kanami, their lead guitarist. She is a classically trained pianist.

[@greylocke100]

Kanami does most of the backing track herself. Back when this was recorded, she probably did all of the backing track. Currently, ALL of the Ladies contribute to the backing track. Vocally and on other instruments. I've read several rumors that since Saiki has been learning piano and guitar, Kanami had her on keyboards for the backing tracks of at least one of the songs on the Unleash EP, while Kanami, Akane and MISA all did piano on other tracks. And this is just a RUMOR, all of the Ladies are after Miku to get her to start learning piano again.

[@bandmaidfanATL]

You should check out Don't You Tell Me live, Zepp Tokyo

[@AK-tv6bo]

貴方は本当にrockを理解してますね、出会えて嬉しいです､ARIGATO。

[@Short_Round1999]

Miku, the rhythm guitarist uses the EVH 5150 head on her amps. Kanami the lead guitarist actually uses a Mesa rectifier on her amps

[@Raiden-R]

I was a great reaction！　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　😝👍👍👍　 🇯🇵from Japan.

[@竹内昌彦-d4n]

masterpiece

[@grantnealon5101]

Check out Take me higher live.. Awesome Lead/bass trade off..

[@GaryHolloway-810]

Yes indeed, another awesome Mincho/MISA conversation.😁👍

[@grantnealon5101]

@@GaryHolloway-810 Just love what they have done with it

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@grantnealon5101 Yeah pretty hard to find tho unless you know the Chinese site :(

[@grantnealon5101]

@@GaryHolloway-810 Yes I know.. It's weird.. I can't access it here in france but if someone has posted a reaction to it I can?? Hopefully he can from his country, USA? guessing..

[@GaryHolloway-810]

@@grantnealon5101 I was thinking USA too. I can access it via the app but i can't find how to send links cos it's all in Chinese & i don't know how to translate it to English. Great site, un-user friendly as hell to navigate.😆

[@jamiestout142]

Without holding back is they're best instumental

[@RobinC63]

Wow I have so much to say, all good so not to worry lol. You really have great listening and analytical skills. You really are able to pick out many subtleties in their music. I think it’s because of your calm nature and that you really listen to what’s going on, as well as seeing. I sometimes get tired of the reactors that either talk all through the video or are more interested in attracting viewers with physical antics. I know there’s all types of listeners but I just feel they miss a lot of the video they’re reacting too. Anyway, enough of my bias but I just wanted to say I really appreciate your approach. Working backwards I’m glad you found the live video of Onset from their 2018 concert. The mix on it is better than the 2020 Shibya concert. At times Kanami can hardly be heard on the Shibuya videos. Onset is such a great instrumental and it early on started showing the genius composing abilities of Kanami. You really picked up on things that many others miss. Their latest instrumental video is a musical gem, again showing the talents of all of them and Kanami’s writing ability. I love how heavy it is when they come in after the brief string intro. You picked on so many things including Misa playing chords. There’s a few other songs where she plays chords as well. There are a few interviews with them that have English subs and here’s a link to one of my favourites. It’s early on in their career and you really see their personalities. Saiki was still an ice princess at this point. She has opened up a lot since. One thing that I’ve always found fascinating is that Kanami has 2 personalities. Off the stage she is very quiet, almost introverted but when she gets on stage and plays she’s a beast. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWWphayEiNiqp6M Hope you don’t mind my long winded comments.

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thank you so much for the kind words, my friend! I appreciate you 🧀 and I'm happy you're enjoying my reactions. Thanks for all the info and for sharing the interview I'm planning to watch soon. Much love! 😎🤘

[@TlanImass]

There is an interview with Herman Li of Dragonforce. It features Miku-chan and Kanami-san.

[@powbobs]

Yeah, MISA definitely uses all five strings. She also uses the entire neck.

[@RalphBellairs]

The EVH 5150 is actually Miku's (rhythm guitar). Kanami plays a Mesa Boogie Triple Rectifier. The Orange gear is Misa's bass rig.

[@its_dave________4544]

Bandmaid- Without Holding Back is my favorite instrumental from them. Check it out. It won't disappoint.

[@Cheezyxyz]

Thanks Dave, planning on it! 😎🧀🤘

[@_JimS]

Akane (the drummer) .....sigh..... is a beast, and hits not just with precision but hard. Check out "Without Holding Back" instrumental..this too is on bilibili Here's their names to learn. Band-Maid Is: Akane Hirose (Ah-kah-nee or Ah-kah-nay) -Drums Nickname: “Ah-chan” and "Gorilla" because Akane eats bananas a lot for her stamina) MISA (Mee-sah) - Bass Guitar Nickname: "The Barefoot Assassin" MISA always performs with no shoes and "kills" everything she plays Kanami Tono (Kah-nah-mee) - Lead Guitar/Songwriter Nickname: "Mincho" “Kanamincho” Miku Kobato(Mee-koo) -Rhythm Guitar/Lyricist/Founder/Backing Vocals/Lead Vocals Hardest working girls in music Nickname: "Little Pigeon" (Miku’s surname means “Little Pigeon”) ....po Saiki Atsumi (Sy-kee) -Lead Vocals Nickname: "The Princess" “Si-chan” Saiki is the Princess but Miku is Queen

[@Raven-ey7mt]

There is an interview with Herman Li with Mjku and Kanami with subtitles Any Maids serving (as they call their songs) ROCKS!!! The ladies are in their early 30s now and have been rocking for almost 10 years. Try Thrill the track that blew them up on the world stage (the label was about let them go when this happened in 2015), Freedom, Onset, From now on, Hate? Are all great tracks and they have an extensive back catalogue of over 100 tracks. Welcome Masters and Princesses to the 5 Band-Maid members: SAIKI Atsumi (Sy-i-Key or Psyche) “Ice Queen" - Lead vocals, arrangements and melodies. The youngest, “Sensei” (Teacher) as band members call her, has the last word on many musical decisions. High-heels or sneakers, Sai-chan’s smile melts away her sometimes perceived, coldish persona. Saiki’s powerhouse performances, charisma, and voice focus the experience that’s driven her to the top echelon of hard rock front women... or front men! MIKU Kobato (Me-Ku), "Small Pigeon" - Rhythm guitar, vocals and lyricist. “Koba”, as Saiki calls her, is the Band founder and a firecracker MC & PR Spokes Pigeon, po! Her “Magic Spell Time” charm and energy ignite the room. She couldn’t play when she formed the band and was tutored by Kanami. KANAMI Tono (Ka-Na-Me) “Princess” - Lead guitar, keyboards, is a prolific writer of most Band-Maid material. Kanami (translates “Song Wave”) is a possessed riff-slayer who’s so damn adorable it hurts. The only thing you want is more! AKANE Hirose (A-Ka-Nay) "Gorilla" - Drums, band energizer & co-clown with MISA. Achi’s talents include massive consumption of noodles and bananas, of course, (even during performance!) while revolutionizing rock drumming with relentless drive, dynamics and the kick. This “DrumZilla” is the Party! MISA (Me-Sa), "Barefoot Assassin" - Bass. An alluring free spirit driving her 5-string to rapturous low-ends while pulling off surprising counter leads with Kanami, off-stage MISA is the band’s goofball ballerina. Sometimes seen as the Mysterious One because she lets her instrument do the talking, the Assassin literally kills it… every note uniting Band-Maid’s world-class rhythm section. A slug of JB, a slight grin, and let the slappin’ begin… MISA! MISA! MISA! Plenty of Solo work from Misa, Kanami and Akane All the info I got bro hope it helps

[@Badllamah]

+Sub for the good reaction and the Ducks Swag in the background. Once a Duck.....🤘

[@Cheezyxyz]

🤘😎🧀🐥🦆

[@Maidiac88]

Akane is my spirit animal.

[@lonniekramlich6241]

Lord....I Love theses Women ! If the Maids ever needed help with anything, Maidaic's would come out of the woodwork too help them !!! 💯❤️🎙🎸🥁😎🤘

[@paulpetersen879]

These girls are just a high quality band. No weak spots.

[@surfingasongwave]

Lead guitar Kanami Tōno actually plays through a Mesa, rhythm guitar Miku Kobato plays through the EVH, and bass MISA plays through the Orange. There's a lot to like about these instrumentals but one thing that stands out to me is how Kanami's lead _becomes_ the vocal, especially in the choruses. Both she and MISA are very stylish in their playing. They phrase their lines very much like a human would say (or sing) them; they connect words into phrases, then they take a breath. I know there are some hotshots out there that can play more notes, but *how* they play the notes is what blows me away. Very very tasteful.

[@Raiden-R]

BAND-MAID's live performance is breathtaking, isn't it？😂❤♪👍