Guitarist Reaction - BAND-MAID LIVE - Turn Me On (Live at ZEPP TOKYO 2018)

[@Luniversed]

Check out my reaction to Play! kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaPXm5Vmlrt-n6s

[@VladimirChupin]

It's a great one :-) You are a very honest and thoughtful person.

[@Mrumff]

That solo is a combination Steve Vai, Ritchie Blackmore influence.

[@Mrumff]

The songs main riff is Whitesnakes, Slip of the Tongue

[@VladimirChupin]

@@Mrumff Not very similar, to be honest. I can't recognize any similarities. We know that Take Me Higher is based on Nickelback's Animals, that's clear as day. Although BAND-MAID reproduced only the beginning of the song, the rest is absolutely different. They repeat the main riff throughout the song as well, but the vocal melody on top of it is absolutely different. It sounds to me like a quote, not like a cover, to be honest. Akane reproduces the initial drum part note for note as well. But then Kanami starts her solo, and you immediately understand that BAND-MAID is a level above Nickelback. That sounds like a tribute to a great band, maybe the way to show "That's our roots, and now listen to where we have grown to." But as for Whitesnake's [Slip of the Tongue], that seems like a far-fetched association chain.

[@MoonmanRedux]

Both MISA (bass) and Akane (drums) are graduates of The Tokyo School Of Music. Kanami (lead guitar) would seem to have received private tuition (certainly for piano and probably for guitar). Miku (rhythm guitar) is being taught by the best (i.e. Kanami!).

[@babiru7]

Hi, from Tokyo! Thank you so much, sir, for reacting to Band-Maid!!! Glad you enjoyed them! You can easily see how much they love what they are doing on their live shows. The happiness and love that flows out from their smile make everyone soooo happy!!! Your reaction to PLAY was awesome, too! Thanx again for spreading and supporting Band-Maid to the world!!! ☺

[@thedocofrock1890]

there must be something in the water in japan that grows amazingly talented and beautiful female musicians .just can't get enough

[@donald-waters]

Their 2 nights at The Echoplex in LA, Sept 30 & Oct 1, are "Sold Out", but the resale tickets are affordable...

[@ShikataGaNai100]

Kanami Tono is the most underrated rock guitarist in the history of rock. She is Hendrix and SRV reincarnate.

[@killiansred1000]

Not underrated. BAND-MAID is relatively unknown in the US. I’ve asked many people if they have heard of the band and most often the answer is no.

[@wrcompositi]

I salute your resistance to pause during the guitar solo, for doing so will miss the cream on top, which is the drum emerging from behind the guitar then bridging back to vocal, short but achingly sweet!

[@patron40silver]

BAND-MAID GREATEST BAND ON PLANET EARTH!!!

[@TheStefan6969]

🤘🤘❤️🤘🤘 Oh yeah!!! 😁 Puzzle live is also Bada$$!!! 🤘🤘

[@TheStefan6969]

These ladies are the real deal and the skill level!!! Love it!! 🤘🤘

[@Luniversed]

So ridiculous, they are from another planet lol 🤘

[@TheStefan6969]

@@Luniversed Right??? They're my favorite from Japan!!! 😁🤘🤘

[@jameswelsh598]

For the most part they write there own stuff. Some early stuff was given them by their record company

[@RobinC63]

Yes. Kanami does a large part of the music writing while Miku writes most of the lyrics.

[@MisakaMikotoLuv]

Turn me on is one of my favorite songs from band-maid, along with Shake That! and Order (its a bit hard to find videos of those two songs though lol)

[@kevinmoppett4760]

I agree. Shake That has got to be one of their most under rated tracks imho.😁

[@sacluvsBM]

Happy birthday MISA.

[@snakewhisperer1]

Glad you enjoyed it. It makes me wanna pick up my guitar too! Kanami (lead guitar) writes all the music. Miku (rhythm guitar, backing vocal) writes the lyrics.

[@Junior-hy6hh]

Miku (rythm guitar/vocals). They are a twin vocals band. Even though she sings some backup, they do not consider her as a backup singer. Not trying to be rude, just needed to say it.

[@snakewhisperer1]

No worries....not taken as rude. You're right. Anybody who knows the history of Band Maid knows that Miku was actually the initial lead singer and picked up the guitar later. Miku is kind of a "secondary vocalist" if you will. But it's just easier to introduce her to a new listener as "backing vocalist". As they get more into Band Maid, the "twin vocalists" element becomes more apparent. But this is why I really have an admiration for Miku. We know it was her idea to bring Saiki in. I think that shows the kind of person Miku is. She cares more about what's good for the band than her own personal ego. And as one who's played guitar myself for 35 years, let me say she has really become a solid rhythm player in a short period of time (left side on the live clips). That's pure dedication and determination!

[@melocitysolo9574]

Yes, Miku's dream was to become a singer from her teens. Although she was admitted to a superior public university, she could not give up her dream of becoming a singer, so she quit the university and made up her mind to go to Tokyo alone. And she finally got the status of a band vocalist, but she realized her voice wasn't for rock, gave up her dream, and chose Saiki as the main vocalist. Perhaps it was a tough decision for her.

[@snakewhisperer1]

No doubt it was! But it seems to be paying off as her dream of "world domination" comes to fruition more and more everyday. She, as well as all the ladies, deserve the success they achieve.

[@bhektiivan9505]

@@melocitysolo9574 wow thanks for sharing miku's story. Her humility is definitely exemplary. Her soul is bigger than her dream. No wonder the result is amazing!

[@jumpingpeppers2263]

The English subtitles were different from the official lyrics that were provided with the album. This is the official translation: I want to be immersed in that atmosphere just a little bit Pump it out, feeling Look at me! Look at me! Don't get in my way I'll pretend just for you Shot me down! (down) Down! (down) I'm not like you I won't be satisfied just by sweetness Hey catch me if you can It depends on you I won't let you get so close so easily I'll pull a feint And make your feelings go crazy, perverse love Let me play with you more *Just begun, bring it now! Turn me on, with just words, No No No I won't let you say them, turn me on The answer is always No No No The truth and the lies are both secret Only you are so special Don't you think so? Turn me on, don't be so submissive Yeah Yeah Yeah Accept it all, Want me Even if I were bothered you were being docile An unusual feeling You should be! You should be! It's so hard to hear This is "you" right? Shot me down! (down) Down! (down) I'm not like you I'm not stupid enough to drown Don't think less of me I'm determined I hide lies in my smile Acting like the joker Scornful perverse love Manipulate me more *Repeat x 2

[@Luniversed]

Those are dope lyrics! Thank you!!

[@jumpingpeppers2263]

@@Luniversed you're welcome 🙂 B-M has a loyal fanbase, so it doesn't matter what song you choose. *Onset* is a great instrumental. *Freedom* is a song where they wander around the stage and interact with the crowd more. *Don't You Tell Me* and *Take Me Higher* have good guitar vs bass moments. *One and Only* has great lyrics with odd/kind of spooky instrumental breaks (the song was written for a Japanese horror movie). *Moratorium* is a harder song, and it's Akane's (drummer) favorite. Thanks for the entertaining B-M videos 😎🤘

[@ccrider327591]

Another good reaction and commentary video. Just a little sad that Band-Maid is only doing 5 shows in the US and none anywhere close to me. I would like to see them live.

[@yugoxgc]

Absolutely get tickets. VIP recommended. It's like double the cost you'll want what's with it. I've seen them like twice. 1st VIP I got a group photo with the band ( 🤩🤩🤩🤩) & 2nd time I got a signed poster they all signed infront of me as I was walking in. Yeah real face to face interaction with the band & physical reminder of that brief but wonderful experience 😍😍😍😍

[@kevinmoppett4760]

Well I'm officially turned on after that performance. This band play so well together. As for the writing Kanami writes most of the music now and Miku takes the lead on lyrics. However The whole band is involved with the arrangement of their own instrumental parts. Can't wait for their new album, due out in December!😁

[@kent-oveprestberg3578]

Band-Maid are the best imo. Period.

[@gt1man931]

One word. Fire

[@EbefrenRevo]

Kanami (the main guitarist) write almost all the stuff. She is a musical genius.

[@TomClark-Futoura]

That drum part you liked is what we sometimes referred to as going into a double-time gallop. But you've got to keep it rockin', as Akane, MISA, Miku and Kanami certainly do. Keep the Band-Maid hits (over 80!) coming.

[@Luniversed]

Damn I'm so excited and thank you, you have no clue how many years I've been looking for what the part is called 🙌🙏

[@RobinC63]

Band-aid does double time and half time sections as good as anyone, if not better sometimes.

[@TomClark-Futoura]

@@RobinC63 Band who?? ;-)

[@geraldgetskow3420]

Miku (Guitar vocals) writes most of the lyrics. Kanami/Akane/MISA write the music with Kanami likely doing most of the music writing. Saiki (lead singer) occasionally writes lyrics

[@RobinC63]

It's funny, when I hear video reactors mention bands they feel BM reminds me of I go back a couple of decades earlier, giving away my age lol. I've heard riffs that remind me of YES, Boston, Styx, Ritchie Blackmore and others.

[@DavidMISAMISAMISACook]

MISA MISA MISA!

[@schelin1447]

MISA is a goddesss!

[@Luniversed]

You have never lied!💪 thank you for watching

[@schelin1447]

@@Luniversed My pleasure! :)

[@rickwagner-]

The bassist so nice, they had to name her thrice!

[@schelin1447]

@@rickwagner- Starting a rapping career? ;) Nice rhyme and flow...

[@rickwagner-]

@Schelin Ordinarily I'd say no, but apparently you can rap about spicy Thai papaya salad now, and that stuff is great. : )

[@cbmc1467]

Turn Me On 　すごい曲だ。ライブでやってほしいなあ。

[@zer0tzer0]

I'm not exactly sure which part of the drums you're talking about, but I think it's called a Flam. For more Call & Response Guitar Battles do 'Take Me Higher' LIVE and the best I've ever heard in 'Don't You Tell Me' LIVE.

[@sjnix7044]

Never picked that up before but ya, there are hint of RtL in that solo. Nice catch.

[@christopherforsberg6362]

Misa enjoys drinking whiskey in between songs, too cool!!

[@baddhorsie8318]

In the future this will be hailed as a Classic Rock Intro Po!

[@charlest.velten6983]

Maybe this is an off-the-wall thought or idea. But I don't think so. Because they incorporate so many different genres of music. Not only has a band, but even in each song. What would be really cool for them. And give him so much worldwide exposure. Is if they were asked to do a theme song for a Bond movie. Because the way they change it up. Going from hard to soft and back again during their songs. And with that big sound. I think that would be a marriage made in heaven ! And would give them the worldwide exposure they so rightfully deserve ! I also think they should be asked to perform at the opening ceremonies. At the Olympics in Japan this year !

[@outwest1014]

I was thinking that these ladies should be on a bigger stage, opening for "Big Name" group. Somewhat how Babymetal got western exposure. But thinking a little more if you were a "Big Name" rock group would you want to follow these ladies? So I wonder if fear is why they are not touring with a "Big Name" group. You have said that you are a music teacher for young students, THANK YOU. What you are doing in our educational system is so important for our future especially exposing your students the Music from the world not just the US and Europe.

[@stimproid]

Band Maid would be a hard act to follow for any band.

[@ccrider327591]

I have to agree, they are so good that it could be a factor for them not being picked up as an opening act. My dream would be for Band-Maid and Babymetal to tour together. My poor brain would melt.

[@POWER-LINKS]

Those were problems that Def Leppard, Guns & Roses, Pantera, AC/DC, and a few others had early in their touring careers. Ask Ozzy and Zakk about following Pantera.

[@patron40silver]

BAND-MAID: Don't You Tell Me ( live ) kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKDUdqWYetxja9E Guaranteed to give you goose bumps.

[@viaverde3153]

As early as 2016, Jimmi Page himself noticed the talent and class of drummer Akane Hirose, when after the concert he personally congratulated her on playing and asked for a photo together - i.redd.it/oyz2nkizzqv21.jpg

[@bryanbrady877]

This is what rock wanted to be when it grew up. If you are ready to lose your scheiss completely, check out Wagakki Band. "Senbonzakura" is popular, I love "Ikusa" but since you said you like live performances... Throw a freakin dart. They are insane live, and you will wonder who tf is running the board. Metal with traditional Japanese instruments. Not word thingy for speak tell, must listen for know. That level of mind-blowing.

[@rustygear447]

if you like the call and response, check out Take Me Higher kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHfcipyGeb-tmtk and Don't You Tell Me kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKDUdqWYetxja9E also from Zepp Tokyo 2018.

[@bryanbrady877]

Another source of guitar insanity is Polkadot Stingray "Telecaster Stripe" or several other songs from that time. Their new stuff is more mellow, but they can lay you flat with precision chaotic funky smoothness without overplaying. And that voice will stick in your head. I'd make more specific recommendations, but they don't romanize their titles.

[@stimproid]

Careful with Polkadot stingray and copyrite.

[@johnmatthew102]

"Pandora Box" is another fine song from them, although Shizuku wearing bunny ears is not to be missed in "Telecaster Stripe". She is so cute it hurts. As you said, the funky guitar rhythms of Harushi Ejima are outstanding, as is his blues-laced solos. You won't see straight-up reaction vids on them because, as stimproid points out, it's an automatic copyright strike. Link and Sync is the only way to do their songs.

[@viaverde3153]

Yes, in the case of Polkadot Stingray and copyright, not only the official Japanese watchdog goes crazy, but probably also their label and agency. And with this band the same things are starting to happen as with Drop`s and Mutant Monster. More and more sweet, slightly nauseing additions to subsequent portions of ramen. The black hole of Japanese music business mainstream draws them one by one, in sequence, and more and more deeper.

[@bryanbrady877]

@@johnmatthew102 Right! She makes me feel funny when she does...Everything. Too bad nobody can do reaction videos, because I want to see other people get caught in the shredder like I was the first time I heard them. Its the insanity I loved about thrash metal, cooled down and cleaned up but still crazy.

[@bryanbrady877]

@@viaverde3153 You write like I think. Nice to meet you. Caifanes/Jaguares fan by any chance?

[@Muzicman-ut3jr]

Kanami is responsible for the music score

[@thedocofrock1890]

i think it's called the thrash beat-by the way cool lid!

[@DougguoD]

My fav Band Maid song - anyone have an idea why they pulled it from KZbin?

[@Augmintt]

Lovebites - Shadowmaker

[@schelin1447]

You really should check out the live version of Moratorium (my favorite song from BAND-MAID), it's raw, it's heavy and just amazing: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGilgnahisdnias

[@Carrera26]

PLEASE react to Asterism, 16 year old Japanese girl playing guitar like she sold her soul to the devil.

[@k-popplayinklown5473]

For another great bass / guitar call response try this one kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKDUdqWYetxja9E

[@jolietjake4605]

“Like watching Michael Jordan play basketball” is the perfect way to describe these geniuses. How can you fall in love with 5 women at the same time? Simple, watch BAND-MAID.

[@POWER-LINKS]

🈯 The Vapors🈯 "Turning Japanese" lyrics kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3TNY3xmeq9shq8 🎵I'm learning Japanese🎵I think I'm learning Japanese🎵I really think so🎵 When an American band plays in Japan (or Germany, France, Spain, etc.), they sing in English. There are plenty of live videos on KZbin that have examples of that. Their fans, if they want to, learn the lyrics in English. I know that I have got some new Japanese words in my vocabulary. BAND-MAID and BABYMETAL play all around the world. Are they supposed to learn a new language for every country that they play in? Shirley Knot! lol

[@alexn4843]

Do a reaction to their song "Take Me Higher". Great back and forth between the bass and guitar on the solos. MISA slaps the hell out of her bass in that one. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHfcipyGeb-tmtk

[@timeline_ghost7698]

Try listen to Band Maid - Libera

[@danieltull9583]

Davie504 needs lessons from MISA