Fire! / BAND-MAID / onset (Official Live Video) - First EVER REACTION

[@glenkelley6799]

Great reaction. Akane is smiling because she's living her dream. Most of the songs are composed by Kanami, with the bass and drum parts done by MISA and Akane.

[@laughingbuddha2948]

Kanami is the genius composer. She has extensive expertise on the piano. Listening to her guitar playing in this, it sounds so very much like a harpsichord. Her tapping is the best!

[@foong171183]

1 thing I've learnt from this band is being in a band sometimes we don't need to be looking so emo. We can always look cheerful.

[@glenmartinez5158]

Kanami composes the songs. Miku is primary lyricist.

[@GlennWH26]

To go into a little more detail, Kanami comes up with the concept, then noodles out a first version at her piano. She sends that to everyone, along with her notes on style, tempo, and tone, and then begins writing her and Miku's parts. Akane and MISA get together and work out the rythym sections, while Miku starts on the lyrics with input from Saiki ("Lyrics, Koba, not poetry! I have to be able to sing it!"). Then it all goes back to Kanami for the first arrangement, and the arguments/brainstorming starts. Everyone has fun rewriting everything, until Saiki says "Stop! It's good, let's record it/ it's crap, toss it." Of course, sometimes something else happens, like Kanami challenging everyone to come up with a melody and then weaving the results together, or Miku writing lyrics and asking Mincho to write a song for them, or Saiki doing the lyrics herself.

[@dave4reel188]

When I started down the rabbit hole with these ladies nearly 5 years ago, it was 1. Thrill 2. Domination Live. 3. ONSET Live and I was hooked and no going back

[@etoineschrdlu9382]

Kanami Tono writes these. Kanami composes instrumentals for three reasons: she's giving Saiki's vocal cords a mid Okyu-ji break, she can write in guitar parts that stretch Miku's guitar skills, and it gives every band member a chance to show their stuff.

[@Hans_Reese]

For a long time this piece was known as "Saiki's pee break"... 😅

[@grahamreed8774]

The genius that is Kanami, with contributions from Miku, Misa and Akane. But Kanami scores all of their music first.

[@zinoviylubman5553]

When Saiki is taking off Kanami's guitar is becoming a lead singer!!!

[@hiroT1963]

Yes ! Therefore,Mr.Ryan Mear "宣告” declared　 ”Shut up Kanami SPEAKING" to the World🤘💢❤

[@zinoviylubman5553]

@@hiroT1963 Exactly right! 🤘

[@dave4reel188]

The "White Room" series is completely instrumental including some of their most popular songs. There are some of just Akane drum cams that I can never get enough of

[@elliott8339]

Thanks for the reaction and comments. Band-Maid doing Band-Maid things. Doesn’t get much better than hearing these ladies perform live. Cheers!

[@Paul247to]

Since 2017 with the song "alone" Kanami has written the music including bass and drum parts, MISA and Akane may modify there parts but follow Kanami's instructions on keeping the song the way she intended it. I can't think of a more prolific song writer since Lennon/McCartney, Taupin/John or the glimmer twins Jagger/Richards. Miku is the primary lyricist, with occasional lyrics from Saiki. If you want your face melted off check out "From Now On" cheers

[@TomClark-Futoura]

Band-Maid always brings an ONSET of love, appreciation and happiness to their viewers. Why? Because they're so damn good -- good-natured, good-hearted, good-looking, and beyond good as writers, players and performers. Wow, right?! Thx, Zack!

[@k3w1b3an5]

Kanami composes everything with of course input from Misa and Akane on their parts. Onset and From Now On (Both instrumentals) were the first 2 Band-Maid songs I heard and as an instrumental lover I instantly fell in love.

[@TheJerm]

Akane is the kid. Her drum kit is the candy store. MAN, I love watching her play! Thanks Zack! 🕊

[@zoob6510]

Most of the songs are written by lead guitarist Kanami. Onset: There are live and white room versions. The white room version focuses on each instrument, and you can clearly hear Miku's rhythm guitar doing a great job with the backing. Memories of Wind and Wine: A cover of a game music. Giovanni: The original had vocals, and was based on the protagonist of the novel "Night on the Galactic Railroad." Without Holding Back: An instrumental song with an impressive funky bass. Don't Be Long: There's only a fancam version, but it's my favorite instrumental song. FromNowOn: A song with impressive, very tight drums. Probably BAND-MAID's most popular instrumental song. There are also many white room versions of Domination, DICE, etc., so if you like instrumentals, you should check them out.

[@MaidFrenzy]

Sooo much more than pretty girls in maid outfits ... BAND MAID doin BAND MAID things.

[@tommyjohnson9175]

They have Four instrumentals, their song "Play" was originally an instrumental, but Saiki liked it so much she asked Miku to add words so she could sing it. Great song "Play" live...

[@kirkscott2]

I'm actually glad you didn't know this was an actual instrumental. Your reaction was fantastic! I love how you are talking about the lyrics in the beginning and then "Where's Saiki??". LOL It's one of their great instrumentals. The other great instrumental is "from now on". I'll have to check and see if you have done that one.

[@bandmaidfanATL]

Their other strictly instrumentals are From Now On (from Unleash!!!!!, has OMV on YT, bottom left on your screen at the end) Without Holding Back (from Unseen World, OMV on DVD release) and Don't Be Long (B-side to Different single, no OMV) . Unless you count the unreleased Go Nuts (only played live in Japan, caught by Vladimir Chupin on tape, audio only) and Wash Hands, PSA video during Covid

[@DAVID-io9nj]

Play was also suppose to be an instrumental. Got hijacked by Saiki. Always wondered what it would be in its original form.

[@stevehall5128]

​@@DAVID-io9njHow wild would it be if they posted all the instrumental tracks from the upcoming album on Prime, and THEN dropped the official with vocals?! 😮

[@DAVID-io9nj]

@@stevehall5128 WILD. Only so many hours a day to do stuff. The maids would get burned out very fast.

[@geoffb5]

Also "Memories of Wind and Wine (Dawn Winery Theme) (Genshin Concert 2022)"

[@stevehall5128]

@@DAVID-io9nj Well they'd just have to hit "mute" on the vocal tracks. Though I wouldn't be surprised if they remixed the White Room instrumentals and the instrumental version of Unseen World to balance things out with the vocals removed.

[@polskabob359]

Zack , minchu composes all their music after alone literally

[@stevehall5128]

There's 3-4 after that with music by non-band members. That might include the MUCC cover.

[@stanleyday7293]

From Now On is their masterpiece instrumental. They've also produced instrumental versions of a few of their songs.

[@waynebenedict5785]

My favorite is "Giovanni", it's insanely good!

[@Pigeonholed-Po]

Thanks for reacting to Band-Maid. More instrumentals you ask? they're not live but "from now on (Official Music Video)" or "Giovanni [Instrumental]" will blow your mind.

[@brunobryant4846]

"I don't know if I was ready for that" 😄 yep you must be listening to BAND-MAID, what a fcken band Po, thanks 👍🍻

[@sugaanessena3143]

Try to find some of the "White Room" videos. Especially Without Holding Back or Giovanni.

[@BlahBlah_13]

It wasn't until about the two-minute mark that I realized there were no vocals the first time I watched it. Was just completely amazed. They have a few more instrumentals, though "from now on" is the only one I can remember the name of right now. There is an official MV on KZbin for that one but not a live version that I know of.

[@jkkansasband7056]

If BAND-MAID did a full instrumental album I'd be first in line. Kanami is a most Awesome composer for my kind of music. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥Peace. 33.8

[@stevekane4922]

I have the CD of the instrumental version of unseen world that came with the score book. It's pretty intense. More than the regular one in a way.

[@miqoto]

This is just the start of their instrumentals. Originally this was a "practice song" for Miku, per Kanami in an interview

[@_DriveTime]

I think that was Don't Be Long as practice for Different.

[@killiansred1000]

All music comes from the mind of Mincho. In demos she will even sing the melody of the vocals.

[@Raven-ey7mt]

From Now on and Without Holding Back are great Instrumentals

[@Maidiac88]

So is Don't Be Long.

[@dazedandconfused318]

The sad thing about Onset is that it's never been released in an audio only format, not on streaming or on disc. I would have tought that it would have been a perfect opportunity to have included it on one of the Best Of Volumes. Oh and every song on the Unseen World album has been issued as an instrumental only, it was a CD that came with the Scorebook.

[@danmolnar402]

It is recorded on the extra disc that comes with the Conquerer blu-ray along with instrumental versions of Dice and Domination. Instrumental versions of Band-Maid songs that normally have vocals are special.

[@_DriveTime]

Actually, there is a CD with just a studio version of Onset. It's rare because it was a bonus included in a limited-edition Bubble/Glory single bundle.

[@dazedandconfused318]

@@_DriveTime I never realised that, I've seen the 2 CD version on ebay but it doesn't mention the 'bonus CD

[@_DriveTime]

@@dazedandconfused318 That may be because they're trying to pull a fast one. The CD for Onset can probably be sold for a good price itself. There also may have been different bundles. I'm not sure about that.

[@armynurseboy]

They use their instrumentals (and Miku led songs) to give Saiki's voice a break during their 2+ hour shows.

[@peterz4427]

You HAVE to see "From Now On" IMO their premier instrumental; blew me away the first time I heard it, but The Maids have a habit of doing that. Unfortunately this is video only, not available on Spotify, etc. 😢

[@richardn8866]

Saiki "I need a break to rest my voice". Akane, Kanami, Kobato & MISA "No problem, we got you back". Just a brilliant piece of music. I can't help myself but air drum everytime Akane does her mini solo. Thanks for reacting to this one.

[@Davey-Boyd]

Saiki the lead singer has had throat surgery in the past so the band are very careful with her voice. They play 2+ hour sets so to give Saiki a break around mid-set they do three things. 1. Play an instrumental, 2. Miku (rhythm guitar) takes lead vocals for a song or two (she usually has one track per album where she is lead vocalist) and 3. Miku will do her legendary and hilarious "Magic Time" MC set. Then Saiki comes back on to finish the set. Even though Saiki no longer needs a break nowadays, it's become more of a tradition. So yeah, they have a number of really cool instrumental tracks. Check out the MV of "From Now On" for another instrumental banger! Kanami composed this. She's their main songwriter. They never did an MV for "Onset", only this live!

[@zack_reacts]

I found this version- that was it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pausnptom6qKbqM

[@Davey-Boyd]

@@zack_reacts Nope, not quite That's a 'white room' instrumental. They come as bonuses to limited edition singles or albums. Never officially released on YT or other media. Here's a list: Domination - came with Conqueror album Dice - came with Conqueror album Onset - came with Conqueror album After Life - came with Unseen World album No God - came with Unseen World album Giovanni - came with Unseen World album Without Holding Back - came with Unseen World album Unleash!!!!! - came with the Unleash!!!!! EP Sense - came with the Unleash!!!!! EP Each has five versions on the disk. One with all four instrumentalists, then one full video of each member playing close up. Only "Without Holding Back" and "Onset" are a true instrumentals, the rest originally had lyrics. The "Giovanni" instrumental is INSANE!

[@septimusseverus7237]

@@zack_reacts kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2e9hKmjo9CGZpIsi=MCaa7wJtKoQWo8rX

[@topographic1973ify]

Have you seen WITHOUT HOLDING BACK or FROM NOW ON?

[@terrybeige5038]

If you want to see a really big smile on AKANE's face watch FREEDOM - FREEDOM - kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHnTpningqaWesk Instrumentals are BAND MAIDs way of giving SAIKI a rest for her vocals. There are many instrumentals by BAND MAID. We have all the time in the world for you to "run it back" so do it!

[@jeffedwards9180]

"From now On" is they're most recent instrumental. It's a great song, but my favorite is "without holding back", everyone excels but Akane is next level. Maybe your next reaction? kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3bMdmaEeZx9e8Usi=L7060MLJG9kaajGo 🤘

[@BillHallisey]

Zack, I don't know if you have reacted to "From Now On", the official music video yet, but the two songs look and sound completely different. "From Now On" is a brooding, serious shredding masterpiece and "Onset" is a joyous jam with everyone smiling. These instrumentals to give Saiki's voice a break and showcase the talent of the other members are always a hit at their live concerts. Everyone looks forward to one.

[@waynebenedict5785]

What does Band-Maid do when the singer wants a break? Just go into awesome instrumental songs, that what! "From Now On", "Without Holding Back" and "Don't Be Long" are more instrumental greatness from these ladies!

[@danjoseph7515]

The look on your fa e said it all! It's such an AMAZING song. The great news is, there's MORE! Odds are, you'll probably like some of ven more than Onset. Check out From Now On, Giovanni and Without Holding Back. Each one is an absolute BANGER!! Trust me, you're gonna LOVE 'em! Thanks again for another great reaction. 🤘🤩🤘

[@MnPofBM]

Of course this song doesn’t need lyrics or Subtitles 😂😂😂😂😂😊😊😊

[@MnPofBM]

But if you found 1 can you let us (Band-Maid Fans) know 🤔🤭🙏🍷🍷🍷🍷

[@MnPofBM]

Come on M&P(Maidiacs). This guy said we don’t have TIME(Time for ME + Time for YOU by 🐦) for playing this song again😢. If you(Zack) like it, try Play again and See what happen🤔. 👌

[@jjo154]

Yes, Akane is the happiest Gorilla on the planet! 😄

[@bocatampere]

Kanami is genius 😍🔥🤘❤️

[@JK-tz6kk]

Typically, Band Maid's instrumentals are for Saiki to get a "pee break" and rest, Po! There are many more like it, especially the "White Room" instrumentals (extended play from their Bluray/DVDs) of some of their songs with lyrics. Take Saiki's voice out and it's a completely different song. Expect more of the same with their new release coming out soon. Btw, I noticed seeing Akane live and close up. She seems to "raps" or "scats" with her mouth her solos or fills most of the time, while disguising it as smiling. It must be part of her visualization of her music. What do I know, I play bass, lol! 🦍🍌

[@hardknox1917]

Kanami composes all of Bandmaid songs

[@Curtlf]

WHERE ARE YOUR HEADPHONES?!?!?!?!?!