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Brent Jensen
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Hiking at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, CA
Join us for a hike in late May at beautiful Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park on the central coast of California. We hike the short but impressive Redwood Loop Trail.
Brent even wrote/produced the background music for this video, inspired by such special trees.
Brent even wrote/produced the background music for this video, inspired by such special trees.
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Let's Celebrate/Examine Real Existence by Band-Maid!
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In this video I examine a live version of Real Existence by Band-Maid from my songwriter's perspective for some insight on what makes it tick. BAND-MAID / REAL EXISTENCE (Official Live Video): ua-cam.com/video/-qQnKILR5u0/v-deo.html
Hiking at Point Lobos State Natural Reserve, CA
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Join us for a hike in early May at beautiful Point Lobos State Natural Reserve on the central coast of California. We hike by Whaler's Cove and Bluefish Cove and even see young harbor seals and a mother seal with her pup.
What About Bestie by Band-Maid (and Mike Einziger)?
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I take a look at the Bestie music video and give my thoughts about the production and the song. I think the song may serve a good purpose and be meaningful to many, but how does it impact me emotionally? This is a more detailed discussion than my previous video about Bestie linked here: ua-cam.com/video/77S-jmjKA-A/v-deo.html Band-Maid Bestie Official Music Video: ua-cam.com/video/gXjNsTS5bEY/v...
Hiking at Bean Hollow State Beach, CA
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Join us for a hike at beautiful Bean Hollow State Beach on the central coast of California.
A Clarification on Yesterdays Post About my Plans
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I just want to be sure you all understand why I thinking of moving my song commentary videos to Patreon. I appreciate any interest you have had in my videos! A Plan for Band-Maid Song Commentaries: ua-cam.com/video/3g5_ODjnWOE/v-deo.html My Patreon Page to try: www.patreon.com/roybjensen
A Plan for Band-Maid Song Commentaries
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I am trying to figure out how to present the song commentary videos I have planned to those who are interested. I present an idea using Patreon. My Patreon Page to try: patreon.com/roybjensen
I Like Bestie by Band-Maid, but is it One of My Favorites?
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Just some thoughts after my first couple of listens to the song Bestie by Mike Einziger and Band-Maid. Bestie Band-Maid: ua-cam.com/video/OvoR_Xt8mzM/v-deo.html Band-Maid Bestie Unofficial Lyrics Video: ua-cam.com/video/cmhL4FKShCQ/v-deo.html
Is Band-Maid Cosmic Perfection?
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This is a continuation of my video titled "Why Does Band-Maid Make Me Cry." I describe why I think Band-Maid is so great and why that sometimes brings tears to my eyes. By cosmic perfection, I mean more of a perfection of fate or of a broader sense, not just a specific achievement such as playing an entire concert without one flub. Why Does Band-Maid Make Me Cry: ua-cam.com/video/0-E39MFQO5Q/v-...
What Now for Me and Band-Maid?
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Here is an idea for how I can continue making Band-Maid related content for this channel if you are interested. My Band-Maid Stairway Expanded: ua-cam.com/video/JcWg1qpr7xk/v-deo.html
Why Does Band-Maid Make Me Cry?
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Has Band-Maid ever made your eyes watery? Here are some ideas on what is going on with that. Band-Maid Memorable Official Music Video: ua-cam.com/video/DQX8BTTsHHU/v-deo.html
Do I Have a Favorite Band-Maid Song?
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I am on a roll with these videos before I get back to my "real" work I guess a year's worth of Band-Maid thoughts and experiences coming out. So here is another one. Thank you for your interest. Enjoy! Band-Maid Blooming Official Music Video: ua-cam.com/video/uUt_JBMocKM/v-deo.html Band-Maid about Us Official Live Video: ua-cam.com/video/qicgVAxCYV8/v-deo.html
Am I related to Kanami of Band-Maid???
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In this video, we undergo an extensive investigate to see if Kanami's family tree and my family tree share any roots somewhere back in history. You will be surprised by the results! ;-)
Why I love Band-Maid
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This video goes into more detail about my music background and attraction to Band-Maid. Band-Maid Daydreaming Official Music Video: ua-cam.com/video/RCaeUkrItyY/v-deo.html My Band-Maid Stairway Expanded: ua-cam.com/video/JcWg1qpr7xk/v-deo.html Band-Maid and HATE?: ua-cam.com/video/lo0FqBnDBvc/v-deo.html Link to Natalie and the Blue Girls, a virtual Genesis tribute band I produce: soundcloud.com...
Wow!!! I am Blown Away by Band-Maid Fans!
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Wow!!! I am Blown Away by Band-Maid Fans!
Freestyle drone flying with iFlight Titan DC2, DJI Digital FPV System, and mini hoops.
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Freestyle drone flying with iFlight Titan DC2, DJI Digital FPV System, and mini hoops.
Freestyle drone flying with iFlight Titan DC2, DJI Digital FPV System, and 5 ft cube gate.
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Freestyle drone flying with iFlight Titan DC2, DJI Digital FPV System, and 5 ft cube gate.
Freestyle flying iFlight Titan DC2 racing drone with DJI Digital FPV system
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Freestyle flying iFlight Titan DC2 racing drone with DJI Digital FPV system
I just don't get the Band Maid music. Dressed as maids? I don't understand if this is suppose to be some kind of fetish thing in modern Japanese culture or what. Their singing sounds very poppy, Mariah Carey style, and then they lay in some heavy guitar. They seem to of been put together by committee or a marketing firm aiming at trying to get the most likes. Pretty confusing. By contrast The Warning music and performance is part rock and roll, part grunge, part metal, part punk, singing in English and in Spanish the two most widely spoken languages. They don't use elaborate cos-play outfits just comfortable clothing rocking out.
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I REALLY LOVE THIS COLLABORATION ....BOTH BANDS ARE INTENSE I LOVE BOTH BANDS. I ALWAYS COMPRE THE WARNING TO KISS AND BANDMAID TO VAN HALEN ❤❤❤❤❤
I wouldn`t compare them. Band-Maid is Hard-Rock and The Warning is Classic Rock.
I hate when people compare these bands ..it’s pointless
@@gaefferson1 I agree!
I like The Warning and Band Maid. The Warning is stripped down basic rock and Band Maid is complex rock, punk, metal and pop sometimes all in one song . You can like both bands for different reasons.
Can we skip the who is "better" debate? They are each doing their own thing, and doing it well. If you want to talk about differences, how about one band has 3 members, and the other band has 5 members. Just that alone would explain many of the differences. What works and sounds good for a 5 piece would not fit a 3 piece.
Not really a fan of the music I've heard so far from BainMaid ... Not really into that super fast guitar playing. I've only heard of them through The Warning, who I discovered last summer, and who has become the favorite band of this 64-year-old.
Welcome back Brent. Excellent perspective on these 2 superb female rock bands. The best in the world IMO. It's incredible how their rock is so different and complementary at the same time. Their collaboration song Show Them proves it on stage but we will have to wait for the official release. In addition, they became very good friends, which is rather rare for bands from different cultures. Have you seen these photos of them in a restaurant? Enough to imagine other collaborations in the future such as world tours together. Why not ? Thanks Brent.
Sonce you want help, put the emphasis on the first syllable of Ale, AHleh not ahLAY.
I think that The Warning has the greater potential for worldwide popularity because: 1) they are fluent and sing in 2 of the 3 most widely spoken languages in the world, and 2) their songs, while less complex on the face of it, are more relatable and digestible (both musically and lyrically) by a broader audience than Band Maid’s.
While I personally prefer bandmaid I think your basic premise that TW will have broader commercial success is likely true. Having a U.S. label also helps tremendously in getting publicity. Even TW was kinda stuck till they finally signed with Lava . I enjoy both bands energy and joy in performing and I am glad they became friends. Both bands share a sense of fun that many of the more stick in the mud fans could learn from.
This is definitely true, although I prefer BAND-MAID. Less complex music is always going to have a greater fan base, look at the mega stardom of the POP singers. But bands like BAND-MAID, Animals As Leaders, Sokinanaru to name a few are never going to have that kind of following because of the music style they choose to play, either in their own countries are abroad. I'm just grateful that bands like BAND-MAID exist and decided to create the type of music they do, and better yet they can make a living from it.
Besides they are average 10 years younger which gives them an extra edge for they will keep improving in the coming years. We are far from seeing TW's ceiling.
@@mexicanopolis9390 the whole edge thing is silly though, it's not a competition.
@@bartyslattfast I never said It was, but it's a reality. Their youth works in their favour. Their potential is huge once all things considered.
Love the warning AND band Maid 🤘 tour tour tour
Brent, thank you for that PERFECT summarization of Band-Maid and The Warning. These eight women are so talented and "Show Us" (even the bootleg live recording of their concert collaboration in Tokyo) that the Warning Army and Maidacs would love for them to tour and do rock festivals together (that's how they met in the first place). I'm starting to think that the future of rock lies in the talent and power of its women musicians. Male musicians and especially record company executives had better take note. This is not going to go away but will continue to build.
Great reaction!🤘 ua-cam.com/video/OjP7DJIbK_E/v-deo.html
Both of these bands are amazing and I feel lucky to have seen both live!
Plus both bassists are kinda quiet/shy/badazz
I think both bands gave their fans something very special and their collaboration shows a level of maturity and professionalism that I think is not highlighted enough! Also, BAND-MAID and the Warning have been improving over the years and are still improving which is a delight to their fans as they follow their progress! 🖤
I think that both bands have a lot of chemistry thogether, they work amazing, not many bands, can play live well, with two drum sets, three guitars, two bass and five voices at the same time.
especially with such little time beforehand
For me the difference between the bands is this, The Warning are of the less is more philosophy and Band-Maid are more of the virtuosity/complexity philosophy, so depending on your musical sensibilities, you will be more attracted to one band over the other. So as I have always been a less is more kind of guy, The Warning is it for me and while I admire Band-Maid, I have never been a fan, just like I was never a fan of Dream Theatre or DragonForce. Plus The Warning lyrics being in English is the cherry on top.
Great point -- very well stated.
Glad you found The Warning - they do have a way of brightening the day! Excited to see & hear both bands together - I've known of Band Maid longer than I can remember (6-8 years at least) and The Warning for just 2.5 years. I think every fan just loves the brief video clip of the bands running into each other backstage at Aftershock (2022?) - I knew how much it meant to DPA, but I was happily surprised that not only did BM know TW, they were fans as well!!
yes, they had been following each other on social media long before their first actual meeting.
I like The Warning more but both bands are awesome!! The present and future of music is in good hands! Viva Band-Maid and The Warning!! ⚡⚡⚡
I couldn’t give a toss how similar or different they are. We are just so lucky to be around to witness them rise to their peak, plus Lovebites of course….This is definitely a golden age dawning upon us, if it hasn’t already dawned….I hope they all stick with it and become global rockstars. I don’t think any of these three bands are too far away from that.
I was at the show the two bands did together in Tokyo! What a show THAT was! I got to know the Warning through my exploration of Band Maid. I've now seen BM three times and I've got three Warning shows lined up. Two in the L.A. area and one in Guadalalara! These two bands are amazing, and seeing them together is awe inspiring due to their mutual respect and dare I say, LOVE! I do hope there's a co-headlining tour in the works!
ooh me too! Also been to 3 Band Maid shows (Philly 2022/Houston 2023/Tokyo2024). Was also my 1st The Warning show, but def not my last!
Kanami seemed to be very much in charge when they recorded the song. Apparently according to The Warning she suggested certain ways to play and was in control of the engineers. The live 30 second official release of the band playing together was a delight. A real super band. Like the Incubus collaboration this seems to be very much an idea from the bands themselves and not a management invention. They may not spend much time talking or having conversations as they speak a different language. But again, according to The Warning, music very much was the connection and way they communicated.
I was at the Tokyo show. Wow! I can't wait for that new song to come out! What a performance. They left the air egos at the door and just had a great time. It's my understanding that both bands watched the other's set from off stage, cheering them on and taking pictures. I love both bands!
The Warning just announced 3 European shows for 2025 with following capacity: London 5000 Cologne 4000 Paris 3000 Actual capacity is just under the above
@@kevinherrera1319 yeah I just saw that! Good for them!
The Olympia in Paris is an excellent rock venue. The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, the Stones, Black Sabbath performed there and many others. The Warning will reignite the flame.🤘🔥
Discovered both bands about a year ago...both sensational. With three virtuosos on bass, drums & lead guitar, hard for B-M to make a bad song & not sure anyone can match their instrumentals. And we know songwriting, stage presence and vocals/harmonies are TW long suits. Just amazing that my two faves happen to like one another...and collabed. Way cool!
ua-cam.com/video/pTtH8jozrQQ/v-deo.htmlsi=wWxmXxTIf5bCGOY_ The Warning met BAND-MAID at Aftershock.
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Such a great collab! I would love to see them do more stuff together in the future.
I've heard some people very familiar with both bands say that _Band-Maid_ is technically better but _The Warning_ is superior in the song writing. This collaboration was a great idea.
Band Maid are much more skilled musicians, but in no way are TW better song writers.
@@davesheville2023 it's like me saying TW is much better song writers but in no way is B-M better musicians. It's opinions, how does one objectively quantify that claim?
@@c.7610 what makes a good song writer? How complex the song is or how it connects with the listener?
@@c.7610 this comment actually made me lol.
I completely disagree…band maid plays more intricate music with their instruments..that doesn’t make them better ..They are different in a lot of ways ..edge goes to the Warning
I just discovered _The Warning_ 4 months ago and _Band-Maid_ through them. I'm surprised at how many people in the industry (Rock Music) compare _The Warning_ to iconic Rock Bands in the past like Van Halen when they were starting.
The Warning just finished a European tour and these were the venue sizes since you asked: > Madrid. 1,500 sold out > Lisboa. 1,350 sold out > Santiago dé C. 800 sold out > Barcelona. 2,100 sold out > Bilbao. 600 sold out > Milan. 1,000 sold out > Munich. 1,000 sold out > Berlin. 1,500 sold out > Paris. 800 sold out > London. 2,300 sold out That's 10 of the 17 concerts they performed in April. That should give you an idea.
Madrid capacity was 2500. Bilbao was only 600. Paris was 800. I was at all these shows.
@@danielamaya7617 just curious, how do you know that since obviously you didn't count them yourself? I'm asking since _La Riviera_ in Madrid has 2 halls that total 2,500 capacity. The principal hall is 1,500 and the secondary is 1,000. Are the halls connected and can make one big concert? Or are they separate and a Band can only use one? I
@@federicovilla3480 I have been to enough shows to tell the difference between 1500 and 2500. They took up the whole place and if you google the capacity it says 2500 almost everywhere. And there is no way Bilbao was anywhere near as big as Madrid. Yet, you are showing it bigger.
@@danielamaya7617 I think you're right about Bilbao for sure, I got that one way wrong and also double checking Alhambra in Paris you're also correct with the 800 standing capacity as opposed to my 600 seated number. The _La Riviera_ concert do you really think it was 2,500? I've never been there but the info on Google does mention that there are 2 halls (salas) a 1,500 main and a 1,000 secondary. I'm assuming they're not connected and are completely separate to where you can't combine them to make a total of 2,500. You were there, what do you think?
Ditto! well said , well done. To answer your question The Warning have been heading since last 2002 in 3 thousand capacity venues. basically sold out at all venues around the world
Ale wasn't born in 2002
@@danielamaya7617I think he meant 2022.
Would be awesome for them to tour together. Another difference is that The Warning are 10+ years younger than Band-Maid.
Yep, the girls from TW, even when they have over a decade playing together (since childhood), have just really started. Incredible, I know, a band with 11 yo and the bass player is still a teen! They can only improve in the coming years. And they will.
They did not write this together. Band Maid wrote this and allowed the warning to play along. Although I really like the warning and have been watching them since the start, they are lacking in musical talent when compared to Band-Maid. Music is all about personal preferences so everybody is right and nobody is wrong when giving opinions on music so dont beat me up. The warning has a very weak link by not having a solid guitarist. The bass and drums have grown and improved to being top professionals but the guitarist has more to learn juggling the front with vocals and playing riffs in a 3 piece band. Im sure time will remedy that but as of now she falls short. The only reason I dont listen to them constantly is because there are no surprises. Their music (IMO) has a sound that you know will be the same with time changes on the same structure. The other flaw I found was that their stage presence isnt all that commanding. Im sure (with time) that they will become all that they are hyped up to be. At least I hope so. They can become one of the greats if they work hard continuously until they achieve that greatness. As I said, I am a huge fan and will continue to watch their story unfold because I believe in them but to compare them to a band like Band-Maid today isnt realistic. Very few bands on the planet (past and present) can. Remember, this is only my opinion and is only based on professionalism, stage presence and song structure that the warning brings today. My qualifications are..... being a professional guitarist for 55 years, teaching guitar and music theory for 22 years, seeing some of the greatest rock bands to ever exist, and love watching people get butt hurt over my music opinions......(not really, I enjoy differences of opinions as long as its debated cordially.)
Agree with a lot of what you say. Although I think The Warning's stage presence is near the top of the industry right now. Having seen them both live, I would say The Warning's stage presence was actually superior to Band-Maid's--although The Warning are somewhat constrained that Dany is tied to her mike most of the time. I did see The Warning in a much bigger venue so that may be some of my experience.
Interesting thoughts, here is mine. IN the end The Warning will be a huge success and Band Maid will be limited by language issues. Additionally The Warning do to backing tracs will always be able to compete with their 3 pcs compared to multiple piece bands. Thank you for your thoughts
How do you know they didn't write it together?
A very long worded way to just say "Excuse my Middle finger" don't ya think? Friendly crap is still crap.. Dropped a whole pile... Why? Your opinion, very true, and your knowledge seems to be justified in that opinion, only in fact that you wrote it. Why list so many flaws, etc? Part of what makes TW appealing to many is that they are growing and not perfect, in fact you could have just stated that and the same point would have been made.. To each your own, just seemed very backhanded.? Oh, and I think Band Maid is Great...! Phew, glad I smoothed that over.....
Both bands have their strengths. Of course, you focused on your perceived weaknesses of one of the bands. That and the fact you feel the need to provide credentials betrays a lack of confidence in your own opinion.
Please pause more, explain the chord progression, comment on their looks. Every 3 seconds would be great. Really makes the song more enjoyable.
🌸 'promo sm'
Thank you for all the wonderful and thoughtful comments -- I expected some backlash and disagreement, and am I glad there is discussion. In this video I present my opinion and my process thinking it might be interesting to others. I think Bestie is a perfectly pleasant and enjoyable song to listen to. Although I am not getting a certain emotional response from it, many of you are, and that is wonderful! As many pointed out, over time, and many more listens, the song may become more impactful to me as it has for you, especially when I consider your experiences. Thank you for that. I think it is great that Band-Maid has a song like this in their repertoire. From my perspective, some of the songwriting elements seem to distract me from fully immersing in the song, which is what I was trying to share. Some may relate, others will not. This is my issue, and I certainly hope it does not hinder anyone else's enjoyment of the song. I am happy to see that many of you love this song. I am sorry, though, that I conflated (without proper explanation) another point with this, which is what I allude to at the end of the video. Bestie is the first collaboration of two great bands. I would expect them to both put their best foot forward and come up with something really amazing. -- Again, just MY expectation. I wanted to see what these two bands can glean from each other to hopefully improve on, or at least shift in an interesting way, what each has done separately. In this regard, to be honest, I am a bit underwhelmed. That is my perspective. It could be that this song is actually a great result of their collaboration, giving something to Band-Maid that is very helpful. My view of songwriting only comes from my perspective, from which I made a judgment of moving backwards or forwards. By the way, backwards is not bad, it could be a very smart thing to do for a variety of reasons (I'm looking at you Genesis :-)). But in terms of the phenomenal growth Band-Maid has been going through with their songwriting skills, that is my assessment, and it is not generally bad or good, just a direction for this one particular song. I am glad to see some others feel differently, and it is great that we have a way that we can respectfully discuss this band that we all love.
15:05 SAI-CHAN look at me!😍15:18 how was it?🥰
Very exciting and fun!
Gorgeous location!
I appreciate the musical breakdown. SAIKI’s vocal melodies and KOBATO’s sweet harmonies are fascinating. It would be great to include them in your analysis. Can you explore SMILE?
Great point! Thanks. I will like to cover that, especially when it stands out. I can look into SMILE. Is it just the acoustic? Is there a video on UA-cam?
At 10:39 that lower pitch sound was MISA! MISA! MISA! 🤘🥷 As seen in the official MV. I Love the look at song structure - Mincho is probably in this mode 24/7. 🤘🕊️🦍👸🏻👀PO!
Interesting, OK. It sounds a little synthy, so I was thinking backing track. I imagine Mincho is always thinking song structure, etc., unless she is in the process of shredding!
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Definitely one of the big early songs that got B-M to the next level! Whew! glad its a song with zero controversy..I think every Maidiac absolutely loves this song, yay!😅 Great technical breakdown!🤓👍
Yep, whew!!! Thanks.
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Thanks for the reaction and comments. Loved the deep analysis. By anyone's standard, Real Existence is an absolute banger of a song. Cheers!
Agreed! Glad you liked it. Thanks
hello....this IS my fav BM song !!!!! I have a question.....I have seen this a thousand times but your video seem zoomed in more, Did you do something ???? And the quality is awesome plus audio is great !!!!
Great! I downloaded the video from UA-cam and played it locally using the Pot Player (I think it is called), but I did not do anything to change the video/audio this time, but sometimes I do. I like the control of having the video local when I do these.
Saiki lost one shoe while crowd surfing on the shoulders of the crowd, and took the other shoe off until someone from the venue or band security recovered the lost shoe from the crowd and put them both back on.
Thank you, I can't imagine Saiki crowd surfing! What a great story.
@@roybjensen It's unfortunate that I can't post images in these comments. I have some screen caps. I got the feeling that the security guys were quite surprised as well.
Great breakdown! I think this kind of look at their songs is a niche that needs to be filled.
Thanks for that input. I will probably do another.
Saiki lost her shoes just before this song when was greeting the audience in the audience 😅 She put them back later on this song
Thanks for the info!
Love the theme here. I see you’ve done another. I’d love to see more of these, I can scope it out before I go.