Akane is seriously one of the best drummers on the rock scene, her creativity is out of the ordinary. I hope someday she gets the attention she deserves. Your pronunciation of their names is perfect ;)
Jimmy Page saw them in 2016 and went backstage. He posed for a picture with Akane! Reportedly he told her that she was like a reincarnation of John Bonham.
Honestly she's kinda ruined other drummers for me. I can't help but compare when I listen to other bands now and most of the time they sound formulaic and uninspired. Akane just brings a monstrous amount of energy and creativity to her work.
Well I react to Band Maid and I don't yell or scream or whatever but they are my favorite fucking band so yeah I totally move around and headbang and groove to the songs, I could give a fuck less about stats, I am not trying to be a celebrity, I really don't know shit about music compared to this well spoken gentleman, and I enjoy his Reactions as well and I actually learn alot from these reactions. But just so you understand I only do reactions to Band Maid because I introduce the band to other people, creators, other TBI survivors, other disabled people, Band Maid brought music back to my life after my traumatic brain injury took my love for music away from me. So if you ever see one of my Bleeding Edge Reactions please understand I'm not some asshole because I don't know about music and I don't know how to break the songs down that well, I just fucking love Band Maid
I think you will love 'Onset' live. It's an awesome instrumental, usually played midset to give Saiki's voice a break. (The band nicknamed it 'Saiki's Pee Break'). It really shows off the instrumentalists pure talent (and mad genius Kanami's composition skills). Great insightful review - subscribed.
'Saiki's Pee Break' I almost choked on my Monster energy drink! I will never be able to hear Onset again without that going through my head. But in a respectable manner, that is. Oh man I better quit now . . . (quickly slithers into the shadows)
I love watching people trying to figure out what is so familiar about their music because I do the same and that's after 20+ years of working in nightclubs and as a roadie for assorted bands from all sorts of genres. I think that is one of Band-Maid's biggest draws. It's like they take all the things that are best about a genre and find a way to just weave them together in a way that you can't help just feeling like you know what you are hearing while still being original. I dunno if that even covers it. It is a really hard to explain the feeling... phenomenon... strange Maid magic...
Manners is like a classic old Stones song - think Brown Sugar - but it becomes more modern and unique as a Band-Maid song as it progresses. Pure 🔥 I think it’s maybe one of the best overall rock tracks I’ve heard in a decade or two 😂 Black Hole shows what monster musicians these ladies are - a beast-more song - a modern take on Rush Cygnus X1 - is there anything this band isn’t capable of? Who else on planet earth 🌍 makes music this good? Love it! Rock On 🤘🏼
Yeah, I think of Cygnus X1 every time I hear Black Hole. There seems to be a huge overlap in the fanbases for Rush and Band Maid, and for good reason. Both groups are very highly skilled as individuals, are super tight as units, and are top notch composers. Oh, and are great live performers too.
I have to agree with both of you. In so many ways Band-Maid reminds me of Rush. Their pursuit of excellence and their love of the live performance- almost like it energizes them. What a great time for this wonderful band and us fans. We all needed a lift - got it, Band-Maid.
These ladies are musical geniuses as well as world class proficient at their craft. And they only get better; you wont see them spiraling out of control with substance-abuse or whatnot like so many early metal bands suffered from.
@@philipcable7518 Except Akane said her top speed was about 185-190 if I am remembering the interview correctly. I may not be though. I'll have to go back over to reddit to reread the translation again.
Hell yeah 👍. I love your reaction to Manners, its easily tied with Onset as one of my favorite Band Maid songs, and you are actually way more musically versed and knowledgeable regarding being able to establish the musical themes from history you are detecting may sort of influence the song itself, which I appreciate. This song is just a perfect example of the pure chemistry the Maids have on stage together and how well technically efficient they are as a band.
You know, I didn't think about this before, but for Manners, Kanami is on record saying she's influenced by Carlos Santana. (It's why she plays a PRS.) With the horns on the backing track in this song, I wonder if what you're hearing that's familiar is some older Santana influences.
This band is like a dear friend you haven't seen in many years. Sure, they have grown and changed over the years, but the reasons and base of the friendship is as solid as ever before. Perhaps, even more so.
I’m a little late to this reaction, but I couldn’t help jumping in. A couple of real quick points: 1. Thank you for a reaction that serves the music but is not overwhelmed by it. I love how you add value to the tracks with your perspective and knowledge but never to the point where you are looking down on what you have seen and heard. 2. I am super-impressed by both your linguistic and musical vocabularies. Your comparative analysis of the Maids’ musical offerings has given me somewhere else to go, where I can continue to explore other bands that may have acted as inspiration for them. Your range of adjectives and similes when describing what you have heard was a joy. I can really tell you have been assisting listeners to comprehend and appreciate what they are hearing for a good while. That is rare these days. 3. Your research is great: not too much so that the freshness of the reaction is spoiled, but enough to be respectful to the musicians. Great balance. All in all, a fantastic reaction. You just earned another follower! Thank you.
Love that bass solo at the beginning, you don't get to hear that very often. And when those vocals came in, incredible. The second song has amazing percussion, like you mentioned.
Great Reaction and Review! Band-Maid is one of those infectious bands that offer something familiar yet uniquely different and new. I believe It is rare thing to find a band that is proficient enough instrumentally to craft songs that form simplicity from complexity and visa versa all while reflecting a certain familiarity by incorporating the best elements of Rock/Metal/Punk/Funk/Blues & Pop which is catchy enough leaving you wanting more. I cannot ever recall a band that have written and performed music that has left such an effect where I have mimicked the vocals in a language that was foreign to my own. Now that's a rare feat and surprising! Nonetheless, I do believe I'm not the lone ranger in saying they posses something special. Some unmeasurable intangibles that is truly rare in this day in age. I feel fortunate to have a ticket to see them live later this year in San Diego. I hope your brother gets tickets and gets to experience this band live.
Akane and MISA are the THUNDER BUDDIES. They are one unit. Arguably one of the best rhythm sections currently performing. What you just experienced is the entire meaning of "the gap". The juxtaposition or contrasting elements that permeate every aspect of this band and their music.
Great reaction! Akane is indeed a fantastic drummer. What I think sets Japanese musicians apart from a lot of western musicians, is their discipline and their modesty. From their interviews I get that they strive to become better with every song, every concert, every album. And they practice all the time. I know that Kanami writes an insane amount of songs (Kanami writes the music and Miku writes most of the lyrics) that never see the light of day and considering they have already over 100 recorded songs, it's incredible!
I’ve rarely subbed this quickly, but you bring musical knowledge to the table and articulate it very well. There are now several great knowledgeable reactors regularly doing Band Maid, and I’ll be glad to hear more from you. Someone, please get this guy the link to Puzzle!
Eric, love your ears! I love me some Stone Roses, Replacements, and Mudhoney. But yes, “Black Hole” is especially Soundgarden. Every song off their latest album “Unseen World” is fire-both Manners and Black Hole are from UW. Try “Why Why Why”-it’s GNR with a Motown chorus and a Jane’s Addiction-y stony blues breakdown (but much better singing lol). It works. The other one I’d suggest is an acoustic number from this past Christmas called “Catharsis.” If they were around in the 90s they’d have a hit MTV Unplugged.
Band Maid is already my favorite band but with your encyclopedia of knowledge and references in music it gives me some extra appreciation and explains why I'm so drawn to them. Great reaction first time here...I think. I'll sub for more keep it up brother!
Akane And Misa attended the Tokyo school of music together, they are good friends and the backbone of the Maids sound, they always seem to know exactly where the other is going, these ladies just keep on exciting me to hear more, cant wait for their U.S. tour
Excellent reaction Eric. When I first discovered Band-Maid they hit my soul immediately. My wheelhouse was 60's and 70's Rock/Prog but can't explain it. I will tell you that they easily moved into the top spot of my favorite bands within a few weeks. They are so unique, dynamic, melodic and consistent over their 9 years together. They check all the boxes and then some. BAND-MAID are Awesome even when their not playing music. Check out the awesome Rock instrumental ONSET-LIVE. Peace. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@@GaryHolloway-810 It's an amazing feat for a band to pull that off. 🔥I knew they'd be putting out new music before the tour. Hardest working (and best) band out there. 😎
@@jkkansasband7056 I can't wait to hear the new stuff. I thought they'd maybe just shoot vids for a couple of new songs to drop before the tour, i wasn't expecting an EP. Not that i'm complaining or anything :)
@@GaryHolloway-810 haha. Duh. I think a vid or two will somehow sneak their way onto YT also before the tour. We have lots of warehouses here in Philly that they can use to shoot. They love the warehouses. 🤣🤣
Just a quick comment to say thanks for an excellent reaction. Really enjoyed all of the insights and attention to details. Also, appreciate the attempt to remember everyone's names and correct pronunciations. Well done!
Misa and Akane are a rhythm section that could easily compete with any I know. Each individually fantastic, but what they create together is insanely good from my non-musician point of view. However, I also think that Miku should not be forgotten and should be included by now. She is skilled enough by now to be able to support even difficult passages and at the same time give Kanami the freedom for her playing. Yes, she may not yet be able to play everything blindly in her sleep or by feel, but she is quite good to manage this task through hard training and practice. This line of the lyrics👇🏻says it all for me! 😎 _____________________ 「 _'Our rock never dies ever. Forever!'_ 」 --- from *BAND-MAID* 'Manners' 🕊
As a bass player, I was inspired by Miku to get better on guitar. And most of what she plays is pretty much within my reach (it's matching her speed and precision that's a challenge), but then I hit these sections where it's like Kanami was going "Ok, try THIS" when she wrote it.
@@stevehall5128 I can imagine. 🙈I think it says a lot that Miku can be an inspiration now, even for seasoned musicians. It shows that Kanami must be a good teacher and Miku a good student. :) 👍🏻 I would love to be a silent observer at one of their teacher-student sessions. I don't want to know how many times Miku curses Kanami for one task or another. 🤭
What I appreciate the most from Band-Maid is that the song never sounds exactly the same. There are parts that will remind you of that other part at the beginning of the song but Misa or Akane will be doing something just different enough that the song feels fresh all the way throughout
Best reaction channel I have found this week. Soothing. Informative. Insightful. Well spoken and respectful commentary. Sir, you made an old head smile.
Thank you Eric. The first time I heard Manners I was transported back to my college days with bands like ZZ Top, Trapeze and so many others. These girls have taken that sound and added their own style and it is amazing. They are helping to save rock for all of us who miss this sound.
I think you're just hearing the blues, man!! The blues is the ultimate comfort music. I'm in my 60's so you are right smack on that Manners is reminiscent of the late 60's early 70's. (Like Cream, maybe...)
Unique. That is the essence of Band-Maid. They take every type of sound and combine it to make the music their own. Been a Band- Maidiac since 2016. They never get old and they always make me smile. Love your shirt btw. Best pink floyd album ever.
i can never identify who any given Band-Maid song reminds me of; they're very clever at blending influences, so you'll get something that sounds like Paramore over a White Zombie riff. Manners definitely gives me Heart vibes (Magic Man, with that off-beat groove). if you want another band that's steeped in old-school Blues Rock, Glim Spanky is great, like a combination of Janis Joplin, Cream, and The Beatles. Remi Matsuo has one of the most badass voices i've ever heard. "deceivingly authoritative" yea that's our Ice Queen. Black Hole gives me chills every time. Soundgarden but with Primus bass is extremely relevant to my interests, and they bring it all together into this breathtakingly intense package that's like Slayer Fast (around 220 bpm) while producing this absolute maelstrom of Post-Prog-Grunge. love it love it love it. if you want more mind blowing Prog-Punk madness, check out Sokoninaru, who are currently my personal favorite band, both brain melting and beautiful.
So many moving parts in each song. I could pick out bits of the Molly Hatchet type stuff and then the odd dance phrase pops in and out. Miku started out in pure girl group pop so bits of that phase in and out. As my oldest who writes a lot of songs has said "well if you realize someone else used your great new riff why not use three others at the same time?"
Ryan Mear who is another reactor /long time rocker who loves this song (the album version is a lot better imo) says it sounds quite a lot like a band called 'clutch' I dunno if they are an old band. And yes- they have some of the best rock musicians on the planet- Akane being one of them!
Your analysis, Eric... respect! Hope you keep going with the Trifecta of Metal, Hard Rock and Rock: Jinjer, Band-Maid, and The Warning -- all pushing their core genres into the next realm!🤘🤘🤘
@@Evilatem The Warning is rock. OC is metal. Can't compare genres like that. I still prefer Jinjer's prog groove metal over the oldish Metallica sound. OC is good, for sure, but overly familiar, for me. But one thing... all four bands will be hitting it hard at Shockfest in Oct. Thx, Evilatem!
The list of bands and styles people are reminded of by just these two songs (or rather, elements of them) in this thread is pretty amazing. To me this isn't a sign of derivativeness, but an overall mastery of rock music: The Rolling Stones Rush Clutch Molly Hatchet jazz Living Colour En Vogue Led Zeppelin Montrose Janet Jackson the Stone Roses the Replacements Mudhoney Soundgarden ZZ Top Trapeze Faith No More Robin Trower the blues Cream Mountain Husker Du Jane's Addiction
Great analysis! You nailed it all. 👏🏻 (Only small slip is the lead singer is pronounced Sigh-key and I think you said Say-key once.) I love this band!!!
Just found your channel and I absolutely loved your break down, I really understood what you were saying and agree 100 percent. As for the hookup I'm going to see them in NYC and New Jersey cant help you out with Phoenix but they should really go even if they have to pay little extra in the aftermarket. They put n an amazing show and worth every penny. I don't know if you have checked out Lovebites, another all lady power metal band from japan, if you haven't you need check out Holy War Live in Zepp diver city its amazing. Thanks again for a great reaction.
My first thought hearing Manners was the monster guitar hook from En Vogue's "Free Your Mind". The song also puts me in mind of Led Zep's "The Rover", Montrose' "Rock Candy" and a bit of Janet Jackson's "Black Cat".
IMO the En Vogue comparison is spot-on. Worth noting that that song was itself inspired by "Free Your Mind...And Your Ass Will Follow" by Funkadelic back in 1970. Also rather ironic that En Vogue was a prime example of a super-talented group where conflicting egos seem to have constantly split them apart, in contrast to Band-Maid's unity and cooperation.
Eric, from all the comments before me, it looks like you hit the nail with your comments and reaction. Band-Maid is special to all of us Maidiacs for various reasons. Band-Maid couldn’t have arrived at a better time with everything going on in the world. They lighten the heart and a smile on many faces. Thanks again.
THE best live Rock band in existence. Think that's everything covered. The sound/tempo/rhythm you're hearing but can't place is the sound of the great Rock bands I went to see in the 70's, especially Led Zeppelin, but this is Rock for the 21st century.
Story is Jimmy page caught one of their shows in Tokyo. He was so impressed with the drumming he ask to go back stage and meet her. So cool! Her a Misa are so good!
WARNING... (Your next Band-Maid song suggestion ;-)... It's bad MANNERS to stop listening to Band-Maid because you'll feel starved for musical excellence and joy and fall into a BLACK HOLE of emptiness... probably! 😵 Thx, Eric!
since i first heard Band-Maid i said that they have that familiar new sound. you can pick up their Santana, Hendrix, Deep Purple influences and tho i don't think i ever heard them mention it they make me think of Rush not their sound but their style and dynamics within the band
Geezo I'm really late here hah but had to comment. Your explaination about Saiki's vocals was SO GOOD Thank you. Never heard anyone else talk about her higher register natural voice havinf less "natural" command and of course that makes sense. So I now appreciate when she does let go of some grit ( which I love) she is emphasizing really emphasizing command. Subscribed
I agree with you that some of their songs make you think back to where you might have heard it before. But the references seem to be from 30 or more years ago...things they would never have heard. And I can never quite put my finger on it either, like you. They're making some sort of universal rock n roll. Even Black Hole sounds like it could have one of King Crimson's songs.
Ever get the feeling Akane has a little of the Professors (Peart) gene when it comes to fills serving the song. I haven't heard anyone who has her understanding of how musical drums can be to the overall texture of a song.
Great reaction I love when reactors help me understand what I'm hearing Band Maid loves playing fast and with their punk influence I never heard the grunge Black Hole always sounded busy to me I think I hear it better now Thank You
BAND-MAID is always Fresh yet Familiar. Don't even try to figure out the influence of their songs. You'll blow a microchip. I've been trying to figure out the influence for the ending on 'Secret My Lips' for years. The only one I, and a few other people as well, have figured out was 'Thrill', and that's only because it's so obvious. It's 'Thriller'. But they didn't even write that one. It was their breakthrough hit on their very first music video and they weren't writing their own material yet. They are uncrackable. So unless I see the anime that has the song that reminds me of the ending of 'Secret My Lips', I'll never figure it out. BTW, it's Saiki's name is pronounce like (Sigh-Key), Psyche. not Say-Key. If you want to hear her scream listen to her in between verse in 'Play!' LIVE.
“Formulaic, that’s for pop music”. Maybe the best comment ever. Nice sucker punch bro. For those that didn’t stick around, he wasn’t talking about Band Maid when he said that.
Akane is also proficient is several other instruments, piano, organ, sax and I think, not sure, but I think the drums were just a side thing when she started, she is awesome. It is all so amazing to think that Miku's dream and finding the right people to put together actually made an amazing band.
People will give you names of many other insane drummers, but Akane is my favorite. Her drumming seems to me very melodic, colourful and playful while the timing is always perfect.
Nice to see your follow-up was just as good as your first reaction. Really enjoying your insight. And speaking of 'familiar', that voice. Makes me long for the mid-to-late 90s 99x Radio DJs here in Atlanta.
Funny you say that! I actually did some voice work for both 99x and Fox 94 back in the day! I did a couple of bits and promos for them after a consultant got me some gigs doing V/O work. Cheers! Eric
@@TheWyldesidewithEricClark That's awesome. I miss Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy in the mornings. :) A thing the kids will miss out on... morning drivetime.
@@mattdhorstman There is a push from independent station owners to go back to the "classic" programming where talent and music drive the station and not sales. If the product is top notch, the sales will come. For the past 40 years, the sole focus of most stations is sales with very little to any regard shown to programming. I sat in a chair and watched one of the Dickey Brothers of Cumulus say, "I don't care if there is only a Test Tone on our stations, you will sell advertising."...That was the beginning of the end for most radio. Consolidation and consultants ruined the radio we grew up with all for new cars and houses and cocaine and strippers. Sorry for the rant. Cheers! Eric
Jimmy Page, caught their act and wanted to meet Akane. She thought she was being pranked. They did meet. There is a picture of the two of them on the internet. Later, he said not in flattery, she was the reincarnation of John Bonham. High praise indeed!
20 yrs ago? Dude, Manners homages jams from 40-50 yrs ago! The closest I can bring Manners to is 70s era Aerosmith and Zeppelin. Now Black Hole is a completely different animal. It’s got elements of Hard Rock, Prog Rock and even good ol’ mid 80s Thrash!😄💪🏻🤘🏻
Well, "Old Rock" in the title, Pink Floyd "Animals" on your t shirt and it is a Band-Maid reaction - guess what man, you got a subscriber even before me watching your video 😀
Eric, thanks for the analysis! Subbed for Band Maid. I suggest "I Still Seek Revenge" from Unseen World (audio track but no MV). An underappreciated rhythm section butt kicker.
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When you see Band-Maid playing live, Saiki clearly owns the stage. They are all world-class musicians.
Can only agreeee !
Akane is seriously one of the best drummers on the rock scene, her creativity is out of the ordinary. I hope someday she gets the attention she deserves. Your pronunciation of their names is perfect ;)
Yes she is I am a 70 year old prog rock jazz fusion drummer and she constantaly amazes me SHE ISa drum goddess
Jimmy Page saw them in 2016 and went backstage. He posed for a picture with Akane! Reportedly he told her that she was like a reincarnation of John Bonham.
@@MickLoud999 Per Akane's own words, he told her that that she plays great drums. No mention of Bonham. This has been going around for years now
Honestly she's kinda ruined other drummers for me. I can't help but compare when I listen to other bands now and most of the time they sound formulaic and uninspired. Akane just brings a monstrous amount of energy and creativity to her work.
@@discipleofthecapedbaldy962 Same issue. I don't regret it 🥁🦍
I appreciate reactors who understand music and don't just get excited and yell to get views. Look forward to you breaking down some more Band-maid.
Precisely! Also his voice is so soothing (as befits a radio DJ), and not grating like so many reactors.
Well I react to Band Maid and I don't yell or scream or whatever but they are my favorite fucking band so yeah I totally move around and headbang and groove to the songs, I could give a fuck less about stats, I am not trying to be a celebrity, I really don't know shit about music compared to this well spoken gentleman, and I enjoy his Reactions as well and I actually learn alot from these reactions. But just so you understand I only do reactions to Band Maid because I introduce the band to other people, creators, other TBI survivors, other disabled people, Band Maid brought music back to my life after my traumatic brain injury took my love for music away from me. So if you ever see one of my Bleeding Edge Reactions please understand I'm not some asshole because I don't know about music and I don't know how to break the songs down that well, I just fucking love Band Maid
BAND-MAID is essentially a jazz band, playing hard rock, in basically small venues.
I always think this statement rules !!---You nail the whole essence of the thing.Just simply absolutely.!
I think you might be right. I certainly enjoy what they are doing.
I think you will love 'Onset' live. It's an awesome instrumental, usually played midset to give Saiki's voice a break. (The band nicknamed it 'Saiki's Pee Break'). It really shows off the instrumentalists pure talent (and mad genius Kanami's composition skills). Great insightful review - subscribed.
'Saiki's Pee Break' I almost choked on my Monster energy drink! I will never be able to hear Onset again without that going through my head. But in a respectable manner, that is. Oh man I better quit now . . . (quickly slithers into the shadows)
I concur 😎 For 'Onset' that is, not the pee break stuff 😂😅
You have to listen to this more than once to hear all the vocal sounds that Miku adds to Blackhole. These ladies are TALENTED.
I love watching people trying to figure out what is so familiar about their music because I do the same and that's after 20+ years of working in nightclubs and as a roadie for assorted bands from all sorts of genres. I think that is one of Band-Maid's biggest draws. It's like they take all the things that are best about a genre and find a way to just weave them together in a way that you can't help just feeling like you know what you are hearing while still being original. I dunno if that even covers it. It is a really hard to explain the feeling... phenomenon... strange Maid magic...
Manners is like a classic old Stones song - think Brown Sugar - but it becomes more modern and unique as a Band-Maid song as it progresses. Pure 🔥 I think it’s maybe one of the best overall rock tracks I’ve heard in a decade or two 😂 Black Hole shows what monster musicians these ladies are - a beast-more song - a modern take on Rush Cygnus X1 - is there anything this band isn’t capable of? Who else on planet earth 🌍 makes music this good? Love it! Rock On 🤘🏼
Yeah, I think of Cygnus X1 every time I hear Black Hole. There seems to be a huge overlap in the fanbases for Rush and Band Maid, and for good reason. Both groups are very highly skilled as individuals, are super tight as units, and are top notch composers. Oh, and are great live performers too.
I have to agree with both of you. In so many ways Band-Maid reminds me of Rush. Their pursuit of excellence and their love of the live performance- almost like it energizes them. What a great time for this wonderful band and us fans. We all needed a lift - got it, Band-Maid.
These ladies are musical geniuses as well as world class proficient at their craft. And they only get better; you wont see them spiraling out of control with substance-abuse or whatnot like so many early metal bands suffered from.
I could write paragraphs about the band and it's members but I can sum them up in one sentence.
Joy in the form of music.
Kanami: "A-chan...how fast can you play?"
Akane: "About 200BPM...why?"
Kanami: "Well, I wrote this in 220 BPM and I was wondering..."
That's not far from the actual conversation that Akane said she had with Kanami
@@philipcable7518 Except Akane said her top speed was about 185-190 if I am remembering the interview correctly. I may not be though. I'll have to go back over to reddit to reread the translation again.
Hell yeah 👍. I love your reaction to Manners, its easily tied with Onset as one of my favorite Band Maid songs, and you are actually way more musically versed and knowledgeable regarding being able to establish the musical themes from history you are detecting may sort of influence the song itself, which I appreciate. This song is just a perfect example of the pure chemistry the Maids have on stage together and how well technically efficient they are as a band.
You know, I didn't think about this before, but for Manners, Kanami is on record saying she's influenced by Carlos Santana. (It's why she plays a PRS.) With the horns on the backing track in this song, I wonder if what you're hearing that's familiar is some older Santana influences.
I'm really liking your content, man. Nice job and there isn't a better band to get lost in!
What even tho Eric paused during Mincho's solo? I thought there was the legendary Maidiac saying "Shut up, Kanami is speaking".😏
@@GaryHolloway-810 I just need a couple of those shirts to wear at the concerts in October... 🤣
@@Badllamah They're pretty damn cool shirts aren't they :)
This band is like a dear friend you haven't seen in many years. Sure, they have grown and changed over the years, but the reasons and base of the friendship is as solid as ever before. Perhaps, even more so.
Ah... you just like that great, rich broadcast voice, Ryan. ;-)
I’m a little late to this reaction, but I couldn’t help jumping in. A couple of real quick points:
1. Thank you for a reaction that serves the music but is not overwhelmed by it. I love how you add value to the tracks with your perspective and knowledge but never to the point where you are looking down on what you have seen and heard.
2. I am super-impressed by both your linguistic and musical vocabularies. Your comparative analysis of the Maids’ musical offerings has given me somewhere else to go, where I can continue to explore other bands that may have acted as inspiration for them. Your range of adjectives and similes when describing what you have heard was a joy. I can really tell you have been assisting listeners to comprehend and appreciate what they are hearing for a good while. That is rare these days.
3. Your research is great: not too much so that the freshness of the reaction is spoiled, but enough to be respectful to the musicians. Great balance.
All in all, a fantastic reaction. You just earned another follower! Thank you.
Loved your analysis! New sub here. Akane and Misa are the goddesses of all rhythm sections everywhere!
Everyone says Band-Maid reminds them of other bands but they can never quite put their finger on it. In the end they sound their own unique selves.
Love that bass solo at the beginning, you don't get to hear that very often. And when those vocals came in, incredible. The second song has amazing percussion, like you mentioned.
Great Reaction and Review! Band-Maid is one of those infectious bands that offer something familiar yet uniquely different and new. I believe It is rare thing to find a band that is proficient enough instrumentally to craft songs that form simplicity from complexity and visa versa all while reflecting a certain familiarity by incorporating the best elements of Rock/Metal/Punk/Funk/Blues & Pop which is catchy enough leaving you wanting more. I cannot ever recall a band that have written and performed music that has left such an effect where I have mimicked the vocals in a language that was foreign to my own. Now that's a rare feat and surprising!
Nonetheless, I do believe I'm not the lone ranger in saying they posses something special. Some unmeasurable intangibles that is truly rare in this day in age. I feel fortunate to have a ticket to see them live later this year in San Diego. I hope your brother gets tickets and gets to experience this band live.
Akane and MISA are the THUNDER BUDDIES. They are one unit. Arguably one of the best rhythm sections currently performing.
What you just experienced is the entire meaning of "the gap". The juxtaposition or contrasting elements that permeate every aspect of this band and their music.
Great reaction! Akane is indeed a fantastic drummer. What I think sets Japanese musicians apart from a lot of western musicians, is their discipline and their modesty. From their interviews I get that they strive to become better with every song, every concert, every album. And they practice all the time. I know that Kanami writes an insane amount of songs (Kanami writes the music and Miku writes most of the lyrics) that never see the light of day and considering they have already over 100 recorded songs, it's incredible!
Discipline, modesty yes, but combined with a fearless approach of their art. They're not afraid of madness and thinking outside of the box.
YES! This performance is so great. I can't wait to see these ladies in Chicago!
I’ve rarely subbed this quickly, but you bring musical knowledge to the table and articulate it very well. There are now several great knowledgeable reactors regularly doing Band Maid, and I’ll be glad to hear more from you. Someone, please get this guy the link to Puzzle!
Misa, the bassist, says Manners is her favorite song. That bass groove really gets the listener.
Eric, love your ears! I love me some Stone Roses, Replacements, and Mudhoney. But yes, “Black Hole” is especially Soundgarden.
Every song off their latest album “Unseen World” is fire-both Manners and Black Hole are from UW. Try “Why Why Why”-it’s GNR with a Motown chorus and a Jane’s Addiction-y stony blues breakdown (but much better singing lol). It works.
The other one I’d suggest is an acoustic number from this past Christmas called “Catharsis.” If they were around in the 90s they’d have a hit MTV Unplugged.
If you added a song to your playlist, for Band-Maid, the acoustic version of Catharsis is simply outstanding. Yes, I concur.
Band Maid is already my favorite band but with your encyclopedia of knowledge and references in music it gives me some extra appreciation and explains why I'm so drawn to them. Great reaction first time here...I think. I'll sub for more keep it up brother!
Akane And Misa attended the Tokyo school of music together, they are good friends and the backbone of the Maids sound, they always seem to know exactly where the other is going, these ladies just keep on exciting me to hear more, cant wait for their U.S. tour
BAND-MAID doing BAND-MAID things .
Excellent reaction Eric. When I first discovered Band-Maid they hit my soul immediately. My wheelhouse was 60's and 70's Rock/Prog but can't explain it. I will tell you that they easily moved into the top spot of my favorite bands within a few weeks. They are so unique, dynamic, melodic and consistent over their 9 years together. They check all the boxes and then some. BAND-MAID are Awesome even when their not playing music. Check out the awesome Rock instrumental ONSET-LIVE. Peace. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Jk the moment i heard the first few bars of "Don't You Tell Me" was a music epiphany for me & the moment my life changed forever. Go the Maids.😁
@@GaryHolloway-810 It's an amazing feat for a band to pull that off. 🔥I knew they'd be putting out new music before the tour. Hardest working (and best) band out there. 😎
@@jkkansasband7056 I can't wait to hear the new stuff. I thought they'd maybe just shoot vids for a couple of new songs to drop before the tour, i wasn't expecting an EP. Not that i'm complaining or anything :)
@@GaryHolloway-810 haha. Duh. I think a vid or two will somehow sneak their way onto YT also before the tour. We have lots of warehouses here in Philly that they can use to shoot. They love the warehouses. 🤣🤣
@P in D 2 Absolutely. I don't think there will be a shortage of great photos for your vids. You better prepare for an onslaught of new content. 😁
Just a quick comment to say thanks for an excellent reaction. Really enjoyed all of the insights and attention to details. Also, appreciate the attempt to remember everyone's names and correct pronunciations. Well done!
So what your saying is Jimmy Page has good taste in drummers.
Misa and Akane are a rhythm section that could easily compete with any I know. Each individually fantastic, but what they create together is insanely good from my non-musician point of view. However, I also think that Miku should not be forgotten and should be included by now. She is skilled enough by now to be able to support even difficult passages and at the same time give Kanami the freedom for her playing. Yes, she may not yet be able to play everything blindly in her sleep or by feel, but she is quite good to manage this task through hard training and practice.
This line of the lyrics👇🏻says it all for me! 😎
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「 _'Our rock never dies ever. Forever!'_ 」 --- from *BAND-MAID* 'Manners' 🕊
As a bass player, I was inspired by Miku to get better on guitar. And most of what she plays is pretty much within my reach (it's matching her speed and precision that's a challenge), but then I hit these sections where it's like Kanami was going "Ok, try THIS" when she wrote it.
@@stevehall5128 I can imagine. 🙈I think it says a lot that Miku can be an inspiration now, even for seasoned musicians. It shows that Kanami must be a good teacher and Miku a good student. :) 👍🏻
I would love to be a silent observer at one of their teacher-student sessions. I don't want to know how many times Miku curses Kanami for one task or another. 🤭
It's really fun looking at their older stuff and the newer stuff and seeing how much Miku has grown as a guitarist.
@@phaeron haha!---yes !
Omg you mentioned Robin Trower .... That took me by surprise .
Band Maid knows no boundaries ...
What I appreciate the most from Band-Maid is that the song never sounds exactly the same. There are parts that will remind you of that other part at the beginning of the song but Misa or Akane will be doing something just different enough that the song feels fresh all the way throughout
Best reaction channel I have found this week. Soothing. Informative. Insightful. Well spoken and respectful commentary. Sir, you made an old head smile.
Thank you Eric. The first time I heard Manners I was transported back to my college days with bands like ZZ Top, Trapeze and so many others. These girls have taken that sound and added their own style and it is amazing. They are helping to save rock for all of us who miss this sound.
I think you're just hearing the blues, man!! The blues is the ultimate comfort music. I'm in my 60's so you are right smack on that Manners is reminiscent of the late 60's early 70's. (Like Cream, maybe...)
Awesome Reaction Brother! You do excellent breakdowns. Love the insight. Band Maid rocks!😊😎🤘🤘🤘🤘
Super talented and brings a smile every time.
These guys and The Warning do this to me all the time, constantly reminds me of something long ago.... Awesome breakdown!!
Unique. That is the essence of Band-Maid. They take every type of sound and combine it to make the music their own. Been a Band- Maidiac since 2016. They never get old and they always make me smile. Love your shirt btw. Best pink floyd album ever.
Drummer and base are absolute beasts!
The groovy Band-Maid songs like Manners reminds me in some ways of a Grand Funk Railroad with the blues/pop/rock vibe.
i can never identify who any given Band-Maid song reminds me of; they're very clever at blending influences, so you'll get something that sounds like Paramore over a White Zombie riff. Manners definitely gives me Heart vibes (Magic Man, with that off-beat groove). if you want another band that's steeped in old-school Blues Rock, Glim Spanky is great, like a combination of Janis Joplin, Cream, and The Beatles. Remi Matsuo has one of the most badass voices i've ever heard.
"deceivingly authoritative" yea that's our Ice Queen.
Black Hole gives me chills every time. Soundgarden but with Primus bass is extremely relevant to my interests, and they bring it all together into this breathtakingly intense package that's like Slayer Fast (around 220 bpm) while producing this absolute maelstrom of Post-Prog-Grunge. love it love it love it. if you want more mind blowing Prog-Punk madness, check out Sokoninaru, who are currently my personal favorite band, both brain melting and beautiful.
Yes sir, I love me some Glim Spanky!!
So many moving parts in each song. I could pick out bits of the Molly Hatchet type stuff and then the odd dance phrase pops in and out. Miku started out in pure girl group pop so bits of that phase in and out. As my oldest who writes a lot of songs has said "well if you realize someone else used your great new riff why not use three others at the same time?"
It is there, it’s pure hard rock.
Ryan Mear who is another reactor /long time rocker who loves this song (the album version is a lot better imo) says it sounds quite a lot like a band called 'clutch' I dunno if they are an old band.
And yes- they have some of the best rock musicians on the planet- Akane being one of them!
Some serious Faith No More bass vibes in the beginning, loving it!!
Your analysis, Eric... respect! Hope you keep going with the Trifecta of Metal, Hard Rock and Rock: Jinjer, Band-Maid, and The Warning -- all pushing their core genres into the next realm!🤘🤘🤘
Personally, I'd replace The Warning with Orbit Culture.
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@@Evilatem The Warning is rock. OC is metal. Can't compare genres like that. I still prefer Jinjer's prog groove metal over the oldish Metallica sound. OC is good, for sure, but overly familiar, for me. But one thing... all four bands will be hitting it hard at Shockfest in Oct. Thx, Evilatem!
Well...Jimmy Page caught a performance of theirs awhile back and said Akane is one of the best he's ever heard. So there is that...
The list of bands and styles people are reminded of by just these two songs (or rather, elements of them) in this thread is pretty amazing. To me this isn't a sign of derivativeness, but an overall mastery of rock music:
The Rolling Stones
Rush
Clutch
Molly Hatchet
jazz
Living Colour
En Vogue
Led Zeppelin
Montrose
Janet Jackson
the Stone Roses
the Replacements
Mudhoney
Soundgarden
ZZ Top
Trapeze
Faith No More
Robin Trower
the blues
Cream
Mountain
Husker Du
Jane's Addiction
Wow!!
this is late, i just saw it. my first was thrill, couldnt tell you but my first thought was led zeppelin
From Bluesy Rock to Speed Metal. These girls are awesome. Good job! and thank you.
Miku wears a red rose, Saiki wears blue.
These five girls rock harder than you. :)
That bass line is of the charts tremendous
Great analysis! You nailed it all. 👏🏻 (Only small slip is the lead singer is pronounced Sigh-key and I think you said Say-key once.) I love this band!!!
Just found your channel and I absolutely loved your break down, I really understood what you were saying and agree 100 percent. As for the hookup I'm going to see them in NYC and New Jersey cant help you out with Phoenix but they should really go even if they have to pay little extra in the aftermarket. They put n an amazing show and worth every penny. I don't know if you have checked out Lovebites, another all lady power metal band from japan, if you haven't you need check out Holy War Live in Zepp diver city its amazing. Thanks again for a great reaction.
MISA!!! MISA!!! MISA!!! 🥃🥃🥃 Manners reminds me of the groovy songs I grew up with in the 70s..... AH AH AH Ah Ah Ah ah ah..... 🤙🏼
I've heard a lot of comments from others that Manners sounds like a Clutch song. It reminds me of Soundgarden.
Very informative reaction. Learn a lot new. Glad that u appreciate this band.
My first thought hearing Manners was the monster guitar hook from En Vogue's "Free Your Mind". The song also puts me in mind of Led Zep's "The Rover", Montrose' "Rock Candy" and a bit of Janet Jackson's "Black Cat".
IMO the En Vogue comparison is spot-on. Worth noting that that song was itself inspired by "Free Your Mind...And Your Ass Will Follow" by Funkadelic back in 1970. Also rather ironic that En Vogue was a prime example of a super-talented group where conflicting egos seem to have constantly split them apart, in contrast to Band-Maid's unity and cooperation.
Eric, from all the comments before me, it looks like you hit the nail with your comments and reaction. Band-Maid is special to all of us Maidiacs for various reasons. Band-Maid couldn’t have arrived at a better time with everything going on in the world. They lighten the heart and a smile on many faces. Thanks again.
THE best live Rock band in existence. Think that's everything covered. The sound/tempo/rhythm you're hearing but can't place is the sound of the great Rock bands I went to see in the 70's, especially Led Zeppelin, but this is Rock for the 21st century.
Story is Jimmy page caught one of their shows in Tokyo. He was so impressed with the drumming he ask to go back stage and meet her. So cool! Her a Misa are so good!
WARNING... (Your next Band-Maid song suggestion ;-)... It's bad MANNERS to stop listening to Band-Maid because you'll feel starved for musical excellence and joy and fall into a BLACK HOLE of emptiness... probably! 😵 Thx, Eric!
Really enjoyed your perspective on Band-Maid. Love this band! Well done and I look forward to your next one.
since i first heard Band-Maid i said that they have that familiar new sound. you can pick up their Santana, Hendrix, Deep Purple influences and tho i don't think i ever heard them mention it they make me think of Rush not their sound but their style and dynamics within the band
Def a good classic blues rock groove in Manners ♥
I believe Miku said it best: yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah! ♥
Geezo I'm really late here hah but had to comment. Your explaination about Saiki's vocals was SO GOOD Thank you.
Never heard anyone else talk about her higher register natural voice havinf less "natural" command and of course that makes sense. So I now appreciate when she does let go of some grit ( which I love) she is emphasizing really emphasizing command.
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I agree with you that some of their songs make you think back to where you might have heard it before. But the references seem to be from 30 or more years ago...things they would never have heard. And I can never quite put my finger on it either, like you. They're making some sort of universal rock n roll. Even Black Hole sounds like it could have one of King Crimson's songs.
Ever get the feeling Akane has a little of the Professors (Peart) gene when it comes to fills serving the song. I haven't heard anyone who has her understanding of how musical drums can be to the overall texture of a song.
Great reaction I love when reactors help me understand what I'm hearing Band Maid loves playing fast and with their punk influence I never heard the grunge Black Hole always sounded busy to me I think I hear it better now Thank You
You just gotta love The Barefoot Assassin!!!!
Subbed for more Band Maid. 🤘🏻
BAND-MAID is always Fresh yet Familiar. Don't even try to figure out the influence of their songs. You'll blow a microchip. I've been trying to figure out the influence for the ending on 'Secret My Lips' for years. The only one I, and a few other people as well, have figured out was 'Thrill', and that's only because it's so obvious. It's 'Thriller'. But they didn't even write that one. It was their breakthrough hit on their very first music video and they weren't writing their own material yet. They are uncrackable. So unless I see the anime that has the song that reminds me of the ending of 'Secret My Lips', I'll never figure it out. BTW, it's Saiki's name is pronounce like (Sigh-Key), Psyche. not Say-Key. If you want to hear her scream listen to her in between verse in 'Play!' LIVE.
No God is influenced by motorhead. Very ace of spades sound to it
"Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah." - Miku Kobato
Thanks so much GREAT reaction!
“Formulaic, that’s for pop music”. Maybe the best comment ever. Nice sucker punch bro. For those that didn’t stick around, he wasn’t talking about Band Maid when he said that.
great reaction!🤘😎🤘
and right on time for the one year anniversary of that particular okyu-ji :D
Akane is also proficient is several other instruments, piano, organ, sax and I think, not sure, but I think the drums were just a side thing when she started, she is awesome. It is all so amazing to think that Miku's dream and finding the right people to put together actually made an amazing band.
I believe it was the Trombone not the Sax that she started with as her first instrument at school.
People will give you names of many other insane drummers, but Akane is my favorite. Her drumming seems to me very melodic, colourful and playful while the timing is always perfect.
That was some excellent analysis!
Nice to see your follow-up was just as good as your first reaction. Really enjoying your insight. And speaking of 'familiar', that voice. Makes me long for the mid-to-late 90s 99x Radio DJs here in Atlanta.
Funny you say that! I actually did some voice work for both 99x and Fox 94 back in the day! I did a couple of bits and promos for them after a consultant got me some gigs doing V/O work.
Cheers!
Eric
@@TheWyldesidewithEricClark That's awesome. I miss Barnes, Leslie, and Jimmy in the mornings. :) A thing the kids will miss out on... morning drivetime.
@@mattdhorstman There is a push from independent station owners to go back to the "classic" programming where talent and music drive the station and not sales. If the product is top notch, the sales will come. For the past 40 years, the sole focus of most stations is sales with very little to any regard shown to programming. I sat in a chair and watched one of the Dickey Brothers of Cumulus say, "I don't care if there is only a Test Tone on our stations, you will sell advertising."...That was the beginning of the end for most radio. Consolidation and consultants ruined the radio we grew up with all for new cars and houses and cocaine and strippers.
Sorry for the rant.
Cheers!
Eric
I call Manner my Jazz fix, and Black Hole Ferrets on Meth. You really, REALLY need to watch Onset now.
Got my VIP tickets to the show at the House of Blues in Houston. October can't get here soon enough.
What would it take to get these ladies some radio play? Surely, you know people. I know, don't call you Shirley.
They are our future.
Jimmy Page, caught their act and wanted to meet Akane. She thought she was being pranked. They did meet. There is a picture of the two of them on the internet. Later, he said not in flattery, she was the reincarnation of John Bonham. High praise indeed!
There's no evidence he actually made the Bonham comparison, but asking for a pic with her is high praise enough.
funk/punk/speed metal? sounds like infectious groove/ suicidal tendencies hybrid description
You said it. Progressive rock.
There is absolutely no doubt in my mind that Akan’s is one of the very best drummers on the planet right now😎🤘🔥
I second that!!
Wow! Impressive, a reference to Robin Trower!
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No body was making music this good twenty years ago , yes maybe fifty years ago . I like Saiki’s moving between Japanese and English .
20 yrs ago? Dude, Manners homages jams from 40-50 yrs ago! The closest I can bring Manners to is 70s era Aerosmith and Zeppelin. Now Black Hole is a completely different animal. It’s got elements of Hard Rock, Prog Rock and even good ol’ mid 80s Thrash!😄💪🏻🤘🏻
Well, "Old Rock" in the title, Pink Floyd "Animals" on your t shirt and it is a Band-Maid reaction - guess what man, you got a subscriber even before me watching your video 😀
I am always remembered on "Free your mind" by En Vogue.
For some reason to my head popped En Vogues Free of mind which was already said here in comments and also Whitney houston`s Queen of the night.
Eric, thanks for the analysis! Subbed for Band Maid. I suggest "I Still Seek Revenge" from Unseen World (audio track but no MV). An underappreciated rhythm section butt kicker.
Akane is not a drummer!
Akane is a virtuoso percussionist who chooses to PLAY the drums.
Extraordinary talent, I love her work.
Cheers and thanks!
Band-Maids "Freedom" official live is a great song for Akane. She throws in some disco beats.
Akane has cited Bernard Purdie as an influence, and I think it shows in Manners.