New comment. Band-Maid is the most impressive band I've experienced since hearing the Beatles and the Stones in the '60s. I stumbled across these ladies around the time you posted this video. "Thrill" had popped into my YT suggestions, but I had doubts about cute Asian girls in maid costumes. OMG was I wrong about that! I watched "Thrill" and wondered if they could keep it going, watching "Real Existence" and "Manners/Black Hole". Then I saw "Onset" and realized I hadn't experienced such brilliance since Neal Peart died and RUSH disbanded. This piece is incredible and I did not think anything could top it, but a year later Band-Maid released "From Now On" and brought me to tears. Kanami, Miku, Misa, Akane, and Saiki have pulled off a miracle in keeping Band-Maid together, always working towards the next step, the next level. I now pre-order everything (EPs, Albums, Singles, Streams) they do because they always promise "To Do Our Best!"
Without bias, they are one of the best rhythm sections playing today, period! If bands were cars, _Band Maid_ would be a pink Nissan GT-R with a Hello Kitty graphic wrap. Cute and girly-looking, but with a mean snarl coming from under the hood. The snarl then grows to a roar, the tires start to scream and smoke, and it's off to the races.
You are one of the few on youtube who really have something interesting to say about this music. Everyone, who plays in a band or makes music himself, should watch first "Real Existence" (Live 2018) by Band-Maid. With this performance they kick everybodys ass and show what is possible as a rock band. And to all the other bands, check it out and learn! 🙂
I teared up when I saw your "Tank Fact" about Jimmy Page and Akane. Given that he used to play with arguably the greatest rock drummer of them all, that's one HELL of a compliment!
6:07 Band Maid doesn't put a single unnecessary note to the composition of their music. That's why Akane's moment is so short, her contribution is as perfect as it is. Great reaction.
The perfect balance, not too simple, not too complex. As good as all are, and i love the tapping melody, but Akane kills it with her fills and drumming style. For more drum shredding by Akane, watch Freedom live.
@@TankTheTech ah it's no worries dude, you're a fun creator to watch even dropped a twitch follow if you ever feel like playing some games together sometime
BAND MAID / REAL EXISTENCE (April 13th, 2018) .This Heavy hard rock on real. BAND-MAID / FREEDOM (Feb. 14th, 2020) .Song is cool and drum it very good. BAND-MAID / Blooming(MV).This guitar i think you hype. BAND-MAID / 輪廻 ( RINNE )(MV).Heavy Metal!! And etc. Thank you reaction band maid.
Hey, I know it’s been awhile since you touched on Band-Maid. Would love to see what you think of the new instrumental they just released call “From now on”. They musicianship has increased so much. New level!
What a great night that was! I got to meet the band, show off my drawings of the Nov 2018 concert, took my daughter to see them for the first time (my fourth) and she loved them too.
Freedom, yes. But the Version from Feb.2020!! Great Solo from Akane. Of course not (never) long enough. She comes like a hurricane. But with a smile as if it were the easiest thing in the world☺
A certain MR EDDIE VAN HALEN would be impressed with KANAMI'S tapping technique. The music scene in JAPAN is just killing it, so much good stuff coming from the land of the rising sun. The talent level is off the charts, These girls are flat out ROCK STARS. SHRED ON LADIES...
I´m not quite sure, if Eddie van Halen also started playing piano in childhood, just like Kanami. Maybe this helps to coordinate both hands and press the strings similar to the keys.
My little brag whenever I see a reaction to this vid. I was lucky enough to be at the first public performance of this song. This show was at Zepp Tokyo on April 13, 2018. It was the last in a three-show mini-tour that started at Nagoya Diamond Hall (April 4, 2018) with Osaka Namba Hatch (4-6-2018) in the middle. I had planned a trip to Japan for that two-week period and managed to get tickets to the show. While I was waiting for the show, another guy from the USA came up and was talking to me; he had an extra ticket which he offered me. Show tickets in Japan are numbered, and he gave me #24 (I had #175 or so). So, I ended up being on the rail between Saiki and Kanami. Weirdly enough, I ran into a Japanese guy also on the rail who I had met the year before at the J-Pop Summit show. In any case, Diamond Hall has a capacity of about 800, and I believe it was sold out. So, I was one of the first 800 people to get to see this performed live :)
The new video for Play, on their channel, is awesome. I don’t like Play, I only ever enjoyed it when I saw it played live, but the new video is awesome. The energy, the crowd, the band, it’s all perfect.
i just have to say, as a little side note to everything going on, i enjoy the use of Maximum the Hormone in the background of the last section of this video.
Calling my shot. You are going to lose your shit over Mincho's insane tapping and MISA's wicked pick to slap transition in her solo section. Ill find out if Im right in just under 2 hours. This group is the savior of hard rock and more people need to know sbout them.
I am an old school rocker saw zepp in 76 and all the other greats i love JinJer and when i watch Band Maid i just have a perpetua l smile on my face just love these mega talented ladies so proud of them!!l
Kanami is a bloody song writing musical genius. You can see why the other ladies in the band call her Sensei. When she's in her studio work mode. In interviews she plays like she's a bit of a ditzy airhead. Shes defiantly not that. She' loves writing music to show off the others talent. I have seen and heard a lot of bands since the 70's. I honestly don't think I can think of any better than this band right now. The talent level of this band is insanely. And what I love best about them. They truly love being and performing together. It really shows in their performance.
Great review dude as always damn these ladiies never cease to amaze me they are just awesome live I have been lucky enough to see them on 4 occasions and they just blow me away every time and I'm 61 thought id seen it all ya know but my goodness just sheer joy if you or someone can find a link u need to check out live don't you tell me track from 2017 I think the duel between misa bass and kanami guitar is just sheer supernatural !!! I ain't kidding jus chills dude sheer chills pure art 😁🤘🤘 always cool listening to you
BandMaid are the best progressive hard rock band in the world. All five women are virtuoso on their instruments. Kanami is an elite songwriter. Misa and Akane (I adore her) are the Goddesses of Rhythm. Saiki is an incredible vocalist. And Miku does everything else - and formed the band. Words can't express how grateful I am to have found them about three years ago. It was life-changing. Truth.
I think your face pretty much says it all, they are astonoshing. Everyones saying Freedom for a reason, but other good ones to go through are Bubble, Puzzle, The None Fiction Days, Wonderland, Alone, Rinne/Reincarnation, Choose Me and The Dragon Cries.
Hearing Maximum the Hormone's song while TankTheTech was giving a review at the end made me a little conflicted, coz instead of listening to his review, I was focusing on the song. I like both bands! hahaha Great reaction, btw!
I've been eagerly awaiting a new reaction to Band Maid - you have a substantial musical background and your insights greatly add to my own knowledge of this incredible band - and yes, you've barely scratched the surface... Definitely Freedom live - also Play, Real Existance, Puzzle, and if you're lucky enough to find a copy online, their mind-numbing live version of "Moritorium"... and somewhere along the way you have to check out the MV for "Thrill" - their first big hit from 2014 when they were all in their early 20's and even then showing signs of the incredibly things to come... oh, and their "Blooming" MV - a must see.. and the dozens of others.... and then their alter-ego "Band-Maiku".... ok, that should get you through the rest of the year :)
Great reaction and you're in for a GREAT ride. Band Maid is one of the best rock band ever, PERIOD. They write and arrange their songs, they're the total package. If you want to go on a journey I'd say start with Thrill, it's their first big hit BUT it was written for them when their label wouldn't let them write their songs. Then go check Alone, it was the first song the label let them perform that they wrote and arranged themselves. The contrast between the two video just showcases how talented they are when they're not held back. They've got more than 90 songs and any Band Maid fan will tell you that they're all good! My personal favorite is Yolo but My Secret Lips is pretty fantastic too. If you want something more accessible check out Blooming.
Drum Solo Freedom Live 2.17 mins in I bet you have watched it by now but for new people to Band Made Watch and enjoy 2022 these girls will be playing Stadiums ,
I would recommend Play from the 2/14/20 concert, you get a back and forth between the bass and guitar.. As some people have said, Freedom from the same concert, get a great drum solo.
Always a delight to see people enjoy Band-Maid. I still am patiently waiting for you to react to their song Blooming since it still has the most kickass guitar solo from all their songs (though thats personal preference ofcourse).
What is most impressive other than their Top Notch musicianship is their masterful songwriting. Its one thing to be a great musician and another to apply that ability towards crafting a song that is uniquely their own. Songs that incorporate the best of Hard Rock, Metal, Funk, Punk and Pop. Their exceptional musical ability and talent allows them to Draw from a wide pallet in crafting their tracks. I have to say they are best active Hard Rock band in the world. You would be hard pressed to find a better Bass & Drum combo than Misa & Akane, They lay a solid foundation to build upon. They are both Beasts on their respective instruments. As for track recommendations I would recommend the following tracks: Puzzle, Moritorium, Secret My Lips, Real Existence, Turn Me On, Alone, Take Me Higher, Blooming, Play, well I better stop there otherwise I would list every track they have created.
As others have said, "Freedom", from February this year, will blow your socks off as well as your hat. It's one of my favourite songs and that is a fantastic performance. I just discovered BAND-MAID myself in January of this year, and yeah, they are now one of my favourite bands. They are so good, and they all seem to be having so much fun, especially in some of the fan-cam uploads at smaller NA and Euro venues. I just adore them, and I hope they are making music together for a long, long time.
I loved your reaction to them and you did some great research for the tank facts which I always appreciate You mentioned the song that I would suggest the most from one thing you mentioned during the song which is Freedom (live) from the Shibuya concert. Play (live) and Rinne (MV) I would also highly recommend and all are on their official YT page.. Great reaction to a great instrumental. Thanks Tank!
awesome man! this song actually blown my mind the first time. The drums was the first thing that immediately catch my attention and then after listening to Alone and Play i fell in love with the band
Will hop on the Freedom (live) bandwagon. And, from the same show, Play (live). But for some contrast, find the MV for Thrill. It’s from very early in their career, and while their talent is there, it’s less refined, and you can see where they were in the beginning. Which was still very good.
I love that not one member/instrument over powers the rest... Sure, in this song the guitars are highlighted, but you never forget the bass and drums through the whole song.
Finally more band maid! Check out freedom live next if you want to see more of Akane on drums also hearing maximum the hormone at the end was a nice surprise
Once again an awesome video! And I teared up a lot too when I first heard them!! BTW I love that you have Maximum the Hormone's 'Chuu chuu lovely muni muni mura mura' on in the outro talk! Top class
Time you caught up with them - starting with the new instrumental "from now on" - was on of the six featured releases in Guitar World a month ago. They also had a triumphant tour of the US - Tony Visconti caught them in NY and said "one of the best gigs I've ever seen" (!! Imaginar who he's comparing them to) the latest pre - tour EP charted in the top ten global CD chart and apple. So go to their UA-cam channel and see "from now on" and other new stuff, as well as a zillion fancams of the US tour.
From what I remember hearing on one of his livestreams, he let some of the more "aggressive" BAND-MAID fans get to him. He hasn't reacted to or spoken a word of them since. It's a shame because he really seemed to like the maids. I think the last song he reacted to was Manners two years ago.
One thing I appreciate about these girls is that as hard as they go, they don't overdo it. They all shred but they never get /too/ flashy and I love it. Kind of expanding on this, this is something I see from women musicians more often than men. Obviously this is a sweeping generalization but when a dude can shred he will go all the way all the time, never holding back, and that can be awesome but there's something to be said for pulling it back, too. Everything these girls do absolutely fits with everything else going on in the song. They really show that you can take pure rock and roll and still innovate without going too prog. Which is perfectly fine, too, I love me some Rush, but there's something refreshing about the sound of Band-Maid that really draws me in. Other people have probably mentioned them, too, but for another take on innovating modern rock you can't go wrong with Wagakki Band. Their blending of traditional Japanese music and rock/metal is nothing short of masterful. A very different experience from Band-Maid but well worth looking into, IMO.
chu chu lovely muni mura! Great Reaction and commentary!! I love that you do the research and all that. I use to listen to Band Maid a lot... not so much these days.... but with all the reactions that i've watched, definitely got me in to it again. Love and power from Argentina!!
More facts Tank. I got this from translated interview with Akane. 1. When Akane excitedly told her mother Jimmy Page liked her, her mother asked if he had a good day job. 2. When Jimmy was asked what he thought of lead guitarist Akani, Jimmy cheekily replied ,... She's the best guitarist I have seen since Me ! lol
Misa is THE reason I gave this group a 2nd chance and Onset being the 3rd thing I heard from them is what turned me into a fan who will blindly buy an album to be surprised or disappointed by like when I was a kid. Thankfully it's all been good and that initial song I didn't like has since grown on me.
In the past couple of years I've come to really enjoy Band-Maid, Tokyo Groove Jyoshi, The Jazz Avengers, Shoka Okubo and Nao Yoshioka. All are from Japan and excite my ears when I hear them.
I agree with Jason’s comment below, if you want to see a longer drum solo by Akane Hirose look at Freedom - Band Maid and Akane’s drum demo (UA-cam). DEFINITELY WORTH YOUR TIME - Killer!!!
Akane will bring you to your knees in "Freedom", also "Wonderland" is a masterpiece from Shibuya; however, this song, Onset is from the show in Zepp Tokyo 2018...from that show try "Puzzle" - it will take your breath away, "Turn me On"...Misa will turn you on big time, amazing bass showcase, also - Play live from Zepp, again Misa and Akane; "Moratorium" - will stop your heart, 5 vs 6 string battle Misa vs Kanami in "Take Me Higher" and "Don't you tell Me"!!! You mentioned the production...have you noticed that big-ass chandelier on top of the stage???))) The list goes on and on!!! All live performances, don't waste your time watching the MV's)) There is one undeniable truth here - no matter what you do in life, there will be always 100lbs Japanese girls in maid costumes that can do it better than you...!!! They're making so many bands look bad, honestly, they are way too good to be true...
I went down a UA-cam rabbit hole again and came across this video. I'm thoroughly happy to have been introduced to this group. Holy fuck. Just fuck... Crazy talent. It's been a good night
Still waiting on Chase to react to this too, but Band-Maid has an alter-ego April Fools band called Band Maiko where they cover their own songs with the addition of traditional Japanese instruments. Try reacting to Secret My Lips followed by the cover Secret Maiko Lips. Crazy showcase of their versatility.
And they do it in the traditional costumes of the Maiko. Maiko is a geisha in training. Their first tune in that style was one of their existing ones. The words of the most recent of their Band-Maiko tunes, written specifically for Band-Maiko, bring that home brutally: The cute Maiko thing is also dark humor/commentary on their society's traditional expectations of women if you get the lyrics. Kyoto is also known for stories of supernatural happenings, hungry ghosts, monsters etc. It will be interesting to see if they incorporate that sometime too.
I'm with you man. I can't get enough either. I grew up with the biggest bands from the 70's ( Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath Uriah Heap. Deep Purple etc) Yep, I'm in my 60's. Bands like these are breath of fresh air over the rather staid, monotone offerings of the 'commercial music industry' of the last decade or so. The alternative scene has always been so much better. As always, love your reaction.
in here u can hear miku (zemaitis) and kanami (prs) playing lead in second chorus, it's rad... love if u wanna see freedrom live, but is nice to see u react to Music Video and then Live. there some MV that doesn't hv a Live Perform yet, like BLOOMING MV or RINNE (Reincarnation) MV. that MV was something
By the way because almost no one seems to notice it during her solo, because she does it so incredibly seamlessly, but, at 4:36 MISA swaps from using her pick to slapping her bass by holding the pick in the crook of her index finger.
@@TankTheTech Really? Guess I'm just used to the non-musically inclined people I usually show the band to, as they never seem to notice lol. It is my favorite aspect of her playing, she regularly swaps between them mid-song and I just love it!
Might want to react to a 3 piece band that is about as addictive as Band-Maid..Kitsujibungaku. Different style..closer to California Rock than hard-rock. Great singer.
Good review by a musician. Quality, skills and talent never goes out of fashion. These girls are like drugs, you get hooked and can`t get enough of them
New comment.
Band-Maid is the most impressive band I've experienced since hearing the Beatles and the Stones in the '60s.
I stumbled across these ladies around the time you posted this video. "Thrill" had popped into my YT suggestions, but I had doubts about cute Asian girls in maid costumes. OMG was I wrong about that! I watched "Thrill" and wondered if they could keep it going, watching "Real Existence" and "Manners/Black Hole". Then I saw "Onset" and realized I hadn't experienced such brilliance since Neal Peart died and RUSH disbanded. This piece is incredible and I did not think anything could top it, but a year later Band-Maid released "From Now On" and brought me to tears.
Kanami, Miku, Misa, Akane, and Saiki have pulled off a miracle in keeping Band-Maid together, always working towards the next step, the next level. I now pre-order everything (EPs, Albums, Singles, Streams) they do because they always promise "To Do Our Best!"
Without bias, they are one of the best rhythm sections playing today, period! If bands were cars, _Band Maid_ would be a pink Nissan GT-R with a Hello Kitty graphic wrap. Cute and girly-looking, but with a mean snarl coming from under the hood. The snarl then grows to a roar, the tires start to scream and smoke, and it's off to the races.
Hahahahahaha. YES!
hah, great analogy
They should have B-M in the next Fast & Furious,featuring that car in a pink slip race. But which maid would drive it?
@@GaryHolloway-810 Miku of course
A pink R34!!
Miku really does an amazing job on rhythm guitar. She does not get enough credit for her playing. She really fills out the sound.
Yes cant go wrong with "Freedom"
You are one of the few on youtube who really have something interesting to say about this music. Everyone, who plays in a band or makes music himself, should watch first "Real Existence" (Live 2018) by Band-Maid. With this performance they kick everybodys ass and show what is possible as a rock band. And to all the other bands, check it out and learn! 🙂
I teared up when I saw your "Tank Fact" about Jimmy Page and Akane. Given that he used to play with arguably the greatest rock drummer of them all, that's one HELL of a compliment!
Well, yes... "Freedom live" for the drum solo. But really... Akane kills it throughout every song!
Agreed. Also check out Blooming or Choose Me if you want just some of the best grooving and beats you've heard yet.
6:07
Band Maid doesn't put a single unnecessary note to the composition of their music. That's why Akane's moment is so short, her contribution is as perfect as it is. Great reaction.
YUP Band maid is todays best real rock band !!!!
Can we talk about how amazing that mix is?!? It's amazing how clearly you can hear every one of these amazing musicians.
Yep. Especially that beautiful Zamaitis guitar of Miku's chugging away. So good to hear it nice & bright in the mix.
The perfect balance, not too simple, not too complex.
As good as all are, and i love the tapping melody, but Akane kills it with her fills and drumming style. For more drum shredding by Akane, watch Freedom live.
officially my favourite video of yours. Not only is it Band-Maid Onset but its also got MTH as background music!
Thanks a ton!
@@TankTheTech ah it's no worries dude, you're a fun creator to watch even dropped a twitch follow if you ever feel like playing some games together sometime
BAND MAID / REAL EXISTENCE (April 13th, 2018)
.This Heavy hard rock on real.
BAND-MAID / FREEDOM (Feb. 14th, 2020)
.Song is cool and drum it very good.
BAND-MAID / Blooming(MV).This guitar i think you hype.
BAND-MAID / 輪廻 ( RINNE )(MV).Heavy Metal!!
And etc. Thank you reaction band maid.
Hey, I know it’s been awhile since you touched on Band-Maid. Would love to see what you think of the new instrumental they just released call “From now on”. They musicianship has increased so much. New level!
I had goosebumps when they played this song live at Islington last year. Almost screaming like a Beatles teen groupie.
Shoot, I get goosebumps just watching a Band-Maid MV for the fortieth time. I hope I don't pass out when I get to see them live.
@@chrisbergsten1429 Yes, expect a sore throat and lot muscle pain afterwards.
What a great night that was! I got to meet the band, show off my drawings of the Nov 2018 concert, took my daughter to see them for the first time (my fourth) and she loved them too.
@@philipebbrell2793 Parenting level expert.
@@philipcable7518 I was worried as Ed Sheeran is her favourite.
Freedom, yes. But the Version from Feb.2020!! Great Solo from Akane. Of course not (never) long enough. She comes like a hurricane. But with a smile as if it were the easiest thing in the world☺
A certain MR EDDIE VAN HALEN would be impressed with KANAMI'S
tapping technique.
The music scene in JAPAN is just killing it, so much good stuff coming from the land of the rising sun.
The talent level is off the charts, These girls are flat out ROCK STARS. SHRED ON LADIES...
I´m not quite sure, if Eddie van Halen also started playing piano in childhood, just like Kanami. Maybe this helps to coordinate both hands and press the strings similar to the keys.
My little brag whenever I see a reaction to this vid.
I was lucky enough to be at the first public performance of this song. This show was at Zepp Tokyo on April 13, 2018. It was the last in a three-show mini-tour that started at Nagoya Diamond Hall (April 4, 2018) with Osaka Namba Hatch (4-6-2018) in the middle. I had planned a trip to Japan for that two-week period and managed to get tickets to the show. While I was waiting for the show, another guy from the USA came up and was talking to me; he had an extra ticket which he offered me. Show tickets in Japan are numbered, and he gave me #24 (I had #175 or so). So, I ended up being on the rail between Saiki and Kanami. Weirdly enough, I ran into a Japanese guy also on the rail who I had met the year before at the J-Pop Summit show.
In any case, Diamond Hall has a capacity of about 800, and I believe it was sold out. So, I was one of the first 800 people to get to see this performed live :)
Sweet!
Any song from BAND MAID is worth listening
The new video for Play, on their channel, is awesome. I don’t like Play, I only ever enjoyed it when I saw it played live, but the new video is awesome. The energy, the crowd, the band, it’s all perfect.
I love and greatly appreciate the research that you do. Thank you!
Hi Tank!!! Only one word to describe this performance, EXTRAORDINARY!! This band really rock!!!🤘🤘😀🇵🇷
Otro boricua fan de Band Maid? Increible! 😄🤘
If you want drum solo "FREEDOM live" is the one for you, I have seen reactors just sit there, mouth open and not knowing what to say.
i just have to say, as a little side note to everything going on, i enjoy the use of Maximum the Hormone in the background of the last section of this video.
Noticed that too. Now it's obvious why there are no MtH reactions on his channel. :D
Calling my shot. You are going to lose your shit over Mincho's insane tapping and MISA's wicked pick to slap transition in her solo section. Ill find out if Im right in just under 2 hours. This group is the savior of hard rock and more people need to know sbout them.
I am an old school rocker saw zepp in 76 and all the other greats i love JinJer and when i watch Band Maid i just have a perpetua l smile on my face just love these mega talented ladies so proud of them!!l
Kanami is a bloody song writing musical genius. You can see why the other ladies in the band call her Sensei. When she's in her studio work mode. In interviews she plays like she's a bit of a ditzy airhead. Shes defiantly not that. She' loves writing music to show off the others talent. I have seen and heard a lot of bands since the 70's. I honestly don't think I can think of any better than this band right now. The talent level of this band is insanely. And what I love best about them. They truly love being and performing together. It really shows in their performance.
Great review dude as always damn these ladiies never cease to amaze me they are just awesome live I have been lucky enough to see them on 4 occasions and they just blow me away every time and I'm 61 thought id seen it all ya know but my goodness just sheer joy if you or someone can find a link u need to check out live don't you tell me track from 2017 I think the duel between misa bass and kanami guitar is just sheer supernatural !!! I ain't kidding jus chills dude sheer chills pure art 😁🤘🤘 always cool listening to you
Haha love that you have Maximum the Hormone in the background in the end x'D
It's mesmerizing seeing those slender almost fragile fingers grinding away on that bass, awesome artists
Yeah! Yhey don't look strong enough to bang a bass that hard. God bless the 'Barefoot Bass Assassin'.
Akane shreds on the drums in *Freedom* great drum solo and *Alone*
Going to see them live in Oct. Man I am excited
BandMaid are the best progressive hard rock band in the world. All five women are virtuoso on their instruments. Kanami is an elite songwriter. Misa and Akane (I adore her) are the Goddesses of Rhythm. Saiki is an incredible vocalist. And Miku does everything else - and formed the band. Words can't express how grateful I am to have found them about three years ago. It was life-changing. Truth.
Why haven't I heard of them before? This is great. Thanks!
Maximum the hormone playing at the end there, aaawwweeesome. If i wasn't already subbed I would for that alone.
I think your face pretty much says it all, they are astonoshing. Everyones saying Freedom for a reason, but other good ones to go through are Bubble, Puzzle, The None Fiction Days, Wonderland, Alone, Rinne/Reincarnation, Choose Me and The Dragon Cries.
Hearing Maximum the Hormone's song while TankTheTech was giving a review at the end made me a little conflicted, coz instead of listening to his review, I was focusing on the song. I like both bands! hahaha
Great reaction, btw!
"Rinne" "Rinne" the best Band Maid...... have nice day
That's some good shit! And love the MTH in the background at the end!
I've been eagerly awaiting a new reaction to Band Maid - you have a substantial musical background and your insights greatly add to my own knowledge of this incredible band - and yes, you've barely scratched the surface... Definitely Freedom live - also Play, Real Existance, Puzzle, and if you're lucky enough to find a copy online, their mind-numbing live version of "Moritorium"... and somewhere along the way you have to check out the MV for "Thrill" - their first big hit from 2014 when they were all in their early 20's and even then showing signs of the incredibly things to come... oh, and their "Blooming" MV - a must see.. and the dozens of others.... and then their alter-ego "Band-Maiku".... ok, that should get you through the rest of the year :)
Outstanding musicians...Akane and her modest drum kit KILLIN IT!
Great reaction Tank, thanks for listening to our 5 angels , try Blooming MV next time, greetings from Brazil.
Great reaction and you're in for a GREAT ride. Band Maid is one of the best rock band ever, PERIOD. They write and arrange their songs, they're the total package. If you want to go on a journey I'd say start with Thrill, it's their first big hit BUT it was written for them when their label wouldn't let them write their songs. Then go check Alone, it was the first song the label let them perform that they wrote and arranged themselves. The contrast between the two video just showcases how talented they are when they're not held back. They've got more than 90 songs and any Band Maid fan will tell you that they're all good! My personal favorite is Yolo but My Secret Lips is pretty fantastic too. If you want something more accessible check out Blooming.
Yes they are. Freedom yes yes
Speechless is right. Like classic artists we worshipped at their altar of back in the day jumped into the bodies of these young ladies...
You should react to their song "Play". It's unREAL!!
And this is how 5 Japanese women saved rock and roll.
WAit till you react to "Play" ... mindblowing! ... Try to find the 2017 live version... it's jawdropping!
Drum Solo Freedom Live 2.17 mins in I bet you have watched it by now but for new people to Band Made Watch and enjoy 2022 these girls will be playing Stadiums ,
Check out LiveBites, another all female Japanese band. A female Iron Maiden!!! Love them both!!!
Freedom is certainly worth it!!!
The live video for Freedom will give you the drum solo you want! 🤘🥁🥁🥁🥁
I would recommend Play from the 2/14/20 concert, you get a back and forth between the bass and guitar.. As some people have said, Freedom from the same concert, get a great drum solo.
Always a delight to see people enjoy Band-Maid. I still am patiently waiting for you to react to their song Blooming since it still has the most kickass guitar solo from all their songs (though thats personal preference ofcourse).
"Puzzle" live should be your next Band Maid video.
Is not in UA-cam anymore
What is most impressive other than their Top Notch musicianship is their masterful songwriting. Its one thing to be a great musician and another to apply that ability towards crafting a song that is uniquely their own. Songs that incorporate the best of Hard Rock, Metal, Funk, Punk and Pop. Their exceptional musical ability and talent allows them to Draw from a wide pallet in crafting their tracks. I have to say they are best active Hard Rock band in the world.
You would be hard pressed to find a better Bass & Drum combo than Misa & Akane, They lay a solid foundation to build upon. They are both Beasts on their respective instruments. As for track recommendations I would recommend the following tracks: Puzzle, Moritorium, Secret My Lips, Real Existence, Turn Me On, Alone, Take Me Higher, Blooming, Play, well I better stop there otherwise I would list every track they have created.
As others have said, "Freedom", from February this year, will blow your socks off as well as your hat. It's one of my favourite songs and that is a fantastic performance.
I just discovered BAND-MAID myself in January of this year, and yeah, they are now one of my favourite bands. They are so good, and they all seem to be having so much fun, especially in some of the fan-cam uploads at smaller NA and Euro venues. I just adore them, and I hope they are making music together for a long, long time.
I loved your reaction to them and you did some great research for the tank facts which I always appreciate You mentioned the song that I would suggest the most from one thing you mentioned during the song which is Freedom (live) from the Shibuya concert. Play (live) and Rinne (MV) I would also highly recommend and all are on their official YT page.. Great reaction to a great instrumental. Thanks Tank!
awesome man! this song actually blown my mind the first time. The drums was the first thing that immediately catch my attention and then after listening to Alone and Play i fell in love with the band
I can’t believe nobody has mentioned Daydreaming yet. There first ballad and it kills.
If you want a drum solo then Freedom is the vid for you.
Unlucky Morpheus - Unending Sorceress
Power Metal from Japan 🤟 🇯🇵 🤟
Young Guitar has a video on their YT channel of Kanami demoing several PRS 35th anniversary guitars. I could watch Mincho play the guitar all day!
Thank you Tank!!!!!!
Love the MTH in the background at the end of the video 😆
Yes, Freedom from Line Cube Shibuya feb 14 2020. The drumming will blow you off your chair!
I think i love bandmaid ..🤘
Will hop on the Freedom (live) bandwagon. And, from the same show, Play (live).
But for some contrast, find the MV for Thrill. It’s from very early in their career, and while their talent is there, it’s less refined, and you can see where they were in the beginning. Which was still very good.
Yes the live show Freedom recent video has good drum solo in.
I love that not one member/instrument over powers the rest... Sure, in this song the guitars are highlighted, but you never forget the bass and drums through the whole song.
Seeing your reactions is like introducing music to my friends. I get excited to see what you come out with
"BLEEP!!" 4:11. My sentiments exactly. =)
Finally more band maid! Check out freedom live next if you want to see more of Akane on drums also hearing maximum the hormone at the end was a nice surprise
"Don't you tell me live". Also like the "Tank notes".
I love the Maximum the Hormone background music at the end. My second favorite japanese band after the ladies.
Once again an awesome video! And I teared up a lot too when I first heard them!! BTW I love that you have Maximum the Hormone's 'Chuu chuu lovely muni muni mura mura' on in the outro talk! Top class
Time you caught up with them - starting with the new instrumental "from now on" - was on of the six featured releases in Guitar World a month ago.
They also had a triumphant tour of the US - Tony Visconti caught them in NY and said "one of the best gigs I've ever seen" (!! Imaginar who he's comparing them to) the latest pre - tour EP charted in the top ten global CD chart and apple.
So go to their UA-cam channel and see "from now on" and other new stuff, as well as a zillion fancams of the US tour.
From what I remember hearing on one of his livestreams, he let some of the more "aggressive" BAND-MAID fans get to him. He hasn't reacted to or spoken a word of them since. It's a shame because he really seemed to like the maids. I think the last song he reacted to was Manners two years ago.
One thing I appreciate about these girls is that as hard as they go, they don't overdo it. They all shred but they never get /too/ flashy and I love it. Kind of expanding on this, this is something I see from women musicians more often than men. Obviously this is a sweeping generalization but when a dude can shred he will go all the way all the time, never holding back, and that can be awesome but there's something to be said for pulling it back, too.
Everything these girls do absolutely fits with everything else going on in the song. They really show that you can take pure rock and roll and still innovate without going too prog. Which is perfectly fine, too, I love me some Rush, but there's something refreshing about the sound of Band-Maid that really draws me in.
Other people have probably mentioned them, too, but for another take on innovating modern rock you can't go wrong with Wagakki Band. Their blending of traditional Japanese music and rock/metal is nothing short of masterful. A very different experience from Band-Maid but well worth looking into, IMO.
chu chu lovely muni mura!
Great Reaction and commentary!! I love that you do the research and all that.
I use to listen to Band Maid a lot... not so much these days.... but with all the reactions that i've watched, definitely got me in to it again.
Love and power from Argentina!!
More facts Tank. I got this from translated interview with Akane. 1. When Akane excitedly told her mother Jimmy Page liked her, her mother asked if he had a good day job. 2. When Jimmy was asked what he thought of lead guitarist Akani, Jimmy cheekily replied ,... She's the best guitarist I have seen since Me ! lol
Freedom live! YEEEEEEES!!!!!!!
i love the fact you shown in the middle of song..
Misa is THE reason I gave this group a 2nd chance and Onset being the 3rd thing I heard from them is what turned me into a fan who will blindly buy an album to be surprised or disappointed by like when I was a kid. Thankfully it's all been good and that initial song I didn't like has since grown on me.
In the past couple of years I've come to really enjoy Band-Maid, Tokyo Groove Jyoshi, The Jazz Avengers, Shoka Okubo and Nao Yoshioka. All are from Japan and excite my ears when I hear them.
I agree with Jason’s comment below, if you want to see a longer drum solo by Akane Hirose look at Freedom - Band Maid and Akane’s drum demo (UA-cam). DEFINITELY WORTH YOUR TIME - Killer!!!
Akane will bring you to your knees in "Freedom", also "Wonderland" is a masterpiece from Shibuya; however, this song, Onset is from the show in Zepp Tokyo 2018...from that show try "Puzzle" - it will take your breath away, "Turn me On"...Misa will turn you on big time, amazing bass showcase, also - Play live from Zepp, again Misa and Akane; "Moratorium" - will stop your heart, 5 vs 6 string battle Misa vs Kanami in "Take Me Higher" and "Don't you tell Me"!!! You mentioned the production...have you noticed that big-ass chandelier on top of the stage???))) The list goes on and on!!! All live performances, don't waste your time watching the MV's)) There is one undeniable truth here - no matter what you do in life, there will be always 100lbs Japanese girls in maid costumes that can do it better than you...!!! They're making so many bands look bad, honestly, they are way too good to be true...
I went down a UA-cam rabbit hole again and came across this video. I'm thoroughly happy to have been introduced to this group. Holy fuck. Just fuck... Crazy talent. It's been a good night
Still waiting on Chase to react to this too, but Band-Maid has an alter-ego April Fools band called Band Maiko where they cover their own songs with the addition of traditional Japanese instruments. Try reacting to Secret My Lips followed by the cover Secret Maiko Lips. Crazy showcase of their versatility.
Not just the traidional instruments, they change the lyrics to Kyoto-ben to match the whole Maiko-san aesthetic!
@@mdstreeter1460 apparently they throw in the Band-Maiko songs when they tour in Kyoto. ughhhh what I'd give to go there.
And they do it in the traditional costumes of the Maiko.
Maiko is a geisha in training. Their first tune in that style was one of their existing ones. The words of the most recent of their Band-Maiko tunes, written specifically for Band-Maiko, bring that home brutally: The cute Maiko thing is also dark humor/commentary on their society's traditional expectations of women if you get the lyrics.
Kyoto is also known for stories of supernatural happenings, hungry ghosts, monsters etc. It will be interesting to see if they incorporate that sometime too.
For Akane's drumming watch "Freedom" LIVE on official channel or "secret My lips" MV on Official Channel
best rock instrumental I have heard since Nightwish - Last Of The Wilds
I'm with you man. I can't get enough either. I grew up with the biggest bands from the 70's ( Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath Uriah Heap. Deep Purple etc) Yep, I'm in my 60's.
Bands like these are breath of fresh air over the rather staid, monotone offerings of the 'commercial music industry' of the last decade or so. The alternative scene has always been so much better. As always, love your reaction.
my favorite from the latest album is Blooming. Each girl just shines in that song.
in here u can hear miku (zemaitis) and kanami (prs) playing lead in second chorus, it's rad... love if u wanna see freedrom live, but is nice to see u react to Music Video and then Live. there some MV that doesn't hv a Live Perform yet, like BLOOMING MV or RINNE (Reincarnation) MV. that MV was something
By the way because almost no one seems to notice it during her solo, because she does it so incredibly seamlessly, but, at 4:36 MISA swaps from using her pick to slapping her bass by holding the pick in the crook of her index finger.
I actually think most everyone notices, which is why it isn’t brought up.
@@TankTheTech Really? Guess I'm just used to the non-musically inclined people I usually show the band to, as they never seem to notice lol. It is my favorite aspect of her playing, she regularly swaps between them mid-song and I just love it!
"Freedom" for the drum solo!!!!
THERE WE GO ! was about time :P
Might want to react to a 3 piece band that is about as addictive as Band-Maid..Kitsujibungaku. Different style..closer to California Rock than hard-rock. Great singer.
Check out the live performance of “Freedom” from the same concert. The drummer really shines.
Nice to see someone discover the pure talent of these girls like I did.
Just simply amazing.
Good review by a musician. Quality, skills and talent never goes out of fashion. These girls are like drugs, you get hooked and can`t get enough of them