I wait with patience and anticipation for *_Puzzle_* Live, just to see you react to continues guitar riffing and the solo. Actually do the acoustic version first, just so you can see how a simple song becomes a monster!!! _(blibili)_
It crazy they are able to pack so much in just 4mins while at the same time leaving you wanting more. Its a rare thing indeed from an equally rare band!
One of the many many many many things I love about Band-Maid is that they never play any 2 verses exactly the same. They always switch it up which is refreshing. And you're bang on point, you can't predict what they will do in the rest of the song. Absolutely brilliant writing.
Never in my life have I heard a band where every track is completely different from the last one you heard and they are definitely not a radio band where they play it straight and boring(you can usually count on there being quality change ups), yet has an unmistakable sound that they own and is easily recognizable(to me). I am so tuned in to the B-M sound, it is hard to miss it. Bubble is another top MV of theirs for me, right up with Manners, and usually I am all about the live stuff, but those are so well done I just fucking love them.
After B-M appear in the Netflix film "Kate" Sept 10th, Akane is starring in her own horror film on Netflix called "A Japanese gorilla in London"....probably :)
@@GaryHolloway-810 I will most likely wait for someone to give me the timestamps, and then fast forward to the Band-Maid stuff. Gotta optimize my Band-Maid consumption.
I adore to see when somebody realizes all the care they put in just one song. This is a special band, I've seen a ton of average bands, some can even make a good hit or two with far less elements to them while Band-Maid does it every fucking time putting all they got on each creation they make. It's food for the soul/mind/ conscious or whatever you wanna call it. People need to pay more attention to them and their top class work imho
The video is a tribute to Freddy Mercury and Queen! At the very end, when the words "You Are A Legend" come up, they are directed at Freddy, so cool! Band Maid doing Band Maid things, that's the total story for them! Love Miku's Pearl Front Zemaitus guitar, so beautiful! As always, great song!
@@RyanMear I don't think the song itself is about Queen, just the video. Several direct shots copied from the Queen movie, Saiki's profile shots, ect. Not sure where the Misa laying on the floor came from, but that is about the coolest bass player shot, ever!
Their sound engineers are REALLY FREAKINKG GOOD! Doesn´t matter if it´s for the album or live stuff, on the liveshows sometimes they needed one song to adjust it, but after that it was FIRE! Band-Maid is just SO refreshing, that´s the reason i love them so much... Can´t think of any band that made me this happy and enjoy them so much. The music is like a uplifting medicine if you are going through a tough day and it will keep you in a good mood no matter what! I love this band and i adore Kanami, because she is one of the best songwriters in our generation! IMO Greetings from Germany
We talked last time about how Cross barely hits my Band-Maid radar... well, Bubble is a Top 10 or Top 5 song depending on the day for me. This song is... and hesitate to say this for fear of being misconstrued... so sexy and sultry... on so many levels. Let's start with Akane - that disco/jazz/jungle beat she's throwing down? SULTRY... then she throws in the double kicks to spice things up... SEXY. Miku - sultry rhythm playing to provide a canvas for MISA, Kanami, and Saiki to paint all over. Her backup vocals we'll get to that in a minute. Kanami - SEXY AS FUCK riffs. EVERY. WHERE. in this song. I mean, c'mon! :) Now... we're getting to my standouts... Saiki - this was the most sultry, sensual, gorgeous vocals from her I had heard from her. She had never really sounded like this in any song before and it blew me away... then came the MV... and holy shitballs Batman... that dancing and the little wink? S.E.X.Y. (in a most respectful way). I mean, how does one be sexy in a way that isn't sexually suggestive? Enter Saiki in the Bubble MV! MISA - Dude... JUST. LISTEN. TO. THAT. BASS. LINE. Yeah that one... wait, fuck... no this one... wait shit fuck... I mean THIS one! Then... the MV came out... and wow.... those 2 quick scenes with her playing on the floor.... again.. how to be sexy while being 1000% tasteful and at the time NOT sexualizing. Crazy, right? This song just really shows how diverse and DEEP the songwriting and performing is in this band. I mean, who does an incredibly lush and catchy mid-temp jazz/disco/dance song.... then goes and does something like seriously prog rock/metal? Fuck you, Band-Maid does.
I have been following Band-Maid since 2014, but since 2016 when Kanami started to write/compose their music they have taken off. To me as a musician Kanami writes some of the most progressive rock music in the world today. Her time changes in her songs are unbelievable. Reminds me of the early time changes in Genesis music. You won't find any better written songs anywhere. Keep Rocking 🤘🤘
The Band-Maid "bubble" is expanding across the land... and that's a good thing because, other than incredible music, to me they represent decency and joy -- things the world can always use more of. Thx, Ryan!
They're ability to play what ever the f they want! Coffee shot up my nose, this group if artists have single handed given me my music listening/loving life back to me, they are my favorite band of all time now surpassing the great legends.
I was having a mildly stressful day, and then BAND-MAID came on Pandora at work. A co-worker asked who it was. I went on a 15 minute tirade about how great they are (I think I foamed at the mouth...but just a little). He probably thinks I'm nuts (that's okay...I am), but I'll bet my house we'll have a new MAIDIAC joining the ranks very, very soon. As always Ryan. Thanks for making the day a bit brighter!
haha everyone who has been within earshot of me for more than 10 minutes over the past 17 months has heard about these girls. And a few (the ones with, yknow, TASTE) have become superfans, for sure.
They've got me hooked with the way they compose their songs too man. Brilliant. Then there's their musical skills . Brilliant. Then, of course, there's their good looks. Brilliant. Also the best new music I've heard in the last couple of decades.
I'm told Bubble is full of Queen references but whether true or not is shows again how clever Kanami's songwriting is, how good the band is at developing her ideas and what a superb voice Saiki has developed. It looks so easy but clearly there is a huge amount of work behind every performance. I love guitars and have a few and Kanami is by far my favourite guitarist . Her technique is not perfect ( 99.999999% rather than 100 ) but her solos are perfectly matched to the song, her work rate is astounding and she plays with soul. God bless her.
I think the video is a reference to the movie about queen, but the song is not. Kanami is absolutely brilliant and under sells herself to, as you pointed out, too serve the song. This is a great band all around!
I don't know if the mean to be unpredictable, but they sure are, one song they can be as hard any rock can be and one song they can be Jazz or Blues or Pop, but they still sounds like Band Maid,
This song was used as a theme song for a Japanese TV show called Perfect Crime. When the show's producer came to them looking for a song, Kanami was already working on Bubble and told them it would be perfect for the show.
Yo Ryan, enjoyed the reaction. Bubble is an under-rated song in their catalog. It is a fun song to listen to, but so many of their songs are fun to listen to. I seen puzzle mentioned in the pinned...you could make the live "normal" version and the live "acoustic" version a double reaction, assuming you can get hold of both. Chat soon.
When I was a kid, Buddy Rich used to be on Johnny Carson occasionally. There is no doubt that, technically, he was a great drummer. However, he was also a jerk and very egocentric and his music was always about him. When I listen to Band-Maid, I hear technically great musicians who only do what they think would make the song better.
This is how all maniacs feel everytime we listen to any band maid song so you are just like us it's a wonderful journey and as of right now there is no light at the end of this tunnel because we never wan it to end
Watching *BAND-MAID* reactions for quite some time now and *DOMINATION* and *FREEDOM* seems the most popular and the thing is the music never gets stale. Now a days you got Pop, Rap and Metal but give me a classic guitar riff a sweet drum fill and *MISA* and I will be happy camper. 😊
Another classic from Kanami and The Maids. She really knows how to compose great material and it’s that structure that you mention that makes their music so intriguing. So interesting. So catchy. From the catchy opening alternating guitar riffs (love that shell finish Zemaitis classic) through to climatic solo,it’s another brilliant song. Conqueror had some great diverse material. That’s not surprising though. It’s 1 of their trademarks.
There is nobody out now that can touch them did you notice most of the Bass lines are are all high up the neck the drumming is like a continues solo and the riff unique almost like jazzrock if thats even a thing .
The part at the end of the solo is awesome, different, lovely and beautiful. I love this song, and I love this band. I become a bassist becouse MISA inspired me. Good video and good reaction Ryan. Send you Hughs from Colombia
Got Band Maid Prime for a year subscription. Really enjoyed the 2017 Wintersun concert they have on there. Has all the great performances that were removed from youtube. Also they upload covers of each member almost daily
Damn good song. Damn good band. Dont think I saw anyone post this yet but this is what Saiki says in the slowed down part: Hey, Listen. After everything, You only see the surface. They are missing Something very important. You should find out the truth With your own eyes. What do you want？ It depends on you. Also just mentioning the MV is a tribute to Bohemian Rhapsody/Freddy Mercury. Several of the scenes in this MV are recreations of parts of the movie.
If someone asked me. What is Band-Maid really about? I would say go listen to YOLO. As a huge fan of Band-Maid and i love all their songs. YOLO kinda stands out for me. Starts off kinda plain "As anything they do is plain". When they hit the second verse OMG. the band goes nuts. Its a must for any fan of their music.
Why is Misa laying on the floor? This was different, ohohohoh, what's next? No seriously I'm enjoying your reaction channel, GJ, thanks. Love BAND-MAID, listen to there music every night 🔥💯%🤘
This is one of my favorite riffs. Such a earworm. I guess if they do have a formula they will often (not always) bring back the intro riff at the end of the song but it is interesting to see how they get back into the riff.
I discovered this band on your channel. Holy shit this song gave me massive goosebumps. The way everything comes together and climaxes near the end for a final chorus is just perfection. One of my favourites so far from what I saw.
Thank you for listening to my recommended "Bubble". I'm sure you'll be as impressed as I am. The other two recommended songs, "Day Dreaming (MV)" and "Take me higher (LIVE)", are a bit old, but I think they will impress you differently. Of course, "Puzzle (LIVE)" and "Puzzle (acoustic)" recommended by many others are also wonderful.
I love watching your reactions because it's like looking into a mirror in the past. Sometimes I wish I could go back in time and experience Band-Maid for the first time again but this, what you do, is the next best thing! You should check their ballads as well (not for reactions, just for your personal edification) because, as usual, they are not what they seem. "Anemone" is a good first one.
Another one of those Bandmaid songs that gets better with each subsequent listen. Not crazy about it upon first listen, but I'm appreciating it more and more. Once again, I enjoy your format. You never speak while the song is playing. Pause and talk. Keep up the good work. Cheers
Band Maid's sound is always evolving especially as Miku improves on the Guitar. An easy way to tell when a video is from is Miku's guitar as first it was black with a white pick guard then this guitar then the current metal one with inscriptions. Also very early on Akane had a much smaller drum kit but she was still a beast on it. I believe their song 'Manners' is about their journey.
Aaaand we are back with more Band Maid. They just don't have bad songs, man. I LOVE your reactions! Sooo, judging from your other videos and comments, it seems like 'Puzzle' live is on the horizon. Can't wait! Especially because it's from their Zepp Tokyo concert, which has probably THE best sound engineering and quality I ever heard in live music. I have no idea if anyone else recommended these, but 'Take me higher' live and 'Don't you tell me' live from their Zepp Tokyo concerts are a must watch. I HIGHLY recommend them (the only songs with guitar battles between Misa and Kanami with some Akane sprinkled in...) Even though I wouldn't exactly call them "battles".. more of a conversation between their guitars. They're sadly not on RUclips anymore, but hey, you found 'Moratorium' and 'Puzzle'. No rush though, there's so much more of them and they WILL continue to surprise you, it's ridiculous. Can't wait for the next one, see ya soon!
Ryan! I could not help it! I had to watch and listen to that reaction of yours again! I mentioned the rare Kanami's high heels last time, but have you noticed that mocking smirk on Miku's face? Someone is going to suffer slow death no end (wonder who? LOL). That is a song that brings me back into the 70's (I am so old, lol), but with a difference. Have to listen to it again! I enjoyed your facial expressions notwithstanding the colorful language! Lol again Mata ne/又ね/See ya! R-G M
Actually thay have somekind of pattern and style in their music, but they can throw a lot of surprised element and its unpredictable because it can be anything, and furthermore they're master of transition
Like the best piece of chocolate cake you ever had. So you continually sneak another bite.Then another. And another. Until all you crave is that chocolate cake. Band Maid folks.
I like this song the best among their songs. The riff is kind of oriental (but there is no particular area for the riff..). And the song includes Japanese traditional "shouts" little bit like a folk song . Tradition is a treasure house ...always....))
Love all their stuff. Puzzle still my favorite song. Puzzle live is incredible Kanami has such an incredible solo. Turn me on, Blooming great songs. The Dragon cries, is great sung in english, as it was done in NYC. Love Kanami as both guitarist and composer. Blooming you may really like, Kanamis solos, has an out to solo as well, are beautiful. Lovebites songs you may like: Frozen Seranade, Dystopic Symphony both incredible songs, breakdowns, change ups. Both are album only on YT. Break the wall, has an epic break down, with contrasting guitar solos, Miyako pulls out the Les Paul.
I feel exactly the same way about them as you do. Just a collection of five great artists who then come together and “Elevate from the norm” as The Professor wrote 41 year’s ago. They are original and organic but have studied the greats and put it all to use to create such great music. Like the great bands, it seems so easy for them and that’s when you know they’ve “got it”.
PUZZLE, BLOOMING, are great songs to try next. Also if you want to hear more without reacting to them all. Go to Spotify and listen to FREEZER. ARCADIA GIRL, and DROP OF A HAT. They will be on your play list in your car before your done listening to them. All of their albums are on Spotify - not sure of any other music streamers.
One of the catchiest riffs in the history of rock! My fave Band Maid song! ♥ I love how Kanami's solo blends with Saiki's singing in the middle of the song. Plus MISA just chillin on the carpet! ♥ Please check out the following Band Maid songs: Turn Me On, Dice, No God & The Dragon Cries
4:40 totally agree. Its been said so many times. They could literally make 4 or 5 other songs off of the ideas they put into just one song, but they are Band-Maid and they are better than that. And Kanami knows she can come up with more. Also note of interest, right now, Kanami's writing pace is she sends at least 1 demo every week. So....yeah.
Nice reaction, love this song. It's a tribute song to Freddie Mercury inspired if I recall from them watching the movie "Bohemian Rhapsody" (lotta visual references, such as the thumb-nail lol). Top-notch songwriting, the band at its creative best imo. The song comes off their previous album Conqueror, which had a mixed reception from fans because it veered off into a more "poppy" and lighter overall sound compared to World Domination (Conq also gave us quite a few heavy songs like The Dragon Cries, Dilemma, and Rinne). Other fans loved the album (like me) for its audacity and creative songwriting. I personally prefer when the band mashes up genres and styles (heavier and lighter) to show off their crazy versatility. They have written some of the most extraordinary mid-tempo rock "ballads" I've heard in 20 years (included here are Daydreaming, Anemone, Awkward, Matchless Gum, Page and Mirage). Have fun and look forward to your next reaction. :)
In my 59 years, I've never encountered a band more versatile than Band-Maid. I don't have the words to express the depth of my love and gratitude for Band-Maid existing and becoming an extremely important part of my life. I look forward to each of their songs like a kid in a candy store, wondering what flavour I'll taste next. Great reaction, again, Ryan. I really do love your reactions!
This girl taking over the rock genre that has been dominated by male band for a long time. Sooner, more female rock band will be rising by Band Maid inspiration.
The chorus of this song would be a perfect fit for a roadmovie. I can see the lead going in an old Mustang with the cab (is that the right word? Roof?) down driving on a never ending straight road in the Australian back-country/American grain belt in the sun.
One of my favorite BM songs. And not gonna lie, my favorite part of the music video is MISA chillin on the floor with her bass. It's a great shot, lol.
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I wait with patience and anticipation for *_Puzzle_* Live, just to see you react to continues guitar riffing and the solo. Actually do the acoustic version first, just so you can see how a simple song becomes a monster!!! _(blibili)_
That's a good idea...
brilliant idea
@@RyanMear finally subbed :)
@@RyanMear PS Puzzle live is easy to find as a separate track but not the acoustic version, it's on ZEPP TOKYO LIVE in 2018 at 0:50
@@nem447 Nem it's not a good idea, it's not a brilliant idea, it's a grilliant idea that's how awesome it is :)
As an old time rocker. Band-Maid changed the way i listen to music. They also raised the bar for what i listen to......
Same here. Exactly.
Yeah, I had no idea of the Freddy Mercury Tribute.....so.... yeah!
Its like the music gods got together with Loki and said " lets give these 5 women the mojo!
Band Maid is one of those bands who have so many different sounding songs, but yet, you can still tell it's Band Maid.
Most versatile band in the world
It crazy they are able to pack so much in just 4mins while at the same time leaving you wanting more. Its a rare thing indeed from an equally rare band!
Watching this again...I feel bad that I didn't say near as much as i was thinking! Maybe I'll do a deep dive later....
Would love to see a deep dive
Definitely, especially since Bubble doesn't get the love it truly deserves!
kinda like when they leave a reactor speechless
One of the many many many many things I love about Band-Maid is that they never play any 2 verses exactly the same. They always switch it up which is refreshing. And you're bang on point, you can't predict what they will do in the rest of the song. Absolutely brilliant writing.
Never in my life have I heard a band where every track is completely different from the last one you heard and they are definitely not a radio band where they play it straight and boring(you can usually count on there being quality change ups), yet has an unmistakable sound that they own and is easily recognizable(to me). I am so tuned in to the B-M sound, it is hard to miss it.
Bubble is another top MV of theirs for me, right up with Manners, and usually I am all about the live stuff, but those are so well done I just fucking love them.
After B-M appear in the Netflix film "Kate" Sept 10th, Akane is starring in her own horror film on Netflix called "A Japanese gorilla in London"....probably :)
Really? I need to check that stuff out!
@@RyanMear The "Kate" film is true. they also have 2 songs featured but B-M have kept them hush hush so far :)
@@GaryHolloway-810 I will most likely wait for someone to give me the timestamps, and then fast forward to the Band-Maid stuff. Gotta optimize my Band-Maid consumption.
@@madsstavang Lol Good idea Mads. You can always rewind the film & watch Woody H & Mary winstead later. Or just put B-M on repeat :)
@@GaryHolloway-810 I am sooo looking forward to that movie "Kate". I can't wait to see what role they play.
4 yrs & 1000s of listens later........Love the Maids....like I found them yesterday !!!.....Spread the word & the music people, Band Maid, ROCKS 🎸 ❤😎
I adore to see when somebody realizes all the care they put in just one song. This is a special band, I've seen a ton of average bands, some can even make a good hit or two with far less elements to them while Band-Maid does it every fucking time putting all they got on each creation they make. It's food for the soul/mind/ conscious or whatever you wanna call it. People need to pay more attention to them and their top class work imho
The video is a tribute to Freddy Mercury and Queen! At the very end, when the words "You Are A Legend" come up, they are directed at Freddy, so cool! Band Maid doing Band Maid things, that's the total story for them! Love Miku's Pearl Front Zemaitus guitar, so beautiful! As always, great song!
Yeah, I had no idea about the basis. I read the lyrics and it seemed like trivial l relationship stuff......oops
@@RyanMear I don't think the song itself is about Queen, just the video. Several direct shots copied from the Queen movie, Saiki's profile shots, ect. Not sure where the Misa laying on the floor came from, but that is about the coolest bass player shot, ever!
Yeah and the guitar looks great too :D
Right on, that makes sense👍 and, yes...MISA is awesome no matter what she's doing lol
Time for daydreaming to fully appreciate all of the things that they can do. Keep up the great reactions. Your insight is why we are here.
+1 for Daydreaming MV. In my top 5 for sure!
Their sound engineers are REALLY FREAKINKG GOOD! Doesn´t matter if it´s for the album or live stuff, on the liveshows sometimes they needed one song to adjust it, but after that it was FIRE! Band-Maid is just SO refreshing, that´s the reason i love them so much... Can´t think of any band that made me this happy and enjoy them so much. The music is like a uplifting medicine if you are going through a tough day and it will keep you in a good mood no matter what! I love this band and i adore Kanami, because she is one of the best songwriters in our generation! IMO
Greetings from Germany
I agree!
Well said, Michael!
We talked last time about how Cross barely hits my Band-Maid radar... well, Bubble is a Top 10 or Top 5 song depending on the day for me. This song is... and hesitate to say this for fear of being misconstrued... so sexy and sultry... on so many levels.
Let's start with Akane - that disco/jazz/jungle beat she's throwing down? SULTRY... then she throws in the double kicks to spice things up... SEXY.
Miku - sultry rhythm playing to provide a canvas for MISA, Kanami, and Saiki to paint all over. Her backup vocals we'll get to that in a minute.
Kanami - SEXY AS FUCK riffs. EVERY. WHERE. in this song. I mean, c'mon! :)
Now... we're getting to my standouts...
Saiki - this was the most sultry, sensual, gorgeous vocals from her I had heard from her. She had never really sounded like this in any song before and it blew me away... then came the MV... and holy shitballs Batman... that dancing and the little wink? S.E.X.Y. (in a most respectful way). I mean, how does one be sexy in a way that isn't sexually suggestive? Enter Saiki in the Bubble MV!
MISA - Dude... JUST. LISTEN. TO. THAT. BASS. LINE. Yeah that one... wait, fuck... no this one... wait shit fuck... I mean THIS one! Then... the MV came out... and wow.... those 2 quick scenes with her playing on the floor.... again.. how to be sexy while being 1000% tasteful and at the time NOT sexualizing. Crazy, right?
This song just really shows how diverse and DEEP the songwriting and performing is in this band. I mean, who does an incredibly lush and catchy mid-temp jazz/disco/dance song.... then goes and does something like seriously prog rock/metal?
Fuck you, Band-Maid does.
Yeah, what he said!
I have been following Band-Maid since 2014, but since 2016 when Kanami started to write/compose their music they have taken off. To me as a musician Kanami writes some of the most progressive rock music in the world today. Her time changes in her songs are unbelievable. Reminds me of the early time changes in Genesis music. You won't find any better written songs anywhere. Keep Rocking 🤘🤘
A very often overlooked gem by our favorite Maids.
They can play anything! The one consistent thing about Band-Maid is the awesome music 🤘🤘🤘
The Band-Maid "bubble" is expanding across the land... and that's a good thing because, other than incredible music, to me they represent decency and joy -- things the world can always use more of. Thx, Ryan!
They're ability to play what ever the f they want! Coffee shot up my nose, this group if artists have single handed given me my music listening/loving life back to me, they are my favorite band of all time now surpassing the great legends.
I seriously look at music differently now, having experienced BAND-MAID.
Yep yep yep 😄
I was having a mildly stressful day, and then BAND-MAID came on Pandora at work. A co-worker asked who it was. I went on a 15 minute tirade about how great they are (I think I foamed at the mouth...but just a little). He probably thinks I'm nuts (that's okay...I am), but I'll bet my house we'll have a new MAIDIAC joining the ranks very, very soon. As always Ryan. Thanks for making the day a bit brighter!
Anything I can do!
haha everyone who has been within earshot of me for more than 10 minutes over the past 17 months has heard about these girls. And a few (the ones with, yknow, TASTE) have become superfans, for sure.
They've got me hooked with the way they compose their songs too man. Brilliant.
Then there's their musical skills . Brilliant.
Then, of course, there's their good looks. Brilliant.
Also the best new music I've heard in the last couple of decades.
Such an under appreciated song, love it. And they have so many more great songs you have yet to discover! I'm excited for you. 😀
I'm told Bubble is full of Queen references but whether true or not is shows again how clever Kanami's songwriting is, how good the band is at developing her ideas and what a superb voice Saiki has developed. It looks so easy but clearly there is a huge amount of work behind every performance. I love guitars and have a few and Kanami is by far my favourite guitarist . Her technique is not perfect ( 99.999999% rather than 100 ) but her solos are perfectly matched to the song, her work rate is astounding and she plays with soul. God bless her.
I think the video is a reference to the movie about queen, but the song is not. Kanami is absolutely brilliant and under sells herself to, as you pointed out, too serve the song. This is a great band all around!
So groovy…I love it. Those opening riffs brought a smile to my face…great way to start the day!
I don't know if the mean to be unpredictable, but they sure are, one song they can be as hard any rock can be and one song they can be Jazz or Blues or Pop, but they still sounds like Band Maid,
That's what I love about them. It's the same philosophy I have and most of my favourite bands have. Play whatever the fuck you WANT to play.
Metal, thrash, punk, pop, hard Rock. These girls do it all seamless.
The more you listen to Band-Maid, the more you realize they truly are the greatest band EVER.
This song was used as a theme song for a Japanese TV show called Perfect Crime. When the show's producer came to them looking for a song, Kanami was already working on Bubble and told them it would be perfect for the show.
The Beatles. Led Zeppelin. Deep Purple, Black Sabbath. Rush. Band Maid. The best bands in the world.
Hard to argue with those choices! Great company for Band Maid to be listed with!
Don't thank me. Thank Band Maid.
Amen!
@@bradmenpes809 God bless you
Absolutely love this slightly underrated gem... Thank you for the reaction. 🔥🖤
Yo Ryan, enjoyed the reaction. Bubble is an under-rated song in their catalog. It is a fun song to listen to, but so many of their songs are fun to listen to. I seen puzzle mentioned in the pinned...you could make the live "normal" version and the live "acoustic" version a double reaction, assuming you can get hold of both. Chat soon.
Yep... lots of Maniacs sending links!
@@RyanMear Madiacs (fify 😉)
I know! Goddamn autocoWRONG!
When I was a kid, Buddy Rich used to be on Johnny Carson occasionally. There is no doubt that, technically, he was a great drummer. However, he was also a jerk and very egocentric and his music was always about him. When I listen to Band-Maid, I hear technically great musicians who only do what they think would make the song better.
That's what I love about BM and Nightwish.
This is how all maniacs feel everytime we listen to any band maid song so you are just like us it's a wonderful journey and as of right now there is no light at the end of this tunnel because we never wan it to end
Watching *BAND-MAID* reactions for quite some time now and *DOMINATION* and *FREEDOM* seems the most popular and the thing is the music never gets stale. Now a days you got Pop, Rap and Metal but give me a classic guitar riff a sweet drum fill and *MISA* and I will be happy camper. 😊
Another classic from Kanami and The Maids. She really knows how to compose great material and it’s that structure that you mention that makes their music so intriguing. So interesting. So catchy.
From the catchy opening alternating guitar riffs (love that shell finish Zemaitis classic) through to climatic solo,it’s another brilliant song. Conqueror had some great diverse material. That’s not surprising though. It’s 1 of their trademarks.
There is nobody out now that can touch them did you notice most of the Bass lines are are all high up the neck the drumming is like a continues solo and the riff unique almost like jazzrock if thats even a thing .
Just making my daily binge run and ive come to the realization
that there is only one thing this band cannot do and that is "disappoint" :)
The part at the end of the solo is awesome, different, lovely and beautiful. I love this song, and I love this band. I become a bassist becouse MISA inspired me. Good video and good reaction Ryan. Send you Hughs from Colombia
One thing Band Maid always give you in every song “ MORE”
Good job Ryan as always. Depending on my mood is how I react to Band-Maid. This time this one was emotional. And Band-Maid will defeat all comers.
Got Band Maid Prime for a year subscription. Really enjoyed the 2017 Wintersun concert they have on there. Has all the great performances that were removed from youtube. Also they upload covers of each member almost daily
Damn good song. Damn good band.
Dont think I saw anyone post this yet but this is what Saiki says in the slowed down part:
Hey, Listen.
After everything,
You only see the surface.
They are missing
Something very important.
You should find out the truth
With your own eyes.
What do you want？
It depends on you.
Also just mentioning the MV is a tribute to Bohemian Rhapsody/Freddy Mercury.
Several of the scenes in this MV are recreations of parts of the movie.
If someone asked me. What is Band-Maid really about? I would say go listen to YOLO. As a huge fan of Band-Maid and i love all their songs. YOLO kinda stands out for me. Starts off kinda plain "As anything they do is plain". When they hit the second verse OMG. the band goes nuts. Its a must for any fan of their music.
I agree but i cant decide between YOLO and Alone...
@@bombgeotrupes4093 tough choice...
Simply thank you, Mr. Mear!
This is my #1 fav song😍
You are so right.... many of their songs could be FIVE songs and still they just keep writing fantastic stuff.
"Akane rules." Succinct. To the point. Says it all!
Imaging the 400th time you hear a song and it still gives you goosebumps... that's Band Maid.
Thanks for You reactions, its nice to see them.
For me there are many bands, but only one BAND-MAID. :-)
said it before i'll say it again: my favorite bass line from Band-Maid
You're 100% right. They could probably record multiple songs with all the ideas they cram into just one, but that's not how Band-Maid rolls. =)
Amazing how they manage to pull off songs that does not sound like anything else they have done.
Yeah if it was the first song you heard, you'd think that's all they did!
BAND-MAIKO are the only other band I know who can do that :)
@@GaryHolloway-810. Are you sure?...not the Ramones? 🤭
@@kent-oveprestberg3578 LMAO. Well done I've seen what you've done there.😆
@@GaryHolloway-810. That's great Gary😉👍🏻
Why is Misa laying on the floor?
This was different, ohohohoh, what's next? No seriously I'm enjoying your reaction channel, GJ, thanks. Love BAND-MAID, listen to there music every night 🔥💯%🤘
MISA MISA MISA
POSTER POSTER POSTER
Was it maybe from the movie "Bohemian Rhapsodic"?
This is one of my favorite riffs. Such a earworm. I guess if they do have a formula they will often (not always) bring back the intro riff at the end of the song but it is interesting to see how they get back into the riff.
I discovered this band on your channel. Holy shit this song gave me massive goosebumps.
The way everything comes together and climaxes near the end for a final chorus is just perfection. One of my favourites so far from what I saw.
Im so glad you found them!
Another class from Kanami. The Maids know to find that secret form of success. Creativity.
From the opening catchy alternating guitar riffs
Great Riffs, good times!
Band Maid doing BM things.
🤘🤘🤘
From top to bottom, one of the greatest rock bands in history. Proud that they're carrying the torch of rock forward...
This is one of my favorite Band Maid songs. Thanks for the reaction!
This is one of those songs that when it came out, I remember a bunch of band-maid fans worrying they were changing their sound. Fans can be weird lol.
Thank you for listening to my recommended "Bubble". I'm sure you'll be as impressed as I am.
The other two recommended songs, "Day Dreaming (MV)" and "Take me higher (LIVE)", are a bit old, but I think they will impress you differently.
Of course, "Puzzle (LIVE)" and "Puzzle (acoustic)" recommended by many others are also wonderful.
Band Maid, bursting other bands bubble since 2013! 🎶🎸🥁🎸🎶🔥🙂
I'LL TELL YOU RYAN...THERE JUST ISN'T ANOTHER BAND OUT THERE THAT CAN TOUCH THESE GALS...I'VE WATCHED ALL YOUR B-M REACTIONS....LOVE IT
Thanks, Mark!
Waiting for you to watch Real Existence and Daydreaming. But don't worry, you have a ton of their songs to hear.
Just lovin` your reactions to my favourite band, keep `em coming please, they always brighten my day !
I love watching your reactions because it's like looking into a mirror in the past. Sometimes I wish I could go back in time and experience Band-Maid for the first time again but this, what you do, is the next best thing!
You should check their ballads as well (not for reactions, just for your personal edification) because, as usual, they are not what they seem. "Anemone" is a good first one.
Another one of those Bandmaid songs that gets better with each subsequent listen. Not crazy about it upon first listen, but I'm appreciating it more and more. Once again, I enjoy your format. You never speak while the song is playing. Pause and talk. Keep up the good work. Cheers
Band Maid's sound is always evolving especially as Miku improves on the Guitar. An easy way to tell when a video is from is Miku's guitar as first it was black with a white pick guard then this guitar then the current metal one with inscriptions. Also very early on Akane had a much smaller drum kit but she was still a beast on it. I believe their song 'Manners' is about their journey.
Aaaand we are back with more Band Maid. They just don't have bad songs, man. I LOVE your reactions!
Sooo, judging from your other videos and comments, it seems like 'Puzzle' live is on the horizon. Can't wait! Especially because it's from their Zepp Tokyo concert, which has probably THE best sound engineering and quality I ever heard in live music.
I have no idea if anyone else recommended these, but 'Take me higher' live and 'Don't you tell me' live from their Zepp Tokyo concerts are a must watch. I HIGHLY recommend them (the only songs with guitar battles between Misa and Kanami with some Akane sprinkled in...) Even though I wouldn't exactly call them "battles".. more of a conversation between their guitars.
They're sadly not on RUclips anymore, but hey, you found 'Moratorium' and 'Puzzle'. No rush though, there's so much more of them and they WILL continue to surprise you, it's ridiculous.
Can't wait for the next one, see ya soon!
i now wonder if what these ladies do with their gobsmacking music is even humanly possible...
Band Maid = The gift that keeps on giving
Always a joy when you discover more Band Maid. Thx Ryan.
Thank you for reacting to this video.
My pleasure
Ryan!
I could not help it!
I had to watch and listen to that reaction of yours again!
I mentioned the rare Kanami's high heels last time, but have you noticed that mocking smirk on Miku's face? Someone is going to suffer slow death no end (wonder who? LOL).
That is a song that brings me back into the 70's (I am so old, lol), but with a difference.
Have to listen to it again!
I enjoyed your facial expressions notwithstanding the colorful language! Lol again
Mata ne/又ね/See ya!
R-G M
Great song
Actually thay have somekind of pattern and style in their music, but they can throw a lot of surprised element and its unpredictable because it can be anything, and furthermore they're master of transition
Like the best piece of chocolate cake you ever had. So you continually sneak another bite.Then another. And another. Until all you crave is that chocolate cake. Band Maid folks.
Sadly, this song has not received much attention. However, it is in this song that the girls' extraordinary talent is revealed.
Not hard rock or metal enough sounding. For some of their so called "fans" ! I stopped thinking like that, almost 40 yrs ago when I was in highschool.
I guess you have not done Dice that is one of my favorite songs.
I like this song the best among their songs. The riff is kind of oriental (but there is no particular area for the riff..). And the song includes Japanese traditional "shouts" little bit like a folk song . Tradition is a treasure house ...always....))
Interesting...I didn't realize that
This is a fantastic song that I feel is underrated but Band-Maid's underrated songs are levels above others!
MISA on the carpet..... That was a beautiful shot.
Love all their stuff. Puzzle still my favorite song. Puzzle live is incredible Kanami has such an incredible solo. Turn me on, Blooming great songs. The Dragon cries, is great sung in english, as it was done in NYC. Love Kanami as both guitarist and composer. Blooming you may really like, Kanamis solos, has an out to solo as well, are beautiful.
Lovebites songs you may like: Frozen Seranade, Dystopic Symphony both incredible songs, breakdowns, change ups. Both are album only on YT. Break the wall, has an epic break down, with contrasting guitar solos, Miyako pulls out the Les Paul.
Thanks !
Please react 『Without holding back』 BAND-MAID👍
I feel exactly the same way about them as you do. Just a collection of five great artists who then come together and “Elevate from the norm” as The Professor wrote 41 year’s ago. They are original and organic but have studied the greats and put it all to use to create such great music. Like the great bands, it seems so easy for them and that’s when you know they’ve “got it”.
PUZZLE, BLOOMING, are great songs to try next. Also if you want to hear more without reacting to them all. Go to Spotify and listen to FREEZER. ARCADIA GIRL, and DROP OF A HAT. They will be on your play list in your car before your done listening to them. All of their albums are on Spotify - not sure of any other music streamers.
One of the catchiest riffs in the history of rock! My fave Band Maid song! ♥
I love how Kanami's solo blends with Saiki's singing in the middle of the song.
Plus MISA just chillin on the carpet! ♥ Please check out the following Band Maid songs: Turn Me On, Dice, No God & The Dragon Cries
I did No God already, check it out!
@@RyanMear Kool!
They're my favorite modern day rock band. 5 musical geniuses that look like goddesses. What more could you want or need?
To me, this song is like where groove meets pop-punk.
4:40 totally agree. Its been said so many times. They could literally make 4 or 5 other songs off of the ideas they put into just one song, but they are Band-Maid and they are better than that. And Kanami knows she can come up with more. Also note of interest, right now, Kanami's writing pace is she sends at least 1 demo every week. So....yeah.
Has to be one of the longest Akane breaks of all their tunes.......
Kanami's Santana vibes coming out in this one big. He's one of her bigger influences that she's named.
Nice reaction, love this song. It's a tribute song to Freddie Mercury inspired if I recall from them watching the movie "Bohemian Rhapsody" (lotta visual references, such as the thumb-nail lol). Top-notch songwriting, the band at its creative best imo. The song comes off their previous album Conqueror, which had a mixed reception from fans because it veered off into a more "poppy" and lighter overall sound compared to World Domination (Conq also gave us quite a few heavy songs like The Dragon Cries, Dilemma, and Rinne). Other fans loved the album (like me) for its audacity and creative songwriting. I personally prefer when the band mashes up genres and styles (heavier and lighter) to show off their crazy versatility. They have written some of the most extraordinary mid-tempo rock "ballads" I've heard in 20 years (included here are Daydreaming, Anemone, Awkward, Matchless Gum, Page and Mirage). Have fun and look forward to your next reaction. :)
Band Maid is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get. \m/
In my 59 years, I've never encountered a band more versatile than Band-Maid. I don't have the words to express the depth of my love and gratitude for Band-Maid existing and becoming an extremely important part of my life. I look forward to each of their songs like a kid in a candy store, wondering what flavour I'll taste next. Great reaction, again, Ryan. I really do love your reactions!
This girl taking over the rock genre that has been dominated by male band for a long time. Sooner, more female rock band will be rising by Band Maid inspiration.
The chorus of this song would be a perfect fit for a roadmovie. I can see the lead going in an old Mustang with the cab (is that the right word? Roof?) down driving on a never ending straight road in the Australian back-country/American grain belt in the sun.
"With the top down.." 😉
One of my favorite BM songs. And not gonna lie, my favorite part of the music video is MISA chillin on the floor with her bass. It's a great shot, lol.
agreed!
Dragon Cries by Band Maid is another groovy song you will enjoy.