[REACTION!!] Old Rock Radio DJ REACTS to BAND-MAID ft. "Blooming" (Official Music Video)
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- Опубликовано: 15 июн 2022
- What is up fellow Heads!? Today we're back in the Band-Maid library and checking out a suggestion, "Blooming"! Enjoy & Links Below!
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Miku is a force,a rock star , she was born for this. This band is a result of her vision. She is 5 feet of pure talent
and she sometimes gets overlooked because she surrounded herself with the best of the best. Thank you Miku for giving us the band we didn't know we needed.
I've often said you could drop Miku Kobato in the middle of the Sahara with a kazoo and she would still become a rock star!
Yep, Miku is like that little neon thread running thru the entire tapestry. But instead of it falling apart when pulled, she pulls it all together.
Thank you for the shout out for Miku! She is always overlooked and underappreciated by those who react. She is a force of nature po!
Hardest working lady in Rock… IMHO
Miku is a rather extraordinary pigeon. 🤘
In Mexico, at the end of the show, Saiki wanted to address the crowd. She gently asked for people's attention but many continued to talk. Just like an elementary school teacher she went "SHUTTTTT!!!" a fly would have been heard. And she graciously gave her message.
That was great when I saw that gave me a whole new perspective on Saiki with her ability to control and engage with the crowd as a lead singer
Sister Saiki Elephant!!
Do you happen to know any video clips of this moment? It sounds hillarious. :D
Violently Sexy is my new favourite description of Saiki lol
Eric, you hit some great points again. The geniuses went to work on this one. With Kanami leading the way there is always an all out effort from everyone to make the best freakin' song possible. Every time. And it doesn't fail. That makes BAND-MAID Awesome. Peace. 7.91
They also connect with fans at a concert like I haven't seen since the 70's. It is AMAZING!!
This song is easily one of my top 3 songs from them. Whenever I want to feel good I play this song. Its gloriously beautiful, full, rich, complex, and flowing.
What Miku does on this song specifically and across the catalog generally is that her rhythm playing lays down a canvas of sound that Kanami, MISA, and Akane are able to paint their patterns all over. So yeah, you're right she is the glue, the one that connects the dots of all the other instruments and vocals.
Her skill as a rhythm player is steadily increasing and with it comes more freedom for Kanami to explore more interesting patterns and riffs.
Yeah there is a reason why it is on my top 3 list!
Another display of their musicianship and how they never get lazy doing the easy thing: repeat riffs, basslines and drum patterns. Love especially Kanamis solo where MISA and Akane is accentuating it.
More of the same? I guess "non-fiction-days", which got much of the same drive, but often overlooked since it's not "theirs".
But still one of their earlier bangers, and you start hearing what direction they're heading.
Miku has worked harder than most to learn to play the guitar.. But she has also had a good teacher in kanami, who before joining the band were giving guitar lessons.
Great reaction btw!
This is what a reaction video should be, just an awesome job once again! I am going to suggest "Secret My Lips" my personal favorite, as I would love to hear your insight on it. 🎶🎸🥁🎸🎶🔥🙂
I concur. But of course if he chooses Secret My lips, he's got to do Secret Maico Lips.
The outro is the most beautiful thirty seconds of rock ever IMHO.
@@scottmcgregor4829 and Maiko Lips 😂
@@bartyslattfast outro is indeed awesome 🤘
I agree with your take on Miku. She is the founder/leader/face of the band and main lyricist. She came up with their maid concept as well. When they create songs, she will get a rough demo from Konami and she then has to figure out the mood of the song and then come up with lyrics and harmony lines, then figure out the rhythm guitar parts. So she is the spark plug I like to think. I think there a lot of people in America craving that hard rock sound that Bandmaid has….so they can be successful here. Their sold out tour is a good sign.
The first time I saw a live song (Domination) convinced me that Miku was more than making up the numbers but it was when I saw the 1 hour of the Shinkiba Studio Coast concert that it became obvious that she is as talented as the rest, not simply her rhythm playing but her vocal contributions are not only substantial but absolutely beautiful, dual vocals / harmonies etc and a perfect match with Saiki. It still boggles my mind that these 5 talented young women found themselves in one band.
Totally agree. Every madiac will be awear of her contribution to HER band. Without her there would be nothing.
Totally agree, but I must point out that Kanami writes Miku's rhythm parts and records them in the studio too. I'm not knocking our dear little pigeon, I truly believe she is the heart and soul of the band. Her lyric writing and her harmonising are phenomenal. Plus she is now a solid rhythm guitarist live, so much so that musicians watching her often don't know she literally learnt to play onstage. And it is really hard to play one rhythm on guitar while singing a different rhythm at the same time!
@@Davey-Boyd You are correct because Miku didn't even know how to play a guitar when this band was formed. Miku also stepped aside as the main vocalist since the band realized that their style of music required a different style of vocalist yet her harmonies are a perfect match with Saiki. Not to mention that Miku is the spokesperson who was out front promoting this band as they struggled (paid their dues) to get attention. And in the end there would be no Band-Maid since once upon a time a little Japanese pigeon had a dream.
@@fedogma8407 yep. I actually owe a lot to that little pigeon. Her dream changed my life around.
Normally, when such talented people gather, they will fall apart.
IMO, Miku is a powerful glue that sticks the band's unique geniuses together.
She is a natural genius.
Thank you for your comments on our MAIDs especially Miku she doesn't get nearly enough credit for what she does everyone who is a fan and or maidiac really owes her their gratitude for her insight to start this band as far as us radio goes I would to get them on the radio here in the US love the react. Long Live the PO!
Awesome commentary. Your right...Miku is the glue that holds together the Puzzle that is Band- Maid. Hint hint...Puzzle. An electric then acoustic 2fer.
Live Nation needs to seriously promote this band more. They've proved they're worthy by selling out a 13 show tour rather quickly
This reaction got me right in the feels. Thank you for your openness in your personal situation, and your insight into the band interaction. You are spot on that our little pigeon Miku is absolutely crucial to Band Maid, not just because she is the lyricist, but because she oils the wheels for the band’s sound.
Go well, Eric, and thank you for your insight and genuineness.
Absolutley spot on! Everything. All of it was so well said and thoughtful, Eric. I already love this song and this band. Now I love both more.🕊
Band-Maid. Blooming Brilliant! 🥸 Thx, Eric!
Your spot on insights, and colorful, but accurate descriptions really bring a whole new level of appreciation for these extraordinary ladies ! Thank you for sharing your thoughts :)
Just the sort of breakdown I look for in a reaction, very succinct, knowledgeable, and showing a complete appreciation of everyone's contribution. Fantastic stuff, Sir, and absolutely spot on.
Nice Shirt Eric =) I've been Pink Floyd fan since 1968 and my only regret is i never seen them live =( I'm not going to make that mistake again I'm going to see Band-Maid twice !! Great Song Great Reaction As Well
See Roger Waters This is not a drill tour. The last show he did was absolutely mind blowing.
I like how you described Saiki. The fans call her the Queen and heard the Band calls her the teacher. So it sounds like you are spot on. The rest of the band member too .
Really enjoying your insights. This song is a great showcase of what each member of the band is capable of. Such a banger.
On RUclips:
Music Videos to see how they sound on the album as opposed to live - Daydreaming(power ballad), Choose Me, Warning, Sense
More lives - Onset(instrumental), Play, Wonderland, No God, About Us(ballad), Real Existence
Off RUclips (a lot of us in the community can help you with these):
Puzzle (live), Puzzle (live acoustic), Don't you tell ME (live), Moratorium (live)
Audio Only (Spotify etc):
Corallium (my current #1 song), H-G-K, Giovanni, Unfair Game
I concur with Daydreaming, Onset, Play, and if you can find it Moratorium.
Also Audio only is Freezer and Why,why,why. At least at this time.
Was mesmerized by your insightful study of each of the girls and this great song. Wasn't expecting that, because at first it looked like you were going to do a crossword puzzle while listening 🙄😂. Thank you!
Thanks for great reactions and support of the band 🤘✌
Thank you. I always like getting information about a song/band I like from someone who knows much more about music than I do. Band-Maid, to me, in their live shows and even in their MVs, project a joyous energy. That is the cherry on top of all their excellence that sets them apart from other excellent musicians in my eyes.
Eric, thanks for the thoughtful and deeper look at each of the members. I would like to recommend that you consider an instrumental piece- Onset.
I agree with this!
Yep, I heartily concur!
I concur
I agree !!
Nice analysis. Best rock band going. Miku is no slacker. Founder, lyricist, 2nd vocal, & rhythm guitarist + her side project, cluppo. She has come a long way for not playing guitar when they started. Nothing needs saying about the rhythm section & kanami's songwriting/playing. Band-maid everyday & sometimes all day here. Thnx.
Again Eric, you've nailed it! Great review of what could have been a simple song but it's Band-Maid, so they lay intricacies over intricacies (but only if they serve the song). Plus, you gave Miku some well deserved credit, not enough reviewers do. Miku knows her strengths and she uses what she has to firmly hold the centre and allow the rest to show their virtuosity. Kanami taught her, and Kanami trusts her and can write and arrange knowing that Miku will do exactly what's needed to make it all work. And her Zemaitis guitars have such a wonderful, throaty crunch to them.
when you were speaking to Saikis' vocals and looking for that one word, what came to my mind was Unpretentious, she seems to just put it out there straigthup and without guile, she also seems to be able to do this and add emotion, also, little known fact about Misa, before she picked the bass at her music school she took the sound engineering class, so she understands the tone she makes with her bass, and can throw that tone around like an assassin, like you said hiding in plain site, great reaction, have a great day
All their music is top tier! I’m hoping this coming tour puts them in the minds of the masses, stateside, for ever! They’ve got it all, even more so than some of our most revered combos! Always a first wave fan but this is a tsunami, Riding the riffs of Kanami! maidiac mania!
Ironically Band-Maid has a song called "Summer Drive" from 2014. Miku is the vocalist and MISA is the standout. Quite different than say, "Black Hole" LOL
Great reaction once again. The great thing about the song is just how many great things there are about this song! Akane's drumming is incredible and if you listen to the whole thing you can hear her seemingly random beat variations. Then everything from the guitar solo on is just epic with that drop off into beautiful harmonies and then the gradual buildup where the chorus plays over the top of the soft Far Away theme and another guitar solo! All at the same time!
Ability to listen to great music and analyze!
And a great reaction!
As you say, they are five people making that wonderful music.
And BAND-MAID is BAND-MAID.
From Japan
Thx for the reaction to this beautiful song. You really have some interesting comments, esp for someone like me who goes back as far as you do. Wonderful content. :)
Great and informative reaction again, thanks. Miku was taught to play guitar by Kanami after she formed the band in 2013. So- Band founder, Vocals, Guitar, Lyrics writer and Spokes person for the band. I love her genius to bits. All reiterated by Stupps99.
And she came in second this year in an all Japan open poker tournament with close to 6,000 entrants.
Thanks again Eric!
You are easily my favorite reactor. I would love to hear your reactions to puzzle and moratorium.
Thanks for your insightful reaction Eric, I really enjoyed your knowledgeable analysis, however I believe you might unaware of how Band Maid (usually) records their studio & MV tracks.
It is my understanding from what I’ve read, that Kanami (Who is also the primary composer) plays both the lead and rhythm tracks during the recording process,
Miku does however play the rhythm guitar parts during all of the live performances (along with writing most of the lyrics, singing back up, and together with Saiki creating the primary “mix” for all of Band Maid’s compositions.
PS there are “post threads” available on Reddit where Band Maid describes their creative process from beginning to end, for anyone who is interested..
Oh I definitely know who Steve Cropper is. Jeff Beck was a huge fan of him. Miku definitely fits the bill and a great comparison to Steve Cropper. Everyone in this band deserves to be in this band. No one in Band Maid is expendable.
Nice to see you back with these amazing ladies. If I may suggest for in the future. Alone, Before Yesterday, Daydreaming, Bubble and Endless Story ! Stay safe and be well always ! P.S. Great reaction as always !
Love your breakdowns. Great reaction! You won't find a bad Maid song. They have a few that are for Anime. They're My least favorite. But still awesome. And if I was a musician in Japan I would definitely be writing anime. It's like getting a song in a Disney movie. Band Maid forever!😊😎🤘
Very well said sir. And agreement with all of your thoughts on Band Maid. Yes I also feel that their management so far have not done them justice. We Madiacs who have been with the band for a long time have witnessed their rise around the world. But I do hope the upcoming US tour will finally wake this country up to this incredible band. They are coming to conquer.
There is an especially nice live version of this from the 2020 Line Club Shibuya show. An audio only version has been posted on "tiago" channel under the heading BAND-MAID / Blooming (Live Audio at Line Club Shibuya) There are 56 live cuts posted there. Some of it doesn't get anywhere near enough play.
That reference to Joe Satriani and those summertime vibes (bright sunny days) of the rock musicians of the 90s has seemed tremendously accurate to me. Excellent job Mr. Clark!. It really shows that you know perrfectly what you are talking about.
Welcome back. Definitely had positive energy. Yesterday was Aurora's Birthday.
Love Aurora!
Dear Eric!
Greetings from Shizuoka on a stuffy day just at the end of the rainy season and a blasting coming upon us!
I have been watching your very professional reactions for a while but this is my first comment as I found difficult to add anything noteworthy which had been already uttered by your person or other commentators (talking of commentators, some "famous" ones are coming fast and thick on you! LOL).
You justly mentioned that Kanami is very reminiscent of some celebrated guitarists of the 60's~80's. She clearly declared many times that her main influences were Van Halen and Carlos Santana! She is a rare person, even in Japan with a big population whose more than half are women. The great majority of the latter undergo a thorough musical education. She stared learning the piano at the age of 4 and even now always composes first on the piano before transcribing her creations onto her guitar. She then makes a demo she sends to Misa and Akane who then add to it. These two also underwent an extensive musical education from an early age and were studying together at a reputed music College in Tokyo. Incidentally none of them was born in Tokyo! You said before that Akane is a monster. She is, but she is a very methodical one and always writes her contributions on scoresheets first! Both Akane and Misa are also jazz educated and multi instrumentalists. Miku is an interesting case. She could not play a note on a guitar 8 years ago. Kanami took on her to teach Miku personally with the latter sometimes practicing 8 hours day, ending up with bandaged fingers and wrists. Miku showed the typical resilience and positive stubborn approach to life of Japanese women (I am French and have lived in Japan for 46 years. I lived under the influence of Jimi Hendrix, Pink Floyd, Janis Joplin, Bob Dylan, John Lee Hooker,...). Many justly call Kanami a genius, but I have never heard of a genius who is capable of teaching someone from zero into an accomplished rhythm guitarist who is contributing or/and sharing vocals with Saiki on top of writing 95% of the lyrics. Saiki was actually recruited by Miku who understood her voice was too sweet for their kind of music. Things were not easy on Saiki either who had to go through risky throat polyps operation. She is extremely careful of her voice and puts a lot of practice and care into it.
Saiki seems to be the leader of the band, but things are a bit more complicated. Miku is the leader when it comes to promote the group with acumen and wits. She is from Kumamoto in Kyushu Island, one of the grittiest parts in Japan. Kanami can be no nonsense when rehearsing before concerts. At the beginning of their venture some members were late at practice. Kanami was so upset that she cried. No one has been late since then! Simply put, everyone of them has many roles inside a group which could not survive with the departure of a single one. The chemistry is almost abnormal. They are like sisters but are very private. After all, except for Saiki, they are turned 30 and are very adult under their shy, ever so polite and humble attitude. Life was not easy on some of them, but they showed a unusual grit even for Japanese women!
Just to end my babble, Akane is the goofy one, always ready to have a joke, but very practical and down to earth when needed. Miku is the manager. Mika likes her booze (but she has cut on it recently) and loves dirty jokes in private. Saiki is the only one to dare say a hard word some time. Kanami is the genius and always gone into a dream, although a monster just before and on stage!
Take good care of yourself (ves)!
Best regards,
Robert-Gilles Martineau
One of the best and insightful music reviews I have seen. Thank you. subscribed.
GREAT to have the spirit of EVH watching over your shoulder (sweet bit of vinyl) while Mincho is tapping away 👍❤🤟🤟🤟
Eric, fantastically informative and interesting analysis. They are the real deal, indeed.
Speaking of an all-English song, I’d love to hear your take on their collaboration with David Bowie producer Tony Visconti “The Dragon Cries”.
A lot of the more BM purists don’t love it because they didn’t write the lyrics or basic arrangement or melody, but they did the instrumentation and performance and I think it’s stellar in the same vein of excellence as Blooming.
The video deals with rather bleak subject matter - personally I think it’s great they can do something that speaks to the more serious and wider human condition. I hope you give it a listen before long.
I think you would really like Band Maids “Daydreaming”. It’s a masterpiece.
Concur.
concur!
Concur
great reaction & your analysis. enjoyed it. :D
pls check "Moratorium" by Band-Maid (live one) in the future!
Thanks for continuing on your Band-Maid journey and sharing it with us! Blooming is my favorite song. Until I hear Manners, then Manners is my favorite. Until I hear Daydreaming, then Daydreaming is my favorite. Until I hear Blooming ...
Everybody carries their weight in this band; rhythm guitar and backing vocals included. They have a unity of purpose and sound that isn't unheard of, but isn't that common either.
It's a little frustrating that the Japanese music industry seems very insular (and that's a national characteristic, not just the music industry). The market in Japan is large, so they don't try very hard to sell to the West. It would seem like they'd want to license out tee shirts and posters if not vinyl and CDs, or make digital forms a little easier for fans in the west to purchase, but no, you have to order from Japan and pay outrageous shipping and import fees. You can buy CDs through JPU Records in London, but what about the States? It seems like the band is more interested in the States than their label... although Pony Canyon seems better than Crown Stones.
By the way, dig the Robin Trower vinyl hiding in your background.
Your smile says it all 😁
Thanks for addressing the touring, US marketing and Radio questions I see a lot on this band. It was noticeable to me that they are billed pretty low at the one US festival they are starting their US tour at, and then most everywhere sold out and a couple had to be moved to larger venues. It just "feels" so close to blowing up big for this band. We've all seen that before and not actually happened. Lets hope the new label they joined last year can get it together, or at least try. Japanese labels are really weird I am learning.
Another great analysis and really great shoutout for Miku. People often overlook her because they would compare her to the other 3 musicians who are extremely good at what they do, whereas Miku picked up guitar and took a back seat vocally for the band and vision that she saw. She does so many intangible things in the songs and in the band that people overlook. Getting a more proficient guitar player would not make the band better, because of what she does with her vocals to support the songs as well, not to mention all the lyrics she has written, all the PR she does, and a ton more. For anyone that has been to one of their Servings (concerts), they will also know that only Miku can do Omajinai time.
MISA chugging 16th notes with Akane's kick drum is a work of art. Those two melt into one here. The angelic harmonies here always bring a tear to my eyes, and to throw these harmonies into a hard rock tune like this is pure genius song writing.
I feel the "99 Luft Ballons" and other were also from an era prior to the "Clearchannel" monopoly, which I'm not a fan of. I'm 65yo and grew up in Cleveland, Ohio in the 60-s and 70's so I know what good radio is. WNCR and WMMS for starters. Those were the days when a DJ would come on air and say" Boy do I have something for you guys"...then throw on a complete side of and album with no commercials..... ahhhh, the good ole days. Band-Maid will never get radio air time with Clearchannel........hope they prove me wrong but I don't care I like them to be small and niche just like they are. Great stuff again Eric...thanks.
I spent a few years in Bedford listening to Kid Leo on the radio doing the Hot Lunch. I still have most of my maternal side living in Cleveland and have been for generations. Later in life, I went up there and interviewed with CC for a gig on MMS and the vibe was just "off". Corporations buy the cache' of a brand not the uniqueness of their success. This is something us old heads have lamented for decades now. There is a small swing back into the Personality Driven radio, but at small ownership stations with owners who trust their audience and programmers. Hopefully the pendulum swings back sooner rather than later.
Cheers!
Eric
99 Luft Balons was also never intended for the US market. A DJ was supposed to play another song (not sure whether it was 99 Red Balloons or something else) but he played this instead...and the rest is history. Afterward, the label was trying to push the English version but it never really caught on like the German version did. And it didn't always work out that way, either...Falco's 'Rock Me Amadeus' was more popular in the English remix.
@@TheWyldesidewithEricClark I worked for years on the "Bedford Auto Mile" in several dealerships, murdered a lot of brain cells there too ....Lol! BLF Bash was a favorite and his early morning "Maggot Brain" spin....Loved that cat.
BAND-MAID have a track called "Summer Drive" .
Misa; Playing the recurring role of 'The Barefoot Assassin'...
No Miku no Band Maid, it's that simple !
Not sure if you've checked out, or been recommended, any of Miku's solo work under the name Cluppo. But I would recommend if you want to explore her talents more. Voice is probably my favorite, no MV, but you should give it a listen regardless.
I think Kanami is one of the greatest guitarist come along since David Gilmore and Jimmy Page
You say "Steve Vai/David Lee Roth..... Often when I some of Kanami's solo's I get the "outro solo vibe to Yankee Rose". The way Kanami uses actual chords in her solo's reminds me of Steve Vai's "Yankee Rose" outro solo.
That's why misa called that assassin bcoz she really ourstand and sneak her part in a song
Five of Japan's best female rockers have formed a new 'Supergroup'. World-class drum/bass combo, twin shredders, true front person. No copyright issues.
NEMOPHILA/"Raitei" {OG/MV} ruclips.net/video/lh-dVLKP314/видео.html
NEMOPHILA/"Fighter" {OG/Live} ruclips.net/video/KMioZiACr4s/видео.html
NEMOPHILA/"Kurenai" {English ver.} ruclips.net/video/Bd3Ss30FZjg/видео.html
If you haven't yet ( although I'm not a real metal head ) but check out Nemophilia. Another 5 piece all female Japanese (metal) group. They've done a lot of covers. Check their version of Journey's Separate Ways. As well as Bon Jovi's Bad Name, Detroit Rock City by Kiss. And a cover of a song by a Japanese group. The song is called, One Night Carnival. Nemophilia is to Metal what Band Maid is to Rock. Again, be well !
Only someone who doesn't know much about metal would say that. Nemophila are fine, but they have a long way to go still. Lovebites or Aldious would be better picks.
@@cepho8349 Hey Junior, I was listening to music when you were probably still floating around in your old man's ball bag. What was the first thing I said Einstein ? That I wasn't a real "metal head" ! I see reading comprehension isn't one of your strongest attributes. Maybe actually pay attention to what someone actually says. Before you open up that c#m dumpster of yours to attack them with your lame ass response. My apologies to Mr.Wylde but I don't like smarmy dumb asses. Who attack people for no reason. Thinking they are looking cool and hip to others. By doing so on social media ! P.S. Where else but on social media can you get attacked. By just making a harmless suggestion. That's why so much of it sucks !
Articulate as usual Eric. Thanks!
Are you going to see them at the Brooklyn Bowl In Nashville this May. I'll be there..
I agree with others here mentioned. >>> Please do "secret My lips" MV Official Channel
The Joe Satriani song you were thinking of was "Summer Song". 😁
Just a couple for the language things RAMMSTEIN,FALCO,NINA,PSY. 👍
Dude I'm watching your channel from the beginning so my comments might be untimely. But about the Jimmy Page quote about Akane. He said she was a reincarnation of John Bonham.
...and Miku couldn't play a lick of guitar when the band started.
ningen isu をお薦めします｡聴いてみて下さい。
Are you familiar with the term Madiac yet?
If you like a bit ofv funk.please check out the all female japanese band BimBamBoom.
I hope that means you will at least consider it. They don't have even have half as many followers as Band-Maid, but I as a non musician (and who wouldn;t know if someone is playing a wrong note or right note) think they are great. I am a fan of all female Japanese bands , and even some that aren't totally female eg Buffalo Daughter. I have been going through many on a list I found. There are some that are standouts and BimBamboom are the standout among the standouts for me. Note The Drummer has played with the the Rock Band Tricot. Anyway this is my favourite video from them. ruclips.net/video/gGeotFVkxGk/видео.html .
Great reaction analysis by the way.
But, Eric... from what I can see you haven't done their song "Play" live...
The musicians seem to be really good I would like to see them play live I still don't care for the singer I don't find her unique but that's just me oh please get rid of the maid uniform and I don't need everyone jumping down my throat because of the story I think there good enough not to need it I'm just and old rock and roller metal fan and this is my opinion God bless
Do you know who else "..good enough not to need it"? - David Bowie, Alice Cooper, Kiss, ZZ Top, Buckethead, Rob Zombie, Marilyn Manson, Ghost, Slipknot etc.
I completely understand where you’re coming from on the maid uniform - and, absolutely yes, they are so good they don’t need them ofc. But, once you get to know them, their history and more about their founder, Miku Kobato, you might give them a pass.
The short story - the “maid as performer” at a maid cafe is a common way to start out in the entertainment industry in Japan. Miku was working 3 jobs trying to make it in a pop-idol girl group; one job was at a maid cafe. It was her idea to combine the maid outfit with hard rock music - to create a cool & interesting “gap” in expectation and experience. Plus she simply loves the maid outfit concept so it’s something fun and interesting to her personally. She found the other members who felt enough the same to give it a try. They’ve adjusted their outfits over time to fit their unique personality - some are more maid than others (Misa & Saiki not so much, really - just fancy stage dress).
And as others say, entertainment and rock has a long history of the performers costuming of one kind or another. Personally I originally felt the same and as a big Rush and Yes fan - thought they were beyond that - then I remembered the kimonos and robes they all wore - then bands like Kiss, Angus Young schoolboy outfit, leather pants, hair bands and makeup - what’s the difference?
It’s the music that matters in the end - the look is just for fun - and Band-Maids music is top-notch. Just have fun with it and enjoy the great music.
Rock on 🤘🏼
Yes when I was younger I like the costume alice Cooper was the first concert I ever went to at age 13 it was great I'm sorry I find the maid costume silly God bless
Well, for one, they are a Japanese band, primarily playing to a Japanese audience with a Japanese aesthetic. In Japan, the visuals are just as important as the music. If you follow enough Japanese bands, you will see that. Having a visually unique aesthetic in Japan immediately sets you apart from every other rock band out there (and in Japan, there are MANY. It's the second largest music industry in the world) and makes you instantly recognizable and much more easily marketable. So if you don't get the maid costumes, that's fine. You aren't the primary target audience anyways.
@@armynurseboy well said👍👍