Doesn't Kanami's frills look like an angel's wings, (she always takes us soaring to the heavens with her riffs). If this is what heaven looks and sounds like, I better clean up my act! This is sucha a beautiful and angelic video in so many ways!!!!!!
When I first saw Band-Maid back in 2022, I thought they would be a "Guilty Pleasure". But they're not: they're simply a pleasure, no guilt necessary. They're an amazing blend of hard rock, prog, metal, rap, grunge, punk, and pop. They bring it all to the table and serve it all up, plated for for serving perfection. Don't try to pigeon hole their genre, they wander all over the pop-rock genre map and are constantly exploring their boundaries. Yes, this is the band that Rocks HARD, but then turns around and brings a tear to your eye. Don't fool yourself into believing that Band-Maid is an artificial construct of the entertainment industry, what you see is Band-Maid doing Band-maid things: composing, writing, arranging, producing and recording their own music. Band-Maid is all their own construct and you'll be amazed by this quintet's accomplishments. I saw them live twice in 2023, and they are everything OldSkuleNerd says they are. If they play anywhere near you, go see them, and get your tickets early, because they sell out quickly.
Yeah, it was hard for me to believe they were real. After a decade of disenchantment and outright cynicism towards modern music, especially rock, I discovered them at the end of 2021. Without seeing or knowing anything about them I was convinced after Choose Me and 15 seconds into Thrill that they were the best band this decade. Then I found out about everything. I couldn’t believe a group of Japanese women dressed in maid outfits made the best music in decades, all original songs, no covers, across so many sub genres, and made this music I was nostalgic for but did it better by being just as catchy but infinitely more instrumentally rich. They made music the way I remember with rose tinted glasses. I genuinely watched several live videos trying to figure out if they were actually playing and if these songs were covers. How can one band do it all and have enough humor to do it wearing maid outfits? 35 typically isn’t the age you discover your favorite band. They made me love music again. I will be forever in their debt for their gift.
Band Maid goes straight to the heart. I have shed many tears watching these ladies. They are special. They've got our backs just like we have theirs. Great reaction brother. Rock on 🤘
Its ok to cry sometimes.. and i do understand father daughter relationship..my dad himself daughter of 4 ..he cried when he’s happy or sad for us… and every morning he just pray for our good day… and he was strict when we were kids.. but now a retired officer he seems to be just calm and happy to see us growing up and doing fine even at some point getting arguments just to justify our actions lol… hoping everything going to work between you and your daughter sir… and thank you for reacting to BANDMAID.. such a mellow song for the soul..
@rogerchance9074 😂 Roger it's just come as a shock is all cos a day doesn't go past without someone giving you a shout out. But rest assured your awesome powers haven't been drained :)
@rogerchance9074 Well you see Roger Band-MaidSeed, you have to give the seeds you've planted time to sprout. BTW, you're becoming a legend. Cool, ain't it?
It's co-written with Mike Einziger from Incubus, I think that's why it's all in English, just like their previous collab song The dragon's cries. Some people said Mike wrote the music and Miku wrote the lyrics, I am not quite sure how much involvement Kanami has had in the writing process but the drum, bassline and solo parts sound like Band Maid style to me. Honestly I do like other BM id tempo songs more when I first heard the audio version but the visual impact of this MV helps it transcending into another level.
My main issue with this song, and I think I’m all alone because I haven’t heard anyone else mention it, is the vocals. They sound distorted, or compressed. Something. Saiki doesn’t sound nearly as good to me and it can’t be her. It’s something in the production. Probably will sound much better live.
Check out their OLV for HATE - Talk about walking the thin line. Plus if you feel like tearing up again check out the OLV for ENDLESS STORY from the same concert. Peace. 101.0
I love this song. I have watched at least 25 reviews,and yours is one of the most heartfelt reviews. I sure hope Caroline ends the week with contentment and peace,and she should with a dad like you.
Even though it's co-written by Mike from Incubus, Band-Maid is doing Band-Maid's thing, you know. Misa's bass line, Akane's drum fill, Kanami's explosion, Saiki's beautiful vocals and Miku's angelic harmony. Also, thank you for sharing your emotions with us, the audience. It brings tears to my eyes🥲
Awesome reaction man. Started playing D n D in the 70s with my cousins. Fell in love with Band-Maid 4 years ago. Love for you and your daughter! So glad this is special for you.
Straight up an Incubus song sung and performed by Band-Maid. That opening riff is all Incubus. Even the singing style. Frankly, my dream come true. My two favorite bands merged together. Perfection
Thank you OSN for reviewing this. It's been awhile since I've stopped by but I know you've been a loyal Band-Maid fan so here I am. What gorgeous song this is, and what a gorgeous video.
I sure get your sentiment. Band-Maid seems to have a way of doing things that line up in time that make their music special. This is the perfect example. Thanks for the reaction.
this is what you get when 5 young ladies come together, then decide to to scrimp, scratch and fight for everything that they can get, 10 yrs later their besties playing arenas
Great reaction OSN as always,,yes they have walked the line so many times,it has become second nature to them,whatever they do,they smash it,,,,You have to see ,Endless Story,live at Yokahama,its the closing song and very emotional,it gets me everytime.
In the MV for Sense, Saiki already gave it away briefly when she was seen with wings, but now we finally have confirmation that someone must have opened the gates of heaven almost 11 years ago to let these 5 angels come to us. 🤭 But joking aside, I think each of us has/had that one person by our side - whether family, friend, partner, or whatever, or even if it was only for a short time - to whom we can dedicate this song, right? The ladies hit the mark perfectly once again! (imo) ❤🔥🤘🏻 Greetings from Germany to you and Karoline. 🙏🏻✨ _____________________ _"America invented rock. England improved it. And now, Japan has perfected it."_ ※ Band-Maid ※ Gacharic Spin ※ Lovebites ※ Nemophila ※ East of Eden ※ Hanabie ※ Asterism ※ Trident ※ Hades ※ etc.
hi OSN sending hugs to u and ur daughter whatever the situation your dealing with just know that u will get through it we are sending you the best wishes xxx
"Psi & Bella Music" channel thinks that Bestie is a song about the Band-Maid members....... how they feel towards each other and I can totally see that. And yes, as a dad, you did make my eyes itchy. Nice reaction. And if you don´t want to cry again, Do Not react to Band-Maids´ last live MV "Endless Story". It was a show closer and all the girls were tearing up at some stage.
Saiki: "The off-white color worn by the members signifies the expectation for the future progress. I hope everyone can imagine how it will be colored and enjoy it together." Also Saiki, "When I listen to "Bestie", I get the image of traveling in the wilderness. I wanted to feel the same scenery and immerse myself in the world of the song with them, which is also expressed in the music video." @saiki_bandmaid FYI, this is a new collab song with Mike Einziger (Incubus), Po! Expect a little 😈when they collab with The Warning. All should be included in their new full album due out this Summer, Po! 🦍🍌PS, Kanami's solo is akin to her Daydreaming solo > 😭, and Akane + Kanami's backing vocals 😇
They do not wear the maid armour in this song, as it is not a Band-Maid song. It just happens to be the women in Band-Maid doing co-op with Mt Enzinger.
![It's like an Eighties Classic! - NEMOPHILA / ODYSSEY [Official Music Video]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/97Y_QmS0IEw/mqdefault.jpg)
When the world seems full of garbage bandmaid reminds us that friendship and love are what hold us together.
🤗👍🍻
Doesn't Kanami's frills look like an angel's wings, (she always takes us soaring to the heavens with her riffs). If this is what heaven looks and sounds like, I better clean up my act! This is sucha a beautiful and angelic video in so many ways!!!!!!
When I first saw Band-Maid back in 2022, I thought they would be a "Guilty Pleasure". But they're not: they're simply a pleasure, no guilt necessary. They're an amazing blend of hard rock, prog, metal, rap, grunge, punk, and pop. They bring it all to the table and serve it all up, plated for for serving perfection. Don't try to pigeon hole their genre, they wander all over the pop-rock genre map and are constantly exploring their boundaries. Yes, this is the band that Rocks HARD, but then turns around and brings a tear to your eye. Don't fool yourself into believing that Band-Maid is an artificial construct of the entertainment industry, what you see is Band-Maid doing Band-maid things: composing, writing, arranging, producing and recording their own music. Band-Maid is all their own construct and you'll be amazed by this quintet's accomplishments.
I saw them live twice in 2023, and they are everything OldSkuleNerd says they are. If they play anywhere near you, go see them, and get your tickets early, because they sell out quickly.
Well said indeed!
Yeah, it was hard for me to believe they were real. After a decade of disenchantment and outright cynicism towards modern music, especially rock, I discovered them at the end of 2021. Without seeing or knowing anything about them I was convinced after Choose Me and 15 seconds into Thrill that they were the best band this decade. Then I found out about everything. I couldn’t believe a group of Japanese women dressed in maid outfits made the best music in decades, all original songs, no covers, across so many sub genres, and made this music I was nostalgic for but did it better by being just as catchy but infinitely more instrumentally rich. They made music the way I remember with rose tinted glasses. I genuinely watched several live videos trying to figure out if they were actually playing and if these songs were covers. How can one band do it all and have enough humor to do it wearing maid outfits? 35 typically isn’t the age you discover your favorite band. They made me love music again. I will be forever in their debt for their gift.
Band Maid goes straight to the heart. I have shed many tears watching these ladies. They are special. They've got our backs just like we have theirs. Great reaction brother. Rock on 🤘
Angel-Maid's! They look so beautiful in this video.
Wayne actually it was pretty sad to see you were the only Maidiac who replied to the anti-Maidiac on Greedy's channel :(
@@GaryHolloway-810 Well, someone had to do it. I was kinda surprised too, but you have my back!
Yeah what a liberty saying what we should & shouldn't call ourselves.🤷♂️
Thank you for a most wonderful reaction of "Bestie" by BAND-MAID. It is an emotional song. Hugs to your daughter too.
As a father of 2 daughters, I totally get where you are coming from
Same, I have 2 daughters as well.
Its ok to cry sometimes.. and i do understand father daughter relationship..my dad himself daughter of 4 ..he cried when he’s happy or sad for us… and every morning he just pray for our good day… and he was strict when we were kids.. but now a retired officer he seems to be just calm and happy to see us growing up and doing fine even at some point getting arguments just to justify our actions lol… hoping everything going to work between you and your daughter sir… and thank you for reacting to BANDMAID.. such a mellow song for the soul..
Band Maid and Incubus meet half way and the result is beauty.
BTW: the wardrobe design is by Saiki.
Thank you sir!
Kanami's ponytail makes me very happy. She's even adorable-er than I thought possible 🥰
Don't worry OSN, BAND-MAID haven't long unveiled this years touring battle dress, the white costumes are only for the collab with Mike :)
@rogerchance9074 😂 Roger it's just come as a shock is all cos a day doesn't go past without someone giving you a shout out. But rest assured your awesome powers haven't been drained :)
@rogerchance9074 Well you see Roger Band-MaidSeed, you have to give the seeds you've planted time to sprout. BTW, you're becoming a legend. Cool, ain't it?
❤😂
@rogerchance9074 Hard cider. Gary can probably give you some tips.
It's co-written with Mike Einziger from Incubus, I think that's why it's all in English, just like their previous collab song The dragon's cries. Some people said Mike wrote the music and Miku wrote the lyrics, I am not quite sure how much involvement Kanami has had in the writing process but the drum, bassline and solo parts sound like Band Maid style to me.
Honestly I do like other BM id tempo songs more when I first heard the audio version but the visual impact of this MV helps it transcending into another level.
Here are the credits:
Words：MIKU KOBATO Music: Michael Einziger /BAND-MAID
My main issue with this song, and I think I’m all alone because I haven’t heard anyone else mention it, is the vocals. They sound distorted, or compressed. Something. Saiki doesn’t sound nearly as good to me and it can’t be her. It’s something in the production. Probably will sound much better live.
Check out their OLV for HATE - Talk about walking the thin line. Plus if you feel like tearing up again check out the OLV for ENDLESS STORY from the same concert. Peace. 101.0
Your reaction is natural 👍🏻
They are special beings.
It's rare to find such a fused band these days.
Yeah they're AWESOME! BAND-MAID always seems to hit the right spot.. Thanks Great reaction as always!!!!!🕊🍌🍻☕⚾
I love this song. I have watched at least 25 reviews,and yours is one of the most heartfelt reviews.
I sure hope Caroline ends the week with contentment and peace,and she should with a dad like you.
Band Maid turn in to Band Angeles
Beautiful song. Thank you for the beautiful reaction.
June 12th 2024 BAND MAID & THE WARNING WILL BE PLAYING A SHOW IN JAPAN.. should be awesome 💥🤯🤘🎶✌️
Thanks for your wonderful & heartwarming reaction！！
Thank you so much
It’s a beautiful song. Thanks for sharing. Band Maid Rocks🤘🏻✌🏻
Perfect song for you
Even though it's co-written by Mike from Incubus, Band-Maid is doing Band-Maid's thing, you know. Misa's bass line, Akane's drum fill, Kanami's explosion, Saiki's beautiful vocals and Miku's angelic harmony. Also, thank you for sharing your emotions with us, the audience. It brings tears to my eyes🥲
I love listening to music in other languages. Music will always be THE universal language. ❤️🔥
I sent this to my daughter too😊
Awesome reaction man. Started playing D n D in the 70s with my cousins. Fell in love with Band-Maid 4 years ago. Love for you and your daughter! So glad this is special for you.
A DnD session with th😅e 5 members of Band Maid would not only be interrsting but also hilarious.
Band Angel!🫶
Straight up an Incubus song sung and performed by Band-Maid. That opening riff is all Incubus. Even the singing style. Frankly, my dream come true. My two favorite bands merged together. Perfection
Wonderful reaction this is special between them and us dont feel bad shedding tears its happened more they once to all of us maidiacs❤😊
Thank you OSN for reviewing this. It's been awhile since I've stopped by but I know you've been a loyal Band-Maid fan so here I am. What gorgeous song this is, and what a gorgeous video.
I sure get your sentiment. Band-Maid seems to have a way of doing things that line up in time that make their music special. This is the perfect example. Thanks for the reaction.
this is what you get when 5 young ladies come together, then decide to to scrimp, scratch and fight for everything that they can get, 10 yrs later their besties playing arenas
Great reaction OSN as always,,yes they have walked the line so many times,it has become second nature to them,whatever they do,they smash it,,,,You have to see ,Endless Story,live at Yokahama,its the closing song and very emotional,it gets me everytime.
In the MV for Sense, Saiki already gave it away briefly when she was seen with wings, but now we finally have confirmation that someone must have opened the gates of heaven almost 11 years ago to let these 5 angels come to us. 🤭 But joking aside, I think each of us has/had that one person by our side - whether family, friend, partner, or whatever, or even if it was only for a short time - to whom we can dedicate this song, right? The ladies hit the mark perfectly once again! (imo) ❤🔥🤘🏻
Greetings from Germany to you and Karoline. 🙏🏻✨
_____________________
_"America invented rock. England improved it. And now, Japan has perfected it."_
※ Band-Maid ※ Gacharic Spin ※ Lovebites ※ Nemophila ※ East of Eden ※ Hanabie ※ Asterism ※ Trident ※ Hades ※ etc.
They always catch me off guard in the most amazing way.
Daydreaming 2.0
こんにちは(Hello) from japan.👋👋
It’s okay. Go for it. Time passes well.
hi OSN sending hugs to u and ur daughter whatever the situation your dealing with just know that u will get through it we are sending you the best wishes xxx
🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️ 🌶️
👍🏽🤘🏽👍🏽
"Psi & Bella Music" channel thinks that Bestie is a song about the Band-Maid members....... how they feel towards each other and I can totally see that. And yes, as a dad, you did make my eyes itchy. Nice reaction. And if you don´t want to cry again, Do Not react to Band-Maids´ last live MV "Endless Story". It was a show closer and all the girls were tearing up at some stage.
Touched too.
🤘😎🤘
Band-Maid, bringer of onion ninjas.😊
The harmonies kill me . I would remarry my wife to this song.
"Wow, holy crap", yep and B-M yet again uncompromisingly charting their own course. Hope things get better for your daughter 🙏 Cheers Po 👍🍻
Saiki: "The off-white color worn by the members signifies the expectation for the future progress. I hope everyone can imagine how it will be colored and enjoy it together." Also Saiki, "When I listen to "Bestie", I get the image of traveling in the wilderness. I wanted to feel the same scenery and immerse myself in the world of the song with them, which is also expressed in the music video." @saiki_bandmaid FYI, this is a new collab song with Mike Einziger (Incubus), Po! Expect a little 😈when they collab with The Warning. All should be included in their new full album due out this Summer, Po! 🦍🍌PS, Kanami's solo is akin to her Daydreaming solo > 😭, and Akane + Kanami's backing vocals 😇
Well, you know what "Bestie" means in German?! "Bestie" can be translated to "beast" ... 😂
Onion ninjas in the house.
They do not wear the maid armour in this song, as it is not a Band-Maid song. It just happens to be the women in Band-Maid doing co-op with Mt Enzinger.
Doesn't Miku write the best lyrics around?!!!!