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The best explanation of this song is in the comments section of original MV, but a brief synopsis is Kamami wrote the song about the larger Human Experience after the loss of her grandmother. Saiki not being fully aware of Kanmi's intentions wrote the lyrics based on what the music spoke to her. And it is about artists from the past that inspire Band-Maid's music and how in turn her hopes that Band-Maid's music will in turn inspire another musical artist in the future and how in that they're all connected. The hand and shadow is a metaphor for both Band-Maid reaching out to the past and the future reaching out to them (Band-Maid) for inspiration. None of them having actually met but all still being connected.

Band-Maid has 140+ good songs 🙂

Are there more songs from Band-Maid that we'd like you to listen to? Well... about 130 or so... all of them. I know it sounds ridiculous, but the craziest thing about Band-Maid is that the quality of their songs is always there, song to song. Every one of them is somewhere between excellent and monstrously great. If you really do like them that much, what I'd suggest is that you do a deep dive on them, do a video a day or whatever you can manage. You'll get us coming to watch you watch them until you run out of songs. For real. 😄

You'll have to see them live...'Endless Story' Official Live is a nice start. The emotional closer to their 10th Anniversay Concert 👌❤🤘🤘🤘

Glad to see you back with band-maid .I would like to see you react to YOLO mv a very fun song .

Hello 👋🤗

You must watch their "Unleash!!!!!" mv. You're welcome......

Masterful songwriting and storytelling🔥❤️ Grearest band of our time 🔥❤️ Greets from Finland 🇫🇮🤘

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The band is built around a “Twin-vocal concept.” Look at the lyrics either before or after you watch the video.

Not the smoothest reaction video I've seen, but I'm always glad to see someone newly excited by Band-Maid! Are there more songs by them you should check out? Yes. All of them! First that comes to mind is "Unleash!!!!!" MV, since there's reportedly a Sailor Moon vibe towards the end of the video (I'm not that familiar myself). I mostly love them for their music, but there's no denying their cuteness too. You could search for Kawaii Moments or Cute Moments for some adorable clip compilations of them just having fun!

Note that there are official captions you should check out. The lyrics are thoughtful, and beautiful. I spoke too soon… apparently you had them on. Not sure why we didn’t see them.

Thank you for checking back in on our maids!

Forbidden or not, I love the tales these outstanding ladies tell. ❤‍🔥🤟🏻 Greetings from the German Maidiacs section. 🙋‍♂ _____________________ 「 _"Our rock never dies ever. Forever!"_ 」 - from *BAND-MAID* - 'Manners' ♬🕊

Not just any Japanese rock, but Band-Maid. Thanks Rebeka for this and your reaction.

Thank you *TH-cam* for spreading the word of *BAND-MAID* 🍺😁 ----------------------------------------- _The Carrier Pigeons delivering the message of _*_BAND-MAID_*_ to the World_

🐦 *Rebeka* 🐦 Welcome to the world of *BAND-MAID* (2013 - Present) A group of 5 young ladies from Japan that will rock your world: *Miku Kobato* (Kuruppo) = Lead Vocals / Rhythm Guitar *(Po!)* *Saiki Atsumi* (Sai-Chan) = Lead Vocals / Piano *Kanami Tono* (Kanamincho) = Lead Guitarist *Akane Hirose* (A-Chan) = Drummer *MISA* (MISA, MISA, MISA) = Bassist If you wish to continue down this Pigeon Hole 😊 you will enjoy over 100+ great songs you will start saying to yourself “This is my favorite *BAND-MAID* song”. _(No joke Po!)_ Below is a list of songs that will get you started alone (Official Music Video) Choose me (Official Music Video) HATE? (Official Live Video) Blooming (Official Music Video) YOLO (Official Music Video) the non-fiction days (Official Music Video) I discovered *BAND-MAID* in 2019 and came to a realization that *BAND-MAID* more then just a rock band they are a band that does not have any boundaries and is willing experiment into different genre from (Blues, Rock, Punk and Jazz) and a lot of fans including me would say “you got to check out their live videos” from: 2017-STUDIO COAST 2018-Zepp Tokyo 2020-LINE CUBE SHIBUYA 2021-BAND-MAID ONLINE ACOUSTIC In the end I realize that *BAND-MAID* more then just a band but a band that cares about each other and their fan base and in October of 2022 I had a fortune of experiencing them live and with that *BAND-MAID* cemented their Legacy into my heart. Rock On! 🤘 *100% satisfaction guarantee or your money back…*

This is about father of Tuomas who passed away.

It's about people who have passed away but are seen again in the daily things we do. They are always with you in everything you see and hear. Greetings from the Netherlands.

Tuomas wrote this after the death of his father. There is a sadness in losing someone you love, but this celebrates a life well lived. The words speak of memories living on and our interconnectedness to all of nature ("I'm in the four winds ... I am the snow on your palm"). One of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard.

So many songs made me happy... few made me cry... this one, man...I'm crying with an honoust smile on my face. Breathtaking. Thank you for sharing, great reaction...

🤗🍒🤘🏻😘 Great Job, what an amazing song huh 🎶🎼

What a song, what a band, what a woman 🤘

sad?

🤘💎🔥

This hits straight to your soul. 🥹🤘

The first listen I actually had physical tears run down my cheeks

Many women in the public eye are not allowed to show a life lived .. someone commented about Lady GaGa that she wasn't allowed to age. Floor here is comfortable with who she is .. artist, wife and mother .. minimal makeup .. that life shown bare to use so beautiful on her face. She recorded her parts for the album only six weeks after giving birth to Lucy .. she said that it was still painful to stand but she could sing fine sitting down. The crew came to her home to do the recording .. and worked around mom having to take care of the baby. This is not a sad song but a celebration of a life well lived.

Greetings from Finland 😍

Yesterwynde: This album is like an old concept album by Pink Floyd, you might take the time to listen to it from the first song all thru to the last one. After about 50 times now it grew on me up to the 5 best albums I own - and I am 64 now and have about 8000 records. For me Nightwish has evolved to those rare bands, that create art without any consideration to what anybody expected or to say it the short way: Nightwish does Nightwish things. Greetings from Germany again

My personal song of the year 2024. Top 3 in my NW rating. Whatever guard you have up, when Floor's voice comes in she cut's thru it like a fresh sharpened butcher knife and get's you right into your soul and while your bleeding out you feel satisfied. When Floor goes into her emotional mode you can sleep in the finnish winter outside in the woods and still be warmed by her voice and feel comfortable. Much Love from Germany to you and your passionate reactions!

タイトルと中身が違いますよ。

Check out one of the other songs he wrote himself. Eg Utopia

He alway adjusts his ear pieces thanks for the review. Love his performances

This isn’t just a masterpiece. It’s a victory lap.

I'm with you on the spider thing, I am arachnophobic, and when you are confronted with an arachnid when you are not expecting it, WHAM...it really affects you.

Jesus, is she gonna cry? OMG get a grip woman, show a little self control. You know,so u can actually give a reaction/reviewof some kind, no matter how biased it might be

MISA MISA MISA!!!!!

I will follow your reactions to this group!

👍👍 try one ok rock / nemophila / wagakki band / ado / baby metal / 🎸

The lettering on the socks says "Japanese youth representatives" and the black board says "There's an exam tomorrow!! Study hard". Atarashii Gakko No Leaders (New School Leaders) were formed in 2015 by the Asobisytem agency. Mizyu (the one with two ponytails) had already worked with Asobisystem as a back up dancer to Kyary Pamyu Pamyu and she was joined by Rin, Kanon and Suzuka. Suzuka's extrovert personality and strong voice make her the obvious front person, but Mizyu is the oldest and in early press was sometimes described as the leader, but there's no official leader. They initially didn't have much success and were dropped by their record label, Victor, in 2020 which is when they were picked up by 88Rising. They gained an international following through TH-cam and TikTok and broke out in Japan with the "head bobbing" dance of "Otona Blue". Outside Japan they now go by just Atarashii Gakko. They do all their own choreography and share the singing - with Suzuka usually taking the lead, Rin rapping and Mizyu and Kanon singing more melodic parts. They collaborate with producers on the songs and write a lot of the lyrics. These central artistic contributions set them apart from most J-pop groups. The dancing is a big element of their shows and AG! perform with a freedom, fun and ease seldom seen in other idol type groups. Their music ranges from hip-hop, Showa era pop to jazz and rock. Their motto is "with individuality and freedom I'm going to stick out" and they sing about some challenging themes and have appeared at Pride events. Their international profile as risen since 2020 and they were a big hit at Coachella 2024 and are now on a World tour. "Night before the Exam" is about the frustrations of learning archaic Japanese 4 syllable idioms. Suzuka chants a long list of idioms to the repetitive 4 beats of the music. Then AG! mime writing them on the blackboard and end up destroying the class room. This was filmed in one take so great work by AG! and their film crew. Next I suggest you watch their breakout song and performance of Otona Blue on The First Take. th-cam.com/video/9MNPt-zlz-8/w-d-xo.html

AG! are kind of a genre unto themselves, and should you choose to venture forward, your life may be slightly altered - in the best way possible! Others sometimes comment with excellent background info to get you some of the more important basics, so I'll just give my quick synopsis and recommendations. Overall, the AG! (exclamation mark is part of the name) genres range far and wide, going back to their origin in 2015 when they were 14 years old (except Mizyu who was 17), with a lot of jazz/rock fusion in their first albums in 2017 and 2018. But things are quite different now, with lots of variety. These four women have amazing talent (both in live performances and recorded videos), distinct and addictive personalities, and are gushing with creativity. They also do all of their own choreography. I suggest you start with their breakout hit from 2023 (which actually came out in 2020), Otona Blue, but watch (maybe react to?) the version on the First Take channel with 67 million views first. Then Tokyo Calling official MV, then any of their dance practice videos (my personal favorites), and their most recent video from a couple days ago on their channel, a live performance of Change, the theme song they did for a new Japanese movie released yesterday. Then go back to their pre-2020 catalog for more surprises, especially Koi Geba. Oh, and you should check out their Seishun series of videos about Japanese culture (no music) for a lot fun and smiles. Most of their official videos are on their own channel, but some are released by 88Rising, their international label, and their oldest material is on Victor Entertainment. And if you do TT, there's a lot of craziness there, too. It's a pretty endless rabbit hole, so make sure you have a good shovel. Edit: Also highly recommend the Captain Disillusion video from 2022 where they did a really fun collab. That's how I discovered them, and why I spend more time than I should posting edited videos to the unofficial AG subreddit.

Great reaction. Atarashii gakko is a very versatile vocal and dance group that will surprise you. For maximum contrast, I recommend their latest video: “Fly High”. or one of my favorite songs: ”Hanako” Small criticism: Please watch the video to the end! It's not uncommon such a thing can ruin a reaction.

Glad you enjoyed Band Maid. They are fantastic.

Not only are they awesome, and all of their songs are awesome, but their music is very diverse. Plus they'll make you grin till your jaws hurt. Come back for more and you won't be sorry. Pick a song at random - there are tons of them. That's how good their songwriting is.

Thanks for reacting to the greatest hard rock band in the world!

👍🤗😁🤘🥰🕊👀

Be prepared to be unprepared. The Maids are INCREDIBLE (really, it's kinda bonkers). Welcome home, Rebeka! 🕊

Welcome, Rebeka. You are embarking on (along with many others - over 200 million views just on their official YT channel, plus over 40 million reactor plays!) an awesome, progressive, hard-rock journey with 5 incredible women. Here's my intro blurb for those who may be new to Band-Maid: BAND-MAID’s songs and sound beat with the heart and soul of all rockers. But you’ll also hear heavy influences of Prog, Punk, Metal and Pop, with nice touches of Blues, Jazz, Funk and Grunge. Sometimes they use multiple genres within the same song. Their Composition, Execution, Joy of Playing, Consistency (130+ songs), Uniqueness, Charisma, Charm and, oh yeah, Cuteness factor, position them as becoming the hard rock Beatles of our time! In other words, they’re destined for mega-stardom. Each member's personalities are super interesting and their musicianship among the best. Their writing, arrangements and overall sound, especially guitar tones and drums, are kick-ass! Having seen them LIVE, I can honestly say their performance, sound, stage appearance, and band synergy is off-the-rails spectacular! Band-Maid is the only band in decades where I love nearly EVERY song they’ve done. I have over 70 favorites! "Thrill" (2014) is a great place to start: th-cam.com/video/Uds7g3M-4lQ/w-d-xo.html Their songs from albums Unleash, Unseen World, Conqueror, World Domination, Just Bring It, Brand New Maid, and New Beginning drive even more - Hate?, Shambles, Influencer, Warning, No God, Different, Black Hole, Rinne, Blooming, Moratorium, Domination, Clang, Dice, Spirit, Don’t You Tell Me, Turn Me On, Fate, Play, Hide-And-Seek, Secret My Lips, Puzzle, Choose Me, I Can’t Live Without You, and on and on. But don’t miss out on their powerful, beautifully written, mid-tempo songs like Daydreaming, Bestie, About Us, Memorable, Anemone, Endless Story, PAGE, At The Drop Of A Hat, Mirage and Smile... or more punky like After Life, Don’t Let Me Down and Screaming… or funky like Bubble… or bluesy like Manners and The Dragon Cries… or poppy like Start Over… or a bit jazzy like Wonderland… or progressive like No God, Giovanni, and Black Hole… or cultural like the Band-Maiko series… or instrumentals like From Now On, Don’t Be Long, Onset, Without Holding Back and Going Nuts… or their many acoustic versions like Catharsis and Sayonakidori... and last but not least, their Anime hits (AniMaid) like Protect You, Sense, Different, Glory and Unleash!!!!! (from their own Anime MV (series?)): th-cam.com/video/7LB_EPS48HE/w-d-xo.html) And many songs are represented with over 50 well produced music videos. th-cam.com/users/BANDMAID Most performances should be experienced from their LIVE audience & online OKYUJI concerts:  2023 Yokohama 10th Year Anniversary Concert “Endless Story” th-cam.com/video/Za1y-RRVd70/w-d-xo.html  ONLINE OKYU-JI (Feb. 11, 2021) “No God” th-cam.com/video/nAdWnIRjGak/w-d-xo.html  Tokyo's LINE CUBE SHIBUYA (February 14, 2020) “Domination” th-cam.com/video/QbyQCJn6rYg/w-d-xo.html  ZEPP 2018 “Real Existence” th-cam.com/video/-qQnKILR5u0/w-d-xo.html  Shinkiba Studio Coast 2017 and other full concerts are on bandmaidprime.tokyo, bili, and official Band-Maid’s DVD/BD/CD. And some of the better quality fan videos are excellent. Here’s two of what it’s like to see Band-Maid LIVE at an intimate venue:  Shot by Pat McKee from their 2023 US tour concert in Detroit: th-cam.com/video/DgxU-MVjta0/w-d-xo.html  See the Maids 2023 Rockville Festival’s short-set perfection performance: th-cam.com/video/vjZkNeoGmhc/w-d-xo.html If you like Band-Maid, make sure to support them by purchasing some concert tickets, live streams, CD, DVD/BD & merch, etc. bandmaid.tokyo Like most Band-Maid songs, I like them from the get-go but really start to appreciate them after more hearings and seeing their LIVE videos. I'll go back and see an older song like YOLO, Order, Shake That, Freezer, Don’t Let Me Down, Before Yesterday, Real Existence, Non Fiction Days and Alone, etc. and realize there's no band that can consistently construct and play like Band-Maid. For fun, check out:  "Mega Band-Maid Mix" by DJ Ray of some of their earlier stuff: facebook.com/djrayboston/videos/1004709499579009  Band-Maid MIDI covers: www.youtube.com/@DeanF_MIDI  Reimagined compositions of Band-Maid songs: www.youtube.com/@fxdxmusic Band-Maid Members: Saiki Atsumi (Sy-i-Key or Psyche) “StarQueen" - Lead vocals, arrangements and melodies. At 30 and the youngest, “Sensei” (Teacher) as band members call her, has the last word on many musical decisions. High-heels or sneakers, Sai-chan’s smile melts away her sometimes perceived, coldish persona. Saiki’s powerhouse performances, charisma, and voice focus the experience that’s driven her to the top echelon of hard rock frontwomen... or frontmen! Miku Kobato (Me-Ku) "Small Pigeon" - Rhythm guitar, vocals, lyricist, 32 years old. “Koba”, as Saiki calls her, is the Band founder and a firecracker MC & PR SpokesPigeon, po! Her “Magic Spell Time” charm and energy ignite the room. Kuruppo! No, no, no… KURUPPO!! Kanami Tono (Ka-Na-Me) “Princess” - Lead guitar, keyboards, 32 years old, is a prolific writer of most Band-Maid material. Kanami (translates “Song Wave”) is a possessed riff-slayer who’s so damn adorable it hurts. The only thing you want from Mincho is more! Akane Hirose (A-Ka-Nay) "Gorilla" - Drums, 33 years old, band energizer & co-clown with MISA. Achi’s talents include massive consumption of noodles and bananas, of course, (even during performance!) while revolutionizing rock drumming with relentless drive, dynamics and the kick. This “DrumZilla” is the Party! MISA (Me-Sa) "Barefoot Assassin" - Bass, 31 years old. An alluring free spirit driving her 5-string to rapturous low-ends while pulling off surprising counter leads with Kanami, off-stage MISA is the band’s goofball ballerina. Sometimes seen as the Mysterious One because she lets her instrument do the talking, the Assassin literally kills it… every note... uniting Band-Maid’s world-class rhythm section. A slug of JB, a slight grin, and let the slappin’ begin… MISA! MISA! MISA! Maidiacs (Maid-e-acts) - Band-Maid’s crazed yet supportive, knowledgeable and loyal Super Fans. [BAND-MAID NEWS]  BAND-MAID PRIME - Special Video Distribution Website. Along with nearly 50 great play-through’s by each member, concerts and skits, Band-Maid management / label(s) have included the Acoustic Christmas 2021, ZEPP 2018 and Shinkiba Studio Coast 2017 concerts! Fans can now see more than 50 great live performances with awesome audio, etc. like Fate, I Can't Live Without You and the great MISA / Kanami exchange in Don't You Tell Me. Those concerts are two of the best produced & performed concerts ever recorded, IMO. bandmaidprime.tokyo  The Maids SOLD OUT 2023 US & Mexico tour wrapped up and was a fantastic success. And so many great live fancams to watch! Their playing and antics were as fresh and fun to experience from first show to last. BRAVO Band-Maid!!!!! In addition, their Japan tour finished up with 13 concerts, AND they’re writing and recording for their new album. Their 10th Anniversary Tour concluded at Japan’s 17,000 seat Yokohama Arena on Nov. 26, 2023 and in Hong Kong Dec. 21! And their latest 10TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR SPIN OFF concert at KT ZEPP YOKOHAMA on February 22, 2024, where they played songs not performed at the 10th anniversary tour final at Yokohama Arena, was SOLD OUT, as usual!  📢 JUST ANNOUNCED 📢 -- The Warning, a world-famous band from Mexico, and BAND-MAID recently completed an amazing 2-man, collab concert in Japan. Wait for the official release of their new song, “Show Them”! -- BAND-MAID released a new song, "Bestie," co-written with Mike Einziger of INCUBUS! The MV dropped May 1st. And another new song, “Protect Me,” written for an AniMaid, dropped 07/07/24. Plus… their new album is nearly ready! -- BAND-MAID HALL TOUR 2024 -- June 28, 2024 (Fri) Nagoya City Public Hall, Aichi, Japan; July 5, 2024 (Fri) Osaka, Fenice Sakai Main Hall; July 14, 2024 (Sun) Kanagawa Kenmin Hall, Kanagawa. -- FESTIVALS - July 21,OSAKA GIGANTIC MUSIC FESTIVAL 2024; Aug 16 RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL 2024 in EZO; Aug 17 SUMMER SONIC 2024; Sept 8, 2024 TREASURE 05X Festival in Laguna Beach, Gamagori The Maids are one of the hardest working supergroups in the business! Their music, their sound, each of the Maids, and the love that permeates their live events is an experience not to be missed. Hope you can catch them LIVE!

Band-Maid, 0 to 100 in a Nano second! Welcome to a long and rewarding trip down the Pigeon Hole!