My initials thoughts are too many stops to begin with you didn't give the song a chance to get into it at first 195 BPM this song rocks more than Judgement Day
@@evilvolts I think the intro might have been slower than judgement day but it obviously changed tempo after that part 😅 Also, these are my initial reactions and usually I just blurt out whatever comes to my head, I do let certain sections play out as much as possible (like the guitar solos) but I think it’s important to be genuine with my emotions and thoughts as I’m listening But yeah, you’ll find, if you watch other reactions it usually depends on what’s going on in the song.
@@evilvolts that’s cool, thanks for sharing that bit of info, this is only my SECOND lovebites reaction, so I haven’t seen it in action yet. Hopefully soon :)
The Japanese bands in general are Top Flight live performers. They come up through the small venues with live audiences. If you can't fill the places up, you're out. Also music is taught in the Japanese system, with club and talent show. Plus there schools for singing, dance and acting through out the country. Miyako, guitar started her music education at 3.
I was probably initially hearing the song in half time / half step which is probably why I thought it was originally slow but hearing that the song is almost 200bpm is CRAZY! 🤯
LOVEBITES - Soldier Stands Solitarily lyrics & credits: If tomorrow never comes Was it ever even here? Nobody knows Trying to find key to the door It's me and no one else All in my hand Things aren't as easy as "right" and "wrong' You only need one thing to be proud of Solitary soldier Fighting till the end I'm not satisfied Solitary fire Even with the scars I'm not satisfied If I can take it all back Daydreaming won't change a thing, so worthless Life is always back and forth of hurting and getting hurt Can't change this I have been searching for something long Not enough time to care what others think Solitary soldier Fighting till the end I'm not satisfied Solitary fire Even with the scars I'm not satisfied SOLOS: miyako / midori / both Things aren't as easy as "right" and "wrong' You only need one thing to be proud of Solitary soldier Fighting till the end I'm not satisfied Solitary fire Even with the scars I'm not satisfied Solitary soldier Fighting till the end I'm not satisfied Solitary fire Even with the scars I'm not satisfied ----- lyrics: asami music: miyako arrangement: miyako & LOVEBITES album: Judgement Day 02/22/2023 ----
This band is perfection - here, there, everywhere and always. And watch Haruna: smiling and singing along with the tune while domineering her drum kit at the speed of light and never missing a beat. She's so brilliant and so adorable.
The star shaped cymbals are only used for show, not to make a sound. Haruna, the drummer, spins them every now and then, and so do the other band members from time to time. Haruna used them in a previous band and decided to carry them over when she joined Lovebites.
They are incredibly tight live, To play at this speed so flawlessly and yet make it appear effortless is phenomenal. Dive deeper, they just get more impressive.
My favorite song on JD when it came out, but this is even better live. Song cranking along at 195 BPM, it's speed metal bliss. Haruna's star shape cymbals are strictly for aesthetics and not functional, except when Haruna spins them, lol
I wish they had a functional use but it's also hilarious that it's just for show, come to think of it, maybe it's perfect that they're just used in that way 😆
The song that killed the Energizer Bunny who was trying to keep up!!!! Haruna/drums actually got some very rare shine time. The star cymbals are for decorations, she spins them often at the start of some songs!! The insane talent by every member of this band is on full display. This was the closer after a full set.
Great reaction ! This song is 195 bpm of pure awesomeness ! Yes, SSS is the closing track of the main set of this show, to be followed by an encore with 3 songs.
@@SquishyJoshy And that was after 14 full songs (excluding a piano solo and a drum solo) in the main set. So 17 full tracks altogether. They frequently play about 2-hour LIVE shows.
The star shaped symbol is Haruna's even pre-LOVEBITES item. She can spin it (there are three of them!)... Prominently used in the OMV to their second ever OMV "Shadowmaker", OMV "Unchained", her live drum solo, and many other places. Sometimes other members are spinning it, e.g. Miho or Asami (don't remember the songs and didn't want to look it up)...
@@SquishyJoshy LOVEBITES are too skilled, creative and restless to write bad songs. 5 world class musicians, with 2 musical prodogies among them (Fami/bass, Miyako/guitar). No space for boredom.
195BPM is honestly insane, really love their musicianship despite having to think about playing so fast and still have energy to play a song like that at the end of a set
the one thing you have to consider is that most us bands may be ok in the recording process even if they aren't there is enough in studio performers who can be used to redo a track before release if it sucks, so when it comes to doing live the band members may not be able to play it properly due to the recording fixs. where as japan basically produces musicians from an early age so by the time they hit national band level they can and have to be able to produce both on the stage and in the studio or they just don't survive in the industry. basically japanese musicians have to be at a veteran or elite level in order to make it past the first record those that have been around for a while and well known have moved bands as required with the exceptions of a couple of bands that have managed to keep their orginal members. The bassist for lovebites is probably an exception as pre lovebites she basically had a youtube following of her own material that was bigger than lovebites following before she joined
That’s super interesting insight, thank you for sharing! It’s fascinating to hear about the different standards and processes between US (for example) and Japanese bands. I’ve definitely noticed that Japanese musicians often have an incredible level of technical skill and professionalism, which probably comes from that intense training and expectation you mentioned. The point about live performances really hits home too-being able to consistently deliver both in the studio and on stage is no small feat. It’s impressive how so many Japanese bands maintain such high standards, which definitely sets them apart and earns them respect worldwide.
LOL - I totally Lost It when you said the song "started out on the slower side, but it might pick up". Miyako wrote this, and the amount of pure Notes she played with all of the parts during both the verse and chorus (and the solos) is just Epic. BTW, I got a kick out of your shirt and it gave me some Old memories. For about 15-20 years I used to do a set of 100 (nonstop) pushups every morning and evening 7 days a week. So that would be 44,200 in 23 days (DAMN, I never thought about the count back then). Don't do the pushups so much anymore, but I still lift 3x a week - pretty heavy. At least I don't think there are a lot of 75yo guys who can still bench 240 . . lbs NOT kilos . . :0)
Hahahaha! Yeah, I was totally taken by surprise when it went to the next section of the song... Great song honestly and the Solos definitely are epic. Haha! That is impressive re: the pushups. I was told a few years back that I should make it an effort to get as physically fit as I can before my early 30s... I have been failing at that but hopefully I can push myself soon. Just been way too busy with life and work.
A lot of Lovebites songs have interesting chords and modulations because of the influence of classical music on their songs. We Are The Resurrection, Winds of Transylvania, Judgement Day, Nameless Warrior, Swan Song and When Destinies Align, to name a few.
I think that was what I was trying to say haha. Definitely a classical music influence. Thank you for sharing that. I'll have to look into those ones you've suggested! :D
I totally disagree with everyone who claims this crap, I personally love the studio version in my car more than the live version. to claim this garbage I believe it takes away from the sales of studio albums if they are true fans in full support of the band (the mentality is "why should I buy anything if I can create a playlist on youtube") I too love to watch the live mv but I've seen them on an actual live show and they are truly so much better up close and personal. My favorite from Lovebites is everything they have put out
Thanks for sharing your perspective! I think both the studio versions and live performances have their own unique charm. Studio versions are polished and perfect for enjoying in settings like your car, as you mentioned, while live versions often bring a different kind of energy and spontaneity that can't be replicated. I don’t think live performances take anything away from the studio versions. For a lot of fans, they actually complement each other-many people still collect physical albums and support the band that way, while also enjoying the thrill of live shows or videos. Both experiences can coexist, and they just highlight the versatility and talent of bands like LOVEBITES! 😊 I get what you mean about the whole playlist mentality though... that's a bit of a different issue to tackle and that applies to every artist not just Lovebites.
@@SquishyJoshy yeah I absolutely agree that it applies to many bands, trust me I know this off hand and have seen it with many friends who rather spend money on getting drunk haha
Good reaction, thanks. Pure awsomness at 195 BPM. They got 3 songs faster than this one. "The hamer of wrath" and "MDO" at 198 BPM and "Where's identity" with 200.
Another example is "Winds Of Transylvania". They have 193 bpm for the EP, but 96 bpm for the remastered version (ITB 2021) and 97 bpm for the live version (HMND 2021). LOVEBITES is just hard to measure...
With Lovebites, live is not 100x better. There are several songs I feel studio does the song more justice. But Lovebites is an amazing band with their live recorded content, some of the best I've ever heard.
Song is great example of BAROQUE (1600-1750) music sound (composition) in Modern Times with modern instruments. Yes, GODDESSES start like that.🥰😍😘 Perfect drummer HARUNA. Twin SISTERS MIYAKO and MIDORI. ASAMI "ONE and ONLY VOICE". BEAUTIFUL YOUNG PERFECT bassist FAMI.
![Drum Teacher Reacts: LOVEBITES / Soldier Stands Solitarily [from "Memorial For The Warrior Souls"]](/img/n.gif)
WHAT A SONG! 😲😲😲😲
My initials thoughts are too many stops to begin with you didn't give the song a chance to get into it at first 195 BPM this song rocks more than Judgement Day
If you watch closely there are many videos where Haruna spins the stars it's not used as a cynbal
@@evilvolts I think the intro might have been slower than judgement day but it obviously changed tempo after that part 😅
Also, these are my initial reactions and usually I just blurt out whatever comes to my head, I do let certain sections play out as much as possible (like the guitar solos) but I think it’s important to be genuine with my emotions and thoughts as I’m listening
But yeah, you’ll find, if you watch other reactions it usually depends on what’s going on in the song.
@@evilvolts that’s cool, thanks for sharing that bit of info, this is only my SECOND lovebites reaction, so I haven’t seen it in action yet. Hopefully soon :)
People who know LOVEBITES and those who don't have a different understanding of the depth of music in life.
The Japanese bands in general are Top Flight live performers. They come up through the small venues with live audiences. If you can't fill the places up, you're out. Also music is taught in the Japanese system, with club and talent show. Plus there schools for singing, dance and acting through out the country. Miyako, guitar started her music education at 3.
This is the last song of a 2 hr set 195 bpm
I was probably initially hearing the song in half time / half step which is probably why I thought it was originally slow but hearing that the song is almost 200bpm is CRAZY! 🤯
LOVEBITES - Soldier Stands Solitarily lyrics & credits:
If tomorrow never comes
Was it ever even here? Nobody knows
Trying to find key to the door
It's me and no one else
All in my hand
Things aren't as easy as "right" and "wrong'
You only need one thing to be proud of
Solitary soldier
Fighting till the end
I'm not satisfied
Solitary fire
Even with the scars
I'm not satisfied
If I can take it all back
Daydreaming won't change a thing, so worthless
Life is always back and forth of hurting and getting hurt
Can't change this
I have been searching for something long
Not enough time to care what others think
Solitary soldier
Fighting till the end
I'm not satisfied
Solitary fire
Even with the scars
I'm not satisfied
SOLOS: miyako / midori / both
Things aren't as easy as "right" and "wrong'
You only need one thing to be proud of
Solitary soldier
Fighting till the end
I'm not satisfied
Solitary fire
Even with the scars
I'm not satisfied
Solitary soldier
Fighting till the end
I'm not satisfied
Solitary fire
Even with the scars
I'm not satisfied
-----
lyrics: asami
music: miyako
arrangement: miyako & LOVEBITES
album: Judgement Day 02/22/2023
----
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@@SquishyJoshy 🐺
This band is perfection - here, there, everywhere and always. And watch Haruna: smiling and singing along with the tune while domineering her drum kit at the speed of light and never missing a beat. She's so brilliant and so adorable.
@@theohof2204 she’s fantastic! 🤩🤘
The star shaped cymbal is just for show. It is only used by Haruna to spin it, often in the beginning of a song.
Just a little thing to add to that. Sometimes the other band members will give it a twirl as they pass by which I find adorable.
@@worldsedge4991 I find Haruna adorable in general
@@rolandkarlsson7072 that’s hilarious, I love that haha !
@@SquishyJoshy Look Closely next Reaction. Haruna has several Star Cymbals, and they all spin (and get spun by other band members).
The star shaped cymbals are only used for show, not to make a sound. Haruna, the drummer, spins them every now and then, and so do the other band members from time to time. Haruna used them in a previous band and decided to carry them over when she joined Lovebites.
Love that :D it feels like it must be her signature thing then hahaha
They are incredibly tight live, To play at this speed so flawlessly and yet make it appear effortless is phenomenal. Dive deeper, they just get more impressive.
absolutely. I do have another Lovebites reaction coming, so stay tuned! :D
My favorite song on JD when it came out, but this is even better live. Song cranking along at 195 BPM, it's speed metal bliss.
Haruna's star shape cymbals are strictly for aesthetics and not functional, except when Haruna spins them, lol
I wish they had a functional use but it's also hilarious that it's just for show, come to think of it, maybe it's perfect that they're just used in that way 😆
They look so beautiful as they shred your face off, love this performance, every member pushed to their top musical talents, awesome stuff! 🔥🤘🐺🤘
They're indeed great! Thanks for commenting :D
The song that killed the Energizer Bunny who was trying to keep up!!!! Haruna/drums actually got some very rare shine time. The star cymbals are for decorations, she spins them often at the start of some songs!! The insane talent by every member of this band is on full display. This was the closer after a full set.
@@susanfitzsimons2384 I hope someone’s done an edit where when she spins them, the drums take off like a helicopter 🤣🤣
This was the initial closer but followed by the encore. So they still had enough energy for a couple more songs. 🤘🤘
Best metal song in many many years. Lovebites rules!
Absolutely! Thanks for commenting :D
Great reaction ! This song is 195 bpm of pure awesomeness ! Yes, SSS is the closing track of the main set of this show, to be followed by an encore with 3 songs.
Thank you! Wow, 3 songs as an encore too! That's crazy! :O
@@SquishyJoshy And that was after 14 full songs (excluding a piano solo and a drum solo) in the main set. So 17 full tracks altogether. They frequently play about 2-hour LIVE shows.
The star shaped symbol is Haruna's even pre-LOVEBITES item. She can spin it (there are three of them!)...
Prominently used in the OMV to their second ever OMV "Shadowmaker", OMV "Unchained", her live drum solo, and many other places.
Sometimes other members are spinning it, e.g. Miho or Asami (don't remember the songs and didn't want to look it up)...
Miho gives one a spin in Under the Red Sky, that’s the only one I can remember off the top of my head.
@@one42chrisp I think, you're right, I would have guessed UTRS as well...
I'll have to look into that, thank you all for the information!
Weeeeeeelcome to the rabbit hole of lovebites!, where you will try to find a bad song!, enjoy the ride!
I've only listened to two so far, and I haven't heard anything I don't like... I don't think I will go out of my way to find a bad one 😆😆😆😆
@@SquishyJoshy LOVEBITES are too skilled, creative and restless to write bad songs. 5 world class musicians, with 2 musical prodogies among them (Fami/bass, Miyako/guitar). No space for boredom.
195 bpm pure joy 🐺
195BPM is honestly insane, really love their musicianship despite having to think about playing so fast and still have energy to play a song like that at the end of a set
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the one thing you have to consider is that most us bands may be ok in the recording process even if they aren't there is enough in studio performers who can be used to redo a track before release if it sucks, so when it comes to doing live the band members may not be able to play it properly due to the recording fixs. where as japan basically produces musicians from an early age so by the time they hit national band level they can and have to be able to produce both on the stage and in the studio or they just don't survive in the industry. basically japanese musicians have to be at a veteran or elite level in order to make it past the first record those that have been around for a while and well known have moved bands as required with the exceptions of a couple of bands that have managed to keep their orginal members. The bassist for lovebites is probably an exception as pre lovebites she basically had a youtube following of her own material that was bigger than lovebites following before she joined
That’s super interesting insight, thank you for sharing! It’s fascinating to hear about the different standards and processes between US (for example) and Japanese bands. I’ve definitely noticed that Japanese musicians often have an incredible level of technical skill and professionalism, which probably comes from that intense training and expectation you mentioned.
The point about live performances really hits home too-being able to consistently deliver both in the studio and on stage is no small feat. It’s impressive how so many Japanese bands maintain such high standards, which definitely sets them apart and earns them respect worldwide.
LOL - I totally Lost It when you said the song "started out on the slower side, but it might pick up". Miyako wrote this, and the amount of pure Notes she played with all of the parts during both the verse and chorus (and the solos) is just Epic. BTW, I got a kick out of your shirt and it gave me some Old memories. For about 15-20 years I used to do a set of 100 (nonstop) pushups every morning and evening 7 days a week. So that would be 44,200 in 23 days (DAMN, I never thought about the count back then). Don't do the pushups so much anymore, but I still lift 3x a week - pretty heavy. At least I don't think there are a lot of 75yo guys who can still bench 240 . . lbs NOT kilos . . :0)
Hahahaha! Yeah, I was totally taken by surprise when it went to the next section of the song... Great song honestly and the Solos definitely are epic. Haha! That is impressive re: the pushups. I was told a few years back that I should make it an effort to get as physically fit as I can before my early 30s... I have been failing at that but hopefully I can push myself soon. Just been way too busy with life and work.
Very good friend, continue supporting Lovebites and share this incredible band with your friends. Greetings!
A lot of Lovebites songs have interesting chords and modulations because of the influence of classical music on their songs. We Are The Resurrection, Winds of Transylvania, Judgement Day, Nameless Warrior, Swan Song and When Destinies Align, to name a few.
I think that was what I was trying to say haha. Definitely a classical music influence. Thank you for sharing that. I'll have to look into those ones you've suggested! :D
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I totally disagree with everyone who claims this crap, I personally love the studio version in my car more than the live version. to claim this garbage I believe it takes away from the sales of studio albums if they are true fans in full support of the band (the mentality is "why should I buy anything if I can create a playlist on youtube") I too love to watch the live mv but I've seen them on an actual live show and they are truly so much better up close and personal. My favorite from Lovebites is everything they have put out
Thanks for sharing your perspective! I think both the studio versions and live performances have their own unique charm. Studio versions are polished and perfect for enjoying in settings like your car, as you mentioned, while live versions often bring a different kind of energy and spontaneity that can't be replicated.
I don’t think live performances take anything away from the studio versions. For a lot of fans, they actually complement each other-many people still collect physical albums and support the band that way, while also enjoying the thrill of live shows or videos. Both experiences can coexist, and they just highlight the versatility and talent of bands like LOVEBITES! 😊
I get what you mean about the whole playlist mentality though... that's a bit of a different issue to tackle and that applies to every artist not just Lovebites.
@@SquishyJoshy yeah I absolutely agree that it applies to many bands, trust me I know this off hand and have seen it with many friends who rather spend money on getting drunk haha
Good reaction, thanks. Pure awsomness at 195 BPM. They got 3 songs faster than this one. "The hamer of wrath" and "MDO" at 198 BPM and "Where's identity" with 200.
Arguably, "Soul Defender" has 209 bpm. But on some BPM server it's denoted as 105 bpm, which is half step.
Another example is "Winds Of Transylvania". They have 193 bpm for the EP, but 96 bpm for the remastered version (ITB 2021) and 97 bpm for the live version (HMND 2021). LOVEBITES is just hard to measure...
@@rainerzufall42 I found WoT have 193 but I didn't knew about "Soul Defender".
I feel like I need to prioritise looking into that "Where's Identity" one if you're saying it hits 200BPM 👀
With Lovebites, live is not 100x better. There are several songs I feel studio does the song more justice. But Lovebites is an amazing band with their live recorded content, some of the best I've ever heard.
Song is great example of BAROQUE (1600-1750) music sound (composition) in Modern Times with modern instruments. Yes, GODDESSES start like that.🥰😍😘 Perfect drummer HARUNA. Twin SISTERS MIYAKO and MIDORI. ASAMI "ONE and ONLY VOICE". BEAUTIFUL YOUNG PERFECT bassist FAMI.
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No, that's not "milked tea" - they have water and electrolyte/energy drinks on stage. How do we know? They told us in an interview or Q&A session.
No fault liking Judgment Day. It's my all-time favorite song by any band.