Guitarist Yuki is still criminally underated guitarist here in Western world. Her own band D_Drive just celebrate their 15th anniversary. Basist Waka left the band and is touring in Marty Friedman’s band. They are starting their Northern American tour in two weeks.
Hey Dave, you had the same reaction to this song and group as I did.. It's a Masterpiece of a song.. The band was formed by Ayasa, Yuki and Wakazaemon in August 2023. Yes, another Super group. Ayasa the violinist is not ony exceptionally talented but sheer Class.. Minato is the awesome lead vocalist, Yuki is the crazy skilled guitarist, the founder of the group D-Drive, Mizuki is yet another very talented drummer ex Lonesome blue, Wakazaemon is the phenominal left handed bassist. She sadly left the group in December 2024, but was replaced the same month by Mina the YT internet sensation, so great replacement for East of Eden.. More good news is that Wakazaemon who was a stand in session Bassist for the newly formed band Koiai who you love, appears to have signed on with them as a permanent fixture.. So win win all round for us.. Check out some more they are Awesome and are going places.. Please also check out another Japanese all female band called Aldious and their song Reincarnation live.. Acoustic, violin and full on twin lead metal all wrapped up in a haunting silky smooth voice.. Best wishes as always from France.
This is a relatively new supergroup, founded in 2023, and an emphatic statement on the depth of talent in the Japanese metal scene. Most of the members have roles with other bands, so it’s not clear this is more than a project, but we’ll see. What we’ve seen so far is spectacular. The hook? This is a metal band built around a violinist. (The closest thing I know of is Unlucky Morpheus, where Jill often takes a lead role). Ayasa plays a custom five-string electric violin, which I’d say is pretty metal. She is also the founder of the band. Original personnel: Violin: Ayasa Shimamura (1991) (currently with Morfonica) Guitar: Yuki (1987) (founder and co-lead in D-Drive) Bass: Wakazaemon (1997) (bassist with Marty Friedman and other projects) Drums: Mizuki (Lonesome Blue) Vocals: Akane Minato (1990) (x Predia, several other groups) Wakazaemon recently left because of other obligations including an upcoming tour with Friedman and a busy schedule with Koiai. She has been replaced by Mina, another phenomenal bassist best known for her series of videos on youtube. Akane has a powerful, forward vocal timbre which is somewhat reminiscent of Fuki (Unlucky Morpheus)-interesting parallel since UM are the big-name band that features a violin. They have posted several songs in different styles so far, all showing off great songwriting, jedi-level mastery of their instruments, and Akane’s powerful vocals. They have also issued their first EP. Definitely a band to watch! Links: Cross Roads th-cam.com/video/s8kVoyntUso/w-d-xo.html Judgement Syndrome th-cam.com/video/zKloLIWB7Y8/w-d-xo.html Hanabi th-cam.com/video/uSfPgIv4k8A/w-d-xo.html Chasing the Moon th-cam.com/video/utAlJDL2GMc/w-d-xo.html You should also check out the various members in their other projects, especially D-Drive, which is an amazing instrumental outfit that takes guitar harmonies to a rarified level.
They are so good 😀👍. Great reaction. It's fun to see you speechless 😊. If you dare, check out Unlucky Morpheus. One of the members is a violinist. Jill. She's a Monster on the violin. The best.
@kent-oveprestberg3578 to be honest I'm not a fan of violin, maybe because of my kids 4 and 5th grade school recitals lol, I didn't know what to expect and came out very pleased. True violin 🎻 players are amazing 🤘
Essentially a supergroup of musicians. Each member is elite level. Ayasa is a shredder on violin, love it. It's a shame the bassist, Wakazaemon, left (She tours with Marty Friedman and does bass work with Koiai - amother awesome band), but her replacement, Mina, is a star in her own right. The all-female Japanese rock/metal bands are making a majority of bands elsewhere sound like amateurs.
The bass player, Wakazaemon, left after the first year anniversary concert, and was replaced by former Girlfriend bassist and social media darling, Mina. Their new song/video, Shooting Star, is the first song with Mina on bass, and also their first video with a story to it. Their first full album comes out on March 12th. It's called The First Eden - Seeds of Hope.
The best part of this reaction: you tried to switch on the subtitles, and for some reason the subs read "Jesus" -- and it looked like that was exactly what you were thinking, watching this video! Bassist Wakazaemon is touring with Marty Friedman and she also plays with KOIAI, at least sometimes. New bassist Mina was with a band called Girlfriend. She's just as good as Wakazaemon, but less flamboyant and extravagant to watch. I expect you to bring out your air violin next time around!
aren't they superb ? another japanese band populated by amazingly talented and beautiful ladies. there is a factory in japan just turning them out endlessly. i am especially infatuated by bassist wakezaemon. unfortunately she left the band recently but is with the newer band KOIAI and plays the live shows with them. another sweet group. she is also touring with the MARTY FRIEDMAN BAND and has had her own youtube channel for a few years. busy busy girl
@@davem1255wakazaemon is so cool and cute. not to mention one of THE best bassists i've heard - this coming for a 71 year old bass player since age 13. and her little hops and leg lifts are mesmerizing. i would have to be old. otherwise i might be on my way to japan ! she just wows me. and the vocalist akane minato is just gorgeous with an unusual killer voice. - she actually was with a group called MOCHI TO CHEESE with the bassist misa and guitarist kanami from BAND MAID.
Nice reaction, i loved the fact you ended at a loss for words, good compliment to the song and band. 🙃Hopefully you check more of them, "Crossroads" or the new single "Shooting star" would be good follow up videos.
Not the worst way to make a name for yourself with a new band, is it? 🤭 Yeah, the lovely Ayasa with her violin obviously has a good sense of how her already amazing classical tones can be combined quite well with rock music. For all of us, it was the right decision for her to found EoE and lead its path. And even though EoE's catalog isn't that huge yet, it's already clear that this group of amazing musicians is very versatile thanks to all the talent they combine, and they don't do things by halves. It has already been mentioned that the pink-haired bouncy bass player Wakazaemon/Waka is no longer part of the band, but we will certainly see her elsewhere soon. She is certainly not only visually outstanding, but also a fantastic team player who can also turn into a beast in a fraction of a second when given the chance. :) But even her successor MINA seems to fit seamlessly and seemingly effortlessly into this complex construct that is EoE as they've already proven with their latest song 'Shooting Star'. _____________________ ⟬ _"America invented rock. England improved it. And now, Japan has perfected it."_ ⟭ Band-Maid | Gacharic Spin | Lovebites | Nemophila | East of Eden | Hanabie | Asterism | KOIAI | Trident | NEK! | BRIDEAR | Hades | etc.
Mr. Dave M. Since you are a musician, with AYASA on violin, You are a musician, so you were quick to note AYASA, a violinist, and WAKAZAEMON, a left-handed bassist. WAKAZAEMON (WAKA) is a young bassist of formidable skill and talent. WAKA is the bassist for the Marty Friedman Band. The previous bassist of the Marty Friedman Band was KIYOSHI, another Japanese female bassist of great skill. KIYOSHI is a must-know Japanese female bassist. Marty Friedman (with CrAzian Bass Chick and Emo Animal) - LIVE @ NAMM 2017 th-cam.com/video/f4u1jG_b2kY/w-d-xo.html AYASA on violin is a rock violinist, but with a bachelor's degree, winning prizes and awards in contests around the world. However, the genius out of the order of magnitude in the Japanese rock scene is JILL of the super-technical band Unlucky Morpheus. Cover] Yngwie Malmsteen - Far Beyond The Sun (Violin Cover) th-cam.com/video/E2hZDzJp9Pc/w-d-xo.html This video is a 1000% must-listen.
I am a very small time musician, I wish I was as talented as these women. I myself learned guitar and bass on my own. These women are so talented and amazing and I am sure it is from all their hard work!
@@davem1255 You are right. The virtue of Japanese culture is [effort]. Those who became famous in the world at a young age, have made unceasing efforts since childhood.
Great performance!!! especially Ayasa on Violin and Wakazaemon on Bass....AWESOME!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Guitarist Yuki is still criminally underated guitarist here in Western world. Her own band D_Drive just celebrate their 15th anniversary. Basist Waka left the band and is touring in Marty Friedman’s band. They are starting their Northern American tour in two weeks.
@@bocatampere I saw Feb 1st Marty Friedman is playing about 2 hours away from me. I am trying to get tickets. 🤘
@ 👍👍 It’s definitely worth to see. They are all amazing musicians and Waka is special one when speaking about bassplayin’. Hope you get the ticket 👍
Hey Dave, you had the same reaction to this song and group as I did.. It's a Masterpiece of a song..
The band was formed by Ayasa, Yuki and Wakazaemon in August 2023. Yes, another Super group.
Ayasa the violinist is not ony exceptionally talented but sheer Class..
Minato is the awesome lead vocalist,
Yuki is the crazy skilled guitarist, the founder of the group D-Drive,
Mizuki is yet another very talented drummer ex Lonesome blue,
Wakazaemon is the phenominal left handed bassist. She sadly left the group in December 2024, but was replaced the same month by Mina the YT internet sensation, so great replacement for East of Eden..
More good news is that Wakazaemon who was a stand in session Bassist for the newly formed band Koiai who you love, appears to have signed on with them as a permanent fixture.. So win win all round for us..
Check out some more they are Awesome and are going places..
Please also check out another Japanese all female band called Aldious and their song Reincarnation live.. Acoustic, violin and full on twin lead metal all wrapped up in a haunting silky smooth voice..
Best wishes as always from France.
@@grantnealon5101 awesome. I was pleasantly surprised by this band 🤘🎻
@@davem1255As are most, thanks for sharing their music 🎵🎶
@grantnealon5101 thank you for following and commenting 🤘🎸🎤🎻🎹
@@davem1255Thanks to you for all of your reactions, it is good to see a reactor who is genuinely in it for the music 🎵
If you noticed, Ayasa plays a 5-string electro-accoustic violin. That's cool! 🤘🔥
@@xak2ak I didn't notice that. Wow very cool 🤘. Seeing these songs for the first time I miss the cool stuff 😁
This is a relatively new supergroup, founded in 2023, and an emphatic statement on the depth of talent in the Japanese metal scene. Most of the members have roles with other bands, so it’s not clear this is more than a project, but we’ll see. What we’ve seen so far is spectacular.
The hook? This is a metal band built around a violinist. (The closest thing I know of is Unlucky Morpheus, where Jill often takes a lead role). Ayasa plays a custom five-string electric violin, which I’d say is pretty metal. She is also the founder of the band.
Original personnel:
Violin: Ayasa Shimamura (1991) (currently with Morfonica)
Guitar: Yuki (1987) (founder and co-lead in D-Drive)
Bass: Wakazaemon (1997) (bassist with Marty Friedman and other projects)
Drums: Mizuki (Lonesome Blue)
Vocals: Akane Minato (1990) (x Predia, several other groups)
Wakazaemon recently left because of other obligations including an upcoming tour with Friedman and a busy schedule with Koiai. She has been replaced by Mina, another phenomenal bassist best known for her series of videos on youtube.
Akane has a powerful, forward vocal timbre which is somewhat reminiscent of Fuki (Unlucky Morpheus)-interesting parallel since UM are the big-name band that features a violin.
They have posted several songs in different styles so far, all showing off great songwriting, jedi-level mastery of their instruments, and Akane’s powerful vocals. They have also issued their first EP. Definitely a band to watch!
Links:
Cross Roads th-cam.com/video/s8kVoyntUso/w-d-xo.html
Judgement Syndrome th-cam.com/video/zKloLIWB7Y8/w-d-xo.html
Hanabi th-cam.com/video/uSfPgIv4k8A/w-d-xo.html
Chasing the Moon th-cam.com/video/utAlJDL2GMc/w-d-xo.html
You should also check out the various members in their other projects, especially D-Drive, which is an amazing instrumental outfit that takes guitar harmonies to a rarified level.
Thank you so much for this comment! I am so enjoying this journey into these groups. Thank you again!
They are so good 😀👍.
Great reaction.
It's fun to see you speechless 😊.
If you dare, check out Unlucky Morpheus. One of the members is a violinist. Jill. She's a Monster on the violin. The best.
@kent-oveprestberg3578 to be honest I'm not a fan of violin, maybe because of my kids 4 and 5th grade school recitals lol, I didn't know what to expect and came out very pleased. True violin 🎻 players are amazing 🤘
Essentially a supergroup of musicians. Each member is elite level. Ayasa is a shredder on violin, love it. It's a shame the bassist, Wakazaemon, left (She tours with Marty Friedman and does bass work with Koiai - amother awesome band), but her replacement, Mina, is a star in her own right. The all-female Japanese rock/metal bands are making a majority of bands elsewhere sound like amateurs.
@@kevinbowland4686 thank you for the information. Very exceptional musicians 🤘
The bass player, Wakazaemon, left after the first year anniversary concert, and was replaced by former Girlfriend bassist and social media darling, Mina. Their new song/video, Shooting Star, is the first song with Mina on bass, and also their first video with a story to it. Their first full album comes out on March 12th. It's called The First Eden - Seeds of Hope.
@@Darkangl28 thank you for this information 🎸
The best part of this reaction: you tried to switch on the subtitles, and for some reason the subs read "Jesus" -- and it looked like that was exactly what you were thinking, watching this video! Bassist Wakazaemon is touring with Marty Friedman and she also plays with KOIAI, at least sometimes. New bassist Mina was with a band called Girlfriend. She's just as good as Wakazaemon, but less flamboyant and extravagant to watch. I expect you to bring out your air violin next time around!
@@piddeandersson4628 so true darn tech lol. I see Marty Friedman is touring the USA
aren't they superb ? another japanese band populated by amazingly talented and beautiful ladies. there is a factory in japan just turning them out endlessly. i am especially infatuated by bassist wakezaemon. unfortunately she left the band recently but is with the newer band KOIAI and plays the live shows with them. another sweet group. she is also touring with the MARTY FRIEDMAN BAND and has had her own youtube channel for a few years. busy busy girl
They are superb indeed 🎸
@@davem1255wakazaemon is so cool and cute. not to mention one of THE best bassists i've heard - this coming for a 71 year old bass player since age 13. and her little hops and leg lifts are mesmerizing. i would have to be old. otherwise i might be on my way to japan ! she just wows me. and the vocalist akane minato is just gorgeous with an unusual killer voice. - she actually was with a group called MOCHI TO CHEESE with the bassist misa and guitarist kanami from BAND MAID.
@DocOfRock-p4j she is fabulous indeed 🎸
🎻♥️
@@Greish-esquire 🤘🎻❤️
Nice reaction, i loved the fact you ended at a loss for words, good compliment to the song and band. 🙃Hopefully you check more of them, "Crossroads" or the new single "Shooting star" would be good follow up videos.
@@hanzor_mx2217 I was at a loss for words. Was totally amazing
Not the worst way to make a name for yourself with a new band, is it? 🤭
Yeah, the lovely Ayasa with her violin obviously has a good sense of how her already amazing classical tones can be combined quite well with rock music. For all of us, it was the right decision for her to found EoE and lead its path. And even though EoE's catalog isn't that huge yet, it's already clear that this group of amazing musicians is very versatile thanks to all the talent they combine, and they don't do things by halves.
It has already been mentioned that the pink-haired bouncy bass player Wakazaemon/Waka is no longer part of the band, but we will certainly see her elsewhere soon. She is certainly not only visually outstanding, but also a fantastic team player who can also turn into a beast in a fraction of a second when given the chance. :) But even her successor MINA seems to fit seamlessly and seemingly effortlessly into this complex construct that is EoE as they've already proven with their latest song 'Shooting Star'.
_____________________
⟬ _"America invented rock. England improved it. And now, Japan has perfected it."_ ⟭
Band-Maid | Gacharic Spin | Lovebites | Nemophila | East of Eden | Hanabie | Asterism | KOIAI | Trident | NEK! | BRIDEAR | Hades | etc.
@@phaeron totally amazing 🤘🎻🎸🎤🥁. Japan sure has perfected it 🤘
Mr. Dave M.
Since you are a musician, with AYASA on violin,
You are a musician, so you were quick to note AYASA, a violinist, and WAKAZAEMON, a left-handed bassist.
WAKAZAEMON (WAKA) is a young bassist of formidable skill and talent.
WAKA is the bassist for the Marty Friedman Band.
The previous bassist of the Marty Friedman Band was KIYOSHI, another Japanese female bassist of great skill.
KIYOSHI is a must-know Japanese female bassist.
Marty Friedman (with CrAzian Bass Chick and Emo Animal) - LIVE @ NAMM 2017
th-cam.com/video/f4u1jG_b2kY/w-d-xo.html
AYASA on violin is a rock violinist, but with a bachelor's degree, winning prizes and awards in contests around the world.
However, the genius out of the order of magnitude in the Japanese rock scene is JILL of the super-technical band Unlucky Morpheus.
Cover] Yngwie Malmsteen - Far Beyond The Sun (Violin Cover)
th-cam.com/video/E2hZDzJp9Pc/w-d-xo.html
This video is a 1000% must-listen.
I am a very small time musician, I wish I was as talented as these women. I myself learned guitar and bass on my own. These women are so talented and amazing and I am sure it is from all their hard work!
@@davem1255 You are right.
The virtue of Japanese culture is [effort].
Those who became famous in the world at a young age,
have made unceasing efforts since childhood.