You are so correct when you forget about listening only to the drummer! This band is not about the individual performances, but how they play together. They all play "the band" more than they play their individual instruments. They are truly a band.

Great review. Your insight is awesome

The happiest drummer in the world, AKANE!

This is one of their simpler arrangements. Kanami is a talented composer, and each of the members have their time in the spot light. Here are a few suggestions, Blooming, Different, Rinne, Domination, Warning, After Life, Real Existence, Onset

I have watched a lot of your drumming reactions but didn't think Band-Maid would be in your wheelhouse. Thank you and welcome aboard.

The flawless transition from Akane's solo to Kanami's solo is as good as any band I have ever heard. You can feel them cheering each other on.

Misa is not playing an SG bass. She is playing a Black Cloud Private Reserve MISA. You can see the PR on the headstock and Misa on the back.

Welcome to the International Fellowship of Maidiacs.

Madiacs will give you a ton of info, i recommend reading through all the comments :)

YES! Wave doing BAND-MAID. My favorite band. Thanks, buddy.

Thank you for reacting to this video!

Thanks WP! Welcome to Band-Maid!

Subbed... I always LOVE when people know what they talking about and i can learn more and more about Band-Maid. You are in for a ride, trust me! These ladies are rocking hard and every member is an master at her instrument. Writing their own songs, doing a lot of extras on liveshows (new intros, outros, solos), loving their fans, working hard and having fun while being so damn creative with their music. Greetings from Germany, there is a lot to discover for you!

Nice reaction Bass - Black Cloud Rhytm g - Zeimatis Lead g - PRS, Addictone before that Next - something newer No God (live), its from online show without crowd

The gearhead stuff: Kanami (lead guitar/main composer): PRS Custom 24 into Mesa Boogie rectifier; Misa (bass): Black Cloud Custom into Orange amp; Miku (rythm guitar/backing vocals/lyrics): Zemaitis A24MF into EVH amp. Kanami has several PRS, Misa several Black Cloud and Miku even has her own Zemaitis signature model now.

At last, you left for the BAND-MAID Journey. I'm sure it'll be a long and fun trip. Bon Voyage👍

Early in this video, wave says "such a cool band!" If he only knew then what he knows now... that was the moment his life changed. His subscribers have increased 20-fold in 5 months since this video. I am glad I found him that day. He's the first patreon I every signed on to. I consider him a virtual friend.

Welcome to the fandom! ♥ Band Maid

Miku is sponsored by Zemaitis. She plays their guitars exclusively now. MISA is playing her Signature Black Cloud SG Precision Bass Kanami's is a PRS Custom 24. Do 'Domination' LIVE from the same show next.

Viewpoints of a man who's been there. I can't say just how much I appreciate such knowledge. Thank you.

The guitar you looking at is Zemaitis.

Man I am glad you found them...been 15 months for me. You are gonna love them. Nice inside info from you. Ian Paice is my fav and Akane is my fav modern newbie.

Another musician doing Band-Maid lets gooooooooooo! Awesome breakdown and I can't wait to see more. Enjoyed your editing style as well.

The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single BAND-MAID song. You better pack a lunch 'cause you ain't seen nothing yet. This is going to be an epic ride. Bon Voyage! Oh, also, I enjoyed the reaction/analysis. ADHD and all.

The Orange amps are MISA’s (Bass).

Welcome to Band Maid…………………. Akane! I can tell I will see you here again you will enjoy your Band Maid journey Try domination live

Misa! Misa! Misa! Yeah, not an SG bass...lol...Misa plays the 'Black Cloud PR' (private reserve) Miku's guitar, of course, is her custom Zemaitis A24MF (metal face). Did you see the EVH head? And she has her own Zemaitis model named for her..."The Flappy Pigeon" model!! (Miku is an 810+ year old pigeon you see...). Kanami plays the Paul Reed Smith (PRS)...you can tell by the head stock and the signature patters on the face of the body. And Akane, the reason you came here..lol... She currently is playing and endorsed by 'Tama' but I beleive she was on Yamaha in this video (I could be wrong). I've seen her using several different cymbal sets over the years but mostly she uses Zildjan Cymbals (you can see the big 'K' on them) Band Maid is holding the line in Solid Guitar Rock and has picked up the Mantel of Rock'n'Roll where the West has left it behind. More Band Maid Always and.... Put your Kitsune UP!! Po!

Congratulations on discovering Band Maid! These ladies are 5 puzzle pieces that fit perfectly together to create beautiful musical landscapes. Best band to come around in decades! Enjoy this addictive thrill ride. 🎶🎸🥁🎸🎶🔥🙂

They have absolutely perfected putting small solos seamlessly into their songs. I just LOVE how they always give room for every band member in each arrangement.

For starters do the LIVE songs on their channel Domination Onset Real Existence Or just do their latest.. No God and get face melted

ONSET live. Instrumental only and will showcase all the players. It's for a vocal break for Saiki. It was the first one I remember seeing that I saw the ultimate potential of Band Maid. NO GOD live off their podcast from this year will also blow your socks off.

Great reaction and in my opinion the best hard rock band in the last 30 years. All the ladies are very talented. I'll let the fans fill in the herstory (intentional) of the band.

Have enjoyed your reactions to Senri, Junna, Yoyoka, & your covers, but now I can finally subscribe thanks to BAND-MAID!!

Bandmaid solos are always just enough and always fit the song.

Any one of their 100+ catalogue is worth watching/listening to. The best Rock band to come along in decades, maybe ever! I've been a fan since 2014 and haven't heard a stinker from them yet.

Best rock and roll band in the world today! Keep listening! They're incredible!😊😎🤘🤘

Jimmy paige saw Akane once, he liked her drumming that much he wanted to meet her backstage. She thought they were joking with her but they had picture together, he said that she was one of the best drummers he had seen.

"Domination" live, or the song "Play" live. or "Real Existence" live...

Their latest live video for the song "No God" is pretty awesome, with a lot of fun instrumentation to breakdown and analyze.

That was a really good analysis. Thoroughly enjoyed that. Dice, Play and Blooming are other ones to add to the list. Nice drum work in all of them

One year ago today! Were we ever so young? 😁 It's been great following your journey, Wave! You are a real pleasure to watch, keep up the good work! 🥰

Kaname, lead guitarist, is playing a PRS. Miku Kobato, rhythm guitarist, is playing a Zemeitas guitar. Other tracks that would likely interest you a lot as an instrumentalist: Play (Live Version) and Onset (Instrumental / Live Version).

Dangggggg ….!!!another amazing band to look into…speechless for real!!

Quoting Rabbi Rabbs from chat during premiere: ​"Glad you like it, Wave, great reaction! Try official live versions of "Domination", "Onset", and "Pllay"".

Check out her drumming on the Warning music video (she is going 100mph the whole way) and on the live performance of No God

Great job mate. This band is definitely special and many are reacting to them these days. So its a gem to see a solid review that is sincere and original. Looking forward to more.... BTW, the Maidiacs are coming now, so stand by!

Gear: Kanami (Lead Guitar) - PRS with Mesa/Boogie Amp Miku (Rhythm Guitar) - Zemaitis with EVH Amp (Marshall when outside of Japan) Misa (Bass) - Black Cloud (Japanese Custom makers) with Orange Amp Akane (Drums) - TAMA Star Bubinga Kit, Ludwig Snare, Zildjian Cymbals

Welcome to the world of BAND-MAID. Best live rock band out today!! BAND-MAID combines rock, metal, punk, pop, jazz and progressive into a sound all their own. Check out their live videos from their KZfaq Channel where they really shine!!! - suggest - Real Existence, Play, Domination, Onset, Freedom, Secret My Lips, Choose Me, etc etc etc and MV's - Warning, Rinne, After Life, Manners, Different, Blooming, Bubble, etc etc etc, but ANY video you choose is fantastic!!! Always a smile when listening to BAND-MAID. Members; Miku (Me-koo) - guitar/vocals - The Pigeon Kanami (Ka-na-me) - lead guitar - The Princess Saiki (Si-key) - lead vocals - The Queen Akane (A-ka-nay) - drums - The Gorilla MISA (Me-sa) - bass - The Barefoot Assassin (she performs barefoot

keeping the solo within the rhythm of the song then throw in a poly-rhythm on top...nice work!

Band-Maid has 100+ songs, so here is a shortlist to get you started. I tried to keep it short. Domination (official live video) No God (official live video) ` Onset (official live video) Play (official live video) Warning (official music video) Manners (official music video) Rinne (official music video) Blooming (official music video) Bubble (official music video) Daydreaming (official music video) Dice (official music video) Secret My Lips (official music video)

My favorite hard rock band... the talent level is off the charts. This specific song is more "fun" than technical, they have a broad range in their catalog. You might take a look at a couple of instrumentals "Onset" and "Without holding back", otherwise Domination live, Real existence live zepp, moratorium live, etc... just pick any song, they are all great! :)

This was the most technical breakdown of Akane's drumming that I've seen so far. Most other people say what she's doing is complicated and technical, but not why, so I really appreciate you going into that detail. Domination has a short solo in the live version, and it's either Onset or Play (live versions) that feature a little longer fill from her, but that's about it for her solos. Other than that, you can pick basically any song from them and get a fantastic performance to react to. I mean seriously you can't go wrong no matter what you pick. Thanks again for the reaction and analysis, and I hope you get to enjoy more of this amazing band!

This band is flat out awesome.

I had to watch this again to see the exact moment I (and Matt) fathered a MAIDIAC! Makes me proud! ...LOL

And the bass is Black Cloud

I’m sure it has probably already been suggested, but “domination” from Valentine’s Day on 2020 is a nice fun song. Also consider lovebites if you haven’t already. I just discovered the channel but I’ll definitely be hanging out more now.

The initial reaction to the juxtaposition of the submissive maid outfits with the kick arse hard proper rock is delightful. But it fades. Because they are so very good. Insane musicians. Insanely good I mean! They really seem to love rocking the heck out of a song. My money for favorite proper rock band is on the Fantastic Five here! Enjoyed your reaction!

Great breakdown. I like your vibe.

For some cool drumming, secret my lips or blooming by Bandmaid

My suggestion is to pick at random. They are all good. However, if i have to pick and you want drums, you might like some of their new ones. Different, No God (live), Rinne (Reincarnation), Onset, Domination.

You've reacted my favorite both Yoyoka and Band-Maid. Thanks 😊

Great analysis! All their songs are great; you can pick at random. You already have a lot of recommendations from other fans, but I suggest Alone. It's the first song they wrote that the label accepted and let them loose.

Akane is heavily influenced by another Japanese female drummer by the name of Nao. Nao is the drummer for a Japanese band called Maximum The Hormone. Definitely worth checking out for something really different out of Japan.

Cool reaction. A couple more live tracks on their official channel : Domination, Warning, No God.

I'd recommend their song "Dice". There's the official MV and then a couple live versions on YT. It's a banger. I've seen them live three times. Awesome shows!

Thanks for reacting to my favourite band Band Maid ! I would suggest you watch Blooming next. Akane's drumming during Kanami's guitar solo is worth the listen, it compliments it so well.

Nice breakdown on the patterns. Enjoyed your review.

I have another suggestion for this band!...The rest of their discography! You will not be dissapointed!

I'm so glad that you've discovered BM my favorite rock band. IMO their body of work sets them apart from all other rock bands including non-JROCK ones. Akane Hirose (last name pronounced 'he row say') is my favorite member. As another maidiac mentioned BM incorporate a blend of various genres to create their uniquely BM sound. Akane's mastery of being able to play so many different genres as well as the bassist Misa make up probably one of the best rhythm sections around. For starters some songs that would be good to react are: Daydreaming (rock ballad) Secret My Lips (hard rock) The Dragon Cries (Jazz/Rock fusion?) a collaboration with Tony Visconti Different (opening song for Log Horizon anime) speed metalish? Dice (pop punk) Looking forward to watching your reaction to other BM songs. Thank you!

Random, maybe, but I really liked the small details you pointed out - like the picks on the mic stand, I'd never have noticed that

Lead guitar is PRS

Welcome aboard, Wave Potter. You are embarking on (along with many others - 110 million YT views!) an awesome 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 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, Consistency (over 100 songs with their latest album, “Unseen World”), 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: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i8qjaspkspOYnIU.html Their later songs from albums Unseen World, Conqueror, World Domination, and Just Bring It drive even more - Warning, No God, H-G-K, Black Hole, Different, Rinne, Blooming, Moratorium, Domination, Clang, Dice, Spirit, Turn Me On, Fate, Play, Hide-And-Seek, Secret My Lips, Puzzle, Glory, 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, About Us, Anemone, Endless Story, PAGE, 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 cultural like the Band-Maiko series… or instrumentals like Don’t Be Long, Onset, Without Holding Back and Going Nuts! And many are represented with over 35 well produced music videos. kzfaq.info Most performances should be experienced from their LIVE audience & online OKYU-JI concerts. Tokyo's LINE CUBE SHIBUYA on February 14th (“Domination” kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h8iphKZ705zWiZs.html), ZEPP 2018, Shinkiba Studio Coast 2017 and some of the better 2019 tour Fan vids are excellent. Here’s four of what it’s like to see Band-Maid LIVE at super intimate venues. These two taken by Vladimir Chupin in Hamburg: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lcVhp8toyNrLfaM.html, and a fun, wonderful live performance in Amsterdam of Miku introducing "Don't You Tell Me" (with MISA & Kanami's great instrumental exchange) and "Turn Me On” (with MISA's solo intro): kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ocyJhNKIp9K3oJ8.html. The next one was taken by JT Dayo in LA: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/att5jKWcpt_Gc30.html, and finally by JOSER8845 in LA: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/q9mHjdmdrK2og6c.html. If you like Band-Maid, make sure to support them by purchasing some concert tickets, 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, 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 an awesome, little known "Mega Band-Maid Mix" by DJ Ray of some of their earlier stuff: facebook.com/djrayboston/videos/1004709499579009 Band-Maid members are: Saiki Atsumi (Sy-i-Key or Psyche) “Ice Queen" - Lead vocals, arrangements and melodies. At 27 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, 29 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, 29 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, 30 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, 28 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! [BAND-MAID NEWS] ■ BAND-MAID 5/10/21 "THE DAY OF MAID" Archive tickets are on sale now! bandmaid.tokyo/contents/417312 ■ BAND-MAID PRIME - Special Video Distribution Website bandmaidprime.tokyo/ ■ DVD/BD/CD AVAILABLE OF BAND-MAID’S FEB. 11, 2021 2 ½ HOUR ONLINE LIVE OKYU-JI CONCERT. IT IS AWESOME!! 28 SONGS Plus 5 Bonus Recordings! Info at their official website. bandmaid.tokyo/

thank you for this reaction video. I like your reaction/analysis style.

Nice reaction Wave. Yes, Band-Maid is amazing. They have so many great songs. The best rhythm section. Try LIVE MV's Onset, Domination, Play. MV's Dice, Warning, Rinne, Blooming. Dozens more after those. See ya.

You aint seen nuthin yet ! Welcome to the rabbit hole!

A recommendation, ANYTHING. No really, any song is as good as the last.

Very well done reaction...enjoy your Band Maid journey...it is a good one!!! Live videos of Domination, Play and Onset (Instrumental) and MV's of Real Existence, Dice, Thrill, Rinne, Blooming, Manners and Warning.

The guitars are a PRS and a Zemitas

Enjoyed your commentary and asides. Thank you.

AKANE: "Before starting BAND-MAID, I was working at a kind of "music bar" both as a hall staff and as a drummer. At the bar the tunes of 60s to 80s were mainly performed, and I learned about 600 tunes to play as a drummer, including disco music because we had to play various tunes and genres at the guests' requests. They loved rock music best, because many of them spent their teens during that time, I guess. That's why I learned a lot about "Classic Rock." Before starting to work there, I had an audition and I played "Highway Star" by DEEP PURPLE. This song gave me the chance to work as a drummer. More and more people requested "AKANE's Highway Star! " I owe very much to this song." (from MASSIVE Vol.38)

Good reaction from you

for me there has not been one song i have not liked from them both live and mv's id just go enjoy :)

The Orange amp stack is Misa's bass set. And it will have a bottle of whiskey or a beer or some form of alcohol on top. Just enough to settle her nerves, because timing is important. Most of them have a click track going for that. But Misa kicks off her shoes to feel Akane's drumbeats directly through the floor so she stays keyed to Akane.

and don't forget "onset" live..

There have "No God" from last album that they performed during one of online concerts.

Got here a little late, but just want to say congratulations on finding the best rock band in the world today. Over 100 songs released so far, not a single dud, not even close. No band since the Beatles has even close to that kind of track record.

The ninja gorilla going donkey Kong!!!!👍🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥👍👍

Lead guitarist (Konami) is playing a PRS, the rhythm guitarist (Miku) is playing a Zemaitis. By far my favorite band. I recommend (live versions are the best) Domination Puzzle Onset Warning Dice Play (2020 version) No God and if you can find a video of: Take Me Higher and Turn Me On

Okay, instruments; Kanami plays a PRS, Miku plays a Zemaitis plus she has a signature guitar with them, MISA plays a number of bass guitars primarily a Black Cloud custom and Fender bass. Akane plays Tama drums with Zildjian cymbals. They are all signed artist with the companies. In Japan bands with "the Gap" is very popular, meaning the difference in what you see "demure maids" vs what you hear Hard Rock. Hence the maid costumes. They write, arrange and produce their own songs, and regularly have toured Europe and had concerts in NYC, Dallas and LA in 2019. Now if you dare, checkout Tamu Murata. She is currently playing with Nemophila and their MV "Dissension" is nice song as a start. If you just do a KZfaq search you will be surprised how often she comes ups!!

All their stuff, video clips or live is awesome. The band formed and concept by Miku, rhythm gtr / lyricist. Kanami on lead writes all music parts. Drums Akane , Bassist Misa are awesome players too. Been together 7yrs Domination live 2020 > kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h8iphKZ705zWiZs.html Real Existence > kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Y9eBoa56sbiZpWQ.html Rinne clip > kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ebdpl8V2u82-k3U.html Dice Clip > kzfaq.info/get/bejne/kNZxjNGHr76dc40.html Choose Me live (reaction ) > kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d9GUrJximb7YZ4U.html

In 2016, Jimmy Page of Led Zeppelin caught a performance of Band-Maid in Tokyo and asked for a photo-op with their drummer, Akane Hirose. Reportedly he told her that she was like a reincarnation of John Bonham.

Rythmn guitar Zamaitas

Akane is creative and SUPER busy. ALL the time. She is always changing things up. She'll switch it up multiple times in any single section. Listen to "Real Existence" and she does 3 beats for each the Chorus and Verse sections. And then 2 sequences for the guitar solo. Nothing terribly hard or complicated, but imaginative, busy, and PERFECT for supporting the reset of the band. Also note, Akane is the WHOLE reason I started learning double bass. As for what to check out. ALL OF THEM. I have not been THIS into a band since learning drums back in the 80s listening to Rush.

I love watching reactors first time reactions. Reactors like yourself. Have really made me appreciate. What each musician is bringing to the song. Your breakdown of Akane reminded of The Champ. But in my opinion. A little better. I'm enjoying your reactions more and more. I can feel your excitement through the video😁

MISA MISA MISA!

What makes a sexy reaction video? -Knowledge and experience in instrument technique and how it fits into a performance. -Interjections with illustrations and video to help back up points being made by reactor. -Aforementioned interjections being limited as to not take away from the best content of the video. -Positive vibe and a real appreciation of music, which made any comments or opinions about what is being heard and seen, that much more profound. 4/4 my dude. This chick got a chub, so you get a sub. Good work. 🤘

Props for making the effort to find out how to pronounce people's names! You got it, it's A-ka-nay Hi-ro-say - Japanese is pretty much pronounced how it looks once you know what the vowels sound like And yeah that's a PRS with the birdies - Miku's playing a Zemaitis, which are these fancy arty guitars with cool designs on the top

"She has a good voice.. This is a cool band! I gotta see that solo gain... These girls are so cool.. That was a sick ending. Wow." The journey begins, muuhhwahhhahahaaa!!

Thrill started it all for me. Try Onset for a real cool instrumental. Puzzle is a wonderfully busy song. Their live stuff is just plain awesome.

Also, you did pronounce "Akane" correctly, but the samples you looked at for "Hirose" weren't quite right. So, here's more information on Japanese pronunciation than you ever asked for! It all starts with the vowels: a (ah) i (ee) u (oo) e (eh) o (oh) The pronunciation of the vowels and consonants never changes, which is pretty helpful, and from there you can extrapolate the other syllables. Ka, ki, ku, ke, ko, etc.. There are a couple of gotchas ("shi" instead of "si", "chi" instead of "ti") but this is enough to get by with at first. One more piece of trivia that really doesn't matter for most Westerners is that in East Asian languages, the family name comes first. So in the case of the happiest drummer, it's Hirose (hee-roh-seh) Akane (ah-kah-neh). Pretty much no one is going to fault you if you do it the other way around, but thought I'd throw that in there. :)