You had the biggest smile when they broke into that breakdown/instrumental section. They just do that to us, don't they?

Just when you think you cannot possibly fall in love with these ladies any more.... Best Xmas present I've ever had.

I am 70 years old. I've seen and heard so many bands . None better than Band Maid. Listening to these amazing ladies always brings me joy. I am so grateful to have lived to hear this band. They have everything!

Ever since they posted this on their channel I was thinking "I wonder if OSN will say that Misa looks like she is wearing a PJ". This is very random, but it's nice when random things come together.

Do yourself a favor and get a ticket to this acoustic set. You won't regret it.

"'Ole skull fjord"! There's 13 more songs from this concert to check out😉but it cost money of course. It's easily worth it.

This whole concert was truly amazing. 14 songs, and you wouldn't believe what incredible arrangements they came up with. It was an amazing Christmas present to the fans from our beloved ladies. 😍

wait till you see Akane playing the Cajon! This concert has a couple songs played that way. absolutly awesome

I already know you loved this.

This is Grammy Material!!!

The KZfaq algorithm threw a Band-Maid video my way in late 2019 and my life has been better ever since. It has introduced me to the amazing work Japanese women are doing in the hard rock and metal scene, Band-Maid, Nemophila, Bridear and others are fantastic musicians my neighbours get to enjoy as well.

I tell you...I'm going to suffer from withdrawal when I lose streaming access to this concert in March... I've watched it so many times.

I can’t figure out how Saiki’s beautiful voice feels so deep and syrupy rich while she sings high notes??

Right from the start, we all knew the part that would break you down. Yes you had to replay that part. Ha!Ha! Tickets are still available if you want to watch the whole show. as BM 4-Life stated below. There are so many surprises in it. And also an extra full play of the show with the Maids talking over it. Like a bunch of giggling schoolgirls. Absolutely precious. But also informative.

Old mate! Greetings from a somewhat cold Shizuoka with a white Mount Fuji towering over us! Beautiful reaction! You are in love, ain't you? And you ought to be! When that pandemic leaves us alone (Omicron is finally on its way down, and very probably all restrictions will be lifted on March 6TH!), you had better get prepared for a lot of work with them as they are going to tour the US in summer, meaning there is a high probability of a new album before that! You can be sure I will be looking forward to your reactions! Best regards to you and your daughters! Robert-Gilles

They have so much love to spend with all the people they love live on Christmas day,

I think Band Maid announced that they are doing a live US tour this year, but I don't know if they have released any details yet. Man, I hope it's true.

Just an fyi if you don't know. Their fall US tour is sold out...but...today Live Nation announced 2 shows added. NJ and Chicago. Tix on sale 5(?) April. Got my tix for DC. Do stoked.

I was hoping that you would do this one man. I figured you would enjoy it! Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on it.

The ticket for accoustic concert still available until march...

The whole Christmas Concert was superb, but I think you would like to know that they played a song, Forward, with Akane doing the cajon. She played over one La Rosa Sensation Flamenco Cajon and she was outstanding as ever. The concert is still available till 03/25 in zaiko web. This and many other surprises made that performace some of the very best things I´ve seen them do.

Whoever did the mixing on this track is a genius. You can focus on an instrument and hear it perfectly.

Even though I have an idea from the thumbnail, I'm really looking forward to hearing what you have to say about this performance. :) IMO the ladies have given us fans something very special with this concert, which we will certainly not forget in a hurry. And it's further proof of how incredibly good they are. ✨🙏🏻 _____________________ 【 _Our rock never dies ever. Forever!_ 】- from BAND-MAID 'Manners' 🕊️

You say you want mellow Band-Maid? It occurs to me that you haven’t reacted to “Daydreaming” (MV) or “Wonderland” (live) yet.

Even wearing drapes, MISA is a stone cold fox. Nice reaction sir. This acoustic performance was truly amazing. I highly recommend you buy a ticket. It's available to stream until March 25th.

I read somewhere that Saiki was so nervous about this performance that, before it started, she was sweating profusely. I remember watching this live, and I did get a sense that she was a bit nervous at first, but the more they got into it she was back to her normal cool-as-ice demeanor. And the whole show ended up being the usual perfect Band-Maid show.

Water bottles? MISA? Better check hers; it’s probably vodka. Joking aside, bands, especially bands from a country with a different culture and language often get labeled for their ‘schtick.’ (Domestic bands do as well; we’re just usually more familiar with them so we’re less overtly aware of their schticks. Band-Maid could, and likely was, dismissed by many as being just a ‘pop’ band and known for being all-girl and dressing up in maid costumes. After listening to a couple of their songs, it becomes so much more obvious that they are much more than their schtick. Sounding so good in an acoustic version just solidifies that fact.

i watched that entire concert and wish there was more. if this goes to cd i am definitely buying it. loved it

I believe the Christmas concert is still available for viewing... you should watch it, you won't regret it! Thanks for the reaction.

I'll happily admit I had very wet eyes when I watched this concert , this band is f*cking fearless and the care and crafting that's gone into this, they could have just banged out the same song structures but no not Band Maid, hey let's "rewrite" a whole bunch of our tunes - 100 percent pure class. Thanks for the reaction, right time for a beer and more Band Maid , peace and love Po 👍🎼🥁🎤🎸🍻

I did see this live concert when it happened. It was amazing. This song, Different, No God , I just would not have thought it possible to do some of these songs all acoustic. Watch it all if you can. Akane on a Cajon was awesome, and all 5 ladies actually sing in this one with Kanami, Misa and Akane all doing some backup singing on some songs.

It's good to see you react to Band-Maid again. You are one of the OG's of Madiacs. I loved your reactions because I felt the authenticity of your appreciation for the band. I feel a certain connection with Band-Maid because I watched people like you experience their maturing as I did. They certainly have come a long way way.

Such a totally different vibe from their usual badassery

I just watched the accoustic show and it's absolutly wonderful. If you're a Maidiac, it's a must see. Something comes out of this: I knew that Akane/Misa was one of the most solid rythm section I've ever heard, but now you can hear how Miku/Kanami works as well on the guitars, and Miku/Saiki are now perfect complement and unison on vocals. These Ladies are not only individualy talented but they go to another level when it comes to play together. Never seen a band like this. FYI: Misa is awesome on bass during this show and I too can watch her play all day long.

I’m sure you probably have heard this but band maid is set for an American concert tour this year so you might have an opportunity to see them

I'm happy you paused and talked a bit about Miku. I look at her a lot in their videos and think, man, she must feel pretty pleased with what she started. And I think you're right - she had no idea this is where they'd be, years later. Genuinely one of the most heartwarming characters in music, and so strangely at odds with the rocking music they make.

The 'feel' reminds me of the acoustic break in Paul Simon's concerts during the first few years after the Simon and Garfunkle break. The acoustic portions of those shows were almost as good as this. There is also a bit of a 'Stray Cat Strut' from their first USA tour vibe thrown in. ... ... must be the Misa/Miku connection. These ladies are wonderful!

Great video 🤘🏻😎

Miku has grown so much... and this was Christmas.

I don't know if you heard but Band Maid has announced a US tour for 2022. No dates yet but they have promoted it on their radio show for weeks. So you might be able to check this off your bucket list soon. I know I will.

And just think, these ladies could have another 40 years of making music together if they choose to. It's a good time to be alive in spite of all the hardship in the world.

From Japan　BAND-MAID "Catharsis" is one of the 14 songs from the Christmas concert 75 minutes on December 25th. A 75-minute video of their comment is also included. They said in a comment that the new arrangement was become whole new songs and it took twice as long to prepare as a regular live performance. There is also an acoustic version of their latest fast hard rock. They do their best and keep improving the songs. It was an acoustic live that far exceeded expectations. Tickets until March 25th are on sale at their official HP.

This is so damn good! I 100% agree with listening to Misa. She is like a fusion bassist in her creativity, but a 100% rock musician. It is hard to explain to non-musicians just how incredibly good she is. And Kanami playing that solo. It's not that the sound is clean on acoustic as you said. It also a LOT harder to play solos on acoustic guitars because of that. With compression and overdrive you can get away with a lot of mistakes that would sound horrible on acoustic. But for me more than anything, this is the vocalists performance. Saiki and Miku sings so damn good in this! Singing with acoustic instruments is, just as playing a solo, a lot more naked. You can hear so many more nuances than with the usual wall of sound. Of course they sing in pitch and so on, but what's really good is how they match both feeling and technique singing. It is almost First Aid Kit level of vocal harmonies and that is a HUGE compliment!

Back when Thrill came out and you realize that Miku didn't know how to play the guitar and now look at her! This also shows how great Saiki's voice is.

I always love your reaction to Band-Maid :) You can catch them this year, they are going to do an US Tour... Watch out for the schedule, the tickets are gone very fast!

In this age of fear and worry, we need these feels.

I hope you were able to watch the whole concert, Old Skule. Another Jem.......... from the Maids !!❤😎👌

I'm finally watching them on tour later this year in NYC after missing out on their 2019 show. Looking forward to that!!

Welcome home, sir!

Thanks OSN!

I started a new job beginning of the year and somehow missed this release. Just now catching up on reactions for it. I'm right there with you on the bucket list. Band Maid and Unleash the Archers are the 2 I want to see most right now that I haven't.

I knew you'd love this one after coming across your acoustic Unlucky Morpheus reaction. The whole concert is playlist worthy. Hope you can get around to watching the full performance; it's definitely well worth it. I really hope some of these acoustic arrangements make the setlist whenever they start touring again.

Bandmaid and Nemophila will be performing at Aftershock festival 2022!!!!!

I watched the entire concert about a dozen times. Captivating and beautiful. Felt like such a special Christmas gift to fans. Ty for the reaction. :)

With all her other accomplishments, Miku has become a very fine rhythm guitarist thanks to Kanami being such a great teacher. Not sure an acoustic concert as good as this was possible by the band before Miku became such a good player. Do we like Rock, Metal, Jazz Funk, Pop? Easier just to say we like Band Maid . They have it all.

ur reaction to this pure perfection good for u dude

That Tiki mask is freakin' me out man, I love it.

Bass stands out but overall the musicianship is outstanding.

May 19 they open largest USA tour ever. Just added new venues in USA & Mexico. The Fox theater in Atlanta is beautiful and very selective about who plays there.

Hope once the pandemic ends for good.. they start on a world tour... cant eait to see them live....

I think they passed the audition.

ありがとうございます！

Buy. The. Ticket. No excuses dude :). Get on it! This isn’t even the best song. When Mika does sayonakidori ooof my heart.

Band-maid will tour the US this year. Dates, etc not out yet. U have to check out the entire acoustic concert. Amazing.

Poor Saiki hahaha never a compliment from anyone! Doesn't matter, she my number one!

If you really are a BAND-MAID fan, throw them a few bones and buy a ticket to the entire 12/25/21 acoustic set. No, the vocals on Thrill are not shaky.

MISA MISA MISA!

I have said it over and over again Band-Maid = Happiness.

This might just be my personal opinion, but someone PLEASE GET MISA A DAMN ACOUSTIC BASS

Dude, we know exactly how much 😏

very nice wow intro best ever

you like acoustic check out silent comedy sounds like stuff you'd hear on red dead redemption. they recently did a cover of Fleetwood macs chains

The entire concert was originally shown on Christmas day; the outfits were chosen for their Christmas-y feel. You can get a long archive ticket today that will be good until March 25!

Are you going to Houston House of Rocks.

🐦 *If You Enjoy Get your streaming tickets before it expired on March 25th* 🐦 This performance was played on Christmas Dec 25th 2021 consist of 14 awesome tracks. The show can be watched till March 25th by clicking on the description link in the video or *BAND-MAID* official channel. _(BAND-MAID World Domination Putting a smile on your face one listener at a time)_ 😊

u get a 10 out of 10

All you need to know about the character and musical abilities of Band-Maid is that they revamped 14 of their amazing ROCK songs into acoustic and performed a Christmas Day concert for their fans. And one more thing Old Skule you haven't done Blooming, Rinne, Yolo or Real Existence MV and Live, or Secret My Lips followed by Band-Maiko's Secret Maiko Lips. These are must YT reactions. Or at least pretty please because BAND-MAID is Awesome. Peace.

No matter how you watch or just listen to Band-Maid, you'll appreciate their writing, execution and special "Maid Sound" that is unique to this incredible group of Women. I'm coining an entirely new genre called, "Maid Music!" See this entire incredible Acoustic Concert with archive tickets available at their website.