Saiki shines here again. Her quality (especially Live) can now only be described as outstanding. And her unique voice color is just 🔥. There is no Holy Trinity anymore, simply 5 fully fledged master musicians who are out of this world. Love this Band so much.

We are so very lucky to live in the Band-Maid Era, and to experience their evolution and success.

Kanami is a great guitarist and composer.

I love their use of back-track. It seems like there is no stigma at all about using that in the Japanese music scene. If a performance gets better with keyboards, an extra harmony, 14 cowbells, a barking dog and a chainsaw you should use it! Specially if you don't need it to put on a great performance. I saw Band-Maid in Helsinki and their back-track interface (and Kanamis guitar) ended up in Moscow. They did an absolutely fantastic show anyways, Misa improvised a LOT to fill up the missing parts, all five sang to fill up the vocals when needed. It was a treat to see, and it was fantastic to see them do a regular set a couple of days later when they got their stuff back. They don't need a back-track but are, as most bands, better when they use it. Oh and I love that Kanami plays the whole song doing things a lot of guitarists would use as a solo!

Band-Maid never follows any normal structure! That's what I love about them. Their transitions and change-ups are unpredictable and yet so spot on. They are just a very unique and talented band. Great breakdown and analysis as always! Thanks for the reaction.

Cross is from their first full length album "Just Bring It". Kanami's writing speed wasn't yet on the level it is now, so they ended up asking for help from other composers in order to finish the album on time. This is one of the results. If you want to hear what Kanami was actually writing at the time (without going outside of KZfaq), you should check out "secret My lips" (MV on the official channel). If you ever decide to step outside of what's available on KZfaq, you will discover some truly magical thing, not the least of which - what Kanami's singing voice actually sounds like.

Wanna know why "The Science of Music" Chase Carneson is so good? Because his insights are awesome and he learns and grows as he listens to the composition. Thankfully, his love for Band Maid magnifies his talents. Thank you sir for the reaction and comments.

Two things first. 1. Not getting notifications from your channel. 2. Can't wait to see these girls in person! Actually that would be number 1. Keep up the awesome BAND-MAID breakdowns.

What a ridiculously complex and strange song that manages to still be catchy. Not many bands achieve this combination.

6:54 *Kanami* has a beautiful voice should check out *Puzzle or Anemone (acoustic)* from ZEPP Tokyo 2018 Deeper and Deeper I go, down this Pigeon Hole 🐦 I go (Po!); where it stops I hope to never know?

So glad you're talking more in terms of challenge and interpretation! Coming from a literary analysis background, that's what I see Band-Maid do more and more: approach the existing pop/metal/punk/thrash scene from a position of "challenge, interrogate, problematize". They're critical of convention for convention's sake, but instead of throwing out convention, they challenge its basis, interrogate its purpose, problematize its expected use, and as a result produce something that elevates convention.

What always impresses me with Band Maid is that they constantly show me how much room there is for creativity in music without having to completely abandon melody or traditional ideas of song structure.

Cross is the most anime-ish song from them. Perfectly fits for any shonen anime opening theme.

This month has been an amazing month for Band-Maid fans. A new single with video with a studio release of an instrumental, the first track from the new album released, online show with performances of all of those, and a few Chase reactions... And we still have the new album next month. So great. I also love seeing the reactions to the key changes and odd structure to this one. Just a really good song that seems underrated by many to me. Thanks for adding to an already awesome Band-Maid month Chase!

Definitely one of my favoritest of my 100+ favorite Band-Maid clips. I agree with you, that spot where they double-fake before coming back in is just spectacular. I also love how strong and forward Miku's rhythm line is--you can clearly hear how her confidence was growing at this point. And Kanami's non-stop lead is just insane.

"Cross" is Band-Maid showing you many flavors rolled up in one performance :) Like you said, Band-Maid doing Band-Maid things. On another level that is.

With this song they can totally dominate Eurovision Song Contest. AND I don't mean that as something bad. I really digg that chord change that do. I love this song.

Kanami is one of my all time favorite guitarists. Kanami is a genius songwriter, composer. Songs like Take me higher, Turn me on, Puzzle, The dragon cries all incredible songs, showing her versatility. Take me higher, she shines with a wah peddle. Kanami does some vocals here and there. Not since Nightwish in 2003, have i fell in love with a band, like i have with Band Maid. Nemophila is another band i love now, their from japan.

The key change song! I am in! Great job as always, Chase. TU4C!

dude, wait til you see them perform don't be long, different, and after life live.. so amazing.

I am so amped to start my Sunday morning off with a Chase Band-Maid reaction. I have wanted this one since it first got uploaded on their channel... So excited, but now I need to try to sleep.

Another great reaction Chase! It's cool to listen someone that can point out a lot of the details that Band Maid includes on their songs, that are quite a lot. I'm continue insisting with this two: "The Dragon Cries" and "Bubble". Sadly there are no live versions available, but the original music videos are pretty good!

Kanami should put out a master class dvd on song writing. Thank you for yet another informative band maid reaction

Born too late to explore the earth, born to oearly to explore the stars born just in time to listen to BAND-MAID

When I check YT and I see Chase and BAND-MAID... FINALLY!! I feel like I learn so much about songs ive heard hundreds of times by watching your videos. You also look like youre having such a great time breaking down the songs. Thanks for getting back to BAND-MAID!

That key changes bamboozled him so hard hahaha.

Thanks Chance! As always a very competent review. This is one of my favourite BM songs - and it wasn't even written by them (Miku did have a say in the lyrics). The key changes and Kanami's almost constant solo are just spot on!

Whenever I see someone react to this song, I never get tired of the heads exploding when the first sequence key changes happen. Kanami actually has an amazing voice. I wish she would sing more. The acoustic version of Puzzle it's just she an Saiki, where Kanami sinks Miku's background vocals. You're not wrong, they are magical, musical geniuses!! Yes they do use some backing tracks to keep is sounding like recorded version. But none of the super important parts. Just synth pads, electronic drums, and the like. This song is, like you said, a masterclass in songwriting. Though it does have some "traditional" song parts (verse, chorus, bridge, etc.) its execution is nothing close to traditional. With the cascading key changes, and adding of beats give a fresh perspective on some classic "tricks". These ladies never cease to surprise. If there is one thing you can expect from them, it's the unexpected.

One of my top favourite songs for sure. What stood out to me, which I didn't notice until I heard this live version, is that Mincho shreds up some beautiful quick notes all the way through the chorus, and it's Miku providing all the volume behind the vocals. She's basically playing 2nd lead here, and it's awesome. I kinda wish the studio crew applied a little bit of compression on the drums, and overall made Mincho's guitar work easier to hear. Her melodies are legendary.

I have watched a lot of reaction videos, but the way you talk about the band and their music shows a true appreciation. You obviously have a great understanding and appreciation for music, but you are down to earth enough in a way to bring you feelings and emotions come through in a way that doesn’t sound overly technical. Thank you!!!

Yupp...it's BAND-MAID and they do what they do and it's always fantastic! :)

Even professional musicians listen to Band Maid and say "what the hell just happened?" . It's the sexy goblins who overthrew Mordor and are charging with katanas and wizard lightning bolts.

2nd key change, ur eyes opened up, slight confusion and start jamming, my exact total reaction as well

here is my forecast (not a prediction, i'm not guessing) : in years to come, Bando Meido will publish at least another hundred songs, probably more. in decades to come, universities will teach on the subject of B/M. people will write scientific papers on psycho-acoustics and get their dr. and prof. degrees, based on this exceptional rock'n'roll band. and we will all have so much fun enjoying it...

Hi Chase, these girls are really amazing, I call them the Bad Maid, just kidding, I became a fan immediately, Kanami is one of the most versatile guitarists I've heard in the last years, genius, I'm speaking as an old fashioned Rock guitarist. Saki, Akane, Muku and super Misa, super Band, I think it's the Future. I recommend you to listen, LIve, "non fiction days". Super Rock Maid

Heh heh heh, BAND-MAID out there musically breaking ankles. Just when you think they're zigging left but really they're zagging right. It's why their songs are so interesting and standup to repeated listening. There is always something new to catch on subsequent listens.

I love how you are surprised often whilst listening to them. They ARE important to the industry. The fans know this, but does the industry... Band Maid -- Be Happy!

Just awesome breakdown of the composing and choices throughout the piece. Thanks Chase!

they are geniuses for make songs interesting

Nice analysis as ever! This concert blu-ray is a treat. As well as great music, also great close camera work giving intimate feel and the Maids looked great...makeup and outfits pristine. A class show. This song hit me first time when playing the album loud around the house...it gave an impression like speeding up a vinyl record over and over.

Kanami does all the backing tracks when she writes the music. Some are very subtle, but if you watch the video of the mistakes & accidents they stand out more when something breaks down. Usually it's just a synth stab or a reverse or some other effect like doubling a vocal or a chant. They can play without it, and have had to if the computer gets lost with the luggage. It doesn't really bother them. They just change up the set list. They were more worried about the sneakers they bought in L.A. It's just an enhancement to the show, like the screens & lasers. Once Akane locks into it, you can't throw her off. Sometimes see the other band members try. They will huddle around her and make faces during challenging drum parts. But it's all in good fun.

I feel bad that I slept in and missed premier, making me 0-2 this weekend, but thoroughly enjoyed the reaction. This is not a song that get a lot of reactions and it was really nice to see the best reactor do cross. Have a great, catch you on discord Chase.

I always love listening to your analysis in these reactions. I learn so much more about these songs.

Hi Chase, I'm glad you noticed Kanami the lead guitarist backup vocals. If you want to hear her some more. You should react to the Acoustic versions of Puzzle, and Anemone. It's just Kanami on the Acoustic guitar and backup vocals, and Saiki on main vocals. Her voice is probably a little on the soft and sweet side for the type of music they want to make. She says herself that she prefers just concentrating on her guitar work, and bopping to the music. You can just tell that she is a Rock chick at heart. I like her voice. Every member of the band can sing to some degree. I'm sure that I've seen Misa singing some backup vocals. And there's videos of Akane the drummer singing with Misa dancing, and fooling around. I keep wondering if they write a song with everyone backing up Saiki, kind of like what dragonforce does. Yeah, I know they don't play the same kind of music.

Yeah ...was not expecting the next Band-Maid reaction so soon.

Kanami was a singer song writer before Band Maid ! Check out her backing vocals on the live acoustic versions of Puzzle and Anemone from their Zepp Tokyo performance ! Just Saiki, Kanami and an acoustic guitar, their both Amazing !!

As always, Band-Maid is awesome! Can you place check out the Japanese metal band Undead Corporation? The guitarist for Unlucky Morpheus Jinya is the guitarist for Undead Corporation. Also, the drummer for Unlucky Morpheus FUMIYA is a past member of the band. Here are some older song requests featuring FUMIYA: The Revolution Blow Newer stuff with current drummer: No Antidote Make me Crazy There's even a video from an Unlucky Morpheus show featuring members of Undead Corporation! This is just a short list that I hope you get to 🤘😁🤘

Miku is an amazing lyricist. The way she can get lyrics that emphasize each note of Kanami's compositions is astounding. Saiki helps out as well changing a word or a phrase to make it cooler or flow.. But the way they will jump back and forth between Japanese and English makes it very challenging, not only for them and the fans, but anyone trying to do Closed Captions, as you may have seen on the few songs that have them..

Great reaction... and (again) I feel a little smarter after listening to your words 😄. To me CROSS is an underrated song and I was so very happy seeing it performed live in Hamburg in 2019. Aside from the obvious (their excellent overall musicianship) the cool thing about any of their live performances is that they have so many outstanding songs regardless of the setlist that day you will have an amazing event 🔥.

welcome back we missed your Band-Maid breakdowns! that reverse drop by Saiki was cool to me. :) Kanami actually has a great voice(just really shy). Anemone/Puzzle acoustic live(one of the few times you can actually hear her voice clearly) shows it!

Thank you Chase. I'm appreciating these songs so much more thanks to you. I'm just waiting for a day where you and other fellow intelligent reactors collaborate on these.

For your next Band Maid reaction you should do a double: 'Secret my Lips' followed by the variation "Secret Maiko Lips'.

They. Are. Damn. Good. So, I just had a damn good day listening Chase's analysis and Band-Maid. Thanks for that!

I should elaborate. Out of all the totally female bands, they are the dark, rich and sexy part of it. More grown up, I feel. And exponentially more talented.

BAND-MAID is doing BAND-MAID things. Well said.

“...These girls are magical” I like that 😇. BTW Miku said in a TV show that Band-Maid is a miracle. So close 😉

Kanami just never takes a rest. Her fingers are always flying from beginning to end of every song.

I really hope Band-Maid make it back to London in 2021. I saw them in 2018 & 2019 and both shows were amazing.

Your description asks the question "You Cross?" Which is ironic because BAND MAID also has a song called "You." And of course....it is a banger as well. If I'm cross about anything....It's having to wait 8 hours for the video Grrrrrr....Just kidding.......I'm only mildly annoyed 😄

Puzzle acoustic (If you can find it) is Kanami and Saiki alone. Beautiful.

Acoustic version of puzzle is saiki and kanami singing together and she has a very pretty voice you never get to hear otherwise

Next song ought to be either Yolo or Secrret My Lips. Would love to hear the analysis of those 2 songs.

Different after 19 days, 500 thousand views, let's make 1 million. If possible react to YOLO, Thanks again Chase for your excellent explanations. Have a Damn good day.

I love the key change in this song, extra special! Love your breakdowns, enjoyable and educational! Band-Maid, five Japanese ladies that are just amazing! I agree, I feel blessed to be alive as Band-Maid is making music! I started listening to music in the 60's, so got to hear a lot of great bands when they were new, Beatles, Stones, Jefferson Airplane, Animals, ect. The the 70's, 80's, 90's! Band-Maid is right there as one of the greats, imho! The girl groups, The Runaways, Bangles, The Donna's, Band-Maid is the best by far! Again, I appreciate your insights to music!

They have more music coming soon, they announced a new album on their live stream show last weekend! :)

Chase reacting to Band Maid? Instant like! Also the band Meadows End, with their song Non-Dreaming Eye, is a masterpiece, and you should give it a listen ;)

Shinkiba Studio Coast 2017: Awkward. It's a ballad, but the layering in that song is so good. It's the one song that made me realized how good they are at playing what they need to. You distinctly hear what everyone is playing. The pacing really showcase everybody. I know Miku's playing doesn't "wow" people , but her accents in that song really help build up that turning point in the song.

This, Chase and everyone, is a sample of the caliber of character held by the five Band-Maid members: Akane Hirose (dr), Kanami Tono (gr), MISA (ba), Miku Kobato (gr), and Saiki Atsumi (vo) “The concept, the musicianship, and the balance of each member’s personality; I think that Band-Maid is a miraculous band. - Akane “I have become obsessed with melodies and riffs. People won’t listen anymore if the first notes are no good.” - Kanami. “I became motivated to break out of this obstacle and push through.” - Misa “(My) recent belief is that we could not have made it this far without these five people, and that even if one person was different, we would be a totally different band.” - Kobato “We face the world, expanding our scope, and we will bring great music and performances.” - Saiki -- From the January 2019 Mook ‘The Day before World Domination.’ For the complete, fascinating interview: www.reddit.com/r/BandMaid/comments/cbvlp7/translation_of_interview_for_bandmaids_future/

Kanami has a great singing voice as well. Actually, Misa does too.

BAND-MAID doing BAND-MAID things. You can't ask for more or less.

I can't get enough of BAND-MAID. They're fun, creative, talented, loaded with personality, and both familiar and unlike anything I've heard before. All five ladies are integral to their sound, and every song brings a lasting smile to my face. As far as recommendations go, I recommend a double reaction with the first part being "Hard Wash," a quick and hygienic video where the drums and bass go wild, and "The Non-Fiction Days," which is an earlier song in their catalogue. "Hard Wash" kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jOCYqtuprKzTkXU.html "the non-fiction days" kzfaq.info/get/bejne/f9qJgZCjzpeygKc.html

Lol I had the same enjoyment/confusion when hearing the chorus(es) for the first time. Bruh The Dragon Cries I think should be in your next steps for them. Different sound, VERY classic rock inspired. Their style branches out a bit with some songs that you haven't gotten to yet. Eager to see it!

The overall sound of this particular song - especially the (chorus? chanty bits) - remind me of some female led bands from the 80's that I used to enjoy like Joan Jett or Heart. Excellent analysis as always.

Geppetto missed the end of this show after Pinocchio told him "I'm not really enjoying BAND-MAID" & instantly poked out Geppetto's eye with his nose :)

I love them live, and I get the love for live versions AND I get that they only officially released this as a live and they don't have a MV for the studio version, but I think the studio version of this song is a lot better, personally.

I really like Chase's reactions because no matter how many times I've heard a song, and THINK I know it inside and out, I find myself listening differently. The prime example is Akane's off beat snare hits in the beginning of the song. Chase didn't directly comment on them but he certainly noticed them based on his facial expressions.

"What can you say about that besides 'Thank You'"... I was so curious to see how you would react and comment on this song, because this performance is one of my personal favorites. If I remember correctly, it was also the song that made me pay closer attention to the composing and structure and loving it, as it appealed to me more than what I had heard before. Maybe it was also the point at which I ultimately became addicted to these ladies. 😅 And I see it very much like you, that this band is important not only for their fans but the genre in general. The dedication they put into each song is unprecedented and there aren't many bands out there you can say that about. And now to your comment that you haven't heard Kanami singing yet. We definitely HAVE to change that, because imo she has the voice of an angel. The best way to do that is with a small acoustic set, consisting of 2 songs ('Puzzle' and 'Anemone'), which they performed at a concert in 2018. Unfortunately, the songs are hard to find on the internet, but I could help out if you are interested. A short message on Twitter (@PhaeronX) would be sufficient. Thanks for another great reaction to #Band-Maid ! 🤘

Another wonderful reaction and breakdown of Band Maid. I think you hit on what really draws listeners to the band, somehow they found a frequency, tuning or tone (how ever you want to describe it) in their instruments and voices that is soothing and delicate yet powerful and intense that captures your senses. Yes, they are important to the music industry.

Chase, you should now react to the frist song they did write by themself. Try "Alone" one of the best guitar solos of Kanmai. But at the end they all did get again the time to shine.

You really should listen to their latest livestreamed concert (which can be purchased to stream until March). You'd love seeing them play for 2 hours straight - no post-processing, just amazing live music. I'm pretty sure any attempt to do a reaction from that stream would result in an insta-block, but you should just watch it for yourself as a fan. Best money I ever spent! This was the setlist: www.setlist.fm/setlist/bandmaid/2020/private-venue-tokyo-japan-383bd4b.html They even played "Different" a second time because Saiki messed up a line the first time and she wanted the viewers to be able to hear it done right.

Good luck chase!!keep giving BAND MAID to my ears...

Great video as always! ♥ I think you already reacted to 'Puzzle', but you really need to react to the acoutic versions of both 'Puzzle' and 'Anemone', both songs are pure magic! (Only Saiki and Kanami -lead guitar- singing, spoiler alert, her voice is beautiful). EDIT: I just looked for it, you haven't reacted to it yet!

First there was Johann Sebastian Bach then came Ludwig van Beethoven and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and now we have Kanami Tono, joining with the world’s best composers.

I think its first time I hear this on headphones. And I never liked it this much before. Especially wonderful to hear Kanami beautiful picking, so clear

Would be nice to get some isolation of the various instruments.

Hey Chase you should spend sometime reacting to Woods Of Ypres, I feel you would appreciate the simple but powerful/beautiful music alongside good vocal control singing some of the best lyrical poetry out there Only downside is that since they weren't the most famous band they didn't get any high quality live videos and only one music video. But besides that I would still love to see your reaction to just the composition of it all because you are easily the best channel when it comes to explaining the music and are willing to go further in depth

I can see this song become an Anime Opening (please don't hate me) but it just goes to show how Versatile this band really is by having songs that seamlessly fit any occasion for that matter.

Yay another bando meido reaction from chase! 🤟

As always, love your reactions. Since you’re exploring new stuff all the time, might I suggest jazz funk fusion band Snarky Puppy? “Lingus” would be the go-to song, but honestly everything is good. Would love to hear your reaction and analysis!

My fav reactor for band maid!

Kanami has a beautiful, soft singing voice. Check out her backing vocals on the acoustic version of Puzzle.

Kanami is a competent singer. There are live acoustic pieces with just her and Saiki that are beautiful.

I'm happy that you've reacted to cross. It's another song that didn't appeal to me instantly and quickly made its way into my top 20 band-maid song with its interesting chord changes and the classic band-maid beat changes and delayed entry to the chorus part. I like this heaps better than different and afterlife, while those two songs might be technically even more complex, l don't know... just too fast paced to fully appreciate the lyrics and the details. I don't mind that kind of fast, metal-ish songs every now and then, but l do miss classic band-maid song like this.

Fire power from Saiki ,and this one 'I can't live without you',band-maid doing band-maid things always.

please listen to Ice Nine Kills! You are a fan of metal and horror movies and this band combines those two things perfectly, so this is DEFINITELY a must-listen. "The American Nightmare" or "Stabbing In The Dark" are sooo good!

Hi Mr Chase. Great news. Band Maid just got a new song 👍

Good reaction, you should check another female band from Japan called Lovebites. Recommended New Songs : Holy War, Swan Song, Raise Some Hell

I suggest Yolo, Puzzle and Secret my lips, if you can find them on the internet, Take me higher and Turn me on, both live versions, are really good choices too ^^

hi there.. i'm here with 3 suggestions for you. 2 of these songs got no reaction on youtube, while the 3rd is quite known. all of them are power metal. 1st is a power ballad who will make u burst into tears. Band's name is Shining fury and the song is "memories" (there is no official video unfortunately)... the singer's voice is amazing and they only released one album 2nd is a song called "lady lost in time" by Labyrinth, taken from one of the best power metal album of all time (no video either sadly). 3rd song is "neverending" by Frozen crown (the only one with a official video)... all of these bands are from Italy and i'm sure u will love them

Akane usually has a sampling machine beside her for various effect tracks. You can mostly see that during their omajinai time in their live concerts.