The Pigeon sings, the Pigeon harmonizes, the Pigeon plays guitar, the Pigeon leads, the Pigeon dominates, Po! 🕊️

This was their Christmas Covid online concert and they dressed in Christmas colors. And yes they are excellent musicians so with the acoustic version you also hear the composition of the music.

One of the great things about Band Maid is there's something for everyone, other songs that you may like are Sayonakidori acoustic, Sart Over, Memorable, Bestie, Wonderland, Datdreaming, About Us, Endless story and plenty more for which there aren't official videos for

For giggles, listen to the studio version. Totally different feel.

I see Band-Maid I watch 🤘

Thanks for reacting to Band-Maid. This was at the tail end of the pandemic on Dec. 25th 2021. They wanted to do something special for their fans, so this was an on-line concert. As fitting, they decided to dress up for Christmas. They took songs from their catalog and turned into acoustic versions. The have had other concerts/performances without the maid outfit, but still pretty rare. Recently, they released a collaboration with the guitarist from "Incubus" (Mike) and release a music video where they are not wearing the maid outfits. Also, there is their alter-ego band, "Band-Maiko" - a more traditional look - see "Secret Maiko Lips" music video on their channel.

Not sure how I missed this one, but glad to see you reacting to one of their intricate but tasty acoustic songs.

This acoustic online okyuji was a great Christmas present from Band-Maid. You should watch the entire thing if you get a chance. The clothing rules for it were beige and red which was decided by Akane and Saiki. Akane called them reindeer colors on the accompanying commentary. One of the unexpected things that I liked about the concert was Akane playing the cajon. She said that Zildjian loaned her their top of the line cajon. I certainly hope that they let her keep it after hearing her master level performance on it.

No matter what venue or band format, Band-Maid always brings something unexpected and special to the eyes and ears... and heart! 💝🎀 Thx, Roni!

Once in a generation band.

This was 2 years ago, not long after they had a meeting with The Warning after their gigs in the US; they had decided to learn some English and like them Pau from The Warning decided to learn some Japanese. They have both come along now and communicate a lot better, so much so that they composed a joint song during The Warning’s visit to Japan around a month ago which will be out on Band-Maid’s new album. The Warning were very well received by the Japanese audience, they have a great fanbase over three now! Your iced coffee looks seriously delicious but jeez I would only have to look at that and I would put weight on 😂

This was on Christmas day during the pandemic. Best gift ever. Their leader material can be hard to get your head around for sure as you mentioned just because of the density of the composition. I'd recommend starting a little bit earlier with songs like Dice and choose me. Their later more dense compositions are also fantastic but they take several listens to wrap your head around sometimes.

Love Band Maid!!!

I watched this Yokohama Bay Hotel show on Christmas Day 2021 and it was the best present I ever bought myself. Such a shame they never produced a DVD from the show but they do offer a CD.....sigh........maybe some day.

Thank you for the reaction to Band-Maid. Excellent milkstashe!!!

In several interviews the Ladies refer to their maid outfits as their "Battle Armor" or "Battle Uniform". And have mentioned that they feel uncomfortable performing out of them. On the song DICE, I have a file about it explaining about how it is a call to arms, a challenge to the Hikikomori, those "Shut ins" in Japan to get out and live life. Throw the DICE and Step out into the light of day.

That Roni, now for another Band-Maid song from that same on-line Christmas Okyu-ji. I suggest you listen and react to "Sayonakidori". In that official live video, only three of the Maids are performing with Akane, the drummer, and MISA, the bassist providing backing music to Miku, who is the lead vocalist during the song. The song clearly spotlights Miku's beautifully sweet voice. "Sayonakidori" means nightingale in Japanese. Miku, also the chief lyricist, translated lines from Sheakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet". During a romantic interlude between Romeo and Juliet, Juliet thinks she hears the nightingale singing which would allow them to stay together longer. Unfortunately, Romeo realizes its a lark which means the morning will arrive shortly. He tells Juliet this and proceeds to leave. The song reflects the longing and sadness from the ending of the interlude. Miku truly has a romantic and poetic soul.

Thanks, Roni! My main interest in the music, and the genius there is Kanami (lead guitar), plus all the members who contribute in their own way. Catharsis is one of my all time favorites from them. There's a studio version of it that is even better IMO. It would be interesting to hear your thoughts on the differences between the two. Though not triggered, I personally disagree about the lyrics. To my tastes, they are very poetic, even given what is probably a clunky translation. Miku (rhythm, backup vocals) is the main lyricist and often includes wordplay, allusive imagery, moody interjections, and opaque references. Of course, all of these stylistic idiosyncrasies make it all a little hard to digest on a first go. I've heard several bilinguals say Miku's lyrics are brilliant; and even though I have to take their word for it, I think they're probably right.

A just for fun guide to BAND-MAID: www.youtube.com/@Ohrenje, Enjoy!

Loved your reaction! ❤❤

I love how Saiki gets to show off the nuances and playfulness in her vocals on this (as well as her harmonies with Miku), as opposed to when she has to compete with the volume and speed of their other songs. Not that I don't like their other songs. 😄

So carthartic :)

If you liked this one try the acoustic version of 'Sayonakidori'. And speaking of a different band they have a couple of videos as their April Fool's Day persona, BAND-MAIKO. Check 'em out!

This was a very nice version indeed. Some of us who grew up with English had a hard time with the words. Yes, work to do for me too, I felt, to go back and listen to just the music, then rewind for the words again, and maybe listen again for a better sense of the whole. Thanks, Roni, for convincing me to give Band Maid a listen. I needed to because The Warning are such fans and collaborated with them. I needed to find out. And this was such a beautiful performance. (BTW, Nothing wrong with a cream mustache. Had several in my time :) )

This full show was ridiculous.

Buena reacción , me quedo con su receta de café , pero con CAFÉ el de verdad , hereje¡ 😘. Salud y Rock and Roll . 🖖🤘

Love band maid, but i do have fun singing 'yogi bear' 😁🤘🤘

There's not a bad song in this whole convert ... then again, they just don't have a bad song in their whole catalogue.

About the lyrics, you have to consider that the Close Caption are a raw interpretation and doesn't go in any poetic style, but give you a sense of what they sing.

Acoustic? I was expecting a slow song not sure why. Lol. It's Band Maid I guess this is slow relativity speaking.

If you think it is almost like a different band, you should check out Band Maiko's performance of "Secret Maiko Lips." kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hLR4eqRz3NPJZWQ.html

You should check out Bestie and, from now on. They are great. Also Hate?

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You will love the Acoustic Live version of Puzzle with Saiki and Kanami only. Watch it while it's still available, it has been put down once already. I understand your lirics point, listening english songs all the time I can tell you how laim is English compare to French. Therefore there is no way that CC, that is basically a word for word translation can capture the poetic licence of Japanese. ut like most of the none Native English speakers we are used to listen songs without paying attention to the lirycs, just consider the voice as an other instrument. That why I never put CC when I listen Band Maid, it's distracting for no benefit. Final point, you need to listen more of Band Maid to realsie that they pay close attention to highlight every member of the group. You have song more bass oriented like Manners or Shambles, more Guitard oriented like most of them, hahaha, and some where Saiki is killing it, like the previously mentioned Puzzle acoustic, but also the last Live version of Endless story, last song of a 4 hours show and her voice is absolutely incredible. They are by far, one of the most creative and talented musicians on the Rock scene today, and they deserve more that 1 reaction every 6 months, you have more than 120 songs to go through.

React to Alan Walker ❤

The only knock I have with Saiki is her english pronunciation, but usually I listen to her voice as another musical instrument so it doesn't bother me.

I have told you before. The real, natural Roni is beautiful. As you get more comfortable I see less and less portrayal. It is good to see that you are aware and its an open struggle. BTW, you have done a wonderful job transitioning to American English. Actually, I assumed you were from the states and your family made aliyah at some point. Very well done!!

so interesting how reactors revisit their requests fot band maid every time they drop a new trrack and start trending

FYI your mix is a bit strong on the base and hides the some of the guitar work.

Didn't catch everything, just keywords: so hot, maybe a little too strong but yummy 😊 Amazing! Better song this time. Anyway... Nothing to hate ❤❤❤

Ren - Children of the moon

are you scared you might like ladybeard? it is something different

...and a small pigeon shall lead them.