Band-Maid Drummer Akane Throws Down An Insane Drum Solo || What A Performance! 

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Akane 💕 On my way to see them live tonight in Nagoya city.🤘

Must see- Freedom- from Band Maid Akane's crazy solo

At one stage it sound as if the whole band playing. Go Akane the max gorilla...❤❤❤

It was a 3h40min intense concert. The quality they can maintain for this long is impressive. Akane is a beast, among the very best you can find on this planet, but it can take a while to really understand how good she is. Like other members of this band she plays for the song, not to show off. This solo was a rare thing.

Glad you recognised Akane. Band-Maid are my top band and every member is at the top of their game. Her rhythm section bass buddy MISA is also a genius.

The Happiest drummer EVER!!!!!!

A good warmed, considering that the next song in the play list that night is "Black hole"

There are no copyright issues with Band-Maid. They encourage reactions to any of their official videos. That said, this video is NOT an official video and was ripped from their Yokohama DVD, so be careful.

I'm not a drummer, but I could watch her solo drumming forever. She's the only drummer who makes me feel this happy.🥰💞

“Warning” to see if you can catch the four measure fill of triplets

Shambles is a good one for her drumming. FYI she said she spent a lot of her Covid downtime working on her fundamentals

When she studied at a music school, she studied the piano, guitar, played the trumpet, but did not stay anywhere for a long time. In the end, the teacher got tired of her, he took her to the drums and said: "You haven't tried this yet." She tried it and stayed. ))

Akane is Awesome and is a major part of the BAND-MAID sound. Very unique and inspiring and pretty much flawless Live. Can't be a tight band without a top notch drummer.

Kanami announced that she has written a new song where Akane will have a hard time. And another one where Miku will solo on guitar

Check out the MV for ,Shambles,Akane is an absolute beast in the song ,enjoy.

There is a live online performance video from BAND-MAID titled MANNERS/BLACK HOLE It is two songs that are quite different from each other. MANNERS is a sweet groove and BLACK HOLE is melodic chaos at 220bpms. Please give it a try. Akane shines in both. Thank you for reacting to this wonderful combo of 5 talented ladies.

Freedom has a really good solo in the song

Akane is the best drummer and the happiest person!!!

Moratorium, Secret My Lips, Shambles, From Now On and of course Freedom Live to name a few.

Check out Shambles ------ its a drummers dream ----------- !!!!

I don't comment much on RU-vid videos but just wanted to say awesome and fun reaction. \m/ \m/ I've been subbed and enjoying your reactions since your first Band-Maid one... about six months ago... when you did "Domination." That on those Nemophila reactions. \m/ \m/ You shouldn't have to worry about copyright issues with Band-Maid. Somebody in the comments probably already beat me to these suggestions, but for a tasty Akane drum solo within song, I'd recommend "Freedom," the official live video from their "WORLD DOMINATION TOUR"... same concert from where you watched and reacted to "Domination" BTW... on the band's RU-vid channel - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-FHpuEqMAcDg.htmlsi=kAZOFcHSWh0VzFBL For some dirty, gritty groove, I'd go with "Manners" from the "The Day of Maid" for J-LOD LIVE2. The official live video, also on the band's RU-vid channel, is actually a two-fer with "Manners" followed "Black Hole," ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-iaf94nNSRGE.htmlsi=YU9TyQUtRhlRV2W- , which is a pretty good example of how the band can change up styles but still be the fun heck-of-a good time rock band that is Band-Maid. Akane and Misa just go ham on "Black Hole," as does Kanami, Miku, and Misa. The whole video is 7 minutes and 41 seconds; so, I don't know if that is too long for you to do in one reaction or if you would have to break it up. Band-Maid has some really kicking instrumentals like "From Now On" and "Onset" as well "Don’t Be Long." You really cannot go wrong with any of their songs in their discography in my opinion, but I may be a wee bit biased, LOL.

Try: “Ah-Kah-Nay”The joy she drums with is palatable.

...and they immediately went into "Black Hole." So you might want to check that out live. Cheers.

I'm glad you pulled up this drum solo by Akane (Ah-Kahn- Neh). She is an amazing rock drummer (and the happiest one, as well). She is so damned much fun to watch live. Keep reacting to we Maidiac's favorite band in the world, you will get a lot more viewers (and subscribers). The safest thing to do is to go to the official Band-Maid RU-vid channel and react to one of the videos posted on it. These petite young Japanese females are the real rock deal. In my opinion Akane and MISA are the most intuitively brilliant "rhythm section" in rock. "Freedom", the official live video also has a great drum solo by Akane. It's on their officlalRU-vid channel.

With her IEM's, she was making a joke. There had been some comments that she couldn't play in time without the click track. So she teased with her in ears. While smiling as big as the arena.

react sense akane fucos ...sense instrumental akane fucos it's on RU-vid uploaded by a fan

In addition to having great chops she is also notorious for never repeating patterns. Even when she's not doing anything fast and she's just playing along in the Sun and you'll often know that she is constantly changing everything. Must be impossible to memorize that stuff play in case would be the song Dice or Alone. They are both mid-tempo rock songs but if you listen hard you'll notice all kinds of creative accenting. These are not barnburners but show offer creativity in a more subtle way

That's the kind of drum solo you feel you should be able to play as a kid.

The bass player, MISA, has her IEM made so that she can hear outside sounds. She also plays barefoot so that she can feel the drums. Like the others said, "Freedom" live is the video to watch next. To show Akane's versatility, "Don't You Tell ME" official live for the tasteful accents to to guitar/bass solos and "Sayonakidori" acoustic where she plays with 'hot rods' and sings backup.

React to HATE? Her drunming is amazing and relentless under a bass/guitar duel. She is a star among stars! It is an official live MV so it's all good ○ BTW the lyrics are funny as hell. The poor bastard!

Welcome back. These ladies are FIRE!!!!! You may want to check out Shambles(MV). Akane(Ah-Kha-Nay) goes all out King Kong Mode and gives her kit a real thrashing.

From the record BL of this concert Akane says that when the band required double pedals for a rock song, she couldn't use them properly, and she wondered if she should be in this band. However, she continued to practice desperately, not wanting to part with the members. Now, he is an indispensable drummer for the band, playing 220bpm songs with a smile.

Thanks!

Akane dominates in the song Shambles. Power, triples, doubles-she uses the entire kit.

The gorilla! You rock A-chan!

No worries mate we all are busy, but I do agree you NEED more Band Maid in your life. Great reaction nice insights for us non-musicians. We do NOT get mad when you stop you are ADDING to our enjoyment. Please keep it up

1/2 of the best rhythm section in rock...MISA is the other half.

Buddy rich reincarnate

FYI this is the first drum solo Akane has ever done that was completely improvised on the spot

BLOOMING!!!

'Fredom' LIVE has a drum solo in it. And yes, I am a musician. And BAND-MAID are Musician's Musicians. You may have noticed in 'Domination' LIVE the band gathering around the drum kit to make funny faces at her to make her laugh and f*ck up the hard part. Ha! Not a chance! She is Akane "The Beast" Hirose. Half Gorilla & Half Drum Machine. The only time she's messed up was she was playing so hard her I-Ears became unplugged and couldn't hear the backing tracks, so she missed the cue to start the next song and everyone started without her. It was very funny!

Satan kicked Akane out of hell because she was TOO DAMN LOUD 🤘

It would be normal to think that the song after the solo is lighter to let her rest, but no, it is the fastest song in their catalog, 220bpm.

Ok.... I scrolled back and found the "Domination" reaction you did "6 months ago". Yo... you luv Band-Maid; we know it too. Time to start your Band-Maid pigeon (rabbit) hole. Us Maidiac's guarantee you will be hooked immediately! Next song: "Real Existence" mv "Onset" official live video "Rinne" mv "From Now On" mv "Hate?" official live video ...that should get you started. Band-Maid, the best rock band on Earth!

Definitely Freedom live if to haven't yet. Also, the OMVs for Dice, Influencer, Shambles and From Now On. For early banger, Real Existence OMV.

I will be surprised if this doesn't get a copyright infringement strike. Stick to official video from the Band-Maid RU-vid channel and you should be ok as the band (especially Akane) has been known to watch and enjoy reactions to their songs. There is a drum Solo on the official live video of Freedom. Some other song suggestions for you are Moratorium, No God, and Rinne which all have some serious double kick bass drum patterns. Also check out Onset, From Now On, Without Holding Back, About Us, Play, Why Why Why, Clang, Endless Story, and both versions (live and video) of Don't You Tell Me. They have a catalog of over one hundred great songs. If you are not fond of one then choose another because it will be much different than the one before it and the next one to follow. Have fun with it!

Jimmy page love Akane style of drumming

from JAPAN. AKANEAKANE The GORILA. Sometimes she goes into King Kong mode. I love her big smile. 🦍🔥🦍🔥🦍🔥🦍🔥🦍🔥

If you want to see her exhibiting egoless ensemble perfection, check out Don’t You Tell Me. The MV is about eight years old and amazing enough, but the Live, also from Yokohama, is jaw dropping. Subtle perfection during the solo(s) section and her transition back to the main song is a magic trick.

Thanks from Japan 有難う💛。I witnessed this performance at Yokohama Arena on Nov.26 last year. One of the seven wonders of Band-Maid is "How can Akane do that intricate, fast, ,powerful but partially delicate drum solo creating dynamic undulation by laughing with her mouth wide open ? (It's not just a smile)" 😄

I can't read, write, or play any mudic but I am a lyricist. I once asked a drummer friend of mine (Johnny Dee of Britny Fox and Doro) how he came up with his drum solos because it really intrigued me. To this day his answer confuses me. He told me that he comes up with his solos the same way I come up with and write my lyrics. But I'm coming up with words in the English language that piece together to form ideas and sentences. He's coming up with sounds. If i knew music maybe I'd understand but I have no clue what he meant.

The way she drives yet fits the song always gets me. I personally love what she does in Wonderland and Secret my lips, nothing super fast, just perfect for the songs.

Here's an astounding drum solo. The long version of Santana's Soul Sacrifice at Woodstock '69. Their first album was due for release 2 weeks later and nobody really knew who they were but they left with over 400,000 new fans that day! The drummer Michael Shrieve had just turned 20. He was looking for somebody to jam with and none of his friends wanted to so he went by himself. Carlos Santana jammed with him and hired him then. The keyboardist, Greg Rollie went on to form Journey later. They were scheduled to play that night so when Jerry Garcia from the Grateful Dead offered them some drugs, they took them. Then they got called up wayyy ahead of schedule. Amazing performance!! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-sSp05euvRNU.html&pp=ygUYc291bCBzYWNyaWZpY2Ugd29vZHN0b2Nr

Akane's real superpower are killer fills. Solos she's ok. Oh and Band-Maid doesn't copyright reactions for their oficial release content on RU-vid. This clip is not official released and it could actually be blocked or something. 😅

CHeck out no god mate

You really need to see FREEDOM live for a drum solo. You also really need HATE? live from Yokohama Arena too and although there is no drum solo you can hear her thundering away in the background.

Akane(you got it right the first time) is an arena drummer(like a Bonham), she was made for it, it is who she is and she is right up there with the best arena drummers.

Good job!

You should watch "Freedom" (official live video) -- this is MANDATORY for all drummers watching Band-Maid! It features a good drum solo. It comes from the same concert as "Domination" (live). You should also watch "Manners"/"Black Hole" (double feature video). Not only does "Manners" start with drums, turning into a drum and bass lead-in, but the other song "Black Hole" -- their most manic prog rock song -- hits 220 bpm. Poor Akane could not play it at first, but she practised until she nailed it.

I haven't seen it mentioned but definitely check out the Dice/Hate live from Lollapalooza.

Try the song Rinne by Band-Maid.

There are just her warmups lol. A good check out is "sense" instrumental Akane version you get 2 cams with 1 on the feet

Akane is awesome in any song, but for me it's Giovanni and Balance where Akane's drum shines. Her use of multiple rhythmic patterns in their songs elevates the music to the next level! BTW this particular solo leads to Blackhole, which highlights her speed but she never does straight blast beats throughout the song, you can still hear the groove. I'm not a musician but I was in a brass band club like Akane did for 6 years and played piano as in my teenage years. I didn't find my right instrument though 😅😂

She is a beast on the drums 🥁 🤘

That smile though 🙂

Imagine how good this is without the pointless interruptions...

Hello from England. Great reaction young man. I've said this before but I've only ever seen one other drummer that plays with Akane's power and passion. He plays with a band called Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem. Check him out and you'll see what I mean. Freedom (live) should be your next stop. Then Manners / Black Hole (live). A few of their songs are really, really good. The rest are absolutely phenomenal.

Nice reaction greeting from germany i love this girls

IMO - best current drummer. With The Warning's Pau a close 2nd I suggest these Band Maid songs: Dice, Manners, Bubble & Blooming