Dude, I'm 59 and a Spanish member of the wolf pack. Tired of listening to old bands with old songs, Japanese rock has revolutionized everything, especially these heavy metal goddesses. With friendliness, beauty, great quality and professionalism. I love them. Asami is incredible for her voice, presence and beauty, and her colleagues are amazing for what they can do on stage. I've seen them live twice recently, and reality is stranger than fiction. They are the queens.
Who says you can't be happy while playing metal? Far too many metal bands feel they must cosplay angry or depressed outlaw bikers. With LOVEBITES, it is about the music, and their music is really, really good. They are one of the most talented metal bands on the planet.
This live was the first event after LOVEBITES' long hiatus (2 years). This song was the first song to introduce the new bassist "Fami". It was beautiful to see all the band members celebrating and cheering on Fami's debut. ---------- from Nippon *This text was translated using Google Translate. I hope I conveyed the correct meaning.
Missed your first reaction, but: Congratulations on discovering Lovebites. In their first five years of existence, they put themselves on par with the greatest bands of metal’s golden age. If they are not your thing, then you probably simply don’t like melodic metal, because they are the best at it. They recently went on a year-and-a half hiatus while they waited out the pandemic and searched for a new bassist, after their founder and original bassist left the band for personal reasons. They announced the new bassist in October 2022 (see below) and dropped their first new song on December 22. Their new album, “Judgement Day”, was released two months later. They did their first live performances in more than two years in summer of 2023, with their new bassist Fami. Their very first show was commemorated on the DVD “Knocking on Heaven’s Gate”. They have posted four performances from that DVD: ”Hammer of Wrath” (you just watched this); “Judgement Day” ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-yYEUGlFNBKc.html “Nameless Warrior” ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Dl29tiJCbNM.html and “Liar” ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-YWHPfnJz2qk.html All of them are barn-burners. They have also posted: “Stand and Deliver” ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-cNi-OEjzMdA.html “Swan Song” ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-bK21cuI-V7c.html “MDO” ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-4jhqEGTKoSg.html and “We the United” ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-UnNxvgLI_Rg.html from the second concert. Some background: They were formed in 2016 from the remnants of a legendary all-girl Japanese metal band called Destrose (yes, all-girl metal has been a thing in Japan since at least 1981). Miho (bass, chief headbanger and founder of the band) had a vision of a new band in the style of the great European bands of the golden age of metal. She recruited her former bandmate Haruna (drums, 4'9" “pocket nuclear reactor”); they needed two world-class guitarists, and so they went and found Midori and Miyako, who were with other groups. The four of them then found Asami, the singer, who was doing soul and blues at the time (she was also trained in ballet). Miyako has composed a little more than half of their music, with Miho composing a lot of their thrashier songs in collaboration with Mao, the lead composer of another band called Lightbringer. Midori has also been getting into the act, and they regularly perform a song written by Haruna as well. Asami writes most of the lyrics and is also getting involved in composing. In mid-2021, Miho left the band she had founded, for personal reasons. They went on hiatus while they searched for a new bassist, and during that time, two of them had babies, even as the band were writing and rehearsing their new album. They recently announced the new bassist, Fami, who is a young phenom and herself a composer and multi-instrumentalist. Their first song with Fami is “Judgement Day” ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-m3uGjp-P7DI.html The instrumentalists studied all the great historical metal bands going back to Purple and Sabbath, through Maiden, Priest, Metallica, Helloween, Slayer etc. They have incorporated some of the best of each of those bands into their arsenal, and have created a sound that is fresh and cutting edge while paying tribute to the old masters. They toured with Dragonforce in 2019, and word from those in attendance was that next time around, it will be the ladies headlining. They do everything from soulful power ballads to heavy thrash. Almost every song includes face-melting solos by Miyako and Midori. The two guitarists are quite different in style and tone. Midori (blonde ponytail) is the extrovert and speed demon; Miyako is the introvert, with the more soulful feel (though she can also shred like crazy). Midori uses a cleaner tone, Miyako uses more distortion, pinch harmonics and pedal effects. The contrast makes their duets rich and dynamic. It doesn’t hurt that either one can smoke most of the shredders in the classic metal bands. As another reviewer said, "It seems criminal these two are allowed to be in the same band." Here are more clips you should check out: “Set the World on Fire” ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-99zsH6iG_6c.html from their 2021 concert DVD “Heavy Metal Never Dies”. “Don’t Bite the Dust” ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-oHnKGEj1CMc.html, from the same concert; "Edge of the World" and "We the United", back to back: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-sl0-U-ykJCU.html They form an incredible journey from darkness and despair to light and hope. Also, “Empty Daydream”, which starts as a ballad and becomes a real rocker: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-lXh_uMM94jU.html; Perhaps their greatest masterpiece, a showcase of multi-instrumental virtuosity and even classical dance: “A Frozen Serenade” ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Ae8pQVu-RN8.html (with lyrics embedded) or ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-sEjN7dAh4ok.html for a 1080p version. Miyako is also a virtuoso concert pianist, and was headed for a career in classical music, before picking up the guitar. She is self-taught on the guitar. If you want to see what she can do on the piano, watch “Swan Song” WITH the prelude, which is Chopin’s “Revolutionary Etude” (official name Étude Opus 10, No. 12 in C minor). Miyako wrote “Swan Song” using elements from several classical pieces including the Etude. This link should work: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WBhtqgiXEA4.html. For a thrasher with heavy Slayer and Metallica vibes, “Break the Wall” ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-5Pc0XK0lNmU.html includes two gorgeous and completely contrasting solos by M&M. For a heart-stopping ballad, “Epilogue” ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-1ynnXDfEnnY.html (this includes a second song, your choice whether or not to react to both) While you will sometimes hear you should only react to live clips, actually their MV’s are epic and worth seeing. Here are four of the most spectacular: "Shadowmaker" ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Brmoln5Gxus.html This is the song that blew up and melted faces all over the world "When Destinies Align" ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-hLFelI93VkM.html "Glory to the World" ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE--wJtD2XEXH4.html "Winds of Transylvania" ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-HsE4Ub_Pjh8.html. They have a new album dropping end of August-don’t miss it, there will be new singles along with it. You'll get lots of suggestions, just one thing: don't bother with Bloodstock footage, the sound quality is poor. Best to take suggestions with actual links. Also, you can’t go wrong with any of their official clips. Welcome to the Wolf-Pack!
There are many reasons why Lovebites is my favorite band ever. When I first heard Led Zeppelin back in 1970 (The Immigrant Song) when I was 10, my metal journey began. 54 years later, still here. In comparison to almost every other band I've ever heard, Lovebites musicianship is as close to flawless as it can get. What they play is the perfect blend of power/thrash/speed/heavy metal. They sprinkle it with their influences from the late 70's to early 90's, toss in classical influences, and they create Lovebites metal. Based on your first two reactions to them, take them head on. Looking forward to more reactions. Do you like Slayer? Try "Break the Wall" live: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-5Pc0XK0lNmU.htmlsi=YXyZx2_I5-7d2RHD
Normally, I'd casually say 'You should go to their concert if you get the chance,' but it seems like you're really interested in them, so I'll tell you this: 'You should go see their live show, no matter what it takes.' They are the real deal. Have a great day. ✨🥰🤘
@@B-Drags-Den Here is the current information on the US tour: Sep 6: ProgPower USA Day 3 *SOLD OUT Sep 8: The Echo, Dallas Sep 10: Echoplex, L.A. Sep 12: Cafe Du Nord, San Francisco *SOLD OUT
Great reaction! There are so many good things going on in this performance, it takes a few listens to let it all sink in. The crowd chant, Haruna's toms during the solos, the interactions on stage, so much more, this will always be in my top 5 favorites from LOVEBITES. 🤘🐺🤘
All Lovebites albums and official DVDs have been mixed and post-produced by Finnvox. The legendary finnish studio (Nightwish, Amorphis, Stratovarius, etc) That is why they sound so good.
You have barely scratched the surface with this band as they have a current catalogue of about 60 original songs which none is bad. Here's more thrash - "Set the World on Fire" LIVE : ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-99zsH6iG_6c.html
There are still over 60 films left to be made, full live list until 2022 below: Heavy Metal Never Dies 2021 Playlist: ru-vid.com/group/PLuV3rc8lTRfINwUQTcUbzpKQp9Q6lVVN1 Awake Again 2020 Playlist: ru-vid.com/group/PLuV3rc8lTRfLAFtKF9-tFKzW5A9H4KvFR Five Of A Kind 2020 Playlist: ru-vid.com/group/PLuV3rc8lTRfIHP8lqv9M-JMGCHyR-zsp7 Invitation To Theater 2019 Playlist: ru-vid.com/group/PLuV3rc8lTRfJlDduSikoFZvMIIRkzDq8x Daughters Of The Dawn 2019 Playlist: ru-vid.com/group/PLuV3rc8lTRfLhypVGuIC_YJSMg2JZZOcG Crusaders Standing At Wacken 2018 Playlist: ru-vid.com/group/PLuV3rc8lTRfK7BvYDySMI4ZDQXU0c4Jau Battle In The East 2018 Playlist: ru-vid.com/group/PLuV3rc8lTRfJzimMW5B51SmLaDEeODORT
Thanks so much for reacting to mind-blowing Lovebites and spreading the word because they deserve more recognition. By this time you’ve noticed that these women are extremely talented, skillful and proficient musicians. Their live performances are just outstanding. Some people say that they’re breaking the walls of stereotypes in the metal scene. They just finished their European tour with great success and they have four dates in September in the USA. Next recommendation “Judgement day” or “Set the world on fire”.
FAMI was just a high school girl bass uber, but then she asked herself, ‘What am I going to do when I graduate from high school?’ but the fact that LOVEBITES was her first professional band is also interesting.
This is the first number in their 'come back' concert in March 2023 following a two year hiatus after original bassist Miho left the band for personal reasons in 2021. They waited for the Covid situation to improve, and Miyako and Asami both had babies during the break. It was the first time on stage with the band for new bassist Fami and her first big concert, she was only 20 when recruited into the band in late 2022 and still at university. You can tell from her ear to ear grin she is having a blast. 😁🐺
THE THIN LINE BETWEEN LOVE AND HATE World Tour 2024 June 14 - New Cross Inn, London, UK (sold out) June 15 - Zik Zak, Ittre, BELGIUM (sold out) June 18 - Club Vaudeville, Lindau, GERMANY June 19 - Legend Club, Milan, ITALY (sold out) June 22 - Rock Imperium Festival, SPAIN June 25 - La Maroquinerie, Paris, FRANCE (sold out) June 28 - Hellfest, FRANCE (on main stage, sold out) June 29 - Resurrection Fest, SPAIN July 1 - The Garage, London, UK July 4 - Roskilde Festival, DENMARK (sold out) August 10 - Jeonju Ultimate Music Festival 2024, KOREA August 11 - Rolling Hall, Seoul, KOREA Sept 1 - Tokyo Garden Theater, Tokyo, JAPAN Sept 6 - ProgPower, Atlanta, USA (co-headliner, sold out) Sept 8 - The Echo Lounge & Music Hall, Dallas, US Sept 10 - Echoplex, Los Angeles, US Sept 12 - Café du Nord, San Francisco, US (sold out)
Yeah The production is by the same people producing Nightwish other songs with the new bassist new songs Judgement Day,Stand & Deliver (Shoot 'Em Down) Solitary Soldier and older songs Liar, We The United,M.D.O
LOVEBITES - The Hammer Of Wrath lyrics: What's the worst way to die？ Burning to death, or drowning？ Everyone laughs in derision There's no hope at all Why is the world rotting away Howling in pain, they slowly die All of the sorrow is murderous The insanity (Burn up) They're calling me (Burn up) It's do or die (Burn up) Get ready for hell (Bring down justice to the wicked) Don't look away from the mistakes Open your eyes, and see the truth When lightning cracks the blackened sky Listen to the screams of distress It's like a bad dream but it's not No way to get out, a living nightmare Bring down the Hammer of Wrath Who will be the next to burn？ God only knows the victim Everyone knows they are innocent All the hope is gone In despair they pass away There was no hope to begin with Even the angels are giving up Looking down on us Will this night ever break dawn (Bring down justice to the wicked) SOLO: midori / mi-ya [miyako] What's the worst way to die？ Burning to death, or drowning？ Everyone laughs in derision There's no hope at all Why is the world rotting away Howling in pain, they slowly die All of the sorrow is murderous The insanity (Burn up) They're calling me (Burn up) It's do or die (Burn up) Get ready for hell (Bring down justice to the wicked) Don't look away from the mistakes Open your eyes, and see the truth When lightning cracks the blackened sky Listen to the screams of distress It's like a bad dream but it's not No way to get out, a living nightmare Bring down the Hammer of Wrath Bring down the Hammer of Wrath SOLO: mi-ya [miyako] ----- lyrics: miho music: miho & Mao arrangement: LOVEBITES (miho, haruna, midori, miyako, asami) & Mao album: Awakening From Abyss 10/25/2017
A new EP and also a Blu-ray will be released on August 28. „LOVEBITES EP II“ will also contain a re-recording of the debut „LOVEBITES EP“ in a limited edition „Memorial of the Warrior Souls“ is the recording of last years paid livestream which features 7 live versions from „Judgement Day“ album including „Soldier stands solitarily“
Do yourself a favor. If you don’t want to get addicted don’t go to a live show. I dare all (so called) great bands to deliver the same experience without any backup or roadies. I’ve seen none even come close and beside that stay so humble and human. These ladies are unique
Thanks for your reaction! I suggest checking out: LOVEBITES - 'Rising' ('Five of a Kind' - Live at Zepp DiverCity, Tokyo, 2020) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-6nci8KtXJPk.html
There are still over 60 films left to be made, full live list until 2022 below: Heavy Metal Never Dies 2021 Playlist: ru-vid.com/group/PLuV3rc8lTRfINwUQTcUbzpKQp9Q6lVVN1 Awake Again 2020 Playlist: ru-vid.com/group/PLuV3rc8lTRfLAFtKF9-tFKzW5A9H4KvFR Five Of A Kind 2020 Playlist: ru-vid.com/group/PLuV3rc8lTRfIHP8lqv9M-JMGCHyR-zsp7 Invitation To Theater 2019 Playlist: ru-vid.com/group/PLuV3rc8lTRfJlDduSikoFZvMIIRkzDq8x Daughters Of The Dawn 2019 Playlist: ru-vid.com/group/PLuV3rc8lTRfLhypVGuIC_YJSMg2JZZOcG Crusaders Standing At Wacken 2018 Playlist: ru-vid.com/group/PLuV3rc8lTRfK7BvYDySMI4ZDQXU0c4Jau Battle In The East 2018 Playlist: ru-vid.com/group/PLuV3rc8lTRfJzimMW5B51SmLaDEeODORT
Almost everyone who uses the word "best" or "better' in relation to a band really just means "my favourite". They aren't making an objective assessment of some aspect of the band - rather they are just saying what they like. LOVEBITES and The Warning are two VERY different bands. One plays classic metal and the other plays hard rock. It's like saying apples are "better" than oranges. Having said all that, LOVEBITES' music is much more technically complex than The Warning's music. Based on the available evidence (i.e. their music videos), so it is objectively true that LOVEBITES members are superior musicians. But musicianship is only one aspect of a band's performance.
@@1970Phoenix Very good point, people can really get caught up with their emotions, I really don't like comparing the Bands since all of it is completely subjective. I've seen way too much of the comparison game, and I'm just tired of it. Thanks for stating this because it really needs to be addressed.
@@1970Phoenix that is true,, if you want to use the word " better" there should be proof,, but as you can see/ hear from their.music, the warning is just an amateur compared to how lovebites plays their instruments,, the twin lead guitar of lovebites is the best proof,, dany from the warning is nowhere near the skills of miyako and midori,, pau drumming is just some childplay for haruna and the basic bass lines of ale is nothing but an elementary basslines for fami and yet the fans claiming that the warning is better than lovebites..Lol. AND ALSO IMO MUSICIANSHIP IS EVERYTHING WHEN IT COMES TO PLAYING HARD ROCK / METAL MUSIC,, do you really think that a band with a good stage presence is better than Metalica, ACDC, Black Sabath, led zep, Dream Theater ?????
@@akatzukianlun There are plenty of bands who play relatively simple songs that don't require much technical skill, but those songs are very popular. Take the list you gave - ACDC, Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin all play music with a (relatively) low level of technicality. Metallica and Dream Theater however play with a much higher level of technicality. So, your list has basically proved my point, so thanks for that.
