International rock sensations BAND-MAID just completed the final date of their Moeru no? Moenai no? Docchi na no!? tour which saw the girls serve 10 shows around Japan. The tour finale was held at Shinkiba STUDIO COAST in Tokyo on November 24th which sold out and was adorned by a staggering 25 song set-list.
With their difficult-to-obtain tickets in hand, the masters and princesses lined the crowd, waiting in silence and absolute anticipation for BAND-MAID’s entrance.
The stage was decorated gorgeously with a giant chandelier overhead and 5 LED monitors that looked like Western style windows. In that moment, the members stepped onto stage gallantly with no speech or introduction and opened their tour finale immediately with their latest single “Choose me” to the roars of screaming fans.
It began with Saiki’s vocals: this brand new lead track symbolic of the band raised the voltage of fans in the room as the band gave an electrifying performance and full-on opening course. The madness continued as they went onto “Don’t you tell ME.” The energetic performance encapsulated the masters and princesses with their heavy sound, transforming Shinkiba STUDIO COAST into a hard rock haven.
A bellowing base drum signaled the start of “Moratorium” and ensued Saiki instructing everyone to jump, synchronizing both the band members and masters and princesses in a heated musical moment.
In the following section, guitarist and vocalist Miku Kobato and Saiki left the stage to give space for AKANE’s drum solo. Bassist Misa and guitarist Kanami joined in the instrumental session, stirring the rock hearts of fans with a first-of-a-kind display of their rock skills.
Miku then greeted fans, saying “Welcome home, my masters and princesses. Welcome to BAND-MAID’s serving.” This was followed by Saiki’s frenzied beckon as she asked “I can’t hear you. Put your hands up!” Fans responded accordingly in a display of their fighting spirit which led into the next part of this intense night.
The sound of a piano indicated the start of “Awkward,” a track loved by masters and princesses overseas, before the band went on to perform “Daydreaming” with Saiki’s stand-out vocals. The crowd was dazzled with captivating lights and lasers which turned the performance into a truly entrancing experience.
When the intro to “YOLO” began to trickle, the masters and princesses stood there completely still in adoration of Saiki’s singing voice before the room turned into a rock haven once more. Kanami’s guitar solos were truly fantastic in “YOLO” and “alone” as each fan was swallowed by BAND-MAID’s world.
Misa’s powerful and bouncy bass solo also shined on “Brand-New Road,” and Miku’s lead vocals garnished the serving of “TIME.”
The set was a non-stop advance to an endless string of songs, and then it happened. Miku’s ritual good luck call-and-response made its appearance, shifting the rock atmosphere on its side for maid cafe inspired chants “moe moe” and “kyun kyun” which echoed through the room.
When the good luck charm session came to a close, the rock returned for another wrecking as the band played their new song “One and only” which is used as the theme song for the movie “Kuruibana.” This was followed by their defining track “REAL EXISTENCE” and then “Play” which had all the rock kids dancing at rock festivals up and down Japan this year.
“Play” was graced by Misa’s slap bass and Kanami & Akane’s guitar solos. Pillars of fire blazed the room all the way to the roof, turning it red, fortifying the rock atmosphere ever more. The lyrics were projected on the LED monitors at the back of the stage during “secret My lips,” bringing together everybody in the room and showing everyone their growth into a defining rock band.
“Give us everything you’ve got!” Those words preceded the final track “the non-fiction days” during which the crowd definitely met the members’ expectations, exploding as the night drew to a close. The flame pillars were used once more as in the music video for “the non-fiction days” before settling and concluding the end of what was BAND-MAID’s biggest solo show to date.
BAND-MAID’s solo tour was taken to 17 different locations around Japan and overseas where BAND-MAID were able to sharpen their sound as a band and show the fans at the finale just what they are now capable of.
BAND-MAID continue to spread their wings across the world. Don’t miss out on BAND-MAID’s additional show at Zepp DiverCity in Tokyo on December 9th.
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BAND-MAID Okyuuji Tour Autumn-Winter 2017 “Moeru no? Moenai no? Docchi na no!?” ～Moe vs Moe～
Date: Saturday December 9, 2017
Venue: Zepp DiverCity Tokyo
Time: OPEN 17:00 / START 18:00
Tickets: Advance – ￥4,320 (tax incl.) / Same-Day TBC
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BAND-MAID Official Website: http://bandmaid.tokyo/?lang=en
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This new song is a ballad written during the 2022 U.S. tour and performed for the first time at the Tokyo Garden Theater on January 9, 2023. The music video begins with footage of Miku Kobato standing alone in the wilderness of Lancaster, Los Angeles, and both American and Japanese fans will be enamored with the unique natural touches present in the new release.
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Release Date: February 22, 2023
Streaming Link: https://band-maid.lnk.to/memorable
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Release Date: April 26, 2023
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The popular female rock band BAND-MAID will perform for the first time at KNOTFEST JAPAN 2023, scheduled for April 1 and April 2 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba.
KNOTFEST was begun by the American heavy metal band Slipknot, and the festival has been held yearly since 2012. BAND-MAID will perform on Day 1 along with headliners Slipknot, Trivium, and MAN WITH A MISSION.
Tickets for the May shows to be held in the United States as part of the BAND-MAID 10TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR are none on sale. The group managed to bring in over 20,000 fans during their solo U.S. tour in 2022. In addition to performing at Pointfest 2023, Welcome to Rockville 2023, and the Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival, BAND-MAID will also perform six solo shows. With some venues selling out instantly last year, you’ll want to snag tickets while you can!
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*BAND-MAID to perform on Day 1, April 1
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Venue: Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Halls 9-11
https://knotfestjapan.com
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BAND-MAID, the globally popular girl’s rock band, has announced more details about the U.S. leg of their BAND-MAID 10TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR. The group managed to bring in over 20,000 fans during their solo U.S. tour in 2022. In March 2023, the 10th-anniversary celebration will begin, with the group once again planning to visit the United States in May and August. In addition to performing at Pointfest 2023, Welcome to Rockville 2023, and the Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival, BAND-MAID will also perform six solo shows. Events in August will be announced later.
Some venues on last year’s tour sold out immediately, so the competition is sure to be fierce again this time around. For details on purchasing tickets, check the official website. BAND-MAID is currently appearing as the opening act for THE LAST ROCKSTARS Live Debut 2023 Tokyo – New York – Los Angeles, which began on February 3. The group will hold the finale of their 10th-anniversary tour at Yokohama Arena, marking the largest-ever solo performance.
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Fri, May 19, 2023 Atlanta, GA Buckhead
Sun, May 21, 2023 Nashville, TN Brooklyn Bowl
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https://www.1057thepoint.com/shows/pointfest-2023/WELCOME TO ROCKVILLE 2023
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https://welcometorockville.com/Sonic Temple Art & Music Festival
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The popular girl rock ground BAND-MAID will perform at the outdoor rock festival Pointfest 2023 in St. Louis, Missouri.
The festival will be held on May 27, 2023. Organized by the alternative rock radio station KPNT, the event is one of the oldest rock festivals in the U.S., with the first taking place 30 years ago in 1993.
This year's headliners include Incubus and The Pretty Reckless. BAND-MAID is sure to be a huge draw at the event–one of the most popular girl bands overseas, the group pulled in over 20,000 fans on their U.S. tour last year.
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Date: May 27, 2023 *U.S. Local Time
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Rock group BAND-MAID has been chosen as the opening act for THE LAST ROCKSTARS' first live concert in the U.S., THE LAST ROCKSTARS Live Debut 2023 Tokyo - New York - Los Angeles, starting February 3, 2023.
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This time around, BAND-MAID will perform as the opening act for one of the most impressive rock bands in recent memory. THE LAST ROCKSTARS is composed of YOSHIKI, HYDE, SUGIZO, and MIYAVI, making it a superband like no other. This will be the first time the newly-formed group will perform in the U.S.
The Ariake Arena concert on January 27 was broadcast live on WOWOW and was also streamed in movie theaters throughout Japan. The February 10 show in Los Angeles will also be streamed, so be sure to tune in!Information
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The sold-out TOKYO GARDEN THEATER performance is also available to stream. Tickets are now available through February 8 and fans around the world are welcome to enjoy this incredible show from the comfort of their own home! To commemorate BAND-MAID’s 10th anniversary, a high-resolution stream of all works after the group’s transfer to Pony Canyon will be available on streaming sites starting January 10. Information
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