The world-famous all-girl band BAND-MAID will be the first Japanese band to perform at Lollapalooza in the US in 2023, about 13 years after X JAPAN. It has been revealed that the artwork for their first studio album in about three and a half years, “Epic Narratives,” to be released on September 25th, and the music video for “SHOW THEM” (under the name BAND-MAID with The Warning), which will be released in advance from the album on August 7th, will be released on YouTube at 0:00 JST at the same time as the album’s release.
The artwork for the new album was produced by SAIKI (Vo.) as well. The artwork is eye-catching, depicting the scenery around the tower, which was also a symbol of the package design for the 10th anniversary concert released in March. Early reservations for the new album “Epic Narratives” will include a CD containing the HALL TOUR 2024 opening sound effect “Seasoned,” as well as seven original bonuses for each shop. Images of the bonuses have also been released, so try to find what you’re looking for. The early reservation bonuses are available for reservations made by August 7th, so make sure to make your reservation quickly. The various bonuses are as voluminous as always, so please check the official website and SNS for details.
In addition, at the same time as the release of BAND-MAID with The Warning’s “SHOW THEM,” which will be released in advance of the new album on August 7, a music video featuring the two bands performing together will premiere on BAND-MAID’s official YouTube channel. A “SHOW THEM” teaser titled “BAND-MAID vs The Warning,” which shows members of each part contrasting each other, was released on social media and YouTube Shorts of the world-famous BAND-MAID and the Mexican national trio of sister bands The Warning, and attracted a lot of attention. The music video was apparently filmed in Tokyo when The Warning visited Japan. It is the only video that shows the two bands performing passionately against the backdrop of Tokyo’s cityscape and skyscrapers, so it is a must-see for rock fans.
BAND-MAID will be performing at many festivals, including RISING SUN ROCK FESTIVAL 2024 and SUMMER SONIC 2024, as well as a special edition Oyatsubi and a solo performance at ZEPP TOUR. Tickets for the ZEPP TOUR are currently being accepted by lottery, so a scramble is expected.
In addition, the “BAND-MAID ACOUSTIC OKYUJI” concert held on March 20th will be available exclusively to fans from August 10th, so be sure to check it out.
BAND-MAID with The Warning “SHOW THEM”
Available from Wednesday, August 7, 2024
BAND-MAID with The Warning “SHOW THEM” Official Music Video
BAND-MAID ZEPP TOUR 2024
November 2nd ZEPP NAGOYA
November 3rd ZEPP OSAKA BAYSIDE
November 25th ZEPP HANEDA
November 26th ZEPP HANEDA
Currently accepting official ticket lottery advance orders
https://bandmaid.tokyo/contents/763114
BAND-MAID ACOUSTIC OKYUJI Exclusive distribution to the leader
https://bandmaid.tokyo/contents/772144
BAND-MAID 『Epic Narratives』
Release date: Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Limited edition (CD+Blu-ray+LIVE PHOTOBOOK)
PCCA-06328 ¥12,100 (tax included)
Special specifications
First press limited edition (CD+DVD)
PCCA-06329 ¥8,800 (tax included)
Standard specifications
Regular Edition (CD only)
PCCA-06330 ¥3,300 (tax included)
Standard specifications
Contents
Common to all CD formats
Total of 14 songs included (10 new songs)
Memorable
Shambles
Bestie
Protect You
SHOW THEM *BAND-MAID with The Warning
Toi and moi
Magie
Forbidden Tale
Go easy
Brightest Star
The one
Letters to you
TAMAYA!
Get to the top
*The track order will be announced at a later date.
Blu-ray/DVD
*Included only in the limited edition and first press limited edition
“THE DAY OF MAID” performance (live) video held on May 10, 2024
To book please go to:
https://band-maid.lnk.to/EpicNarratives_CD
*Price and contents are subject to change without notice.
Early booking bonus: CD containing “Seasoned”
Reservation period: Sunday, July 14, 2024 to Wednesday, August 7, 2024
If you pre-order BAND-MAID’s “Epic Narratives” during the pre-order period mentioned above, you will receive a CD containing the opening sound effects for “Seasoned” (HALL TOUR 2024) as an early reservation bonus.
*One bonus item will be given for each reserved product.
*In addition to the original bonuses from each shop, we will also give you bonuses for early reservations.
*Reservation deadline is Wednesday, August 7, 2024.
Physical stores: Until closing time / Online shop: Until 18:00 on the same day.
*The bonus will be given to you at the same time as the product.
*Some stores may not offer the bonuses, so please check when making your reservation or purchase.
*For details, please contact each store or online shop.
Original benefits by shop
Amazon.co.jp: Drawstring bag
Tower Records and TOWER mini stores, Tower Records Online: Record keychain
Nationwide HMV/HMV&BOOKS online: Tin magnets
Rakuten Books: Vinyl slider case *Delivered in original delivery box
Seven Net Shopping: Acrylic Coasters
Neowing: A4 clear file
Pony Canyon Shopping Club, other companies: postcards
Customers who pre-order BAND-MAID’s “Epic Narratives” at the participating stores listed above will receive an original bonus gift from each store on a first-come, first-served basis.
*The design of the bonus will be released at a later date.
*The bonus will be given on a first-come, first-served basis, and will end when stock runs out. Please note. *Some stores may not carry the product, so please check when making a reservation or purchase. *If you make a reservation on an EC site, if you would like to purchase a product with a bonus, please make sure to order from the bonus cart.
Please note that on some e-commerce sites, pre-ordered items may not be able to be cancelled.
Regarding Rakuten Books’ “BAND-MAID Original Delivery Box”
*Only available to customers who purchase eligible products from Rakuten Books, the products will be delivered in an original BAND-MAID delivery box with an original design.
*Quantities are limited. Offer will end once stock is exhausted.
*The delivery box will be delivered with the delivery slip, barcode, and tape directly attached. In addition, we will not accept exchanges due to dirt or damage during delivery.
BAND-MAID Extra Edition: Serving Medium in Summer
August 30th Spotify O-EAST
https://bandmaid.tokyo/contents/766655
Artist Information
Official website:https://bandmaid.tokyo
Official YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@BANDMAID
Formula X:https://x.com/bandmaid
Official Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bandmaid.jp/
profile
~The world-famous all-girl band “BAND-MAID” has toured the US to an audience of over 20,000~
Their hard rock sound, which is in stark contrast to their maid appearance, has won support from fans and media around the world, with a total of over 200 million views on YouTube. Reaction videos from fans around the world are also being released one after another on YouTube, with over 40 million views. They are also supported by rock and metal fans, and are now the most popular girl band overseas, with over 20,000 people attending their 2022 US tour. To date, they have been rocking the stages of major festivals in Japan and conducting world tours almost every year. To date, they have toured the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe, with each performance selling out.
In 2019, they announced a tour partnership with Live Nation, one of the world’s largest event organizers, and released the album “Conqueror,” produced by rock legend Tony Visconti.
In 2020, he announced an alliance with United Talent Agency as a US development partner and released the album “Unseen World.”
She will make her Hollywood debut in the 2021 Netflix film “Kate.”
In 2022, they will hold a US tour with an audience of over 20,000 people. All venues will be sold out, and they will also appear in the Japan tour of “Guns N’ Roses”.
In 2023, they will hold a 10th anniversary tour around the world, and will appear at four major overseas festivals, including Lollapalooza, one of the world’s largest festivals.
The band concluded their 10th anniversary with a successful solo concert at Yokohama Arena as the final show of their tour.
2024 will be the “start of a new chapter,” and on September 25th, they will release their first full album in three and a half years. The full album will include “Shambles” (the ending theme song for Season 2 of the anime “Kengan Ashura”).
The album contains 14 tracks, including “Bestie” (co-written with Michael Aaron Einziger (Gt) of Incubus, known for the composer of Avicii’s “Wake me up”), “Protect You” (the ending theme of the TV anime Grendizer U), and “SHOW THEM,” a collaboration with the world-famous Mexican band of three sisters, The Warning. With this long-awaited full-length album, the band continues to make great strides towards their goal of “world domination.”
The Warning Profile
The Warning delivers a much-needed adrenaline injection to rock music. Made up of three sisters, Daniela (guitar, lead vocals), Paulina (drums, vocals, piano) and Alejandra Villareal (bass, piano, backing vocals), this Monterey, Mexico band drives forward with head-bobbing riffs, unpredictable rhythms, stadium-sized beats and skyscraper-slicing vocals.
Through a series of independent releases, The Warning has gained the respect of countless fans and musicians around the world, signing with Lave/Republic and releasing the MAYDAY EP (2021). The single “CHOKE” has propelled them to the forefront of hard rock, garnering over 1.8 million social media followers and over 175 million YouTube views. In 2021, the band was featured on Metallica’s album Blacklist and had the honor of covering “Enter Sandman” with pop superstar Alessia Cara. They are also attracting attention from around the world, releasing their new album “KEEP ME FED” on June 28th and holding a world tour.
Official website:https://thewarningband.com/
