Band-Maid Full Concert (4K60) at Electric Brixton London 11th Jun 2026
Band-Maid (バンドメイド)
Band Members & Core Lineup
- Saiki Atsumi (小鳩ミク) – Lead Vocals
- Miku Kobato (厚見彩姫) – Rhythm Guitar, Backing Vocals
- Kanami Tōno (遠野歌乃) – Lead Guitar
- Misa (ミサ) – Bass Guitar
- Akane Hirose (広瀬茜) – Drums, Percussion
Note: Band-Maid is a world-renowned Japanese hard rock band formed in Tokyo in 2013. Known for their contrasting visual aesthetic—dressing in traditional maid outfits inspired by Akihabara maid cafes while delivering ferocious, technically complex hard rock and heavy metal—they have earned global acclaim for their elite musicianship and high-energy live performances.
Extensive Biography
Band-Maid was conceived in July 2013 by rhythm guitarist and vocalist Miku Kobato, who wanted to blend the concept of Japanese maid culture with serious, hard-hitting rock music. Recruiting lead guitarist Kanami Tōno, drummer Akane Hirose, and bassist Misa, they soon added lead vocalist Saiki Atsumi to complete the definitive lineup. Initially performing independently around Tokyo, the band quickly captured international attention following the viral release of their 2015 music video for "Thrill," which showcased a striking juxtaposition of maid uniforms and blindingly fast, heavy musicianship.
As the band evolved, they leaned heavily into progressive hard rock, heavy metal, and intricate songwriting, driven by Kanami Tōno's complex neoclassical guitar solos and the relentless rhythm section of Misa and Akane. They signed with major Japanese labels before expanding globally, partnering with JPU Records and Live Nation for international tours, and performing at massive major rock festivals across the US, Europe, and Asia. In 2020, they made their Hollywood cinematic debut contributing to the Netflix film Kate, and continued pushing boundaries through high-profile collaborations with international rock legends such as Mike Einziger of Incubus and Santana producer Tony Visconti.
Studio Albums & Discography
Full-Length Studio Albums
- Maid in Japan (2014 / Gump Records) – Indie debut mini-album.
- New Beginning (2015 / Gump Records) – Breakthrough mini-album featuring "Thrill".
- Just Bring It (2017 / Crown Tokuma) – Major-label full-length debut featuring "Don't you tell ME".
- World Domination (2018 / Crown Tokuma) – Acclaimed sophomore album featuring "Choose me" and "DOMINATION".
- Conqueror (2019 / Crown Tokuma) – Featuring "Blooming" and "Endless Story".
- Unseen World (2021 / Pony Canyon) – Critically acclaimed heavy metal-leaning album featuring "Different", "Warning!", and "Manners".
- Epic Narratives (2024 / Pony Canyon) – Advanced progressive hard rock release featuring "Bestie" and "Protect You".
Selected EPs & Collaborative Releases
- Unleash (2022 / Pony Canyon) – High-velocity EP featuring "Unleash!!!"
- Band-Maid with Tony Visconti (2025 / Pony Canyon) – Special collaborative studio project produced by Tony Visconti.
Band-Maid Full Concert (4K60) at Electric Brixton London 11th Jun 2026