Article and Photos by: Rudy Salgado
On December 3, 2024, BABYMETAL electrified the House of Blues in Anaheim with a show that was nothing short of spectacular. From the moment they performed “BABYMETAL DEATH,” it was clear the night was destined to be unforgettable. Blending their unique fusion of heavy metal and J-pop, the trio—Su-Metal, Moa-Metal, and Momometal—had the audience captivated from the very beginning.
The crowd was filled with energy, especially when they launched into RATATATA, a new anthem that had everyone on their feet. Fans moshed in the pit while others cheered from the back, creating a chaotic yet exciting atmosphere. BABYMETAL makes you feel like part of the show no matter where you’re standing.
The visuals were impressive. A massive screen behind them flashed with colors, text, and imagery, even cutting to shots of the crowd singing along, blurring the line between artist and audience. When they played older hits like Gimme Chocolate!!, the room lit up with fans singing, cheering, and headbanging in sync with every beat.
The choreography was flawless—each member moved effortlessly, keeping the crowd locked in. Their outfits were just as essential to the show—sleek and metallic, they stood out just as much as the music. The lighting, the music, and the movement all came together to create an experience that left the crowd wanting more.
For the encore, the band returned with Headbangeeeeerrrrr!!! and Road of Resistance, two tracks that delivered the perfect blend of power and anthem-like energy that only BABYMETAL can bring. The audience was fully invested, screaming along and feeding off the band’s unrelenting presence.
As BABYMETAL continues to push boundaries and collaborate with renowned artists like Bring Me the Horizon and Electric Callboy, their influence is only growing. Their upcoming European arena tour cements their status as a global phenomenon. If you haven’t experienced the raw energy of a BABYMETAL live show, you’re missing out on a truly unforgettable experience.
Setlist:
- BABYMETAL DEATH
- Distortion
- PA PA YA!!
- DA DA DANCE
- METALI!!
- Monochrome
- Time Wave
- Megitsune
- RATATATA
- Gimme Chocolate!!
