Music

Babymetal demands chocolate

By JASON BRACELIN LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL

August 1, 2014 - 12:50 pm

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Going to see Lady Gaga tonight at the MGM Grand Garden Arena?

Get there early.

And bring some chocolate.

Why?

Babymetal demands it.

Who/what is Babymetal?

Three adorable young Japanese teenagers who mix chirping pop with pummeling thrash metal.

They’re opening Gaga’s concert this evening with a truly one-of-a-kind sound.

Seriously, if these girls don’t make you smile, it’s only because you’re too busy starting a circle put outside your cubicle right about now.

See for yourself with their video for “Gimme Chocolate” posted below.

Show starts at 8 p.m.

Contact reporter Jason Bracelin at jbracelin@reviewjournal.com or 702-383-0476. Follow on Twitter @JasonBracelin.

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