A brand new PLB song that Patrick Lew wrote for his fiancee Manda Kay! Who happens to be a YouTuber (https://youtube.com/@AsToldByMandaKay) and former stage actress. This song was created via text-to-AI app on Patrick's phone and was digitally edited and mixed by Patrick himself.
THEIR STORY
Patrick Lew Hayashi (b. 1985) met Manda Kay (b. 1982) directly via friend request through an AMWF group on Facebook back on June 23, 2021, during the height of Patrick Lew Band's fame in indie music and on the Internet. They began dating online as an LDR couple on December 23, 2022. After some difficult hardships they faced the first year together they were dating, they eventually reconciled on March 25, 2024 and became stronger as a couple since then. They finally met in-person on September 15, 2024 when Patrick flew to Chicago, Illnois to meet her and spent 5 days with her, solidiying their relationship altogether. Today, Patrick edits and directs all her YouTube videos. And Manda sometimes helps out with his creativity in the Patrick Lew Band, and remains very loving and supportive. Together, they plan to do more YouTube videos together and keep at it while being together as a solid interracial AMWF couple.
HIS STORY
We are a Metaverse-themed rock band from San Francisco.
Patrick Lew Band, an eclectic Internet-based rock ensemble, is the brainchild of Asian-American musician and YouTuber Patrick Lew Hayashi, who has been shaping the musical landscape since his formative years. Born in 1985 to a Chinese father and a Sino-Japanese mother in the San Francisco Bay Area, Patrick has dedicated his career to merging diverse musical styles, including J-Rock, grunge, punk, and electronic music. Drawing inspiration from an extensive list of iconic bands and artists, such as Nirvana, The Rolling Stones, and X Japan, he crafts a sound that resonates with both the past and the present, appealing to a wide audience.
The band's evolution reflects Patrick's journey through music and life. In July 2016, Patrick Lew Band was honored with the Akademia Music Awards for Best Experimental Rock Song for their track "Game Changer," marking a significant milestone in their artistic pursuit. In addition, Patrick's achievements extend beyond music; he was inducted into the prestigious Class of 2019 Cal State East Bay 40 Under 40 and recognized as a Hall of Fame Inductee by the Akademia Music Awards in 2023. He has also made brief cameo appearances on the Amazon TV series The Man in the High Castle and the Netflix documentary White Hot (The Rise & Fall of Abercrombie & Fitch). He was also a celebrity spokesmodel for Antennas Direct during 2015.
Patrick's musical journey is also characterized by his unique approach to creation. As a forward-thinking artist, he leverages technology, utilizing AI music generators and collaborating with fellow musicians within his network to produce fresh, original content. Previously a garage punk band based in Antioch, California, the Patrick Lew Band now remains predominantly a solo project, emphasizing the power of personal expression through music and digital media.
Patrick is also renowned formerly for his male-to-female crossdressing alter-ego, Madeline Lew, who was also a virtual band member and ingenious public persona of the Patrick Lew Band between 2015 to 2023. Madeline's presence in PLB also helped launch the success that Patrick needed for his music at first globally.
Despite their primarily online presence, the band has not shied away from the stage, performing sporadic and selective local gigs that showcase their dynamic sound. Patrick is currently engaged to his long-time girlfriend, Manda Kay, born in 1982, a former stage actress who now thrives as a YouTuber and writer/journalist. Together, they represent a creative and romantic partnership that transcends traditional boundaries.
Looking ahead, Patrick Lew Band is set to self-release new music across all major streaming platforms while continuing to engage with fans through miscellaneous YouTube videos that delve into their artistic process and musical philosophy. Their commitment to innovation and connection ensures that the Patrick Lew Band will remain a vibrant force in the modern rock scene, inviting listeners to join them on their journey of musical exploration.
