BATTLE BEAST Parts Ways With Singer NOORA LOUHIMO

[KingsGene]

BATTLE BEAST Parts Ways With Singer NOORA LOUHIMO​

"...Earlier today (Monday, December 15), the band released the following statement via social media:

After six albums and 13 incredible years together, we announce that Noora Louhimo is leaving BATTLE BEAST to focus on her solo career. While we are saddened by her departure, we fully support her decision to pursue new creative paths — something she hasn't been able to explore wholeheartedly with the demanding schedule of BATTLE BEAST.

We are deeply thankful for the music, the tours, and the magic we created together. These memories will never be tarnished nor forgotten, and we wish Noora nothing but success and happiness on her path forward.

We know you — our fans — will miss Noora as much as we do. But rest assured: the flight of BATTLE BEAST continues, and so does Noora's, now simply on a different trajectory.

A new era begins. We will announce the new voice of BATTLE BEAST tomorrow on December 16th.

With gratitude and love, Noora, Janne, Eero, Juuso, Joona & Pyry.

Noora added:

For 13 years I got to grow, learn, develop and explore with BATTLE BEAST who I am as a musician and as a person. And now my heart desires more adventures, and flying with my own wings towards my dreams that I can only pursue if I give them my full attention.

Life is full of different eras and now it is time for a new one.

I am forever grateful and love BATTLE BEAST and our fans. This is not the end, this is a beginning of a new adventure for both of us. See you soon Little Beasts!

..."

 

[Bloopy]

While I love some Battle Beast, it seemed as if they were either getting stale or just playing the mainstream/arena anthem-type metal that I didn't really care for. Unholy Savior seemed like an innovative album that mixed pop influences into metal really well. I hope they have someone new who can help them innovate again.

edit: just saw they've recruited Brazilian vocalist Marina La Torraca. Can at least say she'll nail the existing material.

 

[KingsGene]

BATTLE BEAST Announces New Vocalist MARINA LA TORRACA​

"... BATTLE BEAST states:

One story ends, another begins. We're excited to start this new chapter and introduce you to the new voice of BATTLE BEAST, Marina.

Marina La Torraca is a Brazilian vocalist from São Paulo, best known as the powerhouse frontwoman of modern metal band PHANTOM ELITE and as a member of the symphonic metal project EXIT EDEN. She began performing in her teens in local cover bands before moving into formal training, including studying musical theatre in New York.

La Torraca comments:

When I first saw an e-mail with both BATTLE BEAST and my name in the subject line, I honestly thought it had to be a mistake. But once I opened it, I couldn't have been happier. I'm incredibly honored to be part of this new chapter and deeply grateful for the trust and support from the band.
Is it a little terrifying to follow in the wake of a vocal legend like Noora? You bet! Is it also very exciting? Absolutely. BATTLE BEAST is one of the hardest-working and most genuinely talented bands out there, and I'm proud to be here to help them keep growing and spreading joy. Buckle up — this is going to be fun.

..."

 

[Bloopy]

While we're on the topic, I recently learned they originally recruited Noora based on seeing a YouTube video of her from 2011. It sounds like Marina had a similar start in music, so that shows the magic of the internet these days.

Apparently this was the video. Sadly it seems Klasu (Klaus Wirzenius) died this year.

 

[KingsGene]

Watch NOORA LOUHIMO’s Final Live Performance With BATTLE BEAST – “Wings Of Light”​