It’s not just about League of Legends gameplay anymore, folks. Riot Games is adding another level to the mix with its all-new virtual band, HEARTSTEEL. Representing reimagined versions of well-known League champions, the group aims to push the boundaries of virtual artistry.
Who’s Rockin’ the Stage?
HEARTSTEEL is here to break the meta, starring vocalists and instrumentalists that hail from the gaming world’s own champions. Roll call includes Ezreal as the lead vocalist, Kayn spitting bars and jamming on instruments, Aphelios in charge of instruments and songwriting, Yone behind the production desk, K’Sante as co-leader and vocalist, and Sett as co-leader who also takes on rap duties. These aren’t just skins; they’re full-blown musical avatars.
Voices Behind the Virtual
No virtual band is complete without some real-world talents. Bringing life to HEARTSTEEL are BAEKHYUN as Ezreal, ØZI as Sett, Tobi Lou as K’Sante, and Cal Scruby as Kayn. From K-pop to hip-hop, the group features a diverse set of artists who’ve already made their mark in the music world.
Musical Style and Mission
Call it genre-fluid if you want. HEARTSTEEL isn’t here to fit into your traditional categories. Inspired by a variety of musical genres and eras, the band strives to be a one-of-a-kind musical powerhouse. Their mission is clear: be unapologetically individualistic and let their creativity shine. And they’ll be showcasing all that personality and fervor in their debut single “PARANOIA”.
Where and When to Catch “PARANOIA”
Don’t sleep on this; the “PARANOIA” music video drops on YouTube on October 23 at 8:00AM PT. Prefer to stream? It’ll also be available across all major listening platforms.
Riot Games Music: A Legacy of Virtual Hits
HEARTSTEEL is just the latest virtual act to join Riot Games Music’s already impressive roster. RGM is no stranger to breaking records, having launched acts like K/DA, Pentakill, and True Damage, whose performances and streams have been off the charts. They’ve done it before and they’re gearing up to do it again.
Wrapping Up the Music Notes
To put it bluntly, HEARTSTEEL isn’t just a band; it’s a statement. Riot Games continues to innovate with its musical endeavors, showing the gaming community that there’s more than one way to win. With HEARTSTEEL, Riot aims to set a new bar for what virtual artistry can achieve, proving that in the world of music and gaming, the only limits are the ones you set for yourself.
