George Dionne interviews vocalist LAURI YLONEN of THE RASMUS about their latest album WEIRDO. The album is out now through Better Noise Music.
“When we got on that stage [in Ukraine], it was pure joy. People were so happy that they had something else to think about for that one hour…the day before…there was a bombing.” - Lauri Ylonen
Highlights include:
-Discussion of the new album
-Writing & recording with Desmond Child & Marti Frederiksen
-Being labeled a weirdo
-Social media’s impact on self-esteem
-Stories behind the singles
-Creating more than just the music
-Performing at the Atlas Festival in Ukraine
-Live performance plans
-New guitarist Emilia Suhonen’s impact
-The origins of the band’s name
-And much, much more!
*Photo credit Venla Shalin