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!
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