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Ville Valo Discusses What Went Into Neon Noir:

“I Really Lost Myself in the Music”

Love Metal pioneer Ville Valo has played on stages around the world, getting by on his talent, charm, and charisma. Thanks to his time in HIM and now in his solo career, he’s garnered a reputation of creating music that so much heart and soul that that it’s easy to relate to. Those who understand what Ville Valo represents already know that he is one of the greatest at what he does. VV’s masterpiece of a solo debut album, Neon Noir, is an addictive 12-song wonder that showcases an enigmatic depth, darkness, and dazzling color palette. Although Neon Noir is an escapist triumph, it’s also oddly sobering as a result of its rare authenticity. If this exceptional album can make a raving supporter out of an elitist black metal freak and cultural snob like me, anyone should be able to appreciate its lethal beauty. Yes, Ville Valo is my favorite artist, and Neon Noir proves that he should be yours as well. We were humbled to have had the privilege of speaking with the artist himself, who shared the following insight about Neon Noir:

“… I think that the idea, at least for me — musically, and lyrically, and all that — wasn’t to do something that somebody else does but do my own thing and then hope for the best. Because through that, then hopefully, it is unique, and it is what it is — it is my own thing… I’ve worked on it [Neon Noir] by myself, most of it — solo recorded and produced it, and stuff like that… I didn’t have to make any compromises while working on it. So, for me, it feels really special in that sense…”