Riot Games, known for its gaming innovations, has unveiled its latest musical venture: the boy band Heartsteel. If you recall Riot’s past hits like “K/DA,” you’re in for something different.
Heartsteel joins Riot’s music band lineup
Heartsteel is not your run-of-the-mill League of Legends musical group. Riot Games dubs them bold, unafraid individuals aiming to express themselves without constraints. Their mission? To achieve success on their terms, drawing inspiration from diverse musical styles.
Maria Egan, Global Head of Music & Events at Riot Games Entertainment, explains, “The idea of an all-male band has long been speculated on by fans, and we’re so excited to bring this fantasy to life. HEARTSTEEL is a deep collaboration between all our talented in-house creative teams and some incredible new artists. The ethos of HEARTSTEEL is a supergroup of musical soulmates greater than the sum of its parts – a philosophy that our community embodies every day through their dedication to our games.”
Heartsteel joins Riot Games’ lineup of virtual music groups alongside K/DA (K-pop), Pentakill (heavy metal), and True Damage (hip-hop). These groups have already made their mark at the League of Legends World Championships. On November 19th, Heartsteel might add their name to that illustrious list.
Heartsteel lineup and roles
The Heartsteel lineup is an eclectic mix of talent that catches the eye. Baekhyun takes on the role of Ezreal, ZI becomes Sett, Tobi Lou embodies K’Sante, and Cal Scruby assumes the persona of Kayn. The ensemble also features iconic League of Legends characters Yone and Aphelios. Yone takes the mantle of the group’s ‘producer,’ while Aphelios handles the ‘instrumentalist and songwriter’ role. As for their vocal contributions, that remains a well-guarded secret.
Riot Games’ musical journey began with the launch of K/DA in 2018, featuring members of (G)I-DLE, Madison Beer, and Jaira Burns. The virtual metal sensation Pentakill and the hip-hop act True Damage took center stage after that. Riot has left a lasting imprint in the virtual music arena.
With their debut single, “Paranoia,” on the horizon, Heartsteel is gearing up to make waves in the virtual music world. Can they rival the legendary K/DA? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: Heartsteel is set to etch its mark on the League of Legends musical legacy. Keep an eye out for “Paranoia” and witness the emergence of Heartsteel, a new phenomenon in the League of Legends universe. Stay tuned for their journey at the intersection of music and gaming!
