SPILL FEATURE: DEATHMATCH – A CONVERSATION WITH LOTTA RUUTIAINEN OF LUNA KILLS

DEATHMATCH

A CONVERSATION WITH LOTTA RUUTIAINEN OF LUNA KILLS

If you look within the up-and-coming metal bands in the scene, Luna Kills is undeniably one of the most unique and interesting bands in modern metal. With an innovative blend of cathodically, wistful elements that seamlessly blend into alternative, nu-metal influences. Luna Kills strives to create immersive environments that transport listeners to a world of mosh-pit instrumental chaos and smooth and melodic passages that effortlessly orb around vocalist Lotta Ruutiainen’s intense fry screams. Behind such a powerful experience is the frontwoman, known as Lotta, whose unique background in jazz brings an unexpected depth to her performances. With her stunning vocal range, Luna Kills aims to captivate the metal scene with their unique approach to the genre.

Although Luna Kills may be relatively new to the vast realm of metal music, they have made notable progress in the industry. They take pride in their connection to the gaming community, as their tracks are featured in the popular mobile app Beatstar, showcasing their dedication to blending music and gaming culture. Since the band’s inception in 2019, they have rapidly gained traction, hitting European stages and capturing the attention of numerous rock radios across their native Finland. As they continue to build momentum, Luna Kills is eagerly working towards releasing their first full-length album with SharpTone Records, positioning themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the modern metal landscape.

“It means a lot to us,” replies Lotta. “We have been working on this now for the past five or so years, trying to create this band and create music. We wanted to make music that speaks to us, and we are wishing that it speaks to audiences as well. I think it has been a journey of maturing and growing as songwriters and even as musicians. It’s so great that we got signed to SharpTone Records, because I think the music and the album really represent us and what we want we really want to bring out in music. Because it has been a long journey of growth I would say for our band and for us, so we are excited to get the album released so we can hear what others have to say about it,” she smiles.

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The band had already cultivated a distinctive sound that set them apart, but with Lotta’s background as a jazz singer, they experienced a captivating transformation. Her extensive training infused their music with a rich, nuanced depth, weaving intricate melodies and improvisational flair into their original style. This harmonious blend not only elevated their sound but also created an enchanting atmosphere that resonated deeply with their audience.

“I have a certain type of way I am using my voice. I learned to do this when I was younger. So since then, I have always had this type of tonality to my voice,” Lotta responds. ” There is a certain type of way I am phrasing things. When it comes to tonality, that is where I hear the most influence. It’s something I wanted to carry into the band and also into the music. I think it really puts a unique flair to everything once I started to learn about extreme vocals, more popular music, and popular styles of singing. I think it adds a sense of style to the music we are making with adding these different genres.”

While the band is no stranger to creating odd yet infectious moments that have made them stand out among their contemporaries, Lotta believes that while there is no definitive formula to creating music, the ultimate aim was to weave together a seamless and cohesive experience that made such unconventional concepts become uniform. In just three to four sessions, Luna Kills managed to achieve precisely that, blending their ideas and creativity into a unified experience that would resonate with all kinds of metal fans.

“In three or four sessions in between one and a half to almost two years, we were really wondering if we could pull this off and make it to the end, that was one thing,” Lotta laughs. “But also, inspiration and the things we have learned along our journey to the next level. We wanted to bring more heavy aspects to the music we were making. We always say we want the songs to be whimsical for us when we are creating the songs. So, we wanted to keep this aspect in our music as well. Overall, it was about making a cohesive album while still experimenting to see how far we could take this sound. It was about taking all the experimental aspects of our music that make it so special and pulling them together to make it one piece.”

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