Ep.237: Interview with LAURI YLONEN of THE RASMUS

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 YlonenHighlights 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