Finnish Battle Beast have just announced in a post to Facebook that their lead singer, Noora Louhimo, has now left the metal group after over a decade of work together.
Citing that she wanted to focus on her solo career, the band jointly detail in a video statement and in the caption:
"After six albums and 13 incredible years together, we announce that Noora Louhimo is leaving Battle Beast to focus on her solo career. While we are saddened by her departure, we fully support her decision to pursue new creative paths — something she hasn't been able to explore wholeheartedly with the demanding schedule of Battle Beast."
Within the statement, Louhimo added: "For 13 years I got to grow, learn, develop and explore with Battle Beast who I am as a musician and as a person. And now my heart desires more adventures, and flying with my own wings towards my dreams that I can only pursue if I give them my full attention.
"Life is full of different eras and now it is time for a new one. I am forever grateful and love Battle Beast and our fans. This is not the end, this is a beginning of a new adventure for both of us. See you soon Little Beasts!"
Then, reflecting on the time Louhimo spent in the group, Battle Beast write that they "are deeply thankful for the music, the tours, and the magic we created together. These memories will never be tarnished nor forgotten, and we wish Noora nothing but success and happiness on her path forward.
"We know you — our fans — will miss Noora as much as we do. But rest assured: the flight of Battle Beast continues, and so does Noora's, now simply on a different trajectory.
"A new era begins. We will announce the new voice of Battle Beast tomorrow on December 16th. With gratitude and love, Noora, Janne, Eero, Juuso, Joona & Pyry."
So, stay tuned – the new voice of the band shall be announced tomorrow.
