HEARTSTEEL, League of Legends' virtual boy band, has released its first single PARANOIA, which has the vibes of the series Arcane.
The official music video was released by Riot Games on YouTube on October 23, 2023. PARANOIA is also available to listen across streaming platforms, including Spotify, Deezer, Apple Music, and Amazon.
For those unaware, here are the members of HEARTSTEEL:
- Ezreal: Vocalist (voiced by EXO Baekhyun)
- Kayn: Rapper, Instrumentalist (voiced by Cal Scruby)
- K'Sante: Co-leader, Vocalist (voiced by Tobi Lou)
- Sett: Co-leader, Rapper (voiced by Ozi)
- Aphelios: Instrumentalist, Songwriter
- Yone: Producer
HEARTSTEEL is a little different than past LoL virtual bands in that it features performers from several genres, resulting in a track with quite distinct sounding portions.
Riot Games did a great job with the animation on the PARANOIA music video (MV). It was bright, fast, and creative, showcasing all of the HEARTSTEEL members in movie-like scenes that show more about who they are.
HEARTSTEEL is just one of numerous LoL virtual bands, including K-pop group K/DA, hip-hop group True Damage, and heavy metal band Pentakill. Riot Games also collaborates with the famous K-pop girl group NewJeans for the LoL Worlds 2023 anthem, titled GODS.
Riot Games' promising start to the HEARTSTEEL band has left LoL fans and players wanting even more from their new virtual idols. The Heartsteel community adores everything about it, and they were eager to make fan art for the virtual characters.
Keep an eye out for the League of Legends World Championship 2023, where these rockstars are set to perform the song live throughout the event.