Riot Games has revealed HEARTSTEEL, an all-new virtual band starring reimagined versions of League of Legends champions such as Ezreal (vocalist), Kayn (rapper, instrumentalist), Aphelios (instrumentalist, songwriter), Yone (producer), K’Sante (co-leader, vocalist), and Sett (co-leader, rapper).

HEARTSTEEL is the latest group to debut from Riot Games Music (RGM), which is known for being a leader in virtual artistry with fan-favorite acts including K/DA, Pentakill, True Damage, and more.

“Riot’s virtual artists have been some of the most innovative and beloved music moments for our players,” said Maria Egan, Global Head of Music & Events at Riot Games Entertainment. “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 will feature collaborations with renowned musical artists from a variety of genres, such as BAEKHYUN (Ezreal), ØZI (Sett), Tobi Lou (K’Sante), and Cal Scruby (Kayn).

• BAEKHYUN is a member of the K-pop group EXO and SuperM, and is recognized as one of the top vocalists in K-pop. His previous credits include three successful mini-albums (City Lights, Delight, and Bambi) as a soloist, as well as various standalone singles and OSTs. Particularly noteworthy is his global popularity, marked by achieving his 9th million-seller record, encompassing both group and solo albums.
• Cal Scruby is a Los Angeles-based rapper best known for his clever lyrics and quirky visuals. His music touches on relatable topics with an array of sports references and self-deprecating humor. In addition to Riot, he has previously partnered with top brands including the NFL, EA Sports, and Ciroc Vodka.
• Born in Los Angeles and raised in Taipei, ØZI rose to stardom through his illustrious career in the Mandarin music scene. His versatility as a singer-songwriter, music producer, performer, and creative director has earned him countless accolades in the industry. His debut album “ØZI: The Album” was recognized with six nominations at the prestigious Golden Melody Awards, the highest honor in Mandarin music, and he was also awarded “Best New Artist.”
• Tobi Lou is a multi-talented artist who has made a significant impact on the contemporary music scene. Born in Nigeria but raised in Chicago, Lou has carved out a unique lane for himself, where he fuses elements of hip-hop, R&B, and pop with undeniable melodies. His breakout single, “Buff Baby,” garnered him significant attention and positioned Lou as an artist to watch.

Fans can look forward to the upcoming debut single, “PARANOIA,” as it goes live on all major listening
platforms starting on Monday, October 23 at 8:00 AM PT.