BATTLE BEAST's NOORA LOUHIMO On Courage, Empowerment And The Power Of Metal

Interview by Angela Croudace
Finnish powerhouse Battle Beast is set to unleash their seventh
studio album, Steelbound, on October 17, and frontwoman Noora
Louhimo says the record is their most empowering yet.
Known for fusing classic heavy metal with symphonic flourishes,
80s-inspired rock, and soaring synths, the band continues to evolve
while staying true to their mission of uplifting fans through
music.
“This album deals with serious issues—life, death, and human
rights,” Louhimo explains. “But at its core, Steelbound is about
empowerment. We want to encourage people to fight through
challenges, whether big or small, and to feel strong enough to go
on.” Songs like Last Goodbye reflect this ethos, drawing
inspiration from bassist Eero’s encounter with a fellow patient
battling cancer. “It’s about that relentless hunger for life and
never giving up,” she adds.
Louhimo’s own transformation into her stage persona, “Mother
Beast,” embodies this spirit. With her striking horns; symbols she
describes as “horns of courage” and elaborate stage outfits, she
seeks to inspire fans to embrace individuality. “I want people to
show their horns, to be their true selves. You are enough just the
way you are,” she says.
For Louhimo, music is more than performance: it’s a lifeline.
“Culture is vital for mental health. If we don’t have something to
escape to, we don’t have the strength to carry on. Music brings
people together and helps us heal.”
Vocally, she pushed her limits on tracks like Twilight Cabaret,
which she calls a showcase of her full range. Yet, her focus
remains on the bigger picture: uniting fans and advocating for
equality. “Success doesn’t come from fame or money—it comes from
expressing yourself freely. That’s my rebellion, and I hope to
encourage others to do the same.”
With Steelbound, Battle Beast delivers not just metal anthems but a
rallying cry for resilience, individuality, and joy.


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