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About Lauri Ylönen
Lauri Ylönen, birth name Lauri Johannes Ylönen, is one of Finland’s veteran rock singers and songwriters. He is widely known as the frontman and co-founder of the Finnish rock band “The Rasmus.”
Background & Early Life
He is a native of Helsinki, Finland. Getting attracted to music at a tender age, he learned to play the piano by age five and later mastered the drums and guitar. He attended Suutarika high school, where he met band members Pauli Rantasalmi, Jarno Lahti, and Eero Heinonen. However, Lauri dropped out of school to concentrate on music.
Band & Solo Career
In 1944, he co-founded the “Rasmus” band with his high school colleagues. They initially named the band Trashmosh, changed it to Anttila before finally settling on Rasmus. Lauri has been the band’s composer and lead vocalist since its inception. As of 2021, they had released nine studio albums and embarked on numerous tours and concerts.
Aside from “Rasmus,” he has recorded songs with other bands and singers, including “Apocalyptica” and “Killer’s” singer Sirri Nordin. In 2011, he self-produced and released his solo album, “New World,” which earned him many recognitions.
Personal Life
He was married to Finnish musician Paula Vesala from November 2014 until they divorced in 2016. They had one child together.
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F.A.Q. about Lauri Ylönen
When is his birthday?
Lauri Ylönen's birthday is on April 23, 1979.
In how many days is his birthday?
Lauri's birthday is in 363 days
How old is he?
He is 45 years old.
Where is Lauri from?
He was born in Helsinki, Finland.