Ville Valo & Agents

About

Ville Valo is a Finnish singer, songwriter and musician born on November 22, 1976. He is best known as the vocalist of the gothic rock band HIM, which he co-founded in 1991 and served as the main songwriter. HIM became one of the most successful Finnish bands of all time and the first to receive a gold record in the United States. Before HIM, Valo played bass and drums in various bands around his city. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with numerous artists and bands including Agents, The 69 Eyes, and Apocalyptica. In 2020, Valo launched a solo career under the moniker VV, releasing his debut album Neon Noir in 2023. He is also the creator of the heartagram emblem, HIM's trademarked symbol that has gained popularity beyond the band's fanbase. Valo has received several accolades throughout his music industry career and has been regarded as a sex symbol by various publications.