Ville Valo

About

Finnish singer, songwriter and musician Ville Valo was 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 Finnish band to receive a gold record in the United States. Before founding HIM, Valo played bass and drums in various bands around his city. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with several other artists and bands including Agents, The 69 Eyes, and Apocalyptica. In 2020, he launched a solo career under the moniker VV, releasing his debut album Neon Noir in 2023. Beyond his musical work, Valo created the heartagram emblem, HIM's trademarked symbol that has gained popularity well beyond the band's fanbase. He has received numerous accolades in the music industry and has been recognized as a sex symbol by various publications.