Lord of the Lost

Formation

Lord of the Lost, a German rock band from Hamburg, was formed in 2007 by singer and frontman Chris Harms. Initially starting as a solo project, Harms began publishing songs on MySpace, garnering positive feedback that led him to recruit fellow musicians from the local music scene to create a full band. Originally named "Lord," the band changed its name to Lord of the Lost to avoid potential disputes with other bands. Harms had previously been involved in various musical projects, including Philiae and The Pleasures.

Early Releases and Tours

The band released their debut single, "Dry the Rain," in 2009, followed by their first album, "Fears," in 2010 under the independent label Out of Line. Their second album, "Antagony," was released in 2011, marking their first concept album. During this period, Lord of the Lost toured extensively, participating in major festivals such as Wave-Gotik-Treffen and Wacken Open Air. The band's third album, "Die Tomorrow," was released in 2012, further solidifying their presence in the gothic and industrial metal scenes.

Lineup Changes and Recent Work

Over the years, Lord of the Lost has seen several lineup changes. Notable members include Sensai and Any Wayst, who were part of the early lineup but left in 2010 and 2011, respectively. The current lineup features Chris Harms, Gared Dirge, Class Grenayde, and Niklas Kahl, among others. The band has continued to evolve, releasing albums such as "Thornstar" and "Blood & Glitter," the latter of which was performed at the Eurovision Song Contest 2023, representing Germany. Their music blends various genres, including gothic metal, industrial metal, and dark rock, drawing influences from artists like Rammstein and Marilyn Manson.