Lutharo is a Canadian

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band formed in 2014 in

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. The band was founded by guitarist Victor Bucur, who later recruited lead vocalist Krista Shipperbottom. Since their formation, Lutharo have released two studio albums, and three EPs. They have also toured with Striker,

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and Frozen Crown.

Musical style and influences

Lutharo has been described as a blend between

and

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, while also including elements of

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, and

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. The band's influences include

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Band members

Current

* Victor Bucur – lead guitar, backing vocals (2014–present) * Krista Shipperbottom – lead vocals (2014–present) * Chris Pacey – bass (2018–present) * Cory Hofing – drums (2018, 2021–present; live 2018–2019)

Former

* Zac Almas – drums (2014–2015) * Kenny Twigg – guitars (2014–2015) * Mike Mores – bass, backing vocals (2014–2018) * Paige McAleney – drums (2014–2018) * John Raposo – guitars (2015–2022) * Ruslan Lypovsky – bass (2018), drums (2018–2019) * Duval Gabraiel – drums (2019–2021)

Touring

* Cale Costello – drums (2022, 2025) * Alex Snape – guitars (2023) * Jeff Wilson – guitars (2023–present)

Discography

Studio albums: * ''Hiraeth'' (2021) * ''Chasing Euphoria'' (2024) EPs: * ''Incarnadine'' (2015) * ''Unleash the Beast'' (2018) * ''Wings of Agony'' (2020)

References

External links

Official website

Lutharo at AllMusic
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