Hamburg band “Lost In Hollywood” made their swift impact in the music scene after their formation in 2023. Their debut album, The Beauty of Death, garnered over 2.4 million streams. Last week, they released their self-titled sophomore album via Arising Empire. This new record is Lost In Hollywood’s reclamation of their own identity musically, emotionally, and creatively.

The Concert Chronicles had a chance to speak with Amon — the lead singer of the band — to discuss their journey from debut to sophomore and how this new album helps them redefine their sound after a momentous and successful debut.

We asked how this self-titled album represents a new chapter for Lost in Hollywood.

Amon reflected:

“The Beauty of Death was an important step for us because it helped introduce the band and gave us the opportunity to connect with listeners much faster than we expected,” they explain. “At the time, we were still discovering what Lost in Hollywood really was and where the band could go musically. This self-titled record feels like the moment where everything becomes clearer. Over the last year, we’ve grown a lot, and that development naturally shaped the sound and emotional depth of this album. So in many ways, it feels like the real starting point for the band’s identity.”

Choosing to make the album self-titled was intentional, Amon explained.

“The decision was very intentional. While The Beauty of Death explored a wide range of themes and sounds, this album feels much more focused emotionally. A lot of the songs were written during a very intense period personally, including going through a breakup and confronting a lot of unresolved emotions around relationships and family. Without planning it, those experiences became the emotional core of the record. The creative process also felt more confident this time. With the first album, we were still experimenting a lot, but now we trusted our instincts more and allowed the songs to go wherever the emotion led them.”

He continued, “It represents a moment where we feel comfortable with our identity as a band. Musically, emotionally, and creatively. We’ve found a balance between heaviness, melody, and storytelling that feels authentic to us. So the self-titled name is basically us saying: this is Lost in Hollywood.”

The album’s singles, “I Should Have Known Better” and “Like A River,” elucidate the band’s storytelling skills.

“I Should Have Known Better” captures the moment when everything collapses emotionally — the realization that you ignored warning signs in a relationship and suddenly have to deal with the consequences. “Like A River” explores the emotional aftermath of that moment. It’s more reflective and atmospheric, dealing with the feeling of being pulled through something overwhelming you can’t fully control. So in a way, the two songs represent different emotional stages of the same experience.

A lot of the record deals with loss, self-worth, and trying to understand your place after relationships or personal foundations break apart. These songs capture those feelings very directly, making them good entry points into the album’s overall narrative. They show both sides of the emotional spectrum. The anger and frustration, but also the vulnerability and reflection.”

The second single, “Like A River,” features a collaboration with Of Virtue. When asked how that collaboration came to fruition, Amon explained: “Through mutual friends in the scene, the song reached Tyler from Of Virtue, and he immediately connected with it. When he sent back his vocals, we were honestly blown away. His screams in the breakdown gave the song a completely new level of intensity.”

Lost in Hollywood’s sound is heavily driven by contrast. We asked what shaped this sound that quickly became a signature of their sound.

“A lot of it comes from the music we grew up with,” Amon noted. “Bands that weren’t afraid to combine vulnerability with heavy music always stood out to us. Modern metalcore has become a genre that absorbs influences from many different styles. That openness inspired us to experiment and not limit ourselves to one specific formula. For us, the contrast between softness and aggression is what makes the music feel emotionally powerful.”

Amon acknowledged the pressure that came with the success of their debut, but assured that authenticity is at the forefront of the band’s mind.

“Of course, you become aware that people are paying attention, which naturally creates some pressure,” Amon admitted. “But at the same time, it’s incredibly motivating to see listeners connect with the music. Ultimately, we tried not to let numbers influence the creative process too much. The most important thing was staying honest and making the songs feel authentic.”

Each member of the band — Amon, Timo, Julian, and Daniel — brings their own spice to their distinctive sound.

“We all love heavy music, but each of us has our own favorite bands and influences from other genres,” Amon explained. “I enjoy hard techno with cinematic elements. Julian loves heavy breakdowns with a hardcore vibe. But as we are working with different people during the songwriting process, a lot more influences come together.”

Looking to their sophomore record, Lost in Hollywood hopes listeners feel something in their music.

“I hope listeners immediately feel something when they hear the songs. Even if someone hasn’t experienced the exact situations we’re writing about, the emotions behind the music are universal as we talk about loss, growth, heartbreak, and finding strength again.” Amon continued, “if the record makes someone want to both scream along and sing the hooks at the top of their lungs, then we’ve done our job. We’d love to bring those songs to the U.S. stage one day and experience that energy together.”

The U.S., too, is hopeful to experience that energy with Lost in Hollywood.

“Lost in Hollywood” is streaming now. This record is not merely a cruise of their previous momentum. It is a redefinition of their sound and a reinforcement to the world that Lost in Hollywood is ready to take on the world.