Everyone who played Death Stranding You’ll probably recognize the name Low Roar, the Icelandic post-rock/electronic band, who have featured multiple songs on Hideo Kojima’s game soundtracks. unfortunately, It was recently revealed that the leader of this party, Ryan Karajiza, died.
Through their social networks, The band announced Karajiza’s unfortunate death at the age of 40. What was said about it was:
Low Roar leader and promoter Ryan Karajiza has died aged 40.
Her beautiful music and songs sung in her haunting voice have touched the lives of many people around the world and will continue to do so.
She was a kind and beautiful soul and our worlds are shattered by her loss. May we honor his memory through his art and perpetuate it in his songs.
Low Roar’s sixth record is already underway and will be completed and released when ready. Please respect his family’s privacy at this incredibly difficult time.”
For its part, Kojima also issued a message Related to this sad incident.
“Heard the news. I can’t believe it. I don’t want to believe it. Without Ryan, without you and your music, Death Stranding would never have been born. Your music will live on in this world and in me forever. Thank you rest in peace.
Low Roar Ryan Karajiza (1982-2022)”.
I heard the news. I can’t believe it. I don’t want to believe it. Without Ryan, without you and your music, Death Stranding would never have been born. Your music will live on in this world and in me forever. Thank you. rest in peace
Low Roar Ryan Karajiza (1982-2022) pic.twitter.com/buzBwtBHvr
— HIDEO_KOJIMA (@HIDEO_KOJIMA_EN) October 29, 2022
Despite being active since 2011, Low Roar achieved a new level of popularity when I’ll Keep Coming, one of their songs, was part of the trailer release. Death Stranding In 2016. Once Kojima’s game comes into our hands, We have come across 18 works of this group.
May he rest in peace, Ryan Karajiza.
Editor’s note:
Undoubtedly, bad news that leaves a bad taste in your mouth at the beginning of the week. Like many, I was introduced to Low Roar’s music through Death Stranding and several of their songs are currently on my Spotify playlist. It’s a real shame.
By: Hideo Kojima
