Perhaps you may have noticed that the title of the blog has already changed, and my real name is featured on the paniq.cc front page.

This is all in preparation of me ceasing to use paniq as an artist name beginning July 31st this year, which also happens to be my 30th birthday. From then on, any new release will be associated with the upbeat name my family gave me.

That’s right. It’s time to shed skin.

“Actually, I don’t care that much, but whyyyyy!?” you might shout, begging the heavens for a divine answer. Well, for starters, I get the feeling that we live in dark times, where the slightest sign of trouble evokes a horde of doomsday prophets. Using an artist name that alludes to panic is unsuitable, when our society needs a comforting hug, an encouraging pat on the back and an energetic kick in the butt. I just don’t want to contribute to the angsty mood anymore.

The change of name won’t have any effect on the content thought. paniq.cc will be turned into an archive site, and www.leonard-ritter.com, which currently hosts a blog nobody ever reads, will be transformed into the new main site. All music will remain available online. There’s not going to be any new music by “paniq”, though.

I’m taking this opportunity to thank all fans who have me supported in the past years. I hope you’re following me in the future as well.