COY Swede & Matthew Titmouse Talk New Single “You Are” In Interview

EDM Producer and Songwriter Thom Maximus aka COY Swede reveals everything about his newly released song “You Are”. In this exclusive interview, vocalist Matthew Titmouse also shares his insights on this Dance-Pop tune whose powerful message will definitely touch your heart. Scroll down the page and get all facts straight away.

1 – How does it feel to be working again with Matthew Titmouse on this new single?

I have been working with a lot of different artists and singers, but when I heard Matthew the first time on my demo “World On Fire” and he sent me just a short outline, I knew he was suitable for this project. I can tell quite fast if a singer has something unique and natural base quality. Plus he understands lyrics and the importance of some poetry and words that talk!

So I knew that he could perform perfectly with “You Are”. This upcoming track is totally different and we worked hard together back and forth to get the correct sound and feeling with the vox. Mat is like a brother to me now!

2 – I know your father had a great impact on your life, is this song a tribute to fathers who have passed away?

My father was very generous actually to all people he knew. And I remember that I felt that vacuum when he passed away. I realized I can’t talk to him anymore. At the end of the day, we came closer in some way. He traveled a lot when he was well. I guess he discovered things about me and I about him more real. He always knew I was into music, he supported me like mom did when I was young.

I remember when I was younger we played some of ACDC, KISS records, which we played in the car when mom wasn’t in it! It ended up with him playing those songs alone…when mom wasn’t in it. 🙂

So yes, its a tribute and in fact to all we lost. And at the same time a tribute to all of us that are still here! And now they all will hear this song “You Are” through the vast space of the universe!

3 – Did Avicii also inspired you to write “You Are”?

Tim is by far my music brother in terms of genre. A little brother humanly, but a big brother musically, respect! There is a deeper layer also. I tell those who it concerns when I meet them in private, out of respect!

4 – How do you hold yourself up in situations of grief and loss?

The way I see it, you sometimes just can’t! Life forces us to deal with it, we have no choice! Like the lyrics of my track “Lose Heart”, we need to go through it! And the only way is forward! You have to find your way and method to cope with it. And only you decide!

But one thing I have learned is that, don’t hide your feelings to tight and keep them in too long. It’s better to get them out. If you don’t have anyone at all you can do that towards, just pick one you don’t know!

If my song, “You Are” will just pick one person up I’m glad!

5 – In your opinion, is this song a good fit for radio stations, clubs, or somewhere else?

Fit for all! A special live version is already made. Radio it’s the same. The question I have, will they play it? It’s not up to me.

6 – What challenges did you face in producing “You Are”? Was COVID-19 an obstacle?

Non, my vision was clear from the start, I had this melody in my head that needed to come out! Yeah, working in a studio with the singer is much easier. But Matthew and I had no problem through distance, we used some online sessions.

7 – Are you planning to release a lyric video or remixes?

Yes, a music video is planned with a very creative special team, but we have no date for it yet.

8 – Is there a venue or festival you dream to play in?

Not directly, the listeners have to decide that. And if I’m asked to come. I have had a vision though, doing it on the ocean on a boat towards a beach would be cool! 🙂

But of course, without this period of the pandemic, we all are in. Safety is important and comes first!

9 – What are your current projects for the rest of 2020?

Instrumental projects. There are tons of music on the way, it’s just the result from many years of work. I can’t go into more details at this moment. All I can say is that one of the projects is crazy and, just out of this world! 🙂

10 – Finally, what’s that special message you want to portray with “You Are”?

They live with or within us now, FOREVER!

Matthew Titmouse’s answers:

1 – What is the best thing about working with COY Swede?

It is a tough question because we immediately found the common language between each other both musically and personally. If I had to pick the best thing about working with Coy Swede I would say that besides that he is a professional music arranger, songwriter, he is also an exceptional man and he got a gentle manner which helped me not to stress over the task but unleash my creative energies.

2 – Your voice is really great btw, what is your own musical background?

It makes me happy and grateful when I hear similar things, thank you for the kind words. You know every voice has its unique quality and our job is to train in a way that the character of our voice could unfold.

I began my career with gritty Rock tones like Green Day kind of stuff, then I switched to Kings of Leon. Nowadays, I am a huge fan of Coldplay and One Republic. Shortly that was my musical journey through the years.

3 – Will we see both of you and COY Swede perform live in the future with this song “You Are”?

Well “You are” was a challenging but refreshing song to me and I’ve never been to Sweden yet, so yes I am completely open to this idea! Live performances with him are in sight but it depends on a lot of factors especially in this pandemic situation.

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