You're looking very well!
Thank you very much. I feel good, I'm delighted to be at this event. Ivor Novellos, you know,
loads of amazing artists here. Chuffed that I'm nominated, look forward to the event.
I have to say, I think there's something really special about this award show, even maybe
more so than others.
Well, I think it's because it's not built around controversy. It's not for the TVs.
It's not that kind of event. It's based on everyone, songwriters, managers, composers,
everyone.
I'm just really pleased that I'm here and that they let an Essex boy in and I'm able to have
a good time, so.
Of course they would! Now, what song have you written that you're most proud of?
I mena, to be honest with you, it'd have to be 'Troublemaker' and probably 'Dance With
Me Tonight.' Both of them got nominated for an Ivor Novello and, you know, songs like
'Dear Darling' that I wrote I'm so happy with but the fact that 'Troublemaker' is getting
happy with today says it all for me. I'm very happy that people have recognised it and put
it in the list and I've been nominated for it. So I'd have to say they are my favourite
songs, because this is such a great event!
Now have you ever writeen a song about somebody that they've then realised is about them and
then they've called you up being like, 'Is that song about me?'
100%! I've done that a few times. I even wrote a song once about my nan and grandad and their
relationship and how they love each other but also they hate each other sometimes. And
they were listening to it and they were, like, 'Is this about us?' And I went, 'Yeah.' And
they were devastated. I think they didn't speak to me for a week. But, no, it's what
songwriting's all about. It's a great experience and you try to come up with something clever
and something unique.
And, lastly, what are you most excited for this summer?
I'm excited about just enjoying the summer because normally I'm working. So, I'm writing
the album at the moment. We're gonna be coming back with some new music, so just getting
all that prepared for people to hear and I'm excited, yeah.
New music comes kind of October time?
Yeah, new music October potentially, yeah. But also the festival season. I'm like
everyone else, I can't wait to get my wellies on, go and enjoy some bands and go and have
a great time.
Enjoy today, we're routing for you.
Thank you, cheers.