Peter Gabriel and Loney dear in conversation

Peter Gabriel

Watch Peter Gabriel and Real World Records' artist Emil Svanängen of Loney dear in conversation, filmed earlier this year.

It’s a wide ranging discussion, that sees Peter taking the less familiar role of interviewer, as he seeks to find out a little bit more about Emil and his work as Loney dear.

There’s a natural intimacy to the conversation as they cover topics including family and early life, aspirations as musicians and approaches to writing and recording. They also discuss touring, future plans and ‘our’ place in the wider universe…

  • Loney dear

    Loney dear

    Sweden

    Swedish singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Emil Svanängen makes records and plays shows under the enigmatic name of Loney dear.

By Online Editor

Published on Thu, 05 April 18

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