EU:CT – A Creative Journey Beyond Borders
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- Friday, 28 March 2025
This year’s EU:CT project – by Louvana Records - has been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my career—not just because of the incredible music we created, but because of the profound connections and creative growth that unfolded along the way.
It all started with six talented songwriters from different backgrounds, languages, and levels of experience. I got to know each artist’s unique voice, fears, and creative dreams. Some had never been encouraged to write in their mother tongue before—a barrier we were about to break.
The team began writing in November in Cyprus. The songs evolved in surprising ways. A Portuguese ballad absorbed a Turkish-Cypriot verse. A group-composed track gained a spontaneous rap section. Even autotuned male vocals—something none of the artists had tried before—became a thrilling experiment.
Recording at Arda Recorders in March was where everything crystallized. From the first day, the energy was electric. We started with the band song—a challenging arrangement that finally clicked after hours of jamming. Over the next eight days, we layered drums, guitars, pianos, and vocals, keeping some original demo takes for their raw spontaneity.
What struck me most was the team spirit. These artists—who had met just months before—worked together like a seasoned band. Vocal sessions had their struggles, but the mutual respect and openness carried us through. Even during tough arrangement debates, we found solutions that honoured everyone’s vision.
Beyond the 11 songs we recorded, what stays with me is the human connection. The shared meals, the Porto explorations, the studio laughs—this wasn’t just a project; it became a creative family. Many of the artists told me this experience would stay with them for life, and I feel the same. 
EU:CT reminded me why I love this work: music is more than notes and lyrics. It’s about trust, collaboration, and the magic that happens when artists feel seen, heard, and free to create. I love you all and I can’t wait for you to hear what we made. We are currently in the mixing stage.
