Alex Kate

Through her haunting new single “Maybe God is Everywhere,” Alex Kate explores faith, duality, and empathy amid global conflict, blending emotional honesty with cinematic soundscapes that invite deep reflection.

1. Alex, “Maybe God is Everywhere” feels deeply personal and globally relevant at the same time. Can you tell us how your experiences in the US and Israel shaped the emotional core of this song?

My time in both the US before the elections and then on October 7th 2023 in Israel definitely influenced the emotional core of the song. So much pain in the world is caused in the name of God and it is devastating. I also recognise that I have friends on both sides of the political fence and need to be open to different perspectives. Too much is also caused by the polarisation of people- I think it is one of our modern day travestis. It’s about grappling with duality and finding common ground, even when it feels impossible. Nuance needs to be the new normal.

2. The line “How did holy turn into hatred?” captures a universal feeling of disillusionment. Was there a particular moment or image that sparked that lyric for you?

It wasn’t one specific moment, but rather an accumulation of observing how deeply held beliefs can be twisted and used to justify conflict. It’s a question that’s been on my mind for a long time.

3. You worked with producer Mitch Parks in Nashville — how did his approach influence the sound and atmosphere of the song?
Mitch has a great way of capturing raw emotion. He really understood the dynamic I was going for, balancing the heavier themes with a sense of vulnerability. He helped create that atmosphere perfectly. He is a very well accomplished musician- played with Ed Sheeran and now on a world tour with Callum Scott- I am very honoured to have him as a co writer and my producer.

The track carries both despair and a fragile sense of hope. How did you balance those emotions musically and lyrically?
That balance was key. Lyrically, it’s about acknowledging the darkness but not letting it consume you. Musically, we used dynamics and instrumentation to reflect that push and pull between despair and hope.

5. Many listeners have compared your sound to Kate Bush. How do you feel about that comparison, and who are the artists that most inspire your songwriting today?
I’m flattered by the comparison to Kate Bush; she’s an incredible artist. I draw inspiration from so many places – artists like Florence + The Machine, Hozier, and even some older folk influences. It’s about finding authenticity in the songwriting.

6. With “Maybe God is Everywhere” confronting such powerful themes, what do you hope listeners take away after hearing it — reflection, comfort, or perhaps a challenge to think differently?
I hope it encourages reflection and perhaps a bit of empathy. If it makes someone think differently or feel a little less alone in their struggles, then I’ve achieved what I set out to do.

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