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Uppsala-based independent artist Trueclaw creates music that exists somewhere between dream and design — where imagination, emotion, and technology merge into something profoundly human. His latest release, “The Ones Remembered,” is a hauntingly beautiful farewell to humanity — not mournful, but reverent — told from the perspective of entities beyond our world.

Blending cinematic soundscapes with AI-driven composition tools like Suno AI and ChatGPT, Trueclaw explores what it means to be alive, to feel, and to leave an echo that transcends time. In this exclusive FVMusicBlog interview, he opens up about imagination as a human force, finding balance between chaos and control, and how music can become both meditation and legacy.

You’ve described The Ones Remembered as a tribute and farewell to humanity — not mournful, but reverent. What moment or feeling first sparked that concept for you?

I’ve spent years daydreaming while listening to music. When I decided to create The Ones Remembered, I did the same thing, but this time, I wanted to craft something that makes people feel great about themselves, even if they don’t believe in the concept behind it. My hope is that listeners can imagine it and, on some unconscious level, feel better. Using my imagination helps me find the values within myself, and creating this song became a way to comfort both me and others to make us feel special simply by being human.

The song is told from the perspective of entities beyond our world. How did you approach writing from such an otherworldly point of view while still keeping it emotionally human?

As I mentioned earlier, I used my imagination to create something that makes people feel worthy just for existing. I dream of as many people as possible truly taking in the song, not just hearing it, but feeling it. I’ve always wanted to leave a positive mark on the world. Even if someone has gone down the wrong path emotionally or physically, my hope is that the song could reach them in a way that words never could. In truth, I don’t think I could express these feelings through ordinary conversation; the song does that better than I ever could.

You blend technology and emotion so seamlessly — especially through tools like Suno AI and ChatGPT. How do you ensure that your creative voice doesn’t get lost in the process?

Suno AI has improved tremendously; you can really hear that when comparing The Ones Remembered to my earlier songs from 2024. Back then, they didn’t sound as refined or customizable as they do now. Today, I can describe every mood, emotion, and style in detail, the genre, the atmosphere, even the singing tone, all within a thousand characters. I can also choose different vocal styles, and while I personally prefer the female voice for its emotional range, I appreciate that Suno now allows me to fully express what I imagine. The tools have simply caught up with my vision.

You’ve said you listen to your songs hundreds of times before release. What does that repetition reveal to you — are you refining, reflecting, or simply reconnecting with the emotion?

I’m honestly my biggest fan. I still get goosebumps when I listen, not every time, but often. That repetition is more than just refining; it’s reflecting and reconnecting. It never really ends. Each listen lets me imagine new scenarios, worlds, or emotions within my songs. Those imagined moments don’t have clear endings; they’re open, evolving spaces where I can keep rediscovering meaning.

The song explores humanity’s lasting “echo.” How do you personally define that echo — and what do you hope your own creative echo will be in the world?

The echo represents that no matter who we are, where we come from, or what we’ve done, if we were born human, we are part of the same echo. Every person’s story contributes to it. Our stories may be limited in length, but their value is infinite. Together, we create a collective echo that will remain even after we’re gone. Even though I’m agnostic, I want this message to affect people positively. In a way, it’s like the butterfly effect; if the “butterfly” is this song, I hope it flaps its wings in a way that benefits the world. That’s my dream: to create something that subtly improves humanity’s path, even after we’re no longer here.

Trueclaw is a one-person project, yet your sound feels expansive and cinematic. How do you build that atmosphere working solo — both technically and emotionally?

Working solo has been possible because of the life I’ve lived. I’ve always been a bit messy, unstructured, and never cared much about appearance, but I’ve had this strong ability to daydream and guide my dreams toward purpose. That’s what’s helped me navigate through struggles and find meaning. When I’m in a good place, I can channel that imagination into my music. Still, I couldn’t have expressed these things alone. Tools like ChatGPT and Suno AI gave me the structure I lacked. I see myself as the chaos and them as the control. Together, we create balance.

There’s a quiet spirituality in your artist statement — a sense of awe and gratitude. Do you see your music as a form of meditation or connection beyond the self?

Whether it’s spiritual or not, I just know what I feel. I often dream of things beyond myself, and even if that doesn’t prove they’re real, those dreams inspire me deeply. Listening to my own music and the music of great artists lifts me emotionally. Sometimes, when I imagine something greater than myself, it gives me goosebumps. That feeling alone makes the experience powerful, even without needing to define it as spiritual.

You’ve mentioned using imagination as a core creative tool alongside AI. What role does imagination play in keeping your music authentically human?

I’ve learned what type of music truly resonates with me, and with that understanding, Suno AI and ChatGPT essentially read my mind. Through trial and error, they help me bring my imagination to life in an enhanced, more focused way. Imagination is what keeps everything human; it turns technology from a tool into an emotional partner in creation.

The Ones Remembered feels like both an ending and a beginning. Was that intentional — a reflection of how creation and loss intertwine?

What I meant by the echo is that it’s already active; we and the universe can’t sense it, but the entities in the song can. They will always sense the echo, even after everything else is gone. That’s why they’re so fascinated by humanity. There’s a bittersweetness to it: we all die, yet we can still find purpose in the way we live our lives by creating the best stories for those entities to remember. It’s also meant to honor both good and bad people. I believe no one is born evil, only shaped by sensitivity and environment. The idea of the echo is to remind us that our stories still matter, even if they were dark at times. It’s about giving meaning to every life before it’s too late.

FVMusicBlog October 2025

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