As Alison Moyet releases her new album Key, she reflects in an interview with The Guardian on writing “Is This Love” with Dave Stewart

In the article, Dave Stewart's contributions are highlighted as a pivotal part of the creative process behind Alison Moyet's song "Is This Love?" Stewart recalls his serendipitous approach to songwriting, which he embraced after a life-changing event – a severe car accident in Germany that led him to view chaos as an integral part of creativity. His collaboration with Moyet came about through a mutual acquaintance, producer Jimmy Iovine, who casually introduced them and suggested they write a song together. Despite having never met before, Stewart and Moyet quickly gelled in their songwriting session, with Stewart crafting the chord progression and melody while Moyet penned the lyrics, including the memorable line: “Let our bodies be twisted but never our minds.” While the original version of the song had an electronic 80s feel, Stewart expresses a preference for Moyet's current live renditions, which are slower and more atmospheric, aligning better with the lyrical content.

Alison Moyet, reflecting on her career, shares how teaming up with Stewart provided much-needed relief during a lonely period in Los Angeles while working on her second album, "Raindancing." After overcoming legal and personal challenges following her split with Vince Clarke from Yazoo, Moyet found herself isolated in unfamiliar situations, often having to vacate studios for bigger acts. Working with Stewart brought a fresh, energetic dynamic to her music-making approach, ultimately leading to their successful collaboration on "Is This Love?" Moyet elaborates on the song's lyrical themes, describing them as reflective of a dark time in her life but subverted with a sort of innocent joy, inspired by Stewart's vibrant energy. The article concludes with an announcement of Alison Moyet's new album "Key," set for release, and her upcoming UK tour in early 2025.