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Ep.006: Brotha Løve (Surprise Guest Challenge)
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In this special “Surprise Guest Challenge” episode of The Weekly Beat with Matoma, rather than diving into the studio with a professional songwriter or artist, Matoma is put on the spot with a surprise guest who comes equipped with a “challenge” for a song they should make together. In his first ever challenge, Tom is surprised by his brother Dan (aka Brotha Løve), for what becomes a deeply nostalgic and emotionally rich conversation about music, brotherhood, and the journey from small-town Norway to international stages. What begins as a playful twist to the format quickly evolves into a heartfelt exchange, covering everything from their shared upbringing surrounded by nature, to the chaotic rise of Matoma’s career and Dan’s grounding presence throughout. Together, they reflect on childhood dreams, failed artist names like “Subhero,” the origin of the name “Matoma,” and the early days of SoundCloud hustle that led to viral success.
The episode dives into deeply personal territory as the brothers recount tour memories, emotional turning points, and the challenges of balancing fame with authenticity. Matoma opens up about his anxiety before his first ever tour, the crushing weight of early media criticism, and how Dan’s unwavering support helped him persevere. They talk about creative sparks, soulfulness in music, and the value of raw emotion over technical perfection. The episode ends on a joyful note with the two planning to channel their past into a nostalgic EDM track—rooted in their shared love for 2010s electronic anthems and Norwegian forest mysticism.
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Co-created by Matoma and Andrew Jackson.
Executive Producer Andrew Jackson.
Produced by Sara Laarej Berg and Maren Gjertsen.
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