Behind-the-Scenes with the “Only Love” Songwriters

Go inside the creative process of Bonnie Tyler’s powerful new single. From the first spark of inspiration to the final studio vocal, songwriters Patrick Schmiderer, Julia Kautz, and Elias M. Walch share the story of “Only Love” – a song that speaks to the world we live in today.

Patrick Schmiderer

Patrick is a cornerstone of the “Only Love” team and a key architect of Bonnie’s contemporary sound. In this exclusive clip, he pulls back the curtain on the recording process, detailing the magic of working with Bonnie and the other musicians who helped craft the sound.

Patrick highlights the vocal layering with long-time collaborator Miriam Stockley and explains how Chris Kaufmann’s driving guitar work provides the track’s modern, rock-infused edge.

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Julia Kautz

For Julia Kautz, “Only Love” is more than just a collaboration; it’s the realisation of a lifelong dream. Having grown up as a devoted Bonnie Tyler fan, Julia explains the emotional weight of writing for Bonnie. Her perspective brings a unique “fan-turned-creator” energy to the track, proving that Bonnie’s music continues to bridge generations.

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Elias Walch

Elias joined the team with a passion for capturing the “Bonnie Tyler spirit”. He dives deep into the song’s core message, exploring the urgency behind the hook: “Only love can save us now.” In a world of uncertainty, Elias shares why this specific anthem felt like the right story for Bonnie to tell in 2026.

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Join the Journey

As “Only Love” makes its way across the globe this week, we want to hear from you. Which lyric resonates most with you? Share your thoughts on social media and help us spread the message. Leave a review on the iTunes Store, Rate Your Music, and Album of the Year, and please vote for it in this week’s Heritage Chart poll.