Interview: Elijah MC
Elijah MC shares the moving testimony behind his new single 'Love Don't Fade', and the journey through his musical career that saw him reach this moment.
For those who haven't heard of you before, can you tell us a bit about yourself and how you got involved in making music?
I’ve been involved in music for over 20 years, mainly in reggae, jungle and electronic scenes across the UK and Europe. I was part of the officially licensed revival of 90s chart act MAXX for a season, performing the original catalogue. Over time, my focus shifted more personally, and I began creating music that reflects my faith and real-life experiences. That’s what led to what I’m doing now as Elijah MC.
Tell us about your new single 'Love Don't Fade' and what the inspiration behind it was?
Love Don’t Fade came out of one of the most difficult seasons of my life. My marriage broke down and I ended up having to leave and rebuild from scratch, including time in a refuge and a stay in hospital.
The song came from a place where I was dealing with a lot of pressure around faith, leadership and family, and things didn’t go the way I believed they should. That ultimately led to me choosing to step away and rebuild my life from a very low point.
At the same time, I came across the 1882 hymn O Love That Wilt Not Let Me Go by George Matheson, which Love Don’t Fade is a modern adaptation of. I first heard the lyrics in September 2025, during that same season of heartache, and found myself asking a lot of questions, trying to make sense of everything that had happened and how I was meant to move forward.
But the words of that hymn brought me back to a place of worship and thankfulness, even in the middle of it all. That moment became the foundation for the song.
At its core, Love Don’t Fade is about discovering that love doesn’t fade, even when life feels like it has.
Do you have any plans to release more music in the near future?
Yes, definitely. This is just the start. I’ve got more music coming that continues to build on this sound, blending reggae and drum & bass with a message that’s real and grounded.
What message would you like people to take from your music?
That hope and peace are still available, even when life doesn’t feel stable. My music is about pointing people towards something deeper, without forcing it. Just creating space for people to encounter that for themselves.
How would you describe your style of music and what are your influences?
It’s a fusion of reggae, dub and drum & bass, with influences from sound system culture and electronic music. I’ve always been drawn to music that has energy but also carries something meaningful underneath it.
If you could work with any songwriter, who would it be and why?
Forest frank would be cool. I really respect the way his heart reflects the message first and foremost. His sound is different to mine. But I can really visualise a cool fusion. Then last week, he dropped a reggae track. Dunno, is that a sign?
How would you define success in your career as an artist?
For me, success is the heart posture. Creating the songs at all is huge for me. The final product is a dedication and a message that's real. Its just a massive privilege that they bless other people as much as they have blessed me.
What is your favourite album of all time?
That’s a hard one. I'm torn. I'd have to combine songs from different artists. It's playlists these days isn't it?
You're stuck on an island, it's hot, you only have enough battery life left to listen to one song on your phone. What track is it?
Ooh, i love the Shane and Shane track 'Though You Slay Me'. This one hits different.
What does the next year hold for you?
More releases, more live performances, and continuing to grow this sound. I want to keep building momentum and reaching people both through music and live settings, whether that’s on stage or out in public spaces.
