Anders OEsterlund releases “You Are There Where You Belong”

Anders Österlund presents his latest single “You Are There Where You Belong”, a track that moves between rock, pop and ballad with strong guitar riffs. Based on a lifelong friendship, he portrays both grief, gratitude and the strength that remains when life changes.

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A friendship that lives on

The background of the song comes from his personal life. Anders wrote it with his oldest friend in mind, a relationship shaped by both bright memories and a tragic loss at a young age. In the lyrics, the friendship becomes a way to carry both what has been and what still remains, while highlighting the importance of truly appreciating companionship and loyalty over time.
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A dynamic musical expression

Musically, Anders describes the single as a gritty and groovy rock and pop track with ballad influences. It is a varied production where the guitar riffs play a central role and where the acoustic foundation continuously drives the narrative forward. The choruses carry a clear sense of momentum, while the verses allow for a more reflective expression where the message of the lyrics takes shape.

A creative process without prestige

The recording has evolved through close collaboration with producer Kasper Randler at KMR Studios. Anders describes the creative process as exciting and open, where ideas are tested, reshaped and developed without prestige to give the song its strongest possible form. Together with Kasper’s production and Filip Killander’s mastering, “You Are There Where You Belong” has become another step in Anders Österlund’s continued musical journey – and a song he now looks forward to sharing with an audience who can relate to both the story and the feeling.

Project Members

Credits
Artist: Anders OEsterlund
Lyrics & Music: Anders Österlund

Arrangement: Anders Österlund, Kasper Randler

Musicians
Anders Österlund: Vocals, acoustic guitar, percussion/cowbell
Kasper Randler: Producing engineer, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, bass, organ, drum programming, percussion, backing vocals
Filip Killander: Backing vocals

Engineering
Production: Kasper Randler

Mixing (Atmos & Stereo): Kasper Randler
Mastering (Atmos & Stereo): Filip Killander

Studio
Recording: KMR Studios
Mixing (Atmos & Stereo): KMR Studios
Mastering (Atmos & Stereo): KMR Studios
Recording year: 2026

Executive Production
Graphic Design: Karuna Milakovic-Bauer

Editor: Karuna Milakovic-Bauer
Release: KMR Studios (2026 08 14)

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Mixed and Mastered in Dolby Atmos

This production has been mixed and mastered in Dolby Atmos. KMR Studios is one of the few studios in Sweden that's actually certified by Dolby. This means that both the studio room and the technician working on the music meet international high standards.

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