— There is no celebration without music and to commemorate its 150th anniversary, Swiss Haute Horlogerie manufacturer Audemars Piguet is thrilled to unveil a dedicated track created in collaboration with long-term friend of the brand Mark Ronson and new AP family member RAYE.
The song titled “Suzanne” was revealed during an exclusive evening last night at London’s 180 Studios, which gathered artists, clients and friends of the brand for a celebration full of passion and emotion. Following the release of the song, the film Syncing Sounds 150 will offer a rare insight into the duo’s creative process and collaborative journey. By partnering with talents who share common values, Audemars Piguet continues to expand its dynamic music programme while crafting experiences that go beyond watchmaking.
Written by Mark, RAYE, Tommy Brenneck and Eric Hagstrom, “Suzanne” was produced by Mark and co-produced by Tommy Brenneck. The horn section gives the song an intimate club feel.
“I’ve admired RAYE’s artistry for years now, watching her evolution from songwriter to the powerhouse artist she’s become. When Audemars Piguet brought us together through their APxMusic program, it felt like the stars were aligning at exactly the right moment. This collaboration isn’t just another project — it’s something we’ve poured ourselves into completely…all night tracking sessions in London, New York and Los Angeles. The music we’ve created together carries both our musical DNA but takes us somewhere neither of us would have reached alone.” — Mark Ronson
“Everything about how this song came to exist, and this moment with Mark and AP, feels meant to be. I used to work in Mark Ronson’s London studio when I was a baby artist focusing on my songwriting craft, and always dreamed of the day I could one day work with the musical genius that is Ronson. From the feeling in my heart that the song should be called “Suzanne” within minutes of hearing the music Mark created, to learning of Suzanne Audemars and the joy I feel in my bones whenever I play this song in my headphones, the overwhelming consensus of emotions is gratitude and pride.” — RAYE
Listen to “Suzanne” and watch Syncing Sounds 150 right here. Also stay tuned for more news from artists RAYE and Mark Ronson.