As far as lead singles for a new album go, a duet with Elton John is a seriously strong statement.

Bright Light Bright Light - real name Rod Thomas - has teamed up with Elton for his new EP, ahead of his forthcoming second studio album "Life Is Easy." Digital Spy caught up with the Welsh musician to talk about the once-in-a-lifetime collaboration and what we can expect from his new material.

First off, we have to ask what it was like working with Elton John on your new single 'I Wish We Were Leaving'?

"It was amazing, working with him. I've said to people that it's funny, because I've known him for quite a long time through music stuff, so I've got used to knowing him. Then, when you take a step back and remember who he is and everything he's achieved, it blows your mind. We talked about music a lot. We've got a lot of things in common in terms of bands we like listening to, records that we like. We talked about doing something, and the song seemed to me like it might fit his voice, so I sent it to him, and he liked it, and he sang on it."

Elton has said that he found recording it challenging because he had to sing in a different way. Did you help him out?

"No, not really, it was just something he hadn't done before. I know he's working with other dance producers, but maybe for like bigger tracks, which require him to use his really powerful voice. It's really cool to listen to him being held back a bit, and having a bit more calm in his delivery. It makes his voice sound so majestic."

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