“‘Silver & Gold’ is all about the illusive hunt for success and fortune, which is commonly associated with dollar signs and material well-being. ”My great challenge has always been, to live in the present, to enjoy life while I can. Back in the days I was getting burn out every now and then. I constantly gave more than I received, in any kind of situation, and I always ended up feeling empty as a bottle. I come from a hard working bloodline where people identify each other depending on what you do, forgetting about the person behind the badge. The day I realized this my life became easier. If you don’t like what you do for a living then it’s hard to fulfill your true potential. To me it works that way and I guess a lot of people out there will recognize themselves while listening to the song”. This baroque dipped pop goodness, dressed in the charms of folk edges, makes life living, when listening. It’s a charming note to what we humans could be to each other. The good and the bad, can work together with better understanding and patience. Mattias’ work is right on.” - CHF STAFF

“("Arvet") - It’s folk music, rock, a bit of country and a touch of jazz. Mattias Lies has created his very own blend of musical styles with compelling authenticity. The lyrics often describe the struggles of life and, even without the music, they function as pure poetry. In the same way, the music is strong enough to stand on its own. Combined, the two have a powerful and moving effect. Mattias has really done something with his fourth album and what he has done is to give us something that is not merely entertaining. He has also given us something that is deeply thought provoking.” - Lennart Götesson

“("Still believe in Lies") - The new album is a dramatic departure from his former albums. The progress concerning the music and the sound is beyond the average even if you do recognize some of the elements. “Still believe in Lies” is dark, thoughtful and sometimes it reveals a passionate transcendental Mattias. It’s an electrified crossover between blues and rock sprinkled with Indie-pop, always with a sound a bit dirtier, rougher than before; a sound which is giving the melodies and the lyrics a legit space. ” - Magnus Sjöberg