In the summer of 2022, we found ourselves in the picturesque town of Gordes, nestled in the southern region of France, embarking on an epic adventure for the video shoot of DARI's latest hit single, "Because Of You."

DARI and his girlfriend Jennifer had just flown in directly from their exhilarating road trip in Norway, while I joined forces with my buddy Lars for an unforgettable journey. Let me tell you, it was one hell of a road trip!

Originally, we had planned to kick off our escapade the following day, but let's be real here, those who know us are aware that time has a funny way of slipping away when we're around. After Lars had been driving for a solid six hours, reminding me at least 70 times since we crossed the French border that he had once hiked that very path during his pilgrimage on the Way of St. James, we decided to catch a few hours of shut-eye in the car.

However, the car proved to be far from the coziest sleep sanctuary, and try as I might, I couldn't manage to doze off. Determined not to let exhaustion get the best of me, I resorted to an array of caffeine-powered tactics, holding on tight until we hit the open freeway and I could finally make a pit stop at the next rest area. Once Lars regained his wakefulness, he gallantly took the wheel and steered us through the remaining six hours.

As the dawn painted the sky with hues of gold, we arrived at the breathtaking destination of Gordes. DARI had arranged for us to stay in a magnificent Airbnb, complete with its own private pool, tucked away in serene seclusion. Within a two-kilometer radius, there was nothing but our little oasis.

With our spirits high and fueled by a delectable breakfast, we rendezvoused with the talented Marvin and his crew, including the dynamic duo of Max and David, and a few other rockstars whose names escape me. And so, under the enchanting evening sky, our exhilarating video shoot commenced.