Nataly Dawn

Nataly Dawn, a singer-songwriter and one half of the band Pomplamoose, recounts her journey of adapting to life in a small French town after moving from the U.S. She candidly shares her struggles with language and the insecurities of being a beginner. As she learns French, Nataly discovers joy and connection through creativity and shared experiences with her classmates. Embracing a beginner's mindset transforms her challenges into opportunities for growth, underscoring the beauty in exploration and mindfulness.

Jack Conte and Nataly Dawn, the talented duo behind Pomplamoose, delve into their latest album, 'Photogénique.' They share the intensive three-year journey of writing and re-recording, highlighting the struggle for artistic authenticity. The conversation touches on their unique vocal production techniques and how AI is influencing their music. Additionally, they discuss gear recommendations and provide insights for emerging artists. Their passion for collaboration shines as they reflect on the balance of individual and collective creativity in their studio process.

When Nataly Dawn’s family moves from the U.S. to a tiny town in the middle of France, she finds herself unable to speak, read, or even play the way the other kids do. It’s embarrassing, being a rock-bottom beginner in 5th grade — but as she slowly learns the language, she finds a new kind of joy in the process of discovery. The singer-songwriter who is one-half of the band Pomplamoose shares how a beginner’s mindset — even if it’s uncomfortable at first — can be a doorway to connection and joy.Learn more about Nataly Dawn at NatalyDawnMusic.com — where you can snag tickets for her upcoming tour!Each episode of Meditative Story combines the emotional pull of first-person storytelling with immersive music and gentle mindfulness prompts. Read the transcript for this story: meditativestory.comSign up for the Meditative Story newsletter: https://meditativestory.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.