Natalie Jean is a talented singer/songwriter. As a young child she used to sing along with her father, Guy R. Jean, a famous Haitian artist, in their home. She started her career by writing poetry. However, music has always been her passion.
In April of 2013, Natalie released her first CD entitled, Obsession. On August 42014, she released her second album, self-titled “Natalie Jean.” She has performed at the following venues in the MD/DC area, French Embassy, Takoma Station, Ebenezers Coffeehouse, Twins Jazz, Mad Momos, and the Pinch. She has also begun to write and perform for many different genres besides her own, such as Rap, Country, Dance, and Heavy metal.
Currently, Natalie has been nominated in the Best Dance Category in the 2014 Artist in Music Awards, as well as having 5 nominations in The 2014 Indie Music Music Channel Awards for Best Blues Song, Best Blues Artist, Best Jazz Song, Best Best Rap Song, and Best R&B Artist. Also nominated in the International Music and Entertainment Association for five categories, and Semi-Finalist for 4 songs in the UK Songwriting Contest. She is also nominated in the Hollywood Music in Media Awards for Best Blues Song and Female Vocalist. June 2014, she was selected as a Top 5 finalist for Singer Universe. Natalie most recently won two awards in the Akamedia Music Awards for Best Blues Song and Best Rap Metal. She is a passionate singer.
You can feel every note when she sings. Natalie can also sing in French, Spanish, and Creole. Natalie Jean is mostly influenced by artist such as Lena Horne, Celine Dion, Billie Holiday, and Ella Fitzgerald.
Interview with Natalie Jean
When did your passion for music begin?
Natalie Jean: I grew up in a household where music was always playing.
My father being a musician was a great influence in my life. I grew up watching Elvis as well, and he made music so exciting. I always loved to dance and enjoyed the way music made me feel. It wasn’t until later in life, that I felt it was time to be a part of the music scene.
Who were some of your first favorite recording artists?
Natalie Jean: I love Celine Dion, Sam Smith, Christina Aguilera
If you could perform with any music artist, past or present, who would you want to share the stage with?
Natalie Jean: I would love to be able to perform with Sam Smith. He is an awesome singer and performer. The emotion he conveys is amazing. I like the fact that his songs are based on his life, just like mine.
If you could perform with any music artist, past or present, who would you want to share the stage with?
Natalie Jean: I would love to be able to perform with Sam Smith. He is an awesome singer and performer. The emotion he conveys is amazing. I like the fact that his songs are based on his life, just like mine.
Your new self-titled album just dropped in August of this year. What is different about this album compared to the songs you released previously?
Natalie Jean: The first album was more pop. This new album is a Jazzy/Blues album. Jazz, is my first love. I wanted to create an album that would really able to demonstrate my vocal ability.
Who wrote the songs and who did you work to create your album?
Natalie Jean: I wrote all of the lyrics on the album. The music was composed by my music producer Alexi Von Guggenberg, from LXE Music Productions Studio in Alexandria, VA
What song do you believe represents you and your music as a whole?
Natalie Jean: “You Are My Everything” represents me the best. It is the first jazz song that I wrote and it demonstrated the kind of emotion that put through everything that I do.
In 2014, you racked up a combined nineteen Nominations and contest recognitions, including two awards for Best Blues Song and Best Rap Metal. How does it feel to have so many alco and be an award winner?
Natalie Jean: I am honored that having only been focused in the music for the past couple of years, that I have been able to receive so many nominations. It has been a good year.What other achievements are you most proud of and what is on the horizon for Natalie Jean? Perhaps a music video or a national tour?
Natalie Jean: My proudest achievement was the ability to complete my latest album. I really enjoyed making the album and it represents me the best. On the horizon, I will be making a new music video and am working on a short film, in which I have written, will star in, and write the soundtrack.
Find more of Natalie Jean:
New CD Release - https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/natalie-jean/id907523576
Website - www.natalie-jean.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NatalieJeanObsession
Twitter: https://twitter.com/natnat7
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