In this engaging conversation, Melanie Pain, a French artist known for her work with Nouvelle Vague, shares her journey through music, from her chaotic childhood in Normandy to her successful career as a singer and songwriter. She discusses her influences, the unique experience of covering classic songs, and the impact of collaborations with iconic artists. Melanie reflects on her solo career, the challenges of balancing multiple projects, and how the COVID lockdown sparked new creative ventures. She also pays tribute to her late collaborator Olivier LeBeau and shares insights about her latest album, How and Why, which aims to uplift listeners through emotional storytelling.

Chapters

00:00 Melanie Payne: A Journey Through Music

02:50 Early Life and Musical Influences

05:50 The Rise of Nouvelle Vague

09:11 Covering Classics: The Nouvelle Vague Experience

11:58 Collaborations and Iconic Duets

15:13 Solo Career: Finding My Voice

18:00 The Balance of Projects: Nouvelle Vague and Solo Work

20:50 The Impact of COVID on Creativity

23:56 Tribute to Olivier LeBeau

26:47 New Directions: Kill the Pain and All That Matters

30:11 The Latest Album: How and Why

33:04 Future Plans and Touring

35:52 Dinner with Heroes: A Creative Reflection