From the streets of Paris to global stages, electronic music producer Notre Dame has crafted a distinct sonic identity blending French Touch influences with anime culture.
Photo credit: Notre Dame – Official
Emerging from the same vibrant French electronic scene that birthed legends like Daft Punk and Justice, Notre Dame has shown consistent innovation and artistic growth. His hit ‘Yumi’ (2021) earned support from Solomun and Pete Tong, leading to releases on Cercle Records and Innervisions.
Following his acclaimed Bedouin remix and worldwide tour from Tokyo to Miami, Notre Dame launched Paranormal Society—a new music and art label that merges electronic music with manga aesthetics. The label’s debut release, ‘Do for Your Love,’ has gained support from Keinemusik, Adriatique, and Rüfüs Du Sol.
In an exclusive interview with EG, the artist shares his journey from local Parisian DJ to international artist, discussing his current US tour and the recent launch of his label, Paranormal Society.
EG: Hi, Notre Dame! Welcome to EG. It’s a pleasure to have you here with us. How have you been? Where are you right now?
Notre Dame: Hello guys, a shared pleasure to be here! I’m doing great, I’m currently on tour in the United States, now in Boston.
EG: First of all, thank you for your recent contribution to our EG AFTER podcast series. We really enjoyed it. For the ones that might have not caught it yet… What can they come to find in this mix? Is there a concept driving this particular mix?
Notre Dame: Thanks! I really played the music I liked at the time with some personal unreleased ones too. That’s the way I build my mixes in general.
EG: Now, congratulations on the drop of your remix of Bedouin & Iveta Mukuchyan’s ‘Make Me Feel’! You must be stoked to have this one out. What has the initial reception been like so far?
Notre Dame: I’m very happy with the feedback, I love to play it in closing. My intention was to make a very melodic and deep piece, super cool for sunsets (or sunrises).
EG: And what can your fans expect to find on this rework? What was it about the original piece that drew you in as a remixer?
Notre Dame: I was super inspired by the original and this beautiful vocal. When Bedouin asked me to do a remix, I immediately accepted and the idea came very naturally.
“Paranormal Society is a playground to express myself 100%”
EG: And, again, congratulations on the announcement of your new imprint, Paranormal Society! What can you share with us about this new project? How did the inspiration to blend electronic dance music with anime come about?
Notre Dame: I’ve been thinking about it for a long time. I’ve always had a passion for music but also for manga/anime culture and all the art inspired by it. Paranormal Society is a playground to express myself 100%. There are lots of things coming up soon.
EG: By the way, how’s your tour going? We know that you have blazed through Europe, the Middle East and now you’re in North America. Any particular highlights so far?
Notre Dame: I would say that each territory is truly different, and therefore with different energies. But my hometown is always special.
EG: And the last leg in North America is the CRSSD Festival, right? What can your fans expect from your performance? What are some of your personal expectations when facing such a big date? Are you a big festival kind of person? Do you usually try to make time to catch other acts?
Notre Dame: I love festivals, the atmosphere is really cool and it’s great to be able to meet other artists and chat. This will be my first time in San Diego, and I’m really looking forward to it. It’s always hard to predict the first time, but I like to capture the energy in the moment to give the best possible performance.
EG: Now, on to the state of the scene… What do you see as the biggest challenge for the music industry in the next few years, and how do you think artists can adapt?
Notre Dame: I think the biggest challenge for the music industry is social networks. I feel that it influences artists’ creativity more and more, and I think it could become tiresome in the long run. I think it’s good to understand the environment around us and musical trends, but it’s also important to remain authentic and do what you love first.
“It’s good to understand the environment around us and musical trends, but it’s also important to remain authentic and do what you love first”
EG: Finally, what’s next for Notre Dame? What new milestones are you looking forward to in 2025? Where can your fans catch you next?
Notre Dame: I can’t wait to share everything that happens on the label. Lots of music of course, but not only! I still have several shows in the US at the moment and I’m heading back to Paris to play at the T7 on March 14.
EG: Thank you so much for your time, Notre Dame! We wish you all the best for the future. Take care!
Notre Dame: Thank you very much!
Notre Dame’s ‘Make Me Feel’ is out now on Human By Default. Stream and download here.
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