Natty
Dubbed a ‘soul-reggae crossover sensation’ by The Telegraph, Natty (San Francisco born, London raised) was ‘found” playing the open mic circuit and signed by Atlantic Records. Following his BBC performance on Later with Jools, his UK top 20 debut album ‘Man Like I’ introduced the world to his unique voice and writing ability. Driven by a deep connection to the power of music, Natty’s journey is a unique one. His career highlights include a number 1 single in Japan (Badman), voted best world music act at the Independent Music Awards, touring every continent bar 1, headlining an unauthorised show in front of thousands in Khartoum, andnsharing stages with artists such as Baba Maal, Nitin Sawhney, Mos Def plus a full tour with Ziggy Marley.
Natty isn’t just a gifted musician; he’s a skilled producer, crafting his own unique sound. As a Rastafarian, he delves into various spiritual practices, embracing sound healing, and more recently, exploring the science of immersive/spatial audio. Recorded in his solar-powered studio amidst the hills of St Ann, Jamaica, where he now lives off-grid with his young family. Now, embarking on a new chapter, Natty has joined forces with Kartel Music, a label renowned for its innovative approach to artist development and promotion. With the eagerly awaited release of his fourth album, ‘The Divine Trinity,’ slated for this year, Natty continues to craft music that transcends boundaries, offering healing and joy in these transformative times.
