Today we’d like to introduce you to Natasha Hunt Lee
Hi Natasha, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
I’ve been obsessed with music ever since my dad put the Moulin Rouge soundtrack in our car in 2000. At 3, I had no context (thank god), so it was just the songs themselves— so cinematic and overwhelming — that won me over. I’ve been making some sort of music since– from shabbat dinner entertainment to a degree in “recorded music” to even writing for other artists.
Now… the parties. Long story very short, my parents let me takeover my childhood home for 4 months in covid. Due in large part to post break-up mania, an overwhelming sense of loneliness, and a newfound appreciation of psilocybin… I threw a lot of costume parties. And— I know how I sound but bear with me— they literally changed my life. I ended up leaving the house and moving into my first adult apartment with an entirely new family and sense of self. There was something undeniably special about that time, defined almost entirely by celebrating and gathering.
3 years later, our friend Audrey is working at a chic new nightclub and invites us in. One night leads to another, and next thing I know we’re casually hosting their Thursdays. 5 months later and me and my two gorgeous girlfriends, Audrey and Paloma, have a fully sustainable events business with multiple residencies at our favorite venues in LA. The spirit of those original gatherings found itself in public. I had no idea how to do that intentionally. It just happened.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
No. I don’t think it is for most people trying to create something.
It’s the struggle of believing in a purpose. There’s a fine line between conviction and insanity.
If you’re self aware, being an artist is a nightmare.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I make music and I throw parties. I think I’m particularly good at gathering people. And celebrating. And I’m good at storytelling, And when I gather the right people, I get more stories. Do you see where I’m going? I’m really lucky that everything I love is symbiotic.
To the dismay of several estranged friends, I make everything into everything. I’m very aware it’s one of my more exhausting qualities. I’m working on discernment– figuring out what’s really worth caring about– but I’ve caught a lot of life changing fish in my wide-feeling net. So….
I’m most proud of all the things I haven’t put out yet. I’m sure a lot of artists feel like that. But the last time I released anything, I was trying so hard to prove myself so I could make more music with less pressure the next time around. I did that with my latest project. And it explains me exactly how I want to be explained.
I don’t know how to answer what sets me apart from others. Ironically, I think my most defining quality is how much my identity relies on my others. I feel more singular and special within my context. I don’t know if that makes any sense to anyone else, but in writing that out I now feel the need to edit my above answer: I’m most proud of my life: my friends– as sincere and relentless and loyal as they are unbelievably charming and hot–, my room with the big red rug and bed full of people, my family that has remained in tact post several divorces and other crises, my closet full of rhinestones and sequins and animal print. 10 year old me wouldn’t believe it, regardless of any specific milestone I have or haven’t achieved yet. I feel like there’s no better justified-pride-indicator than what the kid inside of you is proud of.
Do you have any advice for those just starting out?
Insist on making 2 *good friends. *They’re only good friends if they’d pick you from the airport and know how to apologize. Do not be sh*tty to them when you fall in love.
Say yes to any trip you can afford. Know that when you’re really done with being sad, when you really don’t want to be anymore, you won’t be.
It’s either an investment or a lesson. And if it’s neither, you’re not done being sad yet. And, apparently everyone can hear if the drums aren’t real.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/natashahuntlee
- Facebook: https://facebook.com/natashahuntlee
- Soundcloud: https://Soundcloud.com/natashahuntlee
- Other: @stargirlsloveyou
Image Credits
NYLON photo – Maximillion Polo
Black Mirror Shot – Callum Walker Hutchinson
Blue Dress Main photo – Paige Maccready
