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Jan 22, 2026 43 min

Melanie Pain

from Time For Heroes Hosted by Martin Morel

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

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