A rising force in the world of electronic music, Notre Dame has quickly captured the spotlight with his unique blend of emotional depth and cinematic soundscapes. Hailing from Paris, this French producer’s creative journey has been nothing short of impressive, with his breakthrough single ‘Yumi’ receiving widespread acclaim and support from some of the industry’s biggest names, including Solomun and Pete Tong. His productions resonate with raw emotion, blending complex melodies and atmospheric elements that transport listeners into a world of introspection and passion. As a DJ, Notre Dame brings that same emotional intensity to the dancefloor, creating experiences that linger long after the music fades. Known for his performances in iconic venues such as Womb in Tokyo, Space in Miami, and Koko in London, his global presence continues to grow as he brings his dynamic sound to crowds around the world. Following his breakthrough releases on Diynamic, Innervisions, and Cercle Records, Notre Dame is now launching his own label, Paranormal Society, with the release of his latest single ‘Do For Your Love’, on March 7th. This marks an exciting new chapter for the artist, blending his signature cinematic style with a vision that fuses electronic music and anime culture.
Poised to make waves in the industry, Notre Dame is ready to take his audience on a journey like never before, with new projects and performances that showcase his ever-evolving creative spirit. We sat down with him to discuss his latest ventures, his inspirations, and what lies ahead for this rising star.
Stream ‘Do For Your Love’ while you read our interview with Notre Dame below:
Congratulations on the release of your single ‘Do For Your Love’! Can you walk us through the intention behind the track and the message it conveys?
Thank you! ‘Do For Your Love’ is really about sacrifice, not just in a romantic sense, but the kind of sacrifice you make when you’re chasing a dream. It’s that moment where you give up comfort, stability, even parts of yourself, to follow something you believe in deeply. Sonically, I wanted to reflect that tension, the beauty of devotion mixed with the weight it carries. The track is a kind of emotional snapshot of what it means to risk everything for your passion.
Let’s talk about your newly established imprint Paranormal Society. What’s the vision behind the label, and what inspired the name?
Paranormal Society is about creating a bridge between music and visual art, especially the world of anime culture and the aesthetics that surround it. I’ve always been fascinated by how anime blends raw emotion, surrealism, and deeply human storytelling. The label is a space to channel that energy, a place for electronic music that feels cinematic, futuristic, and emotionally rich. The name reflects that sense of the unknown, the imagined, and the beautifully strange.
You’re known for wearing your heart on your sleeve when it comes to your productions. When you create, what leads the way, a feeling, a story, or the sound itself?
It always starts with a feeling. Everything else, the sounds, the arrangements, the textures, is just there to express it. Sometimes it begins with an image in my mind, or a kind of scene that plays like a film. Once I lock into that emotion, I start building the sound world around it. It’s never about making a “track”, it’s about creating something that feels like a memory or a moment suspended in time.
What’s in your toolkit? Share the gear, gadgets, or software you can’t create without.
I keep things pretty focused. I work mostly in Logic Pro, and I rely heavily on the U-He plugin suite, their synths are incredibly expressive and deep. I also use Roland gear, especially for percussive and vintage textures. I don’t need a huge setup, just a few tools that allow me to go deep and stay connected to the emotion behind the music.
How has your creative process or perspective shifted since you started your journey?
When I started, I was really focused on technical precision, trying to prove I could make things sound clean and polished. But over time, I’ve learned to prioritize honesty over perfection. Now I trust my instincts more, I work faster, and I allow imperfections to live in the music. That’s where the soul is, in the flaws and the vulnerability.
What’s the strangest or most surprising song currently on your playlist?
Right now I’ve been listening to ‘L’s Theme’ from Death Note. It’s minimalist, dark, a bit unsettling, but strangely calming. I love how a simple composition can create so much atmosphere and emotional tension. It’s a good reminder that space and subtlety are just as powerful as complexity.
What’s the weirdest, unexpected or most amazing reaction you’ve had to your music?
The most powerful thing is when someone tells me that my music helped them in a real moment of life, whether it was facing an illness, going through something emotionally heavy, or just surviving a difficult period. When a track becomes more than just sound and actually supports someone in silence, in pain, or in resilience, that’s the highest form of connection I could ever hope for. That kind of feedback stays with me forever.
What inspires you outside of music?
A lot of things, mostly anime, video games, and films. I grew up in those worlds, and they continue to shape the way I think about storytelling, mood, and visual language. Sometimes a single scene, a color scheme, or a character arc can inspire a whole track. I love anything that expands the imagination and invites you into a different universe.
What have you got in the pipeline for the near future? Are there any exciting collaborations, projects or performances in the works?
This year is packed. I have some exciting collaborations coming with artists I really admire, and a few remixes for names that have inspired me for years. There’s also a full tour lined up, including a run of shows across France this summer, which I’m really excited about. And of course, lots of new music coming soon on Paranormal Society.
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