The first of my 30 Artists in 30 Days is the artist who introduced me to Patreon, Nate Maingard. He was one of their earlier adopters, getting involved in April 2014, and is currently one of their most well-supported, ranked 30th. I checked to see if he’s 30 years old as well, but I’m a little late – he turned 31 in February.
If your idea of a musician is a prima donna rock star putting on a flashy act, trashing hotel rooms and leaving a trail of destruction in their wake, then meet Nate. He’s about as far-removed from that image as you can get, a beautiful person whose music is intimate and personal. Described as writing protest songs for lovers, and love songs for rebels, I love his music, and have spent days listening to nothing but him on repeat. I’m lucky enough to have heard him perform in Cape Town when, long before he considered music as a career, he pulled out a guitar and wowed everyone at a party.
He’s now based in London, but there’s a City Soiree lined up in Cape Town in a few days time, so if you live in the area, here’s your chance to see him live at an intimate event.
Currently Nate has 153 patrons pledging $1,343.00 per month. Pledge for him here.
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