Heather Christie, renowned for her unique blend of folk-soul music, has unveiled Möonbabe Records, a new record label dedicated to promoting female artists and mothers. This initiative marks a significant step in nurturing talent and fostering a sense of community among creatives in the music industry. Möonbabe Records plans to showcase the diverse talents of its artists through quarterly compilation albums, each featuring an eclectic mix of genres and styles.
The label’s inaugural compilation, “SPRING,” now out, coinciding with the Spring equinox. Among the featured tracks is Christie’s “Into This Body,” an electro-R&B track with nearly 250,000 Spotify streams. Other highlights include SIIKA’s “Send Us To The Mountain” and Maya Dorn’s “Created To Love,” alongside Chloe Smith’s “Fertile Ground,” a track with over a million Spotify streams.
Christie explains the vision behind the compilation, emphasizing the revolutionary aspect of mothers in music and their potential to guide the planet towards peace. She reflects on her journey from an indie artist to a mother and how it inspired the creation of Möonbabe Records.
Christie’s musical background is deeply rooted in the vibrant culture of Santa Cruz, where she was raised by Grateful Dead fans. Her career has spanned various genres, from classical choir to electronic music, leading her to co-found projects like Feral Fauna and Silk Drop. Christie’s commitment to both her family and her music was famously captured in a photograph of her breastfeeding while DJing, symbolizing the dual roles many women balance.
With Möonbabe Records, Christie aims to create a platform where women can thrive as both artists and mothers, heralding a new era in the music industry where these roles are celebrated and supported. This venture not only showcases Christie’s diverse talents but also sets a precedent for female empowerment and community within the music world.
