Today we’d like to introduce you to Charlotte Proud.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
My journey into spiritual healing music was never something I set out to do—it was something that unfolded naturally over time, led by intuition and life’s twists and turns. I started my career in the creative world, working as the Art Director at The Chopra Center, where I was immersed in wellness, meditation, and Eastern philosophy. That environment planted early seeds—helping me understand the power of sound and intention.
Around that same time, I began singing at satsangs with my husband, Chris. Music had always been a part of my life, but sharing devotional songs in that sacred setting showed me how deeply sound could touch people’s hearts and bring them into the present moment.
Eventually, we combined our love for music and healing and created Dub Sutra—a blend of downtempo electronic music, sound healing frequencies, and lyrical spirituality. What began as a passion project grew into a global offering, with our music being used in yoga classes, retreats, and wellness spaces around the world.
But the path wasn’t always easy. After the birth of our daughter, I went through a tough season of postpartum depression. That chapter broke me open—and in that surrender, I felt a deeper connection to God. From that place, a new wave of music began to emerge, more raw and personal. That’s when I also began releasing music under my own name, Charlotte Proud—songs rooted in spirituality, but also infused with emotion, vulnerability, and a sense of awakening.
Today, I see music as both prayer and medicine. It’s not just about making songs—it’s about creating space for healing, connection, and remembrance. Dub Sutra continues to evolve as we do, and I feel more aligned than ever with our purpose: to bring people back to themselves through the power of sound.
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?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road—but I don’t think it’s supposed to be. Some of the biggest growth has come from the most challenging moments. After becoming a mother, I went through a deep season of postpartum depression that really shook me. It felt like everything I thought I knew about myself was dissolving, and I had to completely rebuild from the inside out.
There have also been plenty of struggles that come with walking an unconventional path—doubts, financial uncertainty, and the challenge of staying true to our vision in a world that often prioritizes hustle over healing. But every time I thought about giving up, the music would bring me back. It became the medicine I needed, and sharing it with others has made the journey feel meaningful, even in the hard times.
I’ve learned that healing isn’t linear, and neither is the creative path. It’s messy, beautiful, and worth every step.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
I create music that’s meant to heal, awaken, and connect. With Dub Sutra, my husband and I blend electronic soundscapes with healing frequencies, poetry, and spiritual themes. Our music is often used in yoga, meditation, retreats, and wellness spaces around the world. It’s designed to help people drop into themselves, soften their nervous systems, and remember something deeper.
In my solo project, Charlotte Proud, I explore similar themes but in a more personal, lyrical way—touching on things like transformation, motherhood, grief, and awakening. That music tends to be more intimate and emotional, but still rooted in the same intention: to offer something real and healing.
I think what sets my work apart is the combination of sonic depth, spiritual intention, and emotional honesty. I’m not trying to follow trends—I’m just creating what feels true, and trusting that it will land with the people who need it.
I’m most proud when someone tells me that our music helped them through a hard time or brought them peace. That’s what keeps me going.
If we knew you growing up, how would we have described you?
I grew up in Kansas City, Missouri, and I was always a quiet, creative kid. Definitely more of an observer than the center of attention. I came from a family of visual artists, so creativity was all around me from an early age. I spent most of my time drawing, painting, writing songs, or just getting lost in my imagination.
Art and music were always my safe spaces. I excelled in my art classes and won a few awards for both visual art and singing. I picked up the guitar when I was 12, and that opened up a whole new world for me—I started writing my own songs and using music as a way to express things I didn’t always have the words for.
I was really into 90s alternative and singer-songwriters—artists like Jewel, Tori Amos, Sarah McLachlan, and Fiona Apple really spoke to me. Their honesty and raw emotion made me feel seen, and I think that’s what inspired me to start finding my own voice through music.
Pricing:
- Resonant Muse Retreat: $595
Contact Info:
- Website: https://dubsutra.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dubsutramusic/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dubsutra
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/dubsutra
- Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/dubsutra
- Other: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0uCl8UUmlbjlHDgmDGljJi?si=Wdgs-4biRO-pCB58BjqB2w
Image Credits
Mario Covic
Elizabeth Keshet
