Dan Mangan To Host Zoom Session On Natural Light
Catch the indie-folk star this Friday for a live album chat, song teasers, and fan Q&A fun
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Canadian indie-folk stalwart Dan Mangan has announced a special Zoom hangout to celebrate his new album Natural Light. Scheduled for this Friday at 11am PT / 2pm ET / 7pm GMT, the session gives fans a rare chance to preview songs, ask questions about the record, and simply hang out with the two-time Juno Award winner.
Event Details
In the accompanying Instagram image, Mangan sits in a cozy home studio setting, guitar in hand and a warm smile on his face. The caption reads: “Hang w me on Zoom Friday at 11am PT / 2pm ET / 7pm GT! We can turn our cameras on. I’ll play a few songs from Natural Light, answer questions about the album, and we can discuss whatever you’d like to discuss. There’ll be room for 100 ppl in the Zoom. For access, make sure you’re subscribed to my free substack at danmangan.substack.com.” Fans can sign up for free at his Substack page to secure one of the 100 spots.
Album Buzz
Natural Light, Mangan’s seventh studio album, arrived via Arts & Crafts on May 16 and has drawn widespread praise for its warm production and heartfelt songwriting. In one of his early album-week Instagram posts, he reflected on the overwhelming response: “I have NEVER in my 22+ years and 7 albums career experienced a response to a record drop like Natural Light. It’s been a whirlwind since Friday. I am thankful for you all… Biggest biggest possible love ❤️😭.”
Mangan’s gratitude extended to digital platforms too. In another social post, he thanked Spotify Canada for prominent window displays across the country and support for his “guy with a guitar” music. “Honestly today has been the most incredible swell of gratitude and appreciation for the band and for all you amazing people listening to this album,” he wrote, underscoring how fans have rallied behind the project.
On the strength of early singles like “Diminishing Returns,” the album has also earned high rotation on CBC Music. Produced and co-written with collaborators Yaëhsun, Communismmusic, and Meko.Brain, Natural Light draws on spontaneous cabin-retreat sessions and features a rich palette of acoustic and electronic textures.
Joining The Zoom
The live Zoom will include song previews straight from the album, as well as an open-mic style Q&A. Mangan has encouraged attendees to switch on their cameras and direct the conversation: “We can discuss whatever you’d like to discuss,” he promises. Fans are urged to subscribe at danmangan.substack.com ahead of time to receive the direct access link. Because the room caps at 100 participants, Mangan advises subscribing early to reserve a seat.
Born in London in 1983 and based in Vancouver, Dan Mangan has built a diverse career spanning over two decades. He earned Juno Awards for Best Alternative Album in 2012 and Adult Alternative Album in 2022, and his 2011 single “Robots” charted on Canadian university radio. With Natural Light, he returns to his singer-songwriter roots, balancing introspective lyrics with pastoral melodies.
Fans who can’t make the Zoom can still dive into the album on streaming services or catch Mangan on tour this fall. He hints at more song releases and limited merch bundles in the coming weeks—details will be shared via his Substack and social channels.
Whether you’re a longtime follower or a newcomer drawn by recent buzz, this Zoom hangout offers a personal window into Mangan’s creative process and a chance to connect one-on-one with the artist behind Natural Light. Don’t miss your chance to join the conversation, hear new music, and help shape the chat this Friday afternoon.
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