Underwater Dreamwave

“Only You Know” by Chad Nathan from the Underwater Dreamwave album

Only You Know #UnderwaterDreamwave

“New Eyes” by Chad Nathan from the album Underwater Dreamwave

New Eyes #UnderwaterDreamwave

“Playing It” by Chad Nathan from the album Underwater Dreamwave

Playing It #UnderwaterDreamwave

“Back On” by Chad Nathan from the album Underwater Dreamwave

Back On #UnderwaterDreamwave

“Different Than The Rest” from the album Underwater Dreamwave

Different Than The Rest #UnderwaterDreamwave

“You’re listening” by Chad Nathan from the album Underwater Dreamwave

You’re Listening #UnderwaterDreamwave

“tired of breaking your heart” by Chad Nathan (prod. Dexter Yu)

tired of breaking your heart

“wherever you want me to be” an underwater dreamwave song by Chad Nathan (prod. Dexter Yu)

wherever you want me to be

carry it all

finished

Reconsider

Thought It Was More

Getting Back On Track

When I Think Of You

Concrete

One Answer

Audio of the song “while i wait for you” by Chad Nathan

while i wait for you

Audio of the song “garden city” by Chad Nathan

garden city

Chad Nathan (born December 31, 2001) is an American independent musician, writer, and photographer from Walterboro, South Carolina, known for his deeply introspective blend of lo-fi soul, ambient soundscapes, and experimental hip-hop. His music weaves minimalist production, layered vocals, and poetic lyricism into intimate soundscapes that have been described as being dreamlike.

With thousands of original songs released across streaming platforms, Chad has become a quiet force in the world of DIY music. Chad crafts tracks that explore grace, solitude, and purpose. His sound combines the warmth of vintage analog textures with the vulnerability of bedroom production, resulting in music that feels timeless, meditative, and rawly human.

Chad Nathan’s work is typically honest, unfiltered, and grounded in lived experience. His work defies genre labels, moving fluidly between lo-fi R&B, indie folk, experimental hip-hop, and ambient.

Outside of music, Chad is also a photographer and writer, currently based between South Carolina and Savannah, Georgia, where he is working on a long-form documentary photo project capturing life in everyday spaces. His Substack essays and other written works also reflect the themes of stillness, light, humanity, and his Christian faith.

Through his various artistic endeavors Chad continues to build a growing global audience drawn to his authenticity, warmth, and contemplative storytelling. His catalog spans meditative instrumentals, raw demos, and full-length conceptual projects that invite listeners to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with what matters.

Artist Facts:

Full Name: Chad Avery Nathan

Date of Birth: December 31, 2001

Based in: Walterboro, South Carolina

Height: 5’8”

Nationality: American

Years Active: 2015-present

Genres: Lo-fi Soul, Ambient, Indie Hip-Hop, Experimental Folk, Instrumental / Cinematic Soundscapes

Instruments: Vocals, DAW, Samples

Labels: Independent/ Self-released

Notable Themes: Faith, stillness, creativity, honesty, southern identity