Norine Braun
Norine Braun Singer Songwriter is an award – winning Canadian recording artist with a prolific legacy spanning over two decades. She has 14 albums that explore themes of the environment, identity, heritage and the universal journey of life.
Norine’s brand new single — “Bolts From The Blue” is officially out now! This song came to life during a wild one-hour recording session at Vancouver’s legendary Warehouse Studio as part of Steve Dawson’s Henhouse Popup Sessions — think: one take, live off the floor, no second chances.
The energy was electric and real. Engineered by Sheldon Zaharko: Steve Dawson – bandleader/guitars, pedal steel , Darryl Havers – keyboards, Geoff Hicks- drums, Jeremy Holmes- bass, Alice Fraser- harmony vocals, Norine Braun vocals, Mastered by Adam Popowitz.
“Bolts From The Blue” is a song Norine wrote about ageing, reflection and the inner pep talks we give ourselves to keep going. She packed in as many of her favourite idioms as she could — from “fine wine” to “cloud nine” — with lyrics that speak to change, resilience and not letting regrets weigh you down. There’s something timeless about idioms. Norine has always loved how a single phrase can carry a lifetime of meaning. “Let go of your regrets.”
You can stream or download it now on Bandcamp or all digital platforms:[Click here to buy Bolts From The Blue on Bandcamp]
She is is also thrilled to share that her single “Just One Night” is receiving love across Canada! Just One Night is a reminder that sometimes all it takes is a single moment to shift everything — to reconnect with yourself, with nature, with hope. Music has the power to soothe, inspire, and spark change. Download your copy of Just One Night on Bandcamp.
That’s what Norine aims to offer you — care, connection and a little light in these times. “I’m so grateful to have the song spinning.”
‘Eye of the Hurricane’: A Universal Song of Resilience. ‘Eye of the Hurricane’ is more than a story about weathering a literal storm — it’s a metaphor for the quiet strength and connection people find in moments of uncertainty. “With its cinematic production by Adam Popowitz and Braun’s signature soulful vocals, the track promises to captivate audiences and continue her legacy of deeply authentic artistry.”
This single is doing well with play, adds and reviews! ‘Eye of the Hurricane’ is a mesmerising and evocative piece that beautifully captures the paradox of calm in the midst of chaos. S2N Ent Canada.
“Beautiful vocal performance, really smooth and expressive” Good Vibrations Radio
“ethereal and dreamy.” Art Vibes.
“I enjoyed the lyrics, arrangement and intimate vocal delivery.” Lorenzo Lautz.
“We admired the guitars a lot. Fantastic work on the melodies too.” Systemic.
‘Eye of the Hurricane’ is available on all major streaming platforms.
Check out the new t-shirt made especially for this new single. Inspired by a real-life story from Sarasota, Florida, during Hurricane Milton and just before the US election in October 2024.
‘Eye of the Hurricane’ is a cinematic, alternative track that brings listeners directly into the surreal experience of sitting in the still centre of a devastating storm. The song is based on a text exchange Braun had with a close friend sheltering in place with her husband and friends, sipping wine while waiting for the hurricane to pass.
“It was compelling and surreal to be so far apart and yet vicariously experience this incredible event,” Braun explains. “My friend’s calmness and humour sitting literally in the eye of the hurricane struck a chord and I knew I had to capture that moment in song.”
The single reunites Norine Braun with producer Adam Popowitz, who has worked on her last seven albums, including her recent concept album, Journey Toward Wholeness. Together, the duo recorded ‘Eye of the Hurricane’ in a single day, layering Braun’s evocative storytelling with atmospheric instrumentation to create a track that’s as haunting as it is uplifting.
‘Eye of the Hurricane’: A Universal Song of Resilience. The single is poised to resonate with listeners across the globe. “Eye of the Hurricane” is more than a story about weathering a literal storm—it’s a metaphor for the quiet strength and connection people find in moments of uncertainty. With its cinematic production and Braun’s signature soulful vocals, the track promises to captivate audiences and continue her legacy of deeply authentic artistry.
An Award – Winning Artist with a Prolific Legacy. Norine Braun’s music career spans over two decades, with 14 albums that explore themes of the environment, identity, heritage, and the universal journey of life.
During the pandemic, Braun created three albums, including December Falls, which reached #13 on the Canadian Roots Music Report’s Top 100 Christmas Albums and Songs For Trees, praised by The Vancouver Sun as “one of 5 albums you need to hear” in 2022. This project was supported by prestigious grants from the Canada Council for the Arts, First Peoples’ Cultural Council and FACTOR.
Braun’s full-length album also supported by a First Peoples’ Cultural Council award. Journey Toward Wholeness, released in 2024, is a deeply personal concept album that explores her life as an adoptee, her discovery of her birth father and her Métis lineage and heritage. The record showcases Braun’s ability to weave intimate storytelling with dynamic, groove-based roots music, solidifying her reputation as one of Vancouver’s most innovative artists.
‘Eye of the Hurricane’ is available on all major streaming platforms. For more information about Norine Braun, her music and upcoming performances visit her website
Early Praise – ‘Eye of the Hurricane’ is a mesmerising and evocative piece that beautifully captures the paradox of calm in the midst of chaos. We can’t wait to share it with our followers once it drops. S2N Ent Canada
Airing on Julian Taylor’s Jukebox Award winning Syndicated Radio show Ep. 164, first airing March 2.
Airing on Positive Amplitude CJAM 99.1 FM Windsor/Detroit International Women’s Day Show Mar 2.
Great track. I will be adding your song to our Playlist x BaronMag.ca and on our site.” Baron Mag Canada.
April’s Radio Charts had 666 global radio spins for 66 of my songs. The Songs For Trees album was the winner this past Month. Top 5 Songs in order: Going to the Forest, Cedar and the Eagle, Aspen Grove, Hurts, The Burning Top 5 Countries Canada 447 spins, Australia, Belgium, United States, Italy TOP 5 Cities : Winnipeg, Canberra, Sherbrooke, Brugge, Tonypandy Top 5 Stations U Radio Canada, Living Arts Canberra, CJMQ 88.9 FM, Pink!, Celtica radio.
NORINE BRAUN {Vancover, Canada) – ‘Hunting Buffalo’ Out Now!
“Ascending Lullaby is a song about my mother’s passing and is symbolic for the transitioning from one life to another. My mother deeply loved birds she had a bird bath in her front yard that she faithfully cleaned everyday and would sit in her swivel rocking chair and watch the birds come and go, drink and bathe. These sightings were often the focus of our phone conversations in her elder years.”
Quest Before Me.
Abandon – Previous Single Released.
‘Abandon’ released 9 May 2024, the last single releasing before the album. ‘Abandon’ is a song about feelings of abandonment. Musicians: Norine Braun vocals, 12 string acoustic guitar Adam Popowitz bass, lead guitar, Elliot Polsky drums Alice Fraser keys, Produced by Adam Popowitz.
Grandma’s Jig music video is out now in time for National Indigenous People’s Day!! Watch and learn more.
Happy to announce some exciting gigs! All my upcoming shows are outdoors and full of good vibes:
GIGS PAST!!
June 27 – Kits Showboat Multicultural Festival, 7 pm – Free.
June 28 – Welcome to My Renaissance, The Habitat Queens Park, New West, 1:30 pm – Free Celebration of Indigenous Culture.
July 1 – Celebrate Canada Day at Coquitlam Town Centre, NB full band show, 3 pm FREE! These full band gigs are rare hope to see you! Come experience the music live — surrounded by kindness and community.
“My friends, love is better than anger. Hope is better than fear. Optimism is better than despair. So let us be loving, hopeful and optimistic. And we’ll change the world.”
Jack Layton.
‘In the name of love
We must face this night
We will build the fires
Of eternal light’.