We appreciate the authentic, simple ethos behind Norine Braun’s latest album, ‘A Hero In The Wind’. You see, the Canadian singer-songwriter doesn’t strive for perfection; instead, she strives for personal expression and meaningful lyricism, aiming to craft material that connects with listeners on a deeper level. Safe to say, she’s rather successful in such an endeavour, as the record greatly showcases. Threading the fine line between folk, pop, soul, and blues, Braun navigates a highly eclectic aural landscape, one that’s crowned by her malleable, luscious vocals, incredibly tender and elegant.
Hailing from Vancouver, Norine writes material that’s introspective and cathartic. Whether she’s paying homage to her late father in the title track ‘A Hero In The Wind’, or exploring and reconnecting with her Métis heritage, Braun’s songs move with hypnotic and nostalgic allure, capturing the listener’s attention from the very first notes. ‘Bolts From The Blue’ is a quirky and interesting example of that, a part playful and part vibrant cut with an irresistible syncopated rhythm.
Delving deeper into ‘A Hero In The Wind’, Braun explains: “A Hero In The Wind is about trusting the moment, in music and in life. Sometimes the best takes are the first ones, when you’re fully in the flow. There’s no time to overthink or polish. You just dive in, trust the song, and let the emotion lead. That immediacy brought out something raw and real in the performances.”
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