Now and Zen (vocals removed) by Norine Braun Norine Braun : Now and Zen (vocals removed).
 Jazzed up, funk-tinged eclectic pop..

This is a version of Now and Zen with the vocals removed by software (Demucs). Tracks that had no singing are unchanged.

Ambient soul pop with elements of hip hop, jazz and a dash of punk mix it up and flow on this spirited ascension.

Norine Braun, Canada's Queen of Eclectic Pop, Adds Another Flawless Jewel To Her Crown With "Now and Zen"

Norine Braun's music has always existed on its own terms, falling into that titillating, refreshingly original space to the left of "trendy," craftily sidestepping the all-too-easily-dismissed stigma often applied to the "female singer/songwriter," and freewheeling unhindered around the rigid shackles of "genre."

Along with savvy producer and multi-instrumentalist James Bowers, Braun has accumulated an extraordinary discography of unpretentious, personal songs anchored by her sweet, confident voice and genteel composition. Together, the pair crafts tuneful, friendly songs with subtle but effective arrangements, dynamic and graceful and memorable.

Now, Braun is back with her fifth CD, Now & Zen, and on these fourteen tracks Braun shows an even greater depth and maturity. Now & Zen expands on her penchant for jazzed up, funk-tinged pop, and shows this gifted songstress taking bold steps on her soulful journey into self-exploration. The torch song, "Move the Clouds," is evocative and inspirational, anchored by easy lounge piano and a melody as delicate as flower petals. The groovy "J'en Suis Desolee" showcases Braun's confident rap, surprising and rocking with an edgy explosion of homegirl verve.

Artsy and intellectual, tuneful and savvy, Norine Braun will zing to the heart of any listener.

Songs:

1. Jade (vocals removed)
2. Now and Zen (vocals removed)
3. Intimate hour (vocals removed)
4. Buffalo Nights (vocals removed)
5. J'en Suis Desolee (vocals removed)
6. I'm the 1 (vocals removed)
7. Survival of the Richest (vocals removed)
8. Gently (vocals removed)
9. Maya (vocals removed)
10. Understanding (vocals removed)
11. Maya 2 (vocals removed)
12. Be Brave (vocals removed)
13. Lucky 13 (vocals removed)
14. Move the Clouds (vocals removed)

Listen to: the entire album.

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Release date: 10/20/2026
Norine Braun lives in British Columbia Canada

Tagged as: Alt Rock, Rock, Ironic Rock, Remixed by Four Stones, Instrumental, Vocals Removed

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