Singer Karen Bernod Releases New Single “Rain On My Star” | LISTEN!

RENOWNED SOUL & JAZZ RECORDING ARTIST
KAREN BERNOD UNVEILS NEW SINGLE WITH
“RAIN ON MY STAR”
AS ANTICIPATION BUILDS FOR FIRST STUDIO ALBUM IN 10
YEARS, IRIS

Bernod will celebrate the release of IRIS with a special Mother’s Day concert at City Winery NYC

Third Single offers a richly layered preview ahead of the May 13 album release and May 10 live performance

(New York, NY – April 9, 2026) – Renowned soul and jazz recording artist Karen Bernod announced the release of her new single, “RAIN ON MY STAR,” marking the third release in the lead-up to her forthcoming album IRIS, arriving on May 13, 2026. The project signals Bernod’s long-awaited return to the studio – her first full-length release in over a decade and stands as a deeply personal tribute to her late mother, Iris Cox.

With “RAIN ON MY STAR,” Bernod leans into a lush, deeply expressive soundscape rooted in the rich traditions of classic soul craftsmanship – where instrumentation, sweeping melodies, and emotional storytelling take center stage. The track unfolds like a quiet storm, pairing velvety textures with Bernod’s unmistakable vocal phrasing to deliver a heartfelt meditation on longing, healing, and enduring connection. Both intimate and expansive, the song captures the ache of absence while holding space for hope, guiding listeners through a journey of reflection and emotional release.

The new single builds on the momentum of previously released tracks “BELIEVE” and “2GETHA IN SPIRIT,” which together introduced audiences to the album’s core themes of resilience, faith, and remembrance. As outlined in earlier materials, IRIS transforms personal loss into a resonant, shared experience – one that reframes grief as continuity and love as a living, evolving presence.

Together, the three singles offer a layered preview of the album’s emotional depth – revealing a body of work grounded in reflection, affirmation, and renewal. Bernod will celebrate the album’s release with a special Mother’s Day Weekend performance on the mainstage at City Winery New York City on Sunday, May 10, 2026, marking her return following a sold-out debut at the venue. The concert will offer audiences an intimate preview of IRIS ahead of its official release on May 13 – a date that also coincides with Bernod’s birthday – creating a powerful full circle moment that bridges personal tribute and artistic resurgence.

Blending new music with storytelling and reflection, the evening promises a deeply immersive experience, honoring the enduring bond between mothers and daughters. Known for her magnetic stage presence, warmth, and ability to connect with audiences, Bernod’s return to City Winery is set to be both a soulful homecoming and a moving celebration of love, legacy, and renewal.

“‘RAIN ON MY STAR’ speaks to those quiet moments we all have – when we’re holding space for whatever emotion we are feeling – grief, memory, and hope at the same time,” said Bernod. “It’s about finding your way through the storm without losing sight of the light. Each of these songs has helped me process, reflect, and ultimately celebrate the love that continues to guide me. IRIS is that journey – and I’m so ready to share it, especially in a space like City Winery, where the connection with the audience is so real.”

A fixture in the worlds of soul, R&B, and jazz for more than four decades, Bernod has lent her extraordinary voice to an iconic roster of music legends, including Chaka Khan, Mary J. Blige, Erykah Badu, D’Angelo, Whitney Houston, Luther Vandross, and Paul Simon. Her acclaimed solo catalog – including Some Othaness For U, Life @ 360 Degrees, and #PlantingSeeds — continues to reflect an artist deeply committed to authenticity, musicality, and emotional truth.

Photo Credit: Ambe J. Williams

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