ORAEN (“oh ray en”) is a Canadian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who shares his fiery passion for music with every song he creates. With his unique signature style with a conglomerate of punk rock vibes, a driving bass, pounding drums and melodic keys, ORAEN’s songs will grip you from the first to last note.
As a kid, ORAEN often rushed home from school to jam out to albums from his favourite bands, including Rise Against, Linkin Park and Our Lady Peace.
During the pandemic, the project “ORAEN” was born. Its pronunciation (“oh ray en”) sounds similar to “a ray in the dark.” ORAEN sees music as the opportunity to share stories, create a community, and spark change in a largely broken, fallen world. ORAEN hopes his songs are like a ray in the dark, helping listeners feel seen, heard and understood.
ORAEN wrote and recorded his debut EP, “ARC ONE // DISARRAY” alone in his bedroom. The 4-track collection features upbeat guitar, crafty lyrics and an impressive array of explosive sounds. ORAEN has proven to be a clever musician, not only sharing a creative collection of stories with a crystal-clear vocals, but also showcasing his broad talent by designing every instrumental sound in his songs.
ORAEN’s music is for fans of upbeat, energetic punk and rock musicians, like Billy Talent, Incubus and A Perfect Circle. If “ARC ONE // DISARRAY” is just a taste of what’s to come, ORAEN is on a fast track to creating unforgettable songs and encouraging social change.
