I'm happy to announce the release of my new music video, Audience of One.  You can check it out at:  https://youtu.be/ZAinAdGp_Sk?si=5-7bZH6Dr1jO-0H7

Peace and comfort blow in on Nicole-Marie’s “Ocean Breeze” 

“Ocean Breeze,” the song by Nicole-Marie off her EP Roars, Flames and Embers, is such a beautiful, calming acoustic track that you would never know it was inspired by dental trauma. 

By KURT BEYERS, PUBLICIST 

 

“Ocean Breeze,” the song by Nicole-Marie off her EP Roars, Flames and Embers, is such a beautiful, calming acoustic track that you would never know it was inspired by dental trauma. 

Dental trauma, and the sounds of the dental office — the drill, something that sounds like suction — explains the line that says, “There’s a voice that’s demonic.” 

“I was under the influence of nitrous oxide,” said Nicole-Marie, “and it was the sound that’s — well, demonic — but I pretended it was an ocean breeze. I thought, ‘Okay, that’s just an ocean breeze washing over me.’” 

I am one with the morning 

I am one with the world 

And my soul is exploring 

The ocean breeze that has unfurled 

“I have so much dental trauma that I cope by making up songs while I’m under the influence of nitrous oxide. I feel like if I go to the dentist, I’m at least gonna get a good song out of it for going through all that pain and misery.” 

There’s a voice that’s demonic but I am focusing 

On ocean breeze in the distance blowing evil far from me 

It’s a great story. Hearing her tell it, and listening to the song, it’s also believable. But evil is real for her, both in her personal experience — having lived through 25 years of narcissistic abuse — and in her day work as a social worker and mental health therapist specializing in trauma. 

“There’s still stuff I’m deprogramming from, and I’m still in recovery from that situation, but there are situations in the world that are not ‘just’ narcissistic abuse, but psychopathic and sociopathic abuse as well.” 

“I’m expanding the metaphor to mean the demonic presence in the world,” she said. 

“Ocean Breeze” is a way of calming the soul, combatting the mental, spiritual presence of evil, whether it’s fanciful, like hearing Satan in a dental drill, or the much more destructive kind that is all too common in what she calls “the 3D world.” 

The song features slow, melodic rhythms of guitar, banjo, and mandolin, timed by drums beating at the pace of a heart at rest. Nicole-Marie’s lyrics are delivered in her deep, soothing voice. Doug Rusk is a featured vocalist on the track and is also the lead guitarist. 

She and Rusk are also featured in the video, produced by Smokescreen Media. 

“I was really impressed with them. I’m going to work with them on another video soon,” she said. 

Nicole-Marie’s voice can climb. It has changed since she lost all hearing in her left ear more than a decade ago. Her right ear loses hearing intermittently and sometimes, she says, she is legally deaf. 

“I used to be a first soprano when I did choir in high school. Since my hearing loss, I’ve become more like an alto. I’ve learned to sing in that method — I don’t know what it’s called, actually — but you hear by feeling the vibration in your body. On some of those notes, I might not even be able to hear what I’m hitting.” 

Abuse, hearing loss, cancer. She has survived and is recovering still from a great deal of evil herself. Her music and her life are conducted in accordance with her spirituality, which is at heart a non-denominational Christianity influenced by a pan-spiritual outlook and yogic and other influences. 

Christianity is fractured, a “divided kingdom,” she says, and needs to be much less judgmental, which is inherently divisive, “because we don’t want to be conquered by being divided.” 

“I want to inspire other people to make the highest vibrational choices for their lives,” which she defines as making life choices and decisions out of “gratitude, love, joy, contentment,” rather than out of fear, anger or guilt. 

“Ocean Breeze” is the lead single she is promoting from Roars, Flames and Embers, but two other songs from the EP hold special meaning for her. 

“Pour out the Oil” was inspired by Kim Clement’s prophetic writings on the biblical Esther. The song features a woman, she said, who would “pour out the oil, pour out healing to the world.” 

“I wanted to put in influences of biblical women, powerful women,” she said. “So I put Esther in a verse, and then Mary of Bethany, in a verse. Both were powerful biblical women. I wanted to focus on that and what I think will be the return of the divine feminine.” 

She added, “And I’m not referring to the Barbie movie.” 

The other song is “Beyond the Stars.” 

“That one was written in the voice of God. I wrote it after experiencing some workplace bullying. It’s like God speaking to me, saying, ‘I know who you really are, no matter what other people call you, or say about you. I know who you really are.’ It’s about forgiveness, too, of the bullies and of anybody that has to live in this crazy world. I think it’s a very healing song.” 

Nicole-Marie has been putting out music since 2003. Her catalogue includes six albums and EPs and several singles. She lists her genre as “spiritual folk rock” and those are all present, each by itself sometimes, sometimes in combination. 

She has performed live, but not since the pandemic. She is dealing with a case of performance anxiety but wants to perform again. She especially wants to go on a tour. 

That reality is in a world that lies a little way down the road. 

In the 3D world of now, there is promoting “Ocean Breeze” and Roars, Flames and Embers and, also, “I’m working on my next music video. That’s where my immediate attention is.” 

“But beyond that, I hope to do some shows, get over some of my fears and inspire others to face their fears and get over them.” 

Connect with Nicole-Marie on all platforms for new music, videos, and social posts.

Upcoming Events:

- I'll be doing another radio interview on 9/9/23 at 10 AM Eastern Time.  Listen in to Vigilantes Radio available on Apple podcasts, Instagram, iHeart Radio and many other streaming platforms.  https://www.spreaker.com/user/onlyonemediagroup/the-nicole-marie-interview

https://lnns.co/liZUgP1dfNe

- I will be doing an interview on the Brad Cooney podcast on Tuesday 9/12/23 at 5 PM PST.  https://www.buzzsprout.com/8777/13580971

https://player.fm/series/brad-cooney-podcast-2286342/nicole-marie-ocean-breeze

I will be doing an interview on the Creator to Creators podcast on Thursday 9/14/23 at 9 AM PST.  https://www.spreaker.com/user/12096228/noicle-full-ep

Looking forward to my radio interview with Stevian from 100 Kings and 100 Queens Podcast today, Friday 9/1/23, at noon PST.  You can listen in on Apple and several other streaming platforms.  

Healing, Faith, and Resilience Shimmers through Alternative and Folk Rhythms- Nicole-Marie Unveils New Album

“Roars, Flames, & Embers” is a collection of 5 dynamic tracks that spin a magnetic and diverse mix of genres such as Christian, Contemporary, New Age, and Alternative Folk Rock 

Kent, Washington — August 19th, 2023 – Nicole-Marie’s soulful and heartfelt new record- “Roars, Flames, & Embers” takes listeners on an emotive musical voyage. The enchanting folk album, released on June 2nd, 2023, is more than just a collection of songs- weaving a tapestry of emotions, an ode to healing, forgiveness, hope, faith, and salvation. 

With a profound ability to craft poignant narratives through her music, Nicole-Marie’s “Roars, Flames, & Embers” is proof of her unwavering spirit and creative depth. 

The album houses five stunning tracks, each a canvas painted with the hues of resilience and the nuances of human experience. The ethereal harmonies, soulful vocals, and moving lyrics intertwine to create a sonic journey for audiences. 

From the tender notes of “Ocean Breeze,” inspired by a tale of dental trauma and composed under the influence of Nitrous Oxide, to the empowering anthem “Beyond the Stars,” born from the ashes of workplace adversity and bullying, each song is a chapter in Nicole-Marie’s extraordinary journey. 

The album’s canvas is further enriched by collaborations, with “Beyond the Stars” being written in the voice of God and inspired by a profound moment of introspection and growth. 

“Roars, Flames, & Embers” features production from an array of talent, with Jonathan Plum and Nicole-Marie joining forces at London Bridge Studios in Seattle to curate a sound that resonates with authenticity. 

With contributions from Johnathan Plum, Doug Rusk, Chris G, and masterful mastering by Rachel Field at Resonant Mastering, the stellar album is the artist’s best work yet. 

As the album paints intricate melodies, its visual counterpart takes form in the music video for “Ocean Breeze.” Filmed against the stunning backdrop of Seward Park in Seattle and produced by Smokescreen Media, the video captures the essence of the song’s uplifting message. 

The striking music video serves as a testament to Nicole-Marie’s dedication to her craft, her willingness to lay bare her experiences, and her commitment to weaving art that transcends mere entertainment. 

For updates, music, and more, explore Nicole-Marie’s social media links, available on her official Press Kit Page via her website! 

ABOUT 

Nicole-Marie is a talented and gifted singer-songwriter hailing from the vibrant Seattle/Tacoma region. Defying all boundaries with her riveting and striking compositions, Nicole-Marie’s music features a number of rich and diverse genres. 

With an innate ability to evoke emotions through her melodies, Nicole-Marie’s compositions are more than just songs; they’re windows into the soul. Drawing inspiration from the kaleidoscope of life’s experiences, the artist’s music is a heartfelt ode to the human journey. 

While gracing venues like Jazzbones and Experience Music Project with her melodious presence, Nicole-Marie also finds joy in weaving creative opportunities for others. Her penchant for crafting songs for fellow singers and collaborating with fellow musicians underscores her role as both an artist and a muse.

 

Here is the link for the above press release:  

https://www.artistpr.com/press-release/healing-faith-and-resilience-shimmers-through-alternative-and-folk-rhythms-nicole-marie-unveils-new-album/

Thank you to the following radio stations for playing songs from my latest album:  Roars, Flames and Embers:

1) NCM Country Radio - www.ncmradio.com

2) Sound Machine Radio - www.soundmachineradio.com

3) UK Talk Radio - will be playing my new song Pour Out the Oil - https://theuktalkradiostation.co.uk/

4) Bakus Radio - will be playing my new song Beyond the Stars - https://www.bakusradio.com/

5) Country Hits Radio 

6) Gospel Clipboard - www.GospelClipboard.com

7) CGR Radio - https://cgrradio2.wixsite.com/cgrradio

8) Radio ARA:  http://www.ara.lu

9) WTGF 90.5 FM - Truth Radio - Pace, FL

10) SDC Digital Radio - Mesa, AZ - https://internet-radio.com/station/sdcradioworks/

11) 100 kings & 100 Queens Radio - I will be doing an interview with this station as well...

 

I'm excited to announce the release of latest CD:  Roars, Flames and Embers.  It was released on 6/2/23 and was released on most digital platforms such as Apple and Spotify.  You can order a physical copy of the CD through CD Baby.  I also released my first video from the album for my song, Beyond the Stars, which can be viewed on my Music Video page on this website and/or via Apple Music or you can go straight to my YouTube channel which can be accessed via my Press Kit page.  I hope to have a CD Release party soon and will post that information via this page and possibly create an Events page as well.  Thank you for your patronage.  

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An EP of 5 songs representing healing, forgiveness, hope, faith, and salvation. All songs written by Nicole-Marie with song consultation by Doug Rusk on Ocean Breeze and Beyond the Stars. Produced by Jonathan Plum and Nicole-Marie at London Bridge Studios in Seattle, WA. Stringed instruments and keyboards by Johnathan Plum. Mixed by Jonathan Plum.

An EP of 5 songs representing healing, forgiveness, hope, faith, and salvation. All songs written by Nicole-Marie with song consultation by Doug Rusk on Ocean Breeze and Beyond the Stars. Produced by Jonathan Plum and Nicole-Marie at London Bridge Studios in Seattle, WA. Stringed instruments and keyboards by Johnathan Plum. Mixed by Jonathan Plum. Drums by Chris G. Acoustic guitar by Nicole-Marie. Acoustic guitar by Doug Rusk. Vocals by Nicole-Marie with Doug Rusk featured on Ocean Breeze. Backing vocals by Nicole-Marie, Jonathan Plum and Doug Rusk. Mastered by Rachel Field at Resonant Mastering in Seattle, WA. Album cover art by Amy Rheinstrom.

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