Portland Songwriter Bory Releases New Album 'Never Turns To Night'

Bory's evolution from power pop to atmospheric indie showcases a growing trend of artists as 'complete architects of sound'

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Portland-based songwriter Brenden Ramirez, performing as Bory, is set to release his new album 'Never Turns To Night' on March 6th via the Toronto-based label Bleak Enterprise. Bory's music has evolved from power pop to a more introspective, atmospheric sound that blends indie rock, personal songwriting, and meticulous production - a trend seen in contemporary independent music.

Why it matters

Bory's shift in sound and approach reflects a broader movement in indie music where artists are taking greater control over the entire creative process, from songwriting to production. This allows for a more cohesive and personal artistic vision, fostered by the rise of affordable home recording technology and smaller, artist-focused labels like Bleak Enterprise.

The details

Bory's new album 'Never Turns To Night' follows the release of singles like 'We'll Burn That Bridge When We Get To It,' 'By The Lake,' and 'Living Proof.' These tracks showcase Bory's move away from the initial power pop comparisons to Elliott Smith, Big Star, and The Shins, towards a more atmospheric and emotionally vulnerable sound. The album is described as capturing 'that elusive state of mind where the exhaustion of the everyday meets the shimmering possibility of the unknown,' suggesting a deliberate attempt to translate complex emotions into sonic textures.

  • Bory's new album 'Never Turns To Night' is scheduled for release on March 6, 2026.
  • The singles 'We'll Burn That Bridge When We Get To It,' 'By The Lake,' and 'Living Proof' were released prior to the album.

The players

Brenden Ramirez

Also known as Bory, he is a Portland-based songwriter who is poised to release his new album 'Never Turns To Night'.

Bleak Enterprise

A new Toronto-based record label that is releasing Bory's new album.

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What they’re saying

“We'll Burn That Bridge When We Get To It' directly addresses the theme of conflict avoidance, a surprisingly resonant topic for many listeners.”

— Brenden Ramirez, Songwriter (newsy-today.com)

What’s next

Bory's new album 'Never Turns To Night' is scheduled for release on March 6, 2026.

The takeaway

Bory's evolution from power pop to a more atmospheric and introspective sound reflects a broader trend in independent music where artists are taking greater control over the entire creative process, from songwriting to production. This allows for a more cohesive and personal artistic vision, fostered by the rise of affordable home recording technology and smaller, artist-focused labels.