Renowned Brooklyn-born singer-songwriter Karen Bernod returns to City Winery New York for an unforgettable celebration of the forthcoming release of her deeply personal new album, IRIS — a tribute to her late mother. Following her sold-out City Winery debut last Summer, Bernod returns to the stage for Mother’s Day Weekend to share new music and stories that honor love, legacy, and the enduring bond between mothers and daughters.

The performance offers audiences an intimate first listen to selections from IRIS ahead of its official release on May 13, 2026 — which also marks Bernod’s birthday.

A fixture in the world of soul, R&B, and jazz for more than four decades, Bernod has lent her signature three-octave voice and dynamic artistry to a who’s-who of music legends — including Chaka Khan, Incognito, D’Angelo, Erykah Badu, Mary J. Blige, Whitney Houston, Luther Vandross, and Paul Simon. Her own solo career has been marked by acclaimed projects such as Some Othaness For U, Life @ 360 Degrees, and #PlantingSeeds, all of which have cemented her reputation as a fiercely independent artist who bridges the raw power of soul with the sophistication of jazz.

Known for her electrifying stage presence, infectious humor, and deep connection to her audience, Bernod’s return to City Winery promises to be both a joyful musical homecoming and a poignant celebration of love, loss, and renewal.