John Steve Brunache

Who is John Steve Brunache?

John Steve Brunache is a famous Haitian musician who came to prominence during the 80's and 90's. He is an influential figure who spoke on the issues of the times with such songs as "La Relev", "Chimen Limye", and "timoun yo".

John Steve released his seminal album, "Chimen Limyè," in 1994 from New York City, where he moved from Haiti in self-exile due to the risks to him and his family created from the political and powerful nature of his music.

Track List of "Chimen Limyè":

Pa Bliye, Makaya 05:55

Yawe 04:41

Se Kiyès 05:29

Madanm 05:03

La Relèv 04:34

Chimen Limyè 05:05

Timoun Yo 06:13

Linyon 05:12

After a hiatus of over a decade, John Steve Brunache has decided to re-release a digitally re-mastered version of his debut album through a new label, PeaceTones. The re-mastered version of Chimen Limyè is available for purchase through PeaceTones and will soon be available for sale on iTunes and Amazon.com

"You cannot build good on the outside if you don't have it on the inside," said John Steve Brunache, the mystic poet-singer, whose love affair with Haiti has nearly made him an icon in the folk music genre.

His philosophical outlook on life is also embedded in his lifestyle.