Nathan Mitchell has been consistently releasing singles and EPs as Warburton since 2022, developing a sound that incorporates elements of folk and indie rock into thrumming ballads. Usually relying on guitars for the sonic heavy-lifting, Mitchell is branching out into other sounds and textures; a piano line threads the title track, growing more insistent to match the slow-burn intensity that keeps Hurricane interesting through every listen.

Mitchell uses themes of destruction combined with strong images of weather – the sun behind the clouds, a southern breeze, the changing seasons – to mirror the inevitable cycle of hardship and calm. Consistent through the entire track is a tone of optimism; when the hurricane destroys your house, keep hope that someone will help you rebuild.

Hurricane was co-produced by Mitchell and Jon Savard, with Julie Meunier providing vocal harmonies. Keep an eye out for the full record in June; in the meantime, enjoy the single below.