(July 16, 2026) Honoré is an emerging singer, songwriter, and producer out of Los Angeles, CA. His warm tenor, which keeps its shades of romance at the forefront, fits right in with the contemporary R&B market. Through his catalog – such as the title track to his 2024 E.P., Cloud 9, “Haven,” and his SoulTracks introduction, “L.O.V.E.” – Honoré (his last name) continues to blossom in his own artistry, emphasizing authenticity no matter how the subject of love is posed.
In addition to his original body of work, in 2021 Honoré won over new fans with a YouTube-only moment where where he offered a spectacular tribute to one of his major inspirations, Prince, on the heartbreaking “17 Days.” And Honoré’s focus on essential details was remarkable – from the arrangement echoing Prince’s backup band The Revolution to his vocal capturing Prince’s haunting lead. In further gratitude the following year, he would dub his full-length CD, Purple.
Now Honoré’s sophomore First Listen invites SoulTrackers to celebrate love’s priority with “Sunlight Vibes” (Legacy Recordings), a spontaneous insight into how romance flourishes when a couple thrives in their trust factor. Co-producer, Ghana based musician Ken Cassie, surrounds the vibe with a contagious Afrobeat summer sway accented with soft yet joyous percussive layers. And Honoré’s quality R&B style reigns triumphantly with occasional falsetto drops. As for “Sunlight Vibes’” main thrust, the relationship connection clicks in every department:
“So glad you’re on my team
So glad that I’m living in the moment
I’m feeling like a champion
My heart is finally open.”
Check out “Sunlight Vibes” as the official opener for the Summer of Soul 2026!
By Peggy Oliver
