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            Most kids could only daydream about spending their childhood at band rehearsal, in the recording studio, or even better, on tour around the states?  Well, for Vancouver-raised Honey LaRochelle, there's no need to imagine, because that was her reality.  From her earliest memories Honey can recall music being extremely important in her life and at an early age she knew that music was her passion.  Honey spent her childhood mentored and influenced by her mother and professional singer, C.C. LaRochelle (Marvin Gaye, Little Richard, Bon Jovi), experiencing the music world first hand and molding her into the overflowing fountain of talent she is today.  

            Honey is a triple threat within the music industry; blessed with a beautiful and soulful voice, incredibly creative song writing capabilities, and a knack and ear for producing.  Honey seems to have all bases covered, having an abundance to offer as an artist.  Fellow musicians have only positive things to say about Honey LaRochelle.  N'dea Davenport (The Brand New Heavies) notes, "Honey LaRochelle is one of my favorite people to sing with!"  According to Oscar award winning Jennifer Hudson (American Idol, Dream Girls) when discussing miss LaRochelle's song writing, Hudson claimed, "I've never seen like her, she just asked me a few questions about myself and my life, and the next thing you know she had a verse and a hook written."

            Her view on music is one that is magical and spiritual; Honey believes that music should be powerful and her goal is to affect and move people through her art.   She carries with her a warm heart, a thoughtful mind, and a sense of humor that will have you laughing for days.  She completely embodies a sweet and caring soul, which is why many have been so attracted to both her being and her talents.

            Honey's gifts have caught the ear of many, gracing over 200 song recordings and sharing the stage with reputable artist including Roberta Flack, The Brand New Heavies, Macy Gray, Maya Azucena, and Donna Summer.  In the past, Honey was also nominated for Best New Artist and Best R&B Artist at the Orlando Music Awards for her previous work with former group Urbanesque's debut album which she co-wrote with popular producer Veit Renn (N'Sync, Backstreet Boys, Aaron Carter).  Since then Honey has also worked with prestigious producers such as Michael Mangini (Joss Stone, Busta Rhymes, Donnie Osmand), Shaun Fisher (Mandy Moore, Steven Segal), and Heeba Jeeba Productions out of ATL whom with she recorded some of her early work.

            In 2005, Honey relocated to Brooklyn, New York, where she became one of the most sought after and stand out vocalist in town.  Honey is now a very popular face  and voice in the New York underground music community.  She regularly performs with her 10-piece band on the stages of legendary music clubs such as Blue Note, Lenox Lounge, Canal Room and the Village Underground.  Honey's performances are packed with energy and excitement that keep the clubs more than satisfied.

            LaRochelle has traveled internationally with The Brand New Heavies, as their sole backup vocalist.  Honey also has toured overseas with fellow Brooklyn artist Maya Azecuna.  Soon enough in 2008 it will finally be Honey LaRochelle's turn to step into the spotlight once again, but this time as thee front woman.  Honey will be releasing her first solo album, "Flight of the Honey B."  The  debut album will be a 12 track look into the life of Honey LaRochelle and her experiences as a young woman and growth as an artist.  The album will highlight Honey's crisp and soaring soprano voice while showcasing her dynamic and touching lyrics and exquisite productions skills.  The unique and soulful mixture of Funk-Soul with a hint of Hip-Hop will surely hit the audience and listeners, putting them into an affinitive and euphoric state.  It's just a matter of time before it's time for this Honey B to fly.

Wow, this a beautiful article written by Brian Lorio.

Not all the statements are entirely true. I never sang backgrounds for Donna Summer or Roberta Flack, however I have been in bands that opened for both those amazing women.

It just goes to show how easy it is for press to be a little inaccurate. So never believe everything you read....

Nonetheless, this is an AMAZING and gorgeous article. THANK YOU SOSOSOSOSOOO MUCH BRIAN!!!! I am honored, and touched.

Muah

Hope you all enjoy. Click on the link below

Interview: Honey Larochelle working overtime to make it big

    So it's grammy night tonight, and for the first time, I'm in L.A and in the company of someone that will bring me to a couple Grammy parties!  YAAY!!!

I have nothing to wear and my nails need some serious attention, so I'm battling my ego's urge to spend erratically, and my logical thought that I'll look great no matter what I wear and no matter if it's new or not. 

I mean this isn't brooklyn where beauty is defined by whats inside, and your skill, and confidence level....no...this  is HOLLYWOOD, where Perez Hilton will have hired tons of people to take pics and then will later deface them!!! 

So I think I'll go shopping...hehe. 


"DON'T CHANGE FOR ME...NO DON'T CHANGE FOR ME..I LOVE YOU JUST THE WAY YOU ARE...OOH BABY YOU'RE MY SHINING STAR..."

The lyrics to a song by Eric Roberson, with whom I performed last friday...and the song has been stuck in my head ever since!  very much worth checkin for!  And the show we did will air on BET in June...so I'll remind....

Here's the update:

Macy Gray is producing a song on my album!!!  I wrote it and sang it for her and she loved it so much she offered to produce it!!!

So tonight, we went into the studio in LA and started something that is gonna be HOTT!!!  I hope and pray it rocks people like it rocks me!

We started it in NY, but couldn't finish...so she called in her friends to play on it. 
Justin-the bass player from Beck played on it
Sean- Macy's drummer played on it

and Whitey-a super cool and amazing producer and artist helped create the session...

Wow, to have someone who'd already reached such a great level of success, actually co-sign for me, and invest time money and energy into my music is HUGE!  I can't be more thankful. 

The song is called "I Love You" and it's the way I feel about you.  (Well most of it, hehe)

Look out for it.

Be home thursday-Love day- Feb 14th-08

BIG THANKS TO MY GIRL, MACY!!  I love you forever sis!!

I define SUCCESS as setting a goal and then acheiving it.  So the goal for the night was to touch and inspire folks, pack the house, sell out of CD's, and get a lot of people out of their funk from having shitty weeks, including myself.  And that's exactly what happened last night at the golden ladies.  Here's a link to the Minority Report blog about it, with some pics and stuff and stay tuned for the videos!  yaay
http://theminorityreportnyc.blogspot.com/

Here is a link to a concert we did last year in Amsterdam.  I shake the shit out of my tambourine hehe.  I don't know how long the video is, but  we played about an hour, so put it on the big screen and enjoy! be sure to scream and cheer everytime you see me.  "Oh my gosh!  There she is!  I know her!  OMG!!!" hehe

http://www.soulmuseum.net/navi/cat52/cat76/brand_new_heavies.html

here are some pics from that nite....some of em i kinda wish werent there but hey...it is what it is...nah mean?just skip past my funny face ones quickly....hehe

much love,
Honey

http://www.flickr.com/photos/thashadow/sets/72157604133651442/