Alt-R&B Artist, Producer & Designer from Ghent, Belgium
Solus Noir is a Belgian alt-R&B artist whose sound blends classic soul, experimental textures, and emotional vulnerability. Born and raised in Ghent, Belgium, he emerged in the early 2020s with a unique sonic identity that evokes intimacy, introspection, and modern minimalism.
Drawing inspiration from artists like Frank Ocean, James Blake, The Weeknd (early), and FKA twigs, Solus Noir crafts deeply personal music using atmospheric pads, distorted textures, layered harmonies, and late-night moods. Every song is a design — a balance of sonic clarity and lyrical depth.
Solus Noir’s style is best described as alt-R&B meets trip-hop and minimal soul. His music often features:
His tracks are often described as “2AM music” — perfect for headphones, introspective walks, or smoky late-night drives.
Solus Noir is not only a vocalist but also a producer, sound designer, and graphic artist. He handles much of his recording, mixing, visual branding, and release strategy himself through his creative platform Solus Noir Studio.
Solus Noir operates through three key Instagram accounts:
He is also active on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and SoundCloud.
Solus Noir is building a multidisciplinary music universe where sound, design, and identity merge. He believes in slow growth, deep connection, and timeless storytelling — avoiding hype cycles and focusing on craft over clout.