London-based trio Honeyglaze are back with their latest track ‘Cold Caller’, gifting us another taste of their upcoming album Real Deal, set for release on 20th September via Fat Possum. The band also revealed a series of UK in-store performances to promote the album.
Following the intensity of their previous single, ‘Don’t’, ‘Cold Caller’ takes a more measured approach. It begins with a calming vocal from Anouska Sokolow, slowly building in emotion as it delves into themes of isolation and the search for connection. Sokolow’s vocals become increasingly emotional, mirroring the lyrical protagonist’s loneliness and yearning for interaction, even with a cold caller.
Honeyglaze explains, “It’s funny, because it’s a complete dynamic reversal: the last person you’d usually want attention from is a cold caller. Can you imagine how lonely someone must feel if you aren’t getting enough from them? Wishful thinking and delusion determine your reality more than you’d think.”
It’s a song song that showcases the band’s evolving songwriting skills, mixing fact and fiction seamlessly. With its introspective lyrics and rich melodies, ‘Cold Caller’ is a clear indicator of the growth Honeyglaze has undergone since their debut.
In support of Real Deal, Honeyglaze will be performing at several instores across the UK in September. The schedule includes stops in London, Nottingham, Bristol, and Leeds, preceding a full UK tour in November and December.
Honeyglaze Instore Tour Dates:
- 19th September – Rough Trade East, London
- 20th September – Rough Trade, Nottingham
- 23rd September – Crash, Leeds
- 26th September – Rough Trade, Bristol
Full UK Tour Dates:
- 26th November – King Tuts, Glasgow
- 28th November – Yes, Manchester
- 29th November – Exchange, Bristol
- 30th November – Heartbreakers, Southampton
- 1st December – Green Door Store, Brighton
- 3rd December – Village Underground, London
European Tour Dates:
- 4th December – Trix Bar, Antwerp, Belgium
- 5th December – Supersonic Records, Paris, France
- 7th December – Yuca, Cologne, Germany
- 8th December – Turmzimmer, Hamburg, Germany
- 10th December – Cassiopeia, Berlin, Germany
Real Deal is a reflection of the band’s journey and evolution. Vocalist and guitarist Anouska Sokolow shares, “Musically, we were reacting to the first album thinking, ‘How can we do better?’” This new album, recorded with Grammy-nominated producer Claudius Mittendorfer, explores new dimensions of their sound, capturing the raw intensity of their live performances.
Fans can expect a dynamic mix of emotions and sounds from Real Deal, capturing the essence of Honeyglaze’s growth as a band. The album promises to be a significant stride forward, marked by a deeper self-awareness and maturity.
For those eager to experience Honeyglaze live, be sure to catch one of their upcoming performances and witness firsthand the evolution of a band that continues to push boundaries.
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