We've been on to Honey Moon for a while here at Not Another Music Blog. Their jangly croon influenced indie-pop is the stuff of brilliance and the perfect accompaniment to this never-ending British heatwave we seem to have found ourselves in. '(Why Do You Think You're So) Special?' is the London-based bands latest single after a two-year break from the airwaves and first through indie label Heist or Hit.
Honey Moon's 50s and 60s pop influences shine brightly in the opening stages of the song. Walking basslines, surf-tinged guitars, wistful backing vocals and skittish drums all combine to create a throwback sound harking back to the doo-wop era's of early American and British pop.
The introduction of Jack Slater Chandler's dreamy and incredibly controlled falsetto adds another element of finesse before the band crank up the intensity in the chorus. Melodically this track is up there with some of the best indie music we've heard all year. The "I don't know if I could ever stop loving you" refrain is so catchy and sweet that it'll have you singing it all day long.
The craftsmanship of the song is a wonder with each musical element perfectly formed to build a sound that is not only timeless, it's also incredibly refreshing. Produced by Alex Greaves at The Nave in Leeds, the way 'Special?' builds to the final brass filled stages is a joy and the dynamic grandiosity of the outro makes us want to return time after time.
Have love songs ever sounded better? We think not.
On '(Why Do You Think You're So) Special?', Honey Moon has returned with a perfect slice of doo-wop indie-pop perfection. With songs like this, Honey Moon is reaching for the stars and it won't be long before the four-piece really make a name for themselves. Time to take note.
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20th July – Truck Festival, Oxfordshire
'(Why Do You Think You're So) Special?' is out on all good streaming services now or you can listen below.
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