Honeytalks – “There’s Hope in the Hopeless” (Track-by-Track)

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Today I’m so excited to share with everyone an exclusive track-by-track feature by Welsh pop-punk band,Honeytalks, regarding their new EP titled There’s Hope in the Hopeless. Despite less than two years in existence, Welsh wunderkinds Honeytalks have already landed acclaim from BBC Introducing, as well as Kerrang Radio (finishing 2^nd in the Marshall Records competition) and Bowling for Soup front-man Jaret Reddick. Upcoming sophomore EP, There’s Hope in Hopeless marries the best of the Drive-Thru Records era with a punchy and contemporary pop-punk grit. The record embodies struggle, positivity and triumph for those who feel marginalized and misunderstood. Mental health is at the thematic core of the new collection, but the overarching message is one of strength and hope, inspired by Honeytalks’ uplifting brand of melodic punk. This track-by-track was put together by Adam Scott, the lead vocalist and guitarist of Honeytalks, and the EP is available on all streaming services starting today.

1. Super 8
”Super 8,” fittingly named after the film reel, is about breaking the mold with pure drive,and determination. It is the second song to be released by Honeytalks this year. The most pertinent line in the song, ‘I’m paralyzed in a perfect life’ describes how life isn’t always as it seems. Although we may value what we have, and feel privileged to have or be where we are, sometimes we still need help and support…and that’s okay. The chorus then follows on with ‘Watch me fade away, film it on a Super 8’ which describes how life isn’t always as it appears, especially when analyzed through a snap shot in time; it’s often a coping mechanism to mask how we truly feel. “We want people to know that life runs much deeper, and it’s something we all need to remember. Nothing is as it seems.”

2. Familiar Times
”Familiar Times” is about hope, drive, and determination and was written whilst the UK was in a Coronavirus lockdown. The chorus, ‘I feel familiar times are just around the corner now’ is an important reminder to note that however difficult a situation is, the light is just around the corner. A reminder to hang in there, because things will get better even if you can’t see it just yet.

3. Bite Back
There are many messages in “Bite Back” of hope and resilience. “Bite Back” tells the story of compromise in a journey to reach what you want to reach in life. It’s easy to stay in one place and feel comfortable, but the real work comes when true compromise must be made. “Break your heart and mind” is the message behind this. On your journey, you may encounter heartache, loss or anything else that makes you want to turn around and head back to where you came from. But having faith in yourself and the ability to bounce back from adversity is what pushes you more and more until the desire becomes an obsession.

4. 21
This song encapsulates the brotherhood/sisterhood that one has with their closest of friends in their adolescent years. For whatever reason, when you find those special people in life who you have the best times with, it stays with you for a lifetime. Throughout life, we all end up twisting and turning in different directions, and sometimes those special people can feel distant. But no matter how long you have away from each other, when you’re together, you can reminisce on the good old days because your friendship is as strong it was when you were younger. “If we lose faith, we’ll always have a deeper place.”

5. Cya
”Cya” is simple… I’m DONE. Relationships can be incredibly complex and sometimes it’s hard to know what to do. But when you know, you know! “Cya” is a simple middle finger up to that person who you thought cared about you. To the person who said they loved you. To the person who told you lie after lie and has ultimately become a liability. “You can’t call me baby anymore” and that’s that!

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