Honey Trap's latest single, "Saints & Sinners," is a mesmerizing plunge into the realms of edgy hard rock, led by the powerhouse vocals of lead singer Jessica Rendon. This electrifying track is an intoxicating fusion of rhythmic guitars, captivating drum patterns, and a bassline that resonates deep within your soul. It's a sonic force that shakes you to your core and leaves you yearning for more.
Guitarist Vasilios Bouras's hypnotic riffs set the stage, and when paired with Rendon's sultry vocals, the song transforms into a toe-curling, head-banging experience. "Saints & Sinners" perfectly balances raw energy and melodic prowess. The lyrics are as gripping as the music, reflecting on the pandemic's equalizing effect on people from all walks of life. From gentle moments to bursts of rage, the track mirrors the emotional rollercoaster we've all been on during uncertain times, providing a much-needed outlet for those pent-up feelings.
Honey Trap's journey to create this enthralling music has been truly inspiring. The group's ability to distill the best of their talents and work with renowned industry legends like Grammy-winner Steve Albini and Dave Schiffman has elevated their music to a whole new level. They're a force to be reckoned with, and "Saints & Sinners" epitomizes their artistry.
The "Saints & Sinners" music video directed by Tom Flynn adds another layer of intrigue. Set against the backdrop of a masqueraded, occult wedding in a New York cathedral, it's a chilling and captivating visual feast. The juxtaposition of saints and sinners and references to Adam and Eve's temptation in the garden creates an eerie atmosphere that perfectly complements the song's themes. Notably, the band members perform their parts with actual snakes, adding a thrilling element of danger.
This song and accompanying video couldn't have come at a more fitting time, perfectly timed for the spooky season. "Saints & Sinners" is an anthem that will linger long after your Halloween celebrations. Honey Trap's seductive sonic vibrations are impossible to resist, and you'll surrender willingly to their captivating world of music. It's a treat you won't want to miss this Halloween.
Welcome to BuzzMusic, Honey Trap! "Saints & Sinners" is a perfect fit for the spooky season, but more than that, it captures your effervescence as a band. How did the song come about, and what was the creative process like in crafting a track that embodies the season's spirit while staying true to your signature style?
Vasilios: Sometimes, when we write a song, the inspiration behind the music arrangement might not always be the same as the meaning of the lyrics. But in the end, we're able to fuse it together and create beautiful art. For me, I started writing the melody of this song during the early lockdown stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. I had never been through more troubling and uncertain times than at that point. I wasn't allowed to work, our former drummer had just left the band, we weren't able to get together to rehearse, and all our shows got canceled due to these lockdowns. The band that I traveled across the country to be a part of and work on music together for years seemed like it was falling apart, and the world felt like it was literally about to end. When I picked up the guitar, the beginning line from 'Saints & Sinners' was the first thing that came out. As soon as things started normalizing and we started meeting for practices again, I showed the rest of the band the song, and they added their finishing touches.
Jess: I've always found a tie between religion and mysticism. I like to play with these dark, twisted, and sometimes sexy themes. My singing background began in church, and later my lyrics, when I began writing, were inspired by gothic authors like Edgar Allan Poe, Keats, and Mary Shelley.
Can you share your experience working with such renowned figures like Steve Albini and Dave Schiffman in the music business industry and how it has influenced your artistic approach in creating music like "Saints & Sinners"?
Jessica: I always refer to Albini as a 'genius in a jumpsuit.' He always wears this mechanic jumpsuit, I love it. He comes in ready to get his hands dirty. Albini didn't speak much, just chain-smoked and drank coffee, and it was very hard to read, so when he gave a compliment, it was very exciting! Dave Schiffman was just the opposite, very talkative, and he had a warm and sarcastic sense of humor, which was a lot of fun.
The thing they had in common was YEARS of experience, and it showed. The process of setting up, microphoning the gear, vocals, and recording was so efficient! They were very attentive and on the mark.
What inspires the song's lyrics, and how do they mirror the unique experiences of saints and sinners during these uncertain times?
The lyrics are inspired by not only the life clock that's always ticking, reminding us of the limited time we have on this earth, but also the doomsday clock.
The world has forever been run by both 'Saints and Sinners' with a wavering, translucent line between them. Sometimes, it is impossible to tell the difference between them. It always depends on the perspective. People are driven by both good and evil, and it's that inner struggle that we face daily.
In this day and age, our judgment is easily swayed by just a few words in a headline. We have to be vigilant in digging deeper for the truth and then make our decision as to what's right and wrong. We have to remember that we will always disagree on many different topics, but as a whole, we have to stay united for the greater good and for what is, undeniably, a very privileged way of life that I find too many forget and take for granted. The music video for "Saints & Sinners" is noted for its eerie and captivating visuals, with the band members even performing with actual snakes. What was the creative process like in bringing the video to life, and what message or atmosphere were you aiming to convey with these visuals?
Making this music video was SOOOO much fun! I love singing in church. I also have a theater background, and I'm a fan of gothic poetry, so having the masks and the costumes was a blast!
The snake 'Maria' was a trip. I had never handled a snake before, but it turns out that I'm a natural! We wanted a very Tim Burton and cinematic music video, and I think we hit it home! Can you share any upcoming projects or releases that fans can look forward to? How do you envision your music evolving in the future, and what themes or styles do you hope to explore in your upcoming work?
We have been speaking to alot of artists, local and National. Going into the new year, aside from more Honey Trap releases, we're looking forward to putting out alot more collaborations with talented musicians. There's also talk of a reunion with our producer, Dave Schiffman in Toronto to start working on our next big project. He will be there recording another band already and figured why not just turn it into a tour where we release a new single on the way!
As part of our collaboration efforts and in the spirit of evolving our music, we want to start incorporating more instruments like synthesizers, pianos, and violins, depending on what the song calls for. We also want to start experimenting with mixing genres to really give our fans something they've never heard before.
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