"It's refreshing as hell to hear something that hasn't been done before, something new and innovative, in an era of repetition, replication, and imitation. Enter, stage left, the strange and exciting sounds of Honeytone Cody. With a sound unlike anything you have heard before, constantly shifting style and genre seamlessly, they are, in their own words "One of the most unpredictable bands around." Damn straight."
"In all honesty, Honeytone Cody are the kind of unique, intriguing act that deserves an audience far beyond the city walls of York. By arming themselves with songs as good as this, there’s every chance 2012 could be a breakout year for them – and if there’s any justice, it’ll be theirs for the taking."
L O C A L A R T I S T O F W H E N E V E R "An immaculate vocal sound cuts over fuzzy guitars and insistent drums, underpinned by a really great bass sound. Holly the Cat Has Gone To A New Home should deserve a mention for the fantastic name alone, but again I would defy anyone to find a better bass sound than you can hear on this. This time a bright and tingly acoustic guitar sound carries the track over a sparse drumbeat, complemented by a truly beautiful vocal line. Elle’s voice is gorgeous without being overly innocent or sweet – she sounds like she has lived an interesting life. And that is how I picture this band – a soundtrack to an interesting life."
B E A R D R O C K
"Honeytone Cody up the stakes further with a show of the kind of standard that many bands could only dream of. Mean, moody and as tight as hell, they deliver their set of heavily rhythmic, bass-driven art rock with a cool nonchalance. Dark - as in dramatic, rather than depressing - and at times positively explosive, the music is never less than captivating, and the forthcoming EP can't come soon enough."
W H I S P E R I N A N D H O L L E R I N
"Hearing these guys soundcheck made us instantly sit up and take notice – and we were not disappointed by the set. Incorporating samples and electronic drum loops of the tenorion combined with bass , guitar and drums this band are ones to watch! Honeytone Cody had an excitingly original sound that combined elements from bands such as Unkle and Portishead. Dark vocals were contrasted with forceful and powerful ones that were reminiscent at times of old Siouxsie Sioux vocal lines. We absolutely loved the creative live percussion which made for an great band dynamic. Not only were the band interesting to watch live with a variety of sounds, but the set seemed to fit together perfectly whilst retaining originality within each song. Honeytone cody were undoubtedly 'ear-catching' so keep your eyes peeled for these guys, they are recording a new studio EP this year!"
S U P A J A M
"Honeytone Cody were the main support for the evening, one of York’s longer running acts and fundamentals of the local music scene played a blistering set, heavily based around driving tribal rhythms and blissfull gothnic shrieks theirs is a big sound."
A R T R O C K E R
"Emerging unannounced from a fog of feedback, the band take the stage and assault us with their urban angst. It is immediately obvious that in Martell James, they have a drummer of class. He has not only metronomic precision but also the rhythmic naughtiness to keep things interesting. Elle Nelson's vocals struggle to break free from the murky sound mix but there is no doubting her stage presence. She stalks the stage like Marlene Dietrich on a very angry day. The odd chant to one song punches it away across the room to us - "Touch me again, I swear I'll kill you!" to drive the point home. Venomous lyrics and powerhouse musical support make this band special. Ms Nelson notices a video camera trained upon her. She looks momentarily nervous, flicks her hair and smiles the sweetest little girl smile. Compare and contrast. That is what life is all about."
B L U E S B U N N Y
"York’s own glamorous (they’ve got great fashion sense) yet hard-hitting rock act Honeytone Cody are on the verge of breaking away from Yorkshire and into the national spotlight. With their intricate progressive rock sound, the Cody crew have been making some waves around the county for a number of years.
The band’s strong visuals and avid social networking has made them a hit with alternative music fans from around the country, and their collectively razor-sharp wit makes pretty much everything that they post worth a listen or a read.
The trio have new songs out every few months (they work together at an alarming pace) and a reputation that has painted them as ultimate professionals able to make a good impression, rock a frickin’ room, and destroy your ears at the very same time.
Honeytone Cody’s material will open your mind; whether you’re into pop, rock songs, or metal, there’s something to offer within this sound for all takers"
"There is nothing like super charged rock and roll to get you all pumped
up. This is the kind of music that really gets my blood circulating.
Elle Nelson will cause the men to be enamored and the women to want to
start their own band. The music that drives Elle is just as sexy and
forceful."
M U S I C D I S H