(Austin, TX) – The renowned funk and soul powerhouse Honey Made had dug deep into their sexy bag to create the sultry slow jam “Pass Me By.” Designed to keep you cozy as the temperature drops, this intimate track is a step away from the band’s usual high-energy sound. As it dives into the deep, sensual side of relationships, the new song reminds us all to cherish the beauty in the ones we love—every single day. The new single is out now and available everywhere you stream music. Save the new song here.
Honey Made comments, “Pass Me By is a song about appreciating the one you love no matter what stage you are in your relationship. From the beginning until the end, you should never let too many moments pass by without letting them know how beautiful they are.”
To bring that extra warmth, the band enlisted the talents of violinist Sage Nizhoni, whose masterful playing adds the perfect layer of sensuality. Her performance weaves seamlessly into the fabric of “Pass Me By,”turning it into a musical embrace that perfectly captures the feeling of being wrapped in love.
Honey Made reflects, “We wanted to give our fans something to warm up to during the cold months.”
As always, Honey Made continues to push boundaries and explore new musical territory, proving they can evoke any emotion, from the thrill of a packed venue to the intimacy of a quiet night with someone special.
“Pass Me By” is out now everywhere you stream music!
Bringing back memories of legends like James Brown, Sly and the Family Stone, and Earth Wind and Fire, Honey Made has created their own modern take on slamming primal soul that shines focus on their R&B roots. The renowned funk and soul powerhouse has headlined the YouTube Presents: DIY Musician Showcase in conjunction with the CD Baby DIY Musicians Conference and named a 2022 SXSW showcasing artist. In addition to having shared the stage with George Clinton & the Parliament Funkadelic, Sierra Leone Refugee Allstars, The Motet, Lee Fields, and Flow Tribe, the band has already made quite a name for themselves. In 2022 & 2023 they were hailed as “Best of Austin” by Austin Fit Magazine’s Best Live Band category. So far the band has released one full length album, Brand New, and EPs, Couple Few and Charge It to the Band Fund. The single “Upstairs” gained national attention with support from over 23 AAA radio stations. Most recently, the band made it to the Quarter Finals in Audacy’s 2023 “The Opening Act” competition and continued extending its fan base beyond Austin!
Honey Made is comprised Willie Barnes, Vocals; Donald Ford Jr., vocals; Brian Cokeley, Keys; Chris Barnes, Drums & Vocals; Mark Saldana, Percussion; Dustin Hunter, Tenor Saxophone & Baritone Saxophone; Joseph Marrow, Trumpet & Flugelhorn; and Donald McDaniel, Trombone
