Honesty release their debut EP, Where R U, today via Partisan records, the album features tracks “Seams”, and the original version of “Mr. Speaker” featuring Rarelyalways, following the release of the Hagop Tchaparian remix of the track last month. Speaking of the new track “Seams”, Honesty said: “The lyrics for “Seams” are somewhat of a dreamscape admitting to a relationship’s lost connections. It’s the uncertain mindset of a love affair in turmoil. We wanted the listener to question the meaning of this and dream up their own scenarios.”

The EP also includes the previously released double A-side singles “U&I” and “Tune In Tune Out”, their most recent single “Nightworld”.

The music of Honesty emerged unexpectedly, instinctually, almost unconsciously out of weekly gatherings at a studio space called Nave, in the collective’s native Leeds. It’s in this creative cauldron where the core members: George Mitchell, Matt Peel, Josh Lewis and Imi Holmes worked with a revolving cast of collaborators. This egoless approach results in songs that mirror the communal bond of passing the aux cord at a party, or diving into a well curated, diverse playlist.

Honesty have also embarked on their first-ever public live performances, with dates taking place this week in Leeds (Brudenell Social Club – 23 Nov) and Manchester (Mood Swings at YES – 25 Nov). The group will also performing at Simple Things Festival in Bristol next February and at SXSW in March.

Honesty 2023-2024 tour dates

23 Nov 2023 – Leeds, Brudenell Social Club
25 Nov 2023 – Manchester, Mood Swings at YES
22 Dec – Hebden Bridge, Trades Club (with The Orielles)
24 Feb 2024 – Bristol, Simple Things Festival

order Wher R U by Honesty HERE