We’re delighted to share the premiere of a live performance of ‘Honey I Do’, the latest single from Americana/folk duo The Coo. The song begins delicately, with just Jara Holdert’s acoustic notes and beautifully pure voice, while Matt Arthur’s subtle electric guitar is in the background. Then, the song bursts into life with upbeat percussion, mellow bass and Arthur’s electric soaring. When the pair sing together, their voices combine brilliantly – it’s great to listen to but it’s a particular joy to actually see them play together, taking pleasure in the performance and bringing out one another’s energy. The song is about, “…love when it works out – an ode to hope, shining through doubt. It tells the story of someone who feels lost amongst all the romantic possibilities of the big city, falling in and out of connections that don’t quite meet – only to find that special person when they least expect it.” It’s a positive theme and we all need a bit of positivity these days. Writing authentically about happiness and hopefulness can be a challenge but, just like their lovely harmonies, Arthur and Holdert pull it off with style and grace.
This is the latest single from upcoming album ‘A Different Life’, produced by themselves and Sean Gascoigne and due in October. Find it on your favoured service here. Previous single ‘Promise Me’ has received airplay on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 6 Music, building anticipation for the album’s release. The Coo will be promoting the new album with a series of UK and EU tour dates for November and December 2024. Keep a look out – the talented duo will be outstanding live. In the meantime, enjoy this.
