King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard Share Eye-Catching Video for Subdued New Song “Honey”

Photo Credit: Sharon Alagna

Australian rock band King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard have released a new single titled “Honey,” along with a music video, according to The PRP. The single marks the band’s first new song since the release of their last studio album, Infest The Rats’ Nest.

The folk-driven song is calming and comforting, as the acoustic plucking of the strings provided a sense of familiarity for the listener. While the song provides a sense of comfort, it remains upbeat and driving, as the percussion and bass continuously drive the song forward. The shots of frontman Stu Mackenzie playing his guitar against the backdrop of a setting sun and night sky pairs perfectly with the song, and further provide a sense of tranquility for the viewer. The funky 7/4 time signature allows the song to both sound recognizable while standing on its own, as the video balances the forces of familiarity and distinction.

Mackenzie commented on the release of the song, writing, “Shot at sunset during the apocalypse with a reeeeeeal long lens. I wrote this song a couple of years ago. It’s nice to have it out in the world.” Although Mackenzie wrote the song two years ago, the song perhaps is more relevant now than it was at the time of its writing.

King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard took part in the Grill For Good event with Mac DeMarco, Julia Jacklin, Laura Jean, POND and Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever this past January. The event raised money for the Fire Relief Fund for First Nations Communities and Wildlife Victoria, who were severely affected by the Australian bush fires that raged this past fall. The band had also made plans to tour throughout the Spring of this year, but the tour was ultimately cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Photo Credit: Sharon Alagna

Drew Feinerman: I have just completed my senior at the University of Michigan majoring in international studies with an emphasis in political economics and development, with a minor in Chinese language and culture, and I have recently been accepted into the Berklee School of Music's masters of music business program. Although my academic interests include economics, political science, and history, I consider music to be my one true passion. Music is, and has always been, a driving force for the way I think and act every day of my life. I have been playing the tenor saxophone since the age of ten, and playing an instrument at a high level has allowed me to only further my understanding and appreciation for music. While I grew up listening to predominantly classic rock, I soon found myself gravitating toward jazz, hip-hop, funk, and other genres, as my learned to both play and analyze music as a listener. As a writer, I am able to apply my skills both as a musician and a listener, and look forward to the opportunity to being able to express my thoughts on various stories in the music industry.
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