Honor By August Interview
Honor By August meaning to gain honor by doing something admirable or awe-inspiring, completely fits the band well. The band is originally from Washington, D.C and their music has become popular with listeners around the world. Their infectious lyrics have been easily relatable to things going on in a person’s life. Their new song “Last Chance” has been gaining national airplay, and the band’s rise to stardom has inclined significantly. Their sound can be compared of that of Snow Patrol’s, Bruce Springteen, and U2 to name a few. Their music is definitely beautiful in it’s own right. I advise all of you reading this that this is not the last time you will ever see Honor By August.
Recently, I have been in contact with Honor by August and was able to conduct an interview. Thanks to Michael Pearsell lead vocalist and guitarist for responding in a timely fashion due to their busy schedules. I wouldn’t have been able to bring this to you if it wasn’t for their generosity to open up about their album and personal lives.
Thanks again
Q&A interview with Honor By August:
Taylor Hutchcraft: Your album dropped in April, what is the best thing to happen to the band since then?
Honor by August: Our single "Last Chance" has been getting a lot of airplay on radio stations across the country and on SiriusXM's The Pulse. We've also been doing a lot of touring. We're out on the road now withTony Lucca, which has been great and then we're going out this fall in support of Jonny Lang as well as a few dates opening for Green River Ordinance.
Taylor Hutchcraft: Have you ever had a fan super excited to see you guys play?
Honor by August: If by super excited you mean peed their pants, then yes! But seriously we have definitely had fans who have been very excited for our shows. One couple on this recent tour happened to be working for the summer in Chicago but they were from Estonia. They thought they'd never see us play but we happened to come through town while they were there and the guy told me when he found out about the show he started shouting in the streets because he was so excited.
Taylor Hutchcraft: What has been the best part of your tour so far?
Honor by August: Honestly the best part has been hanging with Tony and his band. Everyone on the tour gets along really well and we've been having a lot of fun together. The shows have been awesome and we've met a lot of new fans too but it's rare to have such great hang time with your tour mates.
Taylor Hutchcraft: Favorite Venue?
Honor by August: Ever- 930 Club in DC. This tour though I'd have to say Eddie's Attic in Decatur was a favorite because we'd never played there before and it was sold out. Seven Steps Up in Spring Lake, MI is one of our favorites too and we did three nights in a row there almost all of which were sold out.
Taylor Hutchcraft: If you guys could collaborate with anybody who would it be and why?
Honor by August: I'd love to write with Ryan Adams but I think it'd be cool to do a duet with someone like Pink or Kelly Clarkson.
Taylor Hutchcraft: Favorite tour food?
Honor by August: Any home cooked meal is always appreciated. We've been fortunate to get a few on this tour.
Taylor Hutchcraft: When you guys have down time do you do anything special?
Honor by August: Nothing particular but we try to take advantage of whatever opportunities we have. We got to go on a boat ride in Michigan, played golf in Raleigh and had a great day by the pool in Tampa. Anything outdoors is good by us after spending so much time on the bus and in clubs.
Taylor Hutchcraft: Beer or Liquor?
Honor by August: Can it be both? Often it's red wine though. But truthfully we drink more water and soda water than anything else.
Taylor Hutchcraft: What is your favorite song to play live?
Honor by August: I enjoy singing "Johnny (Pass Me Another One)" since it's the one song I don't play an instrument on and just get to focus on singing. But I love playing stuff off the new record, Monuments To Progress, and listening to Evan shred on "Good Enough".
Taylor Hutchcraft: Where do you see your band 5 years from now?
Honor by August: Hopefully still writing, recording and touring. We just want to continue making a living doing what we love. Obviously we'd like to continue to grow our fanbase and play bigger venues, but as long as we're out there chasing the dream I'll be happy.
Taylor Hutchcraft: What inspired your song “Last Chance”?
Honor by August: It was an afternoon writing session with our buddy Garen Gueyikian (Kill The Alarm) and we had the loop and the basic chord structure. We started taking turns singing and out came the chorus, "Last chance turn around, I'm looking for answers I never found. Somebody help me out. Running in circles I'm afraid I'm burning out." We built the song off the idea that you're not where you want to be in your life but you recognize that you have an opportunity to turn thing around and you're ready to take that chance.
Taylor Hutchcraft: One word that describes your band’s style?
Honor by August: Rock
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Twitter: @HonorByAugust
Facebook: www.facebook.com/honorbyaugust
Website: www.honorbyaugust.com
iTunes: Honor By August
MySpace: www.myspace.com/honorbyaugust