Honeyhoney is an American duo consisting of Suzanne Santo and Ben Jaffe, formed in 2006 in Los Angeles. Their sound identity is a sophisticated blend of Americana, indie folk, and swampy blues, characterized by Santo's distinctive raspy vocals and Jaffe's multi-instrumental arrangements.
The duo's career arc saw them move from an early association with Kiefer Sutherland's Ironworks label to a more independent, critically acclaimed position in the Americana scene. Their evolution is marked by an increasing willingness to experiment with darker, more cinematic textures, moving away from the 'jazzy' labels of their debut toward a more rugged, 'stomp-and-holler' aesthetic with noir undertones. Critically, they are praised for their technical proficiency and the chemistry between the two leads. They occupy a unique space between the polished folk-pop of Brandi Carlile and the gritty, blues-rock energy of Grace Potter, often cited for their ability to incorporate spaghetti western influences into modern songwriting.
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