Initially named "The Hush," the band changed their name to "The Hush Sound" when Geffen Records objected that their name was too similar to rapper Hush. The band consists of Bob Morris on vocals and guitar, Mike Leblanc on bass and vocals, Darren Wilson on drums and vocals, and Greta Salpeter on vocals and piano. Original bassist Chris Faller left the band in October 2008 in order to pursue other musical interests and was replaced by Mike LeBlanc, who had toured with them previously on their "Dance Across the Country Tour".
In 2005 the band released their first studio album So Sudden. Their second studio album, Like Vines, was released in 2006 on Fueled by Ramen.
The Hush Sound was founded by Greta Salpeter and Bob Morris. The two met when Greta was in 7th grade and Bob was in 10th. In the eyes of many of their peers, Bob and Greta were deemed an "odd couple." Bob had always been a player and performer of rock music, whereas Greta was a classical pianist.
By the end of March of 2005, The Hush Sound took their music into the studio to record their debut full-length album. The studio was the Gallery of Carpet located in Villa Park, IL run by owner Brian Zieske. They named it "So Sudden"--a reflection on how quickly things were moving for the band. They released their first album with no label support at the time, but nevertheless sold 300 CDs in two nights.
Five months later, the band began playing shows. They soon gained the attention of Fall Out Boy’s Pete Wentz. On the day they were streaming "So Sudden" on purevolume, Ryan Ross of Panic at the Disco discovered their page and passed it along to Pete Wentz. Wentz knew Bob from his previous work in Chicago-based band the AUDITION, and, after listening, he sent The Hush Sound an email saying that he was interested in signing them to his Decaydance Records label.
So Sudden was re-released on Decaydance (with some minor lyric changes) and the band soon became a part of the 2006 Black Clouds and Underdogs tour, with Fall Out Boy in the headlining slot and also featuring From First to Last, Hawthorne Heights, and the All-American Rejects. During this time, the band started recording the follow-up to So Sudden, entitled Like Vines, which was produced by Sean O'Keefe and Fall Out Boy's Patrick Stump (who also does guest vocals on the song "Don't Wake Me Up").
Like Vines was released on June 6, 2006. In support of the new record, the band went on a summer tour with label mates Panic at the Disco and fellow cabaret-rock band the Dresden Dolls. The album has since sold steadily. The band took a month-long break before beginning another tour with Jack's Mannequin, Copeland, and Daphne Loves Derby.
In November 2006, The Hush Sound embarked on their first headlining tour, supported by This Providence, This Is Me Smiling, and Murder By Death. Since then, they've toured heavily all over the United States with Straylight Run, Spitalfield, HelloGoodbye, Boys Like Girls, and Pablo among others, making stops including the Wiltern in Los Angeles, The Warfield in San Francisco, and the SXSW festival in Austin, TX.
The band's third studio album, Goodbye Blues, was named one of the Most Anticipated Albums of 2008 according to Alternative Press Magazine. "GOODBYE BLUES" was recorded Fall 2007 at North Hollywood's Fairfax Recordings with producer/engineer Kevin Augunas (Cold War Kids, Jon Brion) at the helm. In tracks such as "Honey" and "Medicine Man",The Hush Sound shows influence of Blues, Swing, Rock, and Folk. On January 16th, a press release said that that album would in fact be released on March 18th and that the first single, Honey, would be available for purchase on the iTunes store on February 5th. Goodbye Blues is available for purchase through The Hush Sound's official website. Shortly after the release of Goodbye Blues the band announced an indefinite hiatus.
In August 2012 the band announced a series of fall 2012 tour dates. In Spring 2013, they released an EP, "Forty Five".
Honey
The Hush Sound Lyrics
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Now your feet are gonna hit the ground
I am going sleepless
And you're out of lullabies
Honey, honey, honey
You're the death of me
Won't stop holding my hands, now
You never let me
You've got a dark heart
You've got a cold kiss
You want my love, my love, my love
(You want my love)
Everybody's breaking
Every time you start a-shaking
Don't come calling my name
Everybody's falling
Every time you come a-calling
I want you to know
Honey honey
You were the first one
Darling darling
Around my door
Honey honey
You'll never let me
You've got a dark heart
You've got a cold kiss
You've got a dark heart
You've got a cold kiss
You want my love, my love, my love
(You want my love)
Always turning back to you
Till you never let me down
Loving your illusions
Staring at a crooked ground
(Ah ah ah ah)
You always let me down
(Ah ah ah ah)
You always let me down
(Ah ah ah ah)
You always let me down
(Ah ah ah ah)
You want my love, my love, my love
(You want my love)
Honey, honey, honey
You're the death of me
Honey, honey, honey
Will you ever see?
In "Honey," The Hush Sound paints a picture of a toxic relationship, one that the singer can't seem to let go of. The lines "Spin your body around, now your feet are gonna hit the ground" conjure images of dancing or spinning until you're dizzy, and the idea of your "feet hitting the ground" could symbolize the harsh reality of coming out of that euphoric state. Meanwhile, the singer confesses that they can't sleep and their partner no longer provides comfort ("And you're out of lullabies").
The repeated refrain of "honey, honey, honey" shows the singer's desperation and a sense of being trapped, as they describe their partner as "the death of me." The singer wants to let go, but their partner won't stop holding onto them ("Won't stop holding my hands, now, Baby, baby, baby, you never let me"). The lines "You've got a dark heart, you've got a cold kiss" create a vivid image of a partner who is not only emotionally distant but may have ulterior motives.
The chorus continues with the poetic but tragic lines "Everybody's breaking, every time you start a-shaking / Don't come calling my name / everybody's falling, every time you come a-calling, I want you to know." The repetition of "everybody" emphasizes how many people have been hurt by this relationship, while "every time you start a-shaking" suggests that the partner could be intentionally causing chaos. But the singer has had enough and is putting their foot down ("Don't come calling my name"), even when their partner tries to come back.
Overall, "Honey" is a powerful expression of the confusion and pain that comes with a relationship that is truly toxic. The Hush Sound manages to capture the mixed emotions that come with trying to let go of someone you know is bad for you.
Line by Line Meaning
Spin your body around
Move your body in circles
Now your feet are gonna hit the ground
You're going to stop spinning soon
I am going sleepless
I can't sleep
And you're out of lullabies
You don't have any songs to help me sleep
Honey, honey, honey
Term of affection towards the person being addressed
You're the death of me
You're causing me pain or difficulty
Won't stop holding my hands, now
You continue to hold my hands
Baby, baby, baby
Term of affection towards the person being addressed
You never let me
You don't allow me to be free
You've got a dark heart
You have an evil side
You've got a cold kiss
Your kiss feels unloving
You want my love, my love, my love
You desire my affection
Everybody's breaking
Others are hurting because of you
Every time you start a-shaking
Every time you're emotional
Don't come calling my name
Stay away from me
Everybody's falling
Others are becoming infatuated with you
Every time you come a-calling
Every time you come to me
I want you to know
I need to tell you something important
You were the first one
You were my first love
Around my door
Always near me
You'll never let me
You won't allow me to leave or be free
Always turning back to you
Always coming back to you
Till you never let me down
Until you disappoint me
Loving your illusions
Loving the image of you that I have in my head
Staring at a crooked ground
Feeling confused and lost
Ah ah ah ah
Vocalization
You always let me down
You always disappoint me
Will you ever see?
Will you ever understand?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, O/B/O DistroKid, Songtrust Ave
Written by: JANEE MILLICENT LUCY BENNETT, GABRIELLE JULIA MASSEY COOKE, FEMI FALOLA, ELFED ALEXANDER MORRIS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@madelaineraye
Oh my, how I love The Hush Sound. I feel like I don't listen to them as often as I should, and then I just periodically remember that they're one of my favorite bands haha
@samanthasakura5428
Madelaine Raye Same, my first and favorite song was wine red because of a fnaf video and I just love their songs so much
@casiesilverman
Same here. They would have been a hit in our day tbh
@astrosoup
I guess these guys were too good to last. I remember at the time thinking about how rare the male/female duet is in rock music. These guys were so compelling on every level.
@itsgonnabeanaurfromme
Yes! I remember them YEARS ago back when I had an ipod video and shuffle. Grateful to have their music back then when they were appreciated without the mess the industry is now.
@stephenreznikoff3558
I'm just falling in love with The Hush Sound now, why haven't I discovered this gem of a band back then?
@ryanr3034
I really wish the band wasn't on hiatus. In 2012 they made a few singles but they didn't have this type of ragtime/rock infused sound. I wish I grew up listening to this :D
@renofthewind
They're on hiatus?
@jamhopsey
Dawnfox I think it’s like a permanent hiatus
@renofthewind
@@jamhopsey Aw, that sucks :/