With his new single “Hot Honey,” Tiësto proves that even in the realm of electronic dance music, there’s room for a little Southern comfort.
He’s joined forces with buzzing country artist Alana Springsteen, who is signed to Columbia Records/Sony Music Nashville, to infuse his anthemic sound with a touch of twang. “Hot Honey” emerges as a genre-defying confection where his pulsing beats intertwine with the dulcet tones of Springsteen’s vocals, which explore the intoxicating allure of a love that’s as fleeting as it is intense.
Springsteen’s lyrics ooze with both desire and disappointment, her words dripping with the titular “hot honey”—sweet yet stinging. Meanwhile, Tiësto’s propulsive production entwines with her emotional storytelling, much like the tempestuous push and pull of the relationship she’s describing.
All said and done, “Hot Honey” is a bold step for Tiësto, who continues to prove that even the most tenured of dance music veterans can find new ways to surprise and innovate.
“I’ve always been drawn to fun/party side and the authenticity of country music, so when I had the opportunity to team up with Alana Springsteen to make a country dance song, I was super excited,” Tiësto said in a statement shared with EDM.com. “Alana has an incredible voice, which is precisely the texture this song needed, and I respect her abilities as a songwriter as well as her artistry. This is a different sound for me but as you know by now, I like to explore and am inspired by all different genres when making dance music! I hope you enjoy this song as much as we did creating it.”
“How often do you get the chance to collaborate with one of the most iconic DJs of all-time?” Springsteen added. “When Tiësto reached out to see if I’d want to get creative with him on ‘Hot Honey,’ I saw it as the most invigorating opportunity. I’ve always loved exploring sonically and being able to do that with dance music while staying true to my country roots—that’s what excites me about being an artist and songwriter.”
Watch the fiery music video for “Hot Honey” below and find the new single on streaming platforms here.
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