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DIRTY HONEY Unleashes New Era with 'Catch My Butterfly'

By Jason •
The L.A. rock rebels are back, cranking up the heat with their upcoming third album and a pair of blistering singles.

DIRTY HONEY, the audacious torchbearers of modern rock, are set to redefine their sound with the impending release of their third full-length album, "Catch My Butterfly", dropping on January 15, 2027. This announcement comes on the heels of the launch of the album's explosive first two singles, "Lights Out" and "Butterfly", signaling that these road warriors are far from hitting the brakes.

Produced by the renowned John Feldmann, known for his work with heavyweights like KORN and BLINK-182, "Catch My Butterfly" marks a pivotal evolution in DIRTY HONEY's sonic journey. The trio—Marc LaBelle (vocals), John Notto (guitar), and Justin Smolian (bass)—is set to broaden their musical horizons while staying true to the raw, electrifying energy that has propelled them from underground obscurity to rock royalty.

“I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve persevered through,” LaBelle remarked, reflecting on the band's tumultuous journey. “Every band faces trials to reach a third album. We’ve made our share of mistakes, but those missteps have only sharpened us as songwriters.” The hard-fought struggle has coalesced into the vibrant tapestry that is "Catch My Butterfly".

The single "Lights Out" kicks off the album like a roller coaster, taking listeners on a wild ride with its anthemic riffs and a relentless rhythm section. Notto's incendiary guitar solo is a testament to the band’s ability to push boundaries, as he explained, “It’s rare to nail down a solo on the demo, but this one is just a taste of what’s to come.”

Meanwhile, the hauntingly beautiful "Butterfly" showcases a different side of DIRTY HONEY, blending wistful acoustic elements with LaBelle's soulful musings on addiction and loss. “I wanted to tell a story from a family member’s perspective,” he divulged, hinting at the deeper themes that permeate the album. “It's about the struggle of holding onto someone beautiful yet broken.”

With these two singles, DIRTY HONEY offers a tantalizing glimpse into their most ambitious project yet. Since their meteoric rise following the groundbreaking success of their single "When I'm Gone", which made history as the first song by an unsigned act to top the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart, the band has forged their path through relentless touring and a slew of critically acclaimed releases. As they gear up for the next chapter, it’s clear that DIRTY HONEY are not just a band; they are a force to be reckoned with in the rock landscape.