The Ariston "Honey, I'd Lie To You" Single Review
Magda Kanecka | May 2026
The London-based rising sensations The Ariston are back with another single; this time, released through Right Track Records and distributed via Universal Music Operations.
“Honey, I’d Lie To You” is the epitome of indie rock, both in its production and execution: the drums are steady and establish a rhythm that follows closely throughout the track; the guitars add necessary emotion and depth, and all the elements are tied together with frontman Luca Slade’s leading vocals that express the emotions reflected in the lyrics.
The song opens with strong guitar rhythms that set a melancholic tone, and Luca (lead singer, guitar) starts with the title line, as if opening with a confession before elaborating on it later in the lyrics.
This then builds steadily into the chorus, which is the song's definite highlight. While the verses are already vulnerable in lyrics, discussing themes of emotional vulnerability in relationships, the chorus takes this to the next level: with lines such as “You said / In my head, in my head, in my head / What you should’ve said / I still need you / Turning red, don’t be scared, let me out”.
What I love about the lyrics here is that they describe precisely the panic that arises when you find yourself in the uncertainties of relationships, a scenario many listeners will find relatable. Slade’s voice heightens on the bridge, before the rest of the band chimes in an explosive final chorus, hitting an emotional climax before the track comes to an end.
Aside from all four band members – Luca, Will, Finn and Rich – being incredibly genuine and humble guys who are truly passionate about their art, the song is one I imagine myself playing on repeat months from now.
About the track, The Ariston said: “‘Honey, I’d Lie To You’ explores the feeling of loving someone so hard that even after they’re gone, they still live in the walls of your head, everything is blurry and burning at the edges.
“The cracks in the ceiling you can’t stop staring at.
“Where your brain keeps playing you things they never actually said, because the delusion is healthier than the truth could ever be.”
Having had the pleasure to hear the song played live before its official release, I have nothing but positive things to say about both its studio and live versions. This year is definitely the year of The Ariston, and “Honey, I’d Lie To You” is just the beginning.
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