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Honeymoon Suite
About Honeymoon Suite
Honeymoon Suite burst onto the Canadian rock scene in the early 1980s, formed in Niagara Falls, Ontario, and quickly became one of the era's most beloved arena-rock outfits. With hook-laden melodies, tight rhythm guitar, and a powerful vocal delivery, they helped shape the sound of Canadian rock during the mid-80s and beyond. Their breakout single New Girl Now became a traffic-stopping hit on radio and video channels, propelling their debut into high rotation and earning the band international attention.
The band built a string of successful albums and toured extensively, becoming a staple of Canadian radio and live stages across North America. Their music merged radio-ready hooks with crunchy guitar tones and solid rock dynamics, influencing a generation of guitarists who chased bright choruses and memorable riffs.
Even as the lineup shifted and the music landscape evolved, Honeymoon Suite remained a touchstone for fans of classic rock, maintaining a revered place in 80s rock history and continuing to inspire players who love big melodies and strong rhythms.
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New Girl Now
Honeymoon Suite
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Think of a guitar-driven blend of arena-ready rock with bright hooks, soaring choruses, and crunchy riffs. Honeymoon Suite's playing style centers on power chords, tight palm-muted rhythms, and melodic lead lines that sit on top of punchy bass and drums. Expect dynamic shifts from clean pop-intros to heavier chorus sections, with harmony guitar parts and tasteful use of octave riffs that give their songs a signature uplift.
🎸 Gear & Equipment
Iconic gear associated with Honeymoon Suite's era includes solid-body guitars like Gibson Les Paul–style and Fender Stratocaster–style models, Marshall- or similar headamps, and effects such as chorus and delay that give their choruses that wide, arena-ready sound.
Why Learn Honeymoon Suite Songs?
Learning Honeymoon Suite songs helps players develop solid rhythm technique, memorable riff-writing, and the ability to lock in with a driving drum section. The melodies are catchy but the arrangements reward accurate timing and chord changes, making them ideal for mid-level players building confidence with power chords, palm muting, and tasteful lead work in a rock context.
Did You Know?
- 1New Girl Now remains one of Canada's enduring 80s rock anthems.
- 2Honeymoon Suite helped define the Canadian rock sound of the mid-80s and influenced a generation of guitarists.
- 3The band built a reputation for high-energy live performances and memorable hooks.
- 4They continue to connect with fans through tours and nostalgic festival appearances.
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