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The Honeycutters, an Americana band based in Asheville, North Carolina, was founded in 2007 by Amanda Anne Platt and former guitarist Peter James. The group initially performed under the name The Bee's Knees before adopting their current moniker from a local tow truck company. Their debut album, Irene, was released in May 2009. The Honeycutters gained recognition through extensive touring across North America and Europe, performing at notable festivals such as the Vancouver Folk Music Festival and MerleFest. In 2016, they were featured on NPR's World Cafe: Sense of Place Asheville. The band released several albums, including Me Oh My in April 2015, and On the Ropes in May 2016. Their music has been well-received, with positive reviews from outlets like No Depression and The Daily Times.