honestav and MGK’s “Crash First” Is the High-Energy Anthem We Needed

If you’ve been following the tour circuit lately, you’ve likely seen the buzz surrounding honestav (Avrey Freeman) and his time on the road with MGK. The chemistry built during the Lost Americana tour dates in Australia and New Zealand wasn’t just for show—it actually made it into the studio.

The result? Their new collaborative single, “Crash First” which dropped this week.

It’s the kind of track that feels like it was written in the back of a tour bus at 3 a.m.—honest, gritty, and intentionally messy in the best way possible.

More Than Just a Feature

Let’s be real: we’ve all heard those “forced” industry collaborations that feel stiff. “Crash First” is the polar opposite. There’s a genuine weight to this song, especially when you consider how the two connected over their personal lives. As MGK recently put it, “Our dead dads prolly high-fiving rn,” a line that cuts through the noise and sets the tone for the entire track.

This isn’t just another pop single; it’s two artists leaning into their own history to make something that actually feels like it matters.

The Sound: From Intimacy to Chaos

The production on this one is a bit of a rollercoaster, and I mean that in a good way.

• Starts Small: The song kicks off with a raw, acoustic foundation. It’s stripped back, letting honestav and MGK’s vocals do the heavy lifting before the tension really builds.

• The Payoff: Just as you think you’ve got a handle on the vibe, the track pivots. It leans into that signature pop-punk aggression—palm-muted riffs and a wall of sound that hits hard when it finally breaks open.

• The Vibe: It’s loud, it’s defiant, and it feels like a genuine exorcism of the themes they’ve been navigating both on and off the stage.

Looking Ahead: Sweet American Boy

“Crash First” is our first real look at what’s coming next for honestav. This single is essentially the bridge into his sophomore album, Sweet American Boy, due out on June 19, 2026.

If this single is any indication of the rest of the project, we’re looking at an album that isn’t afraid to get a little uncomfortable. If you haven’t checked out the music video yet, go watch it—it’s essentially a time capsule of their recent tour, and it captures that chaotic energy perfectly.