Butter & Honey is one of the Kansas City metro’s favorite acoustic duos, bringing a rich, full-band energy to local stages. Featuring Jake Reese (guitar/vocals) and Ireland  (vocals), the duo blends incredible musicianship with a massive repertoire of crowd-pleasing covers.

Jake is a powerhouse guitarist who masterfully utilizes live looping to craft a wall of sound you’d normally expect from a much larger ensemble—all topped off with striking, soulful vocals that demand attention. Complementing him perfectly is Ireland, a multi-talented artist whose deep, velvety contralto voice and perfectly timed percussion give the duo their signature warmth and groove.

Want to dial up the energy? Meet Butter & Honey The Band. When the occasion calls for a full-throttle performance, Jake and Ireland team up with veterans David “Top Cat” Williamson and Dave Paulson. "Top Cat" brings decades of rhythm guitar expertise, crisp backing vocals, and occasional keys to the mix, while Dave Paulson locks down the groove, holding up the bottom end with deep, rich bass lines and additional vocal harmonies.

From intimate wineries to packed local favorites, you can find Butter & Honey bringing the party to venues all over the KC metro, including Llywelyn's Pub, Mae’s, Murphy’s Corner, The Landing, Ironhorse, The Black Rabbit, O’Dowd’s, and The Levee.