About Us
Wild Honey is a dynamic and vibrant band from Williamsport. The band was formed in 2024 by the talented duo of Rock Anello and Nicole Miele. They released their first original song, "Just Thinking of You," in December 2023, captivating audiences with their infectious melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Wild Honey has expanded has now welcomed bassist, Phil DePasqua, and violinist and fiddler, Beth England.​
Wild Honey's music combines various genres, showcasing their versatility and creativity. Keep an eye on this exciting duo as they make waves in the music scene with their unique sound.
Meet the Band
GUITARIST AND SINGER
Frank "Rock" Anello
Frank 'Rock' Anello, a Williamsport native, has been a part of the music scene since 1959, when he started playing drums. He began playing in bands in 1965, with The Jesters being the most well-known.
His musical journey took him all over the country, playing with bands like The Spiral Staircase, The Road Band, and Duke Tomato. Rock's influence extends beyond drumming.​
Rock began singing with Nicole in 2008, and the duo still jams out today. He also plays with The Flipside Band.
BASSIST
Phil DePasqua
Phil began playing bass after age 60, despite a lifelong love of music and supporting local live bands. He started at open mics and occasionally played with The Flipside Band and Pepper Street. Phil joined Uptown Music Collective’s Adult Music program, playing with Liquid Courage. For three years, he played in Dayspring, the praise band at St. John’s/Newberry Church. After recovering from elbow surgery, Phil became a guest bass player at Pine Street United Methodist Church. He’s grateful for the support of his wife Dawn and his faith throughout his musical journey.
SINGER
Nicole Miele
Nicole Miele's passion is music and has been singing for most of her life. She loves singing with bands and an occasional romp in the Community Theater. Nicole began singing with Rock around 2008 when she sang a few songs with the Flipside Band.
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Nicole shares her passion for music as the President of Angelina's Song, a nonprofit that supports music therapy programming in children's hospitals nationwide.​ She is a Williamsport native and lives there with her husband and children.
FIDDLER AND VIOLINIST
Beth England
Beth England is a passionate fine artist and musician who enjoys plein air painting when not working full-time as a graphic designer.
She began playing violin at age 7 and has performed in various bands spanning orchestra, rock, country, and bluegrass genres.
In her free time, Beth plays fiddle and mandolin in four local bands: SHOOfly, JJ Gair, Da Country Outlaws, and Wild Honey.