Calder Allen, the talented fifth-generation Texan and rising star in the music industry, is set to captivate audiences once again with the release of his latest album, Dreamers, Drifters, and Hiders, on May 3, 2024. Born into a family with a rich musical heritage, Calder carries the legacy of his grandfather, the renowned country musician Terry Allen. Making his mark since debuting with The Game in 2022, Calder has quickly ascended the ranks of the music world, amassing over a million streams across various platforms.
Renowned for his exceptional songwriting skills, Calder Allen is hailed as one of the most promising talents in the genre. Calder’s approach to songwriting is thoughtful and deliberate. He aims to infuse his music with honesty, purity, and a reflection of his personal beliefs and experiences. “I just want to create with intent,” Calder states. “I want my songs to be pure, honest, and representative of who I am, what I believe, and what I envision for the world.”
Photo Credit: John Dougherty
Dreamers, Drifters and Hiders
Highlights
The debut single Floating Shoes from Calder Allen’s album serves as a befitting introduction to the album’s overall theme, marked by its lyrically and musically dark and enigmatic nature. The track opens with the synthetic beats of an electronic drum and the haunting echoes of a background fiddle, reminiscent of a distant, forlorn siren. The more I listened, the more I realized the song’s ambiguity might be its core point. Calder Allen explains that the essence of Floating Shoes is defined by its chorus: “Don’t go looking for no explanation, it will leave you wandering down an aisle of temptation.” He suggests that dwelling too deeply on the past can sometimes only serve to bring negative influences into the present.
Just Pray, another standout track, relies on a man’s heavy introspection, about personal life, or reflecting on the state of the world at large. It poses the notion that when answers are elusive and actions seem futile, the only answer is to “Just Pray.” The song toes a beautiful melancholic line, enriched by rolling guitar riffs and the sweetness of harmonized background vocals.
More Standout Tracks
Tracklist
- Conservationist
- Floating Shoes
- No Rush To Fly
- Just Pray
- High Rollers
- Dreamers and Drifters
- Ripple Through
- Give Me A Memory
- Skipping Stones
- Leave It All Behind
- Burned Bridge
Final Thoughts
Calder Allen colors outside of the lines with Dreamers, Drifters and Hiders.
Dreamers, Drifters, and Hiders is where country music shakes hands with the dreamlike and the unexpected. In this album, Calder Allen isn’t just playing music; he’s telling us his story, letting us peak into his mind. And what a story it is – you can’t help but lean in closer, wanting to catch every word. With lyrics that hit you right in the feels, musicianship that’s nothing short of precision and artistry, and arrangements that keep you on your toes, this album is a journey with something for everyone.
Album Release: May 3, 2024
Favorite Tracks: Floating Shoes, Skipping Stones
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