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Dallas Burrow Announces Modern Day Vagabond Album, Features Legendary Collaborators
Dallas Burrow, the Texas‑born singer‑songwriter known for his deep baritone and storytelling style, has unveiled his upcoming album Modern Day Vagabond. The 14‑track record will hit the shelves on September 25 through independent label Forty Below Records. Production was led by Red Dirt veteran Mike McClure, with Grammy‑winning engineer Adam Odor polishing the sessions at Yellow Dog Studios in Texas.
Burrow’s career has long intertwined personal songwriting with a commitment to community. He founded the Red Bird Listening Room in New Braunfels, a venue that hosts songwriter nights where performers play without talking, allowing the music to take center stage. The space has become a hub for local talent and a platform for Burrow’s own compositions.
The album’s lineup reads like a who’s‑who of Texas and Americana. Guest vocalists include Susan Gibson, Kelly Willis, Kelley Mickwee, and Will Sexton. Instrumental contributions come from Lloyd Maines on pedal steel, Donny Silverman on flute, and guitarists such as Mark Tokach and Larry Chaney. The final track, a cover of Townes Van Zandt’s “Rake,” features Silverman on flute and a spoken word section by Burrow’s father, whom Burrow says is a blood brother to Van Zandt.
Track list: 1. Modern Day Vagabond (feat. Susan Gibson) 2. Let It Shine (feat. Kelly Willis) 3. Miracle (feat. Kelley Mickwee & Will Sexton) 4. No Problem 5. Full Circle 6. Walking Side by Side (feat. Kelly Willis) 7. Oldest Secret (feat. Katie Shore) 8. Time Is Now 9. Memories 10. Underdog 11. Whole Different Angle (feat. Mike McClure) 12. Old Time Revival 13. All I Want Is You (feat. Kelley Mickwee) 14. Rake
Burrow has already released the single “Underdog,” a self‑referential track in which he compares his outsider status to the character Dally from The Outsiders. He notes that this perspective fuels his creative voice.
To celebrate the album’s release, Burrow will perform at Gruene Hall on September 4 with the West Texas Exiles. The choice of venue is significant: Burrow was previously banned from Gruene Hall twice in his early career, making this performance a symbolic return.
Forty Below Records, founded by producer Eric Corne, has a catalog that includes John Mayall and Jaime Wyatt. The partnership with Burrow expands the label’s Americana focus while honoring his Texas roots.
The production team underscores the project’s quality. McClure’s long‑time presence in the Red Dirt scene and his work with The Great Divide and other Texas acts bring seasoned expertise. Odor, known for engineering on Grammy‑winning projects, adds a polished finish to the recordings.
Burrow’s discography already includes Southern Wind (2019) and Blood Brothers (2023). His recent work has been praised for its raw, in‑the‑moment sound and authenticity.
Modern Day Vagabond is currently available for pre‑save and pre‑order on major streaming platforms. The release is expected to broaden Burrow’s audience and solidify his standing in Central Texas music.
In sum, Dallas Burrow’s forthcoming album unites respected collaborators, a seasoned production crew, and a venue that mirrors his personal journey. With a release date set for September 25 and a celebratory show at Gruene Hall on September 4, the project is positioned to make a notable impact in the Americana and Texas music scenes.
Burrow’s career has long intertwined personal songwriting with a commitment to community. He founded the Red Bird Listening Room in New Braunfels, a venue that hosts songwriter nights where performers play without talking, allowing the music to take center stage. The space has become a hub for local talent and a platform for Burrow’s own compositions.
The album’s lineup reads like a who’s‑who of Texas and Americana. Guest vocalists include Susan Gibson, Kelly Willis, Kelley Mickwee, and Will Sexton. Instrumental contributions come from Lloyd Maines on pedal steel, Donny Silverman on flute, and guitarists such as Mark Tokach and Larry Chaney. The final track, a cover of Townes Van Zandt’s “Rake,” features Silverman on flute and a spoken word section by Burrow’s father, whom Burrow says is a blood brother to Van Zandt.
Track list: 1. Modern Day Vagabond (feat. Susan Gibson) 2. Let It Shine (feat. Kelly Willis) 3. Miracle (feat. Kelley Mickwee & Will Sexton) 4. No Problem 5. Full Circle 6. Walking Side by Side (feat. Kelly Willis) 7. Oldest Secret (feat. Katie Shore) 8. Time Is Now 9. Memories 10. Underdog 11. Whole Different Angle (feat. Mike McClure) 12. Old Time Revival 13. All I Want Is You (feat. Kelley Mickwee) 14. Rake
Burrow has already released the single “Underdog,” a self‑referential track in which he compares his outsider status to the character Dally from The Outsiders. He notes that this perspective fuels his creative voice.
To celebrate the album’s release, Burrow will perform at Gruene Hall on September 4 with the West Texas Exiles. The choice of venue is significant: Burrow was previously banned from Gruene Hall twice in his early career, making this performance a symbolic return.
Forty Below Records, founded by producer Eric Corne, has a catalog that includes John Mayall and Jaime Wyatt. The partnership with Burrow expands the label’s Americana focus while honoring his Texas roots.
The production team underscores the project’s quality. McClure’s long‑time presence in the Red Dirt scene and his work with The Great Divide and other Texas acts bring seasoned expertise. Odor, known for engineering on Grammy‑winning projects, adds a polished finish to the recordings.
Burrow’s discography already includes Southern Wind (2019) and Blood Brothers (2023). His recent work has been praised for its raw, in‑the‑moment sound and authenticity.
Modern Day Vagabond is currently available for pre‑save and pre‑order on major streaming platforms. The release is expected to broaden Burrow’s audience and solidify his standing in Central Texas music.
In sum, Dallas Burrow’s forthcoming album unites respected collaborators, a seasoned production crew, and a venue that mirrors his personal journey. With a release date set for September 25 and a celebratory show at Gruene Hall on September 4, the project is positioned to make a notable impact in the Americana and Texas music scenes.