In the Reins
Calexico · 2005
27 min · 7 tracks · alternative country · indie folk · roots rock
A rich tapestry of Americana woven with haunting melodies and evocative storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting melodies for quiet evenings
- concise storytelling with emotional weight
- front-loaded energy for attentive listening
- rich tapestry of evocative imagery
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer standalone tracks over narrative
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In the Reins marked a significant collaboration for Calexico, as it was their first release after 2003's Feast of Wire. This album showcased the band's evolution in sound, blending their established desert rock influences with the lyrical contributions of Iron & Wine's Sam Beam. The partnership brought new depth to their music, expanding their audience and artistic reach.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Iron & Wine· Sufjan Stevens· The Decemberists
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 He Lays in the Reins 3:43
- 2 Prison on Route 41 4:10
- 3 A History of Lovers 3:09
- 4 Red Dust 3:31
- 5 Sixteen, Maybe Less 4:49
- 6 Burn That Broken Bed 5:06
- 7 Dead Man’s Will 3:13
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