Leaving Denton

On Friday evening February 20, 2009, I had the opportunity to enjoy a Dallas area band, Leaving Denton, perform to a young crowd of high school students at a retreat in Cedar Hill. The band definitely has some rockin’ songs, but the overall tone of the group is a soft rock style, utilizing melodic tones and harmonies.

Leaving Denton has been around for years, playing at various venues, and the members of the group all take the art of musicianship very seriously. Andrew Shane Autry, founder of Leaving Denton, is a talented drummer and also plays guitar with the group. As well, he performs some vocals. Allison Autry is a strong vocalist for the group, by far a shining star and is very pleasant to listen to. She pays attention to pitch and has great control of her vocal dynamics. The band’s guitar player is Dave Seaton. This guy can play. Hard riffs, rockin’ rhythms, and an overall mastery of the guitar make listening to him a delight. Daniel Allen is the bass guitar player and also is a vocalist. He does a great job of adding to the rhythm and is an experienced player. His versatility makes him a valuable asset to the group.


It’s obvious, since these musicians have all been in countless other bands over the years, that they have a heart for performing. The meld of talent here is worth listening to. Leaving Denton humbly describes them selves as ‘something your mom and dad might listen to…and that your dad would turn down the volume on…’ Fireflies and Starlight, one of their original songs, is creative and reminds listeners of lyrics from the late sixties infused with the sounds of early Coldplay. Fireflies and Starlight is available to listen to and is posted online.

If you have the opportunity to enjoy them, please do take advantage. They will not disappoint. For more information visit the band online by clicking here.