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Ohio-born singer-songwriter Darrin Hacquard<\/strong> brings his wit and storytelling to life in the new music video for \u201cDrunken Philosopher.\u201d The track is a confessional piece from his upcoming album Weights and Measures, <\/em>out October 17 via Like You Mean It Records.<\/em><\/p>\n The song explores his past relationship with drinking, described by Hacquard as going \u201cface-to-face with my past drinking problem. That\u2019s a little bit of an apology to myself and to others that I\u2019ve done wrong, but also a bit of a screw you.\u201d The visuals of the video reflect his honesty through their handmade style.<\/p>\n There is no overcomplicated or polished production in the\u00a0\u201cDrunken Philosopher\u201d\u00a0video, consisting of drawings and handwritten scribbles that feel like pages from a personal journal, mirroring the journey of Hacquard\u2019s struggles with alcohol. It captures the real humour and vulnerability of the lyrics in the song, reminding us of Hacquard\u2019s reputation as a remarkable storyteller.<\/p>\n Artist Glen Smakula, who created the video, took inspiration by making a connection between \u201cDrunken Philosopher\u201d and the Allegory of Plato\u2019s cave:<\/em>\u00a0\u201cLeaving the cave, in this case by distancing himself from alcohol, reveals just how distorted and insular perceptions are on the inside, yet he retains a fondness for the characters he knows from his barfly days,\u201d<\/p>\n Hacquard shares, <\/em>\u201cI know a host of characters who fit this archetype \u2014 the drunken sage \u2014 but this song is an ode to one friend in particular who lived a thousand lives\u2026 The song is also vaguely autobiographical, and commemorates the individual who recognizes their flaws but stands \u2014 or wobbles \u2014 fully atoned on the path of self-actualization.\u201d<\/p>\n \u201c\u2019Weights and Measures\u2019 sort of alludes to the struggles I\u2019ve had over the last ten years, about calculated measures of growth,\u201d \u2026 \u201cWith these songs, I decided I had said my piece about mental illness\u2026 I made an effort to write songs that were positive.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Weights and Measures,<\/em> produced by longtime collaborator Severn Edmondson with guitar contributions from Don Rogers, brings together Hacquard\u2019s wide range of influences, from Jimmy Buffett to Guided By Voices. The 13-track collection marks a new chapter for Hacquard, whose songwriting was once featured in a Sundance-premiering film and whose debut album Signs and Wonders<\/em>\u00a0blended psychedelic rock with old-time fiddle.<\/p>\n Throughout his career, Hacquard has built a reputation as a beloved figure in the Appalachian music scene, known in songwriting circles and admired by fellow musicians.<\/p>\n With the release of the music video for\u00a0\u201cDrunken Philosopher\u201d\u00a0and\u00a0Weights and<\/em> Measures<\/em> on the horizon, Hacquard continues to use his talent for songwriting, storytelling, humour, and reflection \u2014 and he invites you to join him.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.melodicmag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/12r1vrKW-500x500.jpeg\")
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