🎵 Calum Hood – ORDER chaos ORDER (Debut Solo Album Review)

Calum Hood's solo debut dives into personal chaos and growth - an emotional rollercoaster that hits hard.

Calum Hood - Album Review 🎧

Calum Hood—the bassist of 5 Seconds of Summer—is stepping into the spotlight with his debut solo album ORDER chaos ORDER, released June 13, 2025.

A Solo Voice Emerging

After bandmates Luke Hemmings, Ashton Irwin, and Michael Clifford all explored solo territory, Calum takes his turn. What’s surprising is how deeply personal and stylistically separate this is from his 5SOS identity. He dives into introspection from the first notes of “Don’t Forget You Love Me,” layering upbeat synths with heartfelt, desperate lyrics that show he’s not afraid to hold a mirror to his insecurities .

Sound & Style

Rooted in indie‑pop with alt‑rock and dream‑pop textures, Hood has crafted a soundscape reminiscent of Phoenix, M83, and Interpol, yet entirely his own.

Highlights include:

• “Sunsetter”: (My personal favorite). A swirling blend of shoegaze and pop that showcases his melodic range.

• “All My Affection” & “Three Of Swords”: Intimate, slowly unfolding tracks heavy on emotional crescendos and atmospheric tension

Lyrical Honesty

Themes of regret, self-pity, and personal growth run deep. “Call Me When You Know Better” features overlapping vocal layers to mimic the push-and-pull of introspection, while fan-favorite tracks like “Dark Circles” explore emotional exhaustion.

Hood is balancing emotions—order and chaos—with a vulnerability he couldn’t tap into during his band days.

In Summary

Verdict: 4/5 His debut is a compelling introductory statement—polished yet emotionally raw, familiar yet fresh. 

For fans of The Maine, EKKSTACY, or Luke Hemmings’ solo work, this album shows Calum isn’t just along for the ride—he’s steering it.