The Great Inbetween
Self-Released, 2020
8/10
A Texas native who now resides in Nashville, Graham Bramblett isn’t a name most of us will recognize, but after spending time with this exceptional EP, it’s one we won’t forget anytime soon.
“Tom T. Hall T-Shirt” starts the listen with a tambourine and acoustic guitar as Bramblett’s soaring, rugged pipes guide the folkish, Americana opener, and “Rain On The Roof” follows with timeless strumming amid a gorgeous setting as female vocals complement the eloquent landscape.
The back half of the EP, thankfully, follows a similar path with the upbeat and rhythmic “The One That I Want”, which even brings in a Spanish trumpet, while “What Do You Do” moves cautiously with keys alongside expressive singing. “You Can’t Dance” ends the listen with some country flavor as warm melodies surround the rural fun that parallels the best of the genre.
A listen where there’s no bass, drums or electric guitar, this stripped down effort illustrates Bramblett’s strong storytelling ability and impressive delivery, where help on steel guitar, Rhodes and backing vocals make this an exceptional 20 minutes of your time.
Travels well with: Sarah Morris- All Mine; G.F. Patrick- One Town Over