If I Don’t Try
Self-Released, 2020
8/10
The Nashville resident Wyatt Edmondson returns with a 3rd EP of his Americana and roots rock song craft, where the youngster sounds wise beyond his years on a mature listen that’s intimate, eloquent and easily relatable.
The quick listen opens with the title track, where Edmondson’s agile and soothing vocals guiding the glowing Americana melodies, and “Amber” follows with strong acoustic prowess that flows with a timeless quality as folk ideas are recruited, too.
The back half of the listen offers the intricate guitar work of the EP highlight, “You Said It, I Meant It”, where Edmondson’s vocals shine bright, and “Lovers Lake” exits the listen with harmonicas amid a more rugged approach to his rootsy rock formula.
Edmondson is largely inspired by legends like Bob Marley and Dave Matthews, and he takes a similar approach to his own art with vivid storytelling and a precise delivery that hardly seems like it could emanate from someone who is just 25 years old. Keep an eye on this guy- he’s got a glowing career ahead of him.
Travels well with: Brian Johannesen- Holster Your Silver; David Newbould- Sin & Redemption