“All My Life” by Richard Tyler Epperson is a powerfully moving journey into memory, legacy, and the bittersweet beauty of loss. Anchored by an anthemic rock backbone, the song strikes deep in reflection of Richard’s own artistry and as a tribute to his late father. “All My Life” is an emotional bridge that connects past and present, capturing a father-son connection which transcends the conventional.
The story of “All My Life” begins with an old cassette tape-one of those subconscious relics from Richard’s childhood, carrying a haunting acoustic demo recorded by his father, Richard ‘Rick’ Craig Epperson. Upon the passing of his father recently, Richard unearthed this audio recording, and what could have easily been one of those nostalgic listens turned into more of a deep-seated calling. Determined to keep his father’s memory alive, Epperson revived the track with his own lyrics and a modern rock sound and combined them with his father’s raw, original vocals. The result is a somewhat powerful merging of Richard’s contemporary style and that of his father’s musical imprint-truly a testament to family and artistry intertwined.
Lyrically, “All My Life” comes off as a candid letter to one and all who have ever looked back on life and wondered what could’ve been, should’ve been, or wasn’t meant to be. Epperson conveys this through preliminary lines that ring all too true: “I couldn’t escape, I was in too deep / I feel the doubt inside of me.” These are not just words but an investigation in song about universal themes like doubt, purpose, and resilience. But then the song gets really different in its close when we hear Richard’s father’s voice: “Life’s a gamble, take what you get, never knowing the future.” That is when he lets his father’s voice conclude the song-a hauntingly beautiful touch that will most definitely provide chills.
“All My Life” marks a moment in time for any one of us who has had to engage with the frustration of loss. Richard’s soulful delivery, combined with the weight of his father’s final line, provides almost unbelievable closure, inviting listeners into reflecting on their own journey and loved ones they may have lost. This is one of those tracks that doesn’t just play through the speakers but seems to seep in through the listener’s soul and stays there long after the last note fades.
This single is off of his upcoming album Fragmented Night, which is in process and perhaps may be his most personal and vulnerable work to date. With poetically evocative lyrics, a depth of emotion, and undeniably catchy melodies, Epperson has managed to find his place among the indie music scene for his honest, insightful voice. The. Having created music for a decade and having critical releases such as Falling Between The Stars and A Wandering Mind, Epperson continues to be that artist who is committed to describing all angles of life.
“All My Life” is a bold emotional set that brings Richard Tyler Epperson at his most honest, revealing his artistry and connectivity with family, love, and loss in general. Amongst the echoing hits that move so fast through the music world, Epperson’s work has been a meaningful reminder of the power of music: healing, connecting, and transcending. This tune, indeed, will be engraved in your heart, whether you are an avid listener or a fresher.
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Karen Harding is a Melbourne, Australia based singer/songwriter, founder of Sounds On The Couch, and founder and operator of boutique music PR service for emerging and independent artists, Rise Indie.