Ty Myers’ Heavy on the Soul: A Fusion of Country, Soul, Blues, and Timeless Storytelling

Review by Lauren Page | LiveWithLP

Ty Myers album Heavy on the Soul is out now

When Ty Myers revealed that his sophomore album, Heavy on the Soul, would lean heavily into soul and blues, I was curious how that would blend with his country roots. The result is nothing short of a piece of art. This 17-track record doesn’t just explore genres - it fuses them seamlessly, creating a sound that is uniquely Myers’ own.

Recorded at the iconic Fame Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, the album carries the weight of a legendary history. Fame Studios is the birthplace of classics like Aretha Franklin's I Never Loved a Man, Wilson Pickett’s The Exciting Wilson Pickett, and Etta James' Tell Mama. It’s a space steeped in Motown and soul magic, and that energy clearly runs through every note of Heavy on the Soul. It's a wholesome realisation listening to the album, that it was produced in a room which has seen so much history, lending the album a timeless authenticity.

What’s remarkable is that Ty is only 18 years old. Listening to his vocals and the storytelling woven throughout the album, it’s almost hard to believe someone so young can convey such depth and emotion. There’s a maturity here that feels decades beyond his years. Across the album, you’re reminded that Myers was born to make this music - he inhabits every note, every lyric, with effortless skill.

Morning Comes sets the tone with a slow, blues-drenched introduction. The song tells a story of fleeting romance; it’s a story told time and time again, but this avenue feels different and is an incredible start to the album. Following this, tracks like Me Neither Don’t You Know and Game Called Love bring a vibrant, upbeat energy that feels built for live performance. It’s easy to imagine these tracks lighting up stages as Myers opens for Luke Combs in Europe this summer, drawing cheers with their catchy hooks and uplifting rhythms. We’re only a handful of songs in, and plenty have been added to my playlists already.

The slower cuts are where Myers’ talent truly shines. Message to You, Leaving Carolina, and Woman reveal a voice carrying heartbreak and longing that feels lived-in. There’s precision in his phrasing, a natural command of dynamics, and an emotional range that gives these tracks the weight of classic soul ballads.

Soul and blues run deep throughout the tracks. Run, Run, Run and Two Trains, featuring Marcus King, lean fully into the Muscle Shoals sound, blending brass-led arrangements and textured instrumentation to create music that feels both nostalgic and fresh. 

One song in particular, which did stand out for me on this album, was Through a Screen. Known for storytelling, Ty made no exceptions with this track. In this day and age, it's not unusual to hear of people conducting relationships over the internet, but have we ever heard it fused into lyrics with the most beautiful melodies? I think not. This is an absolute standout track on the album - once again proving Ty Myers incredible art of storytelling.

Toward the end, Gone Too Long and Bad Guy introduce funk and jazz-tinged flourishes before the closing track, Good Morning Paris, sweeps listeners away with strings, layered harmonies, and a confident finale. Every element comes together to create an album that is diverse yet cohesive, ambitious yet effortless.

Whether you’ve followed Ty Myers from the beginning or are discovering him now, Heavy on the Soul is essential listening. It’s a testament to his talent, vision, and maturity as an artist. At just 18, the ceiling for Myers is staggeringly high, and this album proves that he is unquestionably one to watch.

Read our chat with Ty Myers at C2C Glasgow here

Heavy on the Soul by Ty Myers is out now