Album Review: I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy by Teddy Swims

Album: I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy 

Artist: Teddy Swims 

Label: Warner 

Grade: A+

Jaten Collin Dimsdale, commonly known as Teddy Swims, released his first studio album on Sept. 15 offering a combination of R&B, soul, country, and pop – blurring genre lines is something he is known for. I first discovered him on TikTok from his song “The Door” and have been hooked ever since because of his ‘feel good’ energy through saying unspoken words about love, moving on, and self-growth. 

Growing up listening to artists like Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and Al Green, Swims takes inspiration from these musicians which is reflected in his versatility and sound as an artist. “Some Things I’ll Never Know” is one of the more notable songs on the tracklist and is reminiscent of Rascal Flatts’ “Bless the Broken Road” with a modern husky tone. He has mentioned in past interviews that this is his favourite song of the album and I agree because it gives you comfort journeying through life with unanswered questions. 

The second track on his album, “Lose Control,” reached international acclaim peaking at number 49 on the Billboard Hot 100, and is his first song to be featured on the chart. Swims wraps up his 2023 North American tour at the end of the month in Tampa. 

-Noel Ormita