Album Review: ‘Feel it All’ by Ryan Harris

Canadian filmmaker and musician, Ryan Harris, released his newest EP Feel it All in late November of this year. Making music out of his home studio in Whistler, British Columbia, his newest EP is the perfect backdrop for a cozy winter day. So far, Harris’ career has seen the success of opening for the Canadian folk duo Ocie Elliott in 2023, and has celebrated two sold out shows across Europe and Canada in 2025. This deeply meaningful EP is his latest indie project, and it was incredible!

The EP starts very strong with its title track. “Feel it All” is a nostalgic trip through the past paired with a real appreciation for the present. The beginning of the song is a thoughtful reflection of being young and confused, and the wisdom that is naturally acquired as we get older. The lyrics soar with the realization that everything you want is already yours. They feel like a reminder not to fixate so much on the future, and rather embrace the uncertainty. The song is warm in its reflections, and offers reassurance that everything works out regardless of the temporary struggle. And the bridge of this song is magnificent. Harris’ voice echoes powerfully over layered guitars, bringing the song to a close with “wanna feel it all now, wanna feel it all.” It captures a full range of emotions. 

The track describes the realization that to fully understand the journey of life, it’s necessary to feel all the emotions that accompany it. 

“All I Am” caught my attention with the fascinating use of a tone switch just before the chorus. The base kicks in heavily, emphasizing a sense of confusion when it comes to the singer’s sense of self. The lyrics of the last verse describe the feeling of being “never so loved, but never so lost.” They describe this tension between having accomplished so much, and yet still feeling as if there is something lacking. The entire song feels like the search for that missing piece. It works wonderfully to evoke a sense of longing.

“Show Me Something” opens with that unmistakable harmonica that is heard throughout the entire EP. The song makes a beautiful homage to nature, including depictions of “open waters” and “summer rain.” This imagery is paired with the singer’s devotion and love, and how it will never be taken away. The breathtaking landscape of B.C., the production site of Harris’ music, seems to be prominent in this track in particular. 

Throughout the entire EP, Harris’ serene and tender voice is the guiding force that weaves each track together. The lyrics tell a story of reflecting on the past, looking to the future, and discovering meaning in the present. The pensive tone is more pronounced as the EP goes on. 

“Hanging On” notably weighs in heavier with its melancholic quality. And Harris’ voice is quite evocative as he sings some of the more woeful lyrics in this collection. This acoustic ballad is relatable in its reminiscence of the past, and a realization that the present is far different from how things used to be. 

The closing track, “Think I’ll Stay”, demonstrates a bit of a tone shift from the other tracks. The song brings a strong folk energy to the EP, with a powerful drum beat and the buzzing riff of an electric guitar, adding a unique sound that sets it apart. The bridge is highlighted by the unifying message of the song and the entire EP. Inevitably, time will pass and things will change, so who do we choose to be in the end? This search for self growth and personal identification jumps from track to track. It encompasses the feeling of the entire EP. While “Feel it All” and “Show Me Something” have an awestruck perspective of life and the world, “All I Am,” “Hanging On,” and “Think I’ll Stay” narrow in further on a sense of longing and reflection. 

The entire EP has beautiful depictions of nature, gentle guitar instrumentals, and comforting harmonica solos. It awakens the feeling of being around a bonfire, surrounded by loved ones you couldn’t imagine your life without. Listeners can certainly relate to the lyrics’ nostalgia for the present and uncertainty for the future. But also, nested within them is a deep appreciation for the natural world and all the incredible experiences life has to offer.