There’s something legendary and nostalgic in Early Edison’s latest effort. ‘Temptation Number Ten’ echoes the wholesome and relatable rock stylings of the likes of The Kinks and Tom Petty, but it also doesn’t refrain from sounding more modern, with a charming synth line that could have been taken straight out of a No Doubt’s records. It is this blend between vintage and contemporary that makes Edison such a witty and charming artistic outfit – and we wouldn’t have any other way.
The brainchild of singer-songwriter Tom Ashton, here joined by Tom Wendling, Early Edison pays homage to the great heroes of power pop and rock’n’roll, doing so with a unique creative flair. The duo’s chemistry works incredibly well, as extensively showcased in ‘Temptation Number Ten’. Vocals are warm, sleazy and relatable, with a playful and uplifting arrangement around them.
Lyrically, ‘Temptation Number Ten’ tells a tale of seduction, cleverly weaving imagery from the story of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden. The record conveys the idea that the object of desire reciprocates their feelings but needs a gentle push to break free from their current relationship. Ashton will later realize how the song is an unconscious retelling of his own love story, the first encounter with his future wife.
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