Will Edgar

Will Edgar is a talented 18-year-old singer-songwriter from Bolton, UK. He's been making waves in the music scene with his acoustic country and folk-inspired sound, drawing comparisons to legendary artists like Bob Dylan and Stephen Wilson Junior

Here are some highlights of his achievements and musical journey:
2026:
Will performed at ‘The Longroad festival’ in 2026 where he impressed a number of industry professionals and in was compared to Stephen Wilson Junior by Producer of the Country show on Radio 2.
Highlighted as the BBC radio 2 country show Horizon Artist wills debut track was okayed by Darius Rucker on the country show on BBC radio 2.
Will appeared at the YANA Festival, the Buckle and Boots festival at the end of May in Manchester and opened for Calum Scott at the AO arena.
Will has just recorded an 8 track album which is due to be released in the second half of 2026 with a 5 track EP also being prepared. His first single being released on 30/06/26
Will has spent time in Nashville, Tn working with artists and professionals in August 2026.
Music Style: His songs often focus on storytelling through lyrics with an imaginative use of perspective on life, blending folk, country, and pop elements. Will's music is described as emotive, catchy, and impactful, resonating with audiences of all ages.

Musical Background: Will started playing music at a young age, learning to play various instruments to good standards like violin, drums, piano, guitar, and harmonica. He cites artists like Ed Sheeran, Lewis Capaldi, Tyler Childers, Zach Bryan and Damien Rice as influences on his music.
Major achievement:
The Voice Kids: Will gained national recognition after becoming a finalist on ITV's The Voice Kids in 2023, where he was part of Team Danny (from McFly) where he was likened to the voice of Richard Ashcroft.
Live Performances: He's performs at numerous venues across the UK, including the Club Academy, The Invisible Wind Factory, and The Empire Theatre. Will has also played at festivals like Reading and Leeds, made in Manchester, Darwen Live and has even performed for King Charles III and Queen Camilla
Awards and Recognition: Pete Waterman, a music industry legend, has praised Will as the "next Bob Dylan". He's also received accolades from other notable figures in the music industry. His songwriting was noted as amazing by songwriter Kamille.