Truth and Lies
Tyler Bryant & the Shakedown · 2019
44 min · 13 tracks · blues rock
Bluesy rock riffs intertwine with gritty lyrics, embodying a raw and energetic spirit that captivates from start to finish.
Top tracks — play these first
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Shock & Awe — This opening track showcases the band's energetic style with driving guitar riffs and an anthemic chorus, setting the tone for the entire album.
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Panic Button — With its catchy hook and relatable themes of anxiety, this song stands out for its lyrical depth amidst infectious rhythms.
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Drive Me Mad — This track features a compelling blend of soulful vocals and bluesy instrumentation, illustrating the band's signature sound while highlighting emotional vulnerability.
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Without You — A poignant ballad that explores themes of loss and longing, showcasing the band's softer side and lyrical prowess.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and musicianship, balancing energetic tracks with reflective moments.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with driving guitar riffs, while the second half shifts to more introspective themes and slower tempos.
- Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, enhancing the dynamic between the lead vocals and backing harmonies.
- The album closes with a track that gradually fades out, leaving an unresolved feeling that invites reflection.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- high-energy tracks for road trips
- short bursts of gritty anthems
- raw emotion with infectious riffs
- for late-night drives
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- seek lengthy, immersive compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on June 28, 2019, 'Truth and Lies' is Tyler Bryant & the Shakedown's third studio album. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their sound following the success of their previous album 'Gathering Dust', which had garnered attention for its blend of blues rock and modern influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Greta Van Fleet· Rival Sons· The Black Keys
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shock & Awe 3:12
- 2 On To The Next 2:58
- 3 Ride 3:26
- 4 Shape I’m In 3:21
- 5 Eye To Eye 3:29
- 6 Panic Button 2:59
- 7 Judgement Day 3:10
- 8 Drive Me Mad 2:44
- 9 Without You 3:31
- 10 Trouble 2:50
- 11 Out There 4:52
- 12 Cry Wolf 3:27
- 13 Couldn’t See The Fire 4:42
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