For Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown, the best way to cope with a world plunged into turmoil was to create new songs. Easier said than done in lockdown, but the Nashville-based band rose to the challenge. ‘Pressure’, their fourth studio album, features 13 tracks, including a re-recorded version of ‘Crazy Days’, as well as guest appearances from Lovell (three tracks) and Charlie Starr of Blackberry Smoke (‘Holdin’ My breath’). ‘Crazy Days’ was the first song to be written and recorded, a howl at the moon - catchy, optimistic and right on trend. It had to be shared with as many people as possible, and it wasn’t long before the quarantine-shot video created a buzz online. With a house full of gear for recording and playing, as well as the presence of producer Roger Alan Nichols, the prospect of a 4-track EP began to take shape. And why not 6 tracks? Like all bands, the Shakedown’s live schedule was put on hold, giving them the chance to write 30 to 40 new songs and ultimately make an album.