Great Music!
by Mike on 1/30/23Tally Ho Theater - LeesburgThe Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown are a fantastic band. A pure rock n roll show.
Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown In Concert
It's safe to say Tyler Bryant's music transcends eras and styles. Although the Texas native and his band, The Shakedown, fit into the modern hard rock scene (credit for that goes to buzzsawing riffs and gigantic melodic hooks), he feels like a throwback to an earlier time when guitars were king. The group's music nods to heavy classic rock with a faint hint of twang, while Bryant's solos combine Slash's aggression with the blues-based fluidity of Jack White and Gary Clark, Jr. classic rock.
Bryant also defies vocal categorization. At times, his gritty tones nod to the late Scott Weiland, while other moments find him affecting the somber timbre of a country-blues warbler. Naturally, his 2017 full-length, Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown, bares its teeth thanks to nuanced production, which allows the band's diverse influences to shine through.
Bryant came to his unique sound gradually. He was initially steered toward music in first grade after discovering Elvis Presley. When he was 11, Bryant met a blues guitarist named Roosevelt Twitty, who changed the course of his life by inspiring him to create music and follow his muse. Later, seeing The Black Crowes made Bryant finally start a band.
His diligence (and historical grounding) has paid off handsomely. In 2013, Bryant toured with guitar legend Jeff Beck, who often tapped him to jam during the encore. Recent years saw Bryant's band opening for Clutch and Blackberry Smoke, as well as earning slots at the Download Festival, Welcome to Rockville, Fort Rock, and Rock on the Range.
Live, Bryant exudes guitar-hero vibes as he shreds out solos and wails at the microphone — energy matched by his bandmates, who amplify the power generated by the frontman. Highly anticipated new music from the troupe will no doubt expand their influence to even more eager fans.
The Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown are a fantastic band. A pure rock n roll show.
Tyler is the most talented, humble musician I have ever met. He leaves it all on the stage every night. This venue has an incredible light show and sound system. I love to feel the kick drum in my core!!
Tyler Bryant and the Shakedown put on an outstanding high energy show while keeping it fun and entertaining: as well. Look forward to seeing them again and again.
Great music at a great location. Delivered as expected on both counts. Will return.
I knew the show was going to be great, and I have been wanting to see the band for a while. Tyler is a brilliant guitar player and singer, and the band is tight and loose at the same time. Perfect rock band, best around these days, along with Larkin Poe.
Fom the hard rockin' opener "Off The Rails" to the encore closer "Shackles" Tyler Bryant & the Shakedown bring you on a Rock 'N' Blues journey that will make you a forever fan. Tyler's smile will win you over & his nonstop energy is unlike anything you have seen b4., Graham Whitford's technical ability adds to the Shakedown's tight powerhouse sound, Ryan Fitzgerald is " the newish guy" on bass & fits right in. Caleb Crosby who is an animal on drums & puts on a show worth seeing by himself. This is a must see band who just gets better & better with time.
This band is knows how to put on a good rock show!! It was great to see them again! If you haven’t seen them live then you’re missing out! The way they treat their fans is out of this world. A very down to earth group of guys.
We got there early to eat because we had heard the food was really good. To have a drink and hangout before the show. We were very happy with the atmosphere of the eatery section, the food was great and service was very good. Very clean and modern updates to the venue. Downstairs we went to the concert area and again greeted with hospitality and a smile in a venue that’s small but very comfortable. You can get up close and personal with the artists right up to the stage just feet away. Drinks are served downstairs, there’s seating and general admission area if you’re one to be right up front🤘🏻 Overall a great experience.!!
Tyler and the Shakedown always bring high energy to their shows. Great rock/blues played by accomplished musicians. This was a small venue show where they played their hearts out. When they come to your town, you NEED to see them!
Tyler Bryant is one of the best shows I’ve seen on a while. Very energetic & always smiling onstage. Interaction with the crowd between most songs. Makes you just feel like you’re a part of his life!! Caleb on drums is very impressive too! Never sitting still he comes out from behind the kit a few times throughout the set. Ryan and Graham round out a great sounding band I’m hoping hits it big!!