Chrissy Johnson Announces New Album
Shake Where You’re Steady arrives July 18 with twelve tracks of lyrical depth and melodic clarity
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Chrissy Johnson writes with the precision of a poet and the vulnerability of someone who has lived every word. Her songs emerge from personal experience, shaped by a background in literature and a deep belief in the power of honest storytelling. With influences that range from Joni Mitchell to Erykah Badu, her work pairs lyrical introspection with a feel for a thoughtful and accessible melody.
Her upcoming album Shake Where You’re Steady, produced by Steve Dawson, reflects a period marked by loss, resilience, and creative growth. The songs explore complicated emotions with clarity and restraint, drawing on moments of family upheaval, personal illness, and quiet recovery. Tracks like “Greatest Abandon” and “Only Now” show a songwriter willing to sit with discomfort in order to find something true on the other side.
Chrissy approaches music as a way to connect, not perform. Her writing resists easy answers and instead offers a kind of companionship. For listeners looking for depth and emotional honesty, her songs feel less like broadcasts and more like conversations.
Shake Where You're Steady by Chrissy Johnson is available to pre-order now on Bandcamp
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Shake Where You're Steady by Chrissy Johnson is available to pre-order now on Bandcamp 〰️
FEATURED RELEASE
Shake Where You're Steady by Chrissy Johnson is available to pre-order now on Bandcamp and officially releases on July 18, 2025. The album spans twelve tracks and highlights Chrissy’s evolution as a songwriter and performer, blending lyrical depth with melodic clarity.
Recorded at Kernel Sound Emporium in Chicago, the album was produced, engineered, and mixed by acclaimed musician Steve Dawson, who also contributes electric and acoustic guitar, bass, drums, and organ. Chrissy leads with vocals and acoustic guitar, supported by standout performances from saxophonist Chris Greene and trumpeter John Moore, Jr.
While the album may fall under a single genre label, its scope is far from narrow. Songs like “Greatest Abandon” set a reflective tone with spacious arrangements, while “In the Meantime” offers rhythmic pull and a memorable hook. “Pretty Little Heart” lifts the mood with layered textures and an open-hearted melody.
With its warm production, expressive instrumentation, and a vocal presence that feels intimate and assured, Shake Where You're Steady is a compelling next chapter for Chrissy Johnson. Pre-save the album now and follow her on social media for the latest updates and release news.
