At age 16, Doyle Bramhall II toured with Jimmie Vaughan's band, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, as second guitarist. In 1992 Doyle formed Arc Angels with Charlie Sexton and Stevie Ray Vaughan's rhythm section of bassist Tommy Shannon and drummer Chris Layton (also known as Double Trouble). Doyle became Eric Clapton's second guitarist in 2004 after Andy Fairweather-Low backed out of the tour. He left Clapton's band in 2009 to reform Arc Angels.
"Doyle Bramhall II was raised in a home filled with the blues and rock and roll sounds that are indigenous to his birthplace - Austin, Texas. His father, Doyle Bramhall Senior, was the drummer for blues legend Lightning Hopkins and a regular collaborator with Jimmie and Stevie Ray Vaughan.
When Doyle was 16 years old, he toured as second guitarist with Jimmy Vaughan's band, The Fabulous Thunderbirds. Shortly thereafter he and fellow Texan, Charlie Sexton, co-founded the rock band Arc Angels. Doyle and Charlie enlisted the rhythm section from Stevie Ray Vaughan's backing band, Double Trouble, to complete the lineup. The group enjoyed critical acclaim and commercial success.
Following the release of "Jellycream," Doyle's 1999 RCA debut recording, he received phone calls from both Roger Waters and Eric Clapton. Doyle ended up joining Roger Waters for a summer tour while Clapton, along with fellow blues great B.B. King, chose two of Doyle's songs - "Marry You" and "I Wanna Be" - for their collaborative recording entitled "Riding With The King." Upon completion of the "Riding..." project, Doyle, his wife - Susannah Melvoin, and Clapton co-wrote and performed "Superman Inside" for Clapton's album, "Reptile." Doyle's playing is also heavily featured on the album.
The latest offering from Doyle Bramhall II, entitled - "Welcome" - is the purest sampling of Doyle's talents to date. Doyle entered the studio with Smokestack, the band he put together a couple of years ago, and co-producers Benmont Tench and Jim Scott to record the 12 - song set. Joining Doyle in Smokestack is J.J. Johnson on drums and bassist Chris Bruce. Susannah Melvoin contributed background vocals, Benmont Tench pulled keyboard duty and Craig Ross played second guitar.
The album, "Welcome" showcases the diversity of Bramhall's talent; from his songwriting to his intense, soulful vocals and virtuoso guitar playing. Doyle's gravity explosion can be readily heard on such tracks as the driving "Green Light Girl" and the uptempo "Soul Shaker." His dedication to the blues can be felt on tracks like "Life," "So You Want It To Rain" and "Send Some Love."
Doyle and his band are set to open for Eric Clapton on the first leg of a worldwide tour this year".
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Last Night
Doyle Bramhall II Lyrics
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I know your up to no good
Careful now, you see
Baby what your doing to me
Love's the one thing
Stronger than desire
And the only reason
Last night
You're gonna mis me baby
You know I'm coming home to you
Last night
You're gonna mis me baby
I'm on the red eye to hollywood, hollywood
I'm out of my mind
You don't even realize
I've got to give it up
You are my greatest find
Don't know what you think
Can't guess what you like
Can I have one more kiss
Like we had tonight
Last night
You're gonna mis me baby
You know I'm coming home to you
Last night
You're gonna mis me baby
I'm on the red eye to hollywood, hollywood
Love's the one thing
Stronger than desire
And the only reason
To walk from temptation
Last night
You're gonna mis me baby
I'm coming home
Last night
You're gonna mis me baby
I'm on the red eye to hollywood, hollywood
Last night
You're gonna miss me baby
I'm coming home, coming home, coming home
The lyrics of Doyle Bramhall II & Smokestack's song Last Night seem to speak of a tumultuous relationship between two individuals, one of whom is in Hollywood and up to no good. The singer admonishes the person to be careful in what they are doing to him, despite being miles away. Love, however, remains the stronger emotion, powerful enough to make one walk away from the tempting pleasures of Hollywood. The singer professes his love and hints at the possibility of another kiss before bidding goodbye to Hollywood and returning home to his lover, who he believes will miss him.
The lyrics convey a sense of longing, with the singer's desire for his lover being unfulfilled due to their physical distance. He seems to be in conflict, torn between his love for the person and the need to walk away from the temptation and risk of his lover being unfaithful. The subtle references to the power of love and desire give depth to the lyrics, making it open to multiple interpretations.
Line by Line Meaning
You're in hollywood
You are in a place where there are a lot of temptations.
I know your up to no good
I know that you are likely doing something that you shouldn't be doing.
Careful now, you see
Be careful with what you are doing because it affects me too.
Baby what your doing to me
Whatever you are doing is hurting me emotionally.
Love's the one thing
Love is the most powerful emotion.
Stronger than desire
Love can overcome the urge to give in to temptation.
And the only reason
Love is the only thing that would justify walking away from temptation.
To walk from temptation
To resist giving in to what you desire.
Last night
The night that has passed.
You're gonna mis me baby
You will feel my absence.
You know I'm coming home to you
I am returning to be with you.
I'm on the red eye to hollywood, hollywood
I am flying overnight to be with you in Hollywood.
I'm out of my mind
I am irrational because of my strong feelings for you.
You don't even realize
You don't understand how much I care for you.
I've got to give it up
I need to let go of you for my own well-being.
You are my greatest find
You are the best thing that has ever happened to me.
Don't know what you think
I am unsure of what you are feeling and thinking.
Can't guess what you like
I am unable to predict your preferences or desires.
Can I have one more kiss
I would like to steal one more intimate moment with you.
Like we had tonight
I want to re-experience the same passion we shared earlier.
I'm coming home
I am returning to be with you.
I'm coming home, coming home, coming home
Reiterating that I am returning to be with you soon.
Contributed by Cole I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Je Gr
I saw Doyle open for Eric Clapton in Canada back in 2001. Awesome show. Bought the album after that, this was my favorite song on the album. Crazy listening to it again after all these years. 👍
SkinnyB702
Thanks for the upload! One of my all time fav songs!!
BARRY ZARCULiA
I posted winging this on 9's , its easy, who cares