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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True Emotion
Doyle Bramhall II Lyrics
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But we weren´t strangers when we met
There was someone I was looking to meet
There was someone you were trying to forget
I was spoon-fed disgust with every word you said
Just when I think it´s going my way
She could take the glitter out of gold
How she could ever be so cold
Make a foot of my true emotion, cover the eyes of emotion
I wake up to the smell of burning flesh
With a cigarette out my chest
The first thing that came to mind
Was the last time that we ever had sex
Is it really this bad or is it my imagination
Just when I think it´s going my way
She could take the glitter out of gold
Each step I take I wonder and wait
How she could ever be so cold
Make a fool out of my true emotion, cover the eyes of emotion
I´ve read you quote chapter and verse
I´Ve heard your sermon now get in the hearse
Tired of wasting all of my time
I´m sick of all your lies
Just when I think it´s going my way
She could take the glitter out of gold
Each step I take I wonder and wait
How she could ever be so cold
Make a fool out of my true emotion, cover the eyes of true emotion
Make a fool out of my true emotion, cover the eyes of emotion.
The song "True Emotion" by Doyle Bramhall II is about a tumultuous relationship that has only lasted three weeks. The singer meets someone who he feels a connection with, but there is clearly some baggage on her end. She has someone she is trying to forget, while the singer has been fed a steady diet of disgust from her. Despite this, the singer continues to pursue the relationship, even though he is constantly questioning the other person's motives and actions. The relationship takes a dark turn, with lyrics about the smell of burning flesh and being tired of all the lies. In the end, the singer realizes that he has been made a fool of by his true emotions and is left wondering how someone could be so cold.
The lyrics of "True Emotion" paint a vivid picture of a tumultuous relationship that is clearly doomed. It's a cautionary tale about getting involved with someone who has unresolved issues and how it can lead to emotional turmoil. The song speaks to the inner battle between our true emotions and the need to protect ourselves from getting hurt. It's about the fine line between being vulnerable and being taken advantage of.
Line by Line Meaning
It´s only been three weeks
Although our relationship has just begun, we clicked instantly
But we weren´t strangers when we met
We felt like we have known each other for a long time
There was someone I was looking to meet
I have been searching for someone like you
There was someone you were trying to forget
I understand that you have some baggage and I'm willing to help you move on
I was spoon-fed disgust with every word you said
You made me feel disgusted with myself through your words and actions
Just when I think it´s going my way
Just when I feel hopeful about our relationship
She could take the glitter out of gold
You have a way of ruining my optimism and leaving me feeling empty
Each step I take I wonder and wait
I'm always second-guessing myself because I'm worried about how you might react
How she could ever be so cold
It's hard to understand how you can be so indifferent and uncaring
Make a fool out of my true emotion, cover the eyes of emotion
I feel vulnerable and exposed with you, but you refuse to acknowledge my feelings
I wake up to the smell of burning flesh
I'm in a state of emotional pain and devastation
With a cigarette out my chest
I'm trying to cope with the pain through smoking
The first thing that came to mind
My thoughts immediately go to our past experiences
Was the last time that we ever had sex
Our intimate moments were the last good memories I have of us
Is it really this bad or is it my imagination
I'm questioning reality and wondering if things are truly as bad as they seem
I´ve read you quote chapter and verse
I've listened to all of your explanations and justifications
I´Ve heard your sermon now get in the hearse
I'm tired of hearing the same excuses and ready to move on
Tired of wasting all of my time
I regret investing so much time and effort into this relationship
I´m sick of all your lies
I'm fed up with your dishonesty and manipulations
Contributed by Asher I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.