The band was founded after both Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi put their solo bands on hiatus to form a new group that lets the married couple focus on making music together, and allows them to spend more time together while touring and recording. Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi have toured together in 2007, under the name Derek Trucks & Susan Tedeschi's Soul Stew Revival, however this group's material was largely culled from Derek & Susan's solo projects, while the Derek Trucks & Susan Tedeschi Band mostly focuses on performing original songs.
After the announcement in late 2009 of a hiatus for both The Derek Trucks Band and Susan Tedeschi Band , the couple began writing new material, working out of their home studio in Jacksonville with a rotating cast of friends and musicians. Their first concert was on April 1, 2010 at the Savannah Music Festival, and although their touring schedule was limited in 2010, the group did perform at Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival, Fuji Rock Festival, and several other festivals and venues.
The collaboration between Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi has also extended to other artists. Trucks and Tedeschi appeared together on Herbie Hancock's album, The Imagine Project, performing the track "Space Captain" with additional members of Derek Trucks & Susan Tedeschi Band, including Oteil Burbridge, Kofi Burbridge, and Mike Mattison. A music video was also released, showing Herbie Hancock as he recorded the song at Trucks & Tedeschi's home studio. Trucks and Tedeschi also appeared with Herbie Hancock to perform "Space Captain" at his 70th birthday concerts at Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl.
On 7 March 2011, the band announced that it was changing its name to the Tedeschi Trucks Band. The first Tedeschi Trucks Band CD, Revelator, will be released on June 7th 2011.
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The Storm /
Tedeschi Trucks Band Lyrics
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All talk all day
Down the west highway
Liar burning in my neighborhood
All that I say but it never would
[?] got to move away
I didn't believe him
That I'm gonna stay
Deal me a seat
I've waited all this time
When starts highland
Starts that moving in
Storm will rise up
No where land this way
Formal rising, hotels coming back
You can't deny it
[?] at me
The lyrics to Tedeschi Trucks Band's "The Storm" seem to touch on themes of restlessness, truth-telling, and the inevitability of change. The song opens with the singer longing for an escape, perhaps from a monotonous routine or from a figurative "liar burning" in their neighborhood. The phrase "all talk all day/ down the west highway" could suggest a desire to do something other than talk all day, but to move and explore instead. The singer mentions that they've been waiting for something, but it's unclear what exactly they're waiting for. It could be a release from their current circumstances or a chance to start fresh somewhere new.
In the second verse, the lyrics become more cryptic. The images of highland and storm rising suggest something ominous on the horizon, but it's unclear what the storm could represent. It could be anything from a literal weather event to a metaphorical upheaval in the singer's life. The line "formal rising, hotels coming back" is also somewhat mysterious, but it could be interpreted as a sign of change or development in the area. Despite the uncertainty and potential danger, the singer seems resolute in moving forward: "you can't deny it/ [?] at me."
Overall, the lyrics to "The Storm" offer a blend of longing, restlessness, and potential danger. The song can be interpreted in a variety of ways, but it seems to center on the idea of needing to leave behind something old and embrace the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
All talk all day
People around me talk all day long, but they don't seem to take any action.
Down the west highway
Heading west on the highway, probably towards new experiences.
Liar burning in my neighborhood
Someone I know is spreading lies and gossip among my neighbors, causing chaos and tension.
All that I say but it never would
Despite all the words and explanations I offer, nobody seems to believe me or understand my true intentions.
[?] got to move away
The person mentioned earlier has to leave the area due to their actions and consequences.
I didn't believe him
The singer didn't initially believe the person who warned them to move away from the problematic neighbor.
That I'm gonna stay
The singer has decided to stay in the neighborhood despite the chaos and drama, possibly because of the memories and connections they have there.
Don't wanna turn to that place there too high
The artist is hesitant to fall into the same negative patterns and behaviors as the liar in the neighborhood, as it can lead to their downfall.
Deal me a seat
Offer me a chance to sit down and enjoy something positive or relaxing after all the stress and drama.
I've waited all this time
The artist has been patient and has endured the hardships of the storm, and now they deserve some peace.
When starts highland
When the highland area starts rumbling or shaking, indicating a coming storm or natural disaster.
Starts that moving in
The storm is approaching, bringing destruction and chaos with it.
Storm will rise up
The storm will become stronger and more intense, causing more destruction and danger.
No where land this way
The singer is lost and confused due to the destruction and chaos caused by the storm, and can't find a way out.
Formal rising, hotels coming back
Despite the chaos and destruction caused by the storm, the affected areas will eventually recover and rebuild.
You can't deny it
Nobody can deny the power and impact of the storm or the necessity of rebuilding and starting anew.
[?] at me
The artist is confused and overwhelmed by the aftermath of the storm and the long process of recovery and healing ahead of them.
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Brad Horner
I've seen this Band MANY times and I'm ALWAYS blown away with the musicianship and even their interpretation of covers.
What more can I say.
It was once said and sung, "Long Live Rock" and "Hey, Hey, My, My, Rock And Roll Will Never Die"
In my heart I know thats true.
I just wish Rock hadn't taken such a strange left turn.
I felt the same way and one day I heard Stevie Ray Vaughan back in the Summer of '83.
Then I heard Mr. Trucks.
Derek renewed my musical soul.
I'm lookin forward to the next GREAT ONE.
Anyway, love this Band, love this song.
I recommend people here give Doyle Bramhall II a listen.
Songs like, 'What You Gonna Do', 'So You Want It To Rain', 'Thin Dream', 'Jealous Sky', and live version(s) of 'Outside Women Blues', and 'Cry'.
Stefan_Luna
Wow , Listening to this so many times, getting better and better
I love Susans singing, Kebbi on Sax, and Derek kills it!
Gwen Walker
This the best of ALL the best. Derek Trucks gives a celestial experience in this performance.
kitty kat
The funny thing is this is just a good quality recording.. this is what the band puts out lol. They’re tight!
Rampart
Derek Trucks could not be more authentic, brilliant and bold. Incredible vocals by Susan Tedeschi and just all-time fantastic groove laid down by the Tedeschi Trucks Band. The world is as cruel as it's ever been but this music makes me feel good to be alive. Rock on, Tedeschi Trucks Band!
Kiliya 108
You cannot listen to this and not be affected on a deeper level. ...Music is a wonder of the world and beyond thought as well. How good is that? Oh my golden honey....
Rafael Jones
Great song. Her voice is awesome.
Stephanie L
If ancient redwoods could sing, they would sound like Susan Tedeschi. Eternal and earthy, deep roots soaked and nourished in wisdom. What a voice.
Derek brings the tempest, all chaos and thunder, a ferocious force of nature that would uproot everything in its path if it could. They are perfectly balanced.
MUSIC IS NOT DEAD.
Will Paine
Stephanie L Whoa, dudeeee.
Stephanie L
Will Paine Haha... I think I was stoned when I wrote that. :)
Beatles Fan
+Stephanie L nothing wrong with dat