According to Bob Meredith of Allmusic, 'Doyle Bramhall II's heroin addiction and internal friction caused the breakup of the band in 1993'. While that may have been true, I do wonder if pointing the finger at one person in a team/group is a little duplicitous. I mean if a team loses a race, the team loses, it is NEVER the fault of one member of the team. I also read online that communication between ALL members within the group broke down. It was a 4 member group. That is quite intimate and everybody needed to congeal. I wonder if the 'team' just need to take the hit/loss. I believe it is too easy to pin point one member of a group taking the group down. I also believe it was tragic Arc Angel only lasted a mere 4 years as it was such an awesome crew to listen to. The potential was beyond belief. Just goes to show that human dynamics is stronger than skill, courage, and experience.
Before Doyle Even Knew his Potential....This Was Just One Stepping Syone He Had To Go Through To get to Where He Is Now.. Thank Goodness.. I Got To See, Hear & Experience It .. Because I Certainly Felt It Deeply, & Even Though He Went Through A lot ,.. I Can Appreciate It Even More... & Am Even more Grateful For The Opportunity.. Sincerely, JoJoJohnson
I'm 57.. this is one the most powerful records for sound and influence in my late youth. Incredible. One album.. At the same time and era I loved Chris Whitley. Music sure was good. Living in a Dream and Living with the law
Yes, incredible debut album (produced by Little Steven) which I never get tired of listening to, and thanks for mentioning the late Chris Whitley, RIP. Love his stuff! 👍🏻
one of the greatest albums of all time. the harmony between Sexton and Bramhall is absolute magic and oh so sweet to hear. And to add to the effect how about some supporting artists in the form of Double Trouble....are you kidding me? saw them play live twice in Dallas, and once in Austin..... flawless....what a great time.....
Sat in the front row in Dallas when they opened up for Lynyrd Skynyrd. Killer show, killer album. Double Trouble carrying the rhythm and Charlie and Doyle singing and guitars.
Wow, dude. Awesome. Saw them at Stubb's in Austin circa '05 in the pouring rain and they never missed a note. Layton also played drums for the first act! 😊
Saw Charlie Sexton at the Satellite Lounge in Houston. Then saw Arc Angels twice and Storyville twice. Got to meet them both. Like normal humble guys and hung out with them and the famous Houston Radio Gawd, Jim Pruitt. Sure do miss him. Love watching Doyle play with the absolute best Eric Clapton over the years. Excellent guitar player. My ultimate wish was to meet Clapton. Heck, met Roger Waters from Pink Floyd, no Clapton though.
@@joeblow4785 I’ve never heard of those two I don’t think. Well I mean I’ve heard the name Charlie Sexton I believe but I do not know a thing about either.
I've interviewed Doyle several times, and I've also interviewed Charlie. and indeed both are amazing, singers, songwriters, guitarists and both have evolved and come so far since this phenomenal song & their first Arc Angels days & album. 2 of Texas's most talented artists.
Can't believe no one here caught them live for their free performance down on the beach on Galveston island many years ago on labor day. Can't quite remember the year but it was around 2013 i think.
Saw them twice in houston about a year after stevie died. Literally standing five feet away at the Bon Ton Room. Absolutely mind blowing. I would rate them the 2nd best live band. First being SRV of course.
One of the best albums ever recorded. A unique gem and a must have. It's one amazing tune after another. Been spinning this album since '92 and it never gets old.
Had the same experience seeing Richie Kotzen perform in 2009 (right before he stopped using a guitar pick and switched musical style drastically...) It was like a religious experience seeing the messiah in front of us. Truly moving.
Remember as with it was couple hours ago. Was winter 95 and went to Tower records on Broadway NY, was looking at Kate Bush CD. The guy at the counter put that tune on, took me 5 seconds to get where he was and tell, pls want that one. Had no idea who they were, still have it and listen all the time
I had just spent half a decade overseas in the military. I clung to SRV to remind myself of God's country while I was gone. Then I got back and these guys formed up. Awesome times. Wish they had stuck it out a while longer.
Great Band! Doyle Bramhall II is a really Good singer. A Really strong album. I wish they would of continued with more albums after this stellar Debut!!
OUTSTANDING!!! I play This SONG EVERY NIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The 1992 version has the DRIVE that The 2009 version is somewhat lacking... ASTONISHING!!!!
100% on that. I hope that they can get that drive-in fire back because it was unbelievable! They seem a little tired of playing maybe the same music over and over? Because these earlier versions are just killer
Remember the first time I heard this song back in '93. I had just gotten off work and I went by my bro's house to see him, my sis-in-law, and my two nephews. My bro had Arc Angels' debut CD playing in the disc player with this being the lead off song. Because my bro is a long time fan of Stevie Ray Vaughn's, he knew the history of these guys which he kindly informed me of, but this was another case where it was the lyrics of this song that caught my attention because I've been "Living In A Dream" with this girl that I wanted back in 7th grade, but never got. So the next day before I went to work, I went out and bought a copy of this on cassette and it was another one that went with me on many road trips.
Easily in my top ten favorite albums of all time. I learned to play a strat listening to Stevie and this album is definitely one that molded me as a singer/songwriter/player! Some of the cleanest and most tasteful guitar leads ever for sure. Mad respect for these four great musicians! Wish there was more!
Same thing with my home state, hometown, etc. It was considered THE "rock city" in my country for some solid 15 years or whatever. I arrived late for the party but I could catch some of it. There would be always 3 local bands playing every night, you had to pick carefully who you wanted to see, all of them were killer. Original material, no fucking covers. Healthy competition. Some real crude talent being polished by the harsh competition. The city was ALIVE. There's no other way of explaining it. Like I said I arrived kinda late. Five years went by, gentrification started, A happened, B happened, next thing you know it's all gone. Turned into dust. Nothing more than memories that I cherish now. My own town disappeared in front of my eyes. Clubs closing doors, radio stations shutting down. Rock is not dead but it seems like there's no place that will play it anymore.
I Remember hearing this in the 90's. I guess I kinda liked it then. Didn't realize then who Arc Angel members were😔. Heard this cut recently on Pandora, Ian Moore station, thought, I knew I've heard this before . So I Googled. Wow, how did I not know who was in this band? I was actually at Alpine Valley the day before Stevie died in Helicopter crash😢
Michael H. They both Charlie and Doyle were brought up with Stevie he was like an uncle to them when they were young. I met them both shortly after Stevie had passed and was told many stories about their times together. Very touching and very cool.
This is one of my favorite albums of all time. They were a great Band. To bad they didn't make more music together. I worked with Doyles dad,He was great also.
La Semana Alegre was a week-long music festival that took place during Fiesta San Antonio. I saw these guys put on a great show and witnessed some superb musical abilities that the crowd loved.
I saw Charlie sexton when beats so Lonely came out. He kissed me twice! Itt was a small venue/bar in Rhode island. I was psyched ,l before& after show@! Either we clay I didn't know he w as going to hook up with the best music people in this world!! Thank you
Saw them in Albuquerque, NM, small bar. Was feet away from the band...awesome. The bar's closed now . . . as is the band. I was amazed at their stage sound and presence. Come back, ARC ANGELS!!!
Stevie's rhythm section with Charlie and Doyle Jr....AMAZING, they should have been huge!!! I remember being one floor below Charlie, when I was in Austin...He would bum smokes from me... LOL! I MISS hanging out with him!!!! And I miss his 2 50 Mercury convertibles!!! :D
Seen them @ the STING in New Britain, Ct.One of the best shows I've ever seen there and I've seen many! And I agree w/ Ed Andrist...this band should have been a household name!
AMAZING beautiful voices and guitar. Listened to this as they became famous and I lived in their home state. So decimated that they did not continue....
I really dig this after so many years. Gives me chills! Are you with me people?
We're with ya man....all 32 of us!
Right in. Right in.
Makes me feel like we're living forever with them!
Make that one thumbs up!
I can remember Doyle and Charlie as boys at the Armadillo World Headquarters. Then I was their waitress at Steamboat on 6th Street
Who's listening in 2023??
2024! Living in a dream man!
I'm still listening to them in 2024!
2024
me
After KWS's Blue On Black I've immediately remember this incredible Arc Angels tune.🔥✨
This band should have been huge
I think people were so distraught over Stevie it was hard to accept his band doing anything else. It was a heavy burden to carry
According to Bob Meredith of Allmusic, 'Doyle Bramhall II's heroin addiction and internal friction caused the breakup of the band in 1993'. While that may have been true, I do wonder if pointing the finger at one person in a team/group is a little duplicitous. I mean if a team loses a race, the team loses, it is NEVER the fault of one member of the team. I also read online that communication between ALL members within the group broke down. It was a 4 member group. That is quite intimate and everybody needed to congeal. I wonder if the 'team' just need to take the hit/loss. I believe it is too easy to pin point one member of a group taking the group down. I also believe it was tragic Arc Angel only lasted a mere 4 years as it was such an awesome crew to listen to. The potential was beyond belief. Just goes to show that human dynamics is stronger than skill, courage, and experience.
What Do You Think's Coming ? ? ?
They still are
Definitely under appreciated!
Before Doyle Even Knew his Potential....This Was Just One Stepping Syone He Had To Go Through To get to Where He Is Now.. Thank Goodness.. I Got To See, Hear & Experience It .. Because I Certainly Felt It Deeply, & Even Though He Went Through A lot ,.. I Can Appreciate It Even More... & Am Even more Grateful For The Opportunity.. Sincerely, JoJoJohnson
Chris and Tommy, miss you Bros
I can’t believe they only did one album, they were really good!!
Still good after eighteen years. I wish these guys would put out a new cd. We need some good rock n' roll for a change. Most modern rock is terrible.
Have you heard of Black Country Communion?
@@oscargamboa5793 oh yes....
Honestly if these same guys got together and put out something just as good as the last one was they could be huge still
What “modern rock”?
Amen, and Amen...
In Texas, we have some Fantastic music and world renowned artists.
I'm 57.. this is one the most powerful records for sound and influence in my late youth. Incredible. One album.. At the same time and era I loved Chris Whitley. Music sure was good. Living in a Dream and Living with the law
Yes, incredible debut album (produced by Little Steven) which I never get tired of listening to, and thanks for mentioning the late Chris Whitley, RIP. Love his stuff! 👍🏻
i´m too, tanks from brazil
burn it all the way to the end, Bud ...
Both bands were unreal. So sad what happened to Chris. He was an immense talent.
one of the greatest albums of all time. the harmony between Sexton and Bramhall is absolute magic and oh so sweet to hear. And to add to the effect how about some supporting artists in the form of Double Trouble....are you kidding me? saw them play live twice in Dallas, and once in Austin..... flawless....what a great time.....
Lucky bastard
One hell of a band. Like you I’m a fan from its inception
Best kept rock and roll secret, these guys were so bad assed.
Sat in the front row in Dallas when they opened up for Lynyrd Skynyrd. Killer show, killer album. Double Trouble carrying the rhythm and Charlie and Doyle singing and guitars.
Wow, dude. Awesome. Saw them at Stubb's in Austin circa '05 in the pouring rain and they never missed a note. Layton also played drums for the first act! 😊
Blues rock, Texas blues, Southern rock call it what you want i call it BADASS.....
Chris on the drums is so steady. A true professional at his craft!
Use to hang w/Chris and Tommy when Stevie was still with us.
Saw Charlie Sexton at the Satellite Lounge in Houston. Then saw Arc Angels twice and Storyville twice. Got to meet them both. Like normal humble guys and hung out with them and the famous Houston Radio Gawd, Jim Pruitt. Sure do miss him. Love watching Doyle play with the absolute best Eric Clapton over the years. Excellent guitar player. My ultimate wish was to meet Clapton. Heck, met Roger Waters from Pink Floyd, no Clapton though.
toured with this band in canada in the 90s as the sound tech , They are the real deal
Saw the tour in London, ON, it was epic.....
Word
@@leopitre7907 they were “ neat” too. 🤣😆😂🔥
Hell yes. Killer lineup
Saw them at St. Andrew's hall in Detroit. It was more like a high school gymnasium. . One of the top shows I ever saw.
Love those guys. I lived in Austin for 20 years and was lucky to see them several times.
This band was created in the memory of the later great Stevie Ray Vaughan.
Chris Layton on drums, Tommy Shannon on bass. Rock In Peace Stevie.
Dont forget Charlie Sexton and Doyle Bramhall !!!
@@joeblow4785 I’ve never heard of those two I don’t think. Well I mean I’ve heard the name Charlie Sexton I believe but I do not know a thing about either.
Doyle's dad wrote a lot of Stevie's songs.
@@hardtaill70 He did not write a LOT of his songs. He co-wrote two and only actually wrote three songs for Stevie.
@@ontariobudsyou need to spend some time in Austin 😊
Sexton Doyle and Double Trouble !! TEXAS ROCK ROYALTY !!
Till one died.
I've interviewed Doyle several times, and I've also interviewed Charlie. and indeed both are amazing, singers, songwriters, guitarists and both have evolved and come so far since this phenomenal song & their first Arc Angels days & album. 2 of Texas's most talented artists.
Can't believe no one here caught them live for their free performance down on the beach on Galveston island many years ago on labor day. Can't quite remember the year but it was around 2013 i think.
This song kicks ass. Needs to be played LOUD!!!
My favourite rock/blues band off all time!!
Doyle Bramhall ll, Charlie Sexton, Double Trouble (Chris and Tommy)❤❤
saw this band with Muddy Waters & yes they are amazing! These guys should be bigger than most of the bands out there today....
Every member of this band are awesome musicians!!
THIS is the VID that captures this super, straight-up Texas blues/rock band's magic... Thank You!
They are iconic rock heroes in Austin.
Saw them twice, awesome.
Double Trouble is like a fine time piece 🐐
Saw them twice in houston about a year after stevie died. Literally standing five feet away at the Bon Ton Room. Absolutely mind blowing. I would rate them the 2nd best live band. First being SRV of course.
I couldn't have said it better
I worked at Rockefellers and both would play there , I saw at BonTon room they were awesome ,Cream is best band I've ever seen live then SRV and AA's
I saw them at Rockefellers west... got to meet the band hanging out in the back of the club.
One of the best albums ever recorded. A unique gem and a must have. It's one amazing tune after another. Been spinning this album since '92 and it never gets old.
Had this album. Hard to find them now. Great album
2019... 😎🤙🏼🎸 Stevie Ray Vaughan is looking down smiling and jamming along! Rock On!
Two of Texas best guitarist,,, long live the 90's.. God bless the Arc Angel's..
Good but not best
the music is just unbelievable.been listening for 20 yrs now...i still get goosebumps............
I identified them years ago as the best. Just listened to them one time and I was hooked. My Kinda of music !!!
Remember the backyard, Austin.Tx
Three nighter in Texas this weekend. If I had the time and coin, I’d be there in a heartbeat.
These boys give me chills. Saw them at 1st avenue in mpls. Top 5 live show I’ve ever attended. Trust me I’ve seen a lot of shows!
In 2 days im gonna see them for a 2nd time
I saw them in Houston TX. Outdoor show on the middle of summer. Sweated the whole show. Fkn bad ass!!!! show...
There’s kool and there’s Arc Angels! Amazing Band and Amazing guys
Saw em in Houston at a little tiny club. Was standin about 3 feet away. Blew my mind
Had the same experience seeing Richie Kotzen perform in 2009 (right before he stopped using a guitar pick and switched musical style drastically...) It was like a religious experience seeing the messiah in front of us. Truly moving.
Saw them at the Bon Ton room in Houston
Continental Club in Houston , perhaps ? I was at that gig....f’ing magic.
Remember as with it was couple hours ago. Was winter 95 and went to Tower records on Broadway NY, was looking at Kate Bush CD. The guy at the counter put that tune on, took me 5 seconds to get where he was and tell, pls want that one. Had no idea who they were, still have it and listen all the time
best southern super group ever, no one can challenge
Close. Pretty sure Skynard holds that torch. These guys were the heir apparent
A lot of talent in this band, they should have been bigger,but fame is fleeting , good music stands on its own, this is good stuff
This was a supergroup in the making..way ahead of their time. I loved this band, and still love this album . I just wish they would have continued.
I had just spent half a decade overseas in the military. I clung to SRV to remind myself of God's country while I was gone. Then I got back and these guys formed up. Awesome times. Wish they had stuck it out a while longer.
Ran local gear for them on countless shows...epic is an understatement.
*I would have done it for gas and weed
Great Band! Doyle Bramhall II is a really Good singer. A Really strong album. I wish they would of continued with more albums after this stellar Debut!!
Awesome album!!
I was at the release party in Hollywood back in 92 invitation only, good to know people in high places.
OUTSTANDING!!!
I play This SONG EVERY NIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The 1992 version has the DRIVE that The 2009 version is somewhat lacking...
ASTONISHING!!!!
100% on that. I hope that they can get that drive-in fire back because it was unbelievable! They seem a little tired of playing maybe the same music over and over? Because these earlier versions are just killer
Remember the first time I heard this song back in '93. I had just gotten off work and I went by my bro's house to see him, my sis-in-law, and my two nephews. My bro had Arc Angels' debut CD playing in the disc player with this being the lead off song. Because my bro is a long time fan of Stevie Ray Vaughn's, he knew the history of these guys which he kindly informed me of, but this was another case where it was the lyrics of this song that caught my attention because I've been "Living In A Dream" with this girl that I wanted back in 7th grade, but never got. So the next day before I went to work, I went out and bought a copy of this on cassette and it was another one that went with me on many road trips.
.....and I will call him George, and I will love him, and care for him and protect him, my buddy George....
This album came out about the same time as "Nevermind".....I still listen to Arc Angles...
Have this song in our 3rd set....people still love it.
1992...and I met Whipper, love this band and musicians....#RIPSRV...Uare missed....!
I saw them live in 1994 in Austin Texas at the Backyard. Very, very, very good concert !!!
Down loaded everything they produced and still listening everyday 2024
Easily in my top ten favorite albums of all time. I learned to play a strat listening to Stevie and this album is definitely one that molded me as a singer/songwriter/player! Some of the cleanest and most tasteful guitar leads ever for sure. Mad respect for these four great musicians! Wish there was more!
Yez
What a great spell in time
I miss Austin and (and I live in Austin).
I miss Austin. I lived in Austin @ the right time. could not live there now...BUT Maybe out in the Hill country.
Thanks for visiting Californians..You can go now..
Same thing with my home state, hometown, etc. It was considered THE "rock city" in my country for some solid 15 years or whatever. I arrived late for the party but I could catch some of it. There would be always 3 local bands playing every night, you had to pick carefully who you wanted to see, all of them were killer. Original material, no fucking covers. Healthy competition. Some real crude talent being polished by the harsh competition. The city was ALIVE. There's no other way of explaining it. Like I said I arrived kinda late. Five years went by, gentrification started, A happened, B happened, next thing you know it's all gone. Turned into dust. Nothing more than memories that I cherish now. My own town disappeared in front of my eyes. Clubs closing doors, radio stations shutting down. Rock is not dead but it seems like there's no place that will play it anymore.
Austin got woke. The whole scene is damaged. Beyond repair?
@@teddysalad8227 UN Corporate takeover. Live Music Capital Died a long time ago
This is the last time DB2 ever smiled in a video, but he just keeps getting better.
I Remember hearing this in the 90's. I guess I kinda liked it then. Didn't realize then who Arc Angel members were😔. Heard this cut recently on Pandora, Ian Moore station, thought, I knew I've heard this before . So I Googled. Wow, how did I not know who was in this band? I was actually at Alpine Valley the day before Stevie died in Helicopter crash😢
They are one of a kind rock band there will never be another like them
Michael H. They both Charlie and Doyle were brought up with Stevie he was like an uncle to them when they were young. I met them both shortly after Stevie had passed and was told many stories about their times together. Very touching and very cool.
Like the first time.. everytime. 🎧🎵
Oh wow l think l met a couple of the guys at Joefest in Dallas, Texas at the Majestic Theater...A fabulous show and night OMG
This song kicks ass.
This is one of my favorite albums of all time. They were a great Band. To bad they didn't make more music together.
I worked with Doyles dad,He was great also.
I miss living in Tulsa in the 80s and 90s going to listen to blues rock bands
La Semana Alegre was a week-long music festival that took place during Fiesta San Antonio. I saw these guys put on a great show and witnessed some superb musical abilities that the crowd loved.
I saw Charlie sexton when beats so
Lonely came out. He kissed me twice! Itt was a small venue/bar in Rhode island. I was psyched ,l before& after show@! Either we clay I didn't know he w as going to hook up with the best music people in this world!! Thank you
😂
This is hittin' my Rossing/Collin nerve. Someone's doin' it right. Heal, yeah!!! #Not ashamed
Tunes like this make me wanna play again!
God i miss the 90's love this band!!
i am the baby child of storyville God bless SRV
One of my all time favs, pure brilliance🤘🔥🔥🔥🔥❣️
Saw them in Albuquerque, NM, small bar. Was feet away from the band...awesome. The bar's closed now . . . as is the band. I was amazed at their stage sound and presence. Come back, ARC ANGELS!!!
FINALLY! I found this song...after being stuck in my head after my roommate stole my CD back in college...way...way back in college!
Stevie's rhythm section with Charlie and Doyle Jr....AMAZING, they should have been huge!!! I remember being one floor below Charlie, when I was in Austin...He would bum smokes from me... LOL! I MISS hanging out with him!!!! And I miss his 2 50 Mercury convertibles!!! :D
One of my top ten favorite bands. **Cheers**
Always a good day when I hear one their songs.
This whole album is fabulous.
If you need music to get you going, here you go! Love this group!!!
4:15 in the morning!!! This and Five finger death punch version...
They are back. Playing shows in Texas.
Having Tommy Shannon & Cris Layton on your card never hurts.
Seen them @ the STING in New Britain, Ct.One of the best shows I've ever seen there and I've seen many! And I agree w/ Ed Andrist...this band should have been a household name!
My new ring tone.
I'm glad to see them back together. Just as good if not better. WTG!
Going may 5th
Ft worth..
2023
This brings back so many good memories!!! Love 'em
still amazing after almost 20 years
Awesome line up ......so under rated !!!!! KICKIN ALBUMN
Doyle is an excellent musician.....
Awesome album! Little Steven knows what he’s doing! Let the thoroughbreds run!
Doyle proves you don't have to be able to play warp speed lead notes on a guitar to make one speak to the soul.......
eddie brown very true,... soul, passion and feel are much more important that raw speed. These two guitar slingers have nailed it to the wall!!!
eddie brown I saw them in Austin and Eddie Shaver joined them on stage. I still get chicken skin thinking about that show.
So true
Lov Charlie 2
you mean it's not a race? now I see what I've been doing wrong all this time.....dammit
phkn badass. Saw them in houston in 93. Good times
me too!!!! i had this cassette,and this tune has been rattlin around in my head for a month!!
Haven't heard this in a while! One of my go too jams in the day. Now it is again!
Yep, saw them in a nightclub around 93 best I can remember. Sounded very good, especially with SRV’s bass player and drummer in the band. 👍
Sadly forgotten classics....
AMAZING beautiful voices and guitar. Listened to this as they became famous and I lived in their home state. So decimated that they did not continue....
in my top 10 albums of all time.