DOYLE BRAMHALL II

SPECIAL GUESTS: FUTURE STUFF

VENUE: THE HOOK AND LADDER LOUNGE AND THEATER

APRIL 12, 2017

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All content by: Patrick Dunn

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Longtime Eric Clapton collaborator Doyle Bramhall II thrilled Twin Cities Blues fans with a rare solo tour stop at the Hook and Ladder in Minneapolis April 12th. It was a special treat to see an artist of his caliber in a small venue setting, which actually suited the performance very well and sounded fantastic! As a guitar player, I always find it amusing to watch a left-handed player’s technique, especially one like Bramhall who leaves the guitar strung right-handed. He certainly demonstrated finesse and great control over the fretboard and extracted great tone out of several different axes he cycled through that evening.

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His 90+ minute headlining set included a variety of styles that were a reflection of the many projects he’s been involved with over the past 20 years. He interacted well with his band and the audience and came across as genuinely having a good time. Fans did not hold back in showing their appreciation after each song and made it known they were aware of what a rare and special performance this was.

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Set List:
My People
The Veil
November
Keep You Dreamin’
Hands Up
Mama Can’t Help You
Rich Man
New Faith
Saharan Crossing
The Samanas
Encore:
I’m Leavin’
Green Light Girl