Duane Betts Honors Late Father Dickey Betts with New Song

Duane Betts has released a new single, 'Heartache,' a poignant tribute to his late father, Dickey Betts, guitarist for the Allman Brothers Band. The song, released on April 18, 2024, is the opening track and second single from Betts' upcoming solo album, 'Isle of Hope,' scheduled for release on June 12. Co-written with Stoll Vaughan, 'Heartache' delves into the universal experience of loss and finding a sense of peace.

Betts described 'Heartache' as deeply personal and haunting, noting its inspiration from the period shortly after his father's passing. He expressed gratitude for the good memories, especially the later years when they were both sober and he was able to see his life improve. The song's accompanying video, shot on 8mm film, intersperses personal photos of Betts and his father with scenes of him performing the song on the West Coast.

The album 'Isle of Hope' takes its title from a location near Savannah, Georgia, where it was produced by Dave Cobb. Betts views the album as offering a sanctuary, echoing his father's belief that music provides a reprieve from life's stresses. Unlike his previous solo work, Betts focused on a core band for this record, following Cobb's advice to emphasize strong songwriting.