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Derek & The Dominos

Derek & The Dominos was a blues-rock band formed in the spring of 1970 by guitarist and singer Eric Clapton with keyboardist Bobby Whitlock, bassist Carl Radle, and drummer Jim Gordon, all of whom had previously played together in Delaney & Bonnie and Friends. The group is best known for their landmark album "Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs," an impassioned collection sparked by Clapton's infatuation with Pattie Boyd, the wife of his friend and fellow musician George Harrison. The title track "Layla," inspired by the classical poet Nizami Ganjavi's story of a young man's unrequited love, became their most famous song, propelled by its haunting guitar riff and the passionate tale behind it.

Despite their brief tenure, Derek & The Dominos made a lasting impact on rock and blues music, combining soulful melodies with fervent guitar work. The band's mixture of American blues standards and Clapton's poignant original compositions created a style that resonated with audiences of the era. Although personal conflicts and substance abuse issues led to their disbandment after just one studio album and a handful of live performances, the legacy of Derek & The Dominos endures. Their music continues to be celebrated and rediscovered by new generations, as reflected in various reissues and remasters of their work, including "The Layla Sessions," "Live at the Fillmore," and the 50th Anniversary Deluxe Edition of "Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs," ensuring the brief but potent flame of Derek & The Dominos is not forgotten.

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