I had the honor of meeting Bobby. The way I met him is a one in a million chance meeting. My Grandmother, who passed away 24 years ago had lived in her house since the 40's. After her passing we sold it. over the years it sold two or more times.I heard it was on the market again. This is a beautiful 8,000 sqft. house. Built in 1936, when they made houses that last. One day I get a call from my Sister and she says,"guess who bought Mere's house?...Bobby Whitlock! Well, I was stunned. About a year later I was in the small Texas town and wanted to see what they had done to it as that house was a big part of our lives growing up. Me being a guitar player and a big fan of not only Bobby, but Clapton and all that era of music. I knocked on the door. He answered and I told him who I was and I wanted to see what the house looked like now. He welcomed me in and couldn't have been nicer! he let me take a little video and a few pics of his platinum records. we talked a while about the house and music a little. I didn't want to wear out my welcome so I began to say my thank you's. As I was leaving he told me to come back to see his art showing at the Museum. What an honor to meet, in my opinion, a man that is such a fine musician and made some of the best music with other such talented people. What a blessed life! Bobby, if you read this I have something from the house I think you would want. Next time I'm in town I might knock on your door. It is the original iron door for the incinerator in the basement.
Bobby Whitlock's background vocals on "Bell Bottom Blues" is indispensable. Without it the song wouldn't have anywhere near the emotional impact that it does. Same for the song "She's Gone" and "Tell the Truth". Probably even more
I'm the owner of the unpopular opinion that Bobby's "Thorn Tree in the Garden" is the best track on the Layla album. I just adore that song and Bobby's soulful voice.
These interviews that you all began months ago have been without a doubt some of the most informative, entertaining, and enlightening "music" documentations ever. Thank you Bobby for sharing these stories that you lived. Incredible.
"On our worst night, we were the very best band on the planet...there ain't no two ways about it." - Bobby Whitlock. Bobby, you are so right. 51 years later, I am still in total awe of you guys 'In Concert' Live album (the one that shipped gold in 1970). To this day, that is the tightest, most energetic live album their is. I guess the only good thing about you guys breaking-up after such a brief time is that it makes what you did put out that much more rare and important. People will be listening to that album (and Layla) for centuries.
@@joeymyopic ; Joe I tend to agree...really amazing playing by EC (particularly Poor Elijah). But, gee, his solo on Why has Love Got to be So bad on the Doms' live is incredible, aggressive and subtle.
@@terrycarthy4433 bobbys youtube interviews r great and his will the circle live accapella from the bottom line even greater. Don't think he got near enough credit for his D&D contribution
The transformation that Bobby makes when performing is almost unrecognizable from the person we see in these interviews. Here he’s light hearted and almost childlike. When he gets behind the Hammond and sings, he’s a powerful rock n roll animal oozing with mojo. I am learning so much from these interviews. Thank you.
I'm confused what rock band improvised more than the Allman Brothers for the last 40 years that's what they did live a hell of a lot more than Eric Clapton where Derek and the Dominos LOL
I agree, the Dominos did not need anyone else...in my opinion, probably the greatest 4 piece band in rock history. The In Concert album is magnificent from start to finish and proves my point. Great as Layla is, the live music is still my favorite Dominos material.
Clapton's done a ton of great things, but as far as I'm concerned, his zenith was with the Dominos I know that in the last 20 years there hasn't been two weeks passing that I haven't listened to D & D's live At The Fillmore. It's just that damn good! Happy holidays and ya'll stay safe.
I've read about Derek and the Domino's, and Delaney and Bonnie for many years, but now I am just loving listening to the "inside scoop" from a legend like Bobby! Thank you for the awesome commentary!
bobby is ON POINT Coco with 'in/out of the box' nothing demeaning it is a state of consciousness. You can only truly improvise when you have mastered your musick. Thanks again
These interviews are like a Museum of Music History and each post is like a different room. Thanks for bringing these first hand memories to us all. It makes me feel like I was there (almost). Just a huge treat. Thank you Bobby and CoCo. You are a treasure. I am telling everybody who will listen about this amazing series. #MusicisLife!
Bobby, Happy Birthday to ya man, i just watched a concert on the Tube, Derek and the Dominoes, live @ the Lisner auditorium in D.C. on October 21 st 1970 playing little wing, you were awesome Man, My Best, Cousin Figel
You guys have slowly become probably my favorite band of all time. When I was a younger guitar player I was way in to Cream. As I have got older I totally got what you guys were doing. Less notes, better songs, much better melodies but still but of this world playing by all of you. The in and out of the box thing is spot on too. This is pure gold thanks Bobby.
Bobby and CoCo, these videos are so great!!! I love the historical content and the way you've remembered the times and the fantastic stories. They're a true joy from a musician and band member I've listened to and loved for35+years. Keep up the great work Thx
I always thought it strange that EC would ask a 16 yr old guitarist to join D&D which is what I have repeatedly read over the years....thank you for clarifying :)
"We did what we needed to do." Bobby, that puts the issue of your relationship with Eric and the rest of the Dominos into perfect perspective. As well as, "On our worst night, we were still the best rock and roll band on the planet." Your gift as a musician has long been known, and your gift as an artist grows. I look forward to you continuing to share your powerful gift of wisdom via these videos. Thanks Bobby and CoCo!
What a gem to pop up on my feed. After watching, put Bell Bottom Blues on and had a good old sing song. I was 8 when the album came out and my brother played it for the first time. I remember it going from I looked away in to the opening B C D B C...and from that moment, I was hooked. The solo is gorgeous, particularly the little pick squeals EC employed, but above all...those voc. harmonies. I have never heard before or since, 2 men singing as though their lives depended on it. It is without doubt, the standard I think of when anyone suggests I listen to a new singer. Can they sing with the same passion that EC and Bobby put in to that album. Lovely to hear your voice again Bobby.
Awesome perspectives Bobby and it sure is therapy for me , cause I remember those years and the music was so important and I play all the music that touched me through my life.. Thanks for your memories ..
Bobby and Coco, thank you so much for sharing real feelings, memories, and honest opinions. Your music is timeless and the passionate creative soulfulness you poured into it has touched millions of lives, and informed the musical aesthetics of so many musicians, me included. These videos are gems. I just found these and will have to watch and listen to every one of them.
Hey Y’all!! Happy Thanksgiving and Seasons Greetings!!! This is such an awesome channel! . Being able to get the straight and incredible stories from a member of one of my favorite bands ever!! Thank you 🙏 Bobby and Coco!!! Stay Healthy
Know who you folks are and you are amazingly talented musicians from OK!!! Thanks for all the beautiful music you've created!!!! I'm sold on the Tulsa sound and love you folks, immensely!!!!! Happy belated Turkey Day to you.
I just discovered these astounding video clips last week in the aftermath of the "All Things Must Pass Brewhaha". Sorry that I didn't know about them sooner. Forget whatever is on Netflix or whatever.....for a lover of music, these are the most informative and interesting "interviews" that I have ever seen in my life. Thanks Bobby and CoCo for what you've done and what I hope ya'll never stop doing. Pure respect, Tommy M.
I understand more now how Bobby saw Duane- it was not in a negative light, just not a long term good fit musically. It’s good to know they were friends. They were part of something special. Thanks!!
In reference to everyone wanting to join the band, Im STILL trying to be a Domino 😹😹😹 I have been blessed with music and when I do songs like ‘I Looked Away’ and ‘Keep on Growing’ the audience usually lights up, especially when I go i to story mode. Thank you both for what you are doing with this :) Getting a pignose amp soon now too :P
So awesome to sit here and listen to you both, wish I'd seen this around Thanksgiving when you recorded this. Happy New Year by the way. I'd just like to say Bobby that I went to school on the "In Concert" album and I can't even begin to tell you how it affected my life and my guitar playing. You guys had a vibe in that band that was so powerfully soulful and even after listening to it thousands of times, i still love it. In the tough times I could always put it on and feel so much better-like I was "home". Never was able to play "Let it Rain" and "Why Does Love Got to Be So Sad" etc in any of my bands, but I WAS able to do "Got to Get Better. in a LIttle While" and that was a religious experience! Not many people mention it but Eric's wah playing on the whole album is killer, he was just in a zone. His phrasing too--unreal! And your Hammond--so thick, so pretty, so funky--the interplay you guys had on "Why Does Love..." was magical. And "Let it Rain" could've gone on for 45 minutes or an hour (not including Jim's solo!) and I wouldn't have cared. I wrote down below how much I love the questions you ask him Coco-so many we've all wanted to know about. And thanks again Bobby for telling these fantastic stores....man oh man. I really could relate to the "out of a box" thing-I used to play classical music and once I'd heard rock, pop, soul, funk and jazz it was all over. As you said Coco, not having to read music was so freeing. That free playing in the Dominos certainly is what makes the live stuff REALLY incredible. I think it's important to play loose too, it's where the magic happens. I found your insights on Duane really interesting, I always wondered what it was like when he sat in with you guys in the live shows. It was intriguing to hear how his approach made it hard at times. Too structured--hmmm. I've heard people say how Duane's absence on the Fillmore shows was really felt but I never agreed with that. And it was cool to hear that you always thought of D&D as a four piece band, I've always thought that too. The too many chiefs thing, yeah that makes sense. Speaking of which, on "Layla" I always thought that Eric did just fine on his own playing "I Looked Away" and "Bell Bottom Blues". The harmonies on I Looked Away are SO pretty! All that being said, I love the Allman Brothers too and Duane--and Dicky. I'm a Neal Schon fan too, but totally get why he wasn't asked to join. Especially then, he was so young and did alot of overplaying and blazing away.. I would think that he would've gotten in the way too much, he wouldn't have fit in your thing. Interesting stuff on Dave Mason, yes his voice must've sounded great with you and Eric's--"Easy Now" with him must've sounded good! Well, I've written a novel here, it's an honor to be able to listen to you and Coco. Thanks for all of the inspiration and music! Keep On Keepin' On-yes!
Thank you, so much here, however the so many people that go on about Duane are real testy, and think EC couldn't handle it on his own. Sorry, that's a fallacy. At the time when Duane did show up, no one knew who he was. And no one said at the time, wow who was that other guitar player, he was awesome, that simply did not happen. It's the Duane fans that say, and I understand that they think their guy is jesus... but it's unbalanced.
"Oh, for God's sake; I've never played rock. Cream was two jazz musicians and a blues guitarist. We never played the same thing two nights running. It was Jazz." ~ Ginger Baker
I'll get in trouble here, but I'll go one further than Bobby in plugging D&D. Hendrix was a 100% in-the-box player. Everything he did-the solos he played, and stage antics right down to squirting the lighter fluid, was rehearsed and delivered creating the appearance of improvisation.
It's great to hear the history you put out there Bobby, Sometimes with a bit of prodding from Coco :-). You give us the stories without slanting them to anyone's advantage as most of what we see and read is. Keep it up guys, your videos are becoming the last word in how things went down back in the day. Thanks, Peace........
Thank you for this I saw D & the D’S at a place called Ruth’s in Virginia Beach in 1970 when I was 15 They skipped the first show so I was let in for the second they played till way after midnight My first concert ❤️
Layla album rocked by world. Listened to it multiple times every night. Listening now takes me straight back to that part of my life. Lucky to have seen the band at the old Cal Western College on Point Loma in San Diego. Will never forget it.
Damn! This is fun! Ain't anybody loved Duane anymore than I do, and I ain't a bit mad at you! He was right where he belonged! For my money, "Layla" is one of the greatest albums ever, and CoCo is right, it wouldn't have been the same without Duane! Thanks for sharing, I'm really enjoying these!
I love The Derek and The Dominos Studio Album, the Live Album. The out takes. I agree with everything you say. Also one of the most beautiful songs, and heartfelt songs is Thorntree in the Garden. Thank you Mr Whitlock. Your singing, songwriting, and your musicianship, and musical philosophy is the cornerstone for the greatest rock music and band.
Bobby and Coco- Thanks so much for telling these stories- pretty darn educational. ( Coco's a good interviewer) This Out of the Box vs In the box stuff is spot on. Some folks roll with it some dont...sometimes you need it sometimes you dont. Best if you can do both- I always say, takes me about 2, maybe 4 bars to sort out if someone will mesh.- but I hear you loud and clear for not judging players who cant roll either way! God Bless you all- keep the wisdom coming.
Thank you very much for your perspective on Duane. He’s the reason I play guitar but I can see what you’re saying. I always read the same things that Carl said and didn’t understand or agree. Hearing it from you and your words makes it a lot clearer. Thank you for sharing your moments in life
Thanks for telling the stories behind all of this great music. You and Eric's voice went together so well! Man I love listening to the blend of your power with his smoothness! Have you done a story on the recording of Little Wing yet? I imagine that was emotional for all involved. I'd love to hear the backstory on that tune.
“On our worst night, we were the best band, the very best band on the planet.” Yes, you were. Love you guys. Love all that talk about inside the box and outside the box. Decades ago I was an art teacher, and now in my later years think about teaching art again, and the (secret) syllabus would be very simple. A. Spend your time thinking outside the box. B. Realize the box never existed in the first place. I feel very fortune to share this kitchen table time here with you two, Coco and Bobby. This is some serious lightning-in-a-bottle talk, in remembering and in the vibe today, it’s fresh, and life is presenting an opportunity everyday. Thank you for sharing! ❤️❤️
Saw Duane play with the Dominoes at Syracuse, NY sometime around 12/6/70. They looked very compatible in a live setting, as far as I could tell. Of course, you can't tell anything about the off-stage dynamics from watching a live show.
I was lucky enough to be at the Syracuse Dominos show with Duane Allman. It was spectacular watching Clapton and Allman trading licks. On that night that band was definitely the best on the planet. Whoo! Oh, and Elton John just happened to open it!
Happy Thanksgiving Bobby, Coco and fur babies! Love playing out of the box. Unfortunately, I was in a cover band for 6 years and I’ll never do that again. In addition to Layla and the Live Album, which are absolutely incredible, I’ve gotten into jazz to loosen up my playing and get better. I’ll be 50 soon and I’m telling myself I’m having a mid-life enlightenment. Music has gotten me through pandemic and I’ve gotten so much better as a drummer from learning, listening and practicing. Hopefully, when the pandemic is under control, there’ll be a demand for live good music like when we’ve never seen before. Real music....not the flavor of the month computer-generated crap. I’ll be ready to hookup with some cool folks like y’all and make some good music. Bobby - You know you look nowhere near 72! Good lord willin’, I plan to be playing at 72. ❤️☮️
Amazing, only being familiar with the Dominies official releases, it was mind blowing listening to the live bootlegs on here at how much the band changed tempos and arrangements from night to night. Bobby emphasizes that fact here. So thankful for Bobby and Coco, still here...Tellin' The Truth.
I totally get what Bobby’s saying about the musicians and the different ways of playing. I don’t think there’s anything but respect in what he’s saying. I just think it’s his way of explaining things. I’d love to see him and Clapton play together again.
Hi kids...just discovered your CZcams channel and have got to tell you how much I appreciate it. I'm a tad bit older than you, Bobby, but have been a Blues Rock guitar player since 1961, playing in bands since then and lived 8 years of my performing life in Oklahoma. Had just graduated from SWS College in Weatherford in '70 and moved to Norman where my drummer was transferring and took a trip down to Lawton to visit my folks for a few days...think it may have been '71 by then. Mom wanted me to go over to this new box store called Trade Mart to get my little brother a toy and while he was checking out the toys, I noticed they had a record department. (Y'all let me know if this gets too long winded haha). Looking through the new albums I came across one with the strangest painting on the cover that I'd ever seen (having just graduated with a degree in art and thinking I coulda done it better haha) and I turned it over to see Derek and the Dominos on the back. My band at that time was the Nat Sommerhill Band, so I thought cool, Derek and the Dominos is a good name and I bought it. Don't remember if I knew for sure it was Eric Clapton til I got home and opened it, but....woohoo! Yowza! What a frikkin' album! What a great band! It changed my life! As soon as I got back up to Norman, Nat Sommerhill worked up a bunch of your songs. It made us one of the coolest bands in the Norman-OKC area for the whole next year and got us booked into a hot string of venues that took us up to Colorado Springs and Denver (which we fell in love with and ended up staying). Part of our appeal in that area was that we were real Oklahoma Blues musicians that looked and sounded like a cross between the Dominos and the Allmans. We had 2 guitars, bass, drums, congas and a Hammond B3 and we could play those instruments and sing! And I was the guy that sang the Bobby Whitlock parts! And the Greg Allman parts. Therefore....imagine my delight to discover you and your lovely and talented wife Coco with a CZcams channel! Anyway...have always loved you and been influenced and inspired by you and I still play on weekends with a fine Blues Rock outfit that hosts a Blues jam every Sunday early evening at a venue in Tucson Arizona. i just play and sing the Blues in the "out of the box" manner....and my lovely wife occasionally gets up and sings with us. If y'all ever find you're going to be out this way, we would love to have you jam with us. The band is also made up of seasoned pros and we will do our best to back you with respect and reverence.... and hopefully not embarrass you. Haha! Ok....enough about me. I shall post later on your Indian Ed Davis post, as i saw him in Lawton back in 64 and knew some of the guys he played with. Later! Teddy Boy Floyd
Slowhand came from his "Yardbird" days. He'd break a string and it would take a bit to put on a new string. So the audience would give him a slow clap while they were waiting and that was called, in the U.K. a "Slowhand"..
While having regrets about some concerts I've missed through the years I have to count Derek and The Dominos (small venue outside of Baltimore, Nov 29 1970) as one of the greatest concert experiences ever. They opened with Layla and Bell Bottom Blues back to back at that show. Incredible performance.
That's a big statement, but I won't argue it. That band live was incredible. The recording proves it. My favorite Eric recording. He's not out to set any speed records but he just soars majestically throughout that double live record and the expanded cd that come out much later. Eric soared while the perfect band backed him up and Eric and Bobby's double vocals were better than a choir. What a rhythm section. Jim Gordan, OMG.
They were in the conversation, I'll go along with that. When I was in school, I wore that D&D Live in Concert album out, they were definitely on fire, and that was the peak of Eric Clapton, he was never the same after that group dissolved. The version of "Why does love have to be so sad" on that live album may be the best recording Clapton ever did, it was epic. However, I don't agree that the Allmans played "in the box", I've listened to dozens of different live shows of the Allmans that lead up to the Fillmore album, and none of the songs were ever played the same way twice. The Allmans are kind of thought of as the first "jam band", so again I'm not sure I quite understand what Bobby is trying to say. Allmans at Fillmore to me is the best live album ever recorded, D&D definitely in the top 5. I do agree that they were a "4 piece", I don't think that adding Duane would have made that group better, because Eric was in total command and at the height of his powers. It would have ended up as "subtraction by addition", even though I love Duane Allman and do feel that he is Clapton's equal.
I have worked at rebuilding boats for 40 years, you have to think outside the box and be quick on your toes, I understand the concept. Last night I listened to the Live at Filmore East concert 10/23-24/70 , so just before the Album released, they were for sure just fine as a four-piece band. Clapton has done that in his career he loves to "cover himself" , I mean look at Layla or After Midnight .
In My opinion without Duane Derek and the Dominoes would be a footnote in rock history instead a transcendent touchstone. It feels to the listener that Duane was the most important ingredient and that alone is the biggest testament to his greatness.
If he hadn't had great music to play to you wouldn't be so ignorant. Offering him the opportunity to play on that record automatically put Duane in a higher place.. because of Eric's name. CoCo
@@BW-CC Respectfully, A recording of note could be good, great or ultimately transcendent. I think most people agree it is in the transcendent category. While the song is good, maybe even great, i am offering to the discussion Duanes passionate playing and note choice is magically taking the song to the most rarified air. The heartbreak of the song is personified in his playing. In the case of a song like LIKE A ROLLING STONE the similar transcendence to the listener is motivated by the words, melody and urgency of delivery. This does not diminish the guitar playing of Mike Bloomfield. He is my favorite guitar player. You posted an interesting video that seems to be saying that Duanes role in Derek Dominoes is over emphasized. Without diminishing the song, Eric clapton, bobby or anyone else I am proposing that to the listener it is duane that takes it to that ultimate greatness. Think of Elton John without Bernie Taupin. It goes from the sublime to really good not to really bad.
@@BW-CC Duane was well on his way to fame & to have him on Layla just made that album even greater than it would have been without him. He never needed Eric's name to become the master player he was. Sorry to disagree with your assessment. Yes you were there .i was not. I had to toss this in just because Duane was one of the players that made me want to play. Love all your work Bobby but Duane was the man that helped make that LP a classic & in truth he belonged with The Allmans most of all.
100%. Duane lit that thing on fire - EC has said as much. And he personally transformed the song Layla from a nice little ballad - think of the EC Unplugged version, to the epic it became by coming up with riff and adding that stratospheric slide work. Without that song becoming the epic it became , the album never takes off.
Coco, thank you so much for bringing these interviews out to us.....it is so important and brings us closer to the RnR. Very important to be doing this. Also, makes us want to pick up the records again. oh, a big thanks to Bobby for willing to do this and to listen to you! would love to see him and Eric have a ZOOM session now and reminisce...cheers steve
I feel fortunate to be able to play Clapton, Skydog and Betts solos. It took time to really dissect this guitar work however it's become clear to me how good Clapton really was playing. Clapton's major minor solos are amazing and the bends are big time. As big a Skydog fan as I am it's clear Clapton was playing at a different level. His solos are epic during these years. Thanks for the real story BW and Coco you're the best !
Bobby, thanks for clarifying the Neil Schon story. What a lot of us heard was that Neil turned down Eric’s offer to join the Dominoes and went with Santana instead. I actually read that in a magazine many years ago and now it’s become a myth. The other myth I hear from Duane fans is that he played most of the guitars on the album and I always knew that wasn’t a fact. Personally as much as I love Duane, (I consider him the greatest slide guitarist since Blind Wille McTell), my very favorite tracks guitar wise on the Layla album are the ones with out him. Eric’s guitar parts on ‘I looked Away’ is some of the most beautiful playing I’ve ever heard from anyone. Same with ‘Bell Bottom Blues’ and ‘Keep on Growing’ Thanks for your contribution and insight into this historic and important music. We are blessed to have you.
I heard the Neil Schon story as well...kind of figured it was a bunch of hogwash.... I like Santana but not a journey or neil Schon fan ....but .. to each their own
Unbelievable for someone who was in the middle of this historic band to be so accessible to the fans. Thanks to you both for making this happen. Bobby, do you know what make and model amp Eric used for the Layla sessions?
And in addition to my previous comment … I’ve been watching live music for about 40 years … I’ve seen many 🎸 guitar greats … including Peter Green … Eddie VH … Alvin Lee … and many many more … and Eric Clapton is absolutely the BEST guitar player I’ve ever seen … by far … this is my opinion… but this comes from years of watching these players live … multiple times … Robin Trower … Joe Bonamassa …I’ve seen them … and EC is special…
Thanks for sharing your stories Bobby... when I was about 12 we were asked in school to write something about a book you had read... I wasn't into reading (I know now thats because I'm dyslexic) so I wrote out the lyrics to Thorn Tree In The Garden.. the teacher made me stay after class.. looking back she was half worried for my mental state of mind and half impressed I had knowledge of this music ... she was a cool arty teacher.. we got on really well throughout school after that:-)
Derek and Domino’s..had a blues feel to the seasoned guys..Neil schon wud never fit in….Duane grew up on blues so he fit…only a certain type of player wud make it viable …great piece guys❤…I always liked guys that don’t play a song exactly by the record..I’ve had disagreements with many players about why a song has to sound like the juke box…it’s a feel anyway
Truth from a truthful man . Sky Dog would be by his side on everything . Duane was a band member guy just like Bobby . The media made Duane a front man , He loved the band concept
@@BW-CC doesn’t need to be all at once! Lol, those were three requests in one comment. I just remember Bobby and you telling the leaving Mississippi story on the live album and it was fascinating to hear it! Love you both so much, have a great holiday season and Merry Christmas!
Jim Haubert here, Bobby, your backing vocals is what made that band, so powerful over top Eric's, was that planned or just improvised? Anyway I was in high school when the Layla album came out, they will be playing that 200 years from now!!!
Oh man, am I ever glad I've surfed into this one. What a captivating time I've had listening to this. I'm 66 here in '21 so this is most def. my era and my music. To put that in a little perspective, as a freshman in college 73-74 Derek/Dominos was the vinyl that you heard blaring on darn near everybody's turntable as you walked by each room in your dorm on the way to your room. Towels stuffed under the doors to keep the weed smoke from wafting into the R.A.'s room (a guy who was prob. only 23 himself and doing the same stuff....can I get a witness? Anyhow, I would like to make an observation and see if either Bobby or CoCo care to comment IF they happen to ever read this: Bobby seems to get pretty uptight and wound up....and almost defensive when doing this interview. Is this just his personality (because I thoroughly understand myself), or are these questions and roads he's gone down so MANY TIMES in the past and he's sick of it? He mentioned towards the end about his "going downhill" period (oh jeez I can relate so very much too....I've had to pull up my bootstraps and conquer addictions, personality deficiencies internally, etc. etc.). Is that what he is referring to.....a downhill slide in his personal and professional life at the end of Derek/Dom's?? I'm grateful for anybody's time in answering this. God Bless us all and God Bless America again, please. jbeinarizona
Everyone tends to get offended 😂. Right, and you shoud not care about those people. Just be yourself and keep up the good work! Thank you for these videos.
I had the honor of meeting Bobby. The way I met him is a one in a million chance meeting. My Grandmother, who passed away 24 years ago had lived in her house since the 40's. After her passing we sold it. over the years it sold two or more times.I heard it was on the market again. This is a beautiful 8,000 sqft. house. Built in 1936, when they made houses that last.
One day I get a call from my Sister and she says,"guess who bought Mere's house?...Bobby Whitlock! Well, I was stunned. About a year later I was in the small Texas town and wanted to see what they had done to it as that house was a big part of our lives growing up. Me being a guitar player and a big fan of not only Bobby, but Clapton and all that era of music. I knocked on the door. He answered and I told him who I was and I wanted to see what the house looked like now. He welcomed me in and couldn't have been nicer! he let me take a little video and a few pics of his platinum records. we talked a while about the house and music a little. I didn't want to wear out my welcome so I began to say my thank you's. As I was leaving he told me to come back to see his art showing at the Museum. What an honor to meet, in my opinion, a man that is such a fine musician and made some of the best music with other such talented people. What a blessed life!
Bobby, if you read this I have something from the house I think you would want. Next time I'm in town I might knock on your door. It is the original iron door for the incinerator in the basement.
Bobby Whitlock's background vocals on "Bell Bottom Blues" is indispensable. Without it the song wouldn't have anywhere near the emotional impact that it does. Same for the song "She's Gone" and "Tell the Truth". Probably even more
Right.
He has the emotion in his voice that Clapton was writing about: his broken hearted affair with Patty Boyd, Harrison’s wife.
I'm the owner of the unpopular opinion that Bobby's "Thorn Tree in the Garden" is the best track on the Layla album. I just adore that song and Bobby's soulful voice.
These interviews that you all began months ago have been without a doubt some of the most informative, entertaining, and enlightening "music" documentations ever. Thank you Bobby for sharing these stories that you lived. Incredible.
Thank you so much
@Jason Shepard that's awesome, thank you
you are correct,,,,i feel the same way...my favorit ch. on youtube..
@@BW-CC Wishing 9x the best Christmas that you and Coco ever had, Mr Whitlock.
Playing "out of the box" is so evident on the Live at the Fillmore LP. You guys just kicked it. I just wish it was videoed.
"On our worst night, we were the very best band on the planet...there ain't no two ways about it." - Bobby Whitlock. Bobby, you are so right. 51 years later, I am still in total awe of you guys 'In Concert' Live album (the one that shipped gold in 1970). To this day, that is the tightest, most energetic live album their is. I guess the only good thing about you guys breaking-up after such a brief time is that it makes what you did put out that much more rare and important. People will be listening to that album (and Layla) for centuries.
2nd best band after the delaney and bonnie on tour band, eric's best playing ever
@@joeymyopic ; Joe I tend to agree...really amazing playing by EC (particularly Poor Elijah). But, gee, his solo on Why has Love Got to be So bad on the Doms' live is incredible, aggressive and subtle.
@@terrycarthy4433 bobbys youtube interviews r great and his will the circle live accapella from the bottom line even greater. Don't think he got near enough credit for his D&D contribution
The transformation that Bobby makes when performing is almost unrecognizable from the person we see in these interviews. Here he’s light hearted and almost childlike. When he gets behind the Hammond and sings, he’s a powerful rock n roll animal oozing with mojo. I am learning so much from these interviews. Thank you.
I love this channel as well. There's nothing else like it.
Absolutely awesome videos. We are so lucky to have Bobby’s memories about this crucial period in music 🎶 history. Thank you Coco, thank you Bobby .
I'm confused what rock band improvised more than the Allman Brothers for the last 40 years that's what they did live a hell of a lot more than Eric Clapton where Derek and the Dominos LOL
@@frankrichards3089... "where Derek and the Dominos"...what? LOL !
You're not making sense, Frank.
“...I was there for an education...Boy did I get one!” 😂
This man lived what we all heard. Bobby is a legend he co wrote a huge chapter of rock history he was there while history was being imprinted.
I agree, the Dominos did not need anyone else...in my opinion, probably the greatest 4 piece band in rock history. The In Concert album is magnificent from start to finish and proves my point. Great as Layla is, the live music is still my favorite Dominos material.
Clapton's done a ton of great things, but as far as I'm concerned, his zenith was with the Dominos I know that in the last 20 years there hasn't been two weeks passing that I haven't listened to D & D's live At The Fillmore. It's just that damn good! Happy holidays and ya'll stay safe.
Thank you!
Totally agree. The live Dominoes LP just burns.
I'd say that his vocals kept improving, cleaning up does wonders for the voice ;-) However the live album to me far outshines the Layla album FWIW
I have it but haven't listened to dominoes Fillmore since 2009.
When he talks about "in the box" I think he's simply saying the Allmans had specific arrangements worked out in advance.
Yes yes yes
These video memoirs are gems! We're fortunate to have you put this out for us
Thank you
Bobby, thank you for being you. Speak your truth. Can’t wait to see you live someday.
I've read about Derek and the Domino's, and Delaney and Bonnie for many years, but now I am just loving listening to the "inside scoop" from a legend like Bobby! Thank you for the awesome commentary!
I don't see how anybody can be mad with Bobby when he talks about anything. He's a great down-to-earth guy. Good-hearted man and fantastic musician!
bobby is ON POINT Coco with 'in/out of the box' nothing demeaning it is a state of consciousness. You can only truly improvise when you have mastered your musick. Thanks again
These interviews are like a Museum of Music History and each post is like a different room. Thanks for bringing these first hand memories to us all. It makes me feel like I was there (almost). Just a huge treat. Thank you Bobby and CoCo. You are a treasure. I am telling everybody who will listen about this amazing series. #MusicisLife!
Bobby, Happy Birthday to ya man, i just watched a concert on the Tube, Derek and the Dominoes, live @ the Lisner auditorium in D.C. on October 21 st 1970 playing little wing, you were awesome Man, My Best, Cousin Figel
You guys have slowly become probably my favorite band of all time. When I was a younger guitar player I was way in to Cream. As I have got older I totally got what you guys were doing. Less notes, better songs, much better melodies but still but of this world playing by all of you. The in and out of the box thing is spot on too. This is pure gold thanks Bobby.
Bobby and CoCo, these videos are so great!!! I love the historical content and the way you've remembered the times and the fantastic stories. They're a true joy from a musician and band member I've listened to and loved for35+years. Keep up the great work Thx
I always thought it strange that EC would ask a 16 yr old guitarist to join D&D which is what I have repeatedly read over the years....thank you for clarifying :)
"We did what we needed to do." Bobby, that puts the issue of your relationship with Eric and the rest of the Dominos into perfect perspective. As well as, "On our worst night, we were still the best rock and roll band on the planet." Your gift as a musician has long been known, and your gift as an artist grows. I look forward to you continuing to share your powerful gift of wisdom via these videos. Thanks Bobby and CoCo!
Thanks for the terrific insight into your life and those times.
What a gem to pop up on my feed. After watching, put Bell Bottom Blues on and had a good old sing song. I was 8 when the album came out and my brother played it for the first time. I remember it going from I looked away in to the opening B C D B C...and from that moment, I was hooked. The solo is gorgeous, particularly the little pick squeals EC employed, but above all...those voc. harmonies. I have never heard before or since, 2 men singing as though their lives depended on it. It is without doubt, the standard I think of when anyone suggests I listen to a new singer. Can they sing with the same passion that EC and Bobby put in to that album. Lovely to hear your voice again Bobby.
Happy to you, Bobby im from kentucky, 66, wore out delaney,bonnie ,layla, stax records, etc.. white soul. Appreciate what you did .allmans...
Great interview, have a really great Holiday season you two. ♥🎶
These videos are so entertaining and enlightening about a period in music when I was growing up, Thanks for the upload.
Awesome perspectives Bobby and it sure is therapy for me , cause I remember those years and the music was so important and I play all the music that touched me through my life.. Thanks for your memories ..
Love these interviews. They are relaxed and open. So much better than the typical interview you hear with rock legends. Thanks for doing these.
I've been binge watching these interviews. Thank you so much for bringing the stories from this criminally underated artist
Thank you Jason
This chat is a joy to listen to. Fascinating and insightful. Over the past couple of nights I've listen to several now. Thank you
Bobby and Coco, thank you so much for sharing real feelings, memories, and honest opinions. Your music is timeless and the passionate creative soulfulness you poured into it has touched millions of lives, and informed the musical aesthetics of so many musicians, me included. These videos are gems. I just found these and will have to watch and listen to every one of them.
Thank you, happy to know you are liking them.
Man I love these videos! Hope you both had a great thanksgiving!
Hey Y’all!! Happy Thanksgiving and Seasons Greetings!!! This is such an awesome channel! . Being able to get the straight and incredible stories from a member of one of my favorite bands ever!! Thank you 🙏 Bobby and Coco!!! Stay Healthy
I never had to read it, Layla is not only Clapton's best work, but perhaps one of the best of all rock.
Know who you folks are and you are amazingly talented musicians from OK!!! Thanks for all the beautiful music you've created!!!! I'm sold on the Tulsa sound and love you folks, immensely!!!!! Happy belated Turkey Day to you.
Just found this channel 😊😊 fantastic, I love this stuff and Bobby is a legend, a real gifted musician
Wonderful stories, great format - thank you.
I just discovered these astounding video clips last week in the aftermath of the "All Things Must Pass Brewhaha". Sorry that I didn't know about them sooner. Forget whatever is on Netflix or whatever.....for a lover of music, these are the most informative and interesting "interviews" that I have ever seen in my life. Thanks Bobby and CoCo for what you've done and what I hope ya'll never stop doing. Pure respect, Tommy M.
Thanks for all these details Bobby and very glad to hear you say you are having so much fun.
I understand more now how Bobby saw Duane- it was not in a negative light, just not a long term good fit musically. It’s good to know they were friends. They were part of something special. Thanks!!
they were very good friends.
In reference to everyone wanting to join the band, Im STILL trying to be a Domino 😹😹😹
I have been blessed with music and when I do songs like ‘I Looked Away’ and ‘Keep on Growing’ the audience usually lights up, especially when I go i to story mode. Thank you both for what you are doing with this :)
Getting a pignose amp soon now too :P
Awesome 👌
Bobby, Duane slide ads so much to the sound, which was fantastic! Legendary! The slide work on that album some of the best blues ever played!
Yes... so was ECs slide..
To say that they didn't need Duane....🙄. I get It, they were a talented band without him, but come on.
So awesome to sit here and listen to you both, wish I'd seen this around Thanksgiving when you recorded this. Happy New Year by the way. I'd just like to say Bobby that I went to school on the "In Concert" album and I can't even begin to tell you how it affected my life and my guitar playing. You guys had a vibe in that band that was so powerfully soulful and even after listening to it thousands of times, i still love it. In the tough times I could always put it on and feel so much better-like I was "home". Never was able to play "Let it Rain" and "Why Does Love Got to Be So Sad" etc in any of my bands, but I WAS able to do "Got to Get Better. in a LIttle While" and that was a religious experience! Not many people mention it but Eric's wah playing on the whole album is killer, he was just in a zone. His phrasing too--unreal! And your Hammond--so thick, so pretty, so funky--the interplay you guys had on "Why Does Love..." was magical. And "Let it Rain" could've gone on for 45 minutes or an hour (not including Jim's solo!) and I wouldn't have cared.
I wrote down below how much I love the questions you ask him Coco-so many we've all wanted to know about. And thanks again Bobby for telling these fantastic stores....man oh man. I really could relate to the "out of a box" thing-I used to play classical music and once I'd heard rock, pop, soul, funk and jazz it was all over. As you said Coco, not having to read music was so freeing. That free playing in the Dominos certainly is what makes the live stuff REALLY incredible. I think it's important to play loose too, it's where the magic happens. I found your insights on Duane really interesting, I always wondered what it was like when he sat in with you guys in the live shows. It was intriguing to hear how his approach made it hard at times. Too structured--hmmm. I've heard people say how Duane's absence on the Fillmore shows was really felt but I never agreed with that. And it was cool to hear that you always thought of D&D as a four piece band, I've always thought that too. The too many chiefs thing, yeah that makes sense. Speaking of which, on "Layla" I always thought that Eric did just fine on his own playing "I Looked Away" and "Bell Bottom Blues". The harmonies on I Looked Away are SO pretty! All that being said, I love the Allman Brothers too and Duane--and Dicky. I'm a Neal Schon fan too, but totally get why he wasn't asked to join. Especially then, he was so young and did alot of overplaying and blazing away.. I would think that he would've gotten in the way too much, he wouldn't have fit in your thing. Interesting stuff on Dave Mason, yes his voice must've sounded great with you and Eric's--"Easy Now" with him must've sounded good! Well, I've written a novel here, it's an honor to be able to listen to you and Coco. Thanks for all of the inspiration and music! Keep On Keepin' On-yes!
Thank you, so much here, however the so many people that go on about Duane are real testy, and think EC couldn't handle it on his own. Sorry, that's a fallacy. At the time when Duane did show up, no one knew who he was. And no one said at the time, wow who was that other guitar player, he was awesome, that simply did not happen. It's the Duane fans that say, and I understand that they think their guy is jesus... but it's unbalanced.
Thank you, Bobby Whitlock, for your excellent musicianship. And thank you for these wonderful insights into the world of rock and roll.
"Oh, for God's sake; I've never played rock. Cream was two jazz musicians and a blues guitarist.
We never played the same thing two nights running. It was Jazz." ~ Ginger Baker
I'll get in trouble here, but I'll go one further than Bobby in plugging D&D. Hendrix was a 100% in-the-box player. Everything he did-the solos he played, and stage antics right down to squirting the lighter fluid, was rehearsed and delivered creating the appearance of improvisation.
Lol... love it. Thank you
It's great to hear the history you put out there Bobby, Sometimes with a bit of prodding from Coco :-). You give us the stories without slanting them to anyone's advantage as most of what we see and read is. Keep it up guys, your videos are becoming the last word in how things went down back in the day. Thanks, Peace........
Thank you for this I saw D & the D’S at a place called Ruth’s in Virginia Beach in 1970 when I was 15
They skipped the first show so I was let in for the second they played till way after midnight
My first concert ❤️
Layla album rocked by world. Listened to it multiple times every night. Listening now takes me straight back to that part of my life. Lucky to have seen the band at the old Cal Western College on Point Loma in San Diego. Will never forget it.
I totally understand his in the box, out of the box analogy. I enjoy you both foing these videos. Great stuff
D AND THE D'S FILLMORE EAST SHOW..NEVER WILL BE ERASED FROM MY MIND...
Damn! This is fun! Ain't anybody loved Duane anymore than I do, and I ain't a bit mad at you! He was right where he belonged! For my money, "Layla" is one of the greatest albums ever, and CoCo is right, it wouldn't have been the same without Duane! Thanks for sharing, I'm really enjoying these!
I may challenge you ion which one of us loves Duane more!!JK. He's the best of them.
@@vickiefullerton8005 Challenge accepted! But there was enough Duane to go around, he just left us too soon!
I love The Derek and The Dominos Studio Album, the Live Album. The out takes. I agree with everything you say. Also one of the most beautiful songs, and heartfelt songs is Thorntree in the Garden. Thank you Mr Whitlock. Your singing, songwriting, and your musicianship, and musical philosophy is the cornerstone for the greatest rock music and band.
That's really kind of you to say
so wonderful. plus at 13:20 while recognizing the awesomeness of the layla solo, bobby acknowledges eric's solo on 'groanin the blues'. goosebumps
Bobby and Coco- Thanks so much for telling these stories- pretty darn educational. ( Coco's a good interviewer) This Out of the Box vs In the box stuff is spot on. Some folks roll with it some dont...sometimes you need it sometimes you dont. Best if you can do both- I always say, takes me about 2, maybe 4 bars to sort out if someone will mesh.- but I hear you loud and clear for not judging players who cant roll either way! God Bless you all- keep the wisdom coming.
Thank you very much for your perspective on Duane. He’s the reason I play guitar but I can see what you’re saying. I always read the same things that Carl said and didn’t understand or agree. Hearing it from you and your words makes it a lot clearer. Thank you for sharing your moments in life
Thanks for telling the stories behind all of this great music. You and Eric's voice went together so well! Man I love listening to the blend of your power with his smoothness!
Have you done a story on the recording of Little Wing yet? I imagine that was emotional for all involved. I'd love to hear the backstory on that tune.
“On our worst night, we were the best band, the very best band on the planet.” Yes, you were. Love you guys. Love all that talk about inside the box and outside the box. Decades ago I was an art teacher, and now in my later years think about teaching art again, and the (secret) syllabus would be very simple. A. Spend your time thinking outside the box. B. Realize the box never existed in the first place.
I feel very fortune to share this kitchen table time here with you two, Coco and Bobby. This is some serious lightning-in-a-bottle talk, in remembering and in the vibe today, it’s fresh, and life is presenting an opportunity everyday. Thank you for sharing! ❤️❤️
Thank you very much for getting it
Love Bobby, Love his playing and singing, such a down to earth guy!!!
I'm glad you're telling the stories behind the music
Let's also not forget how bobby saved It's Too Late with his excellent vocals, in response to Eric's, in the chorus.
Saw Duane play with the Dominoes at Syracuse, NY sometime around 12/6/70. They looked very compatible in a live setting, as far as I could tell. Of course, you can't tell anything about the off-stage dynamics from watching a live show.
I was lucky enough to be at the Syracuse Dominos show with Duane Allman. It was spectacular watching Clapton and Allman trading licks.
On that night that band was definitely the best on the planet. Whoo!
Oh, and Elton John just happened to open it!
Happy Thanksgiving Bobby, Coco and fur babies! Love playing out of the box. Unfortunately, I was in a cover band for 6 years and I’ll never do that again. In addition to Layla and the Live Album, which are absolutely incredible, I’ve gotten into jazz to loosen up my playing and get better. I’ll be 50 soon and I’m telling myself I’m having a mid-life enlightenment. Music has gotten me through pandemic and I’ve gotten so much better as a drummer from learning, listening and practicing. Hopefully, when the pandemic is under control, there’ll be a demand for live good music like when we’ve never seen before. Real music....not the flavor of the month computer-generated crap. I’ll be ready to hookup with some cool folks like y’all and make some good music. Bobby - You know you look nowhere near 72! Good lord willin’, I plan to be playing at 72. ❤️☮️
Like riding a wave; that beautiful music you guys made... so true.Thank you for so many great musical memories that continue to give 🙏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
These are brilliant cheers Bobby
Happy Thanksgiving, CoCo & Bobby!
Amazing, only being familiar with the Dominies official releases, it was mind blowing listening to the live bootlegs on here at how much the band changed tempos and arrangements from night to night. Bobby emphasizes that fact here. So thankful for Bobby and Coco, still here...Tellin' The Truth.
I totally get what Bobby’s saying about the musicians and the different ways of playing. I don’t think there’s anything but respect in what he’s saying. I just think it’s his way of explaining things.
I’d love to see him and Clapton play together again.
Hi kids...just discovered your CZcams channel and have got to tell you how much I appreciate it. I'm a tad bit older than you, Bobby, but have been a Blues Rock guitar player since 1961, playing in bands since then and lived 8 years of my performing life in Oklahoma. Had just graduated from SWS College in Weatherford in '70 and moved to Norman where my drummer was transferring and took a trip down to Lawton to visit my folks for a few days...think it may have been '71 by then. Mom wanted me to go over to this new box store called Trade Mart to get my little brother a toy and while he was checking out the toys, I noticed they had a record department. (Y'all let me know if this gets too long winded haha). Looking through the new albums I came across one with the strangest painting on the cover that I'd ever seen (having just graduated with a degree in art and thinking I coulda done it better haha) and I turned it over to see Derek and the Dominos on the back. My band at that time was the Nat Sommerhill Band, so I thought cool, Derek and the Dominos is a good name and I bought it. Don't remember if I knew for sure it was Eric Clapton til I got home and opened it, but....woohoo! Yowza! What a frikkin' album! What a great band! It changed my life!
As soon as I got back up to Norman, Nat Sommerhill worked up a bunch of your songs. It made us one of the coolest bands in the Norman-OKC area for the whole next year and got us booked into a hot string of venues that took us up to Colorado Springs and Denver (which we fell in love with and ended up staying). Part of our appeal in that area was that we were real Oklahoma Blues musicians that looked and sounded like a cross between the Dominos and the Allmans. We had 2 guitars, bass, drums, congas and a Hammond B3 and we could play those instruments and sing! And I was the guy that sang the Bobby Whitlock parts! And the Greg Allman parts.
Therefore....imagine my delight to discover you and your lovely and talented wife Coco with a CZcams channel!
Anyway...have always loved you and been influenced and inspired by you and I still play on weekends with a fine Blues Rock outfit that hosts a Blues jam every Sunday early evening at a venue in Tucson Arizona. i just play and sing the Blues in the "out of the box" manner....and my lovely wife occasionally gets up and sings with us. If y'all ever find you're going to be out this way, we would love to have you jam with us. The band is also made up of seasoned pros and we will do our best to back you with respect and reverence.... and hopefully not embarrass you. Haha!
Ok....enough about me. I shall post later on your Indian Ed Davis post, as i saw him in Lawton back in 64 and knew some of the guys he played with. Later!
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Thank you. Great story.
Slowhand came from his "Yardbird" days. He'd break a string and it would take a bit to put on a new string. So the audience would give him a slow clap while they were waiting and that was called, in the U.K. a "Slowhand"..
more cool insight - great stuff thank you
Bobby Whitlock explains the mechanics of music better than anybody I have ever seen or heard and doesn't blink amazing simply amazing.
While having regrets about some concerts I've missed through the years I have to count Derek and The Dominos (small venue outside of Baltimore, Nov 29 1970) as one of the greatest concert experiences ever. They opened with Layla and Bell Bottom Blues back to back at that show. Incredible performance.
Awesome that you were there.
I was one day old. I would have loved to have been there. Lol
@@chrisdocchio9404 best excuse ever for missing a show Chris :)
"On our worst night we were the Best band on the planet!" BOOM (mic drop)!!
That's a big statement, but I won't argue it. That band live was incredible. The recording proves it. My favorite Eric recording. He's not out to set any speed records but he just soars majestically throughout that double live record and the expanded cd that come out much later. Eric soared while the perfect band backed him up and Eric and Bobby's double vocals were better than a choir. What a rhythm section. Jim Gordan, OMG.
They were in the conversation, I'll go along with that. When I was in school, I wore that D&D Live in Concert album out, they were definitely on fire, and that was the peak of Eric Clapton, he was never the same after that group dissolved. The version of "Why does love have to be so sad" on that live album may be the best recording Clapton ever did, it was epic.
However, I don't agree that the Allmans played "in the box", I've listened to dozens of different live shows of the Allmans that lead up to the Fillmore album, and none of the songs were ever played the same way twice. The Allmans are kind of thought of as the first "jam band", so again I'm not sure I quite understand what Bobby is trying to say. Allmans at Fillmore to me is the best live album ever recorded, D&D definitely in the top 5.
I do agree that they were a "4 piece", I don't think that adding Duane would have made that group better, because Eric was in total command and at the height of his powers. It would have ended up as "subtraction by addition", even though I love Duane Allman and do feel that he is Clapton's equal.
Jimmy Carl Black would argue the point. 🙂
I have worked at rebuilding boats for 40 years, you have to think outside the box and be quick on your toes, I understand the concept. Last night I listened to the Live at Filmore East concert 10/23-24/70 , so just before the Album released, they were for sure just fine as a four-piece band. Clapton has done that in his career he loves to "cover himself" , I mean look at Layla or After Midnight .
bobby wears the coolest shirts
In My opinion without Duane Derek and the Dominoes would be a footnote in rock history instead a transcendent touchstone. It feels to the listener that Duane was the most important ingredient and that alone is the biggest testament to his greatness.
If he hadn't had great music to play to you wouldn't be so ignorant.
Offering him the opportunity to play on that record automatically put Duane in a higher place.. because of Eric's name.
CoCo
@@BW-CC
Respectfully, A recording of note could be good, great or ultimately transcendent. I think most people agree it is in the transcendent category.
While the song is good, maybe even great, i am offering to the discussion Duanes passionate playing and note choice is magically taking the song to the most rarified air. The heartbreak of the song is personified in his playing.
In the case of a song like LIKE A ROLLING STONE the similar transcendence to the listener is motivated by the words, melody and urgency of delivery. This does not diminish the guitar playing of Mike Bloomfield. He is my favorite guitar player.
You posted an interesting video that seems to be saying that Duanes role in Derek Dominoes is over emphasized. Without diminishing the song, Eric clapton, bobby or anyone else I am proposing that to the listener it is duane that takes it to that ultimate greatness.
Think of Elton John without Bernie Taupin. It goes from the sublime to really good not to really bad.
@@BW-CC Duane was well on his way to fame & to have him on Layla just made that album even greater than it would have been without him. He never needed Eric's name to become the master player he was. Sorry to disagree with your assessment. Yes you were there .i was not. I had to toss this in just because Duane was one of the players that made me want to play. Love all your work Bobby but Duane was the man that helped make that LP a classic & in truth he belonged with The Allmans most of all.
100%. Duane lit that thing on fire - EC has said as much. And he personally transformed the song Layla from a nice little ballad - think of the EC Unplugged version, to the epic it became by coming up with riff and adding that stratospheric slide work. Without that song becoming the epic it became , the album never takes off.
Coco, thank you so much for bringing these interviews out to us.....it is so important and brings us closer to the RnR. Very important to be doing this. Also, makes us want to pick up the records again. oh, a big thanks to Bobby for willing to do this and to listen to you! would love to see him and Eric have a ZOOM session now and reminisce...cheers steve
Hope you guy's had a great holiday and if ya ever make it back to Chicago would love to maybe hook up for dinner.......
I feel fortunate to be able to play Clapton, Skydog and Betts solos. It took time to really dissect this guitar work however it's become clear to me how good Clapton really was playing. Clapton's major minor solos are amazing and the bends are big time. As big a Skydog fan as I am it's clear Clapton was playing at a different level. His solos are epic during these years. Thanks for the real story BW and Coco you're the best !
Bobby, thanks for clarifying the Neil Schon story. What a lot of us heard was that Neil turned down Eric’s offer to join the Dominoes and went with Santana instead. I actually read that in a magazine many years ago and now it’s become a myth. The other myth I hear from Duane fans is that he played most of the guitars on the album and I always knew that wasn’t a fact. Personally as much as I love Duane, (I consider him the greatest slide guitarist since Blind Wille McTell), my very favorite tracks guitar wise on the Layla album are the ones with out him. Eric’s guitar parts on ‘I looked Away’ is some of the most beautiful playing I’ve ever heard from anyone. Same with ‘Bell Bottom Blues’ and ‘Keep on Growing’ Thanks for your contribution and insight into this historic and important music. We are blessed to have you.
I heard the Neil Schon story as well...kind of figured it was a bunch of hogwash.... I like Santana but not a journey or neil Schon fan ....but .. to each their own
Schon in the Dominoes?? Two left shoes. Night and day.
Unbelievable for someone who was in the middle of this historic band to be so accessible to the fans. Thanks to you both for making this happen. Bobby, do you know what make and model amp Eric used for the Layla sessions?
I once read that clappers used a pignose a lot of the time and I believe a champ. May have been a twin. Don’t think a Marshall came in to the equation
The Strat and 5 watt Fender Champ.
Supposedly Champs and Vibroverbs and other small combos. Not just one amp
I understand what he is saying very much coco I just subscribed loved it!
And in addition to my previous comment … I’ve been watching live music for about 40 years … I’ve seen many 🎸 guitar greats … including Peter Green … Eddie VH … Alvin Lee … and many many more … and Eric Clapton is absolutely the BEST guitar player I’ve ever seen … by far … this is my opinion… but this comes from years of watching these players live … multiple times … Robin Trower … Joe Bonamassa …I’ve seen them … and EC is special…
Thanks for sharing your stories Bobby... when I was about 12 we were asked in school to write something about a book you had read... I wasn't into reading (I know now thats because I'm dyslexic) so I wrote out the lyrics to Thorn Tree In The Garden.. the teacher made me stay after class.. looking back she was half worried for my mental state of mind and half impressed I had knowledge of this music ... she was a cool arty teacher.. we got on really well throughout school after that:-)
What an amazing story Mike, thank you for sharing that. It's touching and Bobby will be so happy to know that.
@@BW-CC the Dominos recordings are so special and mean a lot to music fans.. stay safe Bobby & CoCo xx
Derek and Domino’s..had a blues feel to the seasoned guys..Neil schon wud never fit in….Duane grew up on blues so he fit…only a certain type of player wud make it viable …great piece guys❤…I always liked guys that don’t play a song exactly by the record..I’ve had disagreements with many players about why a song has to sound like the juke box…it’s a feel anyway
Really like his comments around 12 minutes. Made me smile.
Great to hear Bobby's perspective on Dominoes and the scene.
You may not have needed Duane, but man, he lifted your four piece band to another dimension. Not as good without him.
Truth from a truthful man . Sky Dog would be by his side on everything . Duane was a band member guy just like Bobby . The media made Duane a front man , He loved the band concept
I disagree. I loved the 4 piece.
Yes...EASY NOW is so beautiful.
Would love to hear Bobby talk about his solo albums the albums you two have done, and the night you two left Mississippi!
That's so long!!
@@BW-CC doesn’t need to be all at once! Lol, those were three requests in one comment. I just remember Bobby and you telling the leaving Mississippi story on the live album and it was fascinating to hear it!
Love you both so much, have a great holiday season and Merry Christmas!
He did alright without us...
indeed.
hard to imagine Neal's tone and energy within One of the most organic bands ever
I agree with you Bobby, you were the best band, just listened to the Live at the Filmore and in my opinion the BEST live album out there
Jim Haubert here, Bobby, your backing vocals is what made that band, so powerful over top Eric's, was that planned or just improvised? Anyway I was in high school when the Layla album came out, they will be playing that 200 years from now!!!
Oh man, am I ever glad I've surfed into this one. What a captivating time I've had listening to this. I'm 66 here in '21 so this is most def. my era and my music. To put that in a little perspective, as a freshman in college 73-74 Derek/Dominos was the vinyl that you heard blaring on darn near everybody's turntable as you walked by each room in your dorm on the way to your room. Towels stuffed under the doors to keep the weed smoke from wafting into the R.A.'s room (a guy who was prob. only 23 himself and doing the same stuff....can I get a witness? Anyhow, I would like to make an observation and see if either Bobby or CoCo care to comment IF they happen to ever read this: Bobby seems to get pretty uptight and wound up....and almost defensive when doing this interview. Is this just his personality (because I thoroughly understand myself), or are these questions and roads he's gone down so MANY TIMES in the past and he's sick of it? He mentioned towards the end about his "going downhill" period (oh jeez I can relate so very much too....I've had to pull up my bootstraps and conquer addictions, personality deficiencies internally, etc. etc.). Is that what he is referring to.....a downhill slide in his personal and professional life at the end of Derek/Dom's?? I'm grateful for anybody's time in answering this. God Bless us all and God Bless America again, please. jbeinarizona
Everyone tends to get offended 😂. Right, and you shoud not care about those people. Just be yourself and keep up the good work! Thank you for these videos.
A few great dual guitar bands indeed! RS, PBBB, J.AIRPLANE, MOBY GRAPE, QMS, B.SPRINGFIELD and so on. ✌