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Song of the Week #80 – “Layla”

Written by admin on November 14, 2011 – 10:43 am -

Eric Clapton’s signature song “Layla” is “Song of the Week” on Classic Pop Icons.

“Layla” was released in 1970 on the album “Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs,” which was Clapton’s one and only album with his band Derek and the Dominos.

Layla - Derek and the Dominos

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“Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs” 40th anniversary release

Written by admin on November 5, 2010 – 6:28 pm -

The 40th anniversary of Derek and the Dominos’ classic album “Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs” will be marked by a remastered release in three editions.

No tracklists have been confirmed, but Clapton’s fan club website, Where’s Eric, speculates that there will be a single disc remastered edition, a two-disc deluxe edition and a super deluxe edition with four CDs, one DVD and two LPs.

Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs remastered

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Eric Clapton is 65 today

Written by admin on March 30, 2010 – 8:16 am -

Guitar legend Eric Clapton celebrates his 65th birthday today.

Eric Clapton is widely regarded as one of the most influential and important guitarists of all time. He has produced outstanding work throughout his career, both as a solo artist and as a member of the Yardbirds, John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers, Cream, Blind Faith, and Derek and the Dominos.

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