Here's a "dark horse" candidate (distant pun unintended): Dave Mason's 1970 solo debut/masterpiece "Alone Together". (K, I know everything is "underappreciated" to someone on RUclips, but this l.p. actually IS 😉) Fun fact: Dave played on early Derek and the Dominos sessions and their 1st gig.
Abigail, as someone old enough to be your grandpa,this was simply the most astounding review/reaction that I have ever heard. The love you have for these songs comes pouring out and overwhelmed me. This was the best 1 hour + that I have spent in a long, long time. You killed it, kiddo👍
i saw clapton when i was 17 at an outdoor venue long before the unplugged version of "layla" was ever considered and whatever conflicted feelings you or i have about him, seeing him in the early 80's was something to behold. his main home is about an hour away from me? do i want to bother him? no. do i know anything about being a rock god and the behavior that stems from addicted to drink and drugs at the height of the sexual revolution and after? no. nice appreciation of dowd and whitlock and duane. "little wing" was recorded just before hendrix died. i thought it had to have been been done after. you killed it, kiddo indeed. you're duane's age now. keep off motorbikes. take uber rides!
It was for sure, but..and there's always a 'but' right?, but, it needs a part 2, (double album, right?), focusing super-hard on the Duane Allman story.
It's kinda nice for us oldies to see a young person respond so positively to the iconic albums of our youth. This one brings up so many memories. I can't believe I'm still listening to it. When I bought the CD in the 90s I thought I was a daft old bugger wallowing in nostalgia , yet here I am again lol listening to an analysis of it. Good music doesn't get old, it doesn't 'date' that is a myth.
Wow, for one so young you would think you had been a music journalist through the 60s and 70s ! Highly impressive knowledge/ researching and thoroughly engaging. More flower-power to you girl !😎 ✌ 🌼
Eric Clapton: I need some songs for my new album. George Harrison: You want me to help out with the writing, like on Badge? Eric Clapton: Or I could just write some love songs about your wife. George Harrison: What? Eric Clapton: What?
Jim Gordon's story is such a tragedy. Guy clearly lost a battle with his mental illness, but he contributed some of the greatest Drum tracks ever rcorded to history.
If you didnt know Jim`s whole story you would say he was a monster and deserved to die in prison. Its a bit more nuanced than that. Ultimatley he was a victim of a terrible mental illness.
Oh my darling, what a wonderful, insightful soul you are. The greatest things in my life have always found me when I wasn’t looking for them. An hour ago I opened up my RUclips app and there you were holding up the signal most important piece of music from my life…start to finish, you nailed it! 50 years ago, in my early 20s, I recall being moved to tears the first time I heard this song as I sat and pondered my life without the young lady I thought was going to be mine forever. For 50 years the pain and anguish returns every time I hear those opening notes and “there is nothing I can do”, not then, not now. As I listened to your narration, tears came to my eyes as easily now as back 50 years ago. My life would change over the next 50 years, yet the entire experience which is this magnificent album will always flood back as I here those opening notes of Layla. I was blessed, having grown up in Chicago, Albert King was one of the many great blues artists I would go see at some of the many small venues in town. As you sang “there is nothing I can do”, “there is nothing I can do”, “there is nothing I can do”, “there is nothing I can do” I chocked up and again, You Nailed It! YES!!! How absolutely appropriate it’s the first time I’ve heard of you as you cover this classic. I will be listening often to your other videos.
"I feel like Clapton was best when he had somebody he deeply respected and who could actually challenge him" Spot on. I've never attended a EC gig per se, but I've seen him many times over the years. He was certainly on top form when I saw him with Steve Winwood, but even more so when I was lucky enough to catch four of Cream's gigs in 2005. Those were the only times I could really grok why some people referred to him as God.
Very well done Abigail. You are very knowledgeable and eloquent with all of your music appreciations. I know this Layla one is a year old now but it was fun to watch and I may have heard a few more details that I hadn' already known. I have been an Eric fan for 60 years now (yes!). By the time Layla and the Dominoes came to be, I was deeply moved by all of Cream and the Blind Faith album. I didn't know about Layla until about 10 months after is was created. In early July of 1971, I hear Statesborough Blues from The Allman Brothers Live and was blown away. I called my twin brother on the phone and said, "turn on the radio!" (CHOM FM in Montreal was ahead of it's time). A week later, Brian called me and said "turn on the radio." This time it was "Have You Ever Loved A Woman" from Layla. That was my intro to Duane and the Layla LP. Very quickly, we were discovering all the their great tunes from those albums. By the end of the summer, I actually saw The Allman Brothers Band live at a great outdoor concert and my life had change completely. Ironically and sadly, Brian and I were taking the commuter train to town to work for our Dad's company. Reading the morning paper, we found out that Duane died. The world had indeed changed greatly but today, Layla (And Other Assorted Love Songs) is still tied for my #1 along with Blind Faith and Abbey Road. I could write a few books on how Eric Clapton has affected me. I'm glad that he is still doing well and sounding great with his music. Something you might want to look for is a live recording of Eric and band on July 9, 1974 in Montreal. It was about the 7th show of that come-back tour and he sounded great. I have had a recording of it for years but this new version appeared on you tube in the last day or two. It sounds better and clearer than what I had before. I was at that show in 74 and it was my first of 6 times ever seeing Eric live. I was with a bunch of close friends but I couldn't speak for 2 hours after the show was done. Check it out. My understanding, is that Patty and Eric had finally united in a steady relationship around the time of that Montreal show. Cheers . . . bye . . .
I just watched your review on Layla and really enjoyed it. I've been watching several of your reviews as I was recently turned on to you by my son Laec. I'm 69 and have been a professional drummer on the US west coast of the for over 55 years. I have a fairly large vinyl collection with a wide range of different genres. I found all your reviews very well done as I am entertained by your humor and intrigued by your analysis. Layla really felt good to watch because not only was it factual but, you really connect with a great sense of genuine feeling and emotion as well as your wonderful sense of humor which also comes of as genuine. I'm going to continue to catch-up with more your prior reviews and hope to find news ones as well.
You need to check out another great album from that era, "Eric Clapton", his first solo album. Great songs w lots of harmonies by Bobby Whitlock. "Let it rain" is an unforgotten classic.
Your knowledge of late 60's/early 70's rock shines through yet again. This album was the high point of Eric Clapton's career that he never got close to again imo. The period 1969-74 really was a golden age for rock. A real tragedy that Duane Allman was killed in a motorcycle accident just a year after this album was made.
Disagree. Disraeli Gears is also amazing, as is Derek and Dominos In Concert. 461 Ocean Blvd, Slowhand, From the Cradle, Unplugged all awesome too. But I would also argue that no one else has reached this band's height - its arguably the greatest album in rock history.
Hello, Abby! First time viewer here and new subscriber! This might get lost in the comments but I just want to say that I enjoyed your take on the Layla album! Layla is my all time favorite song and favorite album as well. I’ve first heard Layla when I was 4 years old. It was introduced to me by my grandfather (1950-2004). Every time I visit his grave, I always play it for him while we talk. 22 years later and I have never gotten tired of listening to Layla. I too was moved by this song and it has gotten me through tough times as well! This song has so many meanings to me. It is awesome that someone my age knows the story of Layla. If I ever have a daughter, her name will be Layla of course. Fun fact, I even got the album cover tattooed on my chest! Looking forward to more vinyl Mondays! God bless, Abby! Aaron
This video opened so many doors to worlds I've never before explored, I don't know where to begin! Though Eric Clapton was certainly popular to many of my peers, only a small part of his music was on my radar at the time. Now of course I realize how interconnected the rock music world was at that time and I love the deep dives! Your video is my first deep dive into Layla! I honestly knew nothing about this record except Derrick is Eric and I liked the title track and loved the music of Bell Bottom Blues! I had no clue "what it's all a-bout" (see what I did there?). I had to back it up and listen to you again several times because my mind was getting blown!!! I now must finally get my hands on this record and get immersed! Thank you for this extremely well researched and fascinating piece!
thank you so much! you picked a great place to start, pretty sure i accidentally made the most thorough deep-dive on layla on all of youtube haha. enjoy your copy whenever you find it!
My 2nd comment on your channel! I am under 20 yrs old, but I sure dig music from the past! Most genres and styles! I just had to let you know, Layla is my 2nd favorite rock song of all time! My favorite is Hotel California by The Eagles! You really put out great content, and you do it with style, humor and so many other positive attributes! Keep it up and have a great one!
Congrats Abby on a fab Season 1! Re. "Layla", your deep feeling moves and inspires; Duane was clearly key to what seem to have been amazing sessions. This is a record directly from the heart, a cultural touchstone of the post-60's 70's. Now all I want to do is thank you girl for the groovy clothes and humor, and wait, you sing😎
Holy mother of god.. This deep dive, and personal journey of yours is incredible. Thank you for the back story of getting Dan's collection of vinyl and what happened next. I have wondered what will eventually happen to my 1,000 plus record collection after I am gone and can only hope it falls into the hands of someone like you that appreciates and fully understands that music is not just a recreational thing but is a door into the individual listener's soul and spirit.
I’m late to the game. This is a fantastic series. Thanks for being so in depth and intelligent about my absolutely favorite art form. I’m a huge fan of this album
This album, in my opinion, is the peak of Eric’s career. The vocals with Eric and Bobby are emotion filled, and the guitar playing is more dynamic than it was during his Cream and Bluesbreakers days. Definitely one of my favorite albums of all time. Oh, and the research you did on this album is great, I didn’t know a lot of that.
you're right, his playing was finest here - i do love that he gets more secure as a player as the years go by, but nothing compares to the fire and magic of layla. it's hard not to wonder what might've been had clapton not been decimated by this record's failure. but at the same time, i really and truly think this record was/is impossible to truly follow up
@@abigaildevoe Yeah, this record is definitely perfection and it is insane that it wasn’t more respected at the time. I enjoy his other 70s albums though, and he also had some very good musicians with him after he came back from his heroin hiatus.
I love your review . Very entertaining and insightful . I am amazed by this record and was when it was released. It was my go to album when I was crushing on a women or heartbroken. Its exhibit A in any defense of Eric Clapton as an artist . I would also include Blind Faith but that’s most likely because I saw them at a festival along with Bonnie and Delaney in July 69 . I would slightly quibble with your exclusion of Have you ever loved a Women as part of the A plot line as the lyrics are about being in love with your best friends women . But I loved you review .Thank You for your well researched takes .
Abigail, thanks so much for the deep dive into Derek and the Dominos! Thank you for the feminine take on his laying it all on the line for love Lp!! The title tells it all , as does the back cover, but I never got it before your video. I have two ATCO copies and two RSO copies. I dusted off an ATCO copy and can now enjoy the album as a whole (rather than just one side at a time)! The context is everything and puts this album back where it belongs , alongside his very best albums of all time (such as Goodbye Cream)!!!
It's great to hear the perspective from a young person who had an epiphany with this album. I've experienced that feeling many times throughout my life with so many albums. But that first one that hits you like a bolt of lightning is always special. For me, that album was the Blue Album by The Beatles. That was the one that got me to tune in & turn on. It opened up a myriad of doors to other bands. Have fun during your break!
very special indeed :) i was lucky enough to have two of those: this album and the episode i have scheduled for november 21st. lightning rod moments that blew the doors of musical discovery wide open
25:28 ... the uptempo version of Tell the Truth has always been my favorite, the slower seems to me plodding and, well, slow... 30:15 ... most live performances of popular tunes get played faster and faster as the years go by and my theory is the group is tired of having to play the hits and just want to get it over with.. 31:32 ... except for B.B. King, of course... I forget where I read it but there is a story related by, iirc Tom Dowd (but my memory fails me), of where he is present when Eric and Duane are jamming on acoustic guitars late at night in a cabin and he "wished to God he recorded!" Yeah...sigh... we all wish to God you had!! 50:54 ... no you're not... and I like Tedeschi Trucks Layla redux... 50:29 ... Absolutely!! That "Whoooo!" totally makes the song!! Just an aside: pretty sure Bobby pronounces his name Whit-lock...not Whit-luck or Whitl'ck....😉
I too was given Layla. A work-friend of my mother had purchased the album after hearing the title track and gave it me, saying it was "horrible". I got this in 1971 and still have it today. I only play the CD version these days, but like you will never part with the vinyl. A classic album. My fave track is Bell-Bottom Blues, so thanks ofr the background story on it. You are a beautiful woman.
Love your dedication to an in-depth 33:11 breakdown of an entire album. That being said, I'm still waiting for an artist you critique that I really dig.
Excellent review! I'm now going back after 40+ years and listening to the Layla album, with the new insights you've shared here. I'll let you know my reactions.
Abigail I've been back in to collecting records since 2017 and since them I have streamed countless music videos. This week I discovered your channel, and I thoroughly enjoyed the Layla episode. I learned a lot I didn't know about this album given the terrific research you do, and I loved the personal story about Dan (?) giving you his entire collection. You also make the videos incredibly engaging and very fun, and I LoL several times every video! I rarely Like videos, but yours I have both Liked and Subscribed, and I look forward to streaming EVERY SINGLE ONE of your Vinyl Monday videos! Thank you for all you do to enrich the vinyl collecting experience!
Bobby Whitlock took those pictures on a Polaroid instant camera, he has a RUclips channel and talks a lot about his time with Eric. This is my favorite in my collection as well next to my UK pressing of All Things Must Pass.
Excellent video. I first heard LAOALS about 35 years ago and it blew me away. If I ever had to take 10 albums to a desert island, this is one of them. Nice job.
Thoroughly enjoyed your discussion about Layla. Was doing an art project in my studio and it just came up in the feed and I was too involved in what I was doing and so I let it run. I’m glad I did. Gave me a new appreciation for that album.❤
The love and passion for music that exudes from your videos is so inspiring and has reawakened my love for the music I once loved, but for some reason left behind. When I first discovered Layla (the track) in high school it was constantly on repeat. Although I never got around to listening to the album in full (this was pre-streaming days, so for some reason I just never got around to it) the song itself definitely played a part in introducing me to some incredible music. An extremely formative time in my life, I wouldn’t be the person I am today if not for the rabbit hole the song Layla, amongst others, led me down.
comments like this mean the world to me, thank you SO much. i hope rediscovering your love for music is just as magical as it was the first time around, and i’m honored to be a part of it :’)
Great job. Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs is my favorite album of all-time, as well. I first heard it when it first came out. I was only 11, but it touched my soul in a way that no other album had, or has, since. I love that your passion for it is as strong as mine. I've seen Clapton live 6 times over the years, and I've seen him perform only the electric part, the acoustic version, and the full version, both with his band and also with guest artists. I like the original version the best. Thank you for doing this. You've made my heart sing.
Abby, you’re a star! Layla might be my very favourite rock song of all time. I would like to see a review of Low Spark of High-Heeled Boys done in your own inimitable style. Awesome as always, thank you!
I have the 12 inch box set of this record. I also have the 3 cd 12 inch box set of The album and the rehersals. I do believe it is pretty hard to come by now. I also have a blu ray copy. I just LOVE this album. What a band. The song Layla is one of my top 10 singles . You are 24 and you have amazing taste. Good for you.
Hi, I found your channel from your recent appearance on The Giggens Show. Its cool, Layla AALS is my all time favourite album too. I'm currently binging on all your episodes, and as a fellow classic rock geek, am really enjoying them. Keep up the great work, and take care. :)
Also my favorite album. One of fist LP's I ever bought. I was 13 years old. ( 1977 ) It kead me to the blues and beyond. As I hagotten, its becomes more clear. It has never gitten old, but I have. Fly on sewwr Angel, you are awesome.
I'm sure we all have that special album in our lives that kick started our deep love for music, and you've certainly highlighted your own personal favourite here. As you said, this video was THE BIG ONE for you, and how well you presented it to us, with depth and love for everything contained within those grooves and far beyond. I've enjoyed all your Vinyl Monday videos so much and am very grateful to you for making them, thank you so much.
I’m so obsessed by this album so much so that apart from knowing the basics (whom Layla was, band line up) I’ve only ever just submitted myself to the music, it never fails to blow me away. This really is a deliciously deep dive and I am learning so much from this! Thank you
Your passion behind these videos inspires me and my art, your love for this music inspires me to write my own music. You should feel proud of this channel, and this video. You created a new RUclips classic channel in my opinion. I'm always excited to see what's next and always wanna come back to learn something new every Monday. Keep up the great work, I love you so much and can't wait to see what's next 😘😘🧡🧡
This is my absolute favorite album of all time. Dad sold his 62 burst strat for my birth right. 36 now and have listened to this album once a week. I love them all but key to the highway seems to please the ears the most.... thanks for this!
I was never a Clapton fan but I have a new appreciation after watching this. Thank you! Pink Floyd's Wish You Were Here was my personal "before and after" moment.
Hi Abigail, just listened to your Monday Vinyl review of Layla and have to agree with the rest of the comments that you nailed the information about the music and the history behind the album. I bought that album when I was about 18 years of age and still have the vinyl. Played that record all the time. Now listening to the music with fresh ears particularly the bit about Beethoven Ode to Joy in Why Does Love Have to be So Sad. Thank you for a very enjoyable listen.
I love this review! This album changed my life as much as it did yours. I was a little bit younger than you and absolutely obsessed With Eric Clapton until I heard that Duane Allman makes the birds sing at the end of “Layla”. I became obsessed with Duane at that point. His last 3 albums were “At Fillmore East”, “Layla”, and “Eat a Peach”. He died at 24. Just imagine if he would have gotten another 3 years to join the “Forever 27 Club”.
Classic rock n roll needs programmes like this especially from the young. The music of this era is the text book in music school, they are all la crem de la crem mon amme!!! ❤❤❤
The shortening of the Layla track for the top 40 market was of course a horrendous practice at the time. The practice changed my music collecting practices though a bit earlier than the release of this album. In 1967, at 13 years old, my world was finding pop bottles, turning them in for cash and buying 45's. The new group, the Doors came out with their self named album, 'The Doors', and they released singles, I think Break on Through was first, then Light My Fire. These I got but soon I heard the full version of Light My Fire at a friend's house that had the album. My whole perspective about records changed and when I picked up a Moody Blues album at a swap meet a year or so later, I realized that pop bottles were not going to pay for what I needed. I needed money for albums! It was the start of that whole 'working for a living' deal that I had to do and continued until last year when I retired. Still have all those hundreds of albums though. (as well as the 45's)
28:31 I seem to recall a story that Clapton told about finding a left-handed Strat to give to Hendrix, and showing up where he was supposed to play that night, only to hear the news that he had died. I went through about twenty five years of idolizing Clapton (I was pretty much introduced to him by Live Aid, like a lot of late Gen X) and I just found this channel and holy &$#@, this is an absolute doctoral dissertation of an album review.
This album is a curse. I was 23 years old when I first listened to it. I was going through the same pain Eric was going through so hearing this music definitely changed my life and not for the better. I do enjoy the music although it does make me sad. I never did get the girl but am very thankful for it since I now have the most wonderful daughter I could ever hope for. Thank you for your detailed info, it is always much appreciated and I wish you better events in your life than I had with it. You’re right about the fact that it kills everything in it’s path.
Beautiful story as to how to you heard that LP. And you had the most wonderful collection fall into your hands. Somebody up there likes you. That man who gave you those records was a god send. So pleased and happy for you. Not my favourite LP but you had something of a life giving moment. As I did years back. Music gives us life. Thankyou
I just discovered your channel and thoroughly enjoyed your content. Layla came out while I was in college. Because we listened to college FM you heard the full 7 minutes version exclusively and maybe that’s why everyone I knew had the album. I agree with you that only the full version of the song presents the intent.
Nice work Abby. Great video. I first heard Layla ( the long version ) on a compilation album in the early 70's. Didn't hear the entire album until the 80's l loved it, especially "Key To The Highway" and " Bell Bottom Blues."
Well done! I applaud your devotion to the pursuit of not only the greatness of these recordings, but your recognition of context Also, sorry about your folks' breakup. May you ever rise above and reap the joy you endlessly sow
Thank you for making such a fun and in-depth analysis of Layla! You put a lot of work into your videos and they are really fun to watch. The story of how you got your record collection was a nice anecdote. I frequently give records away as well. It's really rewarding being able to share the art that you are passionate about with others.
Wow, just Wow! Thank you for sharing our story with us. Your story is amazing and so are you. Keep up the fantastic work; I am learning so much and I am an "Old Dog".
Abigail, the bass is more in the mix on the remaster because they mixed to sound good on AM car radios in the Layla era. Look for this on many remixed albums from the 70's. Especially the Stones remixes. They make you realize how good Charlie and Bill held a groove.
Dope story about how the album touched you and how you found it. It came into my life beacuse a tacher in 7th grade told me what it meant to her. Had great music convos with her. Keep up the good work and solid record collection
One last thing! You made some very valid points at the end! Hopefully we can all learn from our past mistakes and move forward with confidence, optimism and joy! Goodbye for now and have a good one!
I love that album it's definitely my favorite Eric Clapton album great video it made me want to pull out the album and play it and I love the patty Boyd part
Wow, first THANK YOU, IT was an amazing experience listing to you, I just stumbled on to your videos by chance, in fact I don't listen to many at all, just saw you had a Sgt. Pepper one and thought why not, it was good and you kept referencing LAYA so I thought OK, it was amazing, I was 19 when it came out and I bought it right away, always loved the cover, being an art student I bought many albums based on cover art, loved the idea that like Pepper it was a fictional band, can't say why it didn't sell well because it was a favorite of most of my friends, maybe since it was a double album which cost more or because of all of the covers, anyway I always thought it was Clapton's best album, too. Thanks again had a really nice afternoon listing to you, Peace, Love and Happiness, God Bless.
What a fantastic extremely deep dive into Layla. I wasn’t going to watch this video because of the time. But I’m so glad I did. Very well done. Loved every minute.
thank you for taking the time to watch! i knew the length would be daunting for some, but hopefully me breaking the video into chapters makes it an easier watch
I always knew about the story but never in this kind of detail. I was aware of the hits on this albumof course but your passion for this album is going to make me sit down and listen to it in full for the first time. You were talking of All Things Must Pass. There's a documentary about tower records on RUclips that's badass All Things Must Pass the story of tower records. If you haven't watched it yet you might want to.
A great review Abby! You truly love this album. Very good analyse of the album. I think you would love the book ”All Things Must Pass Away - Harrison, Clapton And Other Assorted Love Songs by Kenneth Womack and Jason Kruppa. A book about George and Erics friendship, about the story about the recording of “All Things Must Pass and how that morphed into Derek And The Dominoes and the recording of Layla the album. Highly recommended!
You did a great job covering this album. You have done allot of research. Back in the 60’s actually stopped following Clapton after Cream. I am getting into this album now. Thanks
thanks so much, i really try to do the albums i cover justice. interesting you say that, my favorite period of clapton's work is post-cream, pre-solo projects!
A landmark aluminum for me as well. My friend and bandmate, after hearing it for the first time, called me up and asked me what I thought of it. I told him it was his best album and he said he wanted to make an album in the vein of it. This is a former metal head who plays in stoner rock bands. The album touches people that way. It goes straight to the soul.
What a great review of an album recorded years before your birth! I love your deep reviews of classic albums but this one is outstanding. Keep up the great work.
Thanks for your review, As always it's vey thoroughly researched, and entertaining as well. Although, I am myself approaching my sixties and have been into this type of music for over 47-years, some classic rock albums I have still yet to purchase and "Layla, And Other Stories" is one of them. Your review helped motivate me to finally 'get off of the fence' and take the plunge. I really love the line up featured on this one because it's basically the same as that on "All Things Must Pass" which is one of my all-time favorites. In conclusion, I'm not sure why I've slept on getting "Layla" for so long. Thanks!
Thank you so much for sharing. This album really changed things for me too listening to it from my fathers collection as a kid. Pretty much changed the whole trajectory of my life I love it so much. ❤❤❤
Great review, I love it. This album moved me. When I was twenty-ish I felt myself in a Layla situation, and this album was something that inspired me. Thanks again, and love your style in these videos!
Cheers to your amazing Musical Journey, Your passion really can be felt. Really enjoyed your breakdown of the album and the back story Your truly wise beyond your age... Peace D
Nice Review their Lady. I really like your videos! You have an electric personality coupled with a passion and earnestness not seen toward this type of music from your generation. Don't Stop making vids. This is good stuff.
Thank you Abigail! For a great review video. And for recognizing the greatness of this (also my favorite of all time) album. For all the reasons you highlight here. Thank you for keeping this album alive. By the way, for guitar playing, I highly recommend his 1994 album, "From the Cradle." Also a blues album.
This was a terrific review of Layla with many incredible insights. I first heard Layla on a small FM station, WLIR, who heavily played it. I would call it an FM hit. My perspective on the recording is that the vinyl version is superior to the CD which I consider muddy. Years later, I was at a Bruce Hornsby concert. There was no opening act so they were piping in recorded music. When Layla hit the speakers the crowd erupted as if Clapton himself hit appeared onstage.
what would you like to see on vinyl monday season 2?? drop your requests here and i might cover them!
Love. Forever Changes.
A gift from a flower to a garden by Donovan
Here's a "dark horse" candidate (distant pun unintended): Dave Mason's 1970 solo debut/masterpiece "Alone Together". (K, I know everything is "underappreciated" to someone on RUclips, but this l.p. actually IS 😉)
Fun fact: Dave played on early Derek and the Dominos sessions and their 1st gig.
The greatest album of all-time..... Rolling Stones Exile on Main Street👍
David Bowie - Pin Ups
Abigail, as someone old enough to be your grandpa,this was simply the most astounding review/reaction that I have ever heard. The love you have for these songs comes pouring out and overwhelmed me. This was the best 1 hour + that I have spent in a long, long time. You killed it, kiddo👍
i saw clapton when i was 17 at an outdoor venue long before the unplugged version of "layla" was ever considered and whatever conflicted feelings you or i have about him, seeing him in the early 80's was something to behold. his main home is about an hour away from me? do i want to bother him? no. do i know anything about being a rock god and the behavior that stems from addicted to drink and drugs at the height of the sexual revolution and after? no. nice appreciation of dowd and whitlock and duane. "little wing" was recorded just before hendrix died. i thought it had to have been been done after. you killed it, kiddo indeed. you're duane's age now. keep off motorbikes. take uber rides!
It was for sure, but..and there's always a 'but' right?, but, it needs a part 2, (double album, right?), focusing super-hard on the Duane Allman story.
This might be the greatest RUclips album review ever recorded. Proves that criticism can transcend to art in its own right.
You summed it up so well
It's kinda nice for us oldies to see a young person respond so positively to the iconic albums of our youth. This one brings up so many memories. I can't believe I'm still listening to it. When I bought the CD in the 90s I thought I was a daft old bugger wallowing in nostalgia , yet here I am again lol listening to an analysis of it. Good music doesn't get old, it doesn't 'date' that is a myth.
Wow, for one so young you would think you had been a music journalist through the 60s and 70s ! Highly impressive knowledge/ researching and thoroughly engaging. More flower-power to you girl !😎 ✌ 🌼
Eric Clapton: I need some songs for my new album.
George Harrison: You want me to help out with the writing, like on Badge?
Eric Clapton: Or I could just write some love songs about your wife.
George Harrison: What?
Eric Clapton: What?
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The greatest album in rock history and its absolutely crazy how little known it is. The musicianship in all directions is just stunning.
This album is pure genius, from beggining to end. Not a single filler. Its one of my favorite records ever, and certainly my favorite Clapton record
truly a no-skip album!!
@@abigaildevoeidk keep on growing isn’t the best
Jim Gordon's story is such a tragedy. Guy clearly lost a battle with his mental illness, but he contributed some of the greatest Drum tracks ever rcorded to history.
If you didnt know Jim`s whole story you would say he was a monster and deserved to die in prison. Its a bit more nuanced than that. Ultimatley he was a victim of a terrible mental illness.
@@leechild4655 True. I love playing this entire album and drumming to it.
Oh my darling, what a wonderful, insightful soul you are.
The greatest things in my life have always found me when I wasn’t looking for them. An hour ago I opened up my RUclips app and there you were holding up the signal most important piece of music from my life…start to finish, you nailed it!
50 years ago, in my early 20s, I recall being moved to tears the first time I heard this song as I sat and pondered my life without the young lady I thought was going to be mine forever.
For 50 years the pain and anguish returns every time I hear those opening notes and “there is nothing I can do”, not then, not now. As I listened to your narration, tears came to my eyes as easily now as back 50 years ago.
My life would change over the next 50 years, yet the entire experience which is this magnificent album will always flood back as I here those opening notes of Layla.
I was blessed, having grown up in Chicago, Albert King was one of the many great blues artists I would go see at some of the many small venues in town.
As you sang “there is nothing I can do”, “there is nothing I can do”, “there is nothing I can do”, “there is nothing I can do” I chocked up and again, You Nailed It! YES!!!
How absolutely appropriate it’s the first time I’ve heard of you as you cover this classic. I will be listening often to your other videos.
"I feel like Clapton was best when he had somebody he deeply respected and who could actually challenge him" Spot on.
I've never attended a EC gig per se, but I've seen him many times over the years. He was certainly on top form when I saw him with Steve Winwood, but even more so when I was lucky enough to catch four of Cream's gigs in 2005. Those were the only times I could really grok why some people referred to him as God.
Very well done Abigail. You are very knowledgeable and eloquent with all of your music appreciations. I know this Layla one is a year old now but it was fun to watch and I may have heard a few more details that I hadn' already known. I have been an Eric fan for 60 years now (yes!). By the time Layla and the Dominoes came to be, I was deeply moved by all of Cream and the Blind Faith album. I didn't know about Layla until about 10 months after is was created. In early July of 1971, I hear Statesborough Blues from The Allman Brothers Live and was blown away. I called my twin brother on the phone and said, "turn on the radio!" (CHOM FM in Montreal was ahead of it's time). A week later, Brian called me and said "turn on the radio." This time it was "Have You Ever Loved A Woman" from Layla. That was my intro to Duane and the Layla LP. Very quickly, we were discovering all the their great tunes from those albums. By the end of the summer, I actually saw The Allman Brothers Band live at a great outdoor concert and my life had change completely. Ironically and sadly, Brian and I were taking the commuter train to town to work for our Dad's company. Reading the morning paper, we found out that Duane died. The world had indeed changed greatly but today, Layla (And Other Assorted Love Songs) is still tied for my #1 along with Blind Faith and Abbey Road. I could write a few books on how Eric Clapton has affected me. I'm glad that he is still doing well and sounding great with his music. Something you might want to look for is a live recording of Eric and band on July 9, 1974 in Montreal. It was about the 7th show of that come-back tour and he sounded great. I have had a recording of it for years but this new version appeared on you tube in the last day or two. It sounds better and clearer than what I had before. I was at that show in 74 and it was my first of 6 times ever seeing Eric live. I was with a bunch of close friends but I couldn't speak for 2 hours after the show was done. Check it out. My understanding, is that Patty and Eric had finally united in a steady relationship around the time of that Montreal show. Cheers . . . bye . . .
I just watched your review on Layla and really enjoyed it. I've been watching several of your reviews as I was recently turned on to you by my son Laec. I'm 69 and have been a professional drummer on the US west coast of the for over 55 years. I have a fairly large vinyl collection with a wide range of different genres. I found all your reviews very well done as I am entertained by your humor and intrigued by your analysis. Layla really felt good to watch because not only was it factual but, you really connect with a great sense of genuine feeling and emotion as well as your wonderful sense of humor which also comes of as genuine. I'm going to continue to catch-up with more your prior reviews and hope to find news ones as well.
Good to know theres still groovy girls like you with a passion for great music out there. It was a delight to spend some time time with you.
You need to check out another great album from that era, "Eric Clapton", his first solo album. Great songs w lots of harmonies by Bobby Whitlock. "Let it rain" is an unforgotten classic.
The musicians on this album are all stellar! This is one of my favorite bands ever, I love their live stuff.
I'm glad that you're keeping the history of our age alive. It deserves not to be forgotten.
Your knowledge of late 60's/early 70's rock shines through yet again. This album was the high point of Eric Clapton's career that he never got close to again imo. The period 1969-74 really was a golden age for rock. A real tragedy that Duane Allman was killed in a motorcycle accident just a year after this album was made.
Disagree. Disraeli Gears is also amazing, as is Derek and Dominos In Concert. 461 Ocean Blvd, Slowhand, From the Cradle, Unplugged all awesome too. But I would also argue that no one else has reached this band's height - its arguably the greatest album in rock history.
Hello, Abby! First time viewer here and new subscriber! This might get lost in the comments but I just want to say that I enjoyed your take on the Layla album! Layla is my all time favorite song and favorite album as well. I’ve first heard Layla when I was 4 years old. It was introduced to me by my grandfather (1950-2004). Every time I visit his grave, I always play it for him while we talk. 22 years later and I have never gotten tired of listening to Layla.
I too was moved by this song and it has gotten me through tough times as well! This song has so many meanings to me. It is awesome that someone my age knows the story of Layla. If I ever have a daughter, her name will be Layla of course.
Fun fact, I even got the album cover tattooed on my chest! Looking forward to more vinyl Mondays! God bless, Abby!
Aaron
This video opened so many doors to worlds I've never before explored, I don't know where to begin! Though Eric Clapton was certainly popular to many of my peers, only a small part of his music was on my radar at the time. Now of course I realize how interconnected the rock music world was at that time and I love the deep dives! Your video is my first deep dive into Layla! I honestly knew nothing about this record except Derrick is Eric and I liked the title track and loved the music of Bell Bottom Blues! I had no clue "what it's all a-bout" (see what I did there?). I had to back it up and listen to you again several times because my mind was getting blown!!! I now must finally get my hands on this record and get immersed! Thank you for this extremely well researched and fascinating piece!
thank you so much! you picked a great place to start, pretty sure i accidentally made the most thorough deep-dive on layla on all of youtube haha. enjoy your copy whenever you find it!
My 2nd comment on your channel! I am under 20 yrs old, but I sure dig music from the past! Most genres and styles! I just had to let you know, Layla is my 2nd favorite rock song of all time! My favorite is Hotel California by The Eagles!
You really put out great content, and you do it with style, humor and so many other positive attributes! Keep it up and have a great one!
Thank you!
Yes, this is my fav. It's got me thru some tuff times.
And Bobby W. is the MVP!
"Little Wing" -- majestic and soulful -- a walk through the clouds.
I always assumed they did that as a tribute.
Didn't know they had recorded it just before Jimi had passed.
Congrats Abby on a fab Season 1!
Re. "Layla", your deep feeling moves and inspires; Duane was clearly key to what seem to have been amazing sessions. This is a record directly from the heart, a cultural touchstone of the post-60's 70's.
Now all I want to do is thank you girl for the groovy clothes and humor, and wait, you sing😎
Holy mother of god.. This deep dive, and personal journey of yours is incredible. Thank you for the back story of getting Dan's collection of vinyl and what happened next. I have wondered what will eventually happen to my 1,000 plus record collection after I am gone and can only hope it falls into the hands of someone like you that appreciates and fully understands that music is not just a recreational thing but is a door into the individual listener's soul and spirit.
I’m late to the game. This is a fantastic series. Thanks for being so in depth and intelligent about my absolutely favorite art form.
I’m a huge fan of this album
This album, in my opinion, is the peak of Eric’s career. The vocals with Eric and Bobby are emotion filled, and the guitar playing is more dynamic than it was during his Cream and Bluesbreakers days. Definitely one of my favorite albums of all time. Oh, and the research you did on this album is great, I didn’t know a lot of that.
you're right, his playing was finest here - i do love that he gets more secure as a player as the years go by, but nothing compares to the fire and magic of layla. it's hard not to wonder what might've been had clapton not been decimated by this record's failure. but at the same time, i really and truly think this record was/is impossible to truly follow up
@@abigaildevoe Yeah, this record is definitely perfection and it is insane that it wasn’t more respected at the time. I enjoy his other 70s albums though, and he also had some very good musicians with him after he came back from his heroin hiatus.
I guess Carl Douglas was inspired by the album title for his classic Kung Fu Fighting and Other Great Love Songs.
The line about Duane Allman hit me in the soul, I'm 23, Duane Allman is one of 3 guys that make up the reason why I play slide guitar.
Thanks for the history of the cover!
look for the Tom Dowd breakdown of the outro! Love the channel.
I love your review . Very entertaining and insightful . I am amazed by this record and was when it was released. It was my go to album when I was crushing on a women or heartbroken.
Its exhibit A in any defense of Eric Clapton as an artist . I would also include Blind Faith but that’s most likely because I saw them at a festival along with Bonnie and Delaney in July 69 . I would slightly quibble with your exclusion of Have you ever loved a Women as part of the A plot line as the lyrics are about being in love with your best friends women . But I loved you review .Thank You for your well researched takes .
Quite simply, my dear, YOU GET IT! I appreciate the depth of your analysis! This period of music may never be matched!
Abigail, thanks so much for the deep dive into Derek and the Dominos! Thank you for the feminine take on his laying it all on the line for love Lp!! The title tells it all , as does the back cover, but I never got it before your video. I have two ATCO copies and two RSO copies. I dusted off an ATCO copy and can now enjoy the album as a whole (rather than just one side at a time)! The context is everything and puts this album back where it belongs , alongside his very best albums of all time (such as Goodbye Cream)!!!
It's great to hear the perspective from a young person who had an epiphany with this album. I've experienced that feeling many times throughout my life with so many albums. But that first one that hits you like a bolt of lightning is always special. For me, that album was the Blue Album by The Beatles. That was the one that got me to tune in & turn on. It opened up a myriad of doors to other bands. Have fun during your break!
very special indeed :) i was lucky enough to have two of those: this album and the episode i have scheduled for november 21st. lightning rod moments that blew the doors of musical discovery wide open
25:28 ... the uptempo version of Tell the Truth has always been my favorite, the slower seems to me plodding and, well, slow...
30:15 ... most live performances of popular tunes get played faster and faster as the years go by and my theory is the group is tired of having to play the hits and just want to get it over with..
31:32 ... except for B.B. King, of course...
I forget where I read it but there is a story related by, iirc Tom Dowd (but my memory fails me), of where he is present when Eric and Duane are jamming on acoustic guitars late at night in a cabin and he "wished to God he recorded!" Yeah...sigh... we all wish to God you had!!
50:54 ... no you're not... and I like Tedeschi Trucks Layla redux...
50:29 ... Absolutely!! That "Whoooo!" totally makes the song!!
Just an aside: pretty sure Bobby pronounces his name Whit-lock...not Whit-luck or Whitl'ck....😉
I too was given Layla. A work-friend of my mother had purchased the album after hearing the title track and gave it me, saying it was "horrible". I got this in 1971 and still have it today. I only play the CD version these days, but like you will never part with the vinyl. A classic album. My fave track is Bell-Bottom Blues, so thanks ofr the background story on it. You are a beautiful woman.
Love your dedication to an in-depth 33:11 breakdown of an entire album. That being said, I'm still waiting for an artist you critique that I really dig.
Excellent review! I'm now going back after 40+ years and listening to the Layla album, with the new insights you've shared here. I'll let you know my reactions.
Abigail I've been back in to collecting records since 2017 and since them I have streamed countless music videos. This week I discovered your channel, and I thoroughly enjoyed the Layla episode. I learned a lot I didn't know about this album given the terrific research you do, and I loved the personal story about Dan (?) giving you his entire collection. You also make the videos incredibly engaging and very fun, and I LoL several times every video! I rarely Like videos, but yours I have both Liked and Subscribed, and I look forward to streaming EVERY SINGLE ONE of your Vinyl Monday videos! Thank you for all you do to enrich the vinyl collecting experience!
Bobby Whitlock took those pictures on a Polaroid instant camera, he has a RUclips channel and talks a lot about his time with Eric. This is my favorite in my collection as well next to my UK pressing of All Things Must Pass.
thank you so much for this info!! another reason why bobby is the MVP! those photos are such an intimate look into some very special sessions.
That's a great bit of info man, didn't know he had a channel OR took the pictures! Cheers man.
An old soul you are! I'm so glad that this album found you, love your videos. Especially the sarcastic enthusiasm
Excellent video. I first heard LAOALS about 35 years ago and it blew me away. If I ever had to take 10 albums to a desert island, this is one of them. Nice job.
Thoroughly enjoyed your discussion about Layla. Was doing an art project in my studio and it just came up in the feed and I was too involved in what I was doing and so I let it run. I’m glad I did. Gave me a new appreciation for that album.❤
The love and passion for music that exudes from your videos is so inspiring and has reawakened my love for the music I once loved, but for some reason left behind. When I first discovered Layla (the track) in high school it was constantly on repeat. Although I never got around to listening to the album in full (this was pre-streaming days, so for some reason I just never got around to it) the song itself definitely played a part in introducing me to some incredible music. An extremely formative time in my life, I wouldn’t be the person I am today if not for the rabbit hole the song Layla, amongst others, led me down.
comments like this mean the world to me, thank you SO much. i hope rediscovering your love for music is just as magical as it was the first time around, and i’m honored to be a part of it :’)
Great job. Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs is my favorite album of all-time, as well. I first heard it when it first came out. I was only 11, but it touched my soul in a way that no other album had, or has, since. I love that your passion for it is as strong as mine. I've seen Clapton live 6 times over the years, and I've seen him perform only the electric part, the acoustic version, and the full version, both with his band and also with guest artists. I like the original version the best. Thank you for doing this. You've made my heart sing.
Abby, you’re a star! Layla might be my very favourite rock song of all time. I would like to see a review of Low Spark of High-Heeled Boys done in your own inimitable style. Awesome as always, thank you!
I have the 12 inch box set of this record.
I also have the 3 cd 12 inch box set of The album and the rehersals.
I do believe it is pretty hard to come by now.
I also have a blu ray copy.
I just LOVE this album.
What a band.
The song Layla is one of my top 10 singles .
You are 24 and you have amazing taste.
Good for you.
Hi, I found your channel from your recent appearance on The Giggens Show. Its cool, Layla AALS is my all time favourite album too. I'm currently binging on all your episodes, and as a fellow classic rock geek, am really enjoying them. Keep up the great work, and take care. :)
That was genuinely outstanding. You have wisdom beyond your years. Keep up the good work
Also my favorite album. One of fist LP's I ever bought. I was 13 years old. ( 1977 ) It kead me to the blues and beyond. As I hagotten, its becomes more clear. It has never gitten old, but I have. Fly on sewwr Angel, you are awesome.
I'm sure we all have that special album in our lives that kick started our deep love for music, and you've certainly highlighted your own personal favourite here. As you said, this video was THE BIG ONE for you, and how well you presented it to us, with depth and love for everything contained within those grooves and far beyond. I've enjoyed all your Vinyl Monday videos so much and am very grateful to you for making them, thank you so much.
I’m so obsessed by this album so much so that apart from knowing the basics (whom Layla was, band line up) I’ve only ever just submitted myself to the music, it never fails to blow me away. This really is a deliciously deep dive and I am learning so much from this! Thank you
You are the best album reviewer . Non pretentious, honest, and you show your biases. Keep on Growing
Your passion behind these videos inspires me and my art, your love for this music inspires me to write my own music. You should feel proud of this channel, and this video. You created a new RUclips classic channel in my opinion.
I'm always excited to see what's next and always wanna come back to learn something new every Monday.
Keep up the great work, I love you so much and can't wait to see what's next 😘😘🧡🧡
This is my absolute favorite album of all time. Dad sold his 62 burst strat for my birth right. 36 now and have listened to this album once a week. I love them all but key to the highway seems to please the ears the most.... thanks for this!
I was never a Clapton fan but I have a new appreciation after watching this. Thank you! Pink Floyd's Wish You Were Here was my personal "before and after" moment.
Hi Abigail, just listened to your Monday Vinyl review of Layla and have to agree with the rest of the comments that you nailed the information about the music and the history behind the album. I bought that album when I was about 18 years of age and still have the vinyl. Played that record all the time. Now listening to the music with fresh ears particularly the bit about Beethoven Ode to Joy in Why Does Love Have to be So Sad. Thank you for a very enjoyable listen.
I absolutely love your vinyl Monday videos! Your passion for vinyl is magical!
thank you! vinyl is fun!! it deserves to be treated as such
I love this review! This album changed my life as much as it did yours. I was a little bit younger than you and absolutely obsessed With Eric Clapton until I heard that Duane Allman makes the birds sing at the end of “Layla”. I became obsessed with Duane at that point. His last 3 albums were “At Fillmore East”, “Layla”, and “Eat a Peach”. He died at 24. Just imagine if he would have gotten another 3 years to join the “Forever 27 Club”.
Brilliant. This is the definitive look at this album. You said everything I always felt about it.
thank you so much!
Classic rock n roll needs programmes like this especially from the young. The music of this era is the text book in music school, they are all la crem de la crem mon amme!!! ❤❤❤
The shortening of the Layla track for the top 40 market was of course a horrendous practice at the time. The practice changed my music collecting practices though a bit earlier than the release of this album. In 1967, at 13 years old, my world was finding pop bottles, turning them in for cash and buying 45's. The new group, the Doors came out with their self named album, 'The Doors', and they released singles, I think Break on Through was first, then Light My Fire. These I got but soon I heard the full version of Light My Fire at a friend's house that had the album. My whole perspective about records changed and when I picked up a Moody Blues album at a swap meet a year or so later, I realized that pop bottles were not going to pay for what I needed. I needed money for albums! It was the start of that whole 'working for a living' deal that I had to do and continued until last year when I retired. Still have all those hundreds of albums though. (as well as the 45's)
Hey man, you see how some of our kids are smart !! See you in Music and Art school, great job Abbey. ❤❤
This is your greatest episode. Thank you.
Thanks Abby........for me too'.... its one of the greatest albums of all time
Who's next. Exiles on main Street. The Band. Love all your reviews.
Thanks, that was FREAKIN EPIC! Especially enjoyed the epilogue.
Love this Lp . Can’t stand the Acoustic version of Layla for some reason.Great job as always ! Great dress ! 🔥
28:31 I seem to recall a story that Clapton told about finding a left-handed Strat to give to Hendrix, and showing up where he was supposed to play that night, only to hear the news that he had died.
I went through about twenty five years of idolizing Clapton (I was pretty much introduced to him by Live Aid, like a lot of late Gen X) and I just found this channel and holy &$#@, this is an absolute doctoral dissertation of an album review.
This album is a curse. I was 23 years old when I first listened to it. I was going through the same pain Eric was going through so hearing this music definitely changed my life and not for the better. I do enjoy the music although it does make me sad. I never did get the girl but am very thankful for it since I now have the most wonderful daughter I could ever hope for. Thank you for your detailed info, it is always much appreciated and I wish you better events in your life than I had with it. You’re right about the fact that it kills everything in it’s path.
An excellent interpretation. An ode to letting go to the dark side and a combined bio. Thank you for your artful insight.
Beautiful story as to how to you heard that LP. And you had the most wonderful collection fall into your hands. Somebody up there likes you. That man who gave you those records was a god send. So pleased and happy for you. Not my favourite LP but you had something of a life giving moment. As I did years back. Music gives us life. Thankyou
Love your channel! Thanks so much about highlighting the cover art!
Wow, what a story! Thank you! And the album history is interesting too.
I’m 71yo and this is my all time favorite album. I knew many of the stories but learned some more from this video. Thank you
I just discovered your channel and thoroughly enjoyed your content. Layla came out while I was in college. Because we listened to college FM you heard the full 7 minutes version exclusively and maybe that’s why everyone I knew had the album. I agree with you that only the full version of the song presents the intent.
That was beautiful, Abby ❤️
what a brilliantly presented in depth review. well done.
Nice work Abby. Great video. I first heard Layla ( the long version ) on a compilation album in the early 70's. Didn't hear the entire album until the 80's l loved it, especially "Key To The Highway" and " Bell Bottom Blues."
Well done! I applaud your devotion to the pursuit of not only the greatness of these recordings, but your recognition of context
Also, sorry about your folks' breakup. May you ever rise above and reap the joy you endlessly sow
Thank you for making such a fun and in-depth analysis of Layla! You put a lot of work into your videos and they are really fun to watch. The story of how you got your record collection was a nice anecdote. I frequently give records away as well. It's really rewarding being able to share the art that you are passionate about with others.
Wow, just Wow! Thank you for sharing our story with us. Your story is amazing and so are you. Keep up the fantastic work; I am learning so much and I am an "Old Dog".
Abigail, the bass is more in the mix on the remaster because they mixed to sound good on AM car radios in the Layla era. Look for this on many remixed albums from the 70's. Especially the Stones remixes. They make you realize how good Charlie and Bill held a groove.
Dope story about how the album touched you and how you found it. It came into my life beacuse a tacher in 7th grade told me what it meant to her. Had great music convos with her. Keep up the good work and solid record collection
One last thing! You made some very valid points at the end! Hopefully we can all learn from our past mistakes and move forward with confidence, optimism and joy! Goodbye for now and have a good one!
I love that album it's definitely my favorite Eric Clapton album great video it made me want to pull out the album and play it and I love the patty Boyd part
Wow, first THANK YOU, IT was an amazing experience listing to you, I just stumbled on to your videos by chance, in fact I don't listen to many at all, just saw you had a Sgt. Pepper one and thought why not, it was good and you kept referencing LAYA so I thought OK, it was amazing, I was 19 when it came out and I bought it right away, always loved the cover, being an art student I bought many albums based on cover art, loved the idea that like Pepper it was a fictional band, can't say why it didn't sell well because it was a favorite of most of my friends, maybe since it was a double album which cost more or because of all of the covers, anyway I always thought it was Clapton's best album, too. Thanks again had a really nice afternoon listing to you, Peace, Love and Happiness, God Bless.
What a fantastic extremely deep dive into Layla. I wasn’t going to watch this video because of the time. But I’m so glad I did. Very well done. Loved every minute.
thank you for taking the time to watch! i knew the length would be daunting for some, but hopefully me breaking the video into chapters makes it an easier watch
I always knew about the story but never in this kind of detail. I was aware of the hits on this albumof course but your passion for this album is going to make me sit down and listen to it in full for the first time. You were talking of All Things Must Pass. There's a documentary about tower records on RUclips that's badass All Things Must Pass the story of tower records. If you haven't watched it yet you might want to.
A great review Abby!
You truly love this album. Very good analyse of the album.
I think you would love the book ”All Things Must Pass Away - Harrison, Clapton And Other Assorted Love Songs by Kenneth Womack and Jason Kruppa. A book about George and Erics friendship, about the story about the recording of “All Things Must Pass and how that morphed into Derek And The Dominoes and the recording of Layla the album. Highly recommended!
You did a great job covering this album. You have done allot of research. Back in the 60’s actually stopped following Clapton after Cream. I am getting into this album now. Thanks
thanks so much, i really try to do the albums i cover justice. interesting you say that, my favorite period of clapton's work is post-cream, pre-solo projects!
A landmark aluminum for me as well. My friend and bandmate, after hearing it for the first time, called me up and asked me what I thought of it. I told him it was his best album and he said he wanted to make an album in the vein of it. This is a former metal head who plays in stoner rock bands. The album touches people that way. It goes straight to the soul.
What a great review of an album recorded years before your birth! I love your deep reviews of classic albums but this one is outstanding. Keep up the great work.
Thanks for your review, As always it's vey thoroughly researched, and entertaining as well. Although, I am myself approaching my sixties and have been into this type of music for over 47-years, some classic rock albums I have still yet to purchase and "Layla, And Other Stories" is one of them. Your review helped motivate me to finally 'get off of the fence' and take the plunge. I really love the line up featured on this one because it's basically the same as that on "All Things Must Pass" which is one of my all-time favorites. In conclusion, I'm not sure why I've slept on getting "Layla" for so long. Thanks!
Thank you so much for sharing. This album really changed things for me too listening to it from my fathers collection as a kid. Pretty much changed the whole trajectory of my life I love it so much. ❤❤❤
Great review, I love it.
This album moved me. When I was twenty-ish I felt myself in a Layla situation, and this album was something that inspired me.
Thanks again, and love your style in these videos!
Cheers to your amazing Musical Journey,
Your passion really can be felt.
Really enjoyed your breakdown of the album and the back story
Your truly wise beyond your age...
Peace
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Nice Review their Lady. I really like your videos! You have an electric personality coupled with a passion and earnestness not seen toward this type of music from your generation. Don't Stop making vids. This is good stuff.
Thank you Abigail! For a great review video. And for recognizing the greatness of this (also my favorite of all time) album. For all the reasons you highlight here. Thank you for keeping this album alive. By the way, for guitar playing, I highly recommend his 1994 album, "From the Cradle." Also a blues album.
OMG, I still luv this video! This was a great essay, I don't think this one needs to be revised!
This was a terrific review of Layla with many incredible insights. I first heard Layla on a small FM station, WLIR, who heavily played it.
I would call it an FM hit. My perspective on the recording is that the vinyl version is superior to the CD which I consider muddy.
Years later, I was at a Bruce Hornsby concert. There was no opening act so they were piping in recorded music. When Layla hit the speakers the crowd erupted as if Clapton himself hit appeared onstage.