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Roll It Over

by Derek and the Dominos

Released: May 30, 1970

Blues rock, blue-eyed soul, rock and roll

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Critical Acclaim.

The Album

"Roll It Over" is a track that the band recorded during their sessions, and it appeared as the B-side to their single "Tell the Truth" in 1970. "Roll It Over" is not an album by Derek and the Dominos, but an actual song title associated with the band. Derek and the Dominos, a blues-rock band, was formed by Eric Clapton, Bobby Whitlock, Carl Radle, and Jim Gordon in 1970.

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The band is best known for the iconic…

The band is best known for the iconic track "Layla," driven by Clapton's unrequited love for Pattie Boyd, then-wife of George Harrison.

Despite their short-lived career, Derek and the Dominos…

Despite their short-lived career, Derek and the Dominos have left a lasting impact on rock music, with "Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs" frequently cited as one of the greatest albums of all time.

Cultural and musical contexts are important to appreciate…

Cultural and musical contexts are important to appreciate fully the contributions of the members of Derek and the Dominos, especially considering Eric Clapton's influence as one of the most respected guitarists in rock history.

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Then

Reception

They are renowned for their critically acclaimed album "Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs," released in 1970.

Now

Legacy

While "Roll It Over" was not featured on the original "Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs" album, it has been included in later compilations and re-releases, adding to the legacy of Derek and the Dominos.

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The Complete Album Story

"Roll It Over" is not an album by Derek and the Dominos, but an actual song title associated with the band. Derek and the Dominos, a blues-rock band, was formed by Eric Clapton, Bobby Whitlock, Carl Radle, and Jim Gordon in 1970. They are renowned for their critically acclaimed album "Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs," released in 1970.

"Roll It Over" is a track that the band recorded during their sessions, and it appeared as the B-side to their single "Tell the Truth" in 1970. While "Roll It Over" was not featured on the original "Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs" album, it has been included in later compilations and re-releases, adding to the legacy of Derek and the Dominos.

The band is best known for the iconic track "Layla," driven by Clapton's unrequited love for Pattie Boyd, then-wife of George Harrison. Despite their short-lived career, Derek and the Dominos have left a lasting impact on rock music, with "Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs" frequently cited as one of the greatest albums of all time.