Are Eric Clapton and Bobby Whitlock still friends?

Bobby Whitlock, the keyboard player and co-writer of many of the Layla songs, has survived intact and has been clean and sober for nearly 20 years. He and Clapton have remained good friends and he remains very active in music, as a duo with his wife CoCo, the ex-wife of Delaney.

Where is Bobby Whitlock now?

Austin, Texas
Today, Bobby is healthy and happy to be alive in Austin, Texas, where he spoke with me from the kitchen of a 200-year-old farmhouse and recording studio that he renovated with CoCo Carmel, his wife and partner in life and music.

Where was Bobby Whitlock from?

Memphis, TNBobby Whitlock / Place of birth

What band was Bobby Whitlock in?

Derek and the Dominos1970 – 1971
Delaney & Bonnie
Bobby Whitlock/Music groups

Did Whitlock write Layla?

Yes, that Bobby Whitlock, the Memphis native best known for his contributions to Delaney & Bonnie & Friends and Derek & the Dominos – which he co-founded with Eric Clapton, as well as co-writing half of the stellar cuts on “Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs,” along with co-producing, playing keyboards and singing.

What did Eric Clapton do for Bobby Whitlock?

Clapton called Whitlock “without doubt the most energetic sideman I had ever seen,” and in 1970, the two collaborated on three landmark projects: Clapton’s self-titled solo debut album; All Things Must Pass, George Harrison’s solo debut after The Beatles’ breakup; and Layla and Assorted Love Songs, from their short- …

Who was Bobby Whitlock married to?

CoCo CarmelBobby Whitlock / Spouse

How old is Bobby Whitlock?

74 years (March 18, 1948)Bobby Whitlock / Age

What instrument did Bobby Whitlock play?

Bobby Whitlock
Genres	Rock, soul, gospel, blues
Occupation(s)	Musician, singer-songwriter
Instruments	Vocals, keyboards, guitar
Years active	1965–present

Who is Eric Clapton married to?

Melia McEnerym. 2002
Pattie Boydm. 1979–1989
Eric Clapton/Spouse