Home – DELANEY & BONNIE***

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Home was the debut album from the well connected American husband and wife duo Delaney and Bonnie. Their music encompassed blues, R & B, rock & roll and gospel that became known as Southern boogie.

“This debut from the husband and wife team gives us only a preview of what was to come. You would think that being recorded on the Stax label this would be a fullblooded soul/rock mix, but not quite. There are some good songs, good playing, and you can tell there is something there. However, it seems to lack the energy and confidence of their next albums.”

“I think people write them off as a by-product of having Eric Clapton as a voluntary and willing sidekick. They are indebted to him for elevating their public recognition in the day, but if you listen to later albums, it's more Leon Russell, and the golden rhythm combo of Radle/Gordon that really knocked this outfit up a notch or two. Listen to this, and investigate further. Such an underrated band.”

“Delaney and Bonnie add some good songs to the R & B canon and they sing them with conviction. Most songs by definition are duets and they are obviously comfortable together, and with this music. Just check out the Stax band with Steve Cropper, Duck Dunn common throughout, Booker T, Isaac Hayes and Leon Russell splitting keyboards on various recording sessions. Bonnie's vocals are superb and the arrangements are excellent on most tracks.”

“Remembered by legions of classic rock fans for their late 60s collaborations with Eric Clapton and George Harrison, Delaney and Bonnie are known for their unique blend of rock 'n' roll, blues, country, gospel and roadhouse R & B.”

“Recorded for the Stax label, this duo has much a much more genuine feel for the blues than most blues-rockers. Of course, blues-rock isn't the only element here. Old-school R & B and gritty Memphis soul also figure heavily in the sound of this LP.”

“The mercurial couple rip through a set of heartfelt, gut-wrenching Southern soul, with some rock & roll attitude. The sound is raw, the songs are great, and it is a pleasure to listen to the singing of both Delaney and Bonnie, each a gifted vocalist.”