The term 'DEREK' and the Dominos refers to the rock band of the same name, which was formed in 1970 by guitarist and singer Eric Clapton. The band also included Bobby Whitlock on keyboards and vocals, Carl Radle on bass, and Jim Gordon on drums. The group released one album, Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs, which is considered one of the greatest albums of all time. The album featured the hit single 'Layla, ' which was written by Clapton and Whitlock.