disraeli gears

[coggles]

can anyone tell me, what is the inspiration for the name of this superb l.p. by Cream? E.C, J.B or G.B can you enlighten me!

[andy hughes]

The story goes that Clapton overhead a conversation about bike riding, and reference was made to the Derrailier gear system, except the speaker mispronounced it as 'Disraeli Gears' mixing up the name with that of a deceased Parliamentarian of the same name, from Queen Victoria's time. Clapton like the sound of the phrase, and borrowed it to title the band's new album.

[Jenny Tools]

coggles love you taste.

[coggles]

Thank you A,H, and J.T. It was Mr coggles who posted this question but for some reason it wouldn't let him change his username. I am sure he will respond when he gets home from work this evening.

[Jamie Lewis]

Got it at home on original vinyl. Love it.