[3] Delaney specialised in up-tempo dance hall music, often carrying a rock and roll label but closer in spirit to that of Geraldo and Joe Loss.
[5] Delaney was held in high regard by his musical peers, including top American drummer Louie Bellson with whom he recorded in 1967 on an album entitled Repercussion.
The largest gong in the collection was 7' in diameter, one of only three of that size commissioned by Delaney made by a collaboration between two manufacturers, Percussion Plus and UFIP (strenuous to play, and rarely used).
Away from the pyrotechnics and showmanship, Delaney would occasionally be found behind a minimal kit, sitting in with a jazz quartet, and letting others take the spotlight; 1990s onward, he would also make guest appearances with bands across the UK.
Another facet of his work, far removed from the glitterball and screaming trumpets, was his playing on the soundtrack of the Longest Day, where Delaney's snare opens the movie.