Eric Clapton

Eric Clapton will turns back to perform at Argentine stage

2011-10-14T05:12:00.000-07:00

British singer and guitarist Eric Clapton will turns back after ten years to perform at Argentine stage, he will perform with his band at River Plate Stadium.

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Clapton 66-years-old is on tour currently promoting his new album.

The legendary musician comes to Buenos Aires clad with world renowned musicians including drummer Steve Gadd, bass player Willie Weeks, and pianists Chris Stainton and Tim Carmon on keyboards.

Backing singers, Michelle John and Sharon White will be accompanying Clapton throughout the show.

The singer/guitarist will perform at River tomorrow after arriving from Brazil, and before moving on to Chile.

Eric Clapton perform at Silo’

2011-07-29T12:53:00.000-07:00

A news released on 15th July, British blues and rock guitarist Eric Clapton perform at night from 8 to 11 at Silo’s, and Silo’s is located at 530 Main St. in Napa.

Kevin Russell will cover Clapton songs from his days alongside Cream through his solo career.

Silo’s manager Keith Stansberry said, “You are going to see a great Eric Clapton tribute and Kevin Russell is a consummate professional”.

Tickets are still available cost at $25.

Eric Clapton and Chris Evans have a Ferrari once owned

2011-07-25T10:00:00.000-07:00

Legendary guitarist Eric Clapton and radio presenter Chris Evans have a Ferrari once owned by the auction is won £66,500.

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The yellow 2003 Ferrari 575 Maranello, which covered 10,000 miles is only in Silverstone, Northants, on Saturday night was purchased by a private buyer.

Clapton had signed its service book before selling the car to Evans.

Auctioneer Guy Loveridge said: “It’s a great car and we’re not surprised it fetched such a large amount. Famous names are always a help.”

Eric Clapton headlined opening night of Oslo's annual Norwegian Wood Festival

2011-06-13T06:11:00.000-07:00

Eric Clapton Thursday June 9 Fronerbadet Vigeland Park is Oslo Norway Annual Festival of Wood headlined opening night. 8000 tickets per day from only being sold in her small summer festivals is one of the world.

This year, the bottom set Clapton thing as a wet rain stopped to start. The weather was great despite the sound of (his staff salute!) and the Election Commission and his band a Program has completed.

Eric has been revealed in the tweeted for his set list include Tell The Truth and brought back When Somebody Thinks Your Wonderful. Support was the Norwegian folk / rock band Real Ones.

Eric Scandinavian tour 2011 Herning, Jyske Bank in Denmark on Saturday 11 June Boxen wraps. After the visit is on break until October when they raised in South America.

Eric Clapton & His Band
9 June 2011 - Norwegian Wood Festival, Oslo
01. Key To The Highway
02. Tell The Truth
03. Hoochie Coochie Man
04. Old Love
05. Tearing Us Apart
06. Driftin'
07. Nobody Knows You When You're Down And Out
08. Same Old Blues (JJ Cale)
09. When Somebody Thinks You're Wonderful
10. Layla
11. Badge
12. Wonderful Tonight
13. Before You Accuse Me
14. Little Queen Of Spades
15. Cocaine
16. Crossroads

Eric Clapton present their fourth performances at Royal Albert Hall

2011-05-27T09:09:00.000-07:00

Eric Clapton and his band turns to present their fourth performances at Royal Albert Hall on London 21st May.
However, the set list with little change seems stable, EC arrangements of songs is a lot to change.

Of particular note was the new arrangement of Hoochie Coochie Man; it had fans buzzing outside the Albert.

One long-time fan told WE!, "EC's not only showcasing his brilliance as a guitarist this tour, but also that of arranger and bandleader par excellence. The only minor detraction is that the acoustic set is one or two songs too long. It would be brill if he swapped out Driftin' for another song from his last album. Another great night at the RAH"

Eric Clapton & His Band
21 May 2011 - Royal Albert Hall (Show #4)
01. Key To The Highway
02, Going Down Slow
03. Hoochie Coochie Man
04. Old Love
05. I Shot The Sheriff
06. Drifting
07. Nobody Knows You When You're Down And Out
08. Still Got The Blues
09. Same Old Blues
10. When Somebody Thinks You're Wonderful
11. Layla
12. Badge
13. Wonderful Tonight
14. Tearing Us Apart
15. Little Queen Of Spades
16. Cocaine
17. Crossroads

Eric Clapton's one-time Venice Beach retreat in California

2011-03-29T14:44:00.000-07:00

Eric Clapton is selling off a Japanese businessman once California's Venice Beach retreat homes in the earthquake and tsunami survivors benefits destruction.

Private celebrated Japanese architect Arata Isozaki only by the design house of $ 2.5 million (1.6 million pounds) in the property market will be hit.

Never been a sale of individual recordings after Clapton left when they sold the property in 2003 will be included. Rocker owned the house for five years. Ronald Bennett Getty Museum this place by craftsman furnishings custom features.

Eric Clapton images gallery

2011-03-12T12:44:00.000-08:00

Eric Clapton spotted in a public launderette

2011-03-05T13:40:00.000-08:00

Eric Clapton has been spotted in a public launderette dirty laundry.

Guitar hero Eric Clapton 65 year old, his nicknamed Slowhand, he was snapped in this week removing a blue shirt from the industrial washer at a launderette in LA.

Such as Layla Eric helped Hits are clear - he is said to have a £ 125million fortune. Yet here he is doing his dirty work.

Eric Clapton Putting Items Up For Auction

2011-02-25T14:30:00.000-08:00

More than 70 guitars and 70 amps has been put by Eric for auction in order to raise money for a charity to fight addiction.

On Wednesday, March 9, the event will take place in New York and anyone interested will be able to bid online.

Clapton said of the sale in a statement: "I am very happy that [auction house] Bonhams have agreed to host my third guitar auction in aid of The Crossroads Centre, Antigua, the drug and alcohol rehabilitation center I founded in 1998."

Clapton's 2006 Fender Stratocaster "Blackie Replica" is one of the biggest item up for auction which is expected to sale for $20,000 to $30,000.

There will be L.A. viewings of the items prior to the event at auction house Bonhams & Butterfields from February 18 to 20. The auction house is located at 7601 W. Sunset Blvd. from noon to 5 p.m.

Eric Clapton Has Fan In Kim Jong-Il's Son

2011-02-21T13:42:00.000-08:00

In the family of North Korean dictator Kim Jong-Il,Eric Clapton has once again proved to be favorite.

The Korean Broadcasting System apparently caught Chol on camera entering the concert, which took place on Monday at Singapore’s Indoor Stadium, reports the Daily Mail.

The British singer and guitarist performance previously saw by him in Germany in 2006, and is said to have invited Clapton to perform in the North Korean capital Pyongyang.

Back home, North Koreans celebrated the country’s biggest holiday to mark the 69th birthday of their leader.

Kim’s youngest son Jong-un, in his late 20s, has been identified to succeed him, and was in appointed in 2010 to senior military and political posts, along with Kim’s sister and husband.

Eric Clapton Tour Dates

2011-02-16T14:50:00.000-08:00

Here we reveal Eric Clapton tour dates for this year

Eric Clapton Tour Dates

Mon 9th May 2011
- Eric Clapton
- The O2 - Dublin
Tue 10th May 2011
- Eric Clapton
- Odyssey Arena - Belfast
Thu 12th May 2011
- Eric Clapton
- SECC - Glasgow
Sat 14th May 2011
- Eric Clapton
- Cardiff International Arena [CIA] - Cardiff
Sun 15th May 2011
- Eric Clapton
- Cardiff International Arena [CIA] - Cardiff
Tue 17th May 2011
- Eric Clapton
- Royal Albert Hall - London
Wed 18th May 2011
- Eric Clapton
- Royal Albert Hall - London
Fri 20th May 2011
- Eric Clapton
- Royal Albert Hall - London
Sat 21st May 2011
- Eric Clapton
- Royal Albert Hall - London
Mon 23rd May 2011
- Eric Clapton
- Royal Albert Hall - London
Tue 24th May 2011
- Eric Clapton
- Royal Albert Hall - London
Thu 26th May 2011
- Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood
- Royal Albert Hall - London
Fri 27th May 2011
- Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood
- Royal Albert Hall - London
Sun 29th May 2011
- Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood
- Royal Albert Hall - London
Mon 30th May 2011
- Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood
- Royal Albert Hall - London
Wed 1st Jun 2011
- Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood
- Royal Albert Hall - London

Eric Clapton sells guitars

2011-02-09T00:35:00.000-08:00

Rehab clinic The Crossroads Centre in Antigua in 1998 has been founded by Eric Clapton and has placed two previous auctions to raise funds for its maintenance.

He said: "I am very happy that Bonhams have agreed to host my third guitar auction.”

Anyone hoping to own a piece of Clapton’s musical history can come up at the auction to but around 70 guitars and 70 amps.

Fans can splash out on his one-of-a-kind black Fender Stratocaster from his 2005 tour, which is expected to sell for around $30,000.

The auction will held at Bonhams & Butterfields auction house in Los Angeles, on February 17.

Eric Clapton Playing Special NYC Shows in April

2011-01-26T01:00:00.000-08:00

At New York City's Rose Theater on April 8-9 at 8:00 p.m. ET,Eric Clapton will be performing two special shows along side Wynton Marsalis.

The reason to arrange the show is to give tribute to blues and jazz artists including Louis Armstrong, Howling Wolf, and more,reported by Pollstar.

Advance tickets are on sale until Feb. 11 to MasterCard holders through JALC.org. A general ticket sale will be announced soon.

For those fans who haven't seen Eric Clapton from long time,now have chance to see him live once again at NYC in April.

Eric Clapton Donating Guitars

2011-01-11T03:02:00.000-08:00

In the Music Maker Relief Foundation's Legendary Rhythm and Blues Cruise the Eric Clapton and The Who's guitarists Pete Townshend are donating auctioned to the guitars.

Eric Clapton is donating a guitar and also made a charitable present as an encourage to blues fans he donate to the silent auction which 5,000 British pounds to the foundation when other side Townshend is donating a signed Gibson SG guitar.

Fans can make a bid on the guitar even if they are not on the cruise. Tim Duffy who president of Music Maker said that bidding began at a minimum of $4,000. To make a bid, send an e-mail to Denise Duffy at denise@musicmaker.org or call (919) 643-2456.

Eric Clapton, Others Featured On Robbie Robertson's New Album

2011-01-06T13:18:00.000-08:00

In over a decade Robertson's will release first new album On 5 April 2011.How To Become Clairvoyant is Robertson's fifth solo album.

Eric Clapton (who co-wrote three tracks), Steve Winwood, Tom Morello, Robert Randolph, Trent Reznor and more are included as a guest artist in this album.Pino Palladino (bass) and Ian Thomas (drums) make up the rhythm section for the 12-track disc. Robertson co-produced the album with Marius de Vries.

How To Become Clairvoyant Track List
01. Straight Down The Line
02. When The Night Was Young
03. He Don't Live Here No More
04. The Right Mistake
05. This Is Where I Get Off
06. Fear of Falling
07. She's Not Mine
08. Madame X
09. Axman
10. Won't Be Back
11. How To Become Clairvoyant
12. Tango For Django

Clapton, Wonder to perform in Capital

2011-01-01T16:56:00.000-08:00

During the Yas Island Show Weekends at Yas Arena,Eric Clapton and Stevie Wonder form the fantastic line-up of international superstars set to perform early next year.

With legendary UK guitarist and blues artiste, Eric Clapton, The 2011 programme will kick off in style on  February 11.

Its expected that large amount of fan will come to see Stevie Wonder and Eric Clapton. February will also see DJ Tiesto spinning to a packed house at the FLASH Forum on February 17.

Eric Clapton: Perform in Pyongyang

2010-12-25T14:35:00.000-08:00

Kim Jong-il's son was a great fan of the British musician Eric Clapton so North Korea wanted he perform in Pyongjang, released by Wikileaks have reveal the latest US diplomatic cables.

The government connected to the US and advised that the gig could help persuade Kim Jong-il to allow aid into the country.

According to the Guardian, "A performance could be an opportunity to build goodwill".

It went on: "Arranging an Eric Clapton concert in Pyongyang could be useful, given Kim Jong-il's second son's devotion to the rock legend".

North Korea said, "The concert could be part of a cultural exchange between the communist nation and the west".

Report to the Clapton had "in principle" agreed to a gig, after his representatives released a denying statement that he held to the part the plan later turn down apart.

Eric Clapton selling off 70 guitars in New York auction

2010-12-15T04:14:00.000-08:00

A guitar he used in the 2005 Cream reunion shows in London and New York and more than other 70 instruments are up for grabs.

Lots start at a guide price of £190 but the Fender Stratocaster, valued at up to £19,000, will be the star buy.

A rehab clinic the 65-year-old founded in Antigua will get all the proceeds from this auction.

A spokesman for Bonhams which is holding the sale in New York in March 2011 said that ‘The instruments are a part of his history but most are affordable.’

Instruments and amps by Gibson, Fender, Marshall, Martin and Music Man are included in the sale.

Eric Clapton West Coast tour concerts 2011

2010-12-07T08:43:00.000-08:00

In this year Eric Clapton's has been packed with successful gig events from a series gig with Jeff Beck and a tour with Roger Daltry in 2010. Now the musician is shutting down in 2010 by announcing new North American tour plans for the New Year.

At Rogers Arena in Vancouver the illustrious guitar slinger establish his West Coast guess with a single show in Canada on February 25.

Clapton's 20th studio album tour release in the late September, the competently titled "Clapton".

Eric Clapton routes:

February 25	Vancouver, BC	Rogers Arena
February 26	Seattle, WA	KeyArena at Seattle Center
February 28	Portland, OR	Rose Garden Arena
March 2	San Jose, CA	HP Pavilion at San Jose
March 3	Sacramento, CA	ARCO Arena
March 5	Las Vegas, NV	MGM Grand Garden Arena
March 6	San Diego, CA	Valley View Casino Center
March 8 - 9	Universal City, CA	Gibson Amphitheater

Eric Clapton announces 2011 tour to kick off in Vancouver

2010-11-30T03:13:00.000-08:00

Legendary guitarist Eric Clapton has just announced an initial list of North American tour dates for 2011, kicking off in Vancouver on Feb 25 (see the current list below).

Clapton's latest album, Clapton, on which he collaborated with an all-star cast including Allen Toussaint, JJ Cale, Wynton Marsalis, Sheryl Crow and Derek Trucks, among others, was released earlier this year.

For the tour, his band will consist of long-time touring partners Steve Gadd (drums), Willie Weeks (bass), Chris Stainton (keys), with Michelle John and Sharon White as backing vocalists.

Tickets for the Vancouver show, which will also feature Los Lobos as the opening act, go on sale Friday, Dec 3, at Ticketmaster. Prices range from $65 to $159 plus service charges.

CURRENT LIST OF TOUR DATES

FEBRUARY 2011

Feb 25 Vancouver, BC Rogers Arena
Feb 26 Seattle, WA Key Arena
Feb 28 Portland, OR Rose Garden Arena

MARCH 2011

March 2 San Jose, CA HP Pavilion
March 3 Sacramento, CA ARCO Arena
March 5 Las Vegas, NV MGM Grand Garden Arena
March 6 San Diego, CA Valley View Casino Center
March 8 Los Angeles, CA Gibson Amphitheater at Universal CityWalk
March 9 Los Angeles, CA Gibson Amphitheater at Universal CityWalk

Eric Clapton Participates In Art Of The Song Auction To Benefit Teenage Cancer Trust

2010-11-21T00:03:00.000-08:00

Eric Clapton, Sir Paul McCartney, Sting, Annie Lennox, Ian Anderson, Sir Tim Rice and many other British lyricists and composers have written out lyrics to some of their best known songs to benefit the Teenage Cancer Trust through the Art Of The Song Auction on 15 December at Bonhams Knightsbridge.

Clapton has contributed handwritten and autographed lyrics to "Run Back To Your Side." The song was written and recorded for his recently released album, "Clapton." The Teenage Cancer Trust funds special units in NHS hospitals for young people undergoing cancer treatment. The auction was organised by PRS for Music.

Further information about the auction can be found at the Bonhams Website.

Gibson to Reproduce Eric Clapton’s Classic “Beano” Les Paul

2010-11-12T02:36:00.000-08:00

One of the most eminent guitars in the history of rock and blues music will be released this December: Eric Clapton’s 1960 “Beano” Les Paul

The axe that Slowhand wielded on the classic John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers album Blues Breakers with Eric Clapton — when Londoners were declaring him “God” — will soon be available in stores, courtesy of the Gibson Custom Shop.

Check back in the coming weeks for more details!

Eric Clapton May 2011, Irish & UK tours

2010-11-02T08:48:00.000-07:00

Eric Clapton, a famous English guitarist was set to perform tracks on "Later ... With Jools Holland" this week. The legend guitarist played for around 30 minute.

There is a good news for those fans who had missed the yesterday broadcast can see on air extended and pre-recorded edition on Friday 5th November along with it Eric Clapton will also be interviewed by Jools Holland on the show.

Also performing on tomorrow’s show are Kings of Leon, MIA, Vaccines, Bellowhead and comedian Harry Hill, who is an unlikely competitor for this year’s Christmas Number One.

"Later ... With Jools Holland" is broadcast on BBC Two with a simulcast on BBC HD. The show can also be viewed on the BBC iplayer at www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer

Below are the list of upcoming concert in next May 2011 which will be going to held in UK and Ireland by Eric Clapton

May 2011

9th O2, Dublin
10th Odyssey, Belfast
12th SECC, Glasgow
14th CIA, Cardiff
17th Royal Albert Hall, London
18th Royal Albert Hall, London
20th Royal Albert Hall, London
21st Royal Albert Hall, London

Eric Clapton Tour 2011

2010-09-15T04:00:00.000-07:00

Eric Clapton has affirmed for his new album a series of dates in support.

The guitarist’s 19th release features Doyle Bramhall II, JJ Cale, drummer Jim Keltner, bassist Willie Weeks and keyboardist Walt Richmond, as well as guests Steve Winwood, Wynton Marsalis, Sheryl Crow, Allen Toussaint, and Derek Trucks.

Oldhand has put up and clap for his new band at these concerts, including Weeks, Steve Gadd (drums), Chris Stainton (keyboards), Michelle John (vocals) and Sharon White (vocals). The ensemble will also tour the U.S. and Asia in 2011.
Eric Clapton’s 2011 Dates
May 9 Dublin—O2

May 10 Belfast—Odyssey Arena

May 12 Glasgow—SECC

May 14 Cardiff—Cardiff International

May 17 London—Royal Albert Hall

May 18 London—Royal Albert Hall

May 20 London—Royal Albert Hall

May 21 London—Royal Albert Hall

'The Cream of Eric Clapton' in Lisburn, don't miss

2010-08-07T04:46:00.000-07:00

Eric Clapton tribute, LOCAL guitarist Roy Fulton will be playing this tribute when Eric brings his show 'The Cream of Eric Clapton' to Alexanders on Saturday August 28.
Roy Fulton 'The Cream of Eric Clapton' is not an impersonation act, rather it is a fitting tribute to the music of the great guitarist. Songs featured will include 'Wonderful Tonight', 'I Shot the Sheriff', 'Layla', 'Tears in Heaven', 'Before You Accuse Me', 'Got You On My Mind', 'Alberta Crossroads', 'Change The World', 'Promises', 'Lay Down Sally', 'Cocaine' and many more.As well as great music, Magners Cider are having a promotion night from 8.30pm - 10pm.Doors open at 8.30pm and the show starts at 9.30pm. Tickets are priced £10 and now available from Alexanders Bar.

Crossroads Festival Coming to Theraters Eric Clapton

2010-07-21T10:57:00.000-07:00

Eric Clapton's Crossroads Festival Coming to Theaters Guitar worshippers and Clapton'ites, take note. Eric Clapton held his Crossroads Guitar Festival in Chicago last month and now, the event is coming to movie theaters across the country for just one night of guitar goodness. On July 27, more than 475 movie theaters nationwide will broadcast two hours of footage from the concert, which featured performances from ZZ Top, Steve Winwood, Jeff Beck, BB King and many others. It'll be like you were there, in the flesh! Exclusive backstage footage and behind the scenes video, along with performer interviews and an introduction by Clapton himself will all be part of the film as well. Learn more at FathomEvents.com. And mark your calendars, too. What is your take on concerts being broadcast in cinema? Is it just as good as the actual thing?

A Summer's Worth Of Classic Rock In Cincinnati Eric Clapton And Roger Daltrey Kick Off

2010-07-02T06:57:00.000-07:00

They're the kind of bands that lazy summer evenings on the lawn are made for. Plus, they happen to be the bread and butter of outdoor amphitheaters starved for new headliners who can bring out massive crowds from June to September. And this summer I decided I was going to go look as many as I could, because, well, they're not getting any younger and life's to short to have regrets, right?
Which is why I found myself standing next to my father in law at a nearly sold out Riverbend Amphitheater in Cincinnati, Ohio, on a perfect Wednesday night (June 30) for a show by guitar god Eric Clapton and Who singer Roger Daltrey, one of only three (he informed me, because he does his homework) shows the two charter Rock and Roll Hall of Fame legends would be playing together this summer.
I couldn't have picked a better show partner, since he has seen Clapton five or six times and the Who at least twice, and I'm not just talking the later day versions, either.
I've really seen the Who back on their third or fourth unretirement tours back in the '90s but I'd never seen Clapton. And though I've never been a superfan, he is Slow Hand, so you have to check that one off the list.
Daltrey came out first, instantly busting into a trio of Who classics ("I Can See For Miles," "The Real Me" and "Behind Blue Eyes") backed by a muscular five piece band that gave a bit of a rougher edge to the FM radio staples without messing with the arrangements too much. Daltrey would likely be the first to admit he's lost a bit of the top edge of his range, but the grittiness that replaced it was perfect for a dirty blues cover of Creedence Clearwater Revival's "Born on the Bayou," which he dedicated to victims of the BP oil spill.
Though he didn't have lifelong foil Pete Townshend with him, Daltrey had the next best thing in the Who guitarist's younger brother Simon, who filled in (with eerily Pete like vocals) on a cover a tune the singer said the Who had never performed live, the rousing "Going Mobile."
Daltrey busted out the classic microphone swings for "Who Are You," which the group played in a kind of spare, deconstructed way that aired it out a bit, and by the time he brought it home almost 50 minutes later with "Baba O'Riley," the crowd went bananas from the first, instantly recognizable keyboard notes until the messy, controlled chaos ending.
If Daltrey was all about power and energy, Clapton lived up to his stage nickname. The 65 year old story strolled out unassumingly in baggy jeans and black button down short-sleeved shirt for 90 minutes of expertly crafted blues that impressed if only because he made the intricate seem effortless.
Clapton's not a wailer, a shouter or a flashy slasher. I knew that from years of watching him on TV. But his ease and mastery of his instrument in concert is something to behold. For one thing, as far as I could tell, Clapton never once changed out his powder blue ax, nor did he fuss around tuning it between songs. From "Key to the Highway" to "Tell the Truth" and through the set closing, face melting encore "Crossroads," he plucked away at the strings of that guitar, pulling out some Delta blues here, a bit of classical guitar magic there and plenty of fat rock riffs in between.
Aided by two soul mama backup singers, a bassist, master session drummer Steve Gadd and a pair of excellent keyboardist, Clapton took it down mid show for an acoustic set that featured a swinging, mellow "Layla" and the walking blues of "Nobody Knows You When You're Down and Out."
His extended reggae skanking cover of Bob Marley's "I Shot the Sheriff" was spot on, with the backups singers howling away alongside his offhand island inflected sing talking. "Before You Accuse Me" turned into a barrelhouse blues clinic, with Clapton happly ceding the stage to his keyboardists, who engaged in a Hammond vs. piano showdown that brought whoops from the crowd. It was a bit surreal to hear nearly 20,000 people shout out the chorus to the song "Cocaine" at a man who has had his fair share of struggles with the powder, but there was something joyful about that irony (and the smoking licks that accompanied it) that you just don't get at a John Mayer gig.
Well, one show down, a summer's worth to go. Watch out Santana, Steve Winwood, Kiss, Ringo Starr, Tom Petty and Aerosmith. You're next.

Eric Clapton - Crossroads Guitar Festival

2010-06-22T01:58:00.001-07:00

Eric Clapton: For Beck, musical matches aren't always harmonious

2010-04-13T02:39:00.000-07:00

During joint sets on Jeff Beck's recent mini-tour with Eric Clapton, the pair interacted genially and respectfully on a half-dozen blues songs. But Beck concedes that collaborations between superior talents can be tricky.His approach to playing with the man he replaced in The Yardbirds was "definitely not gunslinging. I've been accused of being too polite. Maybe my mom came into my head and said, 'Don't show off. There's someone else there. Don't shred them off the stage, even if you could.' It's bad form, and doesn't make for a good concert. What's the point of upsetting the person you're aligned with?"
Beck's views on other recent matchups:
Jimmy Page, who inducted Beck into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame last year and played with him after his speech: "I wasn't sure how they would dovetail Jimmy into the proceedings. ... Unbelievably, in the hotel elevator (right before the ceremonies), I got a phone call from the bass player, who suggested that right in the middle of Beck's Bolero, they stop and just start playingImmigrant Song (a Page-written Led Zeppelin classic). So that's what we did. Nobody knew it was going to happen. Not the lighting guys or anybody. That's what I love."
Metallica, which led the all-star jam at the Rock Hall ceremonies: "I wanted to put my guitar down. I know those things (the jams) are for the dustbin — they're not worth anything. The sound is horrible, the bass player (generally) is three bars behind."
Stevie Wonder, whom Beck joined on Superstition at the Rock Hall 25th Anniversary concerts last fall: "It's a slightly fractured friendship, and I don't know why. He knows what I think about him, but there's always a little bit of a rub there."
Joss Stone, who sings two songs on Beck's new Emotion & Commotion album: "Devonshire (England) is not the sort of place one would expect to find a white soul diva who sounds as though she came out of the Staple Singers. She's a little Janis Joplin, a little Tina Turner, all in one."
Imelda May, who performed with Beck at the Grammys on a Les Paul tribute: "Imelda was so perfect. She looked like she walked out of a Coke commercial."

Eric Clapton-Only Liked Old Men's Voice

2010-03-24T09:05:00.000-07:00

Eric Clapton had to grow into learning to love his ''old man'' singing voice.

The legendary blues guitarist claimed he has taken a long time to grow into liking the sound of his singin voice, but now he has grown huskier as he has got older he is more satisfied with it.

When asked if he liked his singing, Eric said: "No. I do now. It's taken me to be an older guy, an old man, to have an old man's voice. Because I only liked old men's voices".

Eric Added: "As a kid, I didn't like pip-squeaked singers. It was always someone with authority. And for a singer to have authority, they have to have some kind of social standing. Otherwise, it's fake."

http://www.contactmusic.com/news.nsf/story/eric-claptons-old-man-voice_1133002

Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck announce North American dates

2010-02-02T06:57:00.000-08:00

Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck have announced details of three North American shows next February.The legendary guitarists, both former members of The Yardbirds, will play New York's Madison Square Garden on February 18, before heading to Canada for shows in Toronto and Montreal.

Eric Clapton Tickets for the Toronto show go on sale this Friday (December 4), and Montreal the following day (December 5). New York tickets will be available from December 12.Preceding the tour the duo are also set to play two shows at

London's O2 Arena on February 13 and 14.

Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck will play the following:New York, NY, Madison Square Garden (February 18)Toronto, ON,

Air Canada Centre (21)Montreal, QC,

Bell Centre (22)

Eric Clapton - August

2009-11-06T11:33:00.000-08:00

Eric Clapton and Phil Collins joined together for a second collaborative effort with the November 1986 release August. They shared producing chores as Collins pop sensibilities combined with Clapton’s blues/rock foundation to provide a solid and satisfying listening experience.
The drumming and synthesizers may have been very eighties but they allowed room for Clapton’s guitar excursions. It may have been slicker and more polished than many of his past album releases, but it retained his signature sound.
Clapton assembled his usual collection of stellar backing musicians. Greg Phillinganes was back on board as the keyboardist and would become an important part of his touring band for the next several years. Saxophone player Michael Brecker, trumpet player Randy Brecker, and a couple of friends brought their brass sound to five of the tracks and were a welcome addition.
August would only reach number 37 on the American charts, but would continue to sell well for years and ultimately become one of his most commercial successes.
The songs roll smoothly into one another. “It’s The Way That You Use It,” co-written with Robbie Robertson, features a gritty vocal and excellent guitar solo. “Tearing Us Apart” contains a fine vocal by the legendary Tina Turner. “Taking A Chance” finds Clapton’s guitar floating over Phillinganes keyboards. All three tracks were hits on the American Mainstream Rock Charts and received considerable airplay.
“Run” and “Hung Up On Your Love” were both written by Motown soul artist and composer deluxe Lamont Dozier and receive a horn laden treatment in support of his classic guitar playing.
August may be a product of the eighties, but it is good eighties. It remains a good effort by one of rock music’s guitar gods.

Eric Clapton: Donates Personal Item

2009-11-02T13:12:00.000-08:00

Rock and Roll Hall the 25th anniversary of Fame Concerts were less than a week away when headliner Eric Clapton pulled out because of gallbladder surgery. By now, we know that Mr. Clapton is recuperating nicely and that even in his absence, the concerts were memorable events. And yet, not everyone is glad. Entry on Eric Clapton's an October 24 facebook page states "I think that it sucks that you had to cancel your Rock and Roll Hall of Fame concert in NYC! We paid a small fortune for those tickets!" Even though this "fan" cannot feel Mr. Clapton's pain, he apparently feels hers.To everyone's surprise, Eric Clapton has announced that he will donate his gallbladder to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame where it is expected to remain on permanent display. In a statement, Clapton declared "The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has long been the home of personal items like Buddy Holly's high school diploma. I am happy to donate this most personal item, an organ from my own body. Now, even though my fans cannot always see me, they will always be able to see part of me. It is my sincere hope that this will satisfy ya, and not slide on by ya."Dr. Hiram Ingraham, President of the Greater Cleveland Gastroenterology Society, offered praise reminiscent of Clapton's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist: "I want to send respect out to the gallbladder that quietly stored and secreted bile while great guitar solos were being created. I want to send respect out to the only gallbladder that attended every Cream, Blind Faith and Derek and the Dominos concert. I want to send respect out to the only gallbladder to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame three times."In related news, Clapton's gallstone will be auctioned off by Christie's with proceeds to benefit BUTT, Before U Type, Think.

Eric Clapton: Recovering From Surgery

2009-10-29T10:36:00.000-07:00

As previously reported, British guitarist Eric Clapton had to step out of an October 23 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame concert at New York's Madison Square Garden due to a medical procedure needed to remove stones from his gallbladder. Clapton's publicist currently told BBC News that he is successfully recovering from the operation and that he "remains committed" to dates at London's O2 Arena in February. Clapton was replaced at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame gig by buddy guitarist Jeff Beck, with whom he'll play at the O2 Arena dates.

Eric Clapton: Cancels appearance at Rock Hall 25th anniversary concert

2009-10-26T06:00:00.000-07:00

The two night 25th anniversary concert as the complete lineup for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum at Madison Square Garden continues to unfold, one major player will be missing.
Eric Clapton, originally scheduled to perform on Friday, October 30th, has cancelled his appearance due to a medical procedure for gall stones, according to a press release from the Hall of Fame.
Clapton willl spend time recuperating at his home in the UK.
Just this week, the Hall of Fame added legendary rockers John Fogerty and Ray Davies to the all star lineup.
Bluesmen B.B. King and Buddy Guy were added last week along with several others. Guy, was slated to perform with Clapton.
Major acts such as U2, Bruce Springsteen, Metallica, Aretha Franklin, Simon and Garfunkel and Crosby, Still and Nash will perform with particular guests.
The Rock Hall says its working hard on a replacement for Clapton's segment.
Might I suggest, Sir Paul McCartney?

Backless - Eric Clapton

2009-10-13T13:53:00.000-07:00

Eric Clapton issued Backless twelve months after the release of his classic, Slowhand, and while it may not have had the consistent brillence of that album, it was still very good.
The cover photo says a lot about this release. A relaxed of its footage and laid back Clapton strumming his guitar. The music would likewise be a mostly mellow collection of various styles and traditions as the best songs run the gamut from rock to blues, even to country.
Old country tune is "Tulsa Time" that receives a rocking adaptation by Clapton and may be the album's best track. It was released as a single in the United States and deserved better than just cracking the top thirty. “Watch Out For Lucy” is another straight rock time and has a primitive bar sound as Clapton cranks up his old guitar for some of his classic playing.
“Promises” which did become a U.S. top ten single is a subtle song with subdued vocals and some understated slide guitar. It almost has a country flavor as the vocals explore relationships.
Clapton returns to the blues with the traditional “Early In The Morning.” He is always at home with a slow blues song and at eight minutes he has room for a couple of guitar solos and tempo changes. A contribution by Bob Dylan, “Walk Out In The Rain” is another bluesy, mid-tempo track, this one yielding an excellent Clapton vocal.
One surprising failure was the J.J. Cale penned “I’ll Make Love To You Anytime.” After the brilliance of “Cocaine” and “After Midnight” this one is just a little too laid back.
Backless is overall just a step below Clapton’s best work. It has stood the test of time well and remains a good listen three-plus decades after its release.

Eric Clapton - Slowhand

2009-10-10T13:43:00.000-07:00

After two mellow, laid back, and in some ways lackluster efforts, Eric Clapton returned in May of 1977 with one of the strongest releases of his solo career. If I had to pick the ten best solo songs of his career the first three tracks of this album would all make the list. Slowhand was embraced by old and new fans alike and Rolling Stone Magazine ranked it among the 500 best albums of all time.
Clapton’s guitar playing virtuosity is very evident here as it dominates the sound. The choice of master producer Glyn Johns was a wise one as the album has production values and a balance that were missing on his past solo efforts.
The J.J. Cale song, “Cocaine,” begins the album on a ringing note. Great chords and riffs propel this anti drug song. Rock ‘n’ roll does not get much better than this and it would become an eternal part of his live shows.
“Wonderful Tonight” takes the listener in a change direction. This gentle ballad, written for Patti Boyd (Harrison), features one of his better vocals and the lyrics demonstrate how he had evolved as a songwriter. “Lay Down Sally” was a huge top three hit single in the United States. Its shuffle or staccato guitar sound was unique and Clapton’s vocal fits in well. Marcy Levy, who co-wrote the track with Clapton, provides some memorable vocals.
Another outstanding track was also co-written by Levy. “The Core,” at close to nine minutes, gives Clapton some room to stretch plus contains a nice Clapton/Levy duet. The old Arthur Crudup tune, “Mean Old Frisco,” returns him to his blues roots as he demonstrates some tasty slide guitar technique. “We’re All The Way,” written by Don Williams, is an early Clapton foray into a country sound.
Slowhand was a masterpiece then, and remains one now. For anyone interested in the solo career of Eric Clapton, it all flows through this album.

Eric Clapton swaps: Eric Clapton electric guitar for cricket bat

2009-10-08T13:24:00.000-07:00

Eric Clapton brandished a cricket bat instead of a Fender Stratocaster to play a charity match this week.
Eric Clapton XI the rock story assembled, which featured other musicians such as Steve Crook of Juliet The Sun, to play Bunbury Cricket Club.
Speaking to the Sun, Crook revealed that he took the chance to ask the former Cream electric guitar player for tips on how to progress in the music business.
He commented, "He put us in contact with his legendary former manager David English, who's been helping to guide our career".
Crook added that in comeback, Clapton he offered a few tips on how to improve his game of cricket, in special his forward defensive stroke.
The rock story obviously got 15 runs after being given this little bit of advice.
This comes after former Rolling Stones bass guitar player Bill Wyman took part in one of Clapton's charity cricket matches in the summer.

Announce second London show to Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck

2009-10-05T12:26:00.000-07:00

Guitar god Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck announced that they were playing a gig together at London's O2 Arena on February 13th a few months ago. Pollstar reports that the two have now added a second date, February 14th. Tickets for the gigs went on sale last week. Clapton said in a released statement, "Jeff Beck I've always considered k to be one of the finest guitar players around. He's a friend, a great guy, and a truly gifted musician. We had such a fun time in Japan that it seemed natural to play together again."Clapton and Beck have played several of the same benefits and festivals over the year but it wasn't until they split a bill in Japan last year that the duo decided to book a show together. The new show may be not the last as more dates may be added in the future.

There's One In Every Crowd-Eric Clapton

2009-10-03T07:18:00.000-07:00

If it weren’t for the dog on the cover I would not have remembered anything about this album. My vinyl copy is in pristine condition, which is not a nice sign as it means the record has not been played very much over the years.
There’s One In Every Crowd, i have listened, a couple of times over the past two days and it reminds me of 461 Ocean Boulevard, but without the highs or truly memorable tracks. There were no hit singles and it lacked a signature song such as “I Shot The Sheriff.” It was also nowhere near as commercially successful as its number one predecessor.
This was another eclectic pair of songs by Clapton, ranging from blues to gospel to reggae to rock all in all, a mellow and laid back affair. Gone were the extended guitar solos and energetic rock ‘n’ roll of the past. It was a far change Clapton than his fans of Cream, The Bluesbreakers, and even The Yardbirds were used too.
There are no terrible tracks but there are few, if any, that actually stay with you. The first two songs, “We’ve Been Told (Jesus Is Coming)” and “Swing Low, Sweet Chariot,” are both smooth renditions and have a nice gospel feel. The best track is likely the old Elmore James blues tune, “The Sky Is Crying,” where Clapton gives a few short bursts of his guitar proficiency.
The final four songs were all written by Clapton and set the tone for a lot of his work that would follow in the years to come. “Better Make It Through Today” is soulful while “Pretty Blue Eyes” has some gentle acoustic playing.
There’s One In Every Crowd is one of the forgettable albums in Eric Clapton’s vast catalogue. If you are going to explore his music this is likely not an album you would pick. In fact, my vinyl copy has been returned to its shelf.

Eric Clapton And Jeff Beck Plan Arena Gig

2009-09-29T12:58:00.000-07:00

(Nightwatcher) Planet Rock is reporting that Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck will play a huge gig together at the O2 Arena next year.
The blues storys will perform together at London's premier venue on 13 February. They first performed their quislingism gig in Tokyo in February and following the success of the gig they decided to bring it home.
'Eric and I played together in Japan earlier this year and had a blast. Since then we have been in regular contact and talked about doing a similar gig for our fans. Looking forward to the gig in 2010," said Beck.

London Concert In February, Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck

2009-09-27T12:48:00.000-07:00

Jeff Beck and Eric Clapton will co-headline London's O2 Arena on February 13. This concert comes on the heels of a co-bill the legendary guitarists divided last year Saitama Super Arena in Japan. At present it's just a one-off date but we won't discourage daydreaming about this pairing coming to the States.
Tickets for the O2 Arena show go on sale Monday, September 28

London Concert in February 2010 Clapton and Beck Plan Joint

2009-09-25T05:22:00.000-07:00

They were the biggest duo to hit Japan since Godzilla and Mothra, and now comes word guitar giants Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck are going to rock together again in 2010. The pair announced today they’ll take the stage at London’s O2 Arena on February 13th, 2010 at a joint concert that promises to be epic. As Rolling Stone reported earlier this year, Beck and Clapton shared the bill together for the first time in their careers at a pair of concerts in Japan in February. The duo had previously performed together during festival shows, but hadn’t really shared the bill. And now that they’re moving geographically closer to the States, rumors that they’ll bring the joint show to the U.S. in 2010 are ramping up.
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“I’ve always considered Jeff Beck to be one of the finest guitar players around. He’s a friend, a great guy, and a truly gifted musician. We had such a fun time in Japan that it looked natural to play together again,” Clapton said in a statement today. Added Beck, “Eric and I played together in Japan earlier this year and had a blast. Since then we have been in habitue contact and talked about doing a similar show for our fans. Looking forward to the show in 2010.”
Both Clapton and Beck will perform a set of their own music before converging onstage for a set together, and a press release promises their joint set will be longer than the ones performed at the Japan shows. Beck is only a select number of artists inducted into the Rock Hall twice for his solo career and his work with the Yardbirds while Clapton is the lone musician who appears three times in the Rock Hall: as a member of both Cream and the Yardbirds and as a solo artist. While both Clapton and Beck were both members of the Yardbirds, the two never performed together in the band: It was Beck that replaced Clapton when he left the pair.

Clapton's coupe Local duo builds

2009-09-16T12:48:00.000-07:00

Catering to classic hot rod enthusiasts from around the world is an everyday natural event for Dan Laughlin and Eric Sanderson of Dan Laughlin Customs & Restoration in Anderson.
Last week, they completed a Merlot pearl colored 1949 Ford Coupe specially crafted for guitarist Eric Clapton.
Through their seven year association with Roy Brizio's Hot Rod Shop in South San Francisco, Laughlin and Sanderson have also built three hot rods for the Mariani family Mark, Dennis and Dennis, Jr., all of Winters as well as "a few for John Mumford," Laughlin said.
He and Sanderson also assisted Roy Brizio with a 1932 Ford four door sedan built for Bob Nickum that will be featured in the October issue of Street Rodder magazine, as well as a 1972 365 GTC Ferrari V-12-powered 1933 Ford Roadster built for Ferrari collector Larry Carter.
In fact, at a current August 22 gathering of 130 Brizio built cars at a show in Pleasanton, Laughlin and Sanderson caught glimpses of at least six of their creations.
According to the Brizio Web site, a custom built hot rod of the quality that Roy Brizio is known for typically fetches between $80,000 and $160,000. From there the price only goes up, depending upon what the customer wants as well as what the customer can afford.
"We aren't millionaires. We just work for a lot of them," Laughlin said with a wry smile.
The most current hot rod acquired by Clapton is the second such project car that Laughlin and Sanderson have helped build for the world famous guitarist.
The first, completed several years ago, was a classic green 1932 Ford Victoria, Sanderson said.
This time around, the British born rocker needed a right hand drive show stopper in which he can tool around his native countryside, according to Brizio's
The car has a specially ordered Art Morrison chassis, shaved door handles, frenched headlights and taillights, a peaked hood, a trunk lid lengthened by nearly 5 inches and a 2-inch chop to the vehicle's top. The entire floor has been replaced and wide tire wells have also been added, Sanderson said.
"This one will be a show driver. It's meant to be driven around. It will probably do a year on the show circuit before it is driven primarily for pleasure," he explained.
The power train includes a Roush built 402 cubic inch small block Ford V-8 engine matched up with a Tremec 5-speed transmission, Sanderson added.
"This combination should be capable of turning out 450 to 500 horsepower," said Sanderson, a 1994 graduate of Enterprise High School in Redding.
"Right out of high school, I started doing some detailing. At age 20, I had my own auto body shop here in Anderson," Sanderson explained in late June between sessions in the paint booth where he was spraying six coats of Martin Senour base paint as well as three coats of clear on the Clapton vehicle's door panels.
For the past five months, Laughlin, Sanderson and another part-time employee stayed busy. One week in early April, a visitor to the shop would have seen the three of them carefully jacking the coupe's solid body off of a temporary chassis prior to attaching it on either end to an auto body rotisserie so that rough spots on the car's roof, sides and undercarriage could more easily be sanded smooth.
The work that Sanderson and Laughlin do is often more akin to sculpting than auto mechanics.
"We need to remake the body panels so that they all line up and everything fits just right," Sanderson explained. "It just takes hundreds and hundreds of hours."
Sanderson estimated he and Laughlin have put in somewhere between 800 to 1,000 hours on Clapton's latest project by the time it was rolled onto the showroom floor in South San Francisco on Saturday, Sept. 12, for delivery to Clapton.
"We only do three or four cars a year for Brizio because each of his projects takes about four months," Sanderson said.
Clapton, who only currently started collecting custom hot rods, was on the West Coast this week to make a live appearance Thursday, Sept. 17, with Bruce Hornsby on NBC's new live variety show, "The Jay Leno Show." Clapton plays guitar on the track "Space is the Place" on Hornsby's new album "Levitate, which was to be released Tuesday, Sept. 15. Hornsby and the Noisemakers kicked off their latest tour Saturday, Sept. 12, with a concert in Hampton, Va.
Hardly had the Clapton car left the Anderson shop floor Saturday, Sept. 4, when Laughlin and Sanderson were soon wading into two other projects. The first is a 1932 Ford two-door sedan delivery van that was currently retrofitted with a rear delivery door. Second is a 1968 Mustang Fastback described by Laughlin as a "Bullitt"-like retro car.
All that hard work obviously pays off for Laughlin and Sanderson. Normally, Dan Laughlin Customs & Restoration is booked solid for two years in advance.
"They only do the best," said Al Naticchioni, 64, of Redding, broker and owner of Re/Max of Redding. "They only repaired my 1959 Corvette because a friend recommended me to them. I banged up the car pretty good when someone pulled out in front of me."
"The work they did was just perfect," Naticchioni said of the resulting repairs. "I've never done business with a better pair of guys. They are artists. Every line and every seam was just perfect."
After the restoration, Naticchioni said the car appraised for $150,000. He recently is offering it on-line for $119,000.
"My wife gave it to me five years ago for a birthday present when I turned 60. I've still got the car in my garage," he added.
Dennis Kliever, owner of Quality Lube & Oil in Anderson, has had Laughlin and Sanderson work on his 1941 Cadillac, which Kliever describes as a "work in progress."
"Their ideas, their imagination is amazing. They have been doing custom work for so many years that they complement each other's skills so well. When I brought my '41 Caddy to them, the car was actually rusted out. They had to put in a whole new trunk and floorboards," Kliever said.
While Sanderson was working on the trunk, he suggested to Kliever that the car's brake lights could easily be concealed in the bumper, giving the real end a more streamlined and custom-car look.
"It's trick. I just can't say enough for them," Kliever said of the car.

Yeovil tonight to Rodent rockers

2009-09-13T04:36:00.000-07:00

POWER rock trio The Hamsters are playing the Quicksilver Mail in Yeovil tonight (Sunday).
The band are a top blues rock attraction, having performed 4,000 concerts over 21 years and worked with artists including Eric Clapton and Alison Moyet.
Although primarily performing their material, they are widely heeded as leading translator of the music of Jimi Hendrix and more currently ZZ Top.
Their brand of rootsy rock, blues and Americana have attracted plaudits from issue as diverse as Kerrang and Top Gear magazine.
The concert starts at 9pm, with doors open from 8pm, and tickets cost £10 in advance on 01935-424721.

'still sounds new' Fender Stratocaster

2009-08-25T05:31:00.000-07:00

The fresh sound of the Fender Stratocaster has been hailed by MusicRadar, more than half a century after the electric guitar was first conceptioned.
According to the website, the instrument has changed very little during its 55 years in production, bar the incorporation of a few minor tweaks and innovations.
These small elaboration were said to have helped keep it sounding vital and new throughout its long life.
"It remains in shape and sound a potent weapon for any guitar player," MusicRadar commented.
The website connected that the electric guitar has become a modern icon partly because of the legendary musicians who have made it their apparatus of choice.
Jimi Hendrix, Jeff Beck and Cream guitarist Eric Clapton were hailed as three of the stars who have helped to popularise the instrument.
MusicRadar also flagged up the late Rory Gallagher, Hank Marvin and Buddy Holly as other notable Fender Stratocaster players.
This echoes suddenly observations from Wired.com, which noted that the instrument has become synonymous with the music it has been used to create.
Superb value electric guitars available now

Eric Clapton filmmakers seek footage captured by fans

2009-08-11T07:24:00.000-07:00

The producers of a new Eric Clapton documentary are effect the help of fans to provide them with can did picture of the artist or his achievement.

Filmmakers at the back the top secret project were already said to have procured hours of performance video, backstage scenes and interviews.

According to Eric Clapton Portal.com, the team is now on the lookout for excellent footage, video and film of Clapton prior to 1980, reports Contactmusic.
Producers allege the unnamed movie will "represent the most comprehensive overview of Eric’s 45-plus year career ever assembled."

ERIC CLAPTON LINK

2009-08-05T08:47:00.000-07:00

He is credited as an innovator in a wide variety of genres. These include blues-rock (with John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers and the Yardbirds) and psychedelic rock (with Cream). Additionally, Clapton's chart success was not limited to the blues, with chart-toppers in Delta Blues (Me and Mr. Johnson), pop ("Change the World") and reggae (Bob Marley's "I Shot the Sheriff").Held at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Annex in Soho, it was to announce two concerts on October 29th and 30th at Madison Square Garden to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Performing on the 29th will be Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, Simon & Garfunkel, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Friends, Paul Simon and Stevie Wonder. One of his most successful recordings was the hit love song "Layla," which he played with the band Derek and the Dominos, and Robert Johnson's "Crossroads"it was to announce two concerts on October 29th and 30th at Madison Square Garden to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Performing on the 29th will be Bruce Springsteen & The E Street in June 2009. In September 2008, Clapton performed at a private charity fundraiser for The Countryside Alliance at Floridita in Soho, London, that included such guests as the London Mayor Boris Johnson.

Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood Conclude U.S. Tour

2009-07-16T13:50:00.000-07:00

The tour has garnered rave reviews from fans and critics, and the final concert at the Hollywood Bowl on 30 June was no different. Eric was in particularly did great form on the blues-based numbers, filling them with energy and emotions from his stratocaster. A long show for 2 hours 20 minutes.

Eric Clapton UK tour

2009-04-11T04:54:00.000-07:00

Although Eric Clapton's musical style has varied throughout his career, it has always remained rooted in the blues. Clapton also worked on the music for the 'Lethal Weapon' motion picture series alongside Michael Kamen and David Sanborn.

Many factors influenced Clapton's comeback, including his 'deepening commitment to Christianity', to which he had converted prior to his heroin addiction.
The good news for the UK fans of Eric Clapton that Eric Clapton has announced his new tour dates for UK. All Eric Clapton tickets are available on The Online Ticket Shop. Buy Eric Clapton Tickets Now!.

Eric Clapton Jams With The Allman Brothers A Second Time! Historic Show at NYC’s Beacon Theater

2009-03-21T03:24:00.000-07:00

On 20 March, history was made a second time when Eric Clapton again joined The Allman Brothers Band on stage at New York City's Beacon Theater. The seven-song set left those in attendance speechless. Although the 19th was an excellent performance, the 20th was one of those magic nights that music fans live for.

Like the previous evening, EC's long-time guitar technician, Lee Dickson, was spotted during intermission setting up EC's gear. Stepping out a few songs into the second set with his daphne blue signature stratocaster, EC's set with the Allman Brothers was "Key To The Highway," "Stormy Monday," "Dreams," "Why Does Love Got To Be So Sad," "Little Wing," an epic version of "In Memory of Elizabeth Reed," and the evening's encore, "Layla."

One Clapton fan that reported into Where's Eric! that another thing that made both evenings at The Beacon pleasurable was the Allman Brothers' fans. He said, "They are truly passionate about the music. They give the music and the musicians on stage the attention and respect they deserve while having an absolutely fantastic time. More concert crowds should be like this."

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Eric Clapton's Guns To Be Sold At Auction

2008-10-27T06:08:00.000-07:00

The 63-year-old got shooting five years ago and has collected shotguns by some of the enormous British gun makers. He says, "I like a gun to look like a working tool but it's a magnificent piece of art as well."
Clapton says he is advertising the guns to make space for more. The sale will take place in London on December 11th.

Eric Clapton - London Show

2008-10-27T06:02:00.000-07:00

On the evening of 9 September, Eric and his touring band performed at a small benefit concert at Floridita in Central London. Floridita is located on the site of the old Marquee Club in Soho. Songs performed included "Key To The Highway," "Little Wing," and "Got To Get Better In A Little While." For the complete set list

Eric Clapton - Indroduction

2008-10-27T05:56:00.000-07:00

Eric Clapton, was born in 30 March 1945), nicknamed “Slowhand”, is a Grammy Award winning English composer, singer and guitarist who became one of the most respected and influential artists of the rock era, garnering an unprecedented three inductions into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Clapton is widely considered to be one of the greatest and most influential guitarists in popular music history.

Clapton’s musical style has undergone multiple changes during his career, but has always remained rooted in the blues. Clapton is credited as an innovator in several phases of his career, which have included blues-rock (with John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers and The Yardbirds), early single hit “Come With Me” by The Roosters, blues-hard rock (with Cream), and work as a sideman and a solo artist; he has achieved chart success in genres ranging from delta blues (Unplugged) and psychedelic rock (Sunshine of Your Love) to pop (Change the World) and reggae (I Shot the Sheriff)..

Eric Clapton - Blue eyes Blue

2008-10-27T05:50:00.000-07:00

I thought that youd be loving me.
I thought you were the one whod stay forever.
But now forevers come and gone
And Im still here alone.

cause you were only playing,
You were only playing with my heart.
I was never waiting,
I was never waiting for the tears to start.

It was you who put the clouds around me.
It was you who made the tears fall down.
It was you who broke my heart in pieces.
It was you, it was you who made my blue eyes blue.
Oh, I never should have trusted you.

I thought that Id be all you need.
In your eyes I thought I saw my heaven.
And now my heavens gone away
And Im out in the cold.

cause you had me believing,
You had me believing in a lie.
Guess I couldnt see it,
I guess I couldnt see it till I saw goodbye.

Chorus

cause you were only playing,
You were only playing with my heart.
I was never waiting,
I was never waiting for the tears to start.

It was you who put the clouds around me.
It was you.

Chorus

Oh, I never should have trusted you.
Oh, I never should have trusted you.
Oh, I never should have trusted you

Eric Clapton Down Under Tour

2008-10-27T05:43:00.000-07:00

Legendary musician Eric Clapton will travel "Down Under" with his band for a series of concerts in New Zealand and Australia in March 2009. The "Down Under" concerts will begin 4 March in Auckland, New Zealand and end 11 March in Melbourne, Australia. Tickets for all shows will go on sale to the general public 24 October. Localized pre-sales going on now. For a complete list of dates and updated on sale information

Eric Clapon Tour Dates

2008-10-27T04:55:00.000-07:00

Eric Clapton is playing a series of UK Dates. Most of them are in Royal Albert Hall because he likes royal Alber hall too much. A UK tour dates of Eric Clapton are as under:-

Wed, 13 May 09 (19:30)
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Echo Arena Liverpool, United Kingdom

Thu, 14 May 09 (19:30)
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MEN Arena Manchester, United Kingdom

Sat, 16 May 09 (19:00)
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Sat, 17 May 09 (19:00)
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Sat, 19 May 09 (19:00)
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Sat, 20 May 09 (19:00)
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Sat, 22 May 09 (19:00)
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Sat, 23 May 09 (19:00)
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Sat, 25 May 09 (19:00)
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Sat, 26 May 09 (19:00)
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Sat, 28 May 09 (19:00)
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Sat, 29 May 09 (19:00)
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Sat, 31 May 09 (19:00)
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Royal Albert Hall London, South West England, United Kingdom

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Eric Clapton has plans to go for performance in Dublin, Liverpool and Manchester in May 2009 before returning to a venue he has said is "like playing in my front room" - London's Royal Albert Hall.
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The Best of Eric Clapton

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"Blue Eyes Blue"
"Change the World"
"My Father's Eyes"
"Layla" [Unplugged]
"Pretending"
"Bad Love"
"Before You Accuse Me (Take a Look at Yourself)"
"It's in the Way That You Use It"
"Running on Faith"
"She's Waiting"
"River of Tears"
"(I) Get Lost"
"Wonderful Tonight" [Live Edit]

Eric Clapton - Awards

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Year	Award / Recognition
1983	Presented the Silver Clef Award from Princess Michael of Kent for outstanding contribution to British music.
1993	"Tears In Heaven" won three Grammy awards for Song of the Year, Record of the Year and Male Pop Vocal Performance.
1994	Awarded the Order of the British Empire for services to music.
2000	Inducted into the US Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for the third time, this time as a solo artist. He was earlier inducted as a member of the bands Cream and The Yardbirds.
2004	Promoted to CBE, receiving the award from the Princess Royal at Buckingham Palace as part of the New Year's Honours list.

Eric Clapton - Filmography

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Lord of War (2005)- "Cocaine"
Lords of Dogtown (2005) - "Strange Brew"
Bad News Bears (2005) - "Cocaine"
Starsky & Hutch (2004) - "Cocaine"
School Of Rock (2003) - "Sunshine Of Your Love"
The Sopranos in season four episode of the TV crime drama "Whitecaps" (2002)- Tony Soprano is seen listening to "Layla" in his Suburban.
Friends (2002) - The One Where Rachel Has a Baby, Part Two, "River of Tears"
Blow (2001) - "Strange Brew"
Futurama - episode 30% Iron Chef - "Sunshine of your love"
A Knight's Tale (2001) - "Further On Up The Road"
Dancing At The Blue Iguana (2000) - "River of Tears"
Friends (2000) - The One with the Proposal, Part 2, "Wonderful Tonight"
The Story of Us (1999) - "(I) Get Lost" (featured multiple times)
Runaway Bride (1999) - Blue Eyes Blue
Lethal Weapon 4 (1998) - "Pilgrim"
Patch Adams (film) (1998)- "Let It Rain"
Phenomenon (1996 film) - "Change the World"
True Lies (1994) - "Sunshine of Your Love"
Lethal Weapon 3 (1992) Clapton contributed to the score and co-wrote and co-performed the song "It's Probably Me" with Sting and "Runaway Train" with Elton John.
Peter's Friends (1992) - "Give Me Strength"
Wayne's World (1992) - "Loving your Loving"
Rush (1991)_ Clapton wrote the score
Goodfellas (1990) - "Layla" and "Sunshine of Your Love" [63]
Lethal Weapon 2 (1988) - "Knockin' On Heaven's Door"
The German car manufacturer Opel and Vauxhall in the UK used the guitar riff of Clapton's Layla in its advertising campaign throughout in 1987-95.
The Color of Money (1986 film) - "It's In The Way That You Use It"
Back to the Future (1985) - Heaven Is One Step Away
Mean Streets (1973) - "I Looked Away"

Eric Clapton - Discography (Recent Albums)

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Back HomeRelease Date: August 30, 2005 Label: Reprise/ADARating: More Details >>

She's So RespectableRelease Date: October 12, 2004 Label: RajonRating: More Details >>

Me and Mr. JohnsonRelease Date: March 23, 2004 Label: Warner Bros.Rating: More Details >>

One More Car, One More RiderRelease Date: November 05, 2002 Label: RepriseRating: More Details >>

ReptileRelease Date: March 13, 2001 Label: RepriseRating: More Details >>

Eric Clapton Gallery

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Eric Claption

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Eric Clapton & Friends in a 1999 advantage presentation of the original story of Layla written by Clapton & Dave Gordon.
Song analysis by Stephen Thomas Erlewine - Derek & the Dominos’ album Layla was Eric Clapton’s dark night of the soul, and the name song was its masterpiece — an anguished plea to a prohibited love that was Clapton’s barely disguised letter to Patti Boyd, the wife of his best friend, George Harrison. Clapton had never sounded as pained as he did here, and he never sounded as tortured again — not even on “Tears in Heaven,” written after the tragic death of his young son. “Layla” is pure catharsis, followed by a coda written by Jim Gordon that is nothing less than bliss, the sound of love fulfilled. ( The rest of this review can be found here.)
The original version of Layla was “the little love song that could” in that it took it a while to really, really catch on as far as the charts go . According to this excerpt from the Layla Wiki Page:
The album ‘Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs’ opened to lackluster sales (the album never reached the charts in Britain), as, with Clapton unspecified except on the back, it came into view to be a double album from an unknown band. Also, the song’s length proved high-priced for radio airplay; as a result, an edited version of the song, trimmed to 2:43, was released as a single in March 1971 by Atco (U.S.). It pointed at only #51 on the Billboard Hot 100.
However, when “Layla” was re-released on the 1972 compilation The History of Eric Clapton and then released as a single, it charted at #7 in the UK and #10 in the U.S. Critical opinion since has been overwhelmingly positive. Dave Marsh, in The Rolling Stone Illustrated History of Rock and Roll, wrote that, “there are few moments in the repertoire of recorded rock where a singer or writer has reached so deeply into himself that the effect of hearing them is akin to witnessing a murder, or a suicide… to me, ‘Layla’ is the greatest of them.”
n 1982 “Layla” was once again launched as a single in the UK and was an even bigger success than in 1972, peaking at #4.
The song has since experienced great critical and popular acclaim. Two versions have got chart success, first in 1972 and again twenty years later. Here is the second unplugged version