Eric Clapton- BLUES- CD- 27.07.1999-
- PolyGram International Music B.V./Universal Music International- 731454717922- 400 grn
Theres a telling subtext to this retrospective of Eric Clapton blues sides. Culled from recordings cut between 1970 (the Layla sessions) and 1980 (when Clapton cut his final Polydor album, Another Ticket), these sides find EC exploring his beloved blues while in a fragile state of mind and body. After all, he was a taking drugs when he concocted Layla, and though he kicked that habit in the early 70s, he continued to test his tolerance for alcohol throughout the decade. When you think of the Clapton of the 60s, you think of the fire and ice of his playing with the Yardbirds, John Mayall, and Cream. When you think of his 70s playing, its wearier and perhaps more reflective. (It was easy to mistake melancholic for mellow at the time.) The 15 selections included on these one disc find the temporarily deflated rock superstar leaning on the blues for support as he draws on likes of Muddy Waters, Robert Johnson, and Little Walter for inspiration. Hardcore fans will appreciate previously unreleased versions of Bo Diddleys "Before You Accuse Me", a solo take on the traditional "Alberta", a 1974 cover of Willie Dixons "Meet Me (Down at the Bottom)". Just about anyone, however, will be able to appreciate how this music reflects Claptons strengths as a musician... and weaknesses as a man.
Comes In A Standard Jewel Case With Clear Tray Includes 20 Page Book.
Made In The EU.
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