Backtrackin'
Eric Clapton · 1984
106 min · 22 tracks · hard rock · jazz fusion · psychedelic rock
A nostalgic journey through Clapton's blues-infused rock legacy, blending heartfelt ballads and electrifying solos.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic journey through classics
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- heartfelt ballads for reflection
- electrifying solos ignite energy
- for evening gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- romantic longing· rock lifestyle struggles
- Career context
- Released in 1984, 'Backtrackin'' came during Eric Clapton's resurgence after a less commercially successful period. This compilation showcases his earlier works and hits, encapsulating his transformation from a groundbreaking guitarist to a celebrated solo artist by highlighting key tracks from his career up till this point.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gary Moore· Joe Bonamassa· John Mayer
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Tattoo You by The Rolling Stones — Shares a similar blend of nostalgia and rock lifestyle struggles with bluesy undertones.Texas Flood by Stevie Ray Vaughan — Captures heartfelt blues-infused rock with emotional guitar solos and themes of longing.(Pronounced 'Lĕh-'nérd 'Skin-'nérd) by Lynyrd Skynyrd — Combines Southern rock ethos with personal storytelling and a nostalgic vibe reminiscent of Clapton's work.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 I Shot the Sheriff 4:26
- 2 Knockin’ on Heavens Door 4:26
- 3 Lay Down Sally 3:55
- 4 Promises 3:05
- 5 Swing Low Sweet Chariot 3:35
- 6 Wonderful Tonight 3:45
- 7 Sunshine of Your Love 4:14
- 8 Tales of Brave Ulysses 2:50
- 9 Badge 2:46
- 10 Little Wing 5:38
- 11 Layla 7:10
Disc 2
- 1 Cocaine 3:40
- 2 Strange Brew 2:48
- 3 Spoonful 6:32
- 4 Let It Rain 5:08
- 5 Have You Ever Loved a Woman? 7:04
- 6 Presence of the Lord 4:49
- 7 Crossroads 4:17
- 8 Roll It Over 6:39
- 9 Can’t Find My Way Home 5:16
- 10 Blues Power 7:26
- 11 Further On Up the Road 7:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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