Behind the Sun
Eric Clapton · 1985
50 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · jazz fusion · psychedelic rock
A blend of bluesy grooves and polished rock, infused with Clapton's signature guitar finesse.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for relaxed listening
- bluesy grooves for reflective moments
- moderate peaks for dynamic flow
- guitar finesse for detail appreciation
Maybe skip if you want
- seek instant gratification
- prefer high-energy tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- personal redemption· addiction struggles· blues-infused nostalgia
- Career context
- Released on March 11, 1985, 'Behind the Sun' was Eric Clapton's first studio album in four years, following his critically acclaimed 'Another Ticket'. At this point in his career, Clapton was at a crossroads, balancing his commercial appeal with artistic integrity after experiencing personal struggles and addiction issues.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gary Moore· Joe Bonamassa· John Mayer
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Texas Flood by Stevie Ray Vaughan — Shares bluesy grooves and guitar finesse, with themes of personal struggle and redemption.Frampton Comes Alive! by Peter Frampton — Combines polished rock with emotional depth, exploring themes of nostalgia and resilience.With a Little Help from My Friends by Joe Cocker — Blends blues-infused rock with heartfelt lyrics about personal battles and recovery.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 She's Waiting 4:56
- 2 See What Love Can Do 3:59
- 3 Same Old Blues 8:16
- 4 Knock on Wood 3:19
- 5 Something's Happening 3:23
- 6 Forever Man 3:14
- 7 It All Depends 5:05
- 8 Tangled in Love 4:11
- 9 Never Make You Cry 6:07
- 10 Just Like a Prisoner 5:30
- 11 Behind the Sun 2:12
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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