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Crossroads

Eric Clapton · 1988

294 min · 73 tracks · hard rock · jazz fusion · psychedelic rock

A vibrant tapestry of blues-infused rock showcasing Clapton's virtuosic guitar and emotive songwriting.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • for afternoon relaxation
  • engaging live performance energy
  • nostalgic vibes throughout listening
  • guitar solos that captivate attention

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • dislike lengthy listening experiences

Where this album fits

Themes
blues rock evolution· Robert Johnson's legacy· romantic balladry
Career context
Released in 1988, *Crossroads* captures Eric Clapton during a period of resurgence after his seminal work in the 1970s. This compilation album showcases his evolution through various genres, featuring tracks from his diverse career, including collaborations with Cream and Derek and the Dominos. Following the commercial success of *August* in 1986, this project further solidified Clapton's status as a leading figure in rock music.
Stylistic neighbors
Gary Moore· Joe Bonamassa· John Mayer
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Texas Flood by Stevie Ray Vaughan — Shares deep blues roots and emotive guitar work, reflecting a similar spirit of revival.
Continuum by John Mayer — Combines blues rock with introspective lyrics, echoing Clapton's romantic balladry.
Blues of Desperation by Joe Bonamassa — Explores blues-infused rock with virtuosic guitar and heartfelt songwriting in a modern context.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Boom Boom 2:26
  • 2 Honey in Your Hips 2:19
  • 3 Baby What’s Wrong 2:41
  • 4 I Wish You Would 2:18
  • 5 A Certain Girl 2:17
  • 6 Good Morning Little Schoolgirl 2:45
  • 7 I Ain’t Got You 2:00
  • 8 For Your Love 2:30
  • 9 Got to Hurry 2:36
  • 10 Lonely Years 3:18
  • 11 Bernard Jenkins 3:47
  • 12 Hideaway 3:14
  • 13 All Your Love 3:34
  • 14 Ramblin’ on My Mind 3:07
  • 15 Have You Ever Loved a Woman 6:43
  • 16 Wrapping Paper 2:21
  • 17 I Feel Free 2:53
  • 18 Spoonful 6:30
  • 19 Lawdy Mama 1:51
  • 20 Strange Brew 2:47
  • 21 Sunshine of Your Love 4:11
  • 22 Tales of Brave Ulysses 2:48
  • 23 Steppin’ Out 3:30

Disc 2

  • 1 Anyone for Tennis 2:37
  • 2 White Room 4:57
  • 3 Crossroads 4:13
  • 4 Badge 2:43
  • 5 Presence of the Lord 4:48
  • 6 Can’t Find My Way Home 3:16
  • 7 Sleeping in the Ground 2:50
  • 8 Comin’ Home 3:14
  • 9 Blues Power 3:06
  • 10 After Midnight 3:17
  • 11 Let It Rain 5:02
  • 12 Tell the Truth 3:24
  • 13 Roll It Over 4:29
  • 14 Layla 7:07
  • 15 Mean Old World 3:51
  • 16 Key to the Highway 6:26
  • 17 Crossroads 8:16

Disc 3

  • 1 Got to Get Better in a Little While 5:31
  • 2 Evil 4:25
  • 3 One More Chance 3:17
  • 4 Mean Old Frisco 4:03
  • 5 Snake Lake Blues 3:33
  • 6 Let It Grow 4:56
  • 7 Ain’t That Lovin’ You 5:26
  • 8 Motherless Children 4:52
  • 9 I Shot the Sheriff 7:49
  • 10 Better Make It Through Today 4:06
  • 11 The Sky Is Crying 3:58
  • 12 I Found a Love 3:39
  • 13 (When Things Go Wrong) It Hurts Me Too 5:35
  • 14 Whatcha Gonna Do 3:02
  • 15 Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door 4:21
  • 16 Someone Like You 4:30

Disc 4

  • 1 Hello Old Friend 3:35
  • 2 Sign Language 2:57
  • 3 Further On up the Road (live) 6:18
  • 4 Lay Down Sally 3:50
  • 5 Wonderful Tonight 3:42
  • 6 Cocaine 3:36
  • 7 Promises 3:01
  • 8 If I Don’t Be There by Morning 4:34
  • 9 Double Trouble (live) 8:02
  • 10 I Can’t Stand It 4:10
  • 11 The Shape You’re In 4:09
  • 12 Heaven Is One Step Away 4:09
  • 13 She’s Waiting 4:55
  • 14 Too Bad 2:38
  • 15 Miss You 5:05
  • 16 Wanna Make Love to You 5:44
  • 17 After Midnight 4:07

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