Eric Clapton
Eric Clapton · 1970
37 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · jazz fusion · psychedelic rock
A blend of blues and rock that showcases Clapton's virtuosity and emotive songwriting amid a laid-back vibe.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove throughout
- laid-back vibes for relaxation
- for afternoon gatherings
- emotive melodies for reflective moments
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer instant gratification tunes
Where this album fits
- Themes
- post-Cream identity· blues homage· introspective lyrics
- Career context
- Released in 1970, this self-titled album marked Eric Clapton's first solo venture after leaving Cream, amidst a burgeoning solo career. At this point, Clapton was establishing his identity outside of the supergroup format and exploring personal themes in his music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gary Moore· Joe Bonamassa· John Mayer
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Songs of Leonard Cohen by Leonard Cohen — Shares introspective lyrics and a laid-back, emotive atmosphere with blues influences.Band of Gypsys by Jimi Hendrix — Explores psychedelic rock textures and emotive guitar work in a more personal context.Self Portrait by Bob Dylan — Combines bluesy undertones with introspective storytelling in a laid-back sound.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Slunky 3:35
- 2 Bad Boy 3:35
- 3 Lonesome and a Long Way From Home 3:31
- 4 After Midnight 2:52
- 5 Easy Now 2:59
- 6 Blues Power 3:11
- 7 Bottle of Red Wine 3:08
- 8 Lovin’ You Lovin’ Me 3:21
- 9 Told You for the Last Time 2:32
- 10 Don’t Know Why 3:12
- 11 Let It Rain 5:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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