Released 10 years ago
I Still Do
Eric Clapton · 2016
54 min · 12 tracks · blues
A reflective blend of blues and roots music, showcasing Clapton’s soulful guitar work and emotive vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Alabama Woman Blues Start here — This opening track sets the tone with its gritty blues feel and showcases Clapton's signature slide guitar style, drawing from traditional Southern blues influences.
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I Will Be There — A heartfelt ballad that highlights Clapton's emotional vocal delivery, it encapsulates themes of loyalty and support, resonating with listeners seeking solace.
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Cypress Grove — This track features a haunting melody paired with introspective lyrics, demonstrating Clapton's ability to blend storytelling with poignant musicianship.
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I Dreamed I Saw St. Augustine — A cover of Bob Dylan’s song that showcases Clapton’s interpretative skills, transforming the piece into a personal reflection on faith and redemption.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends original material with blues standards, showcasing Clapton's guitar but lacks strong cohesion.
What we noticed
- Clapton's guitar work is prominent throughout, often taking center stage in instrumental breaks that showcase his technical skill.
- Several tracks incorporate a slow tempo, creating a reflective mood that persists across the album's runtime.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for evening relaxation
- heartfelt vocals with emotional depth
- soulful guitar solos inviting reflection
- gradual descent into nostalgic moods
- for quiet introspection
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows Clapton's continued artistry and emotional depth in a mature phase.
- Themes
- blues revival· Robert Johnson homage· Southern storytelling
- Career context
- By the time of this release, Eric Clapton was in a mature phase of his career, having navigated various musical styles since his debut in the 1960s. 'I Still Do' is his first studio album since 'Old Sock' in 2013, marking a return to original material after several years focusing on covers and collaborations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gary Moore· Joe Bonamassa· John Mayer
Tracklist
- 1 Alabama Woman Blues Start here 5:07
- 2 Can’t Let You Do It 3:50
- 3 I Will Be There 4:37
- 4 Spiral 5:04
- 5 Catch the Blues 4:51
- 6 Cypress Grove 4:49
- 7 Little Man, You’ve Had a Busy Day 3:11
- 8 Stones in My Passway 4:03
- 9 I Dreamed I Saw St. Augustine 4:02
- 10 I’ll Be Alright 4:23
- 11 Somebody’s Knockin’ 5:11
- 12 I’ll Be Seeing You 5:02
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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