Journeyman
Eric Clapton · 1989
56 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · jazz fusion · psychedelic rock
A rich blend of blues-infused rock with heartfelt lyrics and Clapton's signature guitar work throughout.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo listening experience
- heartfelt lyrics for emotional connection
- for reflective afternoons
- rich guitar work for detail-oriented
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of fast-paced tracks
- prefer standalone single hits
Where this album fits
- Themes
- blues-infused nostalgia· personal reflection· musical roots revival
- Career context
- In 1989, Eric Clapton released 'Journeyman' as his first studio album after the commercial success of 'August' in 1986. This album marked a significant moment in his career as it showcased his return to roots-oriented blues rock, following a period of experimentation with pop and adult contemporary sounds. By this time, Clapton was firmly established as a solo artist after his earlier years with bands like Cream and The Yardbirds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gary Moore· Joe Bonamassa· John Mayer
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Continuum by John Mayer — Shares blues-infused rock with introspective themes and emotive guitar work.Blues of Desperation by Joe Bonamassa — Combines heartfelt lyrics and powerful guitar solos with a rich blues foundation.Before These Crowded Streets by Dave Matthews Band — Merges personal reflection and rootsy instrumentation in a lush, melodic setting.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Pretending 4:44
- 2 Anything for Your Love 4:10
- 3 Bad Love 5:14
- 4 Running on Faith 5:33
- 5 Hard Times 3:14
- 6 Hound Dog 2:27
- 7 No Alibis 5:38
- 8 Run So Far 4:07
- 9 Old Love 6:24
- 10 Breaking Point 5:32
- 11 Lead Me On 5:52
- 12 Before You Accuse Me 3:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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