Live from Madison Square Garden
Eric Clapton · 2009
129 min · 21 tracks · hard rock · jazz fusion · psychedelic rock
A seamless blend of blues-rock virtuosity and soulful melodies, capturing Clapton and Winwood's musical chemistry live on stage.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic live performance energy wave-like emotional highs and lows extended solos for deep immersion
- Context
- By 2009, Eric Clapton was a seasoned musician with decades of experience and acclaim. 'Live from Madison Square Garden' marked a culmination of his collaboration with Steve Winwood, following their successful reunion tour in 2008. This album showcases their timeless connection, highlighting Clapton's enduring legacy in rock music.
- If you like
- hard rock, jazz fusion, psychedelic rock
Live from Madison Square Garden is an album by Eric Clapton, released in 2009. A seamless blend of blues-rock virtuosity and soulful melodies, capturing Clapton and Winwood's musical chemistry live on stage. This live album debuted at number 7 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing its commercial appeal. It serves as a testament to the enduring popularity of both Clapton and Winwood, capturing a pivotal moment in their collaborative history. The album received positive reviews for its energetic performances and nostalgic setlist, reaffirming Clapton's status as a master guitarist. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Live from Madison Square Garden sound like?
A seamless blend of blues-rock virtuosity and soulful melodies, capturing Clapton and Winwood's musical chemistry live on stage. Rooted in hard rock and jazz fusion.
What makes Live from Madison Square Garden by Eric Clapton notable?
This live album debuted at number 7 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing its commercial appeal. It serves as a testament to the enduring popularity of both Clapton and Winwood, capturing a pivotal moment in their collaborative history. The album received positive reviews for its energetic performances and nostalgic setlist, reaffirming Clapton's status as a master guitarist. By 2009, Eric Clapton was a seasoned musician with decades of experience and acclaim. 'Live from Madison Square Garden' marked a culmination of his collaboration with Steve Winwood, following their successful reunion tour in 2008. This album showcases their timeless connection, highlighting Clapton's enduring legacy in rock music.
Who is Live from Madison Square Garden for?
Live from Madison Square Garden works well if you're into dynamic live performance energy, wave-like emotional highs and lows and extended solos for deep immersion.
How many songs are on Live from Madison Square Garden?
Live from Madison Square Garden has 21 tracks, running approximately 129 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Had to Cry Today 7:47
- 2 Low Down 4:10
- 3 Them Changes 5:10
- 4 Forever Man 3:33
- 5 Sleeping in the Ground 4:50
- 6 Presence of the Lord Standout 5:23
- 7 Glad 4:13
- 8 Well All Right 5:35
- 9 Double Trouble 8:06
- 10 Pearly Queen 6:10
- 11 Tell the Truth 6:42
- 12 No Face, No Name, No Number 4:09
Disc 2
- 1 After Midnight 4:45
- 2 Split Decision 6:25
- 3 Rambling on My Mind 4:01
- 4 Georgia on My Mind 5:05
- 5 Little Wing 6:42
- 6 Voodoo Chile Standout 16:23
- 7 Can’t Find My Way Home 5:33
- 8 Dear Mr. Fantasy 7:41
- 9 Cocaine Standout 6:41
Release Date
January 1, 2009
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
129 min 16 sec
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