One of the compilation's earliest Clapton recordings, "All Your Love" (from when he briefly served as a sideman for John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers), shows that the guitarist had his fluid "slow hand" style almost perfected early in the game. The Cream-era track, a live take of "Spoonful," shows how influential Clapton was on fellow Yardbirds alumni Jimmy Page and Jeff Beck (who would soon borrow the same heavy blues style for Led Zeppelin and the Jeff Beck Group, respectively), while a Derek and the Dominos-era cover of "Crossroads" shows that Clapton always managed to surround himself with the best blues-rock musicians around. Featuring tracks from such acclaimed Clapton-related artists as John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers, Cream, Blind Faith, and Derek and the Dominos (the latter of which also featured the late, great Duane Allman), you get a true representation of Clapton's roots. But if a collection of Clapton's best blues-rock numbers from early in his career is what you desire, then this ten-track set fits the bill.
If you're looking for a career-encompassing Eric Clapton best-of collection, then the Clapton edition of the Martin Scorsese Presents the Blues series is not for you. Arrangers: Chris Blackwell Derek and the Dominos Robert Stigwood.
EspaƱol Select language, opens an overlay Hours & Location Help Help, opens a new window. Recording information: Chalk Farm Studios (04/?/1966-) Criteria Studios, Miami, FL (04/?/1966-) Decca Studios, West Hampstead, London, England (04/?/1966-) Mayfair Studios, London, England (04/?/1966-) Olymbic Studios, London, England (04/?/1966-) Winterland, San Francisco, CA (04/?/1966-). Skip to main navigation Skip to main navigation Skip to search Skip to search Skip to Content. In tandem with the grassroots tour, the campaign included media relations TV, radio, print, online, and mobile advertising online and guerrilla marketing on. Personnel: Eric Clapton (vocals, guitar) Jack Bruce (vocals, harmonica) Steve Winwood (vocals, piano) John Mayall (vocals, organ) Ginger Baker (vocals, drums) Howlin' Wolf (vocals) Hubert Sumlin (guitar) Alan Skidmore (tenor saxophone) John Almond (baritone saxophone) Dennis Healy (trumpet) Ian Stewart, Bobby Whitlock (piano) Bill Wyman (bass guitar) Jim Gordon, Hughie Flint, Charlie Watts (drums). It was recorded at the Beacon Theater in NYC, IIRC. Producers: Mike Vernon, Felix Pappalardi, Jimmy Miller, Norman Dayon, Derek & The Dominoes. Of course theres The Last Waltz (The Band), and theres a really good Rolling Stones concert film by Martin Scorsese. Personnel: Eric Clapton (vocals, guitar) John Mayall (vocals, organ) Jack Bruce (vocals, bass) Ginger Baker (vocals, drums) Hubert Simlin, Duane Allman (guitar) Alan Skidmore (tenor saxophone) John Almond (baritone saxophone) Dennis Healy (trumpet) Ian Stewart, Bobby Whitlock (piano) Carl Radle, Phil Upchurch, John McVie, Rick Grech (bass) Jim Gordon, Hughie Flint, Charlie Watts (drums).