Eric Clapton Says He Won’t Play to ‘Discriminated’ U.K. Audiences
Guitarist won't perform at venues that require proof of vaccination for large-scale events. Continue reading…
View ArticleWhen Eric Clapton Enlisted the Band for ‘No Reason to Cry’
He couldn't join the group, so he went for the next best thing. Continue reading…
View ArticleHear Eric Clapton’s Latest Protest Song, ‘This Has Gotta Stop’
He's still frustrated, but new single moves beyond recent lockdown-related complaints. Continue reading…
View ArticleReissue Roundup: Summer Sets From Eric Clapton, Motorhead and More
Recent archival releases include expanded box sets, rare live LPs and revised compilations. Continue reading…
View ArticleOzzy Osbourne Enlists Tony Iommi and Eric Clapton for Upcoming LP
Black Sabbath singer also recruited Jeff Beck and Zakk Wylde to play on follow-up to 2020's 'Ordinary Man.' Continue reading…
View ArticleWhen Eric Clapton Felt ‘Insulted’ by Eddie Van Halen, Brian May
They hoped Slowhand would enjoy his ’Star Fleet Project’ dedication - but he didn’t. Continue reading…
View ArticleEric Clapton, ‘The Lady in the Balcony: Lockdown Sessions': Album Review
Guitarist and band mostly unplug for quarantine-inspired set of covers and favorites. Continue reading…
View Article35 Years Ago: Eric Clapton Begins Backing Away From the ’80s on ‘August’
Co-producers Phil Collins and Tom Dowd pulled guitar legend in different directions on 1986 LP. Continue reading…
View ArticleEric Clapton Wins Court Case Over $11 Bootlegged CD
Woman who listed 1980s concert CD for sale online claimed she did not know she was violating copyright. Continue reading…
View ArticleEric Clapton’s New Single Co-Written by Vaccine Skeptic
"Heart of a Child" arrives Dec. 24. Continue reading…
View ArticleEric Clapton’s Management Issues Statement About Bootleg Lawsuit
Musician reportedly no longer "[intends] to collect the costs awarded to him by the court." Continue reading…
View ArticleListen to Eric Clapton’s New Song ‘Heart of a Child’
Clapton's new single offers warnings about media influence. Continue reading…
View ArticleEric Clapton Kicks Off U.K. and European Tour: Set List, Videos
The night began with a tribute to late Procol Harum founder Gary Brooker. Continue reading…
View ArticleEric Clapton Announces U.S. Shows With Jimmie Vaughan
Guitarists will hit the road together for a few weeks in September. Continue reading…
View ArticleEric Clapton Postpones Shows After Testing Positive for COVID
Guitarist is hopeful he'll be able to resume his European tour soon. Continue reading…
View ArticleListen to Eric Clapton’s New Song ‘Pompous Fool’
Tune was surprise-released without any explanation, though fans online believe they know what it's about. Continue reading…
View ArticleOzzy Osbourne Was ‘Paranoid as F—‘ About Eric Clapton
Prince of Darkness was convinced the famed guitarist hated him. Continue reading…
View Article25 Years Ago: ‘My Father’s Eyes’ Sends Eric Clapton to Top 30 One Last Time
Lead single from 'Pilgrim' explored a family life defined by jarring, heartbreaking surprises. Continue reading…
View ArticleEric Clapton Leads All-Star Tribute Concert for Jeff Beck
Already confirmed guests include Rod Stewart, Billy Gibbons and Derek Trucks, among others. Continue reading…
View ArticleEric Clapton Announces Tour
Shows will be his only scheduled appearances on the continent this year. Continue reading…
View ArticleEric Clapton Announces ‘The Definitive 24 Nights’ Box Set
Expanded version of legendary 1991 Royal Albert Hall shows arrives in June. Continue reading…
View ArticleEric Clapton Crossroads Festival
This year's two-date concert includes Roger McGuinn, Sheryl Crow, ZZ Top and dozens more. Continue reading…
View ArticleWatch Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck’s Video for New Song ‘Moon River’
Cover version was recorded not long before Beck's death in January. Continue reading…
View ArticleEric Clapton Leads Jeff Beck Tribute
Rod Stewart, Ronnie Wood and others also performed. Continue reading…
View ArticleEric Clapton Saw Damage Done to Rehab Patients in Lockdown
He says people "died or dropped off" during pandemic as he brings back Crossroads show to help fund his treatment center. Continue reading…
View ArticleThe Day Eric Clapton Announced Cream’s Breakup
The working relationship among this group's three members was never an easy or uncomplicated one. Continue reading…
View ArticleListen to Eric Clapton’s New Song ‘How Could We Know’
Track is part of double A-side with previously released "Moon River" featuring Jeff Beck. Continue reading…
View ArticleClapton Plays Robertson Tribute
He kicked off first show of new tour with covers of two songs by the Band. Continue reading…
View ArticleEric Clapton Honors Willie Nelson With ‘Always on My Mind’ Cover
Guitarist teamed up with country singer Bradley Walker to celebrate legend's 90th birthday. Continue reading…
View ArticleGary Brooker Tribute Show
Late Procol Harum leader will be honored at star-studded December show in Guildford, England. Continue reading…
View ArticleThe Moment Eric Clapton Began Turning Away From Pop Music
'Journeyman' was a clear step back from the adult-contemporary abyss. Continue reading…
View ArticleHow Eric Clapton Opened His Heart and Made a Masterpiece
The guitarist's best album wasn't credited to him – and he wasn't even in a real band. Continue reading…
View ArticleThe Day Eric Clapton Finally Played Live With the Allman Brothers
"People may find that hard to believe, but it had never happened," Warren Haynes tells UCR. "It was history." Continue reading…
View ArticleHow Eric Clapton Helped George Clinton Find His Own Sound
The funk legend realized, "I'd better get back to my lessons, when I have to wait for somebody all the way over in England to tell me about Robert Johnson!" Continue reading…
View ArticleEric Clapton’s Love Letters to Pattie Boyd Are up for Auction
They were sent in the early '70s, as Slowhand tried to charm the model away from George Harrison. Continue reading…
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