Eric Clapton
Author
Language
English
Description
With striking intimacy and candor, Eric Clapton tells the story of his eventful and inspiring life. More than a rock star, Eric Clapton is an icon, a living embodiment of the history of rock music. Well known for his reserve in a profession marked by self-promotion, flamboyance, and spin, he now chronicles, for the first time, his remarkable personal and professional journeys.
Born illegitimate in 1945 and raised by his grandparents, Eric never...
Born illegitimate in 1945 and raised by his grandparents, Eric never...
2) Clapton
Author
Publisher
Reprise Records
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
Description
Three-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Eric Clapton brings together a mix of new songs and classic covers for his 2010 album. Clapton is included in various Best Artists of All Time lists and is widely considered one of the greatest guitarists who has ever lived.
"...his vocal performances are among the most flexible and confident of his career."--Billboard
"...Tasteful guitar solos put the focus on his relaxed vocals..."--Entertainment...
Publisher
Reprise
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
In 1990 and 1991, Eric Clapton performed 42 nights at the Royal Albert Hall in London; 18 shows in 1990 and 24 in 1991. During the run of these shows Clapton performed with three different line-ups: a rock band, a blues band, and an orchestra. Arguably, the shows with the National Philharmonic Orchestra are the most unique of all the performances. The orchestra was conducted by the legendary composer Michael Kamen. Clapton had worked with Kamen previously...
20) The last waltz
Publisher
MGM Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2002], ©1978
Language
English
Description
Depicts the Band's last performance together at the site of their first gig; interspersed with interview footage.
Thanksgiving, 1976, San Francisco's Winterland: the Band performs its last concert after 16 years on the road. Some numbers they do alone, some songs include guest artists from Ronnie Hawkins (their first boss, when they were the Hawks) to Bob Dylan (their last, when as his backup and as a solo group, they came into their own). Scorsese's...