Eric Clapton – Eric Clapton

"Eric Clapton" was originally released in August 1970. It represents one of the most successful reinventions in rock history. After Clapton emerged as one of the seminal guitar heroes of the 1960s, the Briton rearranged his musical priorities.

The album marked Clapton's transition from instrumental icon to versatile singer and musician, and laid the foundation for his highly successful solo career, which continues to this day. To do so, he surrounded himself with a new cast of American musicians and drew on a musical foundation that provided a new framework for his talents.

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