by Paul Rappaport When I was growing up in the 60’s the “big 3” guitar players were Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and Jimmy Page, and in that order.  Probably because that is the order they appeared in the Yardbirds band, which is primarily where we were learning about the new hot guitar players from England. … Continue reading Jimmy Page – Amazing Musician, and Nice Guy Too! →

When the Rolling Stones release their remastered version of the classic album Sticky Fingers on June 9th, it will include a number of previously unreleased bonus tracks including an alternate version of “Brown Sugar” which features Eric Clapton.  The Stones have released the song in full on YouTube in advance of the release and it … Continue reading Hear an Alternate Version of Rolling Stones’ ‘Brown Sugar’ Feat. Eric Clapton →

The second of two Eric Clapton shows originally scheduled for this Friday and Saturday is being rescheduled to Sunday due to NHL playoff games. The New York Rangers will host the Washington Capitals at Madison Square Garden this Saturday, meaning tickets for Saturday night’s Clapton show will be honored on Sunday, May 3rd instead. The … Continue reading Eric Clapton MSG Show Rescheduled for NHL Playoffs →

In 1985, Eric Clapton released his album, Behind the Sun, and its first single, “Forever Man” quickly reached #1 on the Billboard Top Rock Tracks. The music video below accompanied the release of the single. On April 28, 2015, Clapton released a box set of the same name, featuring 51 tracks from over three decades … Continue reading Throwback Video: Eric Clapton – “Forever Man” →

Eric Clapton is set to perform two shows at Madison Square Garden this weekend, but the New York Rangers’ playoff run could force a postponement. The Rangers won their first series against the Penguins this week and now face the Washington Capitals in the second round. The NHL has yet to release the schedule for … Continue reading NHL Playoffs Could Postpone Clapton Show at MSG →

Forever Man, a retrospective box set spanning three decades of Eric Clapton‘s solo career, is due out next month in celebration of the guitar player’s 70th birthday. Forever Man consists of classic studio tracks, live tracks and a bonus Blues-themed disc, all taken from Clapton’s time on Reprise Records.  It features Grammy Award-winning tracks “Change … Continue reading Eric Clapton ‘Forever Man’ Retrospective Box Set Due Out Next Month →

Eric Clapton announced two shows today, in celebration of his upcoming 70th birthday on March 30, 2015. The shows will take place at New York’s  Madison Square Garden on May 1st and May 2nd, 2015. This year marks the 46th anniversary since Eric Clapton and Cream, opened the “new” Madison Square Garden on November 2, … Continue reading Eric Clapton Will Celebrate 70th Birthday with Two Madison Square Garden Shows →

The Blues Foundation has announced the selection of three living performers to be inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame. They are Tommy Brown, Little Richard, and Eric Clapton. As a popularizer of the entire genre, Clapton introduced the Blues to audiences in his native Britain and throughout the world, illuminating the work of the … Continue reading Blues Foundation Announces 2015 Blues Hall of Fame Inductees →

Bobby Keys, saxophonist for The Rolling Stones for more than 40 years, passed away Tuesday. He was 70 years old. “The Rolling Stones are devastated by the loss of their very dear friend and legendary saxophone player, Bobby Keys,” reads a statement from the band. “Bobby made a unique musical contribution to the band since … Continue reading Rolling Stones Saxophonist Bobby Keys Dies at 70 →

A box set containing Cream’s four studio albums as well as two live albums will be released later this year. The six-LP set includes Fresh Cream (1966), Disraeli Gears (1967), Wheels of Fire (1968) and I’m So Glad (1969), as well as Live Cream, and Live Cream Volume II. The LPs will feature original cover … Continue reading Career-Spanning Cream Box Set To Be Released →

Eric Clapton will release a documentary this fall, giving fans a look into the world of life on the road. The tour documentary was filmed during the Far and Middle Eastern leg of Clapton’s 2014 tour. It features 13 full-length performances as well as interviews with Eric, his band and crew. Planes, Trains and Eric … Continue reading Watch the Trailer for Clapton Tour Documentary, ‘Planes, Trains and Eric’ →

On September 2nd, Megaforce Records will release Johnny Winter’s final studio album Step Back. Completed in 2014 just prior to his tragic death, this album is a star-studded effort featuring Eric Clapton, Ben Harper, Billy Gibbons, Joe Perry, Dr. John, and many more. Listen to “Can’t Hold Out (Talk To Me Baby)” featuring Ben Harper, … Continue reading Listen to the First Single from Johnny Winter’s Final Studio Album →