Archives for 2010

Eric Clapton World Tour 2011 – New Concert Dates Europe

New concert dates in Finland, Sweden, Norway and Denmark were just added to the forthcoming World Tour 2011.

Eric Clapton, John Bon Jovi and Angelique Kidjo at Clinton Foundation Event NYC 23 October 2010

Photo: Lorenza Ponce Eric Clapton played last night for the William J Clinton Foundation Gala. Other special musical guests included Angelique Kidjo and Jon Bon Jovi. The event took place at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine NYC. Band: Eric Clapton (guitar & vocals), Steve Gadd (drums), Chris Stainton (keyboards) and Willie Weeks (bass) […]

Eric Clapton & Steve Winwood – New Dates Added!

Two more dates have been added at the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday 29 May and Monday 30 May 2011. Tickets will on sale 22 October 2010 9:00 AM.

Eric Clapton European Tour Dates 2011 To Be Announced Soon?

If you live in Europe: we think the European Tour Dates 2011 will be announced soon! According to this article Eric Clapton will play the Hartwall Arena in Helsinki on the 6th of June 2011.

Derek Trucks Says Eric Clapton Made Him a Better Player

Derek Trucks says his 2007 tour with Eric Clapton, during which he served as second guitarist with the legendary six-stringer, brought a more understated component to his playing. In a just-published interview with M – , Trucks said: “Digging into [Clapton’s] catalog – especially the Derek and the Dominos era – I came to love […]

Japanese Magazine Free & Easy November Issue featuring Eric Clapton

Free & Easy have been around since the 1990s and are widely recognised as one of the go tos in the Japanese market. The magazine has a large cult following and the November issue features Eric Clapton.

Local featured on Eric Clapton CD

Sereca Robinson Henderson is used to making a joyful noise as organist and minister of music at Zion Baptist Church. But she got the shock of her life when she bought the new Eric Clapton CD, “Clapton,” which was recently released nationwide. The rich down-home sound of a B-3 organ, played by Henderson, can be […]

Solomon Burke dies at Amsterdam airport at 70

On Sunday 10 October 2010 soul singer Solomon Burke has died at Amsterdam airport. He was 70 years old. Solomon Burke wrote “Everybody Needs Somebody to Love” in 1964 and it was quickly recorded by the Rolling Stones and Wilson Pickett, and later and perhaps most famously by the Blues Brothers. Eric Clapton played on […]

Eric Clapton about Cordings of Piccadilly

Legendary musician, guitar hero and co-owner, Eric Clapton explains about his love for the long established country clothing retailer Cordings of Piccadilly, London and his mission to preserve British heritage. (www.cordings.co.uk)

Crossroads Guitar Festival 2010 Trailer

Eric Clapton & Steve Winwood – Royal Albert Hall Thursday 26 May 2011 & Friday 27 May 2011

Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood are to unite on stage for two shows at the Royal Albert Hall in May 2011: 26 May and 27 May 2011. Tickets are onsale now.

Eric Clapton to perform at Prince’s Trust Rock Gala 2010 – Show Will Be Screened On Television In December

UPDATE 30 SEPTEMBER 2010 The Prince’s Trust Rock Gala from the Albert Hall will be screened on Sky 3D in December 2010, with performances from, Tom Jones, Eric Clapton and Brian May, hosted by comedian Rob Brydon. Source hcc.techradar.com Prince’s Trust Rock Gala 2010 Wednesday 17 November The legends of rock perform in aid of […]

Eric Clapton Radio Special — An Inside Look At His New Album

“Eric Clapton offers an inside look at his new album, Clapton, on this 60-minute special hosted by XRT’s Norm Winer”. You can hear the Eric Clapton Radio Special here: WXRT – Eric Clapton Radio Special — An Inside Look At His New Album

Video: Interview Johnny Walker With Eric Clapton

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Eric Clapton speaking on Judgement Day

‘Clapton’ Reviews

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‘Clapton’ Exclusive Edition With Bonus Track ‘Take A Little Walk With Me’

The Barnes & Noble edition of ‘Clapton’, features the exclusive bonus track “Take A Little Walk With Me.” Track List for Barnes & Noble Exclusive Version ‘Clapton’ 01 Travelin’ Alone 02 Rocking Chair 03 River Runs Deep 04 Judgement Day 05 How Deep is the Ocean 06 My Very Good Friend the Milkman 07 Can’t […]

Eric Clapton – UK & Ireland Tour Dates May 2011

Eric Clapton UK & Ireland Tour Dates May 2011, Additional touring dates in Europe, Asia and the U.S. will be announced shortly. May 9th 2011 – Dublin O2 Arena*/** May 10th 2011 – Belfast Odyssey Arena*/** May 12th 2011 – Glasgow SECC*/*** May 14th 2011 – Cardiff International Arena*/*** May 17th 2011 – London Royal […]

Clapton on ‘Clapton’

Listen to ‘Clapton’ here!

‘Clapton’ – Deluxe Limited Edition Bundle

‘Clapton’ will also be available as a Deluxe Limited Edition Bundle. Limited Edition bundle includes: *24 Karat gold collectible CD featuring the new album Clapton PLUS the exclusive bonus track “You Better Watch Yourself” *6.25″ x 5″ hard cover 16 page book that holds the gold CD in its’ back cover and features full color […]