Eric Clapton

Born: Ripley, Surrey, England, 1945

Years Active: 1968-2009

Member of: Blind Faith

Influenced by: Robert Johnson, J.J. Cale, Albert King, Bob Dylan, Freddie King, Chuck Berry, Muddy Waters, The Band, B.B. King, Elmore James, Big Bill Broonzy

Genre: Rock & Alternative

Biography: By the time Eric Clapton launched his solo career with the release of his self-titled debut album in mid-1970, he was long ...

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Oct 28 2009 13:46PM by Spinner Staff

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Spinner: Fender guitars could arguably be considered the quintessential American axe. The iconic instruments have been graced by the fingers of such legends as Eric Clapton, Eddie Van Halen and Jimi Hendrix. Signature Fender guitars such as the Stratocaster ... Read more

 
Oct 27 2009 9:36AM by Adam Horne
Spinner: When it comes to acoustic guitars, there are fewer companies more highly regarded than C.F. Martin & Company. Martin guitars, particularly their signature steel-string flattop acoustics, can be pricey but are cherished by those who use them. ... Read more

 
Oct 27 2009 6:00AM by John D. Luerssen

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Spinner: Eric Clapton has been forced to pull out of this week's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Concerts at Madison Square Garden. According to his publicist, the 64-year-old guitarist, who recently had an operation to remove his gallstones, will instead be ... Read more

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