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  1. Pete

    Another Ticket (1981)

    Title: Another Ticket Artist: Eric Clapton Genre: Rock Released: 1981 Tracks: 1 - Something Special - 2 - Black Rose - 3 - Blow Wind Blow - 4 - Another Ticket - 5 - I Can't Stand It - 6 - Hold Me Lord - 7 - Floating Bridge - 8 - Catch Me If You Can - 9 - Rita Mae -...
  2. On This Day November 24 1986 – Eric Clapton Released the Album August

    On This Day November 24 1986 – Eric Clapton Released the Album August

    On this day November 24 1986 Eric Clapton released the album August. The record delivered a polished blend of rock, pop, and soulful melodies shaped by smooth production and expressive guitar work. Its mix of upbeat tracks and reflective moments reflected Clapton’s evolving mid 80s sound as he...
  3. On This Day November 7 1989 – Eric Clapton Released Journeyman

    On This Day November 7 1989 – Eric Clapton Released Journeyman

    On this day November 7 1989, Eric Clapton released Journeyman, his eleventh studio album and one of his most polished works of the decade. The record marked a powerful comeback for Clapton, combining blues roots with modern production and collaborations that showcased his versatility as both a...
  4. On This Day: April 18, 1988 - Eric Clapton Released Crossroads

    On This Day: April 18, 1988 - Eric Clapton Released Crossroads

    On this day April 18, 1988, Eric Clapton released the box set Crossroads, a massive four disc collection that traced his legendary career from the 1960s through the 1980s. The set featured tracks from his time with The Yardbirds, Cream, Blind Faith, Derek and the Dominos, and his solo work...
  5. On This Day: April 16, 1980 - Eric Clapton Released Just One Night

    On This Day: April 16, 1980 - Eric Clapton Released Just One Night

    On this day April 16, 1980, Eric Clapton released the live album Just One Night, a powerful two disc set recorded during a concert at the Budokan in Tokyo, Japan. The album captured Clapton and his band at their blues rock best, blending tight musicianship with raw energy from the stage. Just...
  6. On This Day: March 14 1981 Eric Clapton Had to Cancel His US Tour Due to Bleeding Ulcers

    On This Day: March 14 1981 Eric Clapton Had to Cancel His US Tour Due to Bleeding Ulcers

    On this day March 14 1981 Eric Clapton was forced to cancel his highly anticipated US tour after being hospitalized for bleeding ulcers. The health scare put the legendary guitarist on a temporary hiatus as he recovered from the serious condition. Clapton’s struggles with health and substance...
  7. On This Day: March 11 1985 Behind the Sun by Eric Clapton Was Released

    On This Day: March 11 1985 Behind the Sun by Eric Clapton Was Released

    On this day March 11 1985 Eric Clapton released his ninth solo studio album Behind the Sun. The album marked a shift in Clapton’s sound incorporating more polished production and synthesizers while still maintaining his blues-rock roots. Behind the Sun reached number 34 on the Billboard charts...
  8. Pete

    On This Day February 17 1981 - Another Ticket by Eric Clapton Released

    Pete has published a news story: On This Day: February 17, 1981 Another Ticket by Eric Clapton Released. Read the full story here...
  9. On This Day February 17 1981 - Another Ticket by Eric Clapton Released

    On This Day February 17 1981 - Another Ticket by Eric Clapton Released

    On this day, February 17, 1981, Eric Clapton released his seventh solo studio album, Another Ticket. The album continued Clapton’s signature blend of blues and rock, delivering soulful guitar work and heartfelt songwriting. It became a commercial success, reaching #7 on the Billboard charts...
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