Clapton, every solo is different, even from the same song. Master of improvisation.

a lot of people say Clapton was washed out and doesn't deserve his spot on the top 3 but his ability to stay relevant throughout the generations, and his unmistakable ability to improvise is unmatched when considering that it is never out of place, never an accidental moment of silence it is always fitting right in where it needs to and that's what makes him so great.

@connievino4226

Жыл бұрын

Totally agree.

@dennisscott6501

Жыл бұрын

Forever in the pocket with playing and tone.

@daveardron4197

Жыл бұрын

Never heard anyone say that Clapton was washed out!!! My all time favourite musician

@dennisscott6501

Жыл бұрын

@@daveardron4197 DEFINITELY not washed out..ever..

@Marcelo_Barros

Жыл бұрын

I disagree, he is not in the top 3, he is the top 1 for sure, I've never seen any guitarist improvise with such freedom and feeling, the only one that in my opinion could be compared to this level is Gary Moore, who said that there are many good guitarists, but Eric Clapton transcended!

I used to think EC was irrelevant when I was a kid learning guitar. The more I’ve learnt about music and guitar playing, the more relevant and better he gets. I’ve finally learnt enough to appreciate his music.

I think his voice is getting better as he ages! Sounds great.

@rc6147

8 жыл бұрын

+Pablo Horteg Agreed!!!

@parishfamily4

8 жыл бұрын

Yeah! but it has always been good. right?

@domward8352

8 жыл бұрын

Age has given him a more bluesier, soulful voice.

@VItoAstone

7 жыл бұрын

Check it out me version of LAYLA (Clapton) on my channel. Let me know you like it. Thanks

@sharons1855

7 жыл бұрын

Pablo Horteg

Bass player is underappreciated, this guy holds and grooves like there's no tommorow.

@HowIsThat69

Жыл бұрын

Yes he do. So thight on ALL clips. So is Steve Gadd on the drums,

@jagtone

Жыл бұрын

Anybody know who that is? It's not Nathan East. Some nice playing by Chris Stainton too.

@wesmcquickly689

Жыл бұрын

@@jagtone Willie Weeks

@Marcel-bd3rd

Жыл бұрын

true

@jeffrauch2787

11 ай бұрын

NO WAY IN HELL this man was EVER washed up! One of the greatest ever!!

My late husband's favorite song. It holds a special place in my heart❤.

Who doesn't love Eric Clapton but am I the only one who sees and hears his band and the beautiful ladies voices? OMG, these ladies are amazing.

@staceyskelton8898

3 жыл бұрын

Love those back up singers

@mikeduggincom

11 ай бұрын

No you are not, we have ears

@warrenhammonds1093

2 ай бұрын

They are cute too. Anyone know their names?

I have a million things to do but I keep listening/watching Clapton instead...

@marcostovar7968

3 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best way of spending Time🎶👍

@SubmarineZues

2 жыл бұрын

life’s too short to not watch clapton every day

@peggygleichman5101

2 жыл бұрын

@@SubmarineZues Yes, indeed!!

@sacapuntasfregerio4274

2 жыл бұрын

Wait can’t you just listen while you’re doing your tasks?

@NorthernWisconsinandStuff

7 ай бұрын

At least your priorities are in order!

One of the best version of "Crossroads". I like the tempo....

@markoukanovic5075

4 жыл бұрын

What a master of Universe...

@jonathanlalthlamuana7382

4 жыл бұрын

You should definitely listen to John Mayer's version, cool one

@bobklumpp8698

4 жыл бұрын

Totally!

@chuckjls

4 жыл бұрын

The tempo is more like the original by Robert Johnson. I like it too.

@jellyrollmorton2051

3 жыл бұрын

Best version is the original

Eric Clapton is the shit, have always love his guitar playing, especially when he plays the Blues, he will always be my hero in life and his guitar playing too....Eric love you man, keep rocking it.

@QuantumLeap89

2 жыл бұрын

I thought calling someone shit was derogatory?

@harbonip

2 жыл бұрын

@@QuantumLeap89 no sir

@QuantumLeap89

2 жыл бұрын

@@harbonip So if I call you a piece of shit that's ok?

@I-da-db8hx

2 жыл бұрын

@@harbonip mmok

@withgoddess8029

Жыл бұрын

@@QuantumLeap89 It is...its disgusting.

Those backup singers are fantastic,too!

@Patriot-oi7mj

10 ай бұрын

I found them a little annoying, everyone has different tastes I guess.

@warrenhammonds1093

2 ай бұрын

They are cute too. Anyone know their names?

Clapton could play guitar in his sleep. He is one with his guitar. His voice is clear as a bell. He's the greatest. A legend. .

This song always inspires me to get up and do something good with the time that I have on earth. Mr. Clapton, you’re a living legend.

Probably one of the most immaculate blues performances ever.

You've listened to this song like million times but I was just so addicted to this version

Clapton with Chris Stainton on keys - and Steve Gadd on drums - this is an all-star band !!

@keend403

5 жыл бұрын

Has to have Nathan East on bass though

@olavurjohannesson5621

4 жыл бұрын

Willie weeks is great though

@persine2855

3 жыл бұрын

What about Nathan East?? He is the legend of bass guitar.

@andyelliott8027

3 жыл бұрын

The other keyboard player is Walt Richmond. Top class.

@krissgennrich8988

3 жыл бұрын

Seems Stainton never gets enough mention. Can also add Doyle ll for another guitar.

What a groove, my foot couldn't have tapped any harder.. the MAN!!!

What a fantastic guitar player, incredible

Hands down finest performance of this song in human history! Upbeat, tempo, "Vibe", simply Outstanding 💥💥💥

Was Blessed to see Eric in concert in late 80s and early 90s! An amazing elevated experience!

The finest performance I have witnessed by musicians....thank you Mr. Clapton, I enjoy this video on a regular basis.

been listening to your consistency in music-making & clean guitarmanship all these 40 years. More power to you EC !

No matter the generation, this tune speaks to you, and make you want to give it forward to anyone, cause it makes you more..Ageless rock what makes you move like no one is watching…

That tone! The notes are so meaty, even on the bridge pickup. I love it!

@rsdsfk

9 жыл бұрын

That's his signature Twinolux and his vintage noiseless pickups doing there job!

@rsdsfk

8 жыл бұрын

that too XD

@jonathanerickson1543

8 жыл бұрын

Did he do this to get a thicker sound? I personally loved when he played his gibsons with cream with those warm humbuckers

@ForViewingOnly

7 жыл бұрын

Fab White - Yes, he does seem to use middle position for most of the song, only moving to bridge pickup right at the end of the song. I didn't notice that first time. It's great when someone replies to my comment because I come back to this video and hear Clapton's beautiful tone again, and it always inspires me!

@Darkwell0071

5 жыл бұрын

That’s middle. He mostly uses the neck PU.

I've been listening to Eric since I was 20. No one. Plays guitar like Eric Clapton. And that raspy blues voice ❣️ I keep hoping to make Eric's Crossroads Festival!

@brendahawkins3965

3 жыл бұрын

Hi would love to know what you think of my 17 year old grandsons cover of this kzread.info/dash/bejne/laJm3MqNYrO-Y7g.html

@cathywalker906

3 жыл бұрын

@@brendahawkins3965 id go see him... Great rip! Tell him to keep on truckin😁

@cathywalker906

3 жыл бұрын

@@brendahawkins3965 I subscribed to Josh and commented.. Check it out! 😁

@brendahawkins3965

3 жыл бұрын

@@cathywalker906 hi Cathy thank you so much. I love going to watch him. He has done a few 2 hour gigs and I love them. Sit and watch him on you tube all the time. The sound on the tv is amazing. I hope you will get to see him in concert sometime. I have lots of faith in him. 😘♥️

I started playing when I was 14. I'll be 66 on the 25th. Clapton, the Kings, almond brothers, and the list goes on.... All of those wonderful blues musicians that have influenced my playing over the years. Thank all of You so very much.lol My very first concert ever I was 14. B.B. King. I went into the concert as a youngster wanting to be a rock n roll guitarist. I came out of that concert a totally changed young man. Funny, now everything that I play comes out kind of bluesy.

He just keeps getting better with each passing year. I can not believe how many years I have listened to Clapton and it always puts me in a good mood jamming out to his music as loud as I dare crank my speakers!

@markclifford1857

Жыл бұрын

Hello 👋 Peggy. How are you doing? Hope you are fine. I'm Mark Clifford and am from Denver Colorado, where are you from? You seem like a real country girl

How about those Ladies!! Love the backing vocals.

@raffivartanian1718

5 жыл бұрын

jstumple Right?! How awesome were they?!

@nathanschwartz9761

5 жыл бұрын

Two woman. Sound like ten.

@katalinjakab6396

5 жыл бұрын

...it is no accident that they sing in the background!... :)

@philippewilleman86

5 жыл бұрын

jstumple d

@aristides1963

5 жыл бұрын

they are both great and there are in many Clapton performances.

Happy 76th Birthday to one of my all time guitar heroes

It's brilliant how music brings people together.. different backgrounds, cultures. There are no social barriers in music, it's just about feeling. Such a beautiful thing!

I went down to the crossroads, Fell down on my knees. I went down to the crossroads, Fell down on my knees. Asked the Lord above for mercy, "Save me if you please." I went down to the crossroads, Tried to flag a ride. I went down to the crossroads, Tried to flag a ride. Nobody seemed to know me, Everybody passed me by. I'm going down to Rosedale, Take my rider by my side. I'm going down to Rosedale, Take my rider by my side. You can still barrelhouse, baby, On the riverside. You can run, you can run, Tell my friend-boy Willie Brown. You can run, you can run, Tell my friend-boy Willie Brown. And I'm standing at the crossroads, Believe I'm sinking down.

Gracias..For Your..Sound..Amigo..For..Ever..

Eric Clapton I've learned a lot from him and his style of good blues and thank you for showing me not to give up no matter how hard it gets again thank you Mr Clapton

@connievino4226

Жыл бұрын

Keep going we need you.

THIS MAN IS A LIVING LEGEND

All time favorite song! This always puts me in a good mood. Rock On 🤘

Lovin' the backing vocals, those girls can sing!!!

@johncunningham4820

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed they can .

@rayuyuxrakuti

Жыл бұрын

Anyone know those girls name??

@warrenhammonds1093

2 ай бұрын

They are cute too. Anyone know their names?

Eric rocks! I've heard him do this in at least a dozen different styles; love 'em all.

The reason Clapton is so good is he actually lived the blues 😎

I love watching the finger work. Eric Clapton.....he is a pure legend.

Such a good cover. rip Robert Johnson

@UmVtCg

4 жыл бұрын

Must be difficult without a soul

@jellyrollmorton2051

3 жыл бұрын

Terrible cover. RIP Robert Johnson.

@fredmoore8661

3 жыл бұрын

@@jellyrollmorton2051 Grew up in the 50's South. I remember them all. I was truly blessed.

@jellyrollmorton2051

3 жыл бұрын

@@fredmoore8661 Remember what? The old blues musicians? They will always be the best.

@fredmoore8661

3 жыл бұрын

@@jellyrollmorton2051 Of course. Do you remember WLAC Nashville? They had two incredible programs... Ernie's Record Mart and Randy's Record Parade, in succession, five nights per week. They sold mail order Blues records. 78's. I was a kid at Castle Heights Military Academy in Lebanon, 30 miles east. We would often turn the volume down very low on our AM radios after Lights Out and listen to both.. Great times...

Damn he is so good it is a special moment in time you can enjoy over and over again. From here Im going over to a tribute to George.

I love the way Clapton rearranges many of his older classics and never seems to play what the audience expects! There's always an argument about who's the best rock guitarist; I don't know who's the all time best but Eric Clapton certainly makes my top 5 list!

I listen to this daily b4 goin to work n B4 goin to bed..fan of Eric Clapton n cream since I got to know in late 80's..this version I love.. is too great ..n..the tempo keeps my mind healthy n stress free...Eric vocals n guitar is different lvl, pianist is too good, drummer is energetic even at this age and is so pumped up n bass guitar is playing so casually.. the backing girls vocals add cream to the classy song..long live Eric Clapton...love from india

My brother gave me this song on a Cream album when I was about ten. OMGosh...... been hooked on REAL music ever since!!

Living legend! It's such a cool song to jam around with.

I always love to play like Clapton, he had an amazing style .

On my A list all the time. I went to see him every time he came to town, to the old Coliseum. One summer in a packed house, we sweated through a performance and it was the best ever.

Clapton created the crossroads to blues rock electric guitar greatness....add his vocals and song creating skills, you have a legendary artist

Not bad for a bunch of old geezers.....rock n roll will never die.!!!

@smitsonavane6278

3 жыл бұрын

Not bad?? Bro I hope you are being sarcastic cause these guys developed 'real' music

That keyboard/organ combo solo is just fantastic

What a combo of old guys enjoying themselves, iconic performance of this song .

Was a great show, end to end... OD'd on the blues that day! Great memories!

This version is blowing my mind!! His axe is sounding fab,his singing better than ever. LEGEND HERE!!!! We are lucky to have you Eric .🔮🌹🌹🌹🌹👑😇🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥your playing is FIRE!!!!!!

This song is fantastic, it is the pure soul of the Blues, essential in any fan collection! It could be from the year 1940, 1970, 2000 or 2150 ... it remains incredible and absurdly sensational! Clapton is a legend! The more time passes, the better it plays!

@carterjayhovland9575

2 жыл бұрын

It is from the 1930s - Robert Johnson Sold his soul to the devil for the skill. Charter member of the 27-and-out club.

@paulodemarchi4003

2 жыл бұрын

@@carterjayhovland9575 legend or true? lol

@connievino4226

Жыл бұрын

Love your comment.

@connievino4226

Жыл бұрын

@@carterjayhovland9575 I think that is pure folklore. Clapton didn't join the the 27 club. Johnson was a black man in the south. Sadly he died so very young. As many did. He went down to the crossroads and never came back.

I can't get enough of this song NEVER.

Clapton brought the Blues back to mainstream America. God bless him.

i dig this piece up 4 or 5 times a week .... just awesome

This is a typical stellar performance (& maybe my favorite song), by Clapton that, after a couple drinks, makes me think...."I got this"....I grab my guitar & try to " play like Eric", then I go back to my sales & expense reports....defeated.

@roxxanedtroyt1744

6 жыл бұрын

lol

@scottaubrey9046

6 жыл бұрын

At least you have a go mate. We use to play this in pubs and it didn't usually go down that well but you always had at least one fella looking at you and giving you wink as if to say I'm with you boys

@Ryacques

5 жыл бұрын

Fuck me I’m in the offense right now working jamming out to this and I saw ur comment u bastard

@Veit_Justin_Schuster

5 жыл бұрын

Just do some pentatonic to begin with

@gregorymartinez7758

5 жыл бұрын

Learn it.

EC in my opinion the Babe Ruth of rock/blues musicians. The man, the myth, the legend. Always hits them out of the park and has been doing so since the 60’s. Bravo slowhand!

Came here for the guitar playing but holyyy those vocals sound amazing! Those growls sound so powerful and full of soul!

I was blessed to see this artist elite perform live at the Odeon Theater in Hammersmith, London in the early eighties and regard it as the best I've seen. Would love to see him again.

Nice and SOLID bass work, lovin' it.

World class collection of talent. Enjoyed watching the bass player really working it.

This is a kick ass version of crossroads to play along to. Thanks for posting it!

The backing singers are brilliant.

@warrenhammonds1093

2 ай бұрын

They are cute too. Anyone know their names?

im in love with the looks and sound of his strat

He’s so great a performer , some people don’t feel he’s that good, he’s Waaay better than good, so much knowledge and life has gone into the outcome we are privileged to listen to!! Bravo Mr Clapton!!

4 years later still love this great music!

The backing band here is absolutely sooo good, but Eric just shines like never before too,man he sure can play

I love this version. the tempo is spot on!

While we all love Eric, love those "back-up" vocalists. They are so sweet.

So clean and effortless. True guitar god.

so good! love that guitar too!

Gosh I love Claptons voice. Equally if not more than his guitar playing.

Saw him years ago at the Smoothie King center in NOLA. So amped up afterwards that we stayed out all night on Bourbon Street. Best concert of my entire life!

Jizzes, these musicians are......well i can't find the right word, just amazing!!!

What can I say, Musicians are my Hero's. Judaism is my way of life, but music is my religion.

One of the best songs played by one of the best

I've been listening to 4 or 5 different versions of Crossroads that have occurred over the years for the past hour. While I appreciate and acknowledge that Clapton is a massively talented musician, I've never been a fan. If I'm going to listen to mainstream blues, it's gonna be Stevie Ray. However, this one video did raise my appreciation of Clapton very much. Out of all the videos I watched, this one was the best produced and had the highest level of his gifted improvisation. Take for example the weird "honks" at around 2:13 and 4:38, and the way, way outside the "major minor pentatonic box" notes he threw out that were so wrong they were incredibly right. They sent awesome chills down my spine. Anyone else had done that they would have been thrown off the stage. But this proves Clapton owns his guitar, that stage, the blues and his half century reputation. Again, while I'm not his biggest fan, I certainly admire the hell out of the guy. His amazing reputation is well deserved. 👍

He reinvented this tune and it is brilliant.

Steve Gadd on drums and Willie Weeks on bass , possibly the best rhythm section that Eric has had . Awesome combination !

@tonyroberts6500

Жыл бұрын

please don`t forget Baker and Bruce eg Crossroads from Best of Cream

@vijayasekarr.7117

11 ай бұрын

Looks like Nathan East on bass.

@peterandrews1117

11 ай бұрын

That is not Nathan East ......he is sponsored by Yamaha , not Fender !

I smiled through this :-) this was great!

If that went on for another 5 minutes, it would still be captivating. Superb in absolutely every way.

This music gives me a flight to the imagination, what a beautiful song ❤

There is nothing like a couple of sisters to make this song come alive!

Claptons solo gave me chills

He really knows how to put the entire show together.

Now that’s some awesomeness one and all. Great performance. Thanks

Incredible performance!!

Wow I'm only 15 but this guy is my inspiration as I am learning guitar myself. Clapton just nails it every time. Love him so much x Carry on inspiring m8

@smooth-bq7lf

5 жыл бұрын

Alllll same

@daft9816

2 жыл бұрын

how is it going?

@robertforgaci9427

Жыл бұрын

keep playing darling

Love the video clip....been follower of Clapton for a longtime!!

Love it, love it, love it!!! EC could probably play this in his sleep by now but still kills it. His drummer is something else too.

@HowzUrSister86

10 жыл бұрын

the drummer is steve gadd. one of the best drummers ever

@TheodoreHuckstable-lb1uy

Жыл бұрын

Background singers are angelic.

Music is like great art - some love it and others just don't get it.

@barrymccormick3911

5 жыл бұрын

I second that - brother!

@markhorton3041

5 жыл бұрын

Larry Hansen So well said my friend!!

@randygrayson9015

4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

@heidipierce3068

4 жыл бұрын

Music saves me

@_greenfox_6876

4 жыл бұрын

Gage M yes i would some art i like some art i dont understand

timeless music

never tire of Clapton our his tunes!

Love the color of the Strat. Perfect for my surf band! 🏄🏻‍♂️

I used to be into heavy metal then I watch the movie Crossroads and I'm a Blues Man

@fredda2026

3 жыл бұрын

As we all do 🤗 A LOT of styles /genre comes out of blues 🤘 A real music lover seeks/find the road back to the roots eventually 🙂😍 // Sweden

E C my favourite guitar 🎸 player, great stuff

Love this classic. Looks to me like he does too!!!! Moving throughout the entire song! Smiling when he starts! He just keeps getting better and better!!!!

@markclifford1857

Жыл бұрын

Hello 👋 Donna. How are you doing? Hope you are fine. I'm Mark Clifford and am from Denver Colorado, where are you from? You seem like a real country girl

He truly is THE~ Man! God bless Eric Clapton!