Eric’s early Strats (affectionately known as ‘Brownie’ and ‘Blackie’) featured on his recordings throughout the 70s – Brownie came first on the 1970 album Layla And Other Assorted Love Songs, with ...

With news that a new King Crimson album is in the works, Fripp's past comments highlight the left-field ideas that make him ...

Eric Clapton is seen in this undated photo playing slide guitar on his 1954 Fender Stratocaster, nicknamed "Slowhand" after the legendary blues guitarist. Gotta Have Rock and Roll ...

Whether or not we’ve convinced you that Crossroads is indeed the finest live blues performance on record, let’s leave the ...

Eric Clapton, one of the most influential guitarists in the history of rock music, has been made a CBE in the New Year Honours list. Clapton has been described as "an authentic musical genius" for his ...

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama -- Who: Eric Clapton, 69, a masterful guitar slinger with deep roots in the blues.His instrumental prowess is legendary, his trophy case is full and his catalog stretches back ...

Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival–Evening Two: Concert Review. Surprise guest Keith Richards galvanizes the crowd in this second marathon show featuring an all-star lineup of guitarists.

Over the course of 100 minutes Monday night in Chicago, Eric Clapton, alongside opening act Jimmie Vaughan, let his guitar do the talking as he traversed the American blues songbook.

Eric Clapton, one of the most influential guitarists in the history of rock music, receives his CBE at Buckingham Palace on Wednesday. Clapton has been described as "an authentic musical genius" for ...

Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival — Evening One: ... the concerts have become a mecca for blues and rock fans who are given the rare opportunity to see their favorites jamming together.