Eric Clapton

Eric Clapton, born on March 30, 1945, in England, is a legendary guitarist, singer, and songwriter. Known as one of rock music's greatest guitarists, Clapton ranked second in Rolling Stone's “100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time” and has received numerous accolades, including 18 Grammy Awards and a Brit Award. He is also the only musician inducted three times into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: as a solo artist, and as a member of the Yardbirds and Cream.

Clapton's career began with local bands before he joined the Yardbirds (1963-1965) and John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers (1965-1966). He rose to fame as a member of Cream, a power trio blending blues and psychedelic rock, producing hits like "Sunshine of Your Love." After Cream disbanded, Clapton formed Blind Faith, another short-lived but impactful band, and later the iconic Derek and the Dominos, best known for the song "Layla."..Read More »