Name: Bluesbreakers With Eric Clapto
Brand: John Mayall

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8448272

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2018-01-01

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Universal

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0042284482721

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Artist

John Mayall

Genre GB

Blues / Gospel

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Rarely has any single record album induced such a shift in popular music. <i>Blues Breakers With Eric Clapton</i> not only catapulted Clapton to the helm of the burgeoning British blues-rock scene, it likewise made significant noise on the other side of the Atlantic--where the blues had literally been born, bred, and buttered. In addition to Mayall (guitar/vocals) and Clapton (guitar/vocals), this incarnation of the Blues Breakers utilises the talents of John McVie (bass) and Hughie Flint (drums). As a combo, this band was able to reinvent the American blues for a fresh audience whose ultimate response would give rise to subgenres such as heavy metal and other roots-related rock. While their contributions prove immeasurable, they are likewise sadly eclipsed by that of Clapton. In retrospect--unlike many of the other revolutionary changes occurring in pop music circa the mid-60s--the Blues Breakers are infinitely more subtle in their attack. Their most obvious weapon is the advantage of documenting in-the-studio material from their live performance set. Clapton needed precious little time to gestate the blues. His ability to express himself is uncanny, as if he were a man twice--if not three times--his age. The passionate inflections and unforgettable impressions Clapton makes upon these grooves swiftly catapulted him into both international exposure as well as legendary guitar rock idol status. <i>Blues Breakers with Eric Clapton</i> is an invaluable touchstone into primordial pre-metal rock &amp; roll.

Bluesbreakers With Eric Clapto

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