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Eric Clapton may have been proclaimed "God" but he's more mortal than immortal. His autobiography takes fans through his love of the blues, guitars, drugs, and oh yes, Pattie Boyd.

Eric Clapton is one of the finest guitar players and songwriters in the world today. Here's one fan's listing of ten great Clapton songs.

These are my favorite 10 songs, by my favorite artist, Eric Clapton. I used the book "Clapton: The Autobiography of Eric Clapton" as a source for information.

Guitar hero Eric Clapton is back in fine form with the album Back Home, his first release in five years to feature new material. The solid set also features covers of songs by the Spinners, Stevie Wonder and Syreeta Wright and George Harrison.

A vintage review of one of Eric Clapton's best performances. (Originally appeared in Slowhand Zine #1 vol 3, 3/30/95.)

Clapton delivers some brilliant solos, but the poor keyboards temper my enthusiasm and recommendation.

Can you imagine being the muse for two musical geniuses? Boyd was, and she talks about her life with them in this intriguing autobiography.

Here are some gift suggestions for fans of Slowhand this holidas season.

Delve into a sampler of those soaring riffs, guitar pyrotechnics and searing songs of expression and see why, indeed, "Clapton is god".

Asia hasn't seen Eric Clapton and his touring band for quite a while now, and his Far East Tour of 2007 kicked off to an amazing start. A review of his concert in Hong Kong last January 17, 2007.

Robert Gordon's book and subsequent PBS video serve as excellent introduction to blues, the music that gave birth to rock and roll.

One of my biggest musical heroes is Eric Clapton. The man's fluid melodic sense combined with his rapid fire accuracy and pitch control are truly amazing. One of the greatest guitar players ever.

Comparison essay on guitar legions Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, and Eric Clapton.

In 1998, after many years of dealing with his own drug and alcohol addictions, Eric Clapton founded the Crossroads Centre in Antigua, West Indies.

Have you ever wondered how a song makes the play list at a classic rock station? There is a bad rumor going around that all of the music is picked by computers...

Have you ever wondered how a song makes the play list at a classic rock station? There is a bad rumor going around that all of the music is picked by computers, but there's strong evidence it has everything to do with this Rock God...

In an Associated Content article, January 2, 2007, Steve Hicks asked, "Why is Christian Music Inferior?" Part of the reason he thinks it is may be his personal taste only. I don't believe Christian music is inferior.

Pamela Anderson Lee's wedding outfit (a white bikini), Debbie Gibson's halloween Seances, and Pres. Nixon's favorite Johnny Cash tune. Learn while you laugh. A music event timeline, covering the craziness of rock history w/ some down2earth facts mixed in.

Blues music is a truly American artform that has considerably influenced rock n' roll and jazz. But many people do not understand what blues is all about. Here's an eye opener into a unique tradition, all the way from its roots in the Mississippi Delta.

Here are a few suggestions that will tug at the blues musician's heartstrings this holiday season.

My favorite blues albums

A great overview of the man's career with some all-time classic blues numbers.

Coco Montoya is one of the greatest blues guitarist of the modern era. His background and current output, as well as his scorching live performances have put him on the forefront of modern blues

You don't have to be a blues fanatic to appreciate this music. Hooker was a true bluesman, and his influence is pervasive. He'll continue to impact music for some time.

Learn to play guitar online with these free resources. New chords from charts will expand your ear. Niche techniques will help you gain the sound you want. Following a set of free lessons will help you get started, and reach your creative goals.

Though there are hundreds of inspirational musicians that have sparked my interest in music over the years, the following people have helped me to learn unique and exciting styles that have helped in forming my own guitar style.

Readers of the largest subscribed blues publication have selected Tommy Castro as Artist of the Year 2006.

No other electric guitar is so commonplace to America is the Fender Strat. Here is a small history of this iconic instrument.

The biggest problem so many people have whenever they learn guitar or any other musical instrument, is they lose interest after a couple of months.

While rap, hip-hop and pop might dominate the nation's airwaves, the roots of American popular music cannot be denied. And when digging for roots, you need go no further than the blues, soul and jazz, which are some of America's greatest original artforms

A review of Pattie Boyd's new book Wonderful Today that encompasses her rock and roll marriages to both George Harrison and Eric Clapton, her abusive childhood, and her happiness today.

Top singer-songwriters go head-to-head in battle to determine who is the best living artist of that category.

Concert Review of the Winter 2006 show of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra

Join Mama B as she speaks with local musician Udayvladv Tawoda at the opening of a funky little art shop in Clarion, PA called, "Art Funkels".

The "Top 10 Songs of the 1990's lists the Billboards Top Ten, year by year as well as offering some headlines in music news. The article finishes off with The Top Ten Singles of the entire nineties decade.

Just ask the Spurs about playing a team with a dominant point guard. They struggled with Chris Paul. Could Eric Gordon fit that mold? I think so.

Eric Gordon came to Indiana as the subject of a major recruiting showdown between Indiana and Illinois. Both teams wanted him and he originally committed to Illinois but changed his mind and went to Indiana.

Scouting report for Indiana guard and NBA Draft prospect Eric Gordon

This is an article on Eric Gordon, freshman star for Indiana.

A collection of short CD reviews from the best of 2006.

Rockers find success on the New York Times Bestseller List.

a selection of blues performances on YouTube

Supernatural creator/writer and executive producer talks about the upcoming third season of his hit series.

In the 1960s, fans tagged a London Underground stop with these words: "Clapton is God." The phrase caught on. Yet, Eric Clapton seems to have searched for God his whole life. May he find Him! With his God-given talent, who knows? Perhaps old Slowhand could change the world!

Flash Gordon is coming back. The Sci-Fi channel is premiering its new 22-episode Flash Gordon series starring Eric Johnson with a 90-minute lead-off episode.

A guide describing several tips to help you in buying an electric guitar that fits your style, budget, and aesthetics.

Some of my all-time favorite Beatles songs.

It's been said that Ozzy Osbourne originated the music genre of "heavy metal" rock. For more than thirty years, Ozzy has both thrilled his fans and enraged his critics with his controversial and flamboyant musical style.

This article lists the Billboard Top Ten Songs as well as the top ten singles of the 1970's year by year. It also offers the Song of the Year, music from the top grossing movies and some little known facts about the decade.

Los Lobos, Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys, and the Spanish Harlem Orchestra are just three of the 20 award-winning acts scheduled to play at the 9th annual Rhythm and Roots Festival, a Labor Day weekend must for lovers of root music and dance.

Time to upgrade your $100 "First Act" electric guitar that doesn't stay in tune and little "Gorilla" amp and get a gig worthy killer guitar rig. I'll show you how to do it on a budget.

Phil Collins had many hits in the 1980s and 90s. But which songs have stood the test of time?

Bob Marley was born Robert Nesta Marley on February 6, 1945 in the town of Nine Miles in the parish of St Ann, Jamaica.

A brief bio of legendary rock musician Jimi Hendrix.

The great singer-songwriter and keyboardist Billy Preston, the "Fifth Beatle" as he was known, died after a long illness as a result of malignant hypertension that resulted in kidney failure and other complications.

Rick Frost is a man you don't want to skip past. His music comes from his heart, loves what he does, and wants to...

Good musicians, some good performances. No chemistry or interplay between the players.

An abstract look at the life of former Beetles band member, George Harrison

For a long time I thought of Keith Richards as indestructible and the Rolling Stones as a vehicle for him to show off his Superman-like durability and frustratingly average guitar skills...

Here are some more essential facts and information on Chinese astrology. In Part II, we will look at the last six Chinese zodiac signs.

Long-time Jazz Percussionist, Darren Lyons takes some time out after a gig to hang with us and give an interview.

Not doing things right on eBay can cost you your business.

Cream featured world class musicians who had ferocious chemistry.

Larry Garner has been around: the scene, the block, the industry, the world. You name it, the man has been there, done it, and probably sold out a show in the process.

Review of "The Beginner's Guide to Unlocking the Guitar", and whether the program works or not.

Rich Meyer is a singer, guitarist, and a bit of a comedian, who performs his one-man show for colleges, clubs, bars, even corporate functions. His audiences range from avid skiers in Vermont to beach bums at the Jersey Shore.

The world of opera music is not a popular one. Most people think it is for old people or weirdos. This guide will help bring you into this strange world and hopefully give you a deeper appreciation for the art of opera.

Just when you thought that MVD Entertainment Group had it all, being a leading Music DVD/CD label and distributor, now they are getting even bigger as they now announce they will partner with Classic Media Group.

This is a classic album by one of the most influential guitarists of our time.

Extreme built a loyal worldwide following through relentless touring and the success of their number one single, "More Than Words". This retrospective follows Extreme from their working class roots through their overnight success and back again.

As the lead guitarist for Grateful Dead alum Bob Weir's ongoing side project, Ratdog, Mark Karan hits the road regularly, performing across the country and even taking the occasional jaunt to Europe or Japan.

LSD (lysergic acid) was the perfect drug to catch on in society in the early 1960s. It was cheaper than the other common hallucinogens or psychedelics such as peyote and mushrooms and a lot more powerful.

A very interesting look back on American culture, but the name "Rock Icons" is slightly misleading. Instead of featuring entire episodes, they should have cut a bunch of rock star segments together.

The Who, post-Moon, present Tommy recorded in 1989 and Quadrophenia recorded in 1996 with guest stars to fill out the roles on a three-disc DVD. They are amazing editions that belong on the shelf of any Who fan.

It is possibly the most amazing setting to enjoy music. It is the venue to play when in Colorado.

In a chain of small islands stretching 114 miles to land's end in Key West, why is it that there are only 3 styles of live music played? The Stingrays of Key Largo break the "Keys mold".

John Fogerty, the Knack and Alan Jackson are just some of the artists that you would find in the presidents 250 song iPod playlist, but I have 10 more suggestions.

On Thanksgiving evening, 1975, Levon Helm, Robbie Robertson, Garth Hudson, Richard Manuel, and Rick Danko decided to grace their fans to something special.

No video music library can be considered complete without it.

Foxboro, MA is home to a world-class stadium which hosts many great live concerts from big name stars. Several clubs playing live music have also popped up around the area, and another big outdoor arena is just across town lines

If you're a fan of the 1970s, here is a list of all the songs you need to make one great collection

Addresses the relative lesser quality of "Christian" music.

This article takes a look at the songs about females in an alphabetical listing. It seems that no matter what the name, there are more then just sad, country songs being written about females.

Solid music by one of the most respected musicians of our time

Surprise someone special by planning a romantic Valentine's Day evening at home. To pull this off, the romantic day has to be exceptional. This is a day of passion, and love. Lover's have cried bloody tears and composed music in the name of love.

Jerry Lee Lewis, once in danger of losing his career and life to excess and scandal, is the Last Man Standing.

This is a review for the DVD Hard Rock Treasures.

An enjoyable album with too much pop and polish.

Mary J. Blige is a great person and a talented artist. She will continue to thrive throughout her music career. The Grammy awards represent the best work in the music industry. Mary J. Blige is certainly worthy of 8 Grammys.

Michelle Williams formerly of Destiny's Child has been keeping very busy since the group broke up.

A short and to the point biography of rock guitar legend Jimi Hendrix.

Rochester-born music stars like Teddy Geiger and Tweet owe a debt of gratitude to an amateur pianist who put Rochester on the music map, George Eastman. His Eastman School of Music has contributed to every avenue of music enjoyment.

Robert Randolph and the Family takes a slightly more rockin direction on their latest CD

The top 100 guitar players, it just can't be real.

There was a time when a family who was probably involved in cloning and had a lot of teeth ruled pop radio. This is a concert they held just last year.

CD review of the upcoming collaborative split between Reel Big Fish & Zolof the Rock n' Roll Destroyer entitled Duet All Night Long.

In this article, the prevalence of addiction in American culture is examined through discussion of different types and aspects of addiction.

Eight of rock and roll's best power trios square off in a single elimination tournament to determine who is best. Factors being considered include: Guitar, drums, bass, singing, songwriting, and more.

Take a look at the musicians that will appear at the SXSW festival this year: