Eric Clapton
English guitarist, singer, and songwriter (born 1945) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Eric Patrick Clapton CBE (born 30 March 1945) is an English guitarist, singer and composer. Clapton is regarded as one of the greatest guitarists in the history of rock.[1] Rolling Stone magazine ranked Clapton number 2 on its list of 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time in 2003.[2]
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Birth name | Eric Patrick Clapton |
Also known as | Slowhand |
Born | (1945-03-30) 30 March 1945 (age 79) Ripley, Surrey, England |
Genres | Rock, blues, hard rock |
Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter |
Instruments | Guitar, vocals |
Years active | 1962 - present |
Website | Official website |
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Clapton has played in a variety of different bands, including the Yardbirds and Cream.