Eric Clapton reveals this week of his declining health

The very first album I ever bought (back in the 70’s) was Derek and the Dominos “Live in Concert”. I played that on my Philips GA-212 turntable from Tech-Hifi and that kicked off the next post-AM radio phase of audiophilia that has lasted a LONG time.

From OP:

“…and is suffering nerve damage to his hands that will in just a matter of time compromise his ability to play.”

Not doubting what EC is stating. But this reminds me of Peter Frampton made a similar public announcement. Yet I think he is still playing publicly? Yes? No?

I did not read every item in this chain, but EC truly a great....some of his politics, not so much, but we love his art/music.....BTW, this relatively old news is not so dire.....his recent release, 2021 "Lady in the Balcony" is fabulous, though the LP may have the worst surface noise I have ever experienced...too bad about that!!!

@geoffkait You are clearly correct about Mr. L. I doubt he can hear anything or ever could, but he is a great marketing guy, right?

As for Mr. Clapton, he is truly gifted--I read his book, which you all should do as well. When I listen to Al Di Meola and others like him, I realize that musical talent has many forms and many genres.

"The Greatest" of anything is subjective, of course, but Eric Clapton is clearly a major talent in a field of millions of players.

Cheers!

@tomcy6 

"Everyone has the right to like or dislike Clapton, of course, but when people say his playing is junk, there are a lot of really good guitarists who disagree"

Agreed. Clapton has recorded plenty of excellent music-- if not, this thread would not exist!