1: Motherless Children () 2: Give Me Strength () 3: Willie And The Hand Jive () 4: Get Ready () 5: I Shot The Sheriff () 6: I Can't Hold Out () 7: Please Be With Me () 8: Let It Grow () 9: Steady Rollin' Man () 10: Mainline Florida () : Bonus Tracks () 11: Ain't That Lovin' You () 12: Meet Me (Down At The Botton) () 13: Lonesone Road Blues (Walkin' Down The Road) () 14: Getting Acquainted () 15: Getting Acquainted 2 (Too Late) () 16: Eric After Hours Blues () 17: Please Be With Me (Acoustic) () 18: Give Me Strength (Dobro 1) ()
Description:
"461 Ocean Boulevard" is one of Eric Clapton's most celebrated solo albums and marks a decisive creative turning point in his career. Released in 1974 and here presented as a high-quality CD edition by Universal Japan, the album blends laid-back blues, roots rock and subtle reggae influences into a warm, organic sound. The tracklist includes Clapton's iconic rendition of "I Shot the Sheriff", which became a worldwide hit and introduced many listeners to both his soulful guitar playing and to reggae rhythms, as well as intimate songs like "Let It Grow" and groove-driven numbers such as "Willie and the Hand Jive". The production focuses on earthy band interplay, understated solos and a relaxed, almost live-in-the-studio atmosphere that makes the album timeless.
This CD release by Universal Japan is aimed at audiophile listeners and collectors who value meticulous mastering and high production standards. Universal Japan is known for its carefully curated reissues, premium pressing quality and attention to detail in packaging and sound. Their editions often preserve the authentic character of the original recordings while delivering a clear, balanced listening experience that does justice to classic albums like "461 Ocean Boulevard".
Eric Clapton, often called "Slowhand", is one of the most influential guitarists in rock and blues history. Before his solo career, he made his name with legendary bands such as The Yardbirds, John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers, Cream and Derek and the Dominos. Over the decades he has won numerous Grammy Awards, been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame multiple times (with different bands and as a solo artist), and shaped generations of musicians with his expressive phrasing, distinctive tone and songwriting. "461 Ocean Boulevard" stands as a key moment in his discography, capturing the mature, soulful side of Clapton that would define much of his later work.
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