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Eric Clapton

Birth Place: Ripley, Surrey, ENGLAND

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Eric Clapton, CBE is an 18-time Grammy Award winner. He has received four Ivor Novello Awards from the British Academy of Songwriters, Composers and Authors, including the Lifetime Achievement Award and a Brit Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music. He is the only ever three-time inductee to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He appears in Rolling Stone magazines '100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time' and Time magazines 'Top 50 Guitarists of All Time'.
In his solo career, Clapton has sold more than 130 million records worldwide
In 1998 Eric Clapton founded the Crossroads Centre, an addiction treatment centre on the island of Antigua.

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4x Grammy Guitarist Gary Clark Jr. Set To Rock The Stone Pony Stage


Join 4-time Grammy winner Gary Clark Jr. as he brings his electrifying guitar skills to the iconic Stone Pony Stage. Don't miss this unforgettable night of music.

Midge Ure Drops August and September Dates for North American Tour


Midge Ure has announced a late summer North American tour that will kick off at Daryl's house in Pawling, NY on August 7. The gigs dubbed 'Band In A Box' will take Midge across North America and back, wrapping up in Ft. Lauderdale on September 12. See the tour dates below!

London Records Will Release 30th Anniversary Editions Of Marcella Detroit's Album 'Jewel'


London Records celebrates 30 years of Marcella Detroit's album Jewel, re-issuing it on sapphire blue vinyl and an expanded 2CD and digital set on June 21.

Opry Entertainment Group Collaborates With Morningstar Music Productions For Chet Atkins Tribute 'We Still Can't Say Good Bye'


Morningstar Music Productions is thrilled to be collaborating with Opry Entertainment Group, Opry Store and Opry.com for WE STILL CAN'T SAY GOOD BYE – A Musicians' Tribute to Chet Atkins as they will be the main selling channel for a variety of physical packages, including vinyl albums, limited edition numbered vinyl, and orange color vinyl and CDs.

ROCK AROUND THE CLOCK - THE MORNING AFTER BAND to Play Drama Factory in April


Following the success of their previous shows 'Country Roads' and 'We Built This City – A Tribute to the 80s' at The Drama Factory last year, The Morning After Band, a polished and highly sought-after band based in Johannesburg, has announced their upcoming event, 'Rock Around The Clock', a captivating showcase of popular music from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s.

Bernadette Peters, Lisa Loeb and Lyle Lovett, and More to Play MPAC in May


MPAC's May lineup features Bernadette Peters, Buddy Guy, Lyle Lovett and Lisa Loeb and more. See the full lineup here!

Broadway Stage and Screen- A Spring 2024 Watch Guide


A new Broadway season has arrived at last, full of exciting new shows and revivals of beloved classics. While many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 10 are already films that you can watch from home. If you are seeing any of the below productions in 2024, check out how you can study up beforehand or unpack afterwards!

Buckwheat Zydeco Jr. Continues Centenary Stage Company's Spring Concert Series


Join the Centenary Stage Company as they continue their Spring Concert Series with a performance by Buckwheat Zydeco Jr. Enjoy a night of vibrant music this spring season.

MATT AND BEN, THE LAST WALTZ, And More Coming Up This Spring At Cotuit Center for the Arts


Discover the upcoming events at Cotuit Center for the Arts. Stay up to date with the latest performances, exhibitions, and workshops curated for art enthusiasts.

Taj Mahal Releases New Live Recording Of Classic 'Lovin' In My Baby's Eyes'


The track, which was originally released on the critically acclaimed album Phantom Blues, features vocals from Taj and GRAMMY nominated guitarist and vocalist Trey Hensley who breathe new life into this classic country soul Taj fan favorite. The song also became a runaway streaming hit, with millions of streams across platforms for Taj.

Greta Van Fleet Announce Royal Albert Hall Concert in July


Greta Van Fleet will play a special performance at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall in London on July 14th. This momentous occasion marks a significant milestone in the band's journey and will etch their name among legends Eric Clapton, Jimi Hendrix, The Rolling Stones, Chuck Berry, The Who, Shirley Bassey and many more.

Carole King Joins Glen Campbell For 'There's No Me Without You'


Check out the new release 'There's No Me Without You (with Carole King)' from the Glen Campbell Duets - Ghost on the Canvas Sessions. Talents that can be heard on this project include Dolly Parton, Elton John, Sting, Hope Sandoval, Linda Perry, X, Dave Stewart (Eurythmics), Billy Corgan (Smashing Pumpkins), Chris Issak, and more.

Review: Boyz II Men Swoon The Audience at Foxwoods Resort Casino


Over the weekend, Boyz II Men took the stage at the Premier Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut and captured the crowd with their romantic hits and more. 

Cool Is Forever LLC Launches 'Fast Start' Marketing Initiative


Former Sony Distribution and Label President Bob Morelli launches a one-month crash course for developing artists, offering strategic sales and marketing services. The program includes sales/marketing planning, social media best practices, advertising plans, distribution options, industry connections, and more.

Melissa Errico to Release New Album 'SONDHEIM IN THE CITY' Alongside Birdland Residency This Month


Melissa Errico will release a new Sondheim album, 'Sondheim in the City,' on February 16. She will also offer a 10-performance residency at Birdland Jazz Feb 14-18, titled “A Manhattan Valentine”. Learn more about the album and residency here!

Amanda Gorman & Jan Vogler To Be Featured In An Evening Of Poetry And Bach At Carnegie Hall


Amanda Gorman & Jan Vogler at Carnegie Hall - An Evening of Poetry and Bach. Experience a captivating performance that combines the power of poetry with the beauty of classical music.

JP Saxe Drops New Live Album In Midst Of 50+ Date World Tour


The 8-song collection features new arrangements of fan-favorite tracks from Saxe's new album with special guests including Cory Henry, Tal Wilkenfeld (singer, songwriter, bassist and guitarist who has performed with artists including Jeff Beck, Prince, Incubus, Eric Clapton, Herbie Hancock, and Mick Jagger), Ryan Lerman and more.

Video: Vince Freeman Releases 'Blame Myself' Live Performance Video


Performing at the likes of the F1 at Silverstone, horse-racing at Ascot, the FA Cup Final, receiving a platinum disc (for a collaboration with Lost Frequencies), 5 European Top 10s, sharing stages with Eric Clapton, Paul Weller, Jocelyn Brown, and Jamie Woon, and has a thank you on Ed Sheeran's album, Freeman has had big success. Watch the video!

'Mötley Crüe: The End �" Live in Los Angeles 4K' Set for Release in April 5


Mötley Crüe: The End – Live In Los Angeles fully captures the energy and emotion of the evening on December 31, 2015 when legendary rock icons Mötley Crüe completed their 35-year touring career as a band with a spectacular final concert, “The End” at Staples Center in their hometown of Los Angeles, CA.

Il Divo Concert to Premiere on PBS in February


IL DIVO XX, LIVE FROM TAIPEI is produced by Castle Entertainment, Terry Shand and Geoff Kempin and directed by Jeremy Azis and Eugene O'Connor. Delivering timeless pop classics and traditional standards, Il Divo raises the bar, reinforcing their status as performers and vocal powerhouses.

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