Long-time fans and new listeners sporting Eric Clapton t shirts honour the artist also known as Slowhand for many reasons, but for the most part, it is because this English rock musician is revered as one of the most relevant and powerful guitarists of all time. For years he had played with different rock bands, and eventually ventured on as a solo artist, but what has not changed is how his skills on playing the guitar influenced others and left a great impression on all his fans.
He began his professional career with the bluesy group The Yardbirds in 1963, and then the Bluesbreakers in 1965. In 1966, he formed the supergroup Cream, and then created the band Blind Faith in 1969, while touring with Delaney and Bonnie and Friends. He put together Derek and the Dominoes in 1970, before officially deciding to start a solo career in 1973.
Amidst his great success in the various phases of his career, he was also faced with many troubles in his public and private life. For years he struggled with his addiction to drugs and alcohol, which threatened to put an end to his musical career, as well as his life. Another issue that he encountered were criticisms for the comments that he made during a concert in 1976 where, while intoxicated, he pronounced that he was against immigration in Britain. Eric worked hard to recover from these dark points of his life to start clean and have a truly successful career in music.
At present, he has been given several awards and recognition; among other things, he has received 17 Grammy awards, and he has been awarded a CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire) for his services to music. He is also the only person to become an inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame three times: as a band member of Cream and The Yardbirds, and as a solo artist. Until now, his albums, as well as merchandise like Eric Clapton shirts and posters are still highly in demand.
To any fan sporting an Eric Clapton t shirt, Erics matchless skill changed music and became an inspiration not just to his avid listeners, but also to various music artists. He is the embodiment of one who, after being beaten down, was able to pick himself up in order to become one of the most outstanding performers in rock music history.
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