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Eric Clapton – Backless (VG+/VG+) – LP, AU 1978
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Backless is an LP by Eric Clapton from 1978 released on the RSO label.
About this album
Backless finds Eric Clapton leaning into an easygoing late-’70s blend of blues rock, country and pop, with a warmer, less restless feel than his earlier solo work. Released in 1978, the album includes ‘Promises’, ‘Tulsa Time’ and ‘Watch Out for Lucy’, songs that helped define this more relaxed phase of his career. Its appeal lies in the balance between Clapton’s guitar tone, his conversational vocal style and a strong set of melodic hooks, giving the record a smooth professionalism without losing the feel of a working band. As part of his run of successful 1970s albums, Backless remains an accessible snapshot of Clapton’s mainstream peak.
Genre: Pop & Rock
Review
AllMusic rating:AllMusic users:Artist: Eric ClaptonLabel: RSO – 2394 213Format: LP, AlbumUnits: 1Country: AustraliaReleased: 1978Genre: Pop & RockStyle: Blues Rock, Classic RockA1 Walk Out In The Rain
A2 Watch Out For Lucy
A3 I'Ll Make Love To You Anytime
A4 Roll It
A5 Tell Me That You Love Me
B1 If I Don'T Be There By Morning
B2 Early In The Morning
B3 Promises
B4 Golden Ring
B5 Tulsa Time