Customize your notifications for tour dates near your hometown, birthday wishes, or special discounts in our online store! This album features neither. It contains a pitch mistake on the track Promises on side B. I certainly appreciate some things about Eric Clapton's songs as they're presented here. DISC 1. Editors’ Notes Clapton’s legacy as a guitar hero was secured as early as 1966, but it was his '70s output that confirmed his place in the hall of rock 'n' roll’s greatest figures. They were all finely produced so sound good as they're on and he was clearly underrated in his vocal versatility - his voice is chameleon-like, rarely exactly the same on any two songs, especially on "Layla" where he sounds powerhouse, almost like Steven Tyler a couple of years before he debuted. He preferred to fill his albums with cover songs because, as he says today, he was unwilling to reveal himself beyond what could be determined from the music and his guitar playing. RSD 5010; Vinyl 12"). Jokes are fine, but don't post tactless/inappropriate ones. To rate, slide your finger across the stars from left to right. As usual with compilations for artists with large back catalogues, questionable song selection. Although I prefer Derek and the Dominoes any day over solo Clapton, the songs here are great! Clapton hired Cale’s compatriots (Carl Radle, Dick Sims, Jim Oldaker), covered his songs (“After Midnight,” “Cocaine”), and did everything he could to promote Cale’s distinctive blueprint into one of the most beloved and recognizable songforms in all of rock. THE BEST OF ERIC CLAPTON/TIMEPIECES Eric Clapton Format: Audio CD. Why is this version being sold for so much money? Nevertheless, the compilation still provides a good introduction for neophyte Clapton fans, especially those who just want copies of his '70s hits. 4.7 out of 5 stars 165 ratings. 20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collection: The Best of Eric Clapton, The Tasteful Palette of Seventies Rock, 1959 - 2016. “Layla,” of course, marked a pinnacle of guitar bacchanalia, but the most defining element of this collection is J.J. Cale's influence. Complete your Eric Clapton collection. [1], In 1982, Eric Clapton left RSO and Polydor to form his own label, Duck Records, with distribution through Warner Bros. With the loss of the artist, the two Time Pieces albums were compiled and released.[2]. It's been a good long time since I listened to this one and I still find it somewhat of a curiosity. Release Date: 1982. It's covers-heavy but "Lay Down Sally" and "Wonderful Tonight" are also inspired originals (my personal preference not worshiping the latter aside). [1], In 1982, Eric Clapton left RSO and Polydor to form his own label, Duck Records, with distribution through Warner Bros. With the loss of the artist, the two Time Pieces albums were compiled and released.[2]. And frankly unless you're a hardcore fan this is all you'll need. Whether people want to admit it or not, there are two Eric Claptons………..Clapton the guitarist, and Clapton the Singer/Songwriter. Login or Register to post comments. In 1982, Eric Clapton left RSO and Polydor to form his own label, Duck Records, with distribution through Warner Bros. With the loss of the artist, the two Time Pieces albums were compiled and released. By submitting my information, I agree to receive personalized updates and marketing messages about Eric Clapton, based on my information, interests, activities, website visits and device data and in accordance with the. Otherwise it's a perfect chronicle of all Slowhand's greatest songs from the 70s. Mine is a RX-1-3099? True to its title, Timepieces encapsulates the period from 1970 to 1978, when Clapton was—to put it very simply—in the zone. Not because the songs included are bad, but because even in 1982, Clapton had much more than ten blockbusters. Most of his albums are full of weak songs with just a few standout cuts, making him a perfect candidate for a Greatest Hits disc. He is the only three-time inductee to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame: once as a solo artist and separately as a member of The Yardbirds and of Cream.Clapton has been referred to as one of the most important and influential guitarists of all time. Find album reviews, stream songs, credits and award information for Time Pieces: The Best of Eric Clapton - Eric Clapton on AllMusic - 1982 - Time Pieces is a good single-disc collection of… Das CD-Album "Time Pieces - The Best Of Eric Clapton" von Eric Clapton (1982) - Alle Infos, Songs und mehr Be respectful! Which version had a bar code on the back. Lay Down Sally . Knockin' On Heaven's Door. In many ways this is the perfect Clapton album to own. THIS COMPILATION ℗ 1982 UNIVERSAL INTERNATIONAL MUSIC B.V. The following year a second volume, Time Pieces Vol.II Live in the Seventies, was released by the label. Oktober 1999 unter den Labels Duck und Reprise Records.Auf dem Album sind die bis dahin unveröffentlichten Songs Blue Eyes Blue und (I) Get Lost enthalten.