Eric Clapton gives a live performance of ''Crossroads'' from the 2010 Crossroads concert at Toyota Park in Bridgeview, Illinois. Thumbnail Pic: Kevin Mazur/Getty
a lot of people say Clapton was washed out and doesn't deserve his spot on the top 3 but his ability to stay relevant throughout the generations, and his unmistakable ability to improvise is unmatched when considering that it is never out of place, never an accidental moment of silence it is always fitting right in where it needs to and that's what makes him so great.
I disagree, he is not in the top 3, he is the top 1 for sure, I've never seen any guitarist improvise with such freedom and feeling, the only one that in my opinion could be compared to this level is Gary Moore, who said that there are many good guitarists, but Eric Clapton transcended!
I used to think EC was irrelevant when I was a kid learning guitar. The more I’ve learnt about music and guitar playing, the more relevant and better he gets. I’ve finally learnt enough to appreciate his music.
Eric Clapton is the shit, have always love his guitar playing, especially when he plays the Blues, he will always be my hero in life and his guitar playing too....Eric love you man, keep rocking it.
@@jellyrollmorton2051 Of course. Do you remember WLAC Nashville? They had two incredible programs... Ernie's Record Mart and Randy's Record Parade, in succession, five nights per week. They sold mail order Blues records. 78's. I was a kid at Castle Heights Military Academy in Lebanon, 30 miles east. We would often turn the volume down very low on our AM radios after Lights Out and listen to both.. Great times...
Fab White - Yes, he does seem to use middle position for most of the song, only moving to bridge pickup right at the end of the song. I didn't notice that first time. It's great when someone replies to my comment because I come back to this video and hear Clapton's beautiful tone again, and it always inspires me!
I went down to the crossroads, Fell down on my knees. I went down to the crossroads, Fell down on my knees. Asked the Lord above for mercy, "Save me if you please." I went down to the crossroads, Tried to flag a ride. I went down to the crossroads, Tried to flag a ride. Nobody seemed to know me, Everybody passed me by. I'm going down to Rosedale, Take my rider by my side. I'm going down to Rosedale, Take my rider by my side. You can still barrelhouse, baby, On the riverside. You can run, you can run, Tell my friend-boy Willie Brown. You can run, you can run, Tell my friend-boy Willie Brown. And I'm standing at the crossroads, Believe I'm sinking down.
No matter the generation, this tune speaks to you, and make you want to give it forward to anyone, cause it makes you more..Ageless rock what makes you move like no one is watching…
I've been listening to Eric since I was 20. No one. Plays guitar like Eric Clapton. And that raspy blues voice ❣️ I keep hoping to make Eric's Crossroads Festival!
@@cathywalker906 hi Cathy thank you so much. I love going to watch him. He has done a few 2 hour gigs and I love them. Sit and watch him on you tube all the time. The sound on the tv is amazing. I hope you will get to see him in concert sometime. I have lots of faith in him. 😘♥️
I started playing when I was 14. I'll be 66 on the 25th. Clapton, the Kings, almond brothers, and the list goes on.... All of those wonderful blues musicians that have influenced my playing over the years. Thank all of You so very much.lol My very first concert ever I was 14. B.B. King. I went into the concert as a youngster wanting to be a rock n roll guitarist. I came out of that concert a totally changed young man. Funny, now everything that I play comes out kind of bluesy.
I love the way Clapton rearranges many of his older classics and never seems to play what the audience expects! There's always an argument about who's the best rock guitarist; I don't know who's the all time best but Eric Clapton certainly makes my top 5 list!
He just keeps getting better with each passing year. I can not believe how many years I have listened to Clapton and it always puts me in a good mood jamming out to his music as loud as I dare crank my speakers!
Hello 👋 Peggy. How are you doing? Hope you are fine. I'm Mark Clifford and am from Denver Colorado, where are you from? You seem like a real country girl
This is a typical stellar performance (& maybe my favorite song), by Clapton that, after a couple drinks, makes me think...."I got this"....I grab my guitar & try to " play like Eric", then I go back to my sales & expense reports....defeated.
At least you have a go mate. We use to play this in pubs and it didn't usually go down that well but you always had at least one fella looking at you and giving you wink as if to say I'm with you boys
This song is fantastic, it is the pure soul of the Blues, essential in any fan collection! It could be from the year 1940, 1970, 2000 or 2150 ... it remains incredible and absurdly sensational! Clapton is a legend! The more time passes, the better it plays!
@@carterjayhovland9575 I think that is pure folklore. Clapton didn't join the the 27 club. Johnson was a black man in the south. Sadly he died so very young. As many did. He went down to the crossroads and never came back.
Wow I'm only 15 but this guy is my inspiration as I am learning guitar myself. Clapton just nails it every time. Love him so much x Carry on inspiring m8
It's brilliant how music brings people together.. different backgrounds, cultures. There are no social barriers in music, it's just about feeling. Such a beautiful thing!
This version is blowing my mind!! His axe is sounding fab,his singing better than ever. LEGEND HERE!!!! We are lucky to have you Eric .🔮🌹🌹🌹🌹👑😇🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥your playing is FIRE!!!!!!
I was blessed to see this artist elite perform live at the Odeon Theater in Hammersmith, London in the early eighties and regard it as the best I've seen. Would love to see him again.
Eric Clapton I've learned a lot from him and his style of good blues and thank you for showing me not to give up no matter how hard it gets again thank you Mr Clapton
On my A list all the time. I went to see him every time he came to town, to the old Coliseum. One summer in a packed house, we sweated through a performance and it was the best ever.
+Ryan Hall Agree. EC has been playing the same solo live on stage for just about every song (consisting of the same trills and double stops) for 25+ years, however this one was actually different, melodic and a little more in keeping with the actual song!
i understand youre point. you can be right. lets think for a drummer to play very very very easy with the point that you have much skills. at a concert like this. you can't hit anything because it don't sounds by this number. i will see youre beaver head when you are playing with this how would you looks like? see that i am wrong
I have listen to Eric do this song many times I have heard every version over the years I have been lucky to have seen him live many times this is the very best going all the back to the Albert Hall with Jack and Ginger his vocals and the guitar solos is flawless PERFECTION AT HIS BEST!
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Clapton, every solo is different, even from the same song. Master of improvisation.
a lot of people say Clapton was washed out and doesn't deserve his spot on the top 3 but his ability to stay relevant throughout the generations, and his unmistakable ability to improvise is unmatched when considering that it is never out of place, never an accidental moment of silence it is always fitting right in where it needs to and that's what makes him so great.
Totally agree.
Forever in the pocket with playing and tone.
Never heard anyone say that Clapton was washed out!!! My all time favourite musician
@@daveardron4197 DEFINITELY not washed out..ever..
I disagree, he is not in the top 3, he is the top 1 for sure, I've never seen any guitarist improvise with such freedom and feeling, the only one that in my opinion could be compared to this level is Gary Moore, who said that there are many good guitarists, but Eric Clapton transcended!
I used to think EC was irrelevant when I was a kid learning guitar. The more I’ve learnt about music and guitar playing, the more relevant and better he gets. I’ve finally learnt enough to appreciate his music.
Bass player is underappreciated, this guy holds and grooves like there's no tommorow.
Yes he do. So thight on ALL clips. So is Steve Gadd on the drums,
Anybody know who that is? It's not Nathan East. Some nice playing by Chris Stainton too.
@@jagtone Willie Weeks
true
NO WAY IN HELL this man was EVER washed up! One of the greatest ever!!
I think his voice is getting better as he ages! Sounds great.
+Pablo Horteg Agreed!!!
Yeah! but it has always been good. right?
Age has given him a more bluesier, soulful voice.
Check it out me version of LAYLA (Clapton) on my channel. Let me know you like it. Thanks
Pablo Horteg
My late husband's favorite song. It holds a special place in my heart❤.
Who doesn't love Eric Clapton but am I the only one who sees and hears his band and the beautiful ladies voices? OMG, these ladies are amazing.
Love those back up singers
No you are not, we have ears
They are cute too. Anyone know their names?
Those backup singers are fantastic,too!
I found them a little annoying, everyone has different tastes I guess.
They are cute too. Anyone know their names?
One of the best version of "Crossroads". I like the tempo....
What a master of Universe...
You should definitely listen to John Mayer's version, cool one
Totally!
The tempo is more like the original by Robert Johnson. I like it too.
Best version is the original
I have a million things to do but I keep listening/watching Clapton instead...
This is one of the best way of spending Time🎶👍
life’s too short to not watch clapton every day
@@SubmarineZues Yes, indeed!!
Wait can’t you just listen while you’re doing your tasks?
At least your priorities are in order!
Eric Clapton is the shit, have always love his guitar playing, especially when he plays the Blues, he will always be my hero in life and his guitar playing too....Eric love you man, keep rocking it.
I thought calling someone shit was derogatory?
@@QuantumLeap89 no sir
@@harbonip So if I call you a piece of shit that's ok?
@@harbonip mmok
@@QuantumLeap89 It is...its disgusting.
You've listened to this song like million times but I was just so addicted to this version
What a groove, my foot couldn't have tapped any harder.. the MAN!!!
Clapton could play guitar in his sleep. He is one with his guitar. His voice is clear as a bell. He's the greatest. A legend.
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Clapton with Chris Stainton on keys - and Steve Gadd on drums - this is an all-star band !!
Has to have Nathan East on bass though
Willie weeks is great though
What about Nathan East?? He is the legend of bass guitar.
The other keyboard player is Walt Richmond. Top class.
Seems Stainton never gets enough mention.
Can also add Doyle ll for another guitar.
Probably one of the most immaculate blues performances ever.
This song always inspires me to get up and do something good with the time that I have on earth. Mr. Clapton, you’re a living legend.
How about those Ladies!!
Love the backing vocals.
jstumple Right?! How awesome were they?!
Two woman.
Sound like ten.
...it is no accident that they sing in the background!... :)
jstumple d
they are both great and there are in many Clapton performances.
Lovin' the backing vocals, those girls can sing!!!
Indeed they can .
Anyone know those girls name??
They are cute too. Anyone know their names?
Happy 76th Birthday to one of my all time guitar heroes
Such a good cover.
rip Robert Johnson
Must be difficult without a soul
Terrible cover. RIP Robert Johnson.
@@jellyrollmorton2051 Grew up in the 50's South. I remember them all. I was truly blessed.
@@fredmoore8661 Remember what? The old blues musicians? They will always be the best.
@@jellyrollmorton2051 Of course. Do you remember WLAC Nashville? They had two incredible programs... Ernie's Record Mart and Randy's Record Parade, in succession, five nights per week. They sold mail order Blues records. 78's.
I was a kid at Castle Heights Military Academy in Lebanon, 30 miles east. We would often turn the volume down very low on our AM radios after Lights Out and listen to both.. Great times...
That tone! The notes are so meaty, even on the bridge pickup. I love it!
That's his signature Twinolux and his vintage noiseless pickups doing there job!
that too
XD
Did he do this to get a thicker sound? I personally loved when he played his gibsons with cream with those warm humbuckers
Fab White - Yes, he does seem to use middle position for most of the song, only moving to bridge pickup right at the end of the song. I didn't notice that first time. It's great when someone replies to my comment because I come back to this video and hear Clapton's beautiful tone again, and it always inspires me!
That’s middle. He mostly uses the neck PU.
"Are you sick of the sound of the electric guitar yet?"
"No!"
"And if it rains, do you care?"
"No!"
Eric Clapton :
THIS MAN IS A LIVING LEGEND
Hands down finest performance of this song in human history! Upbeat, tempo, "Vibe", simply Outstanding 💥💥💥
I went down to the crossroads,
Fell down on my knees.
I went down to the crossroads,
Fell down on my knees.
Asked the Lord above for mercy,
"Save me if you please."
I went down to the crossroads, Tried to flag a ride.
I went down to the crossroads,
Tried to flag a ride.
Nobody seemed to know me,
Everybody passed me by.
I'm going down to Rosedale,
Take my rider by my side.
I'm going down to Rosedale,
Take my rider by my side.
You can still barrelhouse, baby,
On the riverside.
You can run, you can run,
Tell my friend-boy Willie Brown.
You can run, you can run,
Tell my friend-boy Willie Brown.
And I'm standing at the crossroads,
Believe I'm sinking down.
No matter the generation, this tune speaks to you, and make you want to give it forward to anyone, cause it makes you more..Ageless rock what makes you move like no one is watching…
I've been listening to Eric since I was 20. No one. Plays guitar like Eric Clapton. And that raspy blues voice ❣️ I keep hoping to make Eric's Crossroads Festival!
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@@brendahawkins3965 id go see him... Great rip! Tell him to keep on truckin😁
@@brendahawkins3965 I subscribed to Josh and commented.. Check it out! 😁
@@cathywalker906 hi Cathy thank you so much. I love going to watch him. He has done a few 2 hour gigs and I love them. Sit and watch him on you tube all the time. The sound on the tv is amazing. I hope you will get to see him in concert sometime. I have lots of faith in him. 😘♥️
Was Blessed to see Eric in concert in late 80s and early 90s!
An amazing elevated experience!
The reason Clapton is so good is he actually lived the blues 😎
I started playing when I was 14. I'll be 66 on the 25th. Clapton, the Kings, almond brothers, and the list goes on.... All of those wonderful blues musicians that have influenced my playing over the years. Thank all of You so very much.lol My very first concert ever I was 14. B.B. King. I went into the concert as a youngster wanting to be a rock n roll guitarist. I came out of that concert a totally changed young man. Funny, now everything that I play comes out kind of bluesy.
I love the way Clapton rearranges many of his older classics and never seems to play what the audience expects! There's always an argument about who's the best rock guitarist; I don't know who's the all time best but Eric Clapton certainly makes my top 5 list!
What a fantastic guitar player, incredible
Nice and SOLID bass work, lovin' it.
He just keeps getting better with each passing year. I can not believe how many years I have listened to Clapton and it always puts me in a good mood jamming out to his music as loud as I dare crank my speakers!
Hello 👋 Peggy. How are you doing? Hope you are fine. I'm Mark Clifford and am from Denver Colorado, where are you from? You seem like a real country girl
This is a typical stellar performance (& maybe my favorite song), by Clapton that, after a couple drinks, makes me think...."I got this"....I grab my guitar & try to " play like Eric", then I go back to my sales & expense reports....defeated.
lol
At least you have a go mate. We use to play this in pubs and it didn't usually go down that well but you always had at least one fella looking at you and giving you wink as if to say I'm with you boys
Fuck me I’m in the offense right now working jamming out to this and I saw ur comment u bastard
Just do some pentatonic to begin with
Learn it.
The backing singers are brilliant.
They are cute too. Anyone know their names?
This song is fantastic, it is the pure soul of the Blues, essential in any fan collection! It could be from the year 1940, 1970, 2000 or 2150 ... it remains incredible and absurdly sensational! Clapton is a legend! The more time passes, the better it plays!
It is from the 1930s - Robert Johnson
Sold his soul to the devil for the skill. Charter member of the 27-and-out club.
@@carterjayhovland9575 legend or true? lol
Love your comment.
@@carterjayhovland9575 I think that is pure folklore. Clapton didn't join the the 27 club. Johnson was a black man in the south. Sadly he died so very young. As many did. He went down to the crossroads and never came back.
Wow I'm only 15 but this guy is my inspiration as I am learning guitar myself. Clapton just nails it every time. Love him so much x Carry on inspiring m8
Alllll same
how is it going?
keep playing darling
That keyboard/organ combo solo is just fantastic
It's brilliant how music brings people together.. different backgrounds, cultures. There are no social barriers in music, it's just about feeling. Such a beautiful thing!
The backing band here is absolutely sooo good, but Eric just shines like never before too,man he sure can play
Living legend! It's such a cool song to jam around with.
I can't get enough of this song NEVER.
so good! love that guitar too!
Not bad for a bunch of old geezers.....rock n roll will never die.!!!
Not bad??
Bro I hope you are being sarcastic cause these guys developed 'real' music
My brother gave me this song on a Cream album when I was about ten. OMGosh...... been hooked on REAL music ever since!!
I always love to play like Clapton, he had an amazing style .
All time favorite song! This always puts me in a good mood. Rock On 🤘
im in love with the looks and sound of his strat
He reinvented this tune and it is brilliant.
Was a great show, end to end... OD'd on the blues that day! Great memories!
The finest performance I have witnessed by musicians....thank you Mr. Clapton, I enjoy this video on a regular basis.
Eric rocks! I've heard him do this in at least a dozen different styles; love 'em all.
Just totally awesome guitar playing from EC. Wonderful.
i dig this piece up 4 or 5 times a week .... just awesome
Incredible performance!!
I smiled through this :-) this was great!
4 years later still love this great music!
This is a kick ass version of crossroads to play along to. Thanks for posting it!
I love this version. the tempo is spot on!
been listening to your consistency in music-making & clean guitarmanship all these 40 years. More power to you EC !
Just great... such talent !! THANKS !!!!
Fantastic. Love the background singers!!
Damn he is so good it is a special moment in time you can enjoy over and over again. From here Im going over to a tribute to George.
This version is blowing my mind!! His axe is sounding fab,his singing better than ever. LEGEND HERE!!!!
We are lucky to have you Eric .🔮🌹🌹🌹🌹👑😇🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥your playing is FIRE!!!!!!
I love watching the finger work. Eric Clapton.....he is a pure legend.
Now that’s some awesomeness one and all. Great performance. Thanks
Steve Gadd on drums and Willie Weeks on bass , possibly the best rhythm section that Eric has had . Awesome combination !
please don`t forget Baker and Bruce eg Crossroads from Best of Cream
Looks like Nathan East on bass.
That is not Nathan East ......he is sponsored by Yamaha , not Fender !
timeless music
Absolutely fantastic! The audience was really into it!
Love the video clip....been follower of Clapton for a longtime!!
I was blessed to see this artist elite perform live at the Odeon Theater in Hammersmith, London in the early eighties and regard it as the best I've seen. Would love to see him again.
Music is like great art - some love it and others just don't get it.
I second that - brother!
Larry Hansen So well said my friend!!
Absolutely!
Music saves me
Gage M yes i would some art i like some art i dont understand
So clean and effortless. True guitar god.
never tire of Clapton our his tunes!
Eric Clapton I've learned a lot from him and his style of good blues and thank you for showing me not to give up no matter how hard it gets again thank you Mr Clapton
Keep going we need you.
Claptons solo gave me chills
While we all love Eric, love those "back-up" vocalists. They are so sweet.
World class collection of talent. Enjoyed watching the bass player really working it.
What can I say, Musicians are my Hero's. Judaism is my way of life, but music is my religion.
E C my favourite guitar 🎸 player, great stuff
He truly is THE~ Man! God bless Eric Clapton!
He sounds so awesome. What a voice!
One of the best songs played by one of the best
damn this song sends chills down my spine...
Beautiful live performance 👌❤️
epic just epic ... love the man and his music..
Gosh I love Claptons voice. Equally if not more than his guitar playing.
Hot damn it don't get much better than this!
+bibby42 : No doubt!
+bibby42
Then listen to the original from Live From Filmore. ;)
+Nevigo damn right. That will ALWAYS be the definitive version. Always.
Nevigo Define "original" lol.
actually it gets haha just listen to the cream live album from 68, the second part of wheels of fire ahaha
Jizzes, these musicians are......well i can't find the right word, just amazing!!!
On my A list all the time. I went to see him every time he came to town, to the old Coliseum. One summer in a packed house, we sweated through a performance and it was the best ever.
Man! EC is in rare form here! That solo at the end is so tasty! And what a band too! Steve Gadd on drums! This was badass!
+Ryan Hall Agree. EC has been playing the same solo live on stage for just about every song (consisting of the same trills and double stops) for 25+ years, however this one was actually different, melodic and a little more in keeping with the actual song!
Thanks Ryan. He's my favorite drummer.He goes way back, playing with some of the heaviest jazz musicians in the world.
Chris Stainton on keyboard and Willie Weeks on bass guitar.
Steve Gadd IS ALWAYS bang on the money. Clapton is beyond. Bassplayer was rock solid.
i understand youre point. you can be right. lets think for a drummer to play very very very easy with the point that you have much skills. at a concert like this. you can't hit anything because it don't sounds by this number. i will see youre beaver head when you are playing with this how would you looks like? see that i am wrong
Thank you, I was wondering who the drummer was.
Wow...got goosebumps. Awesome.
This is so great! Thanks for posting this wonderful music.
Está genial en esta canción! Qué bueno es Eric Clapton!
I used to be into heavy metal then I watch the movie Crossroads and I'm a Blues Man
As we all do 🤗
A LOT of styles /genre comes out of blues 🤘
A real music lover seeks/find the road back to the roots eventually
🙂😍
// Sweden
I have this Crossroads on DVD from 2010 its 10 years old now and I still think is the best Version of This song
Winterland '68 would like to have a word...
I have listen to Eric do this song many times I have heard every version over the years I have been lucky to have seen him live many times this is the very best going all the back to the Albert Hall with Jack and Ginger his vocals and the guitar solos is flawless PERFECTION AT HIS BEST!