Eric Clapton

Paul McCartney and Eric Clapton Perform 'While My Guitar Gently Weeps'

• The live recording of "While My Guitar Gently Weeps," featuring Eric Clapton at the Concert for George in January 2002, occurs during a significant pe... Read Full Description >

  The live recording of "While My Guitar Gently Weeps," featuring Eric Clapton at the Concert for George in January 2002, occurs during a significant period in Clapton's career. Prior to this performance, Clapton had released the album "Reptile" in 2001, which showcased his blend of blues and rock influences. The Concert for George was a tribute to George Harrison, further highlighting Clapton's close ties to the former Beatle; he was a close friend and collaborator throughout Harrison's life. This performance is notable not only for its emotional weight, as it commemorates Harrison, but also for Clapton's poignant guitar work, which exemplifies his virtuosic talent and deep connection to the music of his peers. After this concert, Clapton continued to evolve his musical style, blending classic rock with blues, while maintaining his reputation as one of the foremost guitarists in the world.