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“I used to do crazy things that people would bail me out of, and I'm just grateful that I survived. But the music got very lost; I didn't know where I was going, and I didn't really care. I was more into just having a good time, and I think it showed.”

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Eric Clapton

Eric Clapton, a British guitarist, singer, and songwriter, is hailed as the God of Guitar. Born on March 30, 1945, Clapton's musical career began in the 1960s, blending elements of blues, rock, and country music, which has had a profound impact on musicians of subsequent generations. more

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