I was lucky enough to be able to attend one of (if not the first) Cream concerts in southern California in 1970 or shortly thereafter at the Forum in Inglewood. As was the custom of the times, my group of six came prepared. I don't remember what the combination of drugs was but let's just say we were in an enhanced state of anticipation. There was no other way to describe it other than to say that we were stunned and amazed, thrilled and other words fail me. When the concert was over, everybody filed out, in a state of amazement. We had seen a performance that redefined any existing previous definitions of rock-and roll. It wasn't simply that Clapton had extended the concept of a rock concert, he simply came up with something new. In many ways, it was beyond easy definition. When classical music fans talk about the greatest artists such as Bach and Beethoven, it intrigues me that in our time we have seen an equivalent. Different but equally new and simultaneously absolutely classical.
It's already written that today will be one to remember The feeling's the same as being outside of the law Had to cry today Well, I saw your sign and I missed you there I'm taking the chance to see the wind in your eyes while I listen You say you can't reach me but you want every word to be free Had to cry today Well, I saw your sign and I missed you there And I missed you there Had to cry today
@305bigdad yeah it was pretty far out there as far as society as a whole was concerned. and what about Jimi Hendrix's Electric Ladyland original cover? people really pushed their limits back then.
We thought we were so smart and cutting-edge. Kind of embarrassing to think about how everybody in the seventies was so clueless, not the least of whom was yours truly.
What happened was that the label released the album without thinking much about it. When it started turning up in teenagers' collections, their parents finally caught on accidentally and complained to the local Blockbuster, so there was a backlash. Because the U.S. was by far the biggest market in those days, the chain stores decided to back off after they had a couple of calls from the "Justice Department." The original album covers are collectors' items these days and sell for thousands.
@@raiderlee69lee48 Original composition by Clapton & Winwood. There was a lot of speculation in the early 70s as to who actually was the lead writer on the song. In those days neither player claimed credit. Some attorney somewhere must know.
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I come back to this and it STILL kills every time! OUTSTANDING!!!
Two dear old friends who near the end started grinning, because they know they just f'ing KILLED it. 🙂
And that , kids , is how it’s done.
i love when they look at each other knowing what they have done or doing and smile
Stevies voice is above anyone’s ! Amazing still after all the years
even better than once...
I get chills when I listen to them together
It's easy to forget that Steve Winwood is also a guitar god until you see him pick one up and hold his own onstage with Clapton!
I was lucky enough to be able to attend one of (if not the first) Cream concerts in southern California in 1970 or shortly thereafter at the Forum in Inglewood. As was the custom of the times, my group of six came prepared. I don't remember what the combination of drugs was but let's just say we were in an enhanced state of anticipation. There was no other way to describe it other than to say that we were stunned and amazed, thrilled and other words fail me. When the concert was over, everybody filed out, in a state of amazement. We had seen a performance that redefined any existing previous definitions of rock-and roll. It wasn't simply that Clapton had extended the concept of a rock concert, he simply came up with something new. In many ways, it was beyond easy definition. When classical music fans talk about the greatest artists such as Bach and Beethoven, it intrigues me that in our time we have seen an equivalent. Different but equally new and simultaneously absolutely classical.
Are you sure it was Cream you saw? They broke up in ‘68
Jesus this is amazing!!!!!
Wonderful rendition by purely talented iconic Rock Legends
Ladies and gentlemen Clapton and Winwood have arrived 🎉🎉🎉
Damn that is awesome
Steve's vocals have matured over the last 50 plus years
agree...👍
I just keep hoping that mine will as well. Still hoping...
Love that you have a guy as talented as Trucks as your rhythm player and he never plays a lead or uses a slide… just laying it down!
Not only talented but a big fan of Clapton just thrilled to have this opportunity.
That Bass player is awesome.
winwood and clapton, and band, does it get any better
No!!
Wow!!! 😮
The elder statesman.......wailing away.....
Imagine starting your career as a rock guitarist these days and knowing that no matter how good you may become....
It's already written that today will be one to remember
The feeling's the same as being outside of the law
Had to cry today
Well, I saw your sign and I missed you there
I'm taking the chance to see the wind in your eyes while I listen
You say you can't reach me but you want every word to be free
Had to cry today
Well, I saw your sign and I missed you there
And I missed you there
Had to cry today
If you listen closely he replaced sign with face and word with sin.
awesome tune and guitarists
just wow....
Wow!
See Stevie is still careful about invading the Clapton carpet!
the fantastic drummer is Ian Thomas
dude is rocking' out!!!!
There are two drummers give them both credit!!!!
I wondered what his name was! Thank you 🎉
Formazione da urlo e Stevie💥
I like the album version better but hey this is the shiznit
beautiful from Eric and Steve, but it's sure not Blind Faith :( Ginger can never be replaced, and Ric Grech was a subtle genius.
Y'all realize they have Derek Freaking Trucks playing slide guitar??
And Mr. Trucks is brilliant in his own way. The old saying is that the cream always rises to the top. Speaking of Cream...
I love this so much
I'm just wondering does anyone know why there's a rug on the stage? I've noticed beore that Eric has a rug when he's playing.
No idea but some musicians have certain quirks and I don't mean to suggest that it's any of the principals.
@305bigdad yeah it was pretty far out there as far as society as a whole was concerned. and what about Jimi Hendrix's Electric Ladyland original cover? people really pushed their limits back then.
We thought we were so smart and cutting-edge. Kind of embarrassing to think about how everybody in the seventies was so clueless, not the least of whom was yours truly.
Does anyone remember the cover of the Blind Faith album this song was on? How did they get away with that in those days?
305bigdad different culture in Britain
The original was photographed in
Clapton's house in Surrey
The later cover is perverse
Best of ??? My best guess
What happened was that the label released the album without thinking much about it. When it started turning up in teenagers' collections, their parents finally caught on accidentally and complained to the local Blockbuster, so there was a backlash. Because the U.S. was by far the biggest market in those days, the chain stores decided to back off after they had a couple of calls from the "Justice Department." The original album covers are collectors' items these days and sell for thousands.
Who is the drummer?
The drummers are Ian Thomas and Steve Jordan. Two of my favourites!
Was this crossroads?
NO!
@@Bandaid17 what is it from then?
You are correct. I thought you meant the song not the venue lol.
Stevie the best voice
@@raiderlee69lee48 Original composition by Clapton & Winwood. There was a lot of speculation in the early 70s as to who actually was the lead writer on the song. In those days neither player claimed credit. Some attorney somewhere must know.
Shouldn't Windwood"s name have c 1st on this tune ??
Cum 1st
Both Clapton and Winwood are listed as originators of this song. Who took the lead is questionable but it was a joint collaboration.
two drummers and they can't even get the proper groove...ughh