Japanese special edition of this classic original album re-released on CD and packaged in a 12 x 12 inch album sized LP replica sleeve with all the original artwork and tracks. Universal. 2005.
Slowhand,Eric Clapton,Universal/Polydor,Rock,Rock/Pop
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Slowhand
Eric Clapton Manufacturer: Polydor / Umgd ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000002G8H Release Date: 1996-09-10 |
Tracks:
- Cocaine
- Wonderful Tonight
- Lay Down Sally
- Next Time You See Her
- We're All The Way
- The Core
- May You Never
- Mean Old Frisco
- Peaches And Diesel
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Clapton had already established himself as a guitar legend by the time he released Slowhand. His heroin habit long behind him, Clapton's songwriting mastery was fully evident on the album, particularly in the stunning ballad "Wonderful Tonight." It fully actualized all of the potential hinted at in his earlier "Promises," and Clapton trusted himself enough to slow things down. Some of his most expressive guitar work can be found throughout this album, not just within "Wonderful." Ironically enough, Slowhand is probably best known for the hit "Cocaine." Built upon a simple repeated riff, the song had Clapton's trademark smooth voice with its wear around the edges, and yet another stellar guitar solo. Flashy runs and licks were never the most integral part of Clapton's catalog, his blues background being the primary source for his sound. Slowhand, with its phrasings, both guitar and vocal, established Clapton as the possessor of one of the most extensive vocabularies in rock. --Steve GdulaCustomer Reviews:
Give a big hand for slow hand.......2007-02-17
The album starts with Cocaine. I never get tired of listening to cocaine -the best song on this album - great tunes, amazing vocals. wonderful tonight is my next favourite - the classic Hit that you will occasionally hear in soap operas. If you are on the romantically inclined side, you will love this love song. "Lay down sally" is another big hit song and I dont have to say more. "Next time you see her" is one of those repetitive catch-line songs that you cannot get enough out of and you find yourself singing the line over and over again when you are at work.
You have to have an acquired taste to enjoy "We're all the way". "The core" - Eric comes out with his strong guitar skills on this one. Its simply awesome. It also has very nice vocals of Marcy Levy. "May you never" and "Mean old frisco" are good songs if you are in the right mood - listening to good songs mood! "Peaches and diesel" is a Rich guitar/ drums instumental piece which at first sounds like "wonderful tonight" but its really not and it just sounds wonderful.
I have been listening to the vinyl format of this album but I recently switched to CD. I do have to confess that I like listening to vinyl because I think certain albums sound much better on vinyl but thats just me. vinyl or CD, there is a reason why Eric clapton is nicknamed "slowhand". Dont take my word for it. listen to the album and you will find out that I was right afterall!
The definition of "mediocre".......2006-07-16
If you want good Clapton, get Fresh Cream, Disraeli Gears, Wheels of Fire, Layla, Blind Faith, 461 Ocean Blvd., Unplugged or the B.B. King duets album. Steer away from this one!
Wherein We See That 461 OB was no fluke, and that EC will endure.......2006-04-18
In the 60s the Slowhand nickname was ironic, like calling a fat guy "Slim." But by the time of this record's release, Clapton had indeed become a slow hand on guitar-- not that he lost his edge, but he learned how to be just as poignant on his instrument, without having to turn all the way up or play super-fast. Here, unlike say his Cream stuff, Clapton shows how less can be more.
JJ Cale's "Cocaine" is a solid riff rocker that finds an insistent, repetitive groove, and provides a platform for some of Clapton's most explosive playing on the record. "Lay Down Sally" is probably the purest distillation of the vibe of this album, with its breezy feel, gently chugging guitars, and airy vocals. Indeed in the mid-70s one of Clapton's biggest areas of growth was in becoming a singer, adding the voice of his singing to the voice of his guitar as a signature of his recorded work. His singing voice suited to-- and indeed probably helped facilitate-- the more molasses approach the records began to take, and it all comes together in the radio-friendly bounce of this song.
"Wonderful Tonight" was nice when they played it at your wedding. At the time SLowhand came out, it seemed too mellow for Clapton, too poppy. But now it has become part of his "old stuff," and endures. And the simple guitar figure that he plays on the intro and in the verse, and off which he solos, says everything it needs to without one wasted note.
"The Core" may well be, as another writes here, the best tune on the album. Less well known because it was too long to be a single, but it combines the harder rock edge with the groove of "Cocaine," and features Marcy Levy (who went on to becme part of the vocal duo Shakespeare's Sister) to good effect.
"Mean Old Frisco" is a slow blues that shows Clapton is still a bluesman at heart, and "Next Time You See Her" is an easy-listening kissing cousin to "Lay Down Sally."
Back before CDs, I always had a cassette with this record on one side, and 461 Ocean Boulevard on the other, and I'd make sure to take it with me on a spring drive or a day at the beach. Highly recommended for such settings.
very slow.....and...boring!.......2006-02-25
Live -The Rainbow Concert
There's one in every Crowd
Money and Cigarettes
Behind the Sun
Journeyman
live-24 nights
Pilgrim
Rush
One more car, one more rider.
layla
Clapton's best work .......2006-02-06
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Slowhand
Eric Clapton Manufacturer: Polydor / Umgd ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00064X3BI Release Date: 2004-11-09 |
Tracks:
- Cocaine
- Wonderful Tonight
- Lay Down Sally
- Next Time You See Her
- We're All the Way
- Core
- May You Never
- Mean Old Frisco
- Peaches and Diesel
Customer Reviews:
Eric Clapton's Best Album.......2007-03-16
However, my personal favorite is Track 6: "The Core". Clapton's mastery of the guitar, musical composition, and vocals really shine in this almost 9 min long beauty. The interlude extended solo sounds like something you'd hear live - not on an album cut. Enjoy!
Slowhand SACD Review.......2005-07-22
Slowhand has always been my favourite Clapton album over the years. Classic Clapton originals like Lay Down Sally and Wonderful Tonight define his style and songwriting capabilities and singing. His voice has an aching and tender reach on the ballads, and yet bluesy growl on the fast tracks.
From 461 and Slowhand, Clapton began to rely less on his guitar prowess on albums, but move towards stronger songwriting and singing to establish his albums, and Slowhand is the best example of it. And yet, his taste for covers cannot be faulted either.
Dusting off JJ Cale's Cocaine and William's We're With YOu All the Way shows how he can choose the right material to augment his own songs, until they blend into a seamless piece of excellent work.
Ending the album with an instrumental ballad that recalls the piano coda to Layla, Slowhand remains his best and most focused work over the years. And throw in a great guitar jam in the epic Core, you get a Clapton masterwork that is as timeless now as it was commercially and critically successful during its original release almost 30 years ago.
Listening to the 5.1 mix by the original producer, Glyn Johns did a superb work. Although some has commented the mix sounds muddy, its actually not and its true to its original sound. Its natural and spatial mix and creative surround mixing by Johns gives this classic a new dimension that was not there before.
The electric solos now sound more alive and kicking and even the tender fender licks that kick off Wonderful Tonight sounds so much there and enveloping. Its the drums that has a tendency to sound muddled underneath and the strong bass levels that gives the muddy impression. BUt '70s recordings tend to be presented in such fashion and listening it over again, the surround mix is just perfect and natural. Compared to the bright but not as creative surround mix of 461, this is far superior in the end.
A compulsory purchase and listening for every Clapton fan.
A good surround recording, but not spectacular........2005-05-25
Give EC A Hand.......2005-05-06
SACD review.......2004-11-23
I do not have the original CD or vinyl version of the album, so I cannot make a comparison to the sound quality between the two, but I can say that the surround mix done by Glyn Johns (also the producer of the original) is outstanding and very creative.
The best example comes from 'The Core,' where the surround channels contain the back beat, creating a cool point/counterpoint between the front and rears that really adds to the listening experience.
Other highlights are the atmospheric keyboards in 'Wonderful Tonight' and others. Just an overall great effort.
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Slowhand
Eric Clapton Manufacturer: Mobile Fidelity ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000000IRY Release Date: 1991-10-15 |
Tracks:
- Cocaine
- Wonderful Tonight
- Lay Down Sally
- Next Time You See Her
- We're All the Way
- Core
- May You Never
- Mean Old Frisco
- Peaches and Diesel
Amazon.com essential recording
Clapton had already established himself as a guitar legend by the time he released Slowhand. His heroin habit long behind him, Clapton's songwriting mastery was fully evident on the album, particularly in the stunning ballad "Wonderful Tonight." It fully actualized all of the potential hinted at in his earlier "Promises," and Clapton trusted himself enough to slow things down. Some of his most expressive guitar work can be found throughout this album, not just within "Wonderful." Ironically enough, Slowhand is probably best known for the hit "Cocaine." Built upon a simple repeated riff, the song had Clapton's trademark smooth voice with its wear around the edges, and yet another stellar guitar solo. Flashy runs and licks were never the most integral part of Clapton's catalog, his blues background being the primary source for his sound. Slowhand, with its phrasings, both guitar and vocal, established Clapton as the possessor of one of the most extensive vocabularies in rock. --Steve GdulaCustomer Reviews:
Give a big hand for slow hand.......2007-02-17
The album starts with Cocaine. I never get tired of listening to cocaine -the best song on this album - great tunes, amazing vocals. wonderful tonight is my next favourite - the classic Hit that you will occasionally hear in soap operas. If you are on the romantically inclined side, you will love this love song. "Lay down sally" is another big hit song and I dont have to say more. "Next time you see her" is one of those repetitive catch-line songs that you cannot get enough out of and you find yourself singing the line over and over again when you are at work.
You have to have an acquired taste to enjoy "We're all the way". "The core" - Eric comes out with his strong guitar skills on this one. Its simply awesome. It also has very nice vocals of Marcy Levy. "May you never" and "Mean old frisco" are good songs if you are in the right mood - listening to good songs mood! "Peaches and diesel" is a Rich guitar/ drums instumental piece which at first sounds like "wonderful tonight" but its really not and it just sounds wonderful.
I have been listening to the vinyl format of this album but I recently switched to CD. I do have to confess that I like listening to vinyl because I think certain albums sound much better on vinyl but thats just me. vinyl or CD, there is a reason why Eric clapton is nicknamed "slowhand". Dont take my word for it. listen to the album and you will find out that I was right afterall!
The definition of "mediocre".......2006-07-16
If you want good Clapton, get Fresh Cream, Disraeli Gears, Wheels of Fire, Layla, Blind Faith, 461 Ocean Blvd., Unplugged or the B.B. King duets album. Steer away from this one!
Wherein We See That 461 OB was no fluke, and that EC will endure.......2006-04-18
In the 60s the Slowhand nickname was ironic, like calling a fat guy "Slim." But by the time of this record's release, Clapton had indeed become a slow hand on guitar-- not that he lost his edge, but he learned how to be just as poignant on his instrument, without having to turn all the way up or play super-fast. Here, unlike say his Cream stuff, Clapton shows how less can be more.
JJ Cale's "Cocaine" is a solid riff rocker that finds an insistent, repetitive groove, and provides a platform for some of Clapton's most explosive playing on the record. "Lay Down Sally" is probably the purest distillation of the vibe of this album, with its breezy feel, gently chugging guitars, and airy vocals. Indeed in the mid-70s one of Clapton's biggest areas of growth was in becoming a singer, adding the voice of his singing to the voice of his guitar as a signature of his recorded work. His singing voice suited to-- and indeed probably helped facilitate-- the more molasses approach the records began to take, and it all comes together in the radio-friendly bounce of this song.
"Wonderful Tonight" was nice when they played it at your wedding. At the time SLowhand came out, it seemed too mellow for Clapton, too poppy. But now it has become part of his "old stuff," and endures. And the simple guitar figure that he plays on the intro and in the verse, and off which he solos, says everything it needs to without one wasted note.
"The Core" may well be, as another writes here, the best tune on the album. Less well known because it was too long to be a single, but it combines the harder rock edge with the groove of "Cocaine," and features Marcy Levy (who went on to becme part of the vocal duo Shakespeare's Sister) to good effect.
"Mean Old Frisco" is a slow blues that shows Clapton is still a bluesman at heart, and "Next Time You See Her" is an easy-listening kissing cousin to "Lay Down Sally."
Back before CDs, I always had a cassette with this record on one side, and 461 Ocean Boulevard on the other, and I'd make sure to take it with me on a spring drive or a day at the beach. Highly recommended for such settings.
very slow.....and...boring!.......2006-02-25
Live -The Rainbow Concert
There's one in every Crowd
Money and Cigarettes
Behind the Sun
Journeyman
live-24 nights
Pilgrim
Rush
One more car, one more rider.
layla
Clapton's best work .......2006-02-06
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Slowhand
Eric Clapton Manufacturer: Universal Japan ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00005R0VD Release Date: 2007-05-07 |
Tracks:
- Cocaine
- Wonderful Tonight
- Lay Down Sally
- Next Time You See Her
- We're All the Way
- Core
- May You Never
- Mean Old Frisco
- Peaches and Diesel
Album Description
Japanese remastered reissue of 1977 album, packaged in a limited edition miniature LP sleeve.Album Details
Digitally Remastered Japanese Limited Edition in an LP-STYLE Slipcase.
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Temporary Stay
Pat Wictor Manufacturer: RiskyDisc Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00075JY96 Release Date: 2003-03-23 |
Tracks:
- Ghost Radio
- The Dolphins
- Walk With the Spirits
- Still Point
- Send You Off in Style
- Fireflies
- Gentle Arms of Eden
- Time of Troubles
- Fallen Angel
- Gathering Flowers for the Master's Bouquet
Album Description
With that old guitar, Pat blends a range of rootsy influences to creat a distinctive voice of his own. From Dave Carter and Bruce Cockburn he draws a sense of adventure and and a fondness for symbolic and spiritual imagery. From Kelly Joe Phelps, the unusual lap-style slide guitar, which is featured throughout the CD.Songs like "Still Point," with its weary soldier wandering home along dusty roads, "Walk With the Spirits," a cautionary tale of vengeance, and "Send You Off In Style," a back-porch party for the departed, all resonate with the memories of ru5ral American music. Yet the songs also speak directly to our doubt and ambivalence, and capture some of the mood of our times.
Pat's slide guitar versions of Fred Neil's "The Dolphins, Dave Carter's "Gentle Arms of Eden," and The Stanley Brothers' "Gathering Flowers for the Master's Bouquet" are standout tracks on the CD, and show Pat to be an imaginative and skilled interpreter and arranger who can reveal fresh meanings in a good song.
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Slowhand
ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000F6YPKA Release Date: 2006-06-27 |
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Slowhand
Eric Clapton Manufacturer: RSO ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B00006BGXG Release Date: 2002-09-02 |
Tracks:
- Cocaine
- Wonderful Tonight
- Lay Down Sally
- Next Time You See Her
- We're All the Way
- Core
- May You Never
- Mean Old Frisco
- Peaches and Diesel
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461 Ocean Boulevard/Slowhand
Eric Clapton Manufacturer: Msi Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000025D10 Release Date: 2002-07-18 |
Tracks:
- Cocaine
- Wonderful Tonight
- Lay Down Sally
- Next Time You See Her
- We're All The Way
- The Core
- May You Never
- Mean Old Frisco
- Peaches And Diesel
Tracks:
- Motherless Children
- Give Me Strength
- Willie And The Hand Jive
- Get Ready
- I Shot The Sheriff
- I Can't Hold Out
- Please Be With Me
- Let It Grow
- Steady Rollin' Man
- Mainline Florida
Album Details
This Box Set Includes Two Individual CD Albums Each in It's Own Jewelcase and Packed in a Colorful Cardboard Slipcase featuring the CD Artwork on the Front Cover.
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Slowhand
Eric Clapton Manufacturer: Pid ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000005KG1 Release Date: 1998-03-31 |
Tracks:
- Cocaine
- Wonderful Tonight
- Lay Down Sally
- Next Time You See Her
- We're All The Way
- The Core
- May You Never
- Mean Old Frisco
- Peaches And Diesel
Album Description
1998 digitally remastered Japanese reissue of his 1977 albumin a gatefold mini LP sleeve. 'Slowhand' reached #2 in theU.S. & features several classics: the #3 smash 'Lay DownSally', the top 20 hit 'Wonderful Tonight', his memorablecover of J.J. Cale's 'Co
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Mister Slowhand-the Master
ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000JJ4V0W Release Date: 2006-10-24 |
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