Eric Clapton is at the point in his career where he can play whatever songs he wants with whomever he wants, and he can call the album whatever he pleases. Case in point: his next album is a ...

Even before diving into the actual music, one gets a sense of endearing playfulness from the album artwork of Old Sock, Eric Clapton’s 20th studio album. Centered on a simplistic, white background is ...

Clapton's guitar wizardry is understated but elegant here, especially on the lilting "Angel" and the muscular "Gotta Get Over," one of the intimate set's two originals. This "Old Sock" wears well.

Eric Clapton, Old Sock. Eric Clapton has a wounded heart, and has since he first started playing guitar professionally over 50 years ago. He has used an intimate relationship with the instrument ...