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52 out of 100

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4.3 out of 10

Mixed or average reviews- based on 19 Ratings

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  • Summary: The guitarist's first album of original material in four years includes collaborations with John Mayer, Steve Winwood and Billy Preston.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 10
  3. Negative: 2 out of 10
  1. Los Angeles Times
    75
    Clapton's vocals here extend the feeling of renewed energy and direction he revealed on the Robert Johnson album, exhibiting gospel fervor and silky soulfulness throughout. [4 Sep 2005]
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  2. Mojo
    60
    Clapton's playing is still fluid. [Oct 2005, p.98]
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  3. Uncut
    30
    A dozen songs of unremitting blandness by a man with absolutely nothing left to say. [Oct 2005, p.96]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 14
  3. Negative: 9 out of 14
  1. Sadie
    10
    I love it. His voice just keeps getting better. Love the guitar too. Songs are heartfelt, personal and joyful. I do care and am pleased that he chose to share this personal family album, in music and pictures, with us. His wife and children are beautiful. Bravo, Eric!… Expand
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  2. Rev.Rikard
    5
    It is only natural to become more reserved with age. However, when this condition afflicts a blues guitartist of Clapton's caliber we are left a album lacking passion. Clapton has described himself as a journeyman, honing his skills as a guitarist over the years. Something is awry when the closing years of the journey lack heat and passion. The skill of slowhand is as good as ever; but on this album he is playing with his fingers at the expense of his heart.… Expand
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  3. Frankie4Fingers
    3
    Bought it knowing that he's been on the decline for years. Listened to first couple tracks. Baby noises as music? How precious. Tossed it in the trash.… Expand
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