"After Midnight" marked Clapton's debut as a solo artist, a surprising move given his prominent role in Cream at the time. The song showcased a more relaxed, R&B-influenced sound distinct from Cream's heavier blues-rock.
- The single was released on November 1, 1966, on Mercury Studios.
- It was Clapton's first release outside of his work with The Yardbirds, John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers, and Cream.
- The song was recorded during the period Clapton was actively recording and performing with Cream.
Eric Clapton is a multiple Grammy-winning English guitarist and songwriter, a blues-rock pioneer known for his searing guitar solos and innovative playing. In 1966, Clapton was a member of the supergroup Cream, a band that would redefine blues-rock.
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