Clapton's 1977 album 'Slowhand' featured a more relaxed, song-oriented approach, yielding two of his most enduring hits. The album arrived after a period of recovery from addiction and found Clapton in fine form as a songwriter and guitarist.
- The album was named after a nickname given to Clapton by fellow musician Georgie Fame, referring to his slow, deliberate guitar solos.
- 'Slowhand' reached number 2 on the Billboard 200 chart and was certified double platinum by the RIAA.
- The album's singles, "Lay Down Sally" and "Wonderful Tonight," became major hits for Clapton.
Eric Clapton is a British guitarist and singer-songwriter who has been a prominent figure in rock music since the 1960s. In 1977, he was a successful solo artist with a career marked by blues-infused rock.
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