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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 actualised 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 catalogue, 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 Gdula
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Breadmanwalking
TOP 500 REVIEWER
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
The reviews regarding Slowhand are all ancient. The slate should be
clean as it was released only....today! December 18th. I got a great
deal on this set. I'm a happy customer. Thanks Amazon.....The deluxe
set is a real groove and it costs a few....but it may well be collector
material. The price might drop, time will tell. The first song, "Cocaine"
sets the mood, if you get the joke, before heading into "Wonderful Tonight"...
The single disc remaster is a real good price. I bought 2 copies! I think
I'll return with a late, sonics UPDATE.....The sound is absolute....they
got it right. This product, whether you buy the single disc or the "production"
you are getting the best this has ever sounded. On first listen, I'm a believer.
December 25th 2012.....BE CAREFUL when pulling out the discs and booklet.
They are not independent of the slipcase. They are all attached. Pull out
gently and open like the pages of a book.....swing them from right to left.
clean as it was released only....today! December 18th. I got a great
deal on this set. I'm a happy customer. Thanks Amazon.....The deluxe
set is a real groove and it costs a few....but it may well be collector
material. The price might drop, time will tell. The first song, "Cocaine"
sets the mood, if you get the joke, before heading into "Wonderful Tonight"...
The single disc remaster is a real good price. I bought 2 copies! I think
I'll return with a late, sonics UPDATE.....The sound is absolute....they
got it right. This product, whether you buy the single disc or the "production"
you are getting the best this has ever sounded. On first listen, I'm a believer.
December 25th 2012.....BE CAREFUL when pulling out the discs and booklet.
They are not independent of the slipcase. They are all attached. Pull out
gently and open like the pages of a book.....swing them from right to left.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Jinkyu
Format:Audio CD
Eric Clapton always could handle the softer touch, but had not shown it as frequently on one album as he did on "Slowhand." He is well-supported in this endeavor by Yvonne Elliman's vocals. "Wonderful Tonight" and the beautiful instrumental "Peaches and Diesel" are trademarks of this recording, which also contains "Next Time You See Her" and "May You Never." My favorite, recognizable by many but not because of the title, is "The Core." Eric and Marcy Levy combine their vocals in a very pretty song with a steady guitar-driven beat.
The most prominent songs are the excellent cover version of "Cocaine," which became a minor anthem of the late '70s, and "Lay Down Sally," with a guitar riff similar to that on "The Core" but a less dramatic while catchier chorus.
"Slowhand" is one of Clapton's better moments, a very pleasant interlude that should be enjoyable by everyone.
By Roger Pilon
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Je suis un grand fan d'Éric Claprton, en fait je collectionne tout ce que je peux trouver sur lui.
Ce coffret est très bien fait et très complet. Tout fan de Clapton devrait l'avoir.
Ce coffret est très bien fait et très complet. Tout fan de Clapton devrait l'avoir.
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Not fully up to expectations
Initial play of the surround sound version let me very disappointed, the hi-res stereo version was much more satisfying. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Ronald Scherer
3.0 out of 5 stars
3 outta 5
Not one of my favourite EC efforts but the live show is good.
I was they had have gone to this trouble for 461 instead. Read more
I was they had have gone to this trouble for 461 instead. Read more
Published 3 months ago by F. Christopher Bennett
4.0 out of 5 stars
Probably one of my 3 favourite EC albums
This is one of the few albums from EC where the majority of the album at one point or another was features in a live set somewhere. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Gis A. Bun
3.0 out of 5 stars
Great content, but poor packaging
This is a great set for any Eric Clapton fan - Slowhand is one of "the" albums, and the quality of content on the CDs and DVD is high - not to mention that it comes with the newly... Read more
Published 4 months ago by TrueReview
5.0 out of 5 stars
Slowhand 35th Anniversary (2 CD Deluxe)
Very good to hear this again years later. Love EC, and ove the music; but unfortunately I received 2 of these, instead of just one.I'll be refunding one.
Published 4 months ago by ann louise
5.0 out of 5 stars
Slowhand
Love Eric Clapton and all of his musik. A very good compilation. Have been a Clapton fan for years and stiil enjoy the musik
Published 4 months ago by Herb Matis
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantasic Box Set!!!!
Wonderful re-release!!!! Heavy vinyl print of LP plus disc w/ unreleased tracks. Clear concert with great energy in 2 discs. Good booklet & program reprints. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Lyle Skrapek
4.0 out of 5 stars
Slowhand: 35 Anniversayy
It is a great boxset. At the price I bought 5 and will give them away as gifts. I bought these when Amazon had a one day sale on the boxsets. Read more
Published 5 months ago by R. Q. Metz
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good stuff
Clapton always impresses, this one is no exception to that. I would buy again. Many songs bring back old time memories.
Published 11 months ago by West Islander
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wow
This is one of the best SACD recordings I have. Compared to a CD layer, it has an unbelievable dynamic range and stunning details. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Dr. Snorkelstein
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