Eric Clapton Announces ‘Crossroads Guitar Festival 2023’ Album

Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival 2023: A Live Album and Film Release

On November 29, a four-CD and two-Blu-ray set documenting Eric Clapton’s 2023 Crossroads Guitar Festival will be available. The seventh edition of the festival was held on September 23 and 24 at the sold-out Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, featuring performances from renowned guitarists and musicians.

The Festival Lineup

The 2023 Crossroads Guitar Festival saw performances from Joe Bonamassa, Sheryl Crow, H.E.R., Los Lobos, John Mayer, Santana, and many others. The event marked the first time it was held in four years, and profits from the shows benefited the Crossroads Centre Antigua, a treatment and education facility for chemically dependent persons founded by Eric Clapton in 1998.

What’s on the Album?

The upcoming live album and film, "Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival 2023," will be available in six-LP vinyl, two-DVD, and digital editions. The album features over 50 tracks, spread across four discs, showcasing Clapton’s collaborations with various artists. Some highlights include:

• Clapton’s solo turns, covering the Band’s "It Makes No Difference" and Bob Marley’s "I Shot the Sheriff"
• A finale performance of "Crossroads" with Stevie Wonder
• Collaborations with Roger McGuinn and the Wallflowers on the Byrds’ "Eight Miles High" and Buffalo Springfield’s "Bluebird"
• A performance of "Habits" by Gary Clark Jr.

Track Listing

Here is the track listing for the album:

CD 1

1. GROOVY GODDESS – Sonny Landreth
2. EVERY NIGHT IS SATURDAY NIGHT – James Bullard
3. GIVE YOUR LOVE TO SOMEONE ELSE – Judith Hill with Eric Gales
4. HABITS – Gary Clark Jr.
5. 1952 VINCENT BLACK LIGHTNING – The Del McCoury Band, Sierra Hull, Jerry Douglas & Bradley Walker
6. WALK ON BOY – Sierra Hull
7. TODAY I STARTED LOVING YOU AGAIN – Bradley Walker
8. ALWAYS ON MY MIND – Bradley Walker & Eric Clapton
9. FALL LIKE RAIN – The Del McCoury Band with Eric Clapton
10. SMOKESTACK LIGHTNING – Eric Gales, Samantha Fish & Christone "Kingfish" Ingram
11. LAYLA – Eric Gales, Samantha Fish & Christone "Kingfish" Ingram
12. PUT THAT BACK – Eric Gales, Samantha Fish & Christone "Kingfish" Ingram
13. GOING DOWN – Samantha Fish & Christone "Kingfish" Ingram

CD 2

1. SIDEWAYS – Citizen Cope
2. I PUT A SPELL ON YOU – Samantha Fish with Eric Gales & Christone "Kingfish" Ingram
3. BREAKING UP SOMEBODY’S HOME – Joe Bonamassa
4. AIN’T NOBODY’S BUSINESS BUT MY OWN – Taj Mahal
5. EARLY IN THE MORNING – Taj Mahal
6. TEXAS FLOOD – Jimmie Vaughan with Gary Clark Jr.
7. SWEET HOME CHICAGO – Jimmie Vaughan
8. REDEMPTION DAY – Sheryl Crow
9. THE WAITING – The Wallflowers
10. TURN! TURN! TURN! – Roger McGuinn with The Wallflowers
11. EIGHT MILES HIGH – Roger McGuinn with Eric Clapton & The Wallflowers
12. BLUEBIRD – Stephen Stills with Eric Clapton & The Wallflowers
13. GIMME ALL YOUR LOVIN’ – ZZ Top

CD 3

1. FÜR ELISE/FOXY LADY – Robert Randolph with Eric Gales & Joe Bonamassa
2. SON’S GONNA RISE – Citizen Cope with Robert Randolph
3. KOKOPELLI – Kurt Rosenwinkel
4. IF THE RIVER WAS WHISKEY (DIVIN’ DUCK BLUES) – Keb’ Mo’ with Taj Mahal
5. MEMORIES OF MOTHER AND DAD – Molly Tuttle & Sierra Hull
6. INTRO – Marcus King
7. IT’S TOO LATE – Marcus King
8. HONKY TONK HELL – Marcus King
9. LANDSLIDE – Marcus King with Little Bird
10. RICE PUDDING – Marcus King
11. VALENTINA – Daniel Santiago & Pedro Martins
12. HOW COULD WE KNOW – Daniel Santiago & Pedro Martins with Judith Hill
13. CARRIED AWAY – H.E.R.
14. BEST PART – H.E.R.
15. HOLD ON – H.E.R. with John Mayer & Kenny Wilson
16. ARE YOU GONNA GO MY WAY – H.E.R.
17. SALT CREEK – Molly Tuttle & Sierra Hull

CD 4

1. THE HEALING – Gary Clark Jr.
2. OUR LOVE – Gary Clark Jr.
3. DON’T WORRY BABY – Los Lobos
4. THE STORM – Eric Gales
5. MY FAVORITE MISTAKE – Sheryl Crow with John Mayer
6. THE LAST OF US – Gustavo Santaolallad
7. JINGO – Santana
8. A LOVE SUPREME – Santana with John McLaughlin
9. IT MAKES NO DIFFERENCE – Eric Clapton
10. I SHOT THE SHERIFF – Eric Clapton
11. CROSSROADS – Eric Clapton with Stevie Wonder

Conclusion

"Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival 2023" is a testament to the power of music and the importance of community. The album features an incredible lineup of talented musicians, all coming together to celebrate the art of guitar playing and the healing power of music. With over 50 tracks spread across four discs, this album is a must-have for any music lover.

FAQs

Q: When will the album be released?
A: The album will be released on November 29.

Q: What formats will the album be available in?
A: The album will be available in six-LP vinyl, two-DVD, and digital editions.

Q: Who is featured on the album?
A: The album features performances from Eric Clapton, Joe Bonamassa, Sheryl Crow, H.E.R., Los Lobos, John Mayer, Santana, and many others.

Q: What is the Crossroads Centre Antigua?
A: The Crossroads Centre Antigua is a treatment and education facility for chemically dependent persons founded by Eric Clapton in 1998.

Q: What is the purpose of the Crossroads Guitar Festival?
A: The purpose of the Crossroads Guitar Festival is to raise funds for the Crossroads Centre Antigua and to celebrate the art of guitar playing.