Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Eric Clapton

Role / Field:

English rock and blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter, highly influential in rock music.

Born:

1945-03-30

Century / Era:

1945s Historical Era

Database Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0

Origins & Early Journey

Innovation & Iconic Era

Legacy & Impact

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