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Eric Clapton, Steve Winwood Launch Tour In Birmingham, England. Set List Features Surprises and Blind Faith Favorites.
18 May 10
Eric Clapton’s and Steve Winwood’s 2010 European Tour got underway on 18 May in Birmingham, England. The concert, at the LG Arena, included some of the duo’s best-loved songs from their days in Blind Faith ("Had To Cry Today," "Presence Of The Lord," "Can’t Find My Way Home") and some outright surprises like "The Shape I’m In" and "Midland Maniac". Long-time Where’s Eric! contributor Nadja T. checked in shortly after the show ended. Calling the show phenomenal, she added, While "Double Trouble" and "Little Wing" were missed, the change in the set list was suprising and refreshing. The absolute highlight was "Voodoo Chile". Also fantastic were "After Midnight," "Glad," "The Shape I’m In," "Forever Man" and the complete acoustic set. It was a nice touch that the band stayed on stage during "Georgia" and "Drifting".
On stage Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood were band members Chris Stainton (keyboards), Steve Gadd (drums), Willie Weeks (bass), Sharon White (backing vocals) and Michelle John (backing vocals).
The band and crew now head south to London for two concerts at Wembley Arena on 20 and 21 May. The 16-date tour, which will stop in 7 countries, wraps on 13 June. In June, Eric Clapton will host his third Crossroads Guitar Festival and play a small number of solo dates in America. Winwood will be on the road in the U.S. and Canada in the summer with Carlos Santana.
Eric Clapton & Steve Winwood 18 May 2010 Set List / LG Arena, Birmingham
01. Had To Cry Today
02. Low Down
03. After Midnight / Presence Of The Lord
04. Shape I’m In
05. Glad / Well Alright
06. Tuff Luck
07. Pearly Queen
08. Forever Man
09. Midland Maniac
10. Going Down
11. Georgia (Eric on electric with solo break)
12. Drifting Blues (Eric on acoustic, Steve also played on this number)
13. How Long (acoustic)
14. Layla (acoustic)
15. Can’t Find My Way Home (acoustic)
16. Split Decision
17. Voodoo Chile
18. Cocaine
Encore:
19. Dear Mr. Fantasy
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