Vocal Coach reacts to Eric Clapton - Layla (Live)

[@danielwebb8402]

I love how this is almost 2 different songs the original and the unplugged version. Like them both, but such different energy and atmospheres

[@jribolla]

This is yet a different version- similar to the “canonical” unplugged version but with distinct differences.

[@juanprime8827]

We all started listening to Eric Clapton as a guitarist in our youth. We follow him for his unique and innovative style. We realized in a short time that he was also an excellent singer and songwriter.

[@timplumey-fl5xn]

Eric Clapton is the King of improvisation; you will never hear him play a song the same twice. I hope that one day you will react to what I believe is his greatest unplugged song "If I Could Change the World.

[@kubaberry5178]

Eric is one of those artists who basically never performs a song the same way twice, there are so many variations of Layla hes done over the years, and it makes for a great show when you go and see him because you dont know exactly what youre going to get

[@georgesheffield1580]

Knofler is another one, many top musicians can and do the same ( for many years )

[@ugglebo1198]

Clapton is such a legend. Still on the very top of his game after all this time.

[@BethRoars]

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[@Emanukgames]

i love you

[@angelabordack]

Subbed to the new one ❤

[@prodesignguatemala4578]

You should hear Gaby moreno

[@angelabordack]

@@prodesignguatemala4578 I’ll listen to her. Give me some suggestions, if you would be so kind! I love new music!

[@prodesignguatemala4578]

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[@garymaidman625]

This version is almost country/jazz. It's so different to the Derek and the Dominos version, both are so great.

[@wimmelstein]

So interesting that he was so content to just play solid backing guitar while the keyboard players did their solos. It speaks of his wisdom and humility, aquired over the years. Lovely reaction, Beth.

[@spaulagain]

His voice is still incredible and smooth. He's aged extremely well

[@chrissneyd9278]

Love this and the electric versions. Eric has been going since the mid sixties. His guitar work is always on point and his has continued developing.

[@kenaustinardenol1338]

I was brought up with the rock version and years later heard this fantastic acoustic one, blew my mind. And yes, I sing along, who doesn't? 🙂

[@WhizzingFish12]

Clapton is, and always has been, someone completely committed to the music. He is a reluctant superstar and always incredibly self-effacing and gracious to work with. He happily pushes other musicians forward into the limelight and makes them better. The musicians with whom he has played is a literal Who's Who" of rock music. Off the top of my head: The Beatles, George Harrison, Ron Wood, John Mayall, Jack Bruce, Keith Relf, Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, Delany & Bonnie, Joe Cocker, Ginger Baker, Steve Winwood, The Band, Albert Lee, BB King, Duane Allman, Jim Gordon, Bobby Whitlock, Carl Radle, Mark Knopfler, Phil Collins, Bob Dylan, Rita Coolidge, Pete Townshend, Chris Stainton, Duck Dunn, Johnny Cash, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Robert Cray, Albert King, Muddy Waters, JJ Cale... The list is endless. He's the only 3x inductee into the R&R HOF for a reason.

[@prathameshbhambure]

I'm not a trained singer or guitar player and everything I've learned about the two things is from Eric Clapton and The Beatles. Eric's been my guru all this while. I loved your take on this. You were real sweet.

[@michaelpond6386]

EC is the consummate blues man, unplugged he is a “songster” an storytelling virtuoso. Plugged in he’s a monster both as a player but also a rocker when required.

[@gac914]

My wife & I saw him many years ago at the United Center in Chicago. I'm a guitarist and a drummer, and have followed him since he first came on the scene in the mid-1960's, through John Mayall, the Yardbirds, Cream, etc. There were 30,000-plus people there that night, yet the show was "intimate." No pyrotechnics, no running around the stage, just him and his excellent band mates playing this AWESOME music, with a humble "thank you" from him at the end of each song. His talent and history with the blues is amazing. One of the finest concerts and musicians I ever had the honor to see!

[@ВежливаяМатрёшка]

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[@r1p2m32]

I'm younger, and heard his record (Tokyo, I think, don't have it) first time in the 80's in Europe. There was not ever a slighest doubt... Your description is -- my pure instant reaction.

[@stephenreiner1523]

A true master of a gentleman that has ttanscending through the generations, leaving a lasting legacy of a truly acclaimed musician. From the Yardbirds, Cream and his solo career, that will forever leave an indelible impression on multigeneration of fans, thst were fortunate enough to know a musical genius who will forever stand the test of time.

[@mikebunner3498]

The master prying his trade. This man is legend. His guitar skill is off of the charts. One of the few artists to be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame three (3) times. Another 3 timer is Stevie Nicks. My first rock & roll crush. I love the woman! This version of Layla is so smooth and gentle. My great niece is named Layla. She is still a baby. Eric has lived a full life. I am amzed he is still alive. But boy howdy he is still good. Love your channel.

[@1972LittleC]

Personally I wouldn't make such a big deal of the R&RHOF, because it's just a shady organization who's members aren't clear and purely focused on their own taste. If you look at when some bands were introduced, or still snubbed, you can see that it doesn't have any rational way of selecting the acts that get introduced. That said, They couldn't have passed on Clapton, although Jan Akkerman has trumped him as best guitarist for many of decade.

[@mythoceanas8874]

I always remember that the story this song was inspired by is about a man who falls so deeply in love with Layla, it drives him insane and he isn’t able to be with her. Clayton’s Layla was Pattie Boyd, at the time of the Dereck and the Dominos recording.

[@johnhmaloney]

Great reaction and analysis, as always. I started playing guitar because of Clapton and nearly 40 years later, I'm still chasing that understated melodicism. In my own way, of course. Incidentally, I never knew that this song was based on an ancient Arabian story. I'd always heard that it was inspired by his feelings for Pattie Boyd, George Harrison's wife at the time, who Clapton later married. I just researched it and turns out that it's both. Now, I finally understand the title of the song.

[@katherinehoffmeister2972]

If you read his autobiography, you’ll learn that Layla is indeed primarily inspired by Pattie. Perhaps musicality speaking inspired by Arabia. However, the emotion and the message is to Pattie. This version is a much different tone, like the original voice has long been healed. I can hear the growth and acceptance here in this version.

[@katherinehoffmeister2972]

If Clapton has inspired you in life, please do yourself a solid and read his book. Very nice enlightening, well written. Very raw.

[@lumina1104]

Curiously enough, it was written after Clapton collaborated with the Beatles to record the lead guitar track for While My Guitar Gently Weeps. Clapton knew Pattie prior to that, but with Harrison's invite for Clapton to record the lead, he spent even more time with the couple and developed a greater attraction. Ironically enough, Clapton was George Harrison's best man at his wedding to Pattie. Harrison attended Boyd and Clapton's wedding and played a set with Paul and Ringo.

[@BillBuck1972]

I very much enjoy these videos. For someone who is not musically trained, like me, it is very informatitive and educational to listen to someone who is trained explain the nuances of each performance.

[@thomasschmidt1836]

A borderless soul. Genuine and authentic on so many levels

[@greenmountainhellhound6835]

Eric Clapton speaks with a guitar, it’s part of him, like breathing.

[@MrJdsenior]

I've never hear this take of Layla. VERY nice. A totally different feel from the original recorded version. As you say, very intimate.

[@mikebunner3498]

Beth, YES --- Eric is unreal how darn good he is. Your opening statement was new to me. I think you have made an excellent point. I have a 2 year old great niece named Layla. I can not wait until she is old enough to hear Eric's song for the first time.... And she got a new baby brother. Life is grand & wonderful....!!!!! In a video of Eric performing in a setting similar to this Eric tells the audience he has been playing that venue, Oh crap it is this video.... For a man in his 70's and that many miles on him, he is still damn good...

[@r1p2m32]

Thank you! Feels like you see, sense and care deep enough to touch his -- simplicity. Enjoyable analysis!

[@rk41gator]

This pared back version is wonderful. Intimate. Yes, friendly. It eases my worried mind.

[@BendsMusic]

This song was originally called Hey Love, before changed to Layla and the history you quoted, but it's all about Pattie Boyd and his love for her!

[@richardrobertson1886]

Whom he took from her then husband (and who Eric called his husband-in-law) George Harrison.

[@lifelover515]

Eric has survived heroin addiction, alcoholism, tempestuous marriage breakdowns and onstage meltdowns, hero-worship and not least, the tragic death of his infant son, so yeah, I guess you could say he's lived. His years of experience certainly show through here, bringing a mellowness to his music which wasn't there before, and comes across as intimate and likeable. Nice one again Beth.By choosing this relatively recent performance you showed us a side of this superstar we've come to love, and a man who has nothing to prove.

[@susanfox6666]

Loved Layla the first time around, but this is amazing. Can't decide which version I like best.

[@jamesfaulkner4022]

Saw him in Nashville this past September. He is still absolutely amazing.

[@billsanderson1442]

Another guitarist with a unique voice is the late Jeff Healey. I'd love your take on his music.

[@MarioPIVIDORI]

I don't understand why no one plays Clapton's "The Core", for me it's his best hit which is on the album Slow Hand, everything borders on excellence, a frantic rhythm a phenomenal saxophone solo and Clapton is fantastic at the guitar, I've only seen 3 posts on this piece, it's desperate!!!

[@alanfine9825]

Amazed he is still alive after his not so wise past, but he is truly a Master of Music!!!!

[@thomasclinton5875]

Saw him in 78. Terrible drunk awful with poor muddy waters. Not again until 24 nights tour. 9th row ctr. Religious experience. Incredible. Clapton is ...clapton.

[@spencerbutterbaugh6104]

You know what really ticks me off is they auto-tuned Eric's voice for this video. I just don't know why. Anyway love your reactions.

[@robertvirnig638]

The way I would phrase what you basically said is that while he wasn't gifted with the best voice, he has the artistry and a feel for music that allows him to produce something great that you can feel deeply. There are other singers and musicians that are technically brilliant but come up short in delivering these feelings.

[@jeddis92]

Eric Clapton is one of my guitar heroes. While I appreciate the stripped down version, it's missing the emotion of the original.

[@georgesheffield1580]

Different emotion ,but still there.

[@thomashoffmann1063]

I‘ve seen him in Berlin at an open air concert at the „Berliner Waldbühne“ and it was raining all the time. It didn‘t matter though, it was a great concert. I didn‘t care for the rain.

[@guitarman8462]

Whenever he plays big songs , he plays entrances like this to find his spots for his solos . After he left CREAM , in my opinion his best work was during the 70's .

[@kinodarkblaze9103]

This is the kind of song which plays when you are sitting in a classy bar and the bartender asks will you have your usual sir and you just knod

[@andrewbirrell2176]

A lot of his influence is blues, such an awesome guitarist

[@aviatom1]

Yes, Beth. Simply a pro

[@redflag4781]

Play & sing what needs to be, rather than what you can....

[@ezzo222]

While this is a great video, I've been trying to find a video of someone talking about Eric's singing when he was younger, in the 90's. His growling and the power he used to generate was awesome and I'd love to hear a singers perspective on this. There are no videos on youtube about it either!! Have You Ever Loved a Woman Live from the Fillmore is an example!

[@bigfrankfraser1391]

i lost my hand in afghanistan, a few years after i got home i got lucky and bumped into clapton in the hotel my fiances family owned, i was working maintenance for them and bumped into him while changing a lightbulb, got talking to him and he even passed me up the new bulb. after 5-10 minutes of chatting i said "i cant play guitar anymore because of the hand" he looked at me with a calm but serious face and said "so? so what if your missing a hand, jeff healey had no eyes and his guitar riffs are unforgettable, just because your missing something important to playing guitar doesnt mean you cant" so i 3d printed an attachment for my prosthetic that could hold a pick, and ive been playing blues licks every chance i get

[@axlslak]

I think they say you need at least 10000 hours to master a subject. Although in music, they have what is called a virtuoso. Eric Clapton is easily a virtuoso. He spent so much time with his guitar singing, it feels prolly more natural to him to be singing than doing anything else.

[@robertbartelmes7623]

Beth ... as I'm sure you know by now, Eric Clapton wrote 'Layla' to express his love for George Harrison's wife Pattie Boyd [the school girl listening to the Beatles play in the box car in the opening ten minutes of "Hard Days Night" ] & his anguish over not being able to 'possess' her ... he recorded it in Miami Beach, and he's considered a consummate blues guitarist & singer heavily influenced by early Black American Blues Artists ... Bart

[@robertbartelmes7623]

btw ... this acoustic version of Layla was one of the first performed on MTV's 'Unplugged' series in the early 90s & greatly helped to revive MTV's flagging popularity & finances ... and yes, Eric's voice & playing Layla 'unplugged' is quite soothing ... but it stands in stark contrast to the agony in his voice & the intensity and energy of the music in the original classic rock version of 'Layla' ... btw, if you watch the 1992 MTV Unplugged Rehearsal Video I'm attaching, you'll catch a glimpse of Blonde Tessa Niles, one of the greatest 80s & 90s backup singers ever ... kzbin.info/www/bejne/epOpc4uuid2LrLs

[@robertbartelmes7623]

Although she could have easily been a lead singer throughout her entire career, here's a video rundown of the incredible career Tessa Niles has had as a backup singer to the great performers of the 80s & 90s ... kzbin.info/www/bejne/enbdd4p5h5lniMk

[@golfhax]

"he feels cultureless but full of every single culture at the same time" it's called soul. (;

[@byroniasmaximus924]

The engineer on Layla said that Daune Almond made the guitar play notes that were not possible on that guitar. Maybe check out Layla by Derek and the Dominos.

[@Hogtownboy1]

That part before show why he is called slow hand

[@rddavies]

Two things. How his singing and playing are sort of images of one another. That makes all the sense in the world cause he says that when he solos (ie playing) in his mind he is singing. So mentally both come from the same place. I guess three of my favorite guitar players are Clapton, Hendrix and SRV and each sing in a way that at firat when you encounter it seems a bit of an afterthought but the longer you listen the more genius you can see there. The second thing. Ginger Baker (who should know something about the subject) once said that Eric was a master at keeping time. That he never gets lost in the timing of a song. This particular song done acoustically seems very tight tming wise - it's very rhythmic but at the same time very lyrical as well. I have a feeling you'd agree with what Ginger Baker said that no matter how he phrases a lyric (or a guitar bit) the timing is always spot on.

[@Dudewithguns-ww7wc]

I really liked what you said about Clapton‘s humility and how it’s highlighted in his story singing. I also remember that in the original unplugged version he had this very long solo, which I am pretty sure was replaced with the keyboard solo in this performance. And I think that again shows is humility. However I might be mistaken and feel free to correct me

[@Nothin-but-the-blues]

Imo EC's voice sounds extremely relaxed. It's just like sitting around a campfire and someone's playing guitar and singing some good old songs. He no longer needs to prove himself and enjoys these evenings with his fans.

[@gary-white-]

I've watched a lot of your reviews, Beth. There have been quite a few where I've thought, YES, but instead fo that song, I wish you had done a different one from an artist. But I've not commented about it. This time, I'm going to speak up. I loved "Layla" since it was first released when EC was with Derek and the Dominos. But if you want to see Eric Clapton pour his heart out, you really should see "Tears in Heaven."

[@DixonsCider]

Tears in heaven is what you listen to when you WANT to break your soul into little shattered pieces.

[@LeglessWonder]

Listening to him sing Tears In Heaven is such a gut wrencher

[@brianrussell6570]

Eric's father was a Canadian soldier thatwas stationed in England in WW2

[@leehackett1614]

This guy and this song is the reason I picked up the guitar and still continue to play. While I’m not a huge fan of this particular version he’s still amazing. I went to see him years ago and it was a bit boring tbh. The band was note for note perfect in every song but there was virtually no audience interaction. We were there to see him turn up, play and then leave basically You’re right about how he sings it. I feel like it’s evolved over the years through the different incarnations of this song. Especially since he turned this into an acoustic masterpiece. At the beginning it was frenzied like his lust/love for Patti and now it’s like it’s quiet acceptance of what the song is about and what it means to him now decades later after the disastrous and toxic relationship he had with her

[@DixonsCider]

If you're doing Layla you HAVE to do both versions. The slow AND the of fast version

[@SuperGuitarDude7]

Great song and review! I hadn't heard this version before. Love his version from the Unplugged album and of course the original rocking version.You should check out some of his songs on From The Cradle where he covers old blues tunes. Songs like Blues Before Sunrise or Groaning The Blues. He really can do a great deep and gritty blues voice.

[@some_phantom2599]

Please review this version soon! A really interesting aspect of great musicians is how they change up the same tunes, sometimes slightly, but in this case rather extremely ... Please do it while we can all remember the context of this review 😋

[@mikebunner3498]

A man without a flag??? All I know is the man is a genius on a guitar. And his vocals are rather good also. As always thank you Beth for your insights and knowledge. This man has been performing longer than you have been alive. Side note - he is in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, three (3) times. With Cream, Yardbirds, and as a solo artist. I'm impressed. I think I got those facts correct. Take care lady!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@alberto-os1bx]

He doesn’t need to show off does he? His talent speaks for itself.

[@Crotes1990]

This is what I always like about Clapton

[@gailseatonhumbert]

Great reaction thank you

[@joer1678]

The original version featured the great Duane Allman on guitar. As Clapton said, the greatest slide guitar player..

[@melissayost4888]

Oh my Gosh. I’ve been saying the same thing about great guitarist my entire life. Yay You

[@spike3082]

The only 3x rock and roll hall of famer The yard birds Cream Solo career

[@Евгений-д7ш4ю]

Legend

[@oscararzate7956]

El gran Clapton bien Beth 👏👏🍀🍀

[@Billy.gen-X]

Sometimes in music it's not about the notes hit, it's about the notes not hit

[@joannamatry8911]

One of.the greatest.love songs Ever..written for Patti Boyd( wife of his life long friend famous Beatle George Harrison). Eric ended up marrying Patti.By the way Something was also written by George Harrison for Patti. Special lady. History makes it more powerful!!

[@thomasgrover3223]

Great reaction ❤😊

[@stefanobaggio1724]

Legend 🙏🏻🤩

[@libbydaddy8610]

That was fun. Thanks.

[@swabia1554]

and still there is an unplugged mtv album where this song is again different not only because of the guitars doing the solos but rhythm/tempo is different as well. Might also be worth comparing

[@richardkent2200]

Brilliant Beth

[@wesmartyn3829]

First time? OMG. I grew up on this. Eric, actually hid himself on this album. It came out, not as Eric Clapton, but as, Derek and the Dominoes.

[@wilfbentley6738]

Derek and The Dominoes version of "Layla" is, I think, my favourite, song of all time. This version is a lot softer, but no less intense. How do I choose?? Derek & The Dominoes came out in my youth and I adored it for decades, so, I guess I give that my nod, but not because that version is better technically. Today's Clapton is just as good as he was in 1967.

[@michaellockhart554]

Need to do some Eric with what may have been one of hos best friends and mentors JJ Cale, try After Midnight or Cocain

[@bellies1000]

Lovely subtle masterclass! (hmm funny typed the words way before the end:):):):))

[@danb.6294]

Clapton is very good for sure. Seeing him so high on so many lists that are missing Alex Lifeson, Eric Johnson and Carlos Santana is giving him too much credit. Could you please react to the Irish busker Allie Sherlock. Her singing is so soulful and I find it very captivating..

[@richardkent2200]

Great review Beth fabulous

[@navneetsinghr4290]

if u liked this, the orignal version with dominos is fire. pure emotion

[@evsonelus4340]

Im a claptonmaniac so its hard to comment about him lol... its allright, its allrgight its allright, thiough... its just music ;-)

[@evsonelus4340]

Good music, though...

[@rayjennings3637]

That is so cool!

[@mikemclenison8200]

Wonderful review!

[@janluiaguilar1454]

You have to see the version with Wynton Marsalis. Its more rich

[@janluiaguilar1454]

And for me the best version of this song

[@ponymon4283]

I highly recommend watching the video of Eric Clapton performing "She's Waiting" with Phil Collins at Live Aid in front of 100,000 people in the John F. Kennedy Stadium, Philadelphia USA on the 13th July, 1985. No one has reviewed this song yet despite the fact that it might be his best! @

[@tragicx4075]

Your statement about his musicianship was not weird in the slightest. Music is one of the only things that travels across borders freely. This man is one of many embodiments of such entities and how they transcend the expanse of time .

[@nrhn9254]

Now that you have done a video on Clapton you gotta do one one Jack Bruce.

[@Kelly_Cook]

Beth, you should really do a reaction to Faun& Eluveite- Gwydion. It's utterly beautiful.

[@LostLar]

great song

[@mikemike1425]

Wish you would have reacted to the original Derek & the Dominos Layla, this is the shoe shuffle version. EC's vocals are amazing on the D&D original. Would suggest the original D&D Bell Bottom Blues, Eric's vocals are amazing!

[@jamesrichardson3322]

Layla and Wonderful Tonight was written for Patty Boyd ( George Harrison wife 1966-1977 ). Eric Clapton and Patty Boyd had a affair while she was married George Harrison. She divorced Harrison and married Clapton in 1979, and which caused the friendship between Clapton and George Harrison to end. They were divorced in 1989

[@michaelmcclellan5345]

You should check out Fear by Blue October! Justin Furstenfeld does a live acoustic version that is amazing!

[@ksmith9050]

Always enjoy your videos & analysis. It would be interesting for you to contrast this performance with some of Clayton’s early work…perhaps “Crossroad” by Cream.

[@martinocana1435]

Gracias! 😉

[@zenclover8468]

This was fun.

[@willieboy3011]

Layla cannot be Layla without Duane Allman's guitar.

[@ecossearthur]

After hearing your take on the voice over instrument way they sing. Compare this to when he plays electric guitar?

[@ecossearthur]

Less is more! 😉

[@mikeconway9849]

Great reaction! I'd be interested in your reaction to the original version by Derek and the Dominos. While you're at it, you may also want to react to Eric and Blind Faith singing Can't Find My Way Home. It's a great song and also features Steve Winwood. He is another rock and roll great and it would be worth reacting to his career and the band Traffic..

[@azja6666]

Acoustic version od this song please! ❤️

[@ramiroj.2381]

the better version is the 2001 tho

[@gustavorojas8813]

Me encantan tus videos 🥺👏🍀

[@macsnafu]

Not sure why you went with this unplugged version instead of the original. I really like the energy he has in his uptempo songs, where he almost growls. Like in the original version of this song, or the song Forever Man. BTW, have you ever covered a Phil Collins or Genesis song? Phil has one of those unique voices.