Strange Brew: Eric Clapton and the British Blues Boom

by Christopher Hjort, John Mayall (Foreword by)

This definitive look at the British blues explosion centers around three  Peter Green, Mick Taylor, and especially Eric Clapton. Describing the groups they played in from 1965 to 1970, including John’s Mayall’s Bluesbreakers, Cream, Fleetwood Mac, Blind Faith, and The Rolling Stones, the book is presented in an engaging day-by-day format. With a wealth of illustrations and never-before-published details, the book reveals the way the musicians behind the blues boom worked together, influenced each other, and pushed one another to ever greater achievements.

Genres: Music, Nonfiction

352 pages, Paperback

First published February 9, 2007

Reviews

[Jan Tonnesen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been corresponding with the author about a photo I took at a Byrds concert in the 60s which he wanted to use for an upcomong book he was writing about the band. As an exchange he offered me a copy of his previous book, "STRANGE BREW". I received it yesterday. This is truly a passionate view of that time when the Brits embraced American Blues music and gave it an English interpretation. His in-depth time-line is truly a comprehensive look at British Blues at that time. It's vary apparent Christopher cares deeply about the subject. I would recommend this book to anyone who cares about British music in the late-60s.

[Up4days · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was lucky the author added my comments in the book as the band I was in Conqueror Worm at the time opened for Cream Oct 13, and 14th 1968
He quoted me fairly and I was happy to contribute my experiences back then. Once published I was impressed with the detail and added comments from so many people surrounding the bands and it gives a very insightful look to the influence at that time..

[Donald · Rating 3 out of 5]

informative but not a large fan of the format of day to day diary