Universal Music LLC (Head Office: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Fujikura Nao / hereinafter referred to as Universal Music) will release four Japanese press album LP titles and nine paper jacketed CDs from early works by Eric Clapton (1970-1981) on Wednesday, April 9th.
Early works by Eric Clapton (1970-1981) will be released in 4 Japanese press albums, as well as nine titles featuring paper jacket CDs.
The Japanese press album LP is four titles: Derek & Dominos’s only album “My God’s Layla,” formed by Eric Clapton, Bobby Whitlock, Carl Laidle and Jim Gordon, Eric Clapton’s first album “Eric Clapton Solo” under the name of Eric Clapton’s solo, the studio album “461 Ocean Boulevard,” which won number one in the US, and “Slow Hand,” which is one of Clapton’s most famous works, which won number two in the US. The paper jacketed CD comes with a 2020 remaster and bonus disc from the 50th anniversary edition of Mythoshi no Leila, released in 2020, and bonus discs, while Eric Clapton Solo will be remastered in 2021, 461 Ocean Boulevard, In Search of a Rest, and Slow Hand will each contain bonus tracks.
Eric Clapton will be in Japan at Budokan from Monday, April 14th. At the CD sales booth at Budokan, the venue for the performance, those who purchase the eligible products will receive an A4 size and clear file on a first-come, first-served basis.
Eric Clapton – Wonderful Tonight (Official Live)
Eric Clapton – Layla (Live)
[Release Information]
① Derek and Dominos’ “My God Leila” 2LP
②Eric Clapton “Eric Clapton Solo” 1LP
③ Eric Clapton’s 461 Ocean Boulevard 1LP
④Eric Clapton’s “Slow Hand” 1LP
・Derek and Dominos, “The Mysterious Leila”
Derek And The Dominos / Layla And Other Assorted Love Songs
Product number: UIJY-75291/2
Price: 7,700 yen including tax
●Released in 1970.
The only album by Derek and Dominos, formed by Eric Clapton, Bobby Whitlock, Carl Laidle and Jim Gordon. Duane Allman has played lead and slide guitar on 11 of 14 songs as a guest.
Includes the famous song “Mythoshi no Leila.”
★ Cutting at Abbey Road Studios
★Japanese Press Edition
★Reproduction belt based on the design of the first edition of Japan LP
★2020 remastered sound source
★Includes English explanation translation/Lyrics and translation
★Limited edition
LP1
SIDE A
01. I Look Away
02. Bell Bottom Blues
03. Keep on Growing
04. No one knows
SIDE B
01. I am Yours
02. Anyday
03. The gate to the highway
LP2
SIDE C
01. Tell the Truth
02. Love is a sad thing
03. The experience of love
SIDE D
01. Little Wing
02. It’s to Late
03. My dear Leila
04. Trees in the garden
・Eric Clapton “Eric Clapton Solo”
Eric Clapton / Eric Clapton
Product number: UIJY-75293
Price: 5,500 yen including tax
●Released in 1970.
The first album under the solo name of Eric Clapton.
This is a piece packed with Clapton’s longing for Southern American music, featuring guests such as Delaney & Bonnie and Stephen Stills.
★ Cutting at Abbey Road Studios
★Japanese Press Edition
★Reproduction belt based on the design of the first edition of Japan LP
★2015 remastered sound source
★Includes English explanation translation/Lyrics and translation
★Limited edition
SIDE A
01. Slanky
02. Bad Boy
03. Far from home
04. After Midnight
05. Easy Now
06. Blues Power
SIDE B
01. Red Wine
02. Lavin You, Lavin Me
03. Last time
04. I don’t know why
05. Let It Rain
・Eric Clapton, “461 Ocean Boulevard”
Eric Clapton / 461 Ocean Boulevard
Product number: UIJY-75294
Price: 5,500 yen including tax
●Published in 1974.
This is the first studio album in about four years since “My Dear Leila.” He won number one in the US.
Bob Marley’s cover, “I Shot the Sheriff,” reached number one on the US singles charts.
★ Cutting at Abbey Road Studios
★Japanese Press Edition
★Reproduction belt based on the design of the first edition of Japan LP
★2013 remastered sound source
★Includes English explanation translation/Lyrics and translation
★Limited edition
SIDEA
01. Motherless Children
02. Give Me Strength
03. Willie and the Hand Jive
04. Ged Lady
05. I Shot the Sheriff
SIDE B
01. I Can’t Hold Out
02. Please Be with Me
03. Let It Grow
04. Steady Laurin Mann
05. Mainline Florida
・Eric Clapton “Slow Hand”
Eric Clapton / Slowhand
Product number: UIJY-75295
Price: 5,500 yen including tax
●Released in 1977.
This masterpiece is one of Clapton’s most famous works, winning second in the US.
It also includes signature songs such as “Cocaine,” “Wonderful Tonight,” and “Ray Down Sally,” which are still featured at concerts.
★ Cutting at Abbey Road Studios
★Japanese Press Edition
★Reproduction belt based on the design of the first edition of Japan LP
★2012 remastered sound source
★Includes English explanation translation/Lyrics and translation
★Limited edition
SIDE A
01. Cocaine
02. Wonderful Tonight
03. Ray Down Sally
04. Next Time You She Ha
05. We Are All The Way
SIDE B
01. The Core
02. May You Never
03. Mean Old Frisco
04. Peaches & Diesel
① Derek and Dominos’ “My Father’s Leila” 2CD
②Eric Clapton “Eric Clapton Solo”
③Eric Clapton, “461 Ocean Boulevard”
④ Eric Clapton, “In Search of a Place of Rest”
⑤Eric Clapton’s “No Reason to Cry”*
⑥Eric Clapton’s “Slow Hand”
7. Eric Clapton’s “Backless”*
⑧Eric Clapton’s “Just One Night ~ Eric Clapton Live at Budokan” 2CD *
9. Eric Clapton’s Another Ticket*
*=Same content as the title released in 2016
・Derek & Dominos’ “My God Leila” 50th Anniversary 2CD Edition
Derek And The Dominos / Layla And Other Assorted Love Songs
Product number: UICY-80563/4
Price: 4,840 yen including tax
●Released in 1970.
The only album by Derek and Dominos, formed by Eric Clapton, Bobby Whitlock, Carl Laidle and Jim Gordon. Duane Allman has played lead and slide guitar on 11 of 14 songs as a guest.
Includes the famous song “Mythoshi no Leila.”
●Includes an original album and bonus disc from the 50th anniversary edition released in 2020. An overseas booklet is also included.
★ Double-spread jacket specification that reproduces the first British LP in a miniature reproduction
★ Miniature reproduction belt based on the design of the first edition of Japan LP
★2020 remastered sound source/SHM-CD specification
★Includes bonus disc
★Includes overseas booklet
★Includes English explanation translation/Lyrics and translation
★Limited edition
・Eric Clapton “Eric Clapton Solo”
Eric Clapton / Eric Clapton
Product number: UICY-80565
Price: 3,300 yen including tax
●Released in 1970.
The first album under the solo name of Eric Clapton.
This is a piece packed with Clapton’s longing for Southern American music, featuring guests such as Delaney & Bonnie and Stephen Stills.
★A miniature reproduction of the UK first edition LP
★ Miniature reproduction belt based on the design of the first edition of Japan LP
★2021 remastered sound source/SHM-CD specification
★Includes English explanation translation/Lyrics and translation
★Limited edition
・Eric Clapton, “461 Ocean Boulevard”
Eric Clapton / 461 Ocean Boulevard
Product number: UICY-80566
Price: 3,300 yen including tax
●Published in 1974.
This is the first studio album in about four years since “My Dear Leila.” He won number one in the US.
Bob Marley’s cover, “I Shot the Sheriff,” reached number one on the US singles charts.
Contains 8 bonus tracks.
★ Double-spread jacket specification that reproduces the first British LP in a miniature reproduction
★ Miniature reproduction belt based on the design of the first edition of Japan LP
★2013 remastered sound source/SHM-CD specification
★Contains 8 bonus tracks
★Includes English explanation translation/Lyrics and translation
★Limited edition
Eric Clapton, “In Search of a Place of Rest”
Eric Clapton / There’s One In Every Crowd
Product number: UICY-80567
Price: 3,300 yen including tax
●Published in 1975.
Like the previous album, “461 Ocean Boulevard,” this ambitious work features Tom Dowd as producer, and incorporates a variety of reggae colors across the album in general!
Contains 7 bonus tracks.
★A miniature reproduction of the UK first edition LP
★ Miniature reproduction belt based on the design of the first edition of Japan LP
★2013 remastered sound source/SHM-CD specification
★7 bonus tracks included
★Includes English explanation translation/Lyrics and translation
★Limited edition
・Eric Clapton, “No Reason to Cry”
Eric Clapton / No Reason To Cry
Product number: UICY-80568
Price: 3,300 yen including tax
●Published in 1976.
This is the fourth solo studio recording album, featuring a total of about 40 super-world guests including Bob Dylan, Ron Wood, Robbie Robertson, Richard Manuel, Rick Danko, Georgie Fame, Billy Preston, Jessi Ed Davis and more. It features a straight, bluesy rock sound.
(Same content as UICY-77729)
★A miniature reproduction of the UK first edition LP
★ Miniature reproduction belt based on the design of the first edition of Japan LP
★Includes inner sleeve
★SHM-CD specification
★Includes explanation/Lyrics and translation
★Limited edition
・Eric Clapton “Slow Hand”
Eric Clapton / Slowhand
Product number: UICY-80569
Price: 3,300 yen including tax
●Released in 1977.
This masterpiece is one of Clapton’s most famous works, winning second in the US.
It also includes signature songs such as “Cocaine,” “Wonderful Tonight,” and “Ray Down Sally,” which are still featured at concerts. Contains 4 bonus tracks.
★ Double-spread jacket specification that reproduces the first British LP in a miniature reproduction
★ Miniature reproduction belt based on the design of the first edition of Japan LP
★2013 remastered sound source/SHM-CD specification
★4 bonus tracks included
★Includes English explanation translation/Lyrics and translation
★Limited edition
・Eric Clapton “Backless”
Eric Clapton / Backless
Product number: UICY-80570
Price: 3,300 yen including tax
●Published in 1978.
Following on from his previous work, “Slow Hand,” this is a great piece that lets you listen to vocals and guitar play, full of deep kindness.
★ Double-spread jacket specification that reproduces the first British LP in a miniature reproduction
★ Miniature reproduction belt based on the design of the first edition of Japan LP
★SHM-CD specification
★Includes explanation/Lyrics and translation
★Limited edition
(Same content as UICY-77731)
・Eric Clapton “Just One Night ~Eric Clapton Live at Budokan”
Eric Clapton / Just One Night
Product number: UICY-80571/2
Price: 4,840 yen including tax
●Released in 1980.
A live album featuring live performances at Nippon Budokan from the 1979 Japan Tour. It mainly includes works from “Slow Hand” and “Backless”.
★ Double-spread jacket specification that reproduces the first British LP in a miniature reproduction
★ Miniature reproduction belt based on the design of the first edition of Japan LP
★SHM-CD specification
★Includes explanation/Lyrics and translation
★Limited edition
(Same content as UICY-77732/3)
・Eric Clapton’s Another Ticket
Eric Clapton / Another Ticket
Product number: UICY-80573
Price: 3,300 yen including tax
●Released in 1981.
This is the last album on the Polydor/RSO label, produced by Tom Dowd at Compass Point Studios (Bahamas).
★A miniature reproduction of the UK first edition LP
★ Miniature reproduction belt based on the design of the first edition of Japan LP
★SHM-CD specification
★Includes explanation/Lyrics and translation
★Limited edition
(Same content as UICY-77734)
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Kurosawa Music Store MARTIN GUITAR Presents
ERIC CLAPTON
LIVE AT BUDOKAN 2025
Date: Saturday, April 26th, Doors open at 17:00/Show starts at 18:00
Sunday, April 27th, Doors open at 16:00/Show starts at 17:00
Venue: Nippon Budokan
Ticket price (incl. tax): S seats \25,000 / A seats \24,000
Organised by: J-WAVE/TOKYO FM/interfm/FM Yokohama/BAYFM78
Special sponsor: Kurosawa Music Store Co., Ltd.
Planning, Inviting and Production: Udo Music Office
Contact Us: Udo Music Office 03-3402-5999 https://udo.jp
Performance page URL:https://ericclapton2025.udo.jp/
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