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After less than 3 years in existence, and some 15 million albums sold, GOODBYE was Cream's farewell release. Baker, Bruce and Clapton indicated at the time that they were burned out on the concept, the touring, the improvisational "battles," and each other. The live cuts ("I'm So Glad," "Politician" and "Sitting On Top Of The World") are indicative of how the band's concert chemistry had evolved from earlier live recordings (such as those on WHEELS OF FIRE and LIVE CREAM, VOLUMES 1 & 2).
But what's most striking about GOODBYE is the charm and craftsmanship of their last studio tracks, indicating that Cream was far from played out creatively, and illustrating how strong their songwriting skills really were. The Beatles' influence is readily apparent on each studio track, the most famous being Clapton's "Badge," featuring George Harrison. Bruce's "Doin' The Scrapyard Thing," with its mixture of funk and the English music hall, points to the directions he would pursue on SONGS FOR A TAILOR and his other underrated solo albums, while Baker's use of odd meters on "What A Bringdown" anticipates "Do What You Like" on BLIND FAITH.
Engineers: Bill Halverson, Adrian Barber, Damon Lyon-Shaw.
Personnel: Eric Clapton (vocals, guitar); Jack Bruce (vocals, harmonica, piano, organ, keyboards); Ginger Baker (vocals, drums, percussion); George Harrison (guitar); Felix Pappalardi (viola, piano, Mellotron).
Photographer: Roger Philips.
Arranger: Robert Stigwood.
Cream: Eric Clapton (vocals, guitar); Jack Bruce (vocals, piano, organ, bass); Ginger Baker (vocals, drums, percussion).
Brings back memories An excellent representation of what Cream sounded like in person many years ago. This is a live mixture of Eric Clapton's electric leads, Jack Bruce's
ever thundering bass and the power of Ginger Baker's Double bass drums making for a very driving performance. Submitted by james.tilton (Lexington Park, MD, USA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 1 of 1 found this helpful.
A blast from the past Great music from a long time Clapton fan. Submitted by Rawhide2 (Baltimore, MD.) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 1 of 1 found this helpful.
ONE LAST SHOT AN EXCELLENT LOOK AT CREAM IN LATE '68 , AS THE ALBUM WAS RECORDED IN A TOTAL OF THREE DAYS IN OCTOBER. THEIR BEST PRODUCTION EFFORT. AN INTERESTING SIDE NOTE: CLAPTON HAS HARRISON GUEST ON "BADGE" AT ABOUT THE SAME TIME CLAPTON GUESTS ON THE BEATLES' (HARRISON'S) "WHILE MY GUITAR GENTLY WEEPS". (OTHER GUEST SPOTS DILUTE FROM THE BAND CHEMISTRY , HOWEVER.) Submitted by CREAMFREAK (SITTIN' ON TOP OF THE WORLD) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo
not one of there best albums of all time i had to give it 5 stars because the japenese issue sounded alot better.than any i heard.there is tape hiss behind the recordings.but does not effect song any.each song stands out over any tape hiss.it sounds clean and clear.so if you like this cd.get it before it is too late. Submitted by a reviewer (elkhart,in) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 1 of 1 found this helpful. This review is for a different format.
Rock gods, do it again Live tracks, had amazing jam sessions! Studio tracks may not all be cathcy but amazing instrumental wise adn still a nwe direction for cream which is nice. 5 stars! Kudos to clapton, baker and bruce Submitted by weezer327 (california) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo This review is for a different format.
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