"Money and Cigarettes" is a 12" vinyl LP album by Eric Clapton, released in 1983. The album marks a stylistic shift for Clapton, showcasing a more stripped-down sound and a focus on his songwriting. It features a blend of blues, rock, and pop-infused tracks, including the hit single "I've Got a Rock 'n' Roll Heart. This web page has photos of album covers, inner sleeves, record labels together with production details, musicians and track-listing.
Summary: |
Eric Clapton with guest performances of Ry Cooder and Donald "Duck" Dunn |
Music Genre: |
Pop, Rock |
Production: | Produced by Tom Dowd. Engineer: Michael Carnevale. Recorded at Compass Point Studios, Nassau, Bahamas Compass Point Studios, founded in 1977 by Chris Blackwell, the visionary owner of Island Records, stands as a pivotal and iconic institution in the realm of music production, particularly during the vibrant decades of the 1970s and 1980s. Nestled in the picturesque Bahamas, just outside Nassau, this studio emerged as a tropical oasis that not only offered a breathtaking setting but also fostered a distinctive creative atmosphere that left an indelible mark on the global music scene. The 1970s and 1980s witnessed a plethora of influential albums recorded at Compass Point Studios, spanning various genres such as rock, reggae, funk, and pop. Artists like Bob Marley, Grace Jones, Iron Maiden Talking Heads, and The Rolling Stones all left their mark on the studio, contributing to its legacy as a hub of musical innovation. |
Album Packaging / Information: |
Original custom inner sleeve with lyrics and photos. |
Record Label Information: |
Duck Records 92.3773 |
Media Format: |
12" LP Vinyl Gramophone Record |
Year & Country: |
1983 Made in Germany |
Band Members and Musicians on: Eric Clapton - Money and Cigarettes |
Track Listing of: Eric Clapton - Money and Cigarettes |