Eric Clapton - The Definitive 24 Nights- Rock 1: A Monumental Live Performance
The "Rock" set of The Definitive 24 Nights (often referred to as Disc 1 or the Rock concert film) features high-energy versions of Clapton's biggest hits and Journeyman -era favorites.
The obligatory ballad. However, on Rock 1 , it serves as the calm before the storm. Stripped of its orchestral arrangement (saved for the orchestral nights), this version is just the band playing softly. Clapton sings it with genuine tenderness, but watch the guitar work—he switches to a cleaner Stratocaster tone, playing chord inversions that are far jazzier than the standard open chords. It’s a moment of breath, allowing the audience (and the listener) to reset before the final assault.
Serving as a powerful opener, "Pretending" showcases the band's tightness and Clapton's clean, melodic playing. The energy of the Royal Albert Hall crowd is palpable, setting the stage for a long night of hits. 2. "Old Love"