Eric.clapton.crossroads.guitar.festival.2013.di... May 2026

For any guitar enthusiast, the Crossroads Guitar Festival isn’t just a concert; it’s a pilgrimage. The 2013 edition, held at New York City’s legendary , stands as one of the most high-energy gatherings of talent in the festival's history. Spanning two nights in April, it brought together the titans of blues, rock, and jazz for a series of once-in-a-lifetime collaborations. Iconic Collaborations and Surprises

While the blues-rock attack was relentless, the 2013 festival made "smart changeups" by emphasizing acoustic and jazz textures. delivered a haunting acoustic cover of Neil Young’s "The Needle and the Damage Done", while jazz masters like Earl Klugh and Kurt Rosenwinkel added a sophisticated edge to the weekend. Eric.Clapton.Crossroads.Guitar.Festival.2013.Di...

: Recreating their 2009 magic with a soaring version of "Why Does Love Got to Be So Sad". For any guitar enthusiast, the Crossroads Guitar Festival

The true heart of Crossroads is the unexpected pairings. In 2013, the stage saw some truly rugged and soulful "crossroads" moments: The true heart of Crossroads is the unexpected pairings

: Two absolute legends sharing a grin while tearing through "Key to the Highway".