Even at this early hour which describes how whacked my schedule is due in part to being tired yesterday afternoon and then daydreaming about something off the wall, I suddenly feel the urge to post something and not just copy and paste my latest creative work from my Xanga.

No. It’s not quite sports and won’t discuss how the Giants plan to defend a Super Bowl without Osi Umenyiora or breakdown the early rounds of the U.S. Open on whether Roger Federer can suddenly find it again.

However, as many know, I’ve got a deep passion and appreciation for music. I’ve attended great concerts and it’s less than a month until I get to see one of my fave bands Weezer rock the Garden on Sept.24. Usually, I do video features on rap or current rock bands.

Today isn’t one of those as for some reason, I felt like logging onto YouTube and digging some more of that epic Eric Clapton/Steve Winwood Feb.26 MSG concert in which they ranged from vintage Blind Faith hits to classic Jimi Hendrix…

I’ll never forget that night as it truly was magical and even more special to go see this Hall of Fame all-time duo perform with my Dad who of course goes back and really enjoyed it. At the time, I was a curious spectator wondering how they would be when really deep down, I knew it would probably be great. But I’m from the younger generation and though I always appreciated the 1960′s influence on rock n’ roll due to my diversification, I still sat there up in 407 waiting to see what it would be like. Seeing them come on earlier than expected and the kind of loud respectful cheers from a more experienced and knowledgeable crowd made me realize the impact and that no matter if it were some four decades later, their legion of fans were still there making them never forget.

As the night went on and I got drunker, even in that messed up state, I knew what I was witnessing was true greatness between a couple of the most gifted musicians ever. Watching Clapton on guitar was just pure heaven. He was so smooth. No wonder they called him Slowhand. There one of the greatest guitarists stood on that grand stage in NYC easily banging out chord after chord and shredding solo after solo like it were nothing. But what was even better was Winwood’s unbelievable versification going from one instrument to the next without missing a beat playing everything well. Guitar. Piano. Keyboard. Organ. Synthesizer. The man was awesome blending extremely well while showing off such great pipes. Clapton’s are good but Winwood’s are out of this world.

Perhaps that’s why all these months later, I felt like reexamining that classic sound where the past which I wasn’t part of was brought back to life kinda like an old Dark Shadows episode on DVD. Yes. I’m a huge fan and collect them.

So, I’m going to link up some more Clapton/Winwood stuff because I really came away impressed even as I limped back to the car out on my feet. But boy was I happy I got to see it!

Let’s take a look at some of their stuff:

Clapton/Winwood: “Glad”-2/26/08 MSG

this is one of my father’s favorites and I like it as well as it’s just greatness and what I admire most is it’s just about the music. no words. and you don’t need them cause the instruments do the talking.

Clapton/Winwood: “Voodoo Chile”-2/26/08 MSG

by this point, I was pretty gone but hearing it made me so proud that even in that state, it didn’t matter. With head spinning and hanging on, I so loved it and if you know me, I’m a huge Jimi fan like my Dad. This was such a treat along with Little Wing!

Clapton/Winwood: “Mr. Fantasy”-February, 2008 MSG

I’ve never been great with titles even on famous hits such as this unless I’m really in tune a la Jimi or GNR. But once it was played, I knew I’d heard it many times while in the car when were once a family vacationing or going out to eat in the city. It brought back so many vivid memories. Winwood’s voice is just terrific. I never really got to hear his old stuff and of course go back to his solo career which had its share of hits. However, listening to him here and recreate this magical sound with Clapton was out of this world.

Clapton/Winwood: “Can’t Find My Way Home”-2/28/08 MSG

I’d be lying if I said I was familiar with this song before it got played and it was one of their last at the show I went to. This one sounds just as tip top from the show a couple of nights later which my buddy Andrew attended and came away amazed when we scored our next bball game at Berkeley Carroll in Park Slope. And yes. That’s cause it was truly special. And now. All these months later, I can honestly say this has easily become one of my faves. There’s just something about it and how it’s played. I can’t quite put a finger on it. You just feel it and know!

Clapton/Winwood: “Presence of the Lord”-2/26/08 MSG

this is just very smoothly played and so relaxing. almost like calming affect. I never realized how nice the organ could mesh with the guitar. tho i have always appreciated it and the piano in music even if guitar shall always reign supreme. Clapton’s solo is wonderful. soloing is just what makes the guitar so special. then to go right back from it to the song, such a smooth transition which only the greats possess.

Clapton/Winwood: “After Midnight”2/26/08 MSG

this one’s quite familiar and not due to the much quicker pace they play at which is how it’s really supposed to sound but due to an old beer commercial. might’ve been Miller Genuine Draft where Clapton plays it as a much slower and more deliberate sexier pace. beer commercials. still, i prefer the faster version as it really kicks ass.

Clapton/Winwood: “Cocaine”-2/26/08 MSG

everyone has heard this popular hit. it’s just pure greatness and well, who doesn’t love the title and what’s said?!?!?!?!?!?! no. I’ll never ever try it. I’m not that type but still…that was a very different era. wish the sound quality was a little better. everything they play sounds like art.

Clapton/Winwood: “Forever Man“-2/28/08 MSG

it was one of the first songs and maybe the one they came out to. I do recall it getting huge pops and for good reason. God. Listen to that solo from about 1:14 to 1:42. Greatness! And yes. I really dig this song. It’s just so good!

Clapton/Winwood: “Sleeping in the Ground”-2/28/08 MSG

some old fashioned throwback blues. love dem blues! tremendous stuff!

Clapton/Winwood: “Little Wing”-2/28/08 MSG

i don’t know what i like better. this or Voodoo Chile. I love Jimi and always will but listening to Winwood who worked with him on the original combining with Clapton to make this sound was something else! it can’t be described. they’re so talented, it’s scary. what a tribute!

Clapton/Winwood: “Had To Cry Today”-2/25/08 MSG

i really like the bass played by Clapton in this song. it just really sounds good and Winwood’s pipes are something else. and yes. this is what they started with. you couldn’t ask for more. tho some were disappointed they played no Cream stuff. it didn’t really matter cause the two-plus hours they played was quite remarkable. like extended jam sessions captivating the audience.

Steve Winwood: “Georgia on my Mind”-2/28/08 MSG

Winwood’s special tribute to the late great Ray Charles and wow does it sound phenomenal. his organ playing is something to behold.  it really seems to bring out his voice. the video is pretty darn good as you can see him playing those special chords on the third and final show in NYC. the crowd really seemed to love it and the ending was incredible.

There’s only so much you can link up of these two legends. Just getting the opportunity to see them re-team and play so wonderfully was a privilege. Maybe I’ll link up some more after.

Hope you enjoyed it!