Recorded after he overcame his heroin habit, 461 Ocean Boulevard contains Clapton's biggest solo single, 'I Shot the Sheriff', which reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The album marked his transition from flashy instrumental icon to well-rounded recording artist, downplaying sonic pyrotechnics in favor of a song-focused ensemble approach that would lay the groundwork for his successful solo career.
The concert featured a who's who of great rock stars from Joni Mitchell, The Staples Sisters & Neil Young to Eric Clapton, Emmylou Harris, Muddy Waters, and many more, joining The Band onstage in one of the most musical Thanksgiving celebrations ever.