Journeyman 2LP

Eric Clapton's Journeyman: Deluxe Edition offers a curious mix of nostalgia and fresh content, revealing three previously unreleased tracks that never quite fit into the mold of the original 1989 classic. The contradiction of a seasoned craftsman sounding both assured and vulnerable, as he straddles the line between rock bravado and heartfelt introspection, raises questions about the evolution of his artistry. With iconic numbers like "Pretending" and "Bad Love," Clapton reminds us that sometimes the struggle to master one's craft is as compelling as the music itself.