Outside Woman Blues

The song "Outside Woman Blues" was originally recorded and performed by Blind Joe Reynolds, an early American blues musician. - Blind Joe Reynolds, also known as Joe Sheppard, was born in the late 1890s or early 1900s in Louisiana. He was a street musician known for his lively performances. - Despite being blind, he developed an influential style of blues known as slide guitar. - Little is known about his life, but his songs, including "Outside Woman Blues", have been widely covered and are still celebrated today.

The rock band Cream, consisting of guitarist/singer Eric Clapton, bassist/singer Jack Bruce, and drummer Ginger Baker, covered the song "Outside Woman Blues". It appeared on their 1967 album "Disraeli Gears". - Cream was known for their inventive approach to rock music, often incorporating elements of jazz, blues, and psychedelia. - Their use of the "power trio" format, with three members all contributing to the writing, singing, and playing of instruments, was influential in the development of hard rock and heavy metal. - Cream was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993. Their cover of "Outside Woman Blues" remains one of their most beloved tracks.

Eric Clapton is a famous British rock and blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He is considered one of the most influential guitarists in history. - Clapton’s guitar work on "Outside Woman Blues" is considered exemplary of his innovative approach to blues guitar, featuring Clapton’s signature 'woman tone' sound. - Although he has had a long and successful solo career, Clapton’s work with Cream is often considered some of his most significant. - Eric Clapton was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame three times, as a solo artist and as a member of the Yardbirds and Cream. - He has cited Blind Joe Reynolds as an influence on his playing style, noting in interviews that blues musicians like Reynolds helped him to develop his unique, emotive approach to the guitar.