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Cream – The Cream of Cream (Guitar Tabs)
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Who were Cream?
Cream was a legendary rock band from the 1960s. They were pioneers of psychedelic rock, blues rock, and hard rock, and their virtuosic musicianship and extended improvisations did influence later progressive rock bands.
About Cream:
- Formed: 1966 (London, England)
- Disbanded: 1968 (brief reunions later)
- Members:
- Eric Clapton (guitar, vocals)
- Jack Bruce (bass, vocals, primary songwriter)
- Ginger Baker (drums, percussion)
Musical Style & Legacy:
- One of the first power trios (guitar, bass, drums) in rock history.
- Combined blues, psychedelia, and hard rock with extended improvisations.
- Known for live jams, pushing the boundaries of rock music at the time.
- Influenced prog rock bands (like Yes and King Crimson) with their technical skill and willingness to experiment.
Key Albums & Songs:
- Fresh Cream (1966) – Early blues-rock with psychedelic touches.
- Disraeli Gears (1967) – Includes the classic “Sunshine of Your Love” and more psychedelic experimentation.
- Wheels of Fire (1968) – A double album (studio + live), featuring the epic “Crossroads” (live version) and the jam-heavy “Spoonful.”
Why They’re Sometimes Linked to Prog Rock:
- Complex arrangements (e.g., “White Room”)
- Extended instrumental passages (e.g., “Toad” featuring a legendary drum solo by Ginger Baker)
- Jazz and classical influences in their playing
While Cream wasn’t a prog band themselves, their innovative approach helped pave the way for progressive rock’s development in the early 1970s.