One of rock’s most celebrated guitarists is set to bring his legendary songs to Columbus Sept. 5.
With a career spanning more than six decades, 80-year-old Eric Clapton will perform a sold-out show on Sept. 5 at Mershon Auditorium. Fans can expect an evening of both electric energy and unforgettable acoustic moments.
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A Clapton setlist is often filled with a blend of blues and rock favorites. Here’s what we can predict about Clapton’s setlist for the upcoming show, based on past shows listed on setlist.fm:
Eric Clapton’s Columbus Setlist Prediction:
Likely opener:
Expected tracks:
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“I’m Your Hoochie Coochie Man”
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“Kind Hearted Woman Blues”
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“Nobody Knows You When You’re Down and Out”
Likely encore:
According to setlist.fm, Clapton has generally not been playing “Layla” on this tour.
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