Eric Clapton to release expanded version of 1989 album ‘Journeyman’
Renowned musician Eric Clapton is about to unveil a special treat for fans by revisiting his acclaimed 1989 album, “Journeyman.” The triple Rock & Roll Hall of Famer is gearing up to release the “Journeyman: Deluxe Edition” on November 21st. This new edition will include a remastered version of the original album along with four bonus tracks, three of which were recorded during the initial “Journeyman” sessions. One of these noteworthy bonus tracks, “Forever,” composed by Jerry Williams, has already been made available on various digital platforms.
Fans can eagerly anticipate the release of the “Journeyman: Deluxe Edition” in both digital and physical formats, as it is now open for pre-order. Originally released on November 6, 1989, “Journeyman” marked Clapton’s 11th studio album and featured collaborations with music icons like George Harrison, Phil Collins, Chaka Khan, Daryl Hall, and Robert Cray. The album surged to the top spot on the Billboard Rock Albums chart and reached number 16 on the Billboard 200 chart. Standout singles from the album such as “Pretending” and “Bad Love” achieved chart-topping success, with the latter earning Clapton a Grammy Award for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance. Further highlighting its success, the album was eventually certified double platinum by the RIAA.
The “Journeyman: Deluxe Edition” is now available for pre-order and features an impressive tracklist that includes classic songs from the original release like “Pretending,” “Bad Love,” and “Running on Faith.” Among the bonus tracks are “Higher Power,” “Border Song,” “Forever,” and “That Kind of Woman,” providing fans with new tracks to savor alongside their favorites from the iconic album.
As fans eagerly await the release of the “Journeyman: Deluxe Edition,” they can look forward to reminiscing with the remastered version of the original album, as well as delighting in the added bonus tracks that offer a fresh take on Clapton’s musical genius. With the anticipation building up, it is clear that this special release will undoubtedly captivate fans old and new by offering a new perspective on the timeless classic that is “Journeyman.”