Eric Clapton is a British musician and songwriter who is widely considered one of the greatest guitarists of all time. He is also known as 'Slowhand' and has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame three times. Clapton is best known for his work in the rock genre, and has released numerous albums throughout his career. He is also known for his collaborations with other artists, such as Cream, Derek and the Dominos, and The Yardbirds. Clapton is often referred to as a 'ROCKER' due to his influence on the genre and his long-standing career in the music industry.