God can forgive, but Clapton can't

[Steve Browning]

Surely he could have just sent a message warning her that the CD was a bootleg? We see (and react to) many a loft found Fender without encouraging Fender to sue.

[Guest]

But aren't  Clapton and god one and the same?

[Doctor J]

Who did what now?

[Marvin]

  On 17/12/2021 at 08:11, Doctor J said:

Who did what now?

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https://guitar.com/news/music-news/woman-sued-by-eric-clapton-bootleg-cd-for-e9-95-on-ebay-pay-his-legal-fees/

 

 

[Steve Browning]

  On 17/12/2021 at 08:03, Bassfinger said:

But aren't  Clapton and god one and the same?

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The very point behind my title. 🙂

[Doctor J]

Wow, nasty. 

[Marvin]

I see Robert Cray has cut any ties or links with Clapton after Clapton likened lockdowns etc with slavery.

 

For someone who made a fortune from ripping off black American music, Clapton has an unenviable propensity of looking like he's either thick, nasty, a racist or all 3.

 

 

[Hellzero]

Slow hand is very fast when it comes to money.

 

What a selfish greedy man.

 

He should be ashamed to sue a woman who's certainly in need of money.

 

Instead, he should have helped her the way Bruce Springsteen can do (and I don't like Springsteen's music).

 

It's about time to boycott him.

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[Woodinblack]

  On 17/12/2021 at 08:28, Hellzero said:

It's about time to boycott him.

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I have boycotted him for years, I don't think he has noticed yet. But you know, if you have his musical output until the mid 70s, you pretty well have everything.

[Hellzero]

  On 17/12/2021 at 08:31, Woodinblack said:

But you know, if you have his musical output until the mid 70s, you pretty well have everything.

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Except sensitivity.

[DubDelay]

  On 17/12/2021 at 08:33, Hellzero said:

Except sensitivity.

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Sadly lacking in a lot of people sometimes, seems to be a dying art too.

[mr4stringz]

Whether by extension due to an overly litigious legal team or whether directly, Clapton once again showing what a complete tube he is. 

[Stub Mandrel]

A company I do work for retain a company to send eBay and the like takedown notices for copyright theft.

 

No-one seems to get sued, despite being businesses.

 

Claptin is very capable of being a **** as he gas clesrky demonstrated in the past.

 

[Trueno]

The miserable git.

[ezbass]

  On 17/12/2021 at 08:50, Trueno said:

The miserable git.

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He's nothing if not consistent. In my teens, I was a massive Clapton fan, but in the last couple of decades (at least) I’ve  felt he’s needed a slap (more likely several). I know he’s had personal tragedy and I wouldn’t wish that on anyone, but to read his autobiography or listen to him speak, you’d never think he’s one of the most famous and successful guitar players ever.

Edited December 17, 2021 by ezbass

[Trueno]

I reached tipping point with Clapton when the singer in my band snook “Wonderful Tonight” onto the set list without consulting anyone. It was the very last straw and I quit.

[SH73]

"He also claimed that his reaction to the vaccine almost robbed him of his ability to play guitar, and that lockdowns stopped him from being able to make money from his music.

Eric Clapton is one of the wealthiest musicians in the world, with a net worth of around $300 million. "

 

Say no more. Never liked him...

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[Jus Lukin]

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[MacDaddy]

  On 17/12/2021 at 08:25, Marvin said:

I see Robert Cray has cut any ties or links with Clapton after Clapton likened lockdowns etc with slavery.

 

For someone who made a fortune from ripping off black American music, Clapton has an unenviable propensity of looking like he's either thick, nasty, a racist or all 3.

 

 

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without Clapton, there would not be Rock Against Racism.

 

But not in a good way.

[Barking Spiders]

Card carrying bigoted gobshyte, active anti-vaxxer deliberately trying to undermine vaccination messages and all-round unpleasant Cnut like his former Cream bandmate Ginger Baker. I've never liked a single tune by him so that's saved me the hassle of having to boycott his gigs, releases etc

[Al Krow]

  On 17/12/2021 at 08:01, Steve Browning said:

Surely he could have just sent a message warning her that the CD was a bootleg? We see (and react to) many a loft found Fender without encouraging Fender to sue.

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Agreed, but maybe that's exactly what occurred and she chose to ignore? I'd be surprised if the thing went straight to Court. 

 

What I don't understand is why she appealed the initial ruling? Guessing a local lawyer smelling a potential fat pay cheque and publicity, rather than giving their client sensible advice?

[DubDelay]

  On 17/12/2021 at 09:46, Barking Spiders said:

Card carrying bigoted gobshyte, active anti-vaxxer deliberately trying to undermine vaccination messages and all-round unpleasant Cnut like his former Cream bandmate Ginger Baker. I've never liked a single tune by him so that's saved me the hassle of having to boycott his gigs, releases etc

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Concise and spot on, nicely done. 

[NikNik]

There must surely be a Crowdfund on the go for this woman. Imagine the embarrassment that light would shine on Clapton?

[Woodinblack]

I am sure he will write a song about his struggles to earn a crust with all these cruel people ripping him off

 

[chris_b]

  On 17/12/2021 at 08:25, Marvin said:

I see Robert Cray has cut any ties or links with Clapton after Clapton likened lockdowns etc with slavery.

 

For someone who made a fortune from ripping off black American music, Clapton has an unenviable propensity of looking like he's either thick, nasty, a racist or all 3.

 

 

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If you read his autobiography. . . . sadly. . . .  it's all 3 and a few more to boot. It's a shame because I've been going to Clapton gigs since 1965 and am a fan of (most) of his music!!

Edited December 17, 2021 by chris_b