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utc66 · 1 August 2020, 10:02 AM

Nice story which intersects some of the interests on this forum: Eric Clapton, fine clothing.

The unexpected story of a rock star and his passion for tweed.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/robbrep...s-2934172/amp/

gnuyork · 1 August 2020, 11:06 AM

I think he has a passion for tweed amps too

Spectre38 · 1 August 2020, 11:07 AM

Its nice to see some of the old institutions survive.

Dan Pierce · 1 August 2020, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by gnuyork

I think he has a passion for tweed amps too

Well played.

Great read, OP! Thanks for sharing.

dP

BNA/LION · 1 August 2020, 02:51 PM

Awesome! EC is truly a great dude!

Thanks for sharing!

Rock · 2 August 2020, 03:49 PM

Great article. Really enjoyed it and learned that they don't just have the "traditional" Tweed suits/jacket. I like their gear but you could only wear it here on the coldest day of the coldest winter. So maybe once a year.

dba · 3 August 2020, 01:40 AM

Great article. There's something refreshing as an anglophile from America being able to walk into these great stores while strolling the streets of London. Sometimes you find stuff you didn't know you needed or even wanted.

stratguy · 5 August 2020, 09:32 AM

Clapton's autobiography is a great read for anyone who is a fan. It's a very honest look at his life, the mistakes he made, and what he has done to atone for it. Loved it.

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