Jimi Hendrix & Eric Clapton

At the Speak Easy Club 52 Margaret St. London, 1967. The go to late bar, the only afterhours place in London (after 11 pm)

Hendrix’s arrival in London and his subsequent performances, including a memorable one where he played “Killing Floor” with Cream, significantly impacted Clapton. The two guitarists developed a mutual respect and fascination with each other’s unique styles.

These photos are from the Track Records launch party at the Speakeasy nightclub, March 1967.

Photographer unknown but limited picture with certificate from the Hayward Archive.