If asked to name an Eric Clapton tune, most listeners would likely mention a hit such as "Layla," "After Midnight," or "Tears In Heaven." Typically, people associate Clapton with hot guitar licks, powerful, bluesy vocals, or the softer vocals of his ballads.
There's an atypical tune of his, however, that also warrants attention. "Reptile" is a pleasant, laid-back guitar instrumental that our former St. Louis smooth jazz station, WSSM, used to play. Its memorable melody perks along unobtrusively, and if you didn't know otherwise, you probably wouldn't guess it was Clapton. It is, though, and it's a shame it isn't usually played on the radio today. Also recommended: Clapton's "Son & Sylvia."
