Im not sure how this album compares to others by Clapton, because I only have mp3s of his, but I have to say, I think that this is an excellent album! Clapton brings acoustic blues to the fore hear, bringing many people who have not appreciated it, to hear & love it.The only track which I do not enjoy as much is Lonely Stranger, but thats simple a matter of taste. Layla is excellent and there are lots of tracks which seem to be 'old favourite' blues tracks. There is obviously great and precision Clapton on this Cd, so i suggest you go out and buy it!