Green's tenure with the Bluesbreakers was certainly a critical union - especially in the wake of Clapton's departure - as it helped establish Green, and resulted in the seminal album A Hard Road (February 1967). Perhaps his fiery display was intended to break through the looming shadow of Eric Clapton - a shadow created by Clapton fans who were quite hostile at the thought of someone trying to replace their guitar god. His ferocious virtuosity on 'So Many Roads' and 'Stormy Monday' is on perfect display during that show, as Green (only 21 at the time) can be heard unleashing torrents of emotion through his '59 Les Paul.Īs the concert evolves, Green becomes a paramount of fire and grace, playing as if his life depends on every note.
