Blind Faith Members, Gear & Sound

English rock supergroup

Genre

Rock Blues Blues rock Country rock Folk rock Art rock Progressive rock Psychedelic rock Roots rock Electric blues Hard rock Classic rock supergroup british blues mellow gold

Members

Select a Blind Faith band member to check out the music gear they use live and in the studio.

Eric Clapton

Roles:

Guitarist

Groups:

Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes Cream Derek and the Dominos The Yardbirds The Plastic Ono Band John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers George's Band Eric Clapton & His All Star Band The Dirty Mac The Louisiana Gator Boys The Secret Police Delaney & Bonnie and Friends T.D.F. The Singing Rebel's Band The Singing Rebel's Band Eric Clapton and the Powerhouse Immediate All Stars Eric Clapton And His Band Slowhand and Van Eric Clapton & The Powerhouse Sean Head Showband Sting with Eric Clapton B.B. King & Eric Clapton

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Steve Winwood

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Keyboardist Music Producer

Groups:

The Spencer Davis Group Traffic Ginger Baker's Air Force The Louisiana Gator Boys Eric Clapton and the Powerhouse Eric Clapton & The Powerhouse Steve Winwood & Roger Daltrey Graham Bell, Steve Winwood, Maggie Bell & Roger Daltry Maggie Bell & Steve Winwood Richard Harris, Roger Daltry & Steve Winwood Go The Latin Crossings Stomu Yamashta's Go

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Denny Laine

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Bassist Keyboardist

Groups:

Wings The Moody Blues The Jeff Beck Group Ginger Baker's Air Force Rockestra A Walk Down Abbey Road It Was Fifty Years Ago Today Denny Laine and The Diplomats B.L. & G. (Burton, Laine & Gibbons) Balls

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Ginger Baker

Roles:

Drummer

Groups:

Cream Masters of Reality Ginger Baker's Air Force BBM Hawkwind Alexis Korner's Blues Incorporated The Ginger Baker Band The Graham Bond Organisation

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Ric Grech

Roles:

Bassist

Groups:

Traffic Ginger Baker's Air Force

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About

Blind Faith was an iconic British rock supergroup formed in 1969, bringing together some of the most celebrated musicians of the era. The band consisted of Eric Clapton (guitar, vocals), known for his work with Cream; Steve Winwood (vocals, keyboards, guitar) from Traffic; Ginger Baker (drums), also from Cream; and Rick Grech (bass, violin), formerly of Family. Their music was a blend of rock, blues, and psychedelic influences, reflecting the diverse backgrounds of its members. Despite their brief existence, Blind Faith managed to make a significant impact with their self-titled album, which is often celebrated for its complex musical textures and the collaborative energy of its members.

How to Sound Like Blind Faith

To capture Blind Faith’s sound, musicians should focus on achieving a rich and layered sonic character that balances bluesy riffs with psychedelic undertones. The guitar work is both melodic and powerful, often featuring warm, overdriven tones that can be achieved with a classic tube amp like the Vox AC30, favored by Clapton for its distinctive, chime-like quality. Clapton's use of the Fender Stratocaster contributes to the clear, expressive lead lines that are a staple of their music. Additionally, the use of fuzz effects, such as the Sola Sound Tone Bender Professional MKII, can infuse the sound with the gritty texture characteristic of their era. The synergy of these elements with Winwood's soulful vocals and Baker's dynamic drumming creates a sound that is both expansive and grounded, epitomizing the innovative spirit of late '60s rock.

Discography

Blind Faith

1969

Hyde Park '69

2020

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Want to sound like Blind Faith? This gear comes straight from the setups of the band's members, based on proven sources. Dive into each artist's page for more detail and inspiration.