Slowhand is the fifth solo studio album by Eric Clapton. Released on 25 November 1977 by RSO Records, and titled after Clapton's nickname, it is one of his most commercially and critically successful studio albums. Slowhand produced the two hit singles "Lay Down Sally" and "Wonderful Tonight", reached various international music charts and was honoured with numerous awards and recording certifications. In 2012, a deluxe edition was released to celebrate the album's 35th anniversary.
Eric Clapton – lead vocals, guitars Dick Sims – keyboards Marcy Levy – harmony and backing vocals, co-lead vocals on "The Core" Carl Radle – bass Yvonne Elliman – harmony and backing vocals George Terry – guitars Jamie Oldaker – drums, percussion Mel Collins – saxophone on "The Core"
