I think the only true way to measure a muscian's greatness is by what their peers think. The respect that has been shown to Clapton by countless guitar greats that came before and after him speak's for itself. Even Steve Morse sites Clapton as a major influence on his playing! Mabey Clapton isn't a Jazz or Classical master of the Guitar but he is a master of the Blues! I do not like all the music he has done over the years but I will say all that he plays truly comes from the heart.
" The greatest living Guitarist " BUDDY GUY!!!!!!!
" The greatest living Guitarist " BUDDY GUY!!!!!!!