Episode 166: “Crossroads” by Cream
A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs
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The Death of Cream
Clapton was horrified when Baker told him they couldn't afford a PA system. The group cancelled the next 10 days' worth of shows, and Clapton went home. They put the finishing touches on wheels of fire, and it was released to a mixed reception. White Room became a minor hit in the UK, but a top ten hit in the US. Their next single, Anyone for Tennis, barely scraped the top 40 in the UK,. It didn't even make the Hot 100 in the U.S.
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