Clapton had left the limelight for several reasons, including drug dependency, alcohol abuse and emotional problems. Thankfully, Clapton was able to overcome his problems, and came back better than ever, some might argue.
Many friends helped Clapton along the way to recovery including; Pete Townshend, Ric Grech, Steve Winwood, jim Capaldi and others.
The concert was a huge success, and the album that resulted from the show was as well.
Stories of celebrities and their drug problems are all too common, but whenever someone is able to over come these issues and get back on the right track it's a good thing. Too many people leave this world too soon because of drug problems. And too many celebrities make drugs look appealing to young people making them want to try them out. the media needs to focus more on stories like this one, and show people drugs aren't the answer, but even if you do go down that road, it doesn't mean you can't come back again.
Other notable events for January 13:
-The Grateful Dead, Starship, and the Beach Boys headlined a concert on Jan. 13, 1980 to benefit victims of the Khmer Rouge in Kampuchea
-Elvis Presley returned to a Memphis recording studio for the first time on Jan. 13, 1969, since signing with RCA records in 1955
-Fred White, Earth Wind and Fire, was born on this day in 1955
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