Other highlights from the birthday bash include the epic “Bird Alone” and “Theme For An Imaginary Western” from Jack Bruce’s first 1969 solo album Songs for a Tailor. The performance at the Rocklife concert with Ginger Baker resulted in the 1994 studio album Around The Next Dream. The late guitarist Gary Moore also performed on one night, stepping in for Eric Clapton he was truly more than a substitute. This is the first time “White Room” has been released in this version. He advanced to become the most important writer in this trio with songs like “I Feel Free”, “Politician” and “White Room”, which originated from the collaboration with lyricist Pete Brown. This ability had made him stand out when he played in other bands with Alexis Korner, John Mayall, and Manfred Mann at the beginning of the 60s, before forming Cream in 1966.

In this spectrum the extraordinary talent of the multi-instrumentalist, composer, and singer Jack Bruce, who brought his bass to the front row as a solo instrument, can be seen. In contrast to this was the intimate “Running Thru Our Hands” with pianist Gary Husband. No one had ever experienced “Sunshine Of Your Love” in such an opulent arrangement before: brass instruments, percussions and keyboards. From Willie Dixon’s classic “Spoonful” to the magical ballad “Ships In The Night” with singer Maggie Reilly, the interpretations are distinguished by a rare talent for improvisation and intensity.

In a unique session, Bruce and guests drummer Simon Phillips and pianist Bernie Worrell celebrated jazz, rock, and blues highlights from the holy Cream days as well as songs which Jack had released on his solo records.

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