Clapton and Winwood Share a Stage and Rock D.C.

Legendary '60s rockers Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood hit the stage at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C. over the weekend and reminded fans why they have endured in the music business for more than 40 years.

Drawing on their extensive solo catalogues, as well as their hits as two of the founding members of Blind Faith, including "Presence of the Lord" and "Can't Find My Way Home," the two-plus hour show was a master class in the blues. Songs such as "Driftin'" and "It's Too Bad" were featured, alongside more commercial hits from Clapton's solo work, like "Cocaine" and the stripped-down acoustic version of "Layla" that originally appeared on Clapton's "Unplugged" and has become a mainstay of his repertoire in recent years.

An unexpected and delightful highlight came when Steve Winwood took the stage alone and delivered a great rendition of Ray Charles's "Georgia on My Mind" that garnered thunderous applause from the audience. Also appreciated by the crowd was the encore, "Dear Mr. Fantasy," a nod to Winwood's days with the band, Traffic.

This was a concert experience that proved more than memorable. Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood did not disappoint, and music lovers like me can only wait and hope that these artists who have left an indelible mark on the music industry will join forces again in the years to come.