Complete List Of Blind Faith Songs From A to Z

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Blind Faith was an English supergroup that defined both the brilliance and fragility of late-1960s rock collaboration. Formed in London in 1969, the band brought together four extraordinary musicians whose collective talent would create one of the most talked-about albums of the era. Eric Clapton and Ginger Baker had just finished their tenure with Cream, while Steve Winwood came from Traffic and Ric Grech from Family. Each member arrived with a history of innovation and success, and together they sought to channel their experience into something fresh and spiritually driven. The name “Blind Faith” itself reflected their leap into the unknown, an artistic experiment that carried both promise and uncertainty.

The group began rehearsing in early 1969 at Clapton’s home in Surrey, where Winwood introduced songs that would later form the foundation of their only studio album. The chemistry between the four musicians was immediate, particularly between Winwood and Clapton, whose shared respect and musical intuition created a strong creative bond. Baker’s drumming, known for its precision and power, gave the group its rhythmic core, while Grech’s melodic bass playing provided balance. Their rehearsals evolved into lengthy jam sessions, and within a few months, Blind Faith had enough material to record its first and only studio album.

Recording sessions for the self-titled album Blind Faith took place between February and June 1969 at Morgan Studios and Olympic Studios in London, with Jimmy Miller serving as producer. The resulting record was a fusion of rock, blues, and folk influences, layered with Winwood’s soulful vocals and Clapton’s expressive guitar tone. The album featured six tracks, including “Had to Cry Today,” “Can’t Find My Way Home,” and “Presence of the Lord,” which became one of the band’s signature pieces. The musicianship throughout the album was exceptional, capturing both the virtuosity of each player and the spontaneous energy that defined the project.

The release of Blind Faith in August 1969 was met with enormous anticipation. The album’s controversial cover art, featuring a topless adolescent girl holding a silver airplane, stirred debate but also symbolized innocence and exploration. Despite the controversy, the album was a commercial triumph, reaching number one on both the UK Albums Chart and the US Billboard 200. Critics praised its musicianship and emotional depth, highlighting “Can’t Find My Way Home” as one of the era’s most haunting and enduring songs. The record remains an essential document of the period, a blend of technical mastery and raw vulnerability that captured the spirit of an age defined by musical experimentation.

Blind Faith’s live debut took place on June 7, 1969, at Hyde Park in London, before an audience commonly estimated at about 100,000 people. The concert was both a triumph and a challenge. While fans celebrated the arrival of this new supergroup, the members themselves were still developing their material, and much of the set consisted of extended improvisations and covers of songs from their previous bands. The tour that followed across the United States and Europe drew massive crowds but exposed the growing tensions within the group. Clapton, increasingly uncomfortable with the pressures of fame and the “supergroup” label, began distancing himself from the spotlight, often deferring to Winwood during performances.

By the end of 1969, Blind Faith had quietly disbanded. Their collaboration had lasted less than a year, yet it left a lasting impact on rock history. The dissolution came from a combination of exhaustion, differing musical visions, and the impossibility of sustaining such immense expectations. Clapton went on to form Derek and the Dominos, Baker founded Ginger Baker’s Air Force, and Winwood returned to Traffic. Grech later worked with both Winwood and Baker before pursuing session work.

Although their time together was brief, Blind Faith’s legacy endures through their singular album, which continues to be celebrated for its artistry and emotional resonance. Songs like “Presence of the Lord” and “Can’t Find My Way Home” remain staples of classic rock radio, and the record is often cited as one of the most successful one-album projects in history. The band’s short-lived existence reflects both the magic and volatility of collaboration among musical giants, capturing a fleeting moment when four extraordinary talents came together to create something timeless.

Blind Faith never formally reunited, although Eric Clapton and Steve Winwood later performed the band’s material together during reunion concerts and tours. Ric Grech died in 1990, and Ginger Baker died in 2019, leaving Clapton and Winwood as the group’s surviving members. The principal Blind Faith digital catalog remained centered on the original six-song album, while the expanded edition preserved nine additional studio recordings and jams. The official London Hyde Park 1969 video documented the band’s nine-song debut set and included archival bonus footage from the members’ earlier groups.

Complete List Of Blind Faith Songs From A to Z

A–E

“Acoustic Jam” – Blind Faith (Deluxe Edition) (2001)
“Can’t Find My Way Home” – Blind Faith (1969)
“Can’t Find My Way Home” – London Hyde Park 1969 (recorded June 7, 1969; video released 2005)
“Can’t Find My Way Home (Electric Version)” – Blind Faith (Deluxe Edition) (2001)
“Change of Address (Promotional Single Edit)” – Island Records promotional single, also labeled “Sales Office” on the reverse side (1969)
“Dim (Promo video clip)” – Family promotional-film excerpt included with London Hyde Park 1969 (2005)
“Do What You Like” – Blind Faith (1969)
“Do What You Like” – London Hyde Park 1969 (recorded June 7, 1969; video released 2005)
“Exchange and Mart” – Ric Grech solo-session recording added to the 1986 CD reissue of Blind Faith; not a full-band Blind Faith performance

F–J

“Had to Cry Today” – Blind Faith (1969)
“Had to Cry Today” – London Hyde Park 1969 (recorded June 7, 1969; video released 2005)
“Hole in My Shoe (Promo video clip)” – Traffic promotional-film excerpt included with London Hyde Park 1969 (2005)
“Hole in My Shoe (Promo video)” – Traffic promotional-film excerpt included with London Hyde Park 1969 (2005)
“I Feel Free (60s Intro)” – Cream recording used in the introductory archive montage for London Hyde Park 1969 (2005)
“I’m a Man (Promo video clip)” – Spencer Davis Group promotional-film excerpt included with London Hyde Park 1969 (2005)
“I’m a Man (Promo video)” – Spencer Davis Group promotional-film excerpt included with London Hyde Park 1969 (2005)
“I’m So Glad (Cream’s Farewell Concert)” – Cream archival performance included with London Hyde Park 1969 (2005)
“Jam No. 1: Very Long & Good Jam” – Blind Faith (Deluxe Edition) (2001)
“Jam No. 2: Slow Jam No. 1” – Blind Faith (Deluxe Edition) (2001)
“Jam No. 3: Change of Address Jam” – Blind Faith (Deluxe Edition) (2001)
“Jam No. 4: Slow Jam No. 2” – Blind Faith (Deluxe Edition) (2001)

K–O

“Means to an End” – London Hyde Park 1969 (recorded June 7, 1969; video released 2005)

P–T

“Presence of the Lord” – Blind Faith (1969)
“Presence of the Lord” – London Hyde Park 1969 (recorded June 7, 1969; video released 2005)
“Sea of Joy” – Blind Faith (1969)
“Sea of Joy” – London Hyde Park 1969 (recorded June 7, 1969; video released 2005)
“Sleeping in the Ground” – Blind Faith (Deluxe Edition) (2001)
“Sleeping in the Ground” – London Hyde Park 1969 (recorded June 7, 1969; video released 2005)
“Sleeping in the Ground (Slow Blues Version)” – Blind Faith (Deluxe Edition) (2001)
“Spending All My Days” – Ric Grech solo-session recording added to the 1986 CD reissue of Blind Faith; not a full-band Blind Faith performance
“Sunshine of Your Love (Cream’s Farewell Concert)” – Cream archival performance included with London Hyde Park 1969 (2005)
“Time Winds” – Blind Faith (Deluxe Edition) (2001)
“Toad (Cream’s Farewell Concert)” – Cream archival performance included with London Hyde Park 1969 (2005)

U–Z

“Under My Thumb” – London Hyde Park 1969 (recorded June 7, 1969; video released 2005)
“Well All Right” – Blind Faith (1969)
“Well All Right” – London Hyde Park 1969 (recorded June 7, 1969; video released 2005)