Backless is a studio album by Eric Clapton, released in 1978 on RSO Records. The album reflects Clapton’s late‑1970s shift toward a smoother, more laid‑back blues rock and soft rock sound, moving away from extended guitar showcases toward concise, groove‑oriented songwriting.

Produced by Glyn Johns, the record features a relaxed West Coast feel with strong rhythm section work and understated guitar lines. Notable tracks include Promises, If I Don’t Be There By Morning, Early in the Morning, Golden Ring, and Tulsa Time. Promises became a major international hit and is one of Clapton’s best‑known songs from this period.

This copy is a UK pressing, identifiable by:

• RSO Records yellow label with red cow logo

• Catalogue number RS 1‑3039

• Stereo, 33⅓ RPM

• ℗ 1978 RSO Records Inc.

• Manufactured and marketed by RSO Records Inc., Los Angeles

• Produced by Glyn Johns

The sleeve artwork, showing Clapton seated casually with a guitar in a warmly lit room, visually reinforces the album’s relaxed, intimate tone.

Format: 12” LP

Label: RSO Records

Catalogue No.: RS 1‑3039

Country: UK

Year: 1978

Condition: VG+ / VG+