TDF is an acronym for Totally Dysfunctional Family.
In TDF, Eric Clapton posed as “bandmember” x-sample. It was an ill-disguised attempt at anonymity. Simon Climie (keyboards / synthesizer / producer) and Paul Waller (drum programming) rounded out the “group”. Tony Rich provided some vocals, while B.B. King was sampled on one track. It has never been confirmed that Sheryl Crow participated in the recording sessions.
All songs were written and co-produced by Simon Climie and x-sample.
The Retail Therapy CD featured trip-hop, techno, R&B and ambient new age music. It was a stark departure from Eric’s previous body of work. The full-length CD grew out of music Eric and Simon composed for a Giorgio Armani Fashion Show earlier in 1996. Eric later said it served as “research and development” for Pilgrim (1998).
Released in March 1997, Retail Therapy garnered mixed reviews from critics and fans alike.
