"I Still Do" is the twentieth solo studio album by Eric Clapton, released in 2016 through Bushbranch Records and Surfdog Records. The album blends new material written by Clapton with classic songs, contemporary tunes, and influences, all reinterpreted in his signature style. It marks the follow-up to his 2014 album The Breeze: An Appreciation of JJ Cale and his 2015 live album Slowhand at 70 – Live at the Royal Albert Hall, continuing Clapton's rich legacy of blending blues, rock, and personal expression.
Produced by Glyn Johns, who had worked with Clapton on Slowhand (1977) and Backless (1978), I Still Do carries forward the collaborative dynamic they had on those earlier records. The album’s cover features a portrait of Clapton by renowned British artist Peter Blake, who had previously worked with Clapton on the 1991 album 24 Nights. Blake’s artwork on this album adds to the personal connection between Clapton and the visual elements of his music.
A particular element of intrigue surrounding the album was the listing of “Angelo Mysterioso” as a contributor on the track "I Will Be There." The name closely resembles “L'Angelo Misterioso,” a pseudonym George Harrison sometimes used in his collaborations. This led to media speculation about whether Dhani Harrison, George's son, was involved in the project, though Clapton's management declined to confirm or deny the identity of “Angelo Mysterioso.” Speculation continued when Ed Sheeran joined Clapton on stage during a performance in Tokyo and later confirmed his collaboration on the track, crediting the pseudonym in his own work as well.
I Still Do was released in multiple formats, including digital download, vinyl (in a two-disc, 45RPM format for improved sound quality), and CD. A special limited edition was also made available, featuring a vacuum tube-shaped USB with bonus content such as two exclusive tracks, "Lonesome" and "Freight Train," as well as behind-the-scenes videos and polaroid photos from the recording sessions. The album received attention for its blend of Clapton's classic sound with a fresh perspective and deepening ties to his musical roots.
