Eric Clapton announced last week that he will perform with a new backing band on his 2014 tour dates. According to Clapton’s website, fans will see the legendary guitarist perform with some “familiar faces…and old friends.” Joining him on stage will be Nathan East (bass), Steve Gadd (drums), Chris Stainton and Paul Carrack (keyboards) and Sharon White and Michelle John (backing vocals).

The website reported that a few dates will be added to the 2014 Far and Mid East Tour in the coming weeks, and that Clapton and his new band will also undertake two small tours in the spring and early summer have not yet been announced.

Eric Clapton & His Band Tour Dates

February 18 Tokyo, Japan – Nippon Budokan
February 20 Tokyo, Japan – Nippon Budokan
February 21 Tokyo, Japan – Nippon Budokan
February 23 Yokohama, Japan – Yokohama Arena
February 25 Nagoya, Japan – Aichi Prefectural Gymnasium
February 26 Osaka, Japan – Osaka-Jo Hall
February 28 Tokyo, Japan – Nippon Budokan
March 4 Singapore – Singapore Indoor Stadium
March 6 Dubai, UAE – Dubai Media City Amphitheatre