Recorded with the short-lived supergroup Blind Faith (alongside Eric Clapton), this track remains one of the most hauntingly beautiful acoustic ballads in rock history. The 1980s Solo Renaissance

What ties it all together is the "Winwood Sound"—that high, soulful tenor that has barely aged, and a multi-instrumental talent that allowed him to play almost every instrument on many of his solo records. Essential Tracklist for a Steve Winwood Retrospective (Spencer Davis Group) Dear Mr. Fantasy (Traffic) Can't Find My Way Home (Blind Faith) While You See a Chance Valerie Higher Love Back in the High Life Again The Finer Things Roll With It Higher Love (Remix/Extended Version)

This Grammy-winning smash hit is the crown jewel of his solo career. Featuring Chaka Khan on backing vocals, it remains a staple of classic hits radio.

As the psychedelic 1960s took hold, Winwood moved away from straight pop-rock to explore jazz-fusion and folk with . Any comprehensive retrospective includes:

Listening to a curated collection of Winwood’s work is like taking a guided tour through the history of modern music. You hear the transition from the Hammond B3 organ-drenched soul of the 60s to the pristine digital production of the 80s.

A masterclass in psychedelic rock and bluesy guitar work.