Original sentence: During the sessions, Clapton was devastated by the death of his friend Jimi Hendrix; eight days previously the band had cut a version of Little Wing, which was added to the album as a tribute.The album although initially thought to be a flop in Clapton's career is now considered among Clapton's most outstanding achievements
Edited sentence: During the sessions, Clapton was devastated by the death of Jimi Hendrix; eight days previously the band had cut a version of Little Wing, which was added to the album as a tribute.Time has only added to the reputation of the group, which is now considered among Clapton's most outstanding achievements