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The Jimi Hendrix Experience

The Jimi Hendrix Experience

Album 2000
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About this album

Sound: "A vibrant tapestry of electric guitar wizardry intertwined with emotive vocals and experimental soundscapes."

Where they were

Released in 2000, 'The Jimi Hendrix Experience' compiles some of Hendrix's most iconic performances, highlighting his enduring influence even decades after his passing in 1970. This album appeared as a testament to the lasting legacy of Hendrix's groundbreaking work, showcasing live recordings and studio gems that defined his career during the late 1960s.

Why it matters

'The Jimi Hendrix Experience' serves as an essential collection for understanding Hendrix's impact on rock music, featuring tracks that resonated with listeners and influenced countless artists. The album includes notable live performances that capture the essence of Hendrix's electrifying stage presence, helping it to achieve critical acclaim and further solidifying his status as a legendary guitarist.

Essential tracks

  • "Purple Haze" — This track exemplifies Hendrix's innovative guitar techniques and lyrical depth, becoming one of his defining songs and a staple of rock music.
  • "Little Wing" — A beautiful blend of melody and intricate guitar work, 'Little Wing' showcases Hendrix's ability to convey emotion through music, making it a beloved classic.
  • "Voodoo Child (Slight Return)" — 'Voodoo Child' stands out for its powerful riffs and improvisational brilliance, representing the pinnacle of Hendrix's live performances.
  • "All Along the Watchtower" — Hendrix's rendition of this Bob Dylan classic transformed it into a rock anthem, illustrating his skill at reinterpreting existing works with unique flair.
  • "Foxy Lady" — 'Foxy Lady' highlights Hendrix's signature sound and provocative lyrics, solidifying his role as a pioneering figure in the hard rock genre.

Release Date

September 12, 2000

Artist Origin

United States

Tracklist

Disc 1

  1. 1 Purple Haze 3:26
  2. 2 Killing Floor (live) 3:05
  3. 3 Hey Joe (live) 2:52
  4. 4 Foxy Lady 3:27
  5. 5 Highway Chile 3:40
  6. 6 Hey Joe 3:06
  7. 7 Title #3 2:12
  8. 8 Third Stone From the Sun 9:18
  9. 9 Taking Care of No Business 3:42
  10. 10 Here He Comes (Lover Man) 3:02
  11. 11 Burning of the Midnight Lamp 1:30
  12. 12 If 6 Was 9 5:57
  13. 13 Rock Me Baby (live) 3:20
  14. 14 Like a Rolling Stone (live) 6:48

Disc 2

  1. 1 Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band (live) 1:51
  2. 2 Burning of the Midnight Lamp (live) 4:06
  3. 3 Little Wing 3:23
  4. 4 Little Miss Lover 2:21
  5. 5 The Wind Cries Mary (live) 4:11
  6. 6 Catfish Blues (live) 5:26
  7. 7 Bold as Love 7:09
  8. 8 Sweet Angel 4:12
  9. 9 Fire (live) 2:43
  10. 10 Somewhere 3:48
  11. 11 Have You Ever Been (to Electric Ladyland) 1:28
  12. 12 Gypsy Eyes 3:43
  13. 13 Room Full of Mirrors 1:26
  14. 14 Gloria 8:53
  15. 15 It’s Too Bad 8:52
  16. 16 Star Spangled Banner 4:12

Disc 3

  1. 1 Stone Free 3:43
  2. 2 Spanish Castle Magic 5:50
  3. 3 Hear My Train a Comin’ 6:58
  4. 4 Room Full of Mirrors 7:56
  5. 5 I Don’t Live Today (live) 6:33
  6. 6 Little Wing (live) 3:16
  7. 7 Red House (live) 13:07
  8. 8 Purple Haze (live) 4:03
  9. 9 Voodoo Child (slight return) (live) 7:53
  10. 10 Izabella 3:39

Disc 4

  1. 1 Message to Love 3:35
  2. 2 Earth Blues 4:08
  3. 3 Astro Man 4:11
  4. 4 Country Blues 8:26
  5. 5 Freedom 3:52
  6. 6 Johnny B. Goode (live) 4:46
  7. 7 Lover Man 2:57
  8. 8 Blue Suede Shoes (live) 4:28
  9. 9 Cherokee Mist 6:02
  10. 10 Come Down Hard on Me 3:18
  11. 11 Hey Baby / In From the Storm (live) 8:56
  12. 12 Ezy Ryder 3:43
  13. 13 Night Bird Flying 4:24
  14. 14 All Along the Watchtower (live) 4:22
  15. 15 In From the Storm (live) 4:21
  16. 16 Slow Blues 1:45

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