Midnight Lightning
Jimi Hendrix · 1975
36 min · 8 tracks · hard rock · psychedelic rock · blues rock
A raw tapestry of electric blues and psychedelic rock that pulses with Hendrix's signature guitar virtuosity.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady flow with climactic moments electric for late nights guitar-driven reflections on life
- Context
- Released posthumously in 1975, 'Midnight Lightning' captures Jimi Hendrix's experimental spirit during his final years. This album arrived four years after his groundbreaking release, 'Electric Ladyland', showcasing unreleased tracks and jams that reflect his evolving style and musical explorations.
- If you like
- hard rock, psychedelic rock, blues rock
Midnight Lightning is an album by Jimi Hendrix, released in 1975. A raw tapestry of electric blues and psychedelic rock that pulses with Hendrix's signature guitar virtuosity. 'Midnight Lightning' is significant for its insight into Hendrix's creative process and features tracks that have influenced countless artists across rock genres. The album received mixed reviews but has been acknowledged for its historical importance, particularly in the context of posthumous releases that shaped Hendrix's legacy. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Midnight Lightning sound like?
A raw tapestry of electric blues and psychedelic rock that pulses with Hendrix's signature guitar virtuosity. Rooted in hard rock and psychedelic rock.
What makes Midnight Lightning by Jimi Hendrix notable?
'Midnight Lightning' is significant for its insight into Hendrix's creative process and features tracks that have influenced countless artists across rock genres. The album received mixed reviews but has been acknowledged for its historical importance, particularly in the context of posthumous releases that shaped Hendrix's legacy. Released posthumously in 1975, 'Midnight Lightning' captures Jimi Hendrix's experimental spirit during his final years. This album arrived four years after his groundbreaking release, 'Electric Ladyland', showcasing unreleased tracks and jams that reflect his evolving style and musical explorations.
Who is Midnight Lightning for?
Midnight Lightning works well if you're into steady flow with climactic moments, electric for late nights and guitar-driven reflections on life.
How many songs are on Midnight Lightning?
Midnight Lightning has 8 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Trashman 3:16
- 2 Midnight Lightning Standout 3:49
- 3 Hear My Train A Coming Standout 5:45
- 4 Gypsy Boy 3:46
- 5 Blue Suede Shoes 3:30
- 6 Machine Gun Standout 7:37
- 7 Once I Had a Woman 5:21
- 8 Beginnings (Jam Back at the House) 3:02
Release Date
January 1, 1975
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
36 min 9 sec
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