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People, Hell & Angels

Jimi Hendrix · 2013

72 min · 13 tracks · hard rock · psychedelic rock · blues rock

Posthumous recordings blend bluesy rock riffs with psychedelic experimentation, showcasing Hendrix's unparalleled guitar mastery.

Why listen to this

Best for
gradual build to emotional climax intense guitar exploration moments late-night reflective listening sessions
Context
Released in 2013, 'People, Hell & Angels' features previously unreleased studio recordings from the late 1960s. This album came out over four decades after Jimi Hendrix's untimely death in 1970, highlighting his continued influence and the enduring interest in his music. It provides insight into Hendrix's evolving sound during a period of intense creativity before his passing.
If you like
hard rock, psychedelic rock, blues rock

People, Hell & Angels is an album by Jimi Hendrix, released in 2013. Posthumous recordings blend bluesy rock riffs with psychedelic experimentation, showcasing Hendrix's unparalleled guitar mastery. 'People, Hell & Angels' debuted at number 2 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant posthumous commercial success for Hendrix. The album received positive critical acclaim for its fresh arrangements and previously unheard material, further solidifying Hendrix’s legacy as an innovator in rock music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does People, Hell & Angels sound like?

Posthumous recordings blend bluesy rock riffs with psychedelic experimentation, showcasing Hendrix's unparalleled guitar mastery. Rooted in hard rock and psychedelic rock.

What makes People, Hell & Angels by Jimi Hendrix notable?

'People, Hell & Angels' debuted at number 2 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant posthumous commercial success for Hendrix. The album received positive critical acclaim for its fresh arrangements and previously unheard material, further solidifying Hendrix’s legacy as an innovator in rock music. Released in 2013, 'People, Hell & Angels' features previously unreleased studio recordings from the late 1960s. This album came out over four decades after Jimi Hendrix's untimely death in 1970, highlighting his continued influence and the enduring interest in his music. It provides insight into Hendrix's evolving sound during a period of intense creativity before his passing.

Who is People, Hell & Angels for?

People, Hell & Angels works well if you're into gradual build to emotional climax, intense guitar exploration moments and late-night reflective listening sessions.

How many songs are on People, Hell & Angels?

People, Hell & Angels has 13 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·72:49

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Earth Blues 3:34
  • 2 Somewhere 4:06
  • 3 Hear My Train a Comin' Standout 5:42
  • 4 Bleeding Heart Standout 3:59
  • 5 Let Me Move You 6:51
  • 6 Izabella Standout 3:43
  • 7 Easy Blues 5:57
  • 8 Crash Landing 4:15
  • 9 Inside Out 5:04
  • 10 Hey Gypsy Boy 3:40
  • 11 Mojo Man 4:07
  • 12 Villanova Junction Blues 1:46
  • 13 Ezy Ryder / MLK Jam (Captain Coconut) 20:00

Release Date

March 5, 2013

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

72 min 49 sec