The Cry of Love
Jimi Hendrix · 1971
40 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · psychedelic rock · blues rock
A vibrant blend of blues, rock, and psychedelic sounds that captures Hendrix's innovative guitar work and soulful vocals.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo groove throughout soulful moments of reflection vibrant sounds for afternoon drives
- Context
- Released on March 5, 1971, 'The Cry of Love' was Jimi Hendrix's first posthumous album, emerging after his untimely death in September 1970. This album marked a significant moment in Hendrix's legacy as it compiled tracks recorded during the last year of his life, showcasing his evolving sound and artistic direction.
- If you like
- hard rock, psychedelic rock, blues rock
The Cry of Love is an album by Jimi Hendrix, released in 1971. A vibrant blend of blues, rock, and psychedelic sounds that captures Hendrix's innovative guitar work and soulful vocals. 'The Cry of Love' is notable for its commercial success, reaching No. 3 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album has been recognized for its influence on subsequent rock music and is often cited as a pivotal release that encapsulates Hendrix's exploration of themes such as freedom and personal introspection. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Cry of Love sound like?
A vibrant blend of blues, rock, and psychedelic sounds that captures Hendrix's innovative guitar work and soulful vocals. Rooted in hard rock and psychedelic rock.
What makes The Cry of Love by Jimi Hendrix notable?
'The Cry of Love' is notable for its commercial success, reaching No. 3 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album has been recognized for its influence on subsequent rock music and is often cited as a pivotal release that encapsulates Hendrix's exploration of themes such as freedom and personal introspection. Released on March 5, 1971, 'The Cry of Love' was Jimi Hendrix's first posthumous album, emerging after his untimely death in September 1970. This album marked a significant moment in Hendrix's legacy as it compiled tracks recorded during the last year of his life, showcasing his evolving sound and artistic direction.
Who is The Cry of Love for?
The Cry of Love works well if you're into steady mid-tempo groove throughout, soulful moments of reflection and vibrant sounds for afternoon drives.
How many songs are on The Cry of Love?
The Cry of Love has 10 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Freedom Standout 3:26
- 2 Drifting 3:50
- 3 Ezy Ryder 4:10
- 4 Night Bird Flying 3:52
- 5 My Friend 4:39
- 6 Straight Ahead 4:43
- 7 Astro Man 3:34
- 8 Angel Standout 4:25
- 9 In From the Storm Standout 3:42
- 10 Belly Button Window 3:37
Release Date
March 5, 1971
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
40 min 2 sec
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