Blues
Jimi Hendrix · 1994
72 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · psychedelic rock · blues rock
A raw, soulful journey through blues traditions infused with Hendrix's signature electric flair and emotive guitar work.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- raw emotional guitar expressions
- soulful journey through
- gradual build to climax
- long-form reflective listening
- intimate late-night solitude
Maybe skip if you want
- instant gratification seekers
- short track enthusiasts
Where this album fits
- Themes
- electric blues revival· soulful guitar expressions
- Career context
- Released posthumously in 1994, 'Blues' compiles Jimi Hendrix's explorations of the genre throughout his brief but impactful career. This album showcases recordings from various stages, including earlier acoustic renditions and electrifying performances, highlighting his deep connections to blues as a foundation for his innovative sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jeff Beck· Eric Clapton· Stevie Ray Vaughan
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Texas Flood by Stevie Ray Vaughan — Shares raw, emotive guitar work and deep blues roots, channeling similar heartfelt expressions.From the Cradle by Eric Clapton — Features soulful electric blues interpretations, focusing on expressive guitar and traditional themes.Blues of Desperation by Joe Bonamassa — Combines modern electric blues with passionate guitar solos, echoing Hendrix's emotive style.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hear My Train a Comin' (acoustic) 3:06
- 2 Born Under a Bad Sign 7:37
- 3 Red House 3:43
- 4 Catfish Blues 7:47
- 5 Voodoo Chile Blues 8:47
- 6 Mannish Boy 5:21
- 7 Once I Had a Woman 7:49
- 8 Bleeding Heart 3:26
- 9 Jelly 292 6:24
- 10 Electric Church Red House 6:13
- 11 Hear My Train a Comin' (electric) 12:09
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