Blues
Jimi Hendrix · 1994
72 min · 11 tracks · hard rock
A raw and intimate exploration of blues, merging heartfelt acoustic performances with Hendrix's signature electric intensity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hear My Train a Comin' (acoustic) Start here — This track captures Hendrix's vulnerable side through poignant acoustic guitar work and emotive vocals, setting the tone for the album's exploration of blues themes.
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Born Under a Bad Sign — Hendrix’s rendition infuses the classic blues standard with his distinctive style, blending traditional elements with innovative guitar solos that showcase his technical prowess.
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Red House — 'Red House' exemplifies Hendrix's ability to convey deep emotion through his guitar playing and vocals, making it a quintessential track that reflects his mastery of the blues.
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Voodoo Chile Blues — This extended version highlights Hendrix’s improvisational skill, blending storytelling with intricate guitar work that immerses listeners in the heart of the blues narrative.
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
- instant gratification seekers
- short track enthusiasts
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Showcases Hendrix's blues roots but is less known than other major releases.
- Themes
- electric blues revival· soulful guitar expressions
- Career context
- Released in 1994, 'Blues' compiles previously unreleased recordings from Jimi Hendrix's storied career. This album arrived posthumously, highlighting his deep roots in the blues genre as he evolved from a rock icon to a blues master.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jeff Beck· Eric Clapton· Stevie Ray Vaughan
Tracklist
- 1 Hear My Train a Comin' (acoustic) Start here 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
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Texas Flood
Stevie Ray Vaughan
Shares raw, emotive guitar work and deep blues roots, channeling similar heartfelt expressions.
From the Cradle
Eric Clapton
Features soulful electric blues interpretations, focusing on expressive guitar and traditional themes.
Blues of Desperation
Joe Bonamassa
Combines modern electric blues with passionate guitar solos, echoing Hendrix's emotive style.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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