Both Sides of the Sky
Jimi Hendrix · 2018
65 min · 13 tracks · hard rock · psychedelic rock · blues rock
A vibrant tapestry of blues-infused rock showcasing Hendrix's unparalleled guitar mastery and soulful vocal expressions.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like dynamics throughout listening soulful expressions of heartfelt themes exploratory journey through emotions
- Context
- Released posthumously in 2018, 'Both Sides of the Sky' is a compilation of unreleased tracks recorded between 1968 and 1970. This album comes after 'People, Hell and Angels' (2013) and serves as an extension of Hendrix's musical legacy, highlighting his evolution as an artist during his most creative period.
- If you like
- hard rock, psychedelic rock, blues rock
Both Sides of the Sky is an album by Jimi Hendrix, released in 2018. A vibrant tapestry of blues-infused rock showcasing Hendrix's unparalleled guitar mastery and soulful vocal expressions. The album debuted at number 1 on the Billboard Blues Albums chart, demonstrating Hendrix's enduring popularity and influence. It features previously unreleased tracks that provide insight into his artistic process and stylistic range, reinforcing his status as a pivotal figure in rock history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Both Sides of the Sky sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of blues-infused rock showcasing Hendrix's unparalleled guitar mastery and soulful vocal expressions. Rooted in hard rock and psychedelic rock.
What makes Both Sides of the Sky by Jimi Hendrix notable?
The album debuted at number 1 on the Billboard Blues Albums chart, demonstrating Hendrix's enduring popularity and influence. It features previously unreleased tracks that provide insight into his artistic process and stylistic range, reinforcing his status as a pivotal figure in rock history. Released posthumously in 2018, 'Both Sides of the Sky' is a compilation of unreleased tracks recorded between 1968 and 1970. This album comes after 'People, Hell and Angels' (2013) and serves as an extension of Hendrix's musical legacy, highlighting his evolution as an artist during his most creative period.
Who is Both Sides of the Sky for?
Both Sides of the Sky works well if you're into wave-like dynamics throughout listening, soulful expressions of heartfelt themes and exploratory journey through emotions.
How many songs are on Both Sides of the Sky?
Both Sides of the Sky has 13 tracks, running approximately 65 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mannish Boy 5:01
- 2 Lover Man 3:03
- 3 Hear My Train a Comin’ Standout 7:26
- 4 Stepping Stone 3:14
- 5 $20 Fine 5:00
- 6 Power of Soul Standout 5:56
- 7 Jungle 3:29
- 8 Things I Used to Do 3:42
- 9 Georgia Blues 7:56
- 10 Sweet Angel Standout 3:56
- 11 Woodstock 5:19
- 12 Send My Love to Linda 4:37
- 13 Cherokee Mist 7:01
Release Date
January 1, 2018
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
65 min 45 sec
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