Cornerstones: 1967–1970
Jimi Hendrix · 1990
68 min · 18 tracks · hard rock · psychedelic rock · blues rock
A vibrant tapestry of blues-infused rock and psychedelic anthems that defined a generation's soundscape.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- for nostalgic reflections
- great for late-night listening
- engaging live energy moments
- cathartic releases throughout
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike longer, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Themes
- 1960s counterculture· psychedelic exploration· electric blues mastery
- Career context
- Released in 1990, 'Cornerstones: 1967–1970' serves as a retrospective compilation highlighting Jimi Hendrix's groundbreaking work before his untimely death in 1970. This album comes almost two decades after his debut with The Jimi Hendrix Experience, showcasing his evolution as a guitarist and songwriter during the formative years of rock music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jeff Beck· Eric Clapton· Stevie Ray Vaughan
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Disraeli Gears by Cream — Shares a vibrant psychedelic blues sound and innovative guitar work, echoing Hendrix's style.L.A. Woman by The Doors — Explores similar themes of 1960s counterculture with a bluesy rock sound and evocative lyrics.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hey Joe 3:32
- 2 Purple Haze 2:51
- 3 The Wind Cries Mary 3:22
- 4 Foxy Lady 3:18
- 5 Crosstown Traffic 2:27
- 6 All Along the Watchtower 4:01
- 7 Voodoo Chile (slight return) 5:13
- 8 Have You Ever Been (to Electric Ladyland) 2:09
- 9 Star Spangled Banner 4:10
- 10 Stepping Stone 4:09
- 11 Room Full of Mirrors 3:18
- 12 Ezy Ryder 4:09
- 13 Freedom 3:27
- 14 Drifting 3:48
- 15 In From the Storm 3:43
- 16 Angel 4:28
- 17 Fire (live) 3:57
- 18 Stone Free (live) 6:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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