First Rays of the New Rising Sun
Jimi Hendrix · 1997
70 min · 17 tracks · hard rock · psychedelic rock · blues rock
A vibrant tapestry of blues-infused rock that showcases Hendrix's unparalleled guitar artistry and lyrical depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- gradual peaks of emotional depth
- vibrant energy for afternoon drives
- inviting sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer short standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- posthumous creativity· early 1970s experimentation· electric blues evolution
- Career context
- Released posthumously in 1997, 'First Rays of the New Rising Sun' compiles Jimi Hendrix's unreleased tracks from the early 1970s. This album serves as a window into his creative process during a transitional phase, following his groundbreaking work on 'Electric Ladyland' in 1968. The collection reflects Hendrix's evolving sound and artistic vision before his untimely death in 1970.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jeff Beck· Eric Clapton· Stevie Ray Vaughan
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Still Alive and Well by Johnny Winter — Shares a similar blues-infused rock sound with vibrant guitar work and emotional depth.Eat a Peach by The Allman Brothers Band — Combines elements of electric blues and rock with improvisational flair, echoing Hendrix's experimentation.Disraeli Gears by Cream — Features psychedelic rock elements and dynamic guitar solos that resonate with Hendrix's innovative style.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Freedom 3:28
- 2 Izabella 2:51
- 3 Night Bird Flying 3:53
- 4 Angel 4:23
- 5 Room Full of Mirrors 3:23
- 6 Dolly Dagger 4:45
- 7 Ezy Ryder 4:10
- 8 Drifting 3:50
- 9 Beginnings 4:14
- 10 Stepping Stone 4:14
- 11 My Friend 4:38
- 12 Straight Ahead 4:44
- 13 Hey Baby (New Rising Sun) 6:06
- 14 Earth Blues 4:23
- 15 Astro Man 3:36
- 16 In From the Storm 3:43
- 17 Belly Button Window 3:36
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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