What makes People, Hell & Angels by Jimi Hendrix notable?

'People, Hell & Angels' debuted at number 2 on the Billboard 200 chart, marking a significant posthumous commercial success for Hendrix. The album received positive critical acclaim for its fresh arrangements and previously unheard material, further solidifying Hendrix’s legacy as an innovator in rock music. Released in 2013, 'People, Hell & Angels' features previously unreleased studio recordings from the late 1960s. This album came out over four decades after Jimi Hendrix's untimely death in 1970, highlighting his continued influence and the enduring interest in his music. It provides insight into Hendrix's evolving sound during a period of intense creativity before his passing.

Who is People, Hell & Angels for?

People, Hell & Angels works well if you're into gradual build to emotional climax, intense guitar exploration moments and late-night reflective listening sessions.

How many songs are on People, Hell & Angels?

People, Hell & Angels has 13 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.

People, Hell & Angels

Jimi Hendrix · 2013

72 min · 13 tracks · hard rock · psychedelic rock · blues rock

Posthumous recordings blend bluesy rock riffs with psychedelic experimentation, showcasing Hendrix's unparalleled guitar mastery.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

gradual build to emotional climax
intense guitar exploration moments
late-night reflective listening sessions
bluesy riffs with psychedelic flair
immersive journey through sound

Maybe skip if you want

seeking quick, catchy tracks
prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Themes: 1960s experimentalism· blues-infused storytelling· psychedelic guitar mastery
Career context: Released in 2013, 'People, Hell & Angels' features previously unreleased studio recordings from the late 1960s. This album came out over four decades after Jimi Hendrix's untimely death in 1970, highlighting his continued influence and the enduring interest in his music. It provides insight into Hendrix's evolving sound during a period of intense creativity before his passing.
Stylistic neighbors: Jeff Beck· Eric Clapton· Stevie Ray Vaughan
Sounds like this from elsewhere: L.A. Woman by The Doors — Both explore bluesy rock with a psychedelic edge, featuring expressive guitar work and introspective lyrics.

Disraeli Gears by Cream — Shares the same blend of blues rock and psychedelic experimentation, with virtuosic guitar solos and vivid storytelling.

Born Under a Bad Sign by Albert King — Combines soulful blues riffs and emotional lyrics, resonating with Hendrix's blues-infused storytelling approach.