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After the disorganised and often unlistenable Alan Douglas-produced reissues in the 1970s and '80s, MCA has been releasing the vast Hendrix archives in an intelligent and methodical manner. Blues is a perfect example, making the case that--on top of everything else--Jimi Hendrix was one fine blues guitarist. Combining the fluid lines of B.B. King with the spikiness of Hubert Sumlin and the crying tone of Elmore James with his usual synapse-frying intensity, Hendrix manages to both honour the music tradition while remaining uniquely himself. These studio outtakes and warm-ups (plus one previously released track, the magnificent "Hear My Train a Comin'") include a playful "Mannish Boy", the slow burn of "Once I Had A Woman" and a metallic "Bleeding Heart". --Steven Mirkin
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(1966-70 'Polydor')(72:30/11) Nach all dem Schrott, der in den letzten 20 Jahren den Hendrix-Fans als Vermächtnis angeboten wurde, ist diese großartige Zusammenstellung für Bluesfreunde mit Sicherheit DAS Hendrix-Album! Teils eigenwillige, teils konventionelle und akustische Interpretationen
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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Like the previous reviewer, I also am a fan of blues guitar music (a HUGE fan) and greatly appreciate the talents of Leadbelly, Lightnin' Hopkins, Blind Lemon Jefferson, Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, BB King, John Lee Hooker, Johnny Guitar Watson, Fred McDowell, Gary Davis etc (and even one or two white guys !). And, entirely worthy of inclusion in this catalogue of blues brilliance, is Jimi Hendrix.
One of the best things about the blues is the fact that it provides such a good framework for its practitioners to develop their own styles and sounds, each making their own unique contribution to the genre. Well, Jimi fits seemlessly into this tradition. Indeed, Jimi's contribution could be considered as particularly interesting - on one hand, he is entirely steeped in traditional blues, while on the other hand, he personifies his own generation, his howling screeching wailing guitar (plus sustain and feedback off his speakers) being the very embodiment of the psychedelic experience.
Furthermore, Jimi manages, in my opinion, to communicate deeper and more intense emotion in both his guitar and voice than almost any other musician which, alongside his technical virtuosity, is quite simply the perfect combination for crying the blues.
As for this CD, its definitely a mixed bag - ranging from those that originated as warm-ups, jams and impromptu performances, to some old favourites, to some gems that would have been worthy of general release in their own right. While some of the content is quite 'dry', others (like Mannish Boy, Voodoo Chile Blues, Once I Had A Woman and both versions of Hear My Train) are superb and there is even one track that I consider to be a genuine masterpiece! Born Under A Bad Sign!! This track is not only a great classic (Albert King & Booker T Jones), but the result of Jimi's treatment is a classic cover version - and is one of the most exquisite electric blue howls I have EVER heard! (Cream's cover of the same song -also brilliant- is an interesting comparison).
All in all, I consider this release to be a very worthwhile contribution to the body of Jimi's published music, and well worth adding to your Hendrix or blues collection. Why only 4 stars? Because this CD doesn't contain my favourite version of Hear My Train A Comin' (the Hawaii rendition, which is a serious contender for my-all-time-No.1-favourite-blues-track) and because some of the material serves best as 'wall-paper'. Of course, how many other artists could stand up so well to having their every recorded note picked over so thoroughly?!
Finally, one of the great pleasures of having been listening to Hendrix for 20 odd years is that, through much of this time, there has been a steady trickle of previously-unreleased material coming through (such as the Rainbow Bridge concert and First Rays Of The New Rising Sun). This has had the effect of sustaining fans with new material (and has included some of his very very best work), even though he left us all those years ago. This CD is such a release, and anyone who likes the blues or any of Jimi's music will get something from it.
"Music is Magic, Magic is Life" -JH-
One of the best things about the blues is the fact that it provides such a good framework for its practitioners to develop their own styles and sounds, each making their own unique contribution to the genre. Well, Jimi fits seemlessly into this tradition. Indeed, Jimi's contribution could be considered as particularly interesting - on one hand, he is entirely steeped in traditional blues, while on the other hand, he personifies his own generation, his howling screeching wailing guitar (plus sustain and feedback off his speakers) being the very embodiment of the psychedelic experience.
Furthermore, Jimi manages, in my opinion, to communicate deeper and more intense emotion in both his guitar and voice than almost any other musician which, alongside his technical virtuosity, is quite simply the perfect combination for crying the blues.
As for this CD, its definitely a mixed bag - ranging from those that originated as warm-ups, jams and impromptu performances, to some old favourites, to some gems that would have been worthy of general release in their own right. While some of the content is quite 'dry', others (like Mannish Boy, Voodoo Chile Blues, Once I Had A Woman and both versions of Hear My Train) are superb and there is even one track that I consider to be a genuine masterpiece! Born Under A Bad Sign!! This track is not only a great classic (Albert King & Booker T Jones), but the result of Jimi's treatment is a classic cover version - and is one of the most exquisite electric blue howls I have EVER heard! (Cream's cover of the same song -also brilliant- is an interesting comparison).
All in all, I consider this release to be a very worthwhile contribution to the body of Jimi's published music, and well worth adding to your Hendrix or blues collection. Why only 4 stars? Because this CD doesn't contain my favourite version of Hear My Train A Comin' (the Hawaii rendition, which is a serious contender for my-all-time-No.1-favourite-blues-track) and because some of the material serves best as 'wall-paper'. Of course, how many other artists could stand up so well to having their every recorded note picked over so thoroughly?!
Finally, one of the great pleasures of having been listening to Hendrix for 20 odd years is that, through much of this time, there has been a steady trickle of previously-unreleased material coming through (such as the Rainbow Bridge concert and First Rays Of The New Rising Sun). This has had the effect of sustaining fans with new material (and has included some of his very very best work), even though he left us all those years ago. This CD is such a release, and anyone who likes the blues or any of Jimi's music will get something from it.
"Music is Magic, Magic is Life" -JH-
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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Never underestimate the influence of Hendrix. I have been listening to him for over 30 years and only on this album do you get a better idea of what a good blues player he was. Although he is remembered by most for the singles, his influence on generations of musicians is undeniable. This is Hendrix stripped back with minimal production (but obviously with a bit of remixing). For its time the guitar sounds are incredible.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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For some reason, I had forgotten the fact that Hendrix was essentially a Bluesman.
'Born under a bad sign', 'Red house' and 'Catfish Blues' epitomise and highlight his raw Blues style.
Highly recommended.
'Born under a bad sign', 'Red house' and 'Catfish Blues' epitomise and highlight his raw Blues style.
Highly recommended.
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guitar lover
this is a wonderful example of hendrix at his powerful best subtle changes of pick attack sweet soulfull and complex only an intstrumental genius can achieve these hights . Read more
Published 7 months ago by green strat
the fysh
I have many hundreds of albums in my collection including most , if not all ,of Jimi's work . This is not only the very best of Hendrix but the best album of all time . Read more
Published 7 months ago by the fysh
Jimi Hendrix has got the Blues!!!
'Jimi Hendrix Blues' does exactly what it says on the tin; it is Jimi Hendrix playing the Blues, with, of course, that brilliant expertise, flair and improvisational ability he... Read more
Published 10 months ago by T. S. Hughes
White boy gets the blues
As a post war Britain slowly recovered, so an interest in black music emerged. Trad jazz, skiffle and modern jazz gained afficionado's along with the blues. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Brian Willimson
Alan Douglas: Blues
With reference to Steven Mirkin's lead review, Blues was produced by Alan Douglas so maybe he'd like to revise his opening comments?
Published 18 months ago by thebeat
Jimi Hendrix "BLUES"
Words cannot describe this album , truly Hendrix at his best and those riffs just send waves down my spine ! I too wish to kiss the sky when I listen to this album . Read more
Published 19 months ago by Peter J Prosser
very hard to find
Bought as an xmas gift for my other half who is a massive JH fan.
He loves it,very different for JH.
He loves it,very different for JH.
Published on 9 Jan 2010 by peapod74
More a curiosity than a classic
The Hendrix imprint is all over this album playing and it is very good indeed, but the sound quality isn't great and a couple of the tracks could have quite easily been left out. Read more
Published on 25 Feb 2009 by S. Harris
Jimi at his soulful best
Hendrix at his most soulful experience using blues staples with a new twist. four stars...
Published on 5 Feb 2009 by Roy F. Burn
discovering hendrix with the blues-brilliant +++++++++++++++
HAVING NEVER OWNED A CD ON HENDRIX-ONLY REMEMBERED SEEING HIM ON TELLY BACK IN THE 70S/80S SMASHING GUITARS ON STAGE I DECIDED OUT OF INTEREST TO GIVE THIS CD A GO HAVING RECENTLY... Read more
Published on 20 April 2008 by Mrs. C. Casson
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