Publisher Description

In Jimi Hendrix: The Stories Behind the Songs, music journalist and author David Stubbs provides the definitive companion to Hendrix's recorded output, from the early years, including 'Hey Joe' and 'Purple Haze' through to his posthumously released trilogy that concluded with Both Sides Of The Sky. Quite possibly the greatest solo rock artist of all time, Jimi Hendrix was the supreme physical and musical emblem of rock music. And although he was an immense guitarist, he also connected with audiences as a performer and a songwriter. Songs like 'Voodoo Chile' and 'Third Stone From The Sun' were the brilliant products of a dazed yet expanded consciousness, full of casual epithets which illuminated the era: 'May you never hear surf music again'; ''Scuse me while I kiss the sky'; 'Gonna raise my freak flag high'. Each one of them is explored, dissected and celebrated.

Author Biography

David Stubbs started working life as a staff writer for Melody Maker, and in recent years has written for Uncut, The Times, the Guardian, NME and GQ. His first and last musical love, however, remains Jimi Hendrix: a left-hander like himself and, unlike himself, a musical genius. David currently lives in London.

Table of Contents

Introduction Are You Experienced Axis: Bold As Love Electric Ladyland Band Of Gypsys First Rays Of The New Rising Sun South Southern Delta The Jimi Hendrix Experience Loose Ends and Live Albums Valleys of Neptune People, Hell And Angels Both Sides Of The Sky Epilogue Discography Index.

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This updated, expanded edition of the book features new chapters on Hendrix's posthumous, previously unreleased material, including 2018's Both Sides Of The Sky.

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This updated, expanded edition of the book features new chapters on Hendrix's posthumous, previously unreleased material, including 2018's Both Sides Of The Sky . In J imi Hendrix: The Stories Behind the Songs , music journalist and author David Stubbs provides the definitive companion to Hendrix's recorded output, from the early years, including 'Hey Joe' and 'Purple Haze' through to his posthumously released trilogy that concluded with Both Sides Of The Sky . Quite possibly the greatest solo rock artist of all time, Jimi Hendrix was the supreme physical and musical emblem of rock music. And although he was an immense guitarist, he also connected with audiences as a performer and a songwriter. Songs like 'Voodoo Chile' and 'Third Stone From The Sun' were the brilliant products of a dazed yet expanded consciousness, full of casual epithets which illuminated the era: 'May you never hear surf music again'; ''Scuse me while I kiss the sky'; 'Gonna raise my freak flag high'. Each one of them is explored, dissected and celebrated.

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This updated, expanded edition of the book features new chapters on Hendrix's posthumous, previously unreleased material, including 2018's Both Sides Of The Sky .

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Described by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as 'the greatest instrumentalist in the history of rock music,' Jimi Hendrix has sold more than 30 million records worldwide.

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Described by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as "the greatest instrumentalist in the history of rock music," Jimi Hendrix has sold more than 30 million records worldwide. Includes fascinating insights into the writing, recording and performance of more than 100 Hendrix songs. This updated, expanded edition of the book features new chapters on Hendrix's posthumous, previously unreleased material, including 2018's Both Sides Of The Sky . September 2020 marks the 50th anniversary of Hendrix's tragic passing, aged just 27.

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