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Axis: Bold As Love

Jimi Hendrix

1967
13 tracks
39 min
psychedelic rock

Album Description

Released on 1 December 1967, Axis: Bold As Love is the sophomore studio album by the iconic Jimi Hendrix Experience. Following the monumental success of their debut album, Are You Experienced?, this record showcases Jimi Hendrix's remarkable evolution as a songwriter and musician. The album features a diverse range of tracks, including the enchanting 'Little Wing', the poetic 'Spanish Castle Magic', and the thought-provoking 'If 6 Was 9'.

With its unique blend of psychedelic rock, classic rock, acid rock, and blues rock, Axis: Bold As Love is a testament to the band's innovative and experimental approach to music. The Jimi Hendrix Experience's masterful guitar playing, combined with the talented contributions of Noel and Mitch, creates a truly unforgettable listening experience.

The album's 14 tracks, including 'Up From The Skies', 'Wait Until Tomorrow', and 'Bold as Love', demonstrate the band's ability to craft songs that are both deeply personal and universally relatable. With a duration of just 39 minutes, Axis: Bold As Love is a concise yet powerful statement of the band's artistic vision.

Originally released on Track Records in the UK, the album was later released in the US on Reprise Records in early 1968. The UK edition featured a distinctive gatefold design, complete with a laminated cover and an unlaminated inside spread. Today, Axis: Bold As Love remains a beloved classic of psychedelic rock, and its influence can still be heard in the music of countless artists who have followed in Jimi Hendrix's footsteps.

December 1, 1967(P) 2009 Experience Hendrix L.L.C., under exclusive license to Sony Music Entertainment

Tracks

ExpJimi Hendrix
1:55
Up From The SkiesJimi Hendrix
2:57
Spanish Castle MagicJimi Hendrix
3:03
Wait Until TomorrowJimi Hendrix
3:02
Ain't No TellingJimi Hendrix
1:48
Little WingJimi Hendrix
2:25
If 6 Was 9Jimi Hendrix
5:34
You Got Me Floatin'Jimi Hendrix
2:48
Castles Made of SandJimi Hendrix
2:48
She's So FineNoel Redding
2:38
One Rainy WishJimi Hendrix
3:41
Little Miss LoverJimi Hendrix
2:21
Bold as LoveJimi Hendrix
4:11

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About Jimi Hendrix

Jimi Hendrix, born Johnny Allen Hendrix in Seattle, Washington, is an iconic figure in the world of rock music, renowned for his innovative electric guitar playing and captivating performances. Despite a career that spanned just four years, Hendrix's influence on the genre is immeasurable. He fused American traditions of blues, jazz, rock, and soul with British avant-garde rock, redefining the electric guitar in his own image. Hendrix's groundbreaking techniques and mesmerizing stage presence made him a global sensation, culminating in a monumental performance at the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967. His band, the Jimi Hendrix Experience, released their debut single "Hey Joe" in 1966, marking the beginning of a meteoric rise to fame. Hendrix's legacy endures, with his music continuing to inspire new generations of musicians and fans alike. His innovative approach to the guitar and his powerful, emotive playing style have solidified his status as one of the greatest and most influential guitarists of all time.

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