Jimi Hendrix - 1983 (a merman I should turn to be) rare demo

[paullubliner]

Yes, I realize all that. I was there observing his entire career. I tried to see him at Cafe Wha? but was 2 years too young to be allowed in as the drinking age at the time in New York City was 18. But really in my view, '67's Axis was his most creative collection of works. He slowed his creative output shortly thereafter. By 1970, his performing consisted mostly of drawn out "improvisation" which compared to his earlier efforts left much to be desired. I do think he was spent by September 18th.

[paullubliner]

Interesting. As he was my absolute favourite, on the day he died and years for afterwards, I was devastated. Now with the insight of 40+ years, to be honest, I think he creatively peaked in '67-'68 although his guitar technique was improving.

[kuhnmartin]

@paullubliner It is very difficult to say when he creatively peaked, if he did, because he was only famous for about four years. Not long at all. Very difficult to say in such a short time. And all he did in 1970 was tour and tour and tour thanks to Michael Jeffery. Jimi just wanted out. He wanted a break. He was tired and run down.

[moopadoopolus]

So ahead of their time! Only 40 years after are we hearing sound effects like those used in this track. And they did all manually back then as opposed to having machines do it for you in 1 click like today. Mental.

[robin56]

nice visuals :)

[nicodagger]

so this is what he heard when recording the vocals?

[TheRistie1]

Fucking tune!

[megawaywardson]

I have a half speed master of this album. this is a great raw version of this masterpiece.

[mcleanartists]

Yer the best, many thanks!

[robotbison]

kinda helped me see how that epic song was recorded

[osollamandoapelicano]

orgasmic music

[missfitz666]

(:

[SLIGHTRTN]

cool video. what program did you use to get those effects on the photos? thanks