∞ New Jimi Hendrix album released with iTunes LP

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I saw a new album on the iTunes Store today that I just had to share: Jimi Hendrix’s “Valleys of Neptune.” Best of all it comes in Apple’s iTunes LP format, meaning there are extras. These are previously unreleased recordings of Hendrix captured right after he recorded “Electric Ladyland.” I’m downloading it right now.

Valleys of Neptune on iTunes

Here’s what the iTunes LP section looks like:


  • http://intensedebate.com/people/JD_1 JD_1

    Do yourself a favor and get this new Hendrix release, it's simply outstanding! It's wonderful, even after all these years and all the material that has been released since his death, that there is still quality recordings of Jimi's work still being found. Makes me wonder what else is stored in the vaults that is yet to be discovered that we could hear some day.

    Jim, I heard you on YML last night and as far as liner notes are concerned, well I I'm an ex "stoner", as I always read them, though I did not sit around with my friends sharing them , I did that with the music though!. The accompanying liner notes to this iTunes LP was more of a historical perspective compiled by John McDermott than it was your typical liner notes. I found out things that I did not know and found the read enjoyable & fascinating! The photos were really cool too! All in all, the iTunes LP version of this was a very well presented package that I would like to see more of for many artist's releases.

    One thing I must disagree with you Jim that you said to Shawn last night was that you thought Jimi was one of the best guitarists ever. No, sorry, I don't think so at all…

    IMHO, Jimi has no equal, not even close, no where, in no genre of music that exists.
    Simply put, there is Hendrix and then there is everyone else!

    This new release simply showcases Hendrix with some great new tracks.

    Just freakin' get this folks, you'll be glad you did!

  • http://intensedebate.com/people/jdalrymple Jim Dalrymple

    There are so many great songs on this album. I wish they would do more iTunes LPs like Jimi's — the old photos, historical notes… Great stuff!

  • Eric

    I guess I'm going to have to buy this one too. Being a photographer, I love liner notes with all the old photos by rock and roll photographers who were allowed to actually spend time getting behind-the-scene photos. Unlike the performers' "handlers" today who treat photographers like dogs and thieves. You won't see photos like on the old albums any more. Just celebrity-worshipping highly stylized and controlled photos shot in the studio idealizing a person who doens't exist.

    Me? I'm not bitter. The Statler Brothers never stopped me from phtoographing them when they came to town – six times! Or Johnny Cash's cousin. :p

    • http://intensedebate.com/people/jdalrymple Jim Dalrymple

      Eric, you'll love it. "Hear My Train a Comin'," "Red House" are just classic.

      • Eric

        Just listened to the previews. Can't wait to get home from work and download this one! Thanks!

  • http://intensedebate.com/profiles/standardtuning standardtuning

    If you are a Hendrix fan, this album is a must. In fact, if you like music, can you ever really go wrong with a lil Jimi?
    -Standard Tuning
    standardtuningmag.wordpress.com

  • Eric

    Bought it last night, have been listening to it. The ITunes LP is cool and all, but the music! Phenomenal stuff! B)

  • http://www.visualive.tv Josef

    Have you guys seen Valley’s of Neptune from the new Jimi Hendrix record. This is making me think it’s a must have – the video is just as awesome as the song. enjoy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DjxH_a5U7wA

  • cmreplc

    Get a taste of Jimi Hendrix from 1969.
    Most material on the album has never been released (12 songs).

    Check out the video premiere from Spinner:
    http://www.spinner.com/2010/02/18/jimi-hendrix-va…