Vinyl of the Week - Band Of Gypsys by Jimi Hendrix

If you want to talk about influential American musicians, then without a shadow of a doubt, Jimi Hendrix should be on the list. Born Johnny Allen Hendrix in Seattle, Washington, Hendrix had gotten into trouble for joyriding in stolen cars. He was given the choice of going to prison for two years, or joining the Army. He chose to join the Army.

It was while he was in the Army he met fellow soldier and bassist Billy Cox. Hendrix and Cox teamed up with Buddy Miles after they left the military to record the legendary live album Band of Gypsys.

Band of Gypsys is unique because it is the only complete official live Jimi Hendrix album. The band rehearsed for only ten days and performed four concerts at the Filmore East in the span of two days. Two concerts were performed on New Years eve, and two on New Years day. Despite the haste at which the material was performed, the LP has gone down in history as one of the finest for good live rock music.

The latest Band of Gypsys LP surpasses every other version ever released. To begin with, it’s now a 180gram vinyl edition. In addition, it is also a special red color edition, so if you are a collector of rare vinyl, now is the time to get on board. Any fan of rock music should definitely check out this LP, it’s quality through and through.

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