The Jimi Hendrix Experience Electric Ladyland 1973 UK 2LP Vinyl Polydor 2657 01
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Description
Electric Ladyland is a landmark double album by the Jimi Hendrix Experience, released in October 1968. It is the third and final studio album released during Hendrix's lifetime and is widely considered his masterpiece and a definitive work of psychedelic rock.
Historical Significance
Artistic Control: This was the only Experience album produced solely by Hendrix, allowing him to fully realize his ambitious "Sky Church" musical vision.
Chart Success: It was Hendrix's only number one album on the US Billboard 200 and reached number six in the UK.
Experimental Sound: The album is noted for its extensive studio experimentation, featuring the iconic cover of Bob Dylan’s "All Along the Watchtower" and the 15-minute blues jam "Voodoo Chile".
Audio Quality: Some collectors and listeners consider this 1973 Polydor pressing to have superior sound quality, even compared to original 1968 versions.
Auto-Coupled Design: This set was designed for record changers; Record One contains Sides A and D, and Record Two contains Sides B and C.
Label Features: It features the classic red Polydor label with a "Set No. 2657 012" reference, indicating its place in the complete double-album package.
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