History
Dedicated to 'all the soldiers fighting in Vietnam,' this 12-minute epic uses guitar effects to simulate warfare, creating sounds of helicopters, explosions, and automatic weapons. Recorded live at the Fillmore East on New Year's Day 1970, it's considered one of the most powerful political statements in rock music and showcases Hendrix at his most emotionally intense.
Awards & Recognition
- Considered one of greatest live performances ever
- One of greatest guitar solos of all time
Notable Cover Versions
- John McLaughlin (1994)
- Living Colour (2009)
Guitar Details
Key: E Minor
Capo: None
Tempo: 76 BPM
Difficulty: Expert
Chords Used:
Em D A
Recording Details
Written: 1969
Recorded: January 1, 1970 (live)
Length: 12:37
Producer: Jimi Hendrix, Heaven Research