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Smash Hits was the only compilation to be made prior to Hendrix's death, and in this comprehensive retrospective experience the best of the music in the company of Jimi's contemporaries and leading critics. Including: David Henderson, friend of Hendrix and author of the book the Rolling Stone called "The strongest and most .. Read more

Starring Jimi Hendrix
Director Jimi Hendrix
Genres Music/Musical

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Jimi Hendrix - Smash Hits - World's Greatest Albums

Smash Hits was the only compilation to be made prior to Hendrix's death, and in this comprehensive retrospective experience the best of the music in the company of Jimi's contemporaries and leading critics. Including: David Henderson, friend of Hendrix and author of the book the Rolling Stone called "The strongest and most ambitious biography yet written about any rock and roll performer". Dave Robinson, co-founder of legendary Stiff records, and Jimi's friend and UK tour manager. Les Davidson, professional guitarist, deconstructs 9 of Hendrix's best to get to the roots of The Guitar God. Mat Snow and Phil Sutcliffe of NME, Q, MOJO, Los Angeles Times, Sounds; serious industry insights!

Starring Jimi Hendrix
Director Jimi Hendrix
Studio CLASSIC ROCK LEGENDS
Run time DVD: 50 mins
Certificate Certificate Ex
Genres Music/Musical
Language DVD: English
Released DVD: 10 Sep 2007
Production year: 2007
Format DVD

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    Smash Hits - not bad but not smashing

    it's Hendrix's music that makes this a worthy watch.

    The footage are for the most part classic and well known clips - although there's some interesting footage from Swedish TV I'd not seen before.

    There are various interviews with people who knew Hendrix and some who didn't, and they go through the album chronologically discussing each song.

    Yes, I did pick-up on a few things I didn't know before - but very minor and not one of the songs discussed goes into as much detail as I'd seen elsewhere.

    There's some bloke who does an OK job of demonstrating some of the guitar techniques - although to be honest I think I can play better than he did.

    This title is decidedly average, saved of course course by Hendrix's genius.

      • Groovy from London
      • Posted 12 Aug 2009 15:14

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      Smash Hits was the only compilation to be made prior to Hendrix's death, and in this comprehensive retrospective experience the best of the music in the company of Jimi's contemporaries and leading critics. Including: David Henderson, friend of Hendrix and author of the book the Rolling Stone ...