The follow-up to Jimi's debut, Axis: Bold As Love was a bit of a change. Sure, the psychedelic trip was still there, but a more tender side to Jimi showed in the new songs, especially "Little Wing" (my personal all time favorite).
If the opening EXP didn't totally blow your mind, and your speakers, you were in for a wonderful ride. From jazz (Up From The Skies), to political statements (If 6 Was 9), "Axis" had it all. A great second album, to show all those who thought he could do no better than his debut.
Again, get the 1997 release, not Alan "The Butcher" Douglas's 1993 version. Jimi deserved better Alan.
1967 Reprise
- EXP 1:55
- Up From The Skies 2:55
- Spanish Castle Magic 3:00
- Wait Until Tomorrow 3:00
- Ain't No Telling 1:46
- Little Wing 2:24
- If 6 Was 9 5:32
- You Got Me Floatin' 2:45
- Castles Made Of Sand 2:46
- She's So Fine 2:37
- One Rainy Wish 3:40
- Little Miss Lover 2:20
- Bold As Love 4:09
Catalog #: Reprise CD 6281
