Total Guitar magazine of the UK is searching for their greatest cover star. The winner will grace the cover of their 200th edition of the magazine this year. Fans can vote for Jimi Hendrix at the MusicRadar poll.
Guitarist Joe Satriani talks about his forthcoming role in the 2010 Experience Hendrix Tour with ABC Radio’s Andrea Dresdale
To commemorate the release of Jimi Hendrix’s new album Valleys Of Neptune, the April 2010 edition of Guitar World magazine features a striking illustrated image of Jimi Hendrix on its cover. This issue features an in-depth look at the new Valleys Of Neptune album plus instructional videos featuring Joe Satriani and Andy Aledort who walk you through several of Hendrix’s hit songs.
RollingStone.com is reporting that “Valleys Of Neptune,” the lead-single from the forthcoming album of the same name has claimed the Number One spot on the Billboard Singles chart, ahead of artists like Lady Gaga and Sade.
This historic announcement marks Jimi Hendrix’s highest US chart position since 1968’s “All Along The Watchtower” which peaked at #20.
Jimi Hendrix Special on Rockline March 3, 2010
Feb 17 2010Nationally syndicated radio show ROCKLINE will premier Jimi Hendrix’s latest album Valleys Of Neptune. An all-star cast including Jonny Lang, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Brad Whitford and more will be in studio to take your calls, talk about Hendrix’s influence and the Experience Hendrix Tour.
Guitarist Jonny Lang will appear on Jimmy Kimmel Live on March 2, 2010. His appearance will coincide with the release of Valleys Of Neptune and his appearance on the 2010 Experience Hendrix Tour.
The 2010 Experience Hendrix Tour is set to take to the highways of America this March with stops in 18 cities from coast to coast at some of the nation’s most historic live concert venues. Tour starts March 4! Click here for more information
The 7″ Single is available from AuthenticHendrix.com
A Digital Download is now available from Sony Music Digital (USA)
Walmart stores in the USA are also offering an in-store exclusive CD-single featuring “Valleys Of Neptune,” the out of print B-side “Peace In Mississippi” and a bonus MP3 download featuring “Red House” from the March 15, 1968 concert at Clark University.
“Valleys Of Neptune” Available March 9, 2010
Jan 31 2010The new album “Valleys Of Neptune”, is set for release on CD and 2LP Vinyl on March 9, 2010. US vinyl to be pressed at RTI’s facility and individually numbered out of 5,000 pieces.
Also on March 9th, the original core Hendrix catalog including “Are You Experienced?”,