Jimi Hendrix "Hey Joe" Successo: Rock Giants Vol. 1 Italian Release 12" Vinyl LP Album

- A rare Italian Polydor/Successo edition capturing Hendrix’s 1960s fire and psychedelic brilliance

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Jimi Hendrix, the legendary American guitarist, transformed rock music with his electrifying performances and innovative guitar techniques. The Italian release "Hey Joe – Successo: Rock Giants Vol. 1" captures Hendrix at the height of his creative power, compiling defining tracks such as “Hey Joe,” “Purple Haze,” and “The Wind Cries Mary.” Originally recorded with The Jimi Hendrix Experience, this 12" LP showcases his fusion of blues, rock, and psychedelia that reshaped the sound of the late 1960s and inspired generations of musicians worldwide.

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Album Description:

The Italian 12" LP release of "Successo: Rock Giants Vol. 1" featuring Jimi Hendrix is a fascinating piece of 1970s European rock history. Released by Polydor / Successo in Italy around 1968, this compilation captures Hendrix’s most defining early recordings, including "Hey Joe," "Purple Haze," and "The Wind Cries Mary."

The album presents a vibrant cross-section of Hendrix’s sound, from blues-infused rock to psychedelic experimentation. Italian liner notes by Daniele Caroli frame the release as a celebration of Hendrix’s groundbreaking artistry—bridging traditional rhythm and blues roots with the expanding sonic landscapes of late 1960s rock.

Background and Context

This Italian release arrived during a period when Hendrix’s fame had spread across Europe, fueled by his electrifying live shows and revolutionary studio work. The compilation’s title, “Rock Giants,” reflects the growing recognition of Hendrix as a larger-than-life figure in the evolution of rock music. Issued under the Successo imprint of Polydor, it offered Italian listeners an accessible way to experience the most essential Hendrix tracks on high-quality vinyl.

Musical Highlights

The album opens with "Hey Joe"—the song that first introduced Jimi Hendrix to the world. Its slow-burning, blues-driven melody and tragic storytelling remain timeless. Hendrix’s performance combines raw emotional tension with the technical brilliance of his Stratocaster, perfectly setting the tone for the rest of the record.

Following “Hey Joe,” listeners are swept into the charged energy of "Purple Haze" and "The Wind Cries Mary," two songs that helped define the psychedelic era. Side Two continues with Hendrix staples such as "Foxy Lady," "Stone Free," and "Voodoo Chile (Slight Return)"—each track illustrating his innovative guitar tone, soulful expression, and rhythmic intensity. The closing songs "Gipsy Eyes" and "Come On (Let the Good Times Roll)" underline Hendrix’s deep roots in blues and R&B, reinterpreted through his visionary approach to rock.

Production and Audio Quality

The album was produced and directed by Jimi Hendrix himself, and this Italian pressing is noted among collectors for its audiophile-quality remastering. The sound remains detailed, with powerful dynamics that emphasize Hendrix’s intricate guitar layering and studio experimentation. Despite minor surface noise, the record retains remarkable clarity—testament to the pressing standards of Polydor Italy during that era.

Collector’s Appeal

The Italian edition of "Successo: Rock Giants Vol. 1" stands out for its distinctive cover design and localized presentation. The album’s back cover includes extensive Italian liner notes—something rare for Hendrix releases outside the English-speaking world. It has become a sought-after collectible, both for its audio fidelity and its historical connection to Hendrix’s expanding European legacy.

Production & Recording Information:

Music Genre:

Rock / Blues Music

This compilation bridges the raw blues energy and psychedelic experimentation that defined Hendrix’s late 1960s recordings. It captures his transition from traditional rhythm & blues into the realm of innovative, feedback-driven rock that would redefine guitar-based music.

Collector Notes / Liner Notes
  • 1: Italian pressing released under the Polydor / Successo label, featuring a curated selection of Hendrix’s most iconic late-1960s tracks.
  • 2: Includes liner notes in Italian by Daniele Caroli, titled "Il leggendario chitarrista rock".
  • 3: Compilation showcases Hendrix’s creative period with the Jimi Hendrix Experience (1966–1968), featuring Noel Redding and Mitch Mitchell.
  • 4: The Italian sleeve design and Successo branding make this version unique among European releases.
Label & Catalognr:

Polydor / Successo – Cat#: 2486 158 (2486158) / 2482 117 (2482117)

Album Packaging

Standard single-sleeve with printed Italian liner notes by Daniele Caroli on the back cover.

No custom inner sleeve included.

Media Format:

12" Vinyl LP Record

Year & Country:

1968 – Made in Italy

Producers:
  • Jimi Hendrix – Producer and Director
    Oversaw the artistic direction and recording production of the original sessions featured in this compilation.
  • Chas Chandler – Original Producer (The Jimi Hendrix Experience sessions)
    Former Animals bassist who discovered Hendrix in New York and guided his early London recording sessions.
Sound & Recording Engineers:
  • Eddie Kramer – Recording and Mixing Engineer
    Eddie Kramer is a legendary music producer & sound engineer known for shaping the sound of rock icons like Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, and Kiss. Born in South Africa, his innovative recording techniques revolutionized studio production. From Electric Lady Studios to Woodstock, his impact spans decades. Learn more about his career & contributions in his biography.
Recording Location:

Olympic Studios – London, England

Additional tracks recorded at De Lane Lea Studios and Record Plant, New York.

Album Cover Design & Artwork:
  • Successo / Polydor Art Department – Cover Design
    Features a striking full-color portrait of Jimi Hendrix framed in the “Rock Giants” series layout.

Liner Notes – "Il leggendario chitarrista rock"

English Translation

In addition to including a previously unreleased track on 33 rpm, “Stone Free,” this collection stands out as an essential and stimulating document for those who want to approach the most creative side of Jimi Hendrix — the one from the Experience years (1966–68). The African-American guitarist (with perilous ancestry) from Seattle, discovered by English rock musician Chas Chandler at the Greenwich Village in New York, was catapulted into the rhythm & blues scene of London in 1966 — nonconformist and hungry for novelty — where various musical trends clashed, from the “blues revival” to psychedelic experimentation.

Completed by bassist Noel Redding and drummer Mitch Mitchell, the Jimi Hendrix Experience achieved immediate popularity, so much so that within four years, four 45s climbed the British hit parades of ’67: “Hey Joe,” “Purple Haze,” “The Wind Cries Mary,” and “Burning of the Midnight Lamp” (all included here). From these records, Hendrix emerged as an extraordinary figure — author of intense, surreal songs, incisive singer, and above all, an extremely imaginative and innovative guitarist.

“Foxy Lady” (from the album “Are You Experienced?”), “Crosstown Traffic,” and “Gypsy Eyes” were also released on 45s in the USA, where the artist’s fame grew during a tour with the Monkees (1967) and his enthusiastic appearance at the Monterey Pop Festival (later that same year). The last two tracks mentioned came from the double album “Electric Ladyland,” as did “Voodoo Chile” (a posthumous hit for the artist) and “Come On.”

After the Experience broke up in ’69, Hendrix entered a chaotic period of his life, reflected in his unstable collaborations with various musicians — though this also led to an outstanding “performance” at the Woodstock Festival. In ’70, ten days after his return from the Isle of Wight Festival, Hendrix’s life was cut short by an overdose of barbiturates. His name remains forever linked to the history of rock music as one of its most important figures. In concert (as remembered from a legendary Milan performance), Jimi combined virtuosity with an overwhelming sense of communicative power.

— Daniele Caroli

Testo Originale Italiano

Oltre a possedere la particolarità di includere un inedito a 33 giri, “Stone Free”, questa raccolta si segnala come un documento essenziale e stimolante per chi voglia accostarsi al Jimi Hendrix più creativo, quello degli anni dell’Experience (1966–68). Il chitarrista nero-americano (con ascendenti pericolosi) di Seattle, Washington, scoperto dal musicista rock inglese Chas Chandler al Greenwich Village di New York, veniva catapultato dall’ambiente del rhythm & blues alla Londra del 1966, anticonformista e avida di novità, dove si confrontavano svariate correnti musicali, dal “blues revival” alla sperimentazione psichedelica.

Completata dal bassista Noel Redding e dal batterista Mitch Mitchell, la Jimi Hendrix Experience conosceva un’immediata popolarità, tanto che ben quattro 45 giri scalavano le “hit parades” britanniche del ’67: “Hey Joe”, “Purple Haze”, “The Wind Cries Mary” e “Burning Of The Midnight Lamp” (tutti titoli qui inclusi). Da questi dischi Hendrix emergeva come un personaggio straordinario, autore di intensi brani dai testi surreali, cantante incisivo, e soprattutto chitarrista altamente fantasioso e innovativo.

“Foxy Lady” (dall’album “Are You Experienced?”), “Crosstown Traffic” e “Gypsy Eyes” venivano pubblicati anche a 45 giri negli USA, dove il tiro suscitava scandalo in una tournée con i Monkees (1967) ed entusiasmo al festival pop di Monterey (più tardi nello stesso anno). I due ultimi brani citati provenivano dall’album doppio “Electric Ladyland”, come pure “Voodoo Chile” (successo postumo dell’artista) e “Come On”.

Sciolta l’Experience nel ’69, Hendrix entrava in un periodo caotico della sua vita, che si rifletteva nelle discontinue collaborazioni con svariati musicisti ma che dava anche l’occasione di una stupenda “performance” al festival di Woodstock. Nel ’70, dieci giorni dopo essersi esibito al grande raduno dell’isola di Wight, veniva stroncato da una dose eccessiva di barbiturici: il suo nome resta oggi legato alla storia della musica come quello di uno dei suoi più importanti esponenti. Dal vivo (lo ricordiamo in un leggendario concerto milanese), Jimi affiancava al virtuosismo e alla presenza scenica una potente carica comunicativa.

— Daniele Caroli

Band Members / Musicians:

Band Line-up:
  • Jimi Hendrix – Lead Guitar, Vocals
    Widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential guitarists in rock history, Hendrix revolutionized electric guitar playing through his pioneering use of feedback, distortion, and expressive improvisation. With albums like Are You Experienced (1967) and Electric Ladyland (1968), he became an icon of the psychedelic era and a symbol of musical innovation.
  • Noel Redding – Bass Guitar, Backing Vocals
    Originally a guitarist, Redding joined The Jimi Hendrix Experience as bassist and contributed to all three of the band's studio albums. His rhythmic foundation and solid live performances were crucial to the trio’s sound. After leaving the Experience, Redding formed Fat Mattress and continued performing throughout the 1970s.
  • Mitch Mitchell – Drums, Percussion
    A jazz-influenced drummer whose energetic and intricate style gave The Jimi Hendrix Experience its dynamic drive. Mitchell’s playing combined technical precision with improvisational flair, most notably showcased on tracks like “Fire” and “Voodoo Child (Slight Return).” He later played with various Hendrix tribute groups and contributed to posthumous Hendrix projects.

Complete Track-listing:

Side One:
  1. Hey Joe Single
    Hendrix’s first major hit single, released in 1966.
  2. Purple Haze
  3. The Wind Cries Mary
  4. Burning of the Midnight Lamp
  5. Crosstown Traffic
Video: Jimi Hendrix Hey Joe Live at the Monterey 1967 1080
Side Two:
  1. Foxy Lady
  2. Stone Free Previously Unreleased 33rpm Version
  3. Voodoo Chile (Slight Return)
  4. Gipsy Eyes
  5. Come On, Part 1 Cover
    Cover of Earl King’s rhythm & blues classic “Let the Good Times Roll.”
Video: Stevie Ray Vaughan & Double Trouble - Voodoo Chile (Live From Austin, TX)

As a lifelong fan of Stevie Ray Vaughan, I’ve always been blown away by his interpretation of Jimi Hendrix’s “Voodoo Chile.” It’s not just a cover — it’s a heartfelt tribute that captures the spirit of Hendrix while showcasing SRV’s own fiery blues style. Every bend, every note, and every burst of feedback feels alive, raw, and deeply emotional. For me, it remains one of the most powerful and unforgettable performances ever recorded — easily one of my all-time favorite tracks. Raise the volume to 11

Album Front Cover Photo
Front cover of the Italian Polydor/Successo 12-inch vinyl LP 'Jimi Hendrix – Hey Joe (Rock Giants Vol. 1)'. The design features a large performance photo of Hendrix on stage, singing passionately while playing his guitar, wearing a vibrant multicolored shirt and blue headband under a warm stage light. To the left, a vertical inset shows a contemplative Hendrix seated casually with a bottle in hand, wearing a blue denim outfit and black boots. The Successo Rock Giants branding and Polydor logo are displayed on a red and black grid layout with white text.

The front cover of the Italian Polydor/Successo release "Jimi Hendrix – Hey Joe (Rock Giants Vol. 1)" captures the raw magnetism and stage energy of Hendrix in vivid color. The dominant image shows Hendrix mid-performance, mouth open in song, head tilted slightly back as he plays his guitar. His colorful, paisley-patterned shirt and trademark blue headband reflect the psychedelic fashion of the late 1960s, illuminated by a warm amber stage light that enhances the live concert atmosphere.

On the left side, a vertical photo strip contrasts this energy with a candid image of Hendrix sitting thoughtfully, holding a bottle, dressed in a casual denim shirt and pants with black boots. This juxtaposition between introspection and electric performance captures the two sides of Hendrix’s persona — the quiet thinker and the explosive showman.

The cover’s red-and-black frame, part of the Successo Rock Giants series design, includes the album title and track list printed in clean white type. The top-left “Successo” logo, set diagonally in gold script, ties it visually to other releases in the same Italian compilation line. It’s a design that fuses style, personality, and history, encapsulating Hendrix’s enduring cultural and musical impact.

Album Back Cover Photo
Back cover of the Italian Polydor/Successo 12-inch vinyl LP 'Jimi Hendrix – Hey Joe (Rock Giants Vol. 1)'. The layout features a clean geometric red, cream, and beige grid design. In the upper center, the artist's name and title appear in bold black type, with the Polydor logo and catalog number 2486 158 printed in the top-right corner. The left and right panels list tracks for Sides A and B respectively, including songs such as Hey Joe, Purple Haze, Stone Free, and Voodoo Chile (Slight Return). Centered below the title is a long block of Italian liner notes titled 'Il leggendario chitarrista rock' by Daniele Caroli. Along the bottom, eight miniature album covers from the Successo series are displayed, featuring artists like Patty Pravo, Demis Roussos, Bee Gees, and Procol Harum. The design also includes a small production note, PolyGram credit, and an audio waveform graphic on the lower right corner.

The back cover of the Italian Polydor/Successo LP "Jimi Hendrix – Hey Joe (Rock Giants Vol. 1)" combines detailed production credits with stylish late-1960s graphic design. The layout features a red and cream grid pattern divided into clearly defined sections, presenting the tracklists for both sides and an extensive essay by Daniele Caroli titled "Il leggendario chitarrista rock". This text narrates Hendrix’s rapid rise from the London rhythm & blues scene to worldwide recognition, underlining his innovative fusion of blues, psychedelia, and rock.

The liner notes sit prominently in the center, bordered by the song lists: “Hey Joe,” “Purple Haze,” “The Wind Cries Mary,” and “Crosstown Traffic” on Side A, while Side B features “Foxy Lady,” “Stone Free,” and “Voodoo Chile (Slight Return).” A small production credit below confirms Jimi Hendrix as producer, with Polydor Records, London listed for distribution by PolyGram Italy.

At the bottom, a visual gallery of eight miniature album covers promotes other releases in the Successo Rock Giants series, including titles from Patty Pravo, Demis Roussos, Bee Gees, Procol Harum, 10cc, and others. The right edge displays a red waveform graphic and a short note describing the recording fidelity, adding a technical touch to the design. The overall presentation perfectly blends informative liner content, modernist Italian design, and collectible aesthetic appeal.

Close-up Photo of Record Label
Close-up of the Side One record label from the Italian Polydor/Successo 12-inch vinyl LP 'Jimi Hendrix – Hey Joe (Rock Giants Vol. 1)'. The bright red label features the classic Polydor logo in white at the top center, with black text arranged around the spindle hole. The catalog number 2486 158 is printed in a white rectangular box alongside the subnumber 2482 117 1, with 'STEREO 33' and 'Made in Italy' indicated beneath the S.I.A.E. stamp. Song titles listed include 'Hey Joe,' 'Purple Haze,' 'The Wind Cries Mary,' 'Burning of the Midnight Lamp,' and 'Cross Town Traffic,' all credited to Jimi Hendrix. A small © 1968 mark and production credit 'Produced and directed by Jimi Hendrix' appear at the bottom edge, framed by circular copyright text along the outer rim.

This close-up photograph captures the Side One label of the Italian Polydor/Successo 12-inch vinyl LP "Jimi Hendrix – Hey Joe (Rock Giants Vol. 1)". The label’s vivid red color and minimalist layout are characteristic of late-1960s Polydor pressings, presenting a bold yet elegant aesthetic.

The familiar Polydor logo sits prominently at the top, printed in white above the central spindle hole. The catalog number 2486 158 (with subnumber 2482 117 1) appears clearly in a boxed section beside the S.I.A.E. Made in Italy mark and STEREO 33 designation, confirming this pressing’s origin and format.

Below the center hole, the track listing is neatly typeset, including “Hey Joe,” “Purple Haze,” “The Wind Cries Mary,” “Burning of the Midnight Lamp,” and “Cross Town Traffic.” At the bottom, the credit line reads: “Produced and directed by Jimi Hendrix.” The outer edge carries standard copyright and broadcast restriction text, completing a label design that perfectly balances technical clarity and visual impact for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

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TRACK Record 613 004 , 1966 , Gt Britain

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