He's been playing Hendrix longer than Jimi played Hendrix

@skeletonmakesgood

3 жыл бұрын

Good point!

@davidfarris894

3 жыл бұрын

On the GOOD SIDE,check this out.I saw Randy Hansen in 79 at the Henry J Kaiser audotorium in Oakland Ca.Amazing Shit.In the very middle of jammin to FIRE,Randy Hansen got on his knees and twirled his Strat about 15 feet in the air,caught the guitar and kept on jamming like like JIMI.Any mis timing could have resulted in a broken face.But it did not.JIMI looking down at Randy that night would have said Yeah,Cool,good SHIT!!! John Couger that is what he called himself then was BOOOODDDD right off the fuckin stage.He SUCKED! Headlining was Blackmores Rainbow with Ronnie James Dio.Ritchie B almost made Randy look bad.GREAT NIGHT OF ROCK! RIP BILL GRAHAM

@chrisriches4688

3 жыл бұрын

That first solo just before two minutes is so perfect. I’ve been listening to this song since 1969, it’s as near perfect as I can imagine

@mikeperez114

3 жыл бұрын

In the resurrection Jimi can play Hansen

@jimivibes609

3 жыл бұрын

I think he played longer than even Hendrix was alive...🤯

Randy shaved a part of his scalp hair so Jimi can communicate directly with him from space. I have no words for this performance. Awesome!!!

@metermanx

6 жыл бұрын

Awesome, just needs to glue a little antenna there..

@newspapertaxis1

5 жыл бұрын

LOL!!!!!!

@Johnny1.0

5 жыл бұрын

Dude I dont know why but that comment hit me off guard and I just shot soda through nose and cannot wipe the shit eating grin off my face everytime I think about it. Lmao!

@michaelmaringer7565

5 жыл бұрын

Perfect Statement Neon...brilliant

@MrZootalores

5 жыл бұрын

that's a "solar sex panel" dude & I think Randy has earned all the accolades; he's kept live Hendrix alive; we love him!

by far the best Hendrix impersonator, and he is REALLY great

@antarctic8560

6 жыл бұрын

Saw him live in Boston in the 80's and was impressed with his performance. He really got the Hendrix sound down, and that ain't easy baby!

@PoorguyNick

4 жыл бұрын

Every one tries to overdo Hendrix. Randy stays with Hendrix. Being a shredder does not make you Hendrix. You have to stay natural, pure, as Hendrix was. So, Randy is there to carry on the magic, and to let people see how things were done.

@tpstrato2270

4 жыл бұрын

So impressed I've watched many interviews this dude Mr Randy Hanson is close real Jimi with love n passion for his work

@ufowalter7878

4 жыл бұрын

@@tpstrato2270 Absolutly - and he´s such a funny and creative tour mate. I miss the shows very much. The whole springtour got cancelled, dammit. Sorry for complaining :-)

@pablopessolani843

2 жыл бұрын

I don't think that Randy is an Hendrix impersonator, is the soul of Jimi inside him.

As someone who was lucky enough to actually see and hear the Band of Gypsies in live concert back in 1970 I can tell you that these guys do an amazing job of duplicating the sound of the original Hendrix trio.

@antarctic8560

6 жыл бұрын

Wow Jack, you are certainly lucky to have witnessed that concert. That album was my favorite for years and years until I wore the damn thing to dust. Cherish those memories my friend!

@normc8169

3 жыл бұрын

You are so lucky man... I listened this album a million times. Was then 14 years old. I always asked myself howcome the crowd reaction was so hard to ear in the mix. I think you guys were flabergasted by what was going on in there. A piece of history was in recording status.✌

@elihenline6089

2 жыл бұрын

No shit, wow!

@thomaspick4123

7 ай бұрын

You were very fortunate to have seen the Band of Gypsies perform live. I saw Jimi perform with Mitch and Billy in May 1970. We know how wonderful it was to hear those bands perform live. I enjoy playing the recorded stuff on vinyl, but live, wow! The volume, the sound pressures of waves of musicality emitting throughout the room! I would like to see this Hanson band, they are doing their best to bring back the vibration.

Randy Hansen is the closest anyone has ever got to Jimi. He is the Hendrix tribute I would ever go to see. Magnificent.

@babyt4066

8 жыл бұрын

+John Berry He really is incredible. But the way I see things, he's chasing someone's style that's been frozen in time (especially on a fairly short career), which can be done, with an insane amount of work. That's the sad thing with Hendrix's playing : who knows how he would have played today. Nobody will ever get close to his creative approach of guitar.

@jmsbk12345

8 жыл бұрын

+kiff ricard Indeed Kiff.

@lindenjacob824

8 жыл бұрын

Buckethead cover of this song is a million times sicker

@BluesLicks101

8 жыл бұрын

+John Berry Could not have said it any better!

@klbax63

7 жыл бұрын

That's because Buckethead is the greatest Buckethead tribute guitarist alive

Been a Hendrix fanatic since 1969. Only a few individuals come close to duplcating the energy-flow and sound produced by Jimi. Stevie Ray Vaughan had the power, fluid dexterity and attack of Hendrix. Randy Hansen has a blend of the power, fluid dexterity, and attack of Hendrix, with one more attribute... Voice! His voice seems to mime Jimi's. No one can "be" Jimi except Jimi. But, both in sound and visually, Randy pulls off a legitimate copy of one of the greatest, most original guitarist and singers in history. Thank you Randy Hansen and Band for giving us the best Jimi Hendrix Experience today! Thanks to ufowalter for posting

@MisterTMH

6 жыл бұрын

Jeff Healy could rip out ball tearing Hendrix style solos such as on "See the Light" , Robin Trower had a lot of Hendrix stuff down cold on "Bridge of sighs". Robin Trower's Vibrato is amazing.SRV was a big Hendrix fan.I still think it is better to do your own thing, get your own style, say your thing. Albert Collins always said that .

@trupr

5 жыл бұрын

Stevie Ray Vaughn used to open shows for Randy. True fact

@greghenderson4856

5 жыл бұрын

Trower is spiritual like Jimi ...but he never attempts to copy only be influenced by Jimi ..this guy is killer !!!

@mrtmapogos2306

5 жыл бұрын

Since 67 here. Add Kenny Wayne shepherd to that list. Song’s a right of passage for a select few.

@markr.devereux2713

3 жыл бұрын

Dont forget ROBIN TROWER GROUP of the 70s That was blues/rock hendrix style .

Hendrix once said" I've been imitated so well i've even heard people copy my mistakes"

@rafaelllach9606

7 жыл бұрын

Eso no lo dijo Hendrix . Nadie tubo tiempo de asimilar su música y tocarla estando él vivo . Tener la osadía de intentarlo lleva mucho tiempo , esfuerzo y trabajo ; todo ha venido después de su muerte ; pero no podría estar más de acuerdo con ese comentario .

@steveperidotdragon4296

6 жыл бұрын

Love That !!..Peace..

@robpattison6606

4 жыл бұрын

and he does especially on the live version of machine gun . most of that what ad libbed and feedback perfectly mimicked by Randy

@machinerydoctor

3 жыл бұрын

Yes Even hitting an off vocal note Awsome

@kortgreen7725

3 жыл бұрын

That's the difference between an imitator and an innovater!

Holy shit, he his singing even sounds like jimi. How have i never heard of this guy?

@jeffreymorris4827

3 жыл бұрын

Cause your gay

Jimi Hendrix is not dead, today he looks like this man and he's playing for us..

@davekriz7019

4 жыл бұрын

I wonder if hes still playing today

Randy's been doing Hendrix' music for so long that he still blows my mind every time I watch one of his videos. He is the best.

holy cats! how could I have not come across this band before tonight? Unbelievable. I can't stop smiling! I'm going to watch all the videos I can find. Thanks ufowalter! great job dude.

@ufowalter

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Neil - thanks - it´s our pleasure

@muranilife

3 жыл бұрын

Astonishing!

Great rendition of a memorable Hendrix song. Band of Gipsys is the greatest live album ever recorded imo.

@matthewmorgan7106

Жыл бұрын

That album was made because of a recording commitment the band was obligated to undertake. Jimi played in a relaxed way because he knew there was no money in it and wasn't trying to please anyone but himself. Result was timeless amazing art !

A tormented soul Jimi's spirit left his body and choose to dwell in Randys body.

Way to go Randy, there was all kind of Hendrix in this video. Loved the audience as well. Well done.

This Is What Jamming Should Sound Like Excellent Playing !

@egonghost3990

5 жыл бұрын

his third teeth look like rabbit-heidy klump-hairdresser Connection la.fuck someone Young.

Such a great baseline.

This dude is the best Hendrix cover artist ever

Jimi Hendrix died... and got fucking reborn in Randy Hansen... Thank you so much god!

Just found Randy today...WOW The Real Deal

@ReneeNme

8 жыл бұрын

+Bill Schmucker You bet. I only learned about him about a month ago. What a great tribute artist/band.

@leonbmanabouttown3128

5 жыл бұрын

I just found him today!!! 4th video in!!! This guy is amazing!!

@abelowther7531

4 жыл бұрын

Me to just found this

Thanks Ufo. Great vid, great audio, great performance by all. For the nay-sayers: no one does Hendrix better than Randy. If you've ever seen him live, you would agree. Jimi is long gone, but Randy has kept the music and sound alive for us to enjoy for over 35 years. I don't see how anyone can complain about that.

@mikelichteveld4604

10 жыл бұрын

Amen to that! Gonna see Randy in a couple of hours on my birthday today. What a way to celebrate your birthday with the music of Jimi. I don't either get the complaining, Randy does justice to the music of Jimi. People like me weren't able to see Jimi live and Randy is no 1 when it comes tributing the master.

@davidferrara1105

9 жыл бұрын

Because it's better to be the first "yourself" than the second anyone else. That's what people are naysaying. We're entitled to our opinions.

@anderskyn

6 жыл бұрын

en·ti·tled inˈtīdld,enˈtīdld/ adjective adjective: entitled believing oneself to be inherently deserving of privileges or special treatment.

@rayerscarpensael2300

Жыл бұрын

​@@davidferrara1105 that someone does not get randy is not the average tribute band is beyond me. There is some supernatural about this close to reincarnation experience. Just watch his face. Plus no one complains about violonists reinterpreting mozart or paganini for the millionth time.

It’s hard to believe. The look, the guitar tone, the bass...spot on.

I was lucky enough to See Hendrix live. Had all his albums and wore them out. I've heard a lot of guitarists cover Hendrix but not capture his essence. Randy isn't just impersonating Hendrix, he's channeling him

Randy....Angel on guitar Brilliant musician!!!

Hendrix died before I was born, so I never had the chance to see him live. Randy is by far the closest thing. To be honest, when a Randy version of a Hendrix song pops up on a playlist, I often can't tell which of the two it is - he's that good!

I almost cried listening to this performance for how good it is. thank you guys!

His vocals are unbelievable

Amazing, all the vocal range of Ian Gillan together with the groove and energy of Hendrix !! You guys make some sweet noise for just a 3 piece band, somewhere out there, Jimi has a smile on his face.

@bassboye8959

3 жыл бұрын

Buddy Miles vocals for sure. The gypsies were one of the 1st great black rock & blues bands with an edge.

This performance alone should have Grammy/Oscar all over it!!!

He is so fantastic. What a great gift, this man, who is a great musician on his own, gives all his talent and knowledge to keep Jimi's music alive.

Absolutely awesome 😎

great player in the purest Hendrix's mainstream...great sound

Flawless. Let's see where Jimi would have gone and where Randy deserves to be. SWEET

Yes ..True Sincere Dedicated Rockers Like You Mr.Randy Hansen , UFO Walter And Manni Von Bohr Will Always Keep Soul , Blues , R&B ,Rock'nRoll , Program.Rock And Hard Rock Alive Forever , Thank You Randy , UFO , & Nanni , . Always Be Like You Always Are Original .

@ufowalter

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks - that´s nice. We can´t wait to play again.

I mean no cover band would cover this tune, he is so damn good. True Jimi fans know this tune, most casual fans have never heard this song, so good!

Long time guitarist and 40 year Hendrix fan---and for me besides watching The Man, there's nothing like this!

I saw Randy play nearly 45 years ago in a small club down by the beach and he blew my young and impressionable mind. Jamming out on the street.... Randy is obviously a brilliant musician in his own right. As a guitar player myself what really strikes me seeing him so many years later is how much mileage Hendrix could get out of one position on the neck, and it never gets boring, and it never seems to repeat itself, even though its repeating itself over and over. Fantastic vibrato, Randy is, was and will be the whole package.

I have a few octave fuzz pedals and they take a lot of skill to master. They are a like a seperate instrument altogether. Hats off. The sweet high notes are there.

@bassboye8959

3 жыл бұрын

Ty nightngale. Im a bassist that plays multiple guitars as in six strings also. Guitarists are gifted. Think about this: when Randy was working this stuff out with the goal of authentisty, there was no youtube or head phone jacks on most amps nor usb ports. He had to rent a large commercial space some where alone at full Marshal volume then break a band in to get the high volume sound like that. Alot of fckn work just to be half as good as his hero. He's done credit to his aims. Most people who can't play much less at a high level just dont know how much work is involved. Then Play it and sing along as well. Another skill many don't have. Vocals and playing fluidly.

@rocknroll7400

Жыл бұрын

@@bassboye8959 good comment

Most of my black friends love Hip Hop and think that they're super talented but couldn't name two songs by Jimi Hendrix. I find that pretty sad personally.

@TheGreatAlan75

4 жыл бұрын

@@louisdiamond7045 Tupac songs have lots of heart. "Life Goes On", "Pour out a little liquor", "So Many Tears"..

@qg3726

3 жыл бұрын

Jimi B like "Ain't This Bout A Bitch??!!.. Stupid "Sobroz" & that FLIP FLOP Shit.. Hendrix PROBABLY said "Thatz My White Brother From Nuther Mother... PLAY On Brother!!..

@tymarq07

3 жыл бұрын

@Will oh.. ok

@mottahead6464

3 жыл бұрын

I would call that insulting.

@littleBurger96

3 жыл бұрын

Most of my white friends are the same mate

This is the CLOSEST I’ve heard anyone come to actually playing that song! Good job!

Incredible ! The guy is so in touch with Jimi.

That magical tone christ almighty!

Dude is so dedicated he actually plays the guitar upside down. That's dedication.

I met Randy at HWY 99(a club) in downtown Seattle we talked and took pictures. He told me he met Randy Rhoads. Super cool.

Plate reverb is my friend its july 4th 20 2 14 am and this is very loud... I love Hendrix and Randy Hansen is a message of love.

One thing many people can play a hendrix song'but know one I ever heard has the soul except for MR.RANDY HANSEN. THANK YOU SOOOOOOOO MUCH FOR WHAT YOU DO.I LOVE YOUR MUSIC.

Sometimes we tend to take Jimi for granted always expecting great sound when we listen to his records. But when someone plays Jimi so well that there is a conscious effort to sound exactly like him (nuances and all), there is a renewed acknowledgement of how unique and legendary the great ‘Jimi Hendrix’ really was.

Randy's got some Randy going...luv it!!

SWEET!!! Best Hendrix impression/version I've EVER seen!

WTF! I’ve no words for how this touches my souls 🎸🤘🍺

Captures the true spirit of Hendrix’s music better than anyone , nice job 💫

Randy rules!!!!! love the way he nails all the best little sounds on this song from the Band of gypys album... something that Hendrix wouldnt do, as he'd never play a song the same twice

@bassboye8959

3 жыл бұрын

Your right David, he hit alot of the right licks, really stucknslam dunked them. Really enjoyed this video.

I saw Randy Hansen and his band in 1979 in Phoenix. I am 60 now and have seen many great bands and Gigs. His show in '79 was one of the best shows I have ever seen. He put on a truly amazing show. I'll never forget that night!

Thanks for posting these Ufo Walter.

what a great gig , to everyone in this, I salute you for joining in !!!

I just keep coming back to this! What a great thing to keep Jimi's joy alive....Have shared with old JH fan-friends and they can hardly believe it either! Randy, you're amazing.

As a young(ish) follower of Hendrix - I'm 33 years old and fell in love with this music at 6 years old... I am a huge critic of people covering Hendrix songs. Many try and fall short which frustrates me... These guys however are amazing, no other way to explain it. I sat in the 2nd row in the Melbourne concert last week, F-ing incredible. Nearly brought tears to my eyes - really did not expect such a magnificent performance. Randy playing in amongst the crowd while he played my favourite - Voodoo Chile Slight Return. These guys are having fun... they love the crowd that supports them. Playing not only the singles - but some songs that only true fans would know. These guys are the real deal, and I have a new favourite band to follow! Please come back to Australia soon guys!

@malectric

8 жыл бұрын

I saw him play in Wellington NZ last night and was transported back half a century. His presentation was total right down to the ostentatious jewellery on his hands. I could close my eyes and Jimi was playing right there. Amazing!

@BBBri57

8 жыл бұрын

Me too! Was prepared for the worst but left thinking that was the closest I could ever get to seeing the real deal. Started out quiet, but when the amp warmed up and he turned up a bit it was a great show, sublime playing, man his rig was dialled in on kill. I was back a bit on the ground floor. From there he even looked the part.

I love this - this is one dedicated guy who really loves his Hendrix and clearly doesn't just play for the money, great stuff man!

Absolutely great.

One of my all-time favorite riffs. I could play this forever, a perfect loop.

Beautiful!!!

Such a great performance I find myself coming back to this groove all the time. So good

thnx Ufo......another beautiful one....

A real master of the Hendrix style! Just amazing! Randy Hansen is superior!

Super Awesome! GrandMaster Blues Cosmic Psychedelic Guitarist. Jimi Hendrix🎸🎶🎵👑. Is being Channeled through Mr. Randy Hansen🎸🎶🎵

Saw Randy once in 1979. Awesome show. I just wanted to compliment the quality and editing of the video. Imean closeups of fingering frets! Also awesome. Thanks.

Thanks Randy Hansen Band !

Seen Randy 2 weeks ago in Sydney what an incredible performer was not disappointed if you ever get the chance to see him don't miss out you won't be sorry probably one of the best live acts I have seen

Stunning.

Randy was one of the players at the Jimi Hendrix Music Festival back in the day. Great and friendly person. We had a fabulous time with the whole team backstage. Guy

@ufowalter

2 жыл бұрын

He´s a real sweetheart

When I started in 1972 I owned 30 bootleg and released Jimi albums, by far the best of all tributes

Great audience chorus here, really into it! With the great playing and tone Randy's doing a real service to all Hendrix lovers!! Thanks bud!

Oh I love it! So awesome!

awesome..one of my favorite Hendrix solos..and he nailed..beautiful.

@ufowalter

10 жыл бұрын

Cool - i hope well make it, this year, Jamie ;-)

@jaimedolcesinnersole

10 жыл бұрын

yeah bro!!!~me too!. rock oN!J

Incredible!!!

Everything about this is beautiful. Thank you UFO Walter!

@ufowalter

3 жыл бұрын

Danke, lieber Wolfgang :-)

What I can only “like” this one time !?!?!

What would Jimmy say if he came back to the present and heard some guy blazing his riffs away with his exact tone and phrasing, sounding almost identical to his voice. I think he would be quite proud and honored! God Bless Jimi up in rock'n roll heaven.

@TheDarkDutchman

Жыл бұрын

Well, actually the voice on the original Hendrix album was Buddy Miles. 🤔

I sit at the computer with KZread music in the background as I work, I heard this and immediately thought it was Jimi live, so opened up the screen and saw Randy, utterly amazing!

Great performance. Randy GETS Hendrix' music really well. It's not just the licks and the stage antics, but the music as a whole.

So good. This is the best version I have heard

Just found randy and the band today i was shock when i heard audience sing along coz never i heard people sang along during jimi time coz he is way up ahead in his time blesses randy and the band

The spirit of Jimi is captured in the dynamic performance. What a treasure. Is he still active?

@ufowalter

Жыл бұрын

Sure - go to randyhansen.com and check out our tourdates

@bnastali

Жыл бұрын

@@ufowalter SUPER~!

Great Guitar Guru,Awesome falls Short when describing this phenomenal Virtuoso,thank you very much 🙏💯

Amazing... spot on

Ich hab die Band schon paar mal gesehen, die ganze Band ist unglaublich, da stimmt einfach alles. Wahnsinn!!!!!

Damn nice cover boys! It's amazing

wow!!! love this guy !! omg

Thanks my Friend ! For the Songs of Jimi Hendrix

The Randy Hansen Band... THE BEST

Unreal cover. Sounds amazing!

Thanks Randy and UFO!

I saw Randy at the Exit Inn in Nashville back in 1986. He was incredible. Loved the show.

Aother great job by this band;cant wait to see them live.thanks for posting .

@ufowalter

8 жыл бұрын

+Les Wadley thank you, Les - yeah - do that. It´s great to meet the youtube friends for real.

@geert0809

8 жыл бұрын

+Les Wadley Tonight is gonna be the night i`m going to see him live here in the Netherlands. Really looking forward to it!

Jimi will be proud of you!!!!

Manni and Ufo are truly incredible as well.

This guy is absolutely amazing!! :-O

Imitation, it is said,is the sincerest form of flattery.Jimi lives on.

Perfection!

Randy...Angel on Guitar 💪☝️

I saw him late 70's when he was just started doing the "Randy Hansen's machine Gun" act. San Jose State. They played Rainbow Bridge movie before the show. People were heckling before he came out, "Let's see the Kmart Jimi Hendrix" and crap like that. By the 2nd or 3rd song, jaws were on the floor and nobody was heckling any more. When he did 3rd stone from the sun, with all the sound effects, it became pretty much a life changing event for many. I was freakin' stunned. Randy is one of the true greats.