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The No.1 Tribute to Jimi Hendrix



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Member Since6/19/2006
Band Websitewww.areyou-experienced.co.uk
Band MembersJohn Campbell - Guitar & Vocals, Mark Arnold - Bass Guitar, Kevin O'Grady - Drums & Backing Vocals
InfluencesHendrix, Hendrix, Hendrix and errrrrr oh yeah Hendrix
Sounds LikeLast Thursday we went to Leeds City Varieties to see Are You Experienced, a Hendrix tribute. There could be no half measures, this would either be awesome or awful. My heart sank as the lights dimmed, the announcement was made and a man looking uncannily like Hendrix, complete with scarves, fringed shirt and crushed velvet loons came on stage. Plus he was holding his white Stratocaster right handed, but it had a left-handed neck, this, I thought, is taking it too far. My spirits rose when the discordant intro of Purple Haze resounded through the theatre and stayed up there until the last wha-wha notes of encore Voodoo Chile brought proceedings to a close more than two hours later. Yes, John Campbell looks like Jimi Hendrix and he is good enough to play like Jimi Hendrix, with a few of his own flourishes. One of my great regrets is that I never saw Hendrix play live. Last Thursday, I went with the flow and the experience was like being transported 40 years back in time and seeing the real Hendrix.
Outstanding... If John Campbell is playing anywhere remotely near you – just go and see him. Jaw-droppingly good playing, great band, great visuals - and a polite, good-natured personality as well. I saw JH back in 1969 but I have to say he didn’t sound nearly as good as John does. I went with friends and assorted kids from 12 upwards and all agreed it was a gig that easily deserved a place in our ‘top ten’ concerts list. Shaun Skelly
In an interview in Guitarist magazine (November 2005) Are You Experienced? are described by Jon Stewart as: "Uncannily like the real thing (if you don't believe me check their website)"
John Morgan of The Sunday Telegraph Magazine - Seven (August 2006) said of John: "Campbell in person does not come across as an arsonist, he grins constantly, speaks with an improbably thick Birmingham accent and talks as fast as he plays the guitar... but the sound that came from his guitar was genuine talent. Nothing was beyond him"
Quotes from venue owners and punters across the UK: "I have never really rated Hendrix, but by watching these so accurately portray their heroes, it made me appreciate how ahead of his time he was. I even bought the 'Best of' CD the next day..." - Sean Booker, Army & Navy (Chelmsford)
"...as someone who isn’t over enthusiastic about tribute bands, I didn’t expect much when I was persuaded to go and see Birmingham based “Are You Experienced”. I had heard their version of “Foxy Lady”, taken from an early album, but assumed that it was just a clever mixing job. I thought, “surely no one can ever attempt re-create the live stage show”. Well, these lads not only attempted it, they achieved it."- Graham Stellmach, The Borderline Club (Telford)
" The power trio that is "Are You Experienced" seriously rocked the joint. Apart from not being left handed (sorry man - my only criticism), John and the guys were awesome. This was just like being transported back to the late 60's, being in some cramped smokey jazz club listened to the world's greatest rock guitarist."- Mick Champness, City Limits (Romford)
BARRY MARTIN , DERBY EVENING TELEGRAPH. Are You Experienced? at The Flowerpot King St, Derby. Two and a half hours of Hendrix heaven. Absolutely awesome. A.Y.E.? lit up a gloomy, damp Derby night with an amazing, pyrotech-tastic tribute to 60’s/70’s psychedelia. Wild thing drummer Kevin O’Grady and moodily statuesque bassist Mark Arnold provided the perfect wall of sound backdrop for guitarist John Campbell to produce a phenomenal performance truly worthy of the great Jimi himself. Campbell dressed like, looked like, sang like and played like Hendrix. Look away and listen. It was Jimi.Look up through the swirling fog of cigarette smoke. Jimi was there. From the first note, Are You Experienced ? had the crowd happily head banging as they hammered out what seemed to be the complete works of the most inventive, iconoclastic guitarist the world has ever known. The staccato chewing, the flamboyant gestures, playing behind the head..with his teeth , the fleet-fingered fret-work on his signature Fender Stratocaster . John Campbell had ‘em all and did ‘em all. Soft, lilting Little Wing and Wind Cries Mary dovetailed with ear-numbing, axe- attacking, face-contorting versions of such classics as ‘Voodoo Chile, Purple Haze’ and a Gatling ‘ Machine Gun’ dedicated, tongue in cheek, to George Bush. Request time ! and the boys blasted out for me a storming version of the special one’s ‘Fire’ which near took the roof and rafters off of the building. Finishing the set with a touchingly respectful, blazing lighter-fluid flourish and ceremonial burning of his white Strat., John and co. exited the stage leaving the whooping and a’ hollerin’ Flowerpot faithful in an exhausted afterglow of musical nostalgia. Are You Experienced? I am now.
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Dec 4 2009 9:00P
The Moses Gate Farnworth (Bolton)
Dec 19 2009 10:00P
The Horn St Albans
Dec 30 2009 9:00P
The Flowerpot Derby
Jan 16 2010 9:00P
Hark to Towler Bury
Jan 21 2010 9:00P
The Robin Bilston. Wolverhampton, Midlands
Jan 23 2010 8:00P
The Melkweg Amsterdam
Feb 5 2010 9:00P
The Grapes Stafford
Feb 19 2010 9:00P
The Standard. London
Feb 27 2010 6:00P
The Wulfrun Wolverhampton, Midlands
Mar 5 2010 7:30P
Hull city Hall Hull
Mar 6 2010 9:00P
The Boardwalk Sheffield
Mar 13 2010 9:00P
The Witchwood Ashton under Lyne. Gtr Manchester
Mar 19 2010 9:00P
The Cavern Liverpool
Mar 20 2010 8:00P
Private party Leicester
Mar 25 2010 7:30P
The Kings Theatre Southsea
Mar 27 2010 7:30P
The Stables Milton Keynes
Apr 2 2010 9:00P
The Limelight Club Crewe
Apr 3 2010 9:00P
The Moses Gate Farnworth. Bolton
Apr 9 2010 8:00P
The Renfrew Ferry Glasgow
Apr 16 2010 9:00P
Yardbirds Grimsby
Apr 17 2010 9:00P
Cafe Artisan Rawtenstall GTR. Manchester
May 15 2010 10:00P
The Horn St Albans
May 20 2010 8:30P
The Garrick Theatre Lichfield. Staffs.
May 30 2010 9:00P
The Robin Bilston. Wolverhampton
Jun 10 2010 8:00P
Isle of Wight Isle of Wight
Jun 16 2010 8:00P
Lindos Lindos

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   About Are you experienced?
Are You Experienced? are THE No.1 Tribute to Jimi Hendrix and are now in their 11th year! They have played throughout Europe and Dubai as well as constantly touring the UK. Founder member John Campbell has been critically acclaimed as first choice for a Jimi sound and look-alike. In his Jimi persona he has appeared in numerous TV programmes, magazine / newspaper aticles and radio interviews. Are You Experienced? bring to life the explosive stage show that Jimi Hendrix's audiences witnessed first hand in the late sixties. With John's flamboyant guitar style (playing with his teeth and behind his head!!!) and bearing a striking resemblance to the man himself, a new audience are discovering something of what Jimi Hendrix's live show was all about. During their 2 hour set, the band will take you on a rollercoaster ride of Jimi classics such as Little Wing, All Along the Watchtower, Voodoo Chile, Foxy Lady, Red House, Fire and many more as well as playing some of the lesser known tracks (Axis Bold as Love, Freedom, Dolly Dagger, Manic Depression...) culminating in a magnificent guitar burning finale (John stopped smashing the guitars up on the advice of his accountant...) Having just signed to a management company, 2007 will see the band embarking on their first theatre tour of the UK.
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ROSA LEE BROOKS/BrooksProject

ROSA LEE BROOKS/BrooksProject



Dec 4 2009 3:21 PM


I HOPE YOU ENJOY MY RENDITION OF "ARE YOU EXPERIENCED"
GOLDENROSE/JIMI'S GIRL
angie

angie



Nov 26 2009 10:32 PM

hi john.... i made the top ten!!  heres the link
http://www2.gibson.com/News-Lifestyle/Contests/SG-Gals-Video-Vote.aspx

i'm not doing so good though.. i need votes....   

wow you have lots of shows ....  i bet you play killer shows....  is that rosa lee parks....   do you know her... was she jimi hendrixs girlfriend?  i'm gonna check out her site...    remember....   VOTE FOR ANGIE!!  
http://www2.gibson.com/News-Lifestyle/Contests/SG-Gals-Video-Vote.aspx
lise

 lise



Nov 26 2009 10:32 PM



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lise
angie

angie



Nov 24 2009 1:06 PM

hi John!!!!   i'm in 3rd place right now...  dont forget to vote everyday!!  tell all your friends!!     my mom says to tell you hi and how are you doing and all that...   
James Marshall Hendrix Birthday Bash Tue. Nov 27th

James Marshall Hendrix Birthday Bash Tue. Nov 27th



Nov 24 2009 1:06 PM




Jimi Hendrix Seattle Birthday Bash 11.28.09 at The Seamonster Lounge Giving thanks for Jimi Ari Joshua - Guitar Mesa - Vocals Barrett Martin - Drums Brandon Storms - Bass
Yogan Surian/Yogen

Yogan Surian/Yogen



Nov 19 2009 9:22 PM

nice 1 jimi jon!
ROSA LEE BROOKS/BrooksProject

ROSA LEE BROOKS/BrooksProject



Nov 19 2009 9:14 PM

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angie

angie



Nov 18 2009 4:06 PM


hi john... i'm trying to win a new gibson sg but i need votes.. will you vote for me ....if this link doesnt work the contest is on the gibson sg girls page.. i will get the link and send you another comment
Trower Power!!

Trower Power!!



Nov 18 2009 3:46 PM

Hi John

Hope you are well and keeping busy - looking forward to the support at the Robin

Mike
jane

jane



Nov 15 2009 5:40 PM

hi john my world rocks like hell . but it will rock abit brighter in april when you guys come back to the yardbirds . thanks for the vid  its like seeing a ghost .. is it john or jimi .. love you guys xxxx
Jenny

Jenny



Nov 10 2009 3:02 PM

Have a great week John!

Are you experienced?......Here I sing 'I don't live today', thought you maybe like to hear!

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Much love,

Jenny


Bootleg Blondie

Bootleg Blondie



Nov 10 2009 2:59 PM

Great to hear from you! Thanks for the birthday wishes
Debbie xxxxxxxxx
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Oct 30 2009 10:39 AM

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lise

 lise



Oct 27 2009 12:22 PM



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remembering jimi ♥
lise
HOT RED DRESS

HOT RED DRESS



Oct 27 2009 12:22 PM

Hey John, Good to see you last night.
Missed you both for the drink afterwards.

See you soon

didgi widgi

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Oct 27 2009 12:02 PM

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Cheers! :-)

ANCIENT SOUL

ANCIENT SOUL



Oct 17 2009 11:34 AM

much love
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ROSA LEE BROOKS/BrooksProject



Oct 15 2009 10:40 AM

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Oct 8 2009 4:31 PM

YES WE ARE EXPERIENCED!!!  GREETINGS FROM FINLAND!!

 

Mary

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Oct 7 2009 7:17 AM

Just showing some Love xxx...




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Sep 30 2009 10:44 AM

Hi, hope you are well.

Our UK autumn tour has now started and our show incorporates the whole range of classic Pink Floyd from Barrett, through Dark Side Of The Moon and Wish You Were Here, to The Division Bell
This year's dates celebrate the 30th anniversary of The Wall as well as featuring a special performance of the iconic tracks Echoes. Next Saturday 10th October we're playing at The Robin 2 in BILSTON. Tickets are available from the Robin box office: 01902 401 211 or online through our website. It should be a really great night so we hope to see you there! All the atmosphere, visual magnitude and musical excellence of Pink Floyd, re-created live onstage by THINK FLOYD - THE DEFINITIVE PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE!

For full tour listings as well as soundclips, photos and new Merchandise please visit www.thinkfloyd.net
jane

jane



Sep 29 2009 9:19 AM

HEY UP GUYS HOWS MY FAVOURITE HENDRIX BAND DOING ??? HOPE YOUR GONNA GROOVE OVER TO THE YARDBIRDS SOON COS I'M MISSING YA . ENJOY YOUR MARSHALL STACK ....XXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Mike Tyler/

Mike Tyler/



Sep 25 2009 11:30 AM

fly on! Peace and blessings .....Mike
 

Trower Power!!

Trower Power!!



Sep 21 2009 5:43 PM

A sad day to remember some 39 years ago... RIP Jimi.

Mike
Jessicka Harlot

Jessicka Harlot



Sep 21 2009 5:43 PM

Hi guys,

Friday was awesome as usual. Wouldn't have wanted to celebrate the anniversary of the great mans' death with anyone else!

Thank you for a fabulous night :)

Gemma & Gillian in Middlesbrough xx
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