The pop star who evolved and grew in bold steps often left the contemporary audience behind. Yet on numerous occasions, particularly in the accounts by Scandinavian writers who appreciated Jimi, the descriptions do provide great insight into the artist and his day and occasionally that reaches the level of poetry. Ultimately this volume confirms my impression that 1967 and 1968 were relatively innocent, and that 1969 and 1970 became a bit more grim, business-like and less groovy due in part to the polarized scene in America in that day, the depersonalization of concerts from clubs and small halls to arenas and the festival setting, and the performers' own inevitable ennui. I could go on and on about the content of Eyewitness , but it is too rich for one meal. Let this serve as an appetizer.
Surprises await the reader.