Hendrix closed out the festival in Bethel, New York, on August 18, 1969, leading his newly formed band Gypsy Sun and Rainbows.
How Albert Goodman Captured Unseen Woodstock Footage
The newly surfaced recordings were filmed by Albert Goodman, a 22-year-old drama student who gained unauthorized access to the stage during the historic headlining set. Once onstage, he positioned himself directly behind percussionist Juma Sultan.
Festival staff assumed Goodman belonged to the professional film crew documenting the event. This mistaking of identity allowed him to remain in place for the duration of the performance, recording on two open-reel videotapes. The resulting perspective places viewers remarkably close to the electric-guitar innovator.
Did you know? Albert Goodman’s tapes remained in private storage for three decades before he eventually made them available to the Hendrix family.
Setlist Highlights in ‘Jimi Hendrix: Live at Woodstock — A Second Look’
The newly compiled project, titled Jimi Hendrix: Live at Woodstock — A Second Look, premiered on YouTube. It includes performances that remained unseen by the public for decades, offering fresh visual documentation of the iconic set.
From Hitchhiking to a Private Screening With Hendrix
Goodman’s connection to the legendary musician extended beyond the festival stage.
After Goodman mentioned the videotapes he had captured, the driver arranged a private screening for Hendrix himself. Despite that early encounter, the tapes stayed off-limits to the broader public until Goodman handed the recordings over to the Hendrix family years later.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who filmed the newly discovered Jimi Hendrix Woodstock footage?
The footage was filmed by Albert Goodman, a 22-year-old drama student who snuck onto the stage during the 1969 festival.
What band was Hendrix playing with at Woodstock?
Hendrix performed with Gypsy Sun and Rainbows (also known as the Band of Gypsys), featuring bass guitarist Billy Cox, guitarist Larry Lee, percussionists Juma Sultan and Jerry Velez, and drummer Mitch Mitchell.
Where can people watch the newly released footage?
The footage is featured in the release titled Jimi Hendrix: Live at Woodstock — A Second Look, which premiered on YouTube.
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