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Jimi Hendrix was an American modern electric blues guitar virtuoso, lyricist, and vocalist, born on November 27, 1942, in Seattle, USA. He was a self-taught guitarist who began his musical career backing notable R&B artists such as Ike and Tina Turner, Sam Cooke, Wilson Pickett, Little Richard, The Isley Brothers, B.B. King, and Curtis Knight. After being brought to London from New York by former Animals bassist, Hendrix quickly became a prominent figure in the progressive rock scene of late 1966. He formed The Jimi Hendrix Experience with a bassist and drummer. Hendrix gained international acclaim following a landmark appearance at the Monterey Pop festival, leading to the release of their debut album, "Are You Experienced," in the US in September 1967. This was followed by his 1968 albums, "Axis: Bold As Love" and the influential "Electric Ladyland," which solidified his status as a premier rock instrumentalist and innovator. A greatest hits collection titled "Smash Hits" was released in 1969, along with a concert album featuring his performance at Monterey in 1970. After his untimely death on September 18, 1970, in London, a posthumous studio album, "The Cry Of Love," was released in January 1971, followed by the double album soundtrack to the documentary film "Jimi Hendrix" in June 1973.

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