Jimi Hendrix

about “Seeing music”. As the lecture progressed to the topic about sexuality and music, he projected a YouTube video featuring the famous guitarist of the 1970s, Jimi Hendrix. The video was recorded at Miami in 1968, where Hendrix is performed one of his best-known songs “Foxey Lady” to a crowd of audience. This video recording of Hendrix surprised me, and there are several of reasons why. I seldom listen to Rock Music, and didn’t show much interest. Growing up I was more comfortable with…

guitarists in rock bands that include Jimi Hendrix, and Slash, are famous in their own right. It’s true that the vocalist may have his lyrics, but, it is the rhythm section behind him, who truly make the sound. The list of legendary lead guitarists: 1. The top spot goes to the American rock guitarist and singer - Jimi Hendrix. Hendrix is best known as one of the most influential electric guitarists in the history of popular music. The top tracks of Hendrix include: “Purple Haze,” “Fire”…

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Jimi Hendrix was a prominent cultural figure in the 60’s. He was a gifted guitarist and songwriter. His style and look influenced some of the biggest artist we know today such as Rick James, Prince and Erykah Badu. I enjoyed listening to this piece by Jimi Hendrix. I can remember the melody but I would have to listen to the piece a few times, only because he does a lot of improvisation. The only part I can remember easily is the chorus because I feel as if it stays constant; he does not change…

was originally scheduled to be in Woodstock, N.Y.. However, this three day festival was the epitome of peace, love, and rock n roll exemplifying counterculture and freedom. Billing over thirty-two famous artists to perform, some but not limit to; Jimi Hendrix, The Who, The Band, and Janis Joplin. Anticipating only 200,000 people, based on pre-sale orders, the festival grew quickly exceeding to approximately 400,000 people. Woodstock was a way of acting out a lifestyle for protests against the…

soul onto his performances, Jimi Hendrix opened up the doors to the future of rock and other musicians, Hendrix opened up the doors to the future of rock and other musicians. He inspired many artist with his distinct sound. Although his start into in music was a little bumpy, Jimi Hendrix impacted people of all kind. He introduced a new taste that touched people's life. Hendrix original name was Johnny Allen Hendrix. He later changed his name to James Marshall Hendrix. The legend was born on…

reminded me of the Jimi Hendrix rendition we listened to during class. Although both performances performed the same song, Hendrix is seen as a unpatriotic protester at Woodstock while the football game is perceived as patriotic. While we all were listening to the same song, our perspectives were different. Woodstock was packed with “skinny hippie women, smoking a few joints, dropping acid, laughing when the rain fell (Alexie, 31)” Hippies were galvanized by artists like Hendrix, whose…

rare. Many famous acclaimed bands and musicians had played the electric guitar and had their career and made lots of money. Bands such as ZZ Top, ACDC, The Beetles, The Jimi Hendrix Experience, Journey, etc. Musicians such as Eric Clapton, Jimmy Page, Jimi Hendrix,…

Jimi Hendrix born Johnny Allen Hendrix was born in November 27, 1943 in Seattle Washington his parents were James Allen Hendrix and Lucille Jeter his father served in World War 2 and his mother was a waitress in Seattle. Jimi Hendrix’s mother died of cancer on February 2 1958 in Renton, Washington and his father died of old age in April 17th, 2002. After his mom died he moved around a lot living at his grandmas and friends house. On September 18, 1970 Jimi Hendrix died in Kensington, London,…

Reservation Blues A common theme in both “If 6 was 9” and Jimi Hendrix Reservation Blues by Sherman Alexie, is those perceived to be different are denounced by others around them. This is seen by Coyote Springs, a Spokane band originating from the Northwest. As Coyote Springs struggles to rise into stardom, they face many challenges. Faced with exotification and exploration of their own culture as well as alienation from their own tribe, the band continues to push forth and create music on…