The Jimi Hendrix Experience

The Jimi Hendrix Experience was a psychedelic rock band from the sixties. They were extremely phenomenal, developmental, and influential. Hendrix performed at both The Woodstock Festival and the Monterey Pop Festival. His style contributed to the origins of what would become metal. He is noted for his iconic performance of the Star Spangled Banner. His music was partially influenced by the blues and early rockers. Although many believe he died from an overdose of recreational drugs, it was revealed he actually died of an overdose of sedatives. Many of his songs have become classic rock staples. Hendrix is a member of the "27 Club", artists who died at the age of 27. This includes Janis Joplin, Buddy Holly, and Jim Morrison of The Doors. This would later become an obsession for Kurt Cobain of Nirvana, leading to his ultimate suicide. Neo-progressive rock band Marillion has claimed Hendrix as an influence.