Jimi Hendrix

James Marshall "Jimi" Hendrix (November 27, 1942 - September 18, 1970), formerly known as Johnny Allen Hendrix Hendrix, born in Seattle, Washington, United States, is a famous American guitarist, singer, and musician. Although his main music career only lasted 4 years, James is still recognized as the most important electric guitarist in the history of pop music and one of the most famous musicians in the 20th century. He is known as the "Guitar God". The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame describes him as "the greatest musician in the history of rock and roll." Popular musician voted by readers of Melody Maker in 1967, Performer of the Year by Rolling Stone in 1968, Top Musician in the World by Disc in 1969, Rock Guitarist of the Year by Guitar Player in 1970, Jimi Hendrix was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992, and the British Hall of Fame in 2005. In 2003, Rolling Stone magazine ranked Jimi Hendrix No. 1 among the 100 greatest guitarists in history. In 2011, Rolling Stone magazine ranked him No. 1 again among the 100 greatest guitarists in history.