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Room Full of Mirrors by Charles Cross is the most definitive biography of Hendrix, in my opinion.
3 Books Every Jimi Hendrix Fan Should Read
One of rock and roll’s most influential artists, Jimi Hendrix, left a staggering mark on the genre within a short time frame. The famed guitarist’s debut album, Are You Experienced, was released in 1967, just three years before Hendrix died at 27.
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Although his time in the spotlight was brief, the celebrated musician changed rock and roll history, breaking barriers with his experimental methods of guitar playing.
His psychedelic take on classic blues helped shape the sound we now associate with classic rock, inspiring multiple generations of artists to keep pushing their creative boundaries.
Here are three must-read books that provide context and analysis of Jimi Hendrix’s incredible, chaotic career and the path that led him to it:
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Room Full of Mirrors: A Biography of Jimi Hendrix
Author Charles R. Cros