Who is James Marshall Hendrix?
Q: Who is James Marshall Hendrix?
A: James Marshall Hendrix, born Johnny Allen Hendrix, was an American guitarist, singer, and songwriter.
Q: What was the major influence of Hendrix on other rock and roll musicians?
A: Hendrix was a major influence on other rock and roll musicians.
Q: Where did Hendrix initially gain recognition?
A: Hendrix initially gained recognition in England.
Q: Why did Hendrix become famous throughout the world?
A: Hendrix became famous throughout the world after appearances at the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967, at which he purposely set his guitar on fire, and Woodstock Festival.
Q: Was Hendrix trained in music notation?
A: No, Hendrix was a self-taught musician who was unable to read or write music notation.
Q: How did Hendrix famously play his guitar?
A: Hendrix famously played a right-handed Fender Stratocaster guitar turned over and restrung to play left-handed.
Q: What was Hendrix's achievement in Rolling Stone's magazine?
A: Jimi Hendrix was named Greatest Guitarist of all Time by Rolling Stone magazine in 2003.