Jimi Hendrix
Jimi Hendrix artist page: interviews, features and/or performances archived at NPR Music
Studio Sessions
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March 5, 2010 Valleys of Neptune offers unreleased tracks and alternate versions of Hendrix's classics.
Interviews & Profiles
November 15, 2012 Hear an eclectic mix of music as the adventurous cellist spins his favorites in the studio.
June 19, 2012 The singer describes the many influences and inspirations behind her latest album, Banga.
November 22, 2010 A new box set had to navigate a tangle of legal battles before it saw the light of day.
October 22, 2010
August 28, 2010 The string quartet, known for their jazzy chamber music, takes on a new challenge: Jimi Hendrix.
April 5, 2009 Joplin, Hendrix, Cobain: Author Eric Segalstad looks at rockers who died young in The 27s.
June 14, 2007 The 1967 Monterey Pop Festival shined a spotlight on then-unknown performers including Jimi Hendrix.
November 18, 2006 The ground-breaking psychedelic rock album is a recent add to the National Recording Registry.
November 8, 2005 Charles Cross talks about his new biography of the rock guitar icon.
August 3, 2005 A talk with Jimi Hendrix biographer Charles Cross on Hendrix's legacy.
Discover Songs
November 9, 2010 This week on All Songs Considered, the legendary musician and producer shares some of his favorites.
May 11, 2010 Lydon spins some of his favorite music on All Songs Considered, and gets in a few digs.
May 1, 2008 Geoff Barrow and Adrian Utley from the trip-hop group Portishead spin their favorite music.
News
October 24, 2010 Author Gary Golio says that there are many important lessons to be learned from the young Hendrix.
September 15, 2010 John Ridley uncovers one of the least-told stories in rock history: Jimi Hendrix and Linda Keith.
January 11, 2010 The 12 studio tracks were recorded mostly by the original Jimi Hendrix Experience.
Reviews
December 21, 2010 A new box set showcases Hendrix's work as a sideman for a number of famous musicians.
More Stories
February 27, 2013 These 12 previously unreleased recordings shine a spotlight on his considerable charisma.
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March 22, 2013 Hear an entire show of newly released Hendrix material, as well as interviews with people he knew.
July 23, 2011 Yet another talented, troubled musician just happened to die at 27. What is it about that age?
April 15, 2010 We compiled the best guitar moves to build both your muscles and your godlike mystique.
April 3, 2009 Hear five of the hip-hop poet's favorite songs — tracks in which the music itself calls for change.
January 20, 2009 "The Star Spangled Banner" has inspired some memorable interpretations over the years.
September 18, 2000 For more than three decades, this iconic rocker has inspired and humbled guitar players everywhere.
January 25, 2007 Topics: Caring for children and elderly parents; and a new energy drink named after Jimi Hendrix.
