In my opinion no single guitarist has influenced the art more then Jimi Hendrix. Under the blanket of pop culture that includes legions of fans and followers is the music and the voice which transcends social boundaries and the generation divide. Case in point: when over 1500 guitarist play your song (hey Joe), thousands of miles away in a country generally not known for its music, Poland, you know you've done something right. Three generations have experienced the Hendrix sound. His image is portrayed on posters and T-shirts. And of course who could forget his White, left-handed Fender American Strat, and the Wah-Wah pedal.
A wave of artists have developed their sound through his influence; Stevie Ray Vaughn, Yngwie Malmsteen, John Mayer and countless others. Songs like Little Wing and Hey Joe will surely stand as all time greats. Moreover his performances at Montreux, and Woodstock 69' will undoubtedly remain legendary.
Hendrix's skill on his instrument occupies a unique and special niche in history. Many will undoubtedly rise out of his shadow of influence to occupy their own place in history. More power to them, let them not forget their roots however.
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