Jimi Hendrix (1942-1970) was an American rock guitarist, singer, and songwriter. Widely regarded as one of the most influential electric guitarists in the history of popular music, Hendrix fused blues, jazz, rock, and soul with avant-garde techniques. His career lasted only four years, but he became one of the most celebrated musicians of the 20th century. Hendrix's innovative style combined fuzz, feedback, and controlled distortion, creating a new musical form and influencing generations of musicians. He died at the age of 27 in London.