num_pages: 320
description: In the thirty years since Jimi Hendrix died his influence has not diminished - for many musicians Hendrix represents the distillation of the counter-culture, while his distinctive style is constantly revived and mimicked by performers today. This book traces the sources of Hendrix's talent, showing how his knowledge of black musical traditions enabled him to cross racial barriers and achieve legendary status as both musician and performer.
language: English
title: Crosstown Traffic: Jimi Hendrix and Post-War Pop
titlecomplete: Crosstown Traffic: Jimi Hendrix and Post-War Pop
characters: Jimi Hendrix
genres: Music, History, African American, Biography, Music Biography, Essays, Nonfiction
ratings_count: 372
publisher: Not Avail