Part 2/8:
When we listen to Hendrix today, we often miss the historical context that shaped his music. The electric guitar, relatively new in 1967, was revolutionized by Hendrix in a way that few had anticipated. The seasoned guitar players of today may find that the sounds Hendrix pioneered seem familiar, often likening them to those of artists like John Mayer or Stevie Ray Vaughan. However, these artists owe much to Hendrix, who was the first to break new ground with his innovative techniques and stylings.