Jimi Hendrix died 40 years ago tomorrow September 18 2010, The San Diego Union Tribune asked some famous artists to say what he still means to them, Tracy Chapman answered: “It’s a given that Hendrix was a very talented guitarist. He was doing his own thing, instead of what was expected of black musicians at the time. Having listened to his records for a long time, I have a great appreciation for his technique and innovation.”
Source : The San Diego Union Tribune