Mitch Mitchell, drummer for the Jimi Hendrix Experience has died at the age of 61. His death, from natural causes, was reported by the Multnomah County Medical Examiner to have occurred at 3:00 a.m. on November 12 in Portland, Oregon.
Mitchell’s death came just five days after he had wrapped up a four week cross country tour with the 2008 Experience Hendrix Tour. He had been performing with old and new friends in front of a total of 50,000 fans. His career with Jimi Hendrix Experience spanned 1966-2008.
He had an explosive drumming style that is now known as fusion. Ahead of his time, he helped to redefine rock music drumming. Several hits that showcased his talent were Fire and Manic Depression.
Jimi Hendrix died in 1970 and bass player Noel Redding in 2003.
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