Few acts leave a lasting imprint on the industry the way thatJimi Hendrixdid. Far more than just a guitarist, he is one of the most influential figures to touch the world of music, disintegrating the confines of genre to blend rock with psychedelia, blues, and soul. His aversion to the status quo and affinity for rebellion lit the world on fire, and remnants of his bravery can still be found in the emerging artists of today. Jimi Hendrix revolutionized rock music and lived in unwavering devotion to his authenticity, no matter how uncomfortable it made everyone else, cementing him as a counter-cultural icon.