Purple Haze Images

The Jimi Hendrix Experience

Left to right: Mitch Mitchell, Jimi Hendrix, and Noel Redding.

Behind the head

Often-emulated signature move of Jimi's—soloing behind the head. An early example of this showy move can be found in T-Bone Walker's live performances.

Sacrificing to the Electric Church

A famous photo of Jimi as he watches his Stratocaster burn during his performance at the Monterey Pop Festival

Are You Experienced

The album cover to the first Jimi Hendrix record, which in most versions contains "Purple Haze."