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Documentary about Jimi Hendrix's four years in London at the end of the 60s. Contributors include Eric Clapton, Dave Mason, Ginger Baker and Hendrix's girlfriend Kathy Etchingham.

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Jimi Hendrix: Guitar Hero

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