#18 – Jimi Hendrix

Seattle has laid claim to numerous famous singers, and it is proud to claim Jimi Hendrix as well. Hendrix was an American musician, singer, and songwriter who changed the music world with his electric guitar and sound innovations. 

Hendrix lived an interesting life, including a stint in the army. After being honorably discharged, Hendrix pursued his historic music career. Hendrix died far too soon at the age of 27, but has since earned numerous awards during and after his lifetime and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1992 and the UK Music Hall of Fame in 2005.