Jimi Plays Monterey (1987)

Name: Jimi Plays Monterey
Genre: Documentary, Music
Released: 1987
Duration: 50 min
Rating: 7.5
Cast: John Phillips, Jimi Hendrix, Noel Redding, Mitch Mitchell, Art Garfunkel

50m United States of America

Documentary Music

Plot

Jimi Hendrix's unforgettable performance at the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival marked a turning point in live music history. At the time, he was relatively unknown in the U.S., despite his success in the UK. With his dynamic two-piece Experience, Hendrix captivated the audience, delivering blistering renditions of blues staples like "Rock Me Baby" and Howlin' Wolf's "Killing Floor." He also electrified Bob Dylan's "Like a Rolling Stone" and showcased tracks from his upcoming debut album. The set culminated in a fiery, wild rendition of "Wild Thing," where he famously sacrificed his guitar, forever cementing his status as a rock icon.

Cast

John Phillips Jimi Hendrix Noel Redding Mitch Mitchell Art Garfunkel George Harrison Mick Jagger Brian Jones Janis Joplin John Lennon Paul McCartney Charles Shaar Murray Ringo Starr Denny Dent Michelle Phillips