Mitch Mitchell

Mitch Mitchell, drummer for Hendrix, found dead....

Mitch Mitchell was a one off, with a cavalier style that helped shape the Hendrix legend. He had a very unique fusion of Jazz and free rock playing style that will never be repeated. We (Blues Deluxe) play "Manic Depression" and "Fire", probably 2 of his signature drum tacks and real fun to play, with the song composed directly round his unique drumming style. Fittingly he had been drumming for the Experience Hendrix Tour, which performed in Portland USA, where he was found in his Hotel room. It was the last stop on the West Coast part of the tour. We will never see his likes again...