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8. Mitch Mitchell (Jimi Hendrix Experience)

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Mitchell’s smooth, jazzy style worked well with Jimi Hendrix’s experimental and ultimately revolutionary guitar playing. Mitchell never tried to do too much behind the kit, but was part of one of the most successful rhythm sections, along with bassist Noel Redding, in all of rock. The Jimi Hendrix Experience’s gem, “Hey Joe,” showcases some of Mitchell’s finest work.