Acid Blues (Slight Return): The music of Jimi Hendrix continues to strike a chord.

The article focuses on Jimi Hendrix's iconic performance of "The Star-Spangled Banner" at Woodstock on August 18, 1969, and its cultural significance. It details the historical context of the national anthem, including its origins and the events surrounding its adoption as the official anthem in 193...

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Publicado en:American Scholar Vol. 95; no. 1; pp. 88 - 96
Autor principal: MCMANUS, JAMES
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: Phi Beta Kappa Society Winter2026
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Sumario:The article focuses on Jimi Hendrix's iconic performance of "The Star-Spangled Banner" at Woodstock on August 18, 1969, and its cultural significance. It details the historical context of the national anthem, including its origins and the events surrounding its adoption as the official anthem in 1931. The piece also explores Hendrix's unique interpretation of the anthem, which he played without lyrics, transforming it into a powerful musical statement that resonated with the anti-war sentiments of the era. Additionally, it touches on Hendrix's military background, his complex relationship with war, and how his music continues to serve as a symbol of defiance and cultural commentary.