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Billy Gibbons Learns from Hendrix | Music News
Billy Gibbons recalls a wild teenage gig where his band, The Moving Sidewalks, opened for Jimi Hendrix—playing Hendrix’s hits like “Purple Haze” to fill a 40-minute set. Hendrix, watching from the wings with a grin, was impressed and even gifted Billy a hotel room. Hendrix’s fearless guitar innovation, including whammy bar tricks, left a lasting impression, teaching Billy the value of a tight band foundation—something he later applied with ZZ Top’s Dusty Hill and Frank Beard. That night wasn’t just a performance; it was a masterclass in musical courage and cohesion that shaped Gibbons’ entire…
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