Rock historians generally accept this anecdote as true, even though no one has found any evidence to support it. At the press conference, a reporter asked, “How does it feel to be the best guitarist in the world?” Hendrix shrugged and replied, “I don’t know, ask Rory Gallagher.” Two days later, Jimi Hendrix, already a global superstar, gives a typically rousing performance at the festival.
The Irish musician captivates both audiences and experts alike with his impressive power, talent and emotional intensity. Guitarist Rory Gallagher takes the stage on opening night with his band, Taste.