During the latest Morning Edition, the featured music is “Fire” by the Jimi Hendrix Experience.
This iconic song brings back memories of a significant event that occurred fifty years ago in London involving Jimi Hendrix and his fiery guitar stunt.
In a memorable performance, Hendrix captivated the audience by playing “Fire” before proceeding to pour lighter fluid on his guitar and setting it ablaze.
The resulting flames soared an impressive 4 feet into the air, unfortunately causing burns to his hands in the process.
This daring act marked the first time Hendrix attempted such a stunt,