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Why Did People Miss Jimi Hendrix’s Set at Woodstock?

Woodstock was the music festival that symbolized the entire generation back in the sixties. This groundbreaking festival was the defining symbol of counter-culture, anti-war, and idealism. It also helped spread new brands of music. But did you know that many missed Jimi Hendrix’s set in Woodstock despite already being famous at the time? Jimi Hendrix […]

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When Did Richie Havens Compose the Song “Freedom”?

Woodstock 1969 has helped many artists propel their musical careers. One of these artists included Richie Havens. He was the first to perform at the festival and actually came up with his famous song on stage. Musician Richie Havens performed spontaneously in front of half a million people because he had nothing else to play.

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