Jimi Hendrix

If at first you don't succeed, try, try again.

There were plenty of memorable gigs throughout his too-brief career, but none was more infamous than this one.

They rehearsed for a week before hooking up with French pop singer Johnny Hallyday for a four-date French tour.

His passing followed a difficult chapter in the guitarist's life and career.

Legal battles to control the guitarist's legacy lasted for decades after his untimely death.

Result: A frustrated guitarist, a disappointed band and a bewildered and confused audience.

Bassist's departure ended the all-too brief reign of one of rock's greatest trios.

Jimi Hendrix was arrested in Toronto for possession of narcotics on May 3, 1969, but the charges wouldn't stick.