Which street in New York City is being co-named Jimi Hendrix Way?

West Eighth Street in Greenwich Village is being co-named Jimi Hendrix Way.

What is the significance of West Eighth Street for Jimi Hendrix?

West Eighth Street is home to Electric Lady Studios, a recording studio founded by Jimi Hendrix in 1970.

When will the Jimi Hendrix Way co-naming ceremony take place?

The co-naming ceremony for Jimi Hendrix Way is scheduled to take place on February 24th at 11 a.m.

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Jimi Hendrix Honored with Street Co-Naming

12 Feb

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West Eighth Street in Greenwich Village will be co-named Jimi Hendrix Way.
Electric Lady Studios, founded by Hendrix in 1970, is located on this street.
The co-naming ceremony will take place on February 24th at 11 a.m.

Jimi Hendrix Honored with Street Co-Naming

A section of West Eighth Street in Greenwich Village will be officially co-named 'Jimi Hendrix Way' on February 24th. This street is significant as it is the location of Electric Lady Studios, a recording studio founded by the legendary guitarist in 1970. The ceremony, scheduled for 11 a.m., will include remarks from Jimi Hendrix's sister, Janie Hendrix, and musician Stevie Van Zandt.

Janie Hendrix, leading Experience Hendrix LLC, collaborated with Stevie Van Zandt's TeachRock nonprofit for this honor. TeachRock is launching a new educational lesson focused on Hendrix's musical innovation. The lesson utilizes archival footage and interviews to explore his roots and influence.