Jimi Hendrix Goes in Peace -- Picture Book

Each week, in Picture Book, we present an iconic photo from rock 'n' roll's past or present, accompanied with insightful commentary. Whether it's a famous picture or an unearthed rarity, these striking images will serve to illustrate the visual side of music.

Jimi Hendrix, Sept. 6, 1970

Jimi Hendrix and bass player Billy Cox arrive at the Open Air Love & Peace Festival, in Fehmarn, Germany -- which wasn't exactly loving or peaceful. Prior to Hendrix's arrival, German biker gangs fought in the audience. Meanwhile, delays caused by torrential rains frustrated concertgoers, who booed Hendrix as he appeared onstage. After this, his final headlining show, Hendrix would perform just once more -- joining Eric Burdon and War at a London jazz club. Two days after that, on Sept. 18, the 27-year-old Hendrix was dead, having choked on his own vomit..