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1992 - Guitarist Jimi Hendrix inducted into Hall of Fame

? January 17, 1992Jimi Hendrix Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Legendary guitarist Jimi Hendrix, known for his revolutionary impact on music and electric guitar technique, was posthumously inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a member of The Jimi Hendrix Experience. Widely regarded as one of the greatest guitarists in history, Hendrix fused rock, blues, and funk in ways that reshaped the sound of modern music.

1942 - Birthday Muhammad Ali(Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr) was born on this date

Muhammad Ali(Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr), 57 former heavyweight champion boxer. Born Lousivlle, Ky. Jan,17, 1942.