Stanley Jordan Plays Jimi


Stanley Jordan Plays Jimi is NOT performing at the 2026 Big Blues Bender.
This page is an archive from thier past perfomance(s).

This is the first appearance of Stanley Jordan Plays Jimi at the Big Blues Bender.
2025

World-renowned guitarist Stanley Jordan has developed a new live show called "Stanley Plays Jimi." This is a tribute show, but it's not pure imitation. Instead Stanley builds on Jimi's legacy in a creative way. As Stanley explains it, "This is my fantasy Jimi Hendrix concert if Jimi were still alive and playing today. By re-imagining his music and channeling his persona I try to bring that fantasy to life."

Jordan has received widespread recognition for his musical talent, including four Grammy nominations, a NAACP Image Award and praise from esteemed critics like Leonard Feather. Jordan has collaborated with a diverse range of artists, including Art Blakey, Richie Cole, Stanley Clarke, Kenny Rogers, Les Paul, Eddie Van Halen, BB King, Steve Miller, David Gilmour, Robert Palmer, and Brian Setzer.

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