Produced by Experience Hendrix, the Seattle company that oversees the Hendrix estate, the concert also plays tonight in Portland and Thursday night in San Francisco. The concerts highlight Hendrix's continuing influence on rock nearly 34 years after his death.

From bassist Billy Cox, who met Hendrix in 1961 and played in each of his bands, to younger musicians Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Kenny Olson (of Kid Rock), the lineup of guitarists, bassists and drummers saluted Hendrix with a boisterous, free-flowing concert that closed with more than a dozen musicians jamming on "Voodoo Child (Slight Return)."

Bob Hendrix served as master of ceremonies and Jimi's adopted sister, Janie Hendrix (in purple jacket and boots and black slacks), was host.

The revved-up audience sang along and shouted requests, but saved its most ardent affection for Guy, who offered a sultry, teasing performance of several blues songs that influenced Hendrix as well as generations of blues and rock musicians.

The concert wasn't without a few problems. After singing a beautiful version of "Angel," Paul Rodgers (of Bad Company fame) stalled for time by leading the audience in an a cappella singalong while stage hands solved a technical problem.

Guitarist Sheldon Reynolds, formerly of Earth, Wind & Fire, opened the marathon concert by dedicating a powerful version of "Foxey Lady" to wife Janie Hendrix. Indigenous, a Native American rock group, preceded guitarist Eric Gales, a member of the Experience Hendrix stable of musicians. Gales offered a hard-rocking version of "Purple Haze" that demonstrated his skill on electric guitar.

Double Trouble's Chris Layton and Tommy Shannon, the rhythm section that once backed Stevie Ray Vaughan, accompanied the remarkable Hubert Sumlin, the noted guitarist for Howlin' Wolf. Guitarist Jerry Cantrell of Alice in Chains joined Heart's Ann Wilson on "Hey Joe." Wilson later sang a powerful version of "Manic Depression."

The crowd erupted in cheers when Living Colour, a group that helped redefine African American music in the post-Hendrix era, performed a vigorous version of "Crosstown Traffic." The group featured guitarist Vernon Reid and singer Corey Glover, who leaped into the audience while leading a singalong.

Cox and drummer Mitch Mitchell drew applause for their roles as actual Hendrix sidemen, but Mitchell admitted to being rusty. Guy, in a natty suit and hat, thrilled the crowd with a sexy, playful version of "Hoochie Coochie Man." Cox and Mitchell later joined the blues veteran on a smoldering rendition of "Red House."

The big finale featured eight guitarists, each of whom playfully imitated some of Hendrix's famous tricks and techniques, including playing behind the back.  A Great show to say the least!