Jim Morrison
 | The legendary frontman of planet Earth's first rock band defined a generation. He tragically died aged 27 in Paris on 3 July 1971. Jim Morrison and The Doors continue to inspire musicians of all ages. Find out more |
Kurt Cobain
| Kurt Cobain's influence on the music scene marked a dramatic shift in 90's rock and he attracted a worldwide loyal following. On 8 April 1994 he was found dead at his home with a shotgun wound to the head aged 27. Find out more |
Jimi Hendrix
| One of the greatest ever rock guitarists, this American guitarist, music producer and singer songwriter provided the sound track to a generation. The circumstances of his death aged 27, on 18 September 1970 have never been fully explained. Find out more | Brian Jones
 | Musician Brian Jones was a founder member of the Rolling Stones and was thought to have come up with the name of the band. It was said he could learn any instrument in less than thirty minutes. Jones was discovered motionless at the bottom of his swimming pool on 3 July 1969. Find out more | Janis Joplin
 | The American singer-songwriter was described by Time Magazine as: "Probably the most powerful singer to emerge from the white rock movement in the sixties." She died of a drug overdose at the age of 27 on 4 October 1970. Find out more |
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