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Noel ReddingBass player, former member of the Jimi Hendrix Experience
Date of Birth: 25.12.1945
Country:  Ireland |
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Biography of Noel Redding
Early Life and CareerNoel Redding (David Noel Redding) was born in 1945 in Folkestone, England. At the age of 9, he started playing the violin in a school music ensemble and later began learning the guitar and mandolin. In 1966, Noel became the bass guitarist for the musical group 'The Jimi Hendrix Experience'. After playing with the band for three years, Redding was forced to leave despite the release of their best album 'Electric Ladyland' in 1968. Differences with Hendrix made it impossible for him to continue working in the band.
Post-Hendrix Career
After leaving 'The Jimi Hendrix Experience', Redding formed his own band called 'The Fats' in 1968. The band consisted of Neil Landon, Jim Leverton, and Eric Dillon. They released two albums before disbanding in 1970. In 1972, Noel moved to Ireland and started a new project called 'The Noel Redding Band' with Eric Bell. The band released two albums on the RCA label and toured England, the Netherlands, and the United States for 10 weeks. However, the band disbanded after failing to find common ground with the recording company.
Personal Life and Legacy
One of the biggest disappointments in Redding's life was not receiving the money he earned from 'The Jimi Hendrix Experience'. While the albums he played a significant role in were selling worldwide, Noel Redding lived in poverty, unable to provide for himself and his family. In his autobiography 'Are You Experienced?', Redding warns young musicians about poorly thought-out contracts that can turn into blatant deception. Redding remained devoted to the music of the 1960s, never embracing contemporary music. He found new songs uninteresting and developed a strong dislike for rap music.
In 1998, Redding visited Moscow as a guest of Stas Namin for the opening of the 'Rhythm and Blues Cafe'. On May 11, 2003, Noel Redding was found dead in his home in Ireland at the age of 57. The autopsy revealed cirrhosis of the liver and a stroke. He was survived by his wife, Susanne Redding, and his son, Nicolas Noel Redding. Redding was known for his calm demeanor and enthusiasm when discussing music royalties, which remained his most painful subject.
Redding was a strong advocate for drug legalization, believing it would make policing easier and eliminate gang involvement. He considered the death of Jimi Hendrix, his first deceased friend, one of the most significant shocks in his life.
