“Jimi Hendrix stands as the cornerstone of this company, and ultimately, it’s his extraordinary music that unites fans worldwide.”

John McDermott, who is the Catalog Director for Experience Hendrix, the family-run enterprise of Jimi Hendrix, joined Loudwire Nights on Thursday, March 20, to delve into his pivotal role within the estate and the various projects he manages.

Be sure to catch the complete conversation in the audio player located near the end of this article.

“I consider myself incredibly fortunate to collaborate on every Jimi Hendrix project alongside Janie Hendrix and Eddie Kramer, who originally engineered Jimi’s music,” McDermott shared with Loudwire Nights host Chuck Armstrong.

“Whether it involves creating album packages, producing documentaries, or other initiatives, our mission is to enhance the appreciation and understanding of Jimi Hendrix among fans. That’s what we strive to achieve.”

When asked to highlight a memorable experience from his 30-year journey with the Hendrix family, McDermott—an avid superfan and expert—found it difficult to pinpoint a single standout moment.

“It’s an immense honor to be associated with Jimi’s incredible music,” McDermott expressed with heartfelt sincerity.

“He is an unparalleled artist with global recognition, transcending American popular culture to become a worldwide icon. I am truly grateful for the continuity we’ve maintained, enabling us to work collaboratively with Janie and Eddie to create these exceptional packages. We pour our hearts into this work, always aiming to deliver the best.”

McDermott approaches every project with a fan’s perspective, hoping that this passion resonates with other fans as well.

“Ensuring that the vinyl reissue of Axis: Bold as Love is executed flawlessly is of utmost importance to me. I take great pride in being part of these significant releases.”

Reflecting on one of his proudest achievements, he pointed to The Jimi Hendrix Experience box set released in 2000.

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“I must say, the purple box set we released, complete with purple velvet, was a truly remarkable moment,” McDermott reminisced.

“It granted us the opportunity to delve deeper into the recordings Jimi created with the original Experience and Chas Chandler. I’ve experienced numerous moments like that, where I feel genuinely proud of the packages we’ve developed.”

Key Highlights from John McDermott’s Discussion on Loudwire Nights

• The creative process behind the upcoming documentary, Electric Lady Studios: A Jimi Hendrix Vision
• Insights into the inception of The Experience Hendrix Tour and the complexities of booking artists
• His journey of collaborating with the Hendrix family since the early 1990s

Don’t Miss the Complete Interview in the Podcast Player Below

John McDermott made an appearance on Loudwire Nights on Thursday, March 20; you can listen to the show online here, tune in live every weeknight at 7 PM ET, or through the Loudwire app. Additionally, check if the show is available on your local radio station and enjoy interviews on-demand.