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Woodstock, officially known as the Woodstock Music & Art Fair, was a music festival held between August 15 and August 18, 1969, on a dairy farm in Bethel, New York. It is widely regarded as one of the most iconic moments in music history. A wide array of artists performed at the festival, and here are some of the notable ones:


1. Jimi Hendrix - Known for his electric guitar skills, he closed the festival with a legendary performance.

2. Janis Joplin - A powerful blues-rock singer who captivated the audience with her raw and emotive voice.

3. Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young - This supergroup performed together for the first time at Woodstock.

4. The Who - An influential rock band that delivered a high-energy set.

5. Joe Cocker - Famous for his unique voice and rendition of "With a Little Help from My Friends."

6. Grateful Dead - A pioneering band in the psychedelic rock movement.
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Carlos Santana - His performance helped to launch his career and the band Santana into stardom.
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Jefferson Airplane - A leading band in the counterculture movement.
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Ravi Shankar - An Indian musician who introduced Indian music to the Western audience.
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Creedence Clearwater Revival - Known for their swamp rock and hits like "Proud Mary" and "Bad Moon Rising."

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Some of the best musical acts of the era played at Woodstock, including Jimi Hendrix, The Who, The Band, Janis Joplin, Johnny Winter, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Jefferson Airplane, Ten Years After, Joan Baez, Santana, Joe Cocker, and Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young.read more >>