Activision to Include Hendrix Avatar, Music in Next "Guitar Hero"

Authored by Mark Hefflinger on July 18, 2008 - 9:48am.

Los Angeles - Activision (NASD: ATVI) will include the music and likeness of rock legend Jimi Hendrix in the next iteration of its "Guitar Hero" franchise, via a deal with Experience Hendrix, the Associated Press reported. "Guitar Hero: World Tour," slated for release Oct. 27, will include the songs "The Wind Cries Mary" and a live version of "Purple Haze," as well as other tunes to be later added as downloadable tracks for the game. In related news, Activision partner Hands-On Mobile on Friday announced the release of "Guitar Hero III: Backstage Pass" for mobile phones.

 

Related Links:
http://snipurl.com/30wfw (AP)

http://biz.yahoo.com/bw/080718/20080718005140.html?.v=1

http://www.guitarheromobile.com/backstage

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