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27: Gone Too Soon

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Brian Jones, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin and Jim Morrison all died at the age of 27 between 1969 and 1971. At the time, the coincidence gave rise to some comment, but it was not until the death of Kurt Cobain, about two and a half decades later, that the idea of a "27 Club" began to catch on in public perception, reignited with the death of Amy Winehouse in 2011. Through interviews with people who knew them, such as music stars, critics, medical experts and unseen footage, the lives, music, and artistry of those who died at 27 are investigated with a bid to find answers.

27: Gone Too Soon is a documentary exploring the lives and deaths of iconic musicians who died at age 27, including Brian Jones, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, and Jim Morrison. Released in 2018, the film examines how these tragic losses between 1969 and 1971 eventually sparked the cultural phenomenon known as the '27 Club.' Through interviews with those who knew them and rare footage, the documentary investigates their artistry and seeks to understand the circumstances surrounding their deaths.

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When was 27: Gone Too Soon released?

The documentary was released on March 26, 2018.

Which musicians are featured in the film?

The documentary focuses on Brian Jones, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, and Jim Morrison, all of whom died at age 27 between 1969 and 1971.

What sources does the documentary use?

The film includes interviews with people who knew the musicians, music critics, medical experts, and previously unseen footage to investigate their lives and artistry.

Does the film discuss the '27 Club' concept?

Yes, the documentary traces how the coincidence of these deaths eventually led to the modern '27 Club' concept, which gained wider recognition after Kurt Cobain's death in 1994 and Amy Winehouse's death in 2011.

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