- Tried out for The Who in 1964 but didn't get the job.
- As a percussionist, he was completely self-taught.
- His drumming was a huge inspiration on a young Stewart Copeland, later of the band Police, who cites Mitchell as a huge influence on his playing.
- Elected to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (as a member of The Jimi Hendrix Experience) in 1992.
- Was the longest-living member of The Jimi Hendrix Experience.
- Was re-united with Jimi Hendrix at the beginning of 1970, following an absence of a few months.
- Father, with Lynn Collins , of Aysha Mitchell.
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