Janis joplin biography blues singers

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Janis Joplin

American singer (1943–1970)

Janis Lyn Joplin (January 19, 1943–October 4, 1970) was an American singer and songwriter. One of the most iconic and successful rock performers of her era, she was noted for her powerful mezzo-soprano vocals, as well as her "electric" stage presence.

In 1967, Joplin rose to prominence following an appearance at the Monterey Pop Festival, where she was the lead singer of the then little-known San Francisco psychedelic rock band Big Brother and the Holding Company. After releasing two albums with the band, she left Big Brother to continue as a solo artist with her own backing groups, first the Kozmic Blues Band [it; pt] and then the Full Tilt Boogie Band. She performed at the 1969 Woodstock festival and on the Festival Express train tour. Five singles by Joplin reached the US Billboard Hot 100, including a cover of the Kris Kristofferson song "Me and Bobby McGee", which posthumously reached number one in March 1971. Her most popular songs include her cover versions of "Piece of My Heart", "Cry Baby", "Down on Me", "Ball and Chain", and "Summertime", as well as her original song "Mercedes Benz", which was her final recording.

Joplin died of a heroin overdose in 1970, at the age of 27, after releasing three album

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Remembering Janis Joplin’s Life and Musical Legacy on her 80th Birthday

Janis Joplin’s birthday is January 19, and this year would’ve marked her 80^th birthday, so what better time to celebrate her life and career? Her mesmerizing stage presence and instantly recognizable mezzo-soprano voice make Janis one of the greatest vocalists of all time. Tragically, the legendary singer’s career was cut short when she passed away in 1970 at the age of 27, but 53 years later, her legacy lives on.

So, jump in the “Mercedes Benz” and try not to “Cry Baby” as we look back at Janis’ rise to fame and celebrate the “Summertime” of her life. If you feel the need for even more Janis Joplin in your life, then tune in to Classic Vinyl (Ch. 26) to hear her music, as well as other classic-rock stars from the ’60s and ’70s, throughout the week.

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Early Songs

Born in Port Arthur, TX, Janis began singing blues and folk music during high school, influenced by Ma Rainey, Bessie Smith, and Lead Belly. In 1963, she moved to San Francisco, CA, where she recorded several blues standards alongside future Jefferson Airplane guitarist Jorma Kaukonen. Janis eventually returned to Port Arthur and recorded several acoustic tracks, including “Turtle Blues” and an alternate version