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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Rock singer during the psychedelic 1960s musical era, notable for such albums 'Cheap Thrills' (1968) and song 'Me and Bobby McGee' (1969). Considered one of the most influential rock musicians and singers of her generation. Died of a drug overdose. Member, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (1995). Grammy award for Lifetime Achievement (2005). Bisexual. | + | Rock singer during the psychedelic 1960s musical era, notable for such albums 'Cheap Thrills' (1968) and song 'Me and Bobby McGee' (1969). Was both a solo singer, and a founder/member of the Big Brother & The Holding Company, the Kozmic Blues Band, and the Full-Tilt Boogie Band. Considered one of the most influential rock musicians and singers of her generation. Died of a drug overdose. Member, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (1995). Grammy award for Lifetime Achievement (2005). Bisexual. |
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[LGBTQ Rock Musicians]] | * [[LGBTQ Rock Musicians]] | ||
| + | * [[Rhythm & Blues and the LGBTQ Community]] | ||
| + | * [[Hall of Famers Who Identify as LGBTQ]] | ||
==Further Reading/Research== | ==Further Reading/Research== | ||
Latest revision as of 14:54, 22 September 2024
Contents
Country
United States
Birth - Death
1943 - 1970
Occupation
Entertainment
Notable Achievements
Grammy Award
Description
Rock singer during the psychedelic 1960s musical era, notable for such albums 'Cheap Thrills' (1968) and song 'Me and Bobby McGee' (1969). Was both a solo singer, and a founder/member of the Big Brother & The Holding Company, the Kozmic Blues Band, and the Full-Tilt Boogie Band. Considered one of the most influential rock musicians and singers of her generation. Died of a drug overdose. Member, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (1995). Grammy award for Lifetime Achievement (2005). Bisexual.
