Janis Joplin

Janis Joplin

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.

See Also

• LGBTQ Rock Musicians
• Rhythm & Blues and the LGBTQ Community
• Hall of Famers Who Identify as LGBTQ

Further Reading/Research

• http://www.janisjoplin.com/
• http://www.biography.com/people/janis-joplin-9357941
• http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/style/features/joplin.htm
• http://www.examiner.com/article/janis-joplins-female-lover-speaks-out

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