Janis Joplin is the Joan D’Arc of rock and roll.
In a world dominated by men, she showed what it meant to be a true singer. Her voice will never be duplicated or replaced and she did it with ease.
She’s the anti-pop diva, the anti-drama queen, and the definition of a classic.
I know most people already are familiar with a bit of her work, as her few “hits” have stood the test of time. But a hidden gem from her live Woodstock performance is probably one of the best live recordings I’ve ever heard.
Besides the technical aspect of the musical fidelity, Joplin’s voice is in another stratosphere with the blues staple “Summertime.” The grooving bass, trippy solos and fretwork all create this gust of power. The track is fulfilling from start to finish and I have seen people cry after witnessing its glory.
Ok, I’ve hyped it enough.
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