Janis Joplin was an iconic American rock and blues singer known for her raw, powerful voice and electrifying stage presence. Rising to fame in the 1960s with Big Brother and the Holding Company, Joplin left a lasting legacy with her solo work, including the landmark album Pearl.
Janis Joplin's extended, searing performance of Ball and Chain at the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival helped turn Janis Joplin and Big Brother and the Holding Company into national stars virtually overnight.