Janis Joplin

  • Born Janis Lyn Joplin on 19 January 1943 in Texas, US.
  • Died on 04 October 1970 in California, US.
  • The belief that dying at age 27 grants a musician legendary status. The club includes Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain, and Amy Winehouse, leading to speculation of a curse.
  • Awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (Grammy) in 2005
  • Had 1 US Chart Number 1.