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Janis Joplin

@janisjoplin

The Queen of Rock & Roll 👑 • Inspired by the Blues • Feminist icon • Port Arthur. TX ➡️ San Francisco

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Ever wonder the early days of the Queen of Rock N’ Roll? Hear all about how she started with Big Brother and the Holding Company, and how she met manager Albert Grossman 🤘

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Need a boost? Let Janis do the talking. 💥🎤 From fierce vocals to fearless lyrics, these Janis Joplin tracks are the perfect soundtrack when you need to walk a little taller.

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Janis didn’t just drive — she made an entrance. 🚗✨ Her ‘64 Porsche started out gray, but with a little help from artist Dave Richards (and a whole lot of cosmic flair), it became a rolling piece of psychedelic history. Photos courtesy of Getty Images.

Janis didn’t just drive — she made an entrance. 🚗✨

Her ‘64 Porsche started out gray, but with a little help from artist Dave Richards (and a whole lot of cosmic flair), it became a rolling piece of psychedelic history.

Photos courtesy of Getty Images.
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This month, we celebrate African American music and the profound impact Black artists have had on shaping the sound of music as we know it. 🎶 Janis Joplin was deeply inspired by these trailblazing voices—and their influence runs through every note she sang. Honor the legends

This month, we celebrate African American music and the profound impact Black artists have had on shaping the sound of music as we know it. 🎶

Janis Joplin was deeply inspired by these trailblazing voices—and their influence runs through every note she sang.

Honor the legends
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"Big Brother’s formation came from the brain of bassist Peter Albin" -FAR OUT MAGAZINE Happy Birthday to the legendary guitarist and longtime friend, Peter Albin! 🎸 Janis' Big Brother & the Holding Company bandmate and co-writer of “Roadblock” helped shape the electric sound

"Big Brother’s formation came from the brain of bassist Peter Albin" -FAR OUT MAGAZINE

Happy Birthday to the legendary guitarist and longtime friend, Peter Albin! 🎸

Janis' Big Brother & the Holding Company bandmate and co-writer of “Roadblock” helped shape the electric sound
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Janis grew up in a home that valued respect and creativity. She read to her sister, helped her brother draw, and expressed herself through her own art. Those early lessons shaped her fearless spirit—and the way she lifted up others throughout her career. Get your own print of

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On June 10th 1966, the imperious Janis Joplin would make her live debut with Big Brother and The Holding Company in her adopted hometown of San Francisco. It was there where she would take to the stage at the famed Avalon Ballroom and would set the foundations for history to be

On June 10th 1966, the imperious Janis Joplin would make her live debut with Big Brother and The Holding Company in her adopted hometown of San Francisco. It was there where she would take to the stage at the famed Avalon Ballroom and would set the foundations for history to be
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We’re sad to hear of Brian Wilson’s passing. As one of the most visionary minds in music, his work with the Beach Boys helped define a generation, just like Janis did in her own powerful way. Two icons of the ’60s, forever part of the soundtrack of our lives. Our deepest

We’re sad to hear of Brian Wilson’s passing.

As one of the most visionary minds in music, his work with the Beach Boys helped define a generation, just like Janis did in her own powerful way. Two icons of the ’60s, forever part of the soundtrack of our lives.

Our deepest
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Scarlet’s Way just put their own spin on “Me and Bobby McGee,” and it’s got that perfect mix of soul and raw emotion. They really made it their own while honoring Janis. Give it a listen here: found.ee/ScarletsWayMeA…

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"June 21, 1967. Summer Solstice celebrations in Golden Gate Park. Swarms of screaming, dancing hippies...Janis is standing in front of the [illegally parked] vehicle...I ask her if I can take a photograph of her with Big Brother. 'To tell you the truth, honey, I don't know where

"June 21, 1967. Summer Solstice celebrations in Golden Gate Park. Swarms of screaming, dancing hippies...Janis is standing in front of the [illegally parked] vehicle...I ask her if I can take a photograph of her with Big Brother. 'To tell you the truth, honey, I don't know where
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“Whilst together, Kristofferson had urged Joplin to record a version of ‘Me and Bobby McGee’, as she loved the track.” -FAR OUT MAGAZINE Happy Birthday to Janis’s dear friend and love, Kris Kristofferson! 🎉 Kris wrote “Me & Bobby McGee,” a track featured on Janis’s PEARL album,

“Whilst together, Kristofferson had urged Joplin to record a version of ‘Me and Bobby McGee’, as she loved the track.” -FAR OUT MAGAZINE

Happy Birthday to Janis’s dear friend and love, Kris Kristofferson! 🎉 Kris wrote “Me & Bobby McGee,” a track featured on Janis’s PEARL album,
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Forever rockin’ with Janis 🤘 Which Queen of Rock N’ Roll hits you hardest? Press play on JANIS GREATEST HITS here: found.ee/JanisGreatestH…

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Looking to rock some Janis Joplin style? ✨ Grab your official merch and wear the spirit of the queen of rock with pride! Shop here: found.ee/JanisOfficialS…

Looking to rock some Janis Joplin style? ✨

Grab your official merch and wear the spirit of the queen of rock with pride!

Shop here: found.ee/JanisOfficialS…
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On this day in 1966, Janis Joplin touched down in San Francisco and took the stage with Big Brother and the Holding Company for the very first time at the Fillmore West—marking the beginning of a legendary era in rock history 🎤✨ 📸 Getty Images

On this day in 1966, Janis Joplin touched down in San Francisco and took the stage with Big Brother and the Holding Company for the very first time at the Fillmore West—marking the beginning of a legendary era in rock history 🎤✨

📸 Getty Images
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“Freedom’s just another word for nothin’ left to lose” 🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July! 🎇 You can purchase a print of this photo here: found.ee/JanisSanFranci…

“Freedom’s just another word for nothin’ left to lose” 🇺🇸

Happy 4th of July! 🎇

You can purchase a print of this photo here: found.ee/JanisSanFranci…
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A hidden message discovered behind paneling in a Haight-Ashbury renovation matches Janis’s unique handwriting—right down to her signature loops and letters. Now, it’s being preserved and framed. A little piece of Janis, rediscovered. 🎶

A hidden message discovered behind paneling in a Haight-Ashbury renovation matches Janis’s unique handwriting—right down to her signature loops and letters. Now, it’s being preserved and framed. A little piece of Janis, rediscovered. 🎶
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Rockin’ out to “Cry Baby” all summer long 🤘 This acoustic rendition is by Rianna Rusu feat. Andrei Cerbu on YouTube. Tag this account in your Queen of Rock N’ Roll covers for a chance to be featured.