She briefly attended college in Beaumont and Austin, but was more drawn to blues legends and beat poetry than her studies. A self-described misfit in high school, she suffered virtual ostracism, but dabbled in folk music with her friends and painted.
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She claimed the blues, soul, gospel, country and rock with unquestionable authority and verve.īorn in Port Arthur, Texas, in 1943, Joplin fell under the sway of Leadbelly, Bessie Smith and Big Mama Thornton in her teens. Janis Joplin she threw herself into every syllable, testifying from the very core of her being. The star ceremony was streamed live exclusively on That voice – high, husky, earthy, explosive – remains among the most distinctive and galvanizing in pop history. “We are excited to add a unique tribute to Janis by her friend Kris Kristofferson who will perform a special acoustic version of “Me and Bobby McGee,” which Janis famously recorded in 1970 yet was released posthumously in 1971, scoring Joplin a number one hit.Įmcee Leron Gubler, President & CEO of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and guest speakers Kris Kristofferson, Clive Davis, and Janis’ siblings, Michael and Laura Joplin, helped unveil the 2,510th star in the category of Recording at 6752 Hollywood Boulevard in front of The Musicians Institute. “Janis Joplin is an iconic figure and her songs will always be remembered by her fans around the world,” stated Hollywood Walk of Fame producer, Ana Martinez. The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce proudly honored the late Janis Joplin with star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Monday, Novemat 11:30 a.m.
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Watch the Janis Joplin Walk of Fame star ceremony at the end of this feature.
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KRIS KRISTOFFERSON PERFORMED A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO JANIS