New Janis Joplin Biography Reveals The Hard Work Behind The Heart
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Onstage, Joplin oozed confidence, sexuality and exuberance, but biographer Holly George-Warren describes the singer as a bookworm who worked hard to create her "blues feelin' mama" musical persona.
Onstage, Joplin oozed confidence, sexuality and exuberance, but biographer Holly George-Warren describes the singer as a bookworm who worked hard to create her blues feelin' mama musical persona.
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Janis Joplin: The Life Story You May Not Know
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Janis: Her Life and Music by Holly George-Warren
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LGBTQ History Month: Janis Joplin
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LGBTQ History Month: Janis Joplin
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New Janis Joplin Biography Reveals The Hard Work Behind The Heart
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Fresh Air with Terry Gross — 'Sour Heart' Offers A Fierce, Fresh Take On The
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