Janis Lyn Joplin (1943 – 4 October 1970) was an icon of the hippy era, well- known for her powerful, blues-inspired vocals. After releasing three albums, she died of an accidental drug overdose at the age of 27, becoming a member of the “27 Club”, the group of prominent musicians who died at the age… Read More Janis Joplin’s Will
Da quando Virginia era morta di parto, a soli sedici anni, Robert aveva abbandonato tutto e si era messo a girovagare suonando la sua chitarra in luridi locali malfamati, dove tutti erano per fortuna così ubriachi da non accorgersi delle sue limitate capacità. Non era molto abile con lo strumento, e neppure con la voce,… Read More Il patto
Robert Leroy Johnson (1911 –16 August 1938) – legendary bluesman who acquired his unparalleled guitar talent in a mysteriously short time. He was an American blues singer-songwriter and musician, whose singing, guitar skills, and song writing have influenced later generations of musicians. Little is known about his life, and this has given rise to… Read More Robert Johnson
CROSSROADS I went down to the crossroads, fell down on my knees. Down to the crossroads, fell down on my knees. Asked the Lord above for mercy, “Save me if you please.” I went down to the crossroads, tried to flag a ride. Down to the crossroads, tried to flag a ride. Nobody seemed to… Read More CROSSROADS
LOVE IN VAIN Well I followed her, to the station With a suitcase in my hand Yeah, I followed her to the station With a suitcase in my hand Well, it’s hard to tell, it’s hard to tell When all your love’s in vain When the train, come in the station I looked her… Read More LOVE IN VAIN
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