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Big Brother and the Holding Company

Cheap Thrills [ Vinyl / 12" Album ]

Cheap Thrills

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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album

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  • Released Date: 31 Jul 2015

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Janis Joplin's "Cheap Thrills" is like a wild rollercoaster ride through the psychedelic 60s, with the fiery singer at the helm, screaming at the top of her lungs and belting out soulful blues like no other. The album is a perfect mix of raw emotion, powerhouse vocals, and blistering energy that will leave you breathless and begging for more.

From the funky grooves of "Piece of My Heart" to the haunting beauty of "Ball and Chain," Joplin's voice cuts through the haze of the era like a hot knife through butter, leaving you stunned and mesmerized by her sheer talent and charisma. The backing band, Big Brother and the Holding Company, provides a solid foundation for Joplin's explosive vocals, creating a sound that is both raw and polished at the same time.

Tracks like "Summertime" and "Turtle Blues" showcase Joplin's versatility as a singer, effortlessly transitioning from soulful ballads to raucous rock anthems with ease. The album's raw production only adds to its charm, giving it a sense of authenticity and urgency that is hard to find in today's overproduced music industry.

In conclusion, "Cheap Thrills" is a timeless classic that showcases Janis Joplin at the height of her powers, a fiery force of nature that was gone too soon but will never be forgotten. It's a wild ride that you won't want to get off, a whirlwind of emotion and energy that will leave you gasping for air and begging for more. Get ready to be blown away.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Combination of the Two
2. I Need a Man to Love
3. Summertime
4. Piece of My Heart
5. Turtle Blues
6. Oh, Sweet Mary
7. Ball and Chain

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Big Brother and the Holding Company

Janis Joplin, the original queen of rock and roll, had a voice that could shatter glass and break hearts in equal measure. With her raw, soulful vocals and unmatched stage presence, she captured the hearts of music lovers around the world in the 1960s. Born in Texas in 1943, Joplin's early years were marked by a rebellious spirit and a love for the blues. She honed her craft in the smoky clubs of San Francisco before joining the iconic band Big Brother and the Holding Company. It was here that she truly came into her own, unleashing her powerhouse vocals on hits like "Piece of My Heart" and "Ball and Chain." Joplin's music transcended genre, blending elements of rock, blues, and soul to create a sound that was uniquely her own. Her performances were electric, with Joplin throwing herself into every note with reckless abandon. She was a force of nature on stage, captivating audiences with her wild energy and untamed spirit. Tragically, Joplin's life was cut short in 1970 when she died of a heroin overdose at the age of 27. But her legacy lives on in her music, which continues to inspire and influence artists to this day. Janis Joplin may be gone, but her voice will echo through the halls of rock and roll forever.

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