Janis Joplin

By the time Janis Joplin performed 'Ball and Chain' at the iconic Woodstock Festival on August 17, 1969, she was already a rising star in the rock scene. This performance came just after the release of her landmark album 'Cheap Thrills' with Big Brother and the Holding Company, which had hit the charts earlier that year. The album featured the massive hit 'Piece of My Heart,' showcasing Janis's raw, passionate voice that captivated audiences everywhere. Interestingly, Joplin's emotional and powerful delivery in 'Ball and Chain' not only resonated deeply with the Woodstock crowd but also solidified her reputation as one of the defining voices of her generation. Her appearance at Woodstock was pivotal, highlighting the cultural shift of the 1960s and underscoring her status as an emblematic figure of the counterculture.

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