CD Review: Janis Joplin

Janis Joplin
The Pearl Sessions
Columbia/Legacy
By David Chiu
Whether it could be considered fate or destiny, Janis Joplin’s last album, Pearl, recorded before her death, ultimately became a poignant tribute to the emotive, blues-influenced singer. The songs on this 1971 release encompass all what she was about: attitude, fragility and tenderness. Continue reading “CD Review: Janis Joplin”