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Janis Joplin was one of the most successful and widely known female rock stars of her era; after releasing three albums, she died of a heroin overdose at the age of 27.
Janis Joplin was one of the most successful and widely known female rock stars of her era; after releasing three albums, she died of a heroin overdose at the age of 27.
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S1, EP8 "Michael Jackson"Singer, songwriter and dancer Michael Jackson is known simply as "The King of Pop"; his contributions to music and his highly publicized personal life make him a global figure in popular culture for over four decades.
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S1, EP9 "John Denver"John Denver was one of the most popular acoustic artists of the 1970s; recording and releasing approximately 300 songs, his lyrics reflected his joy in nature and disdain for city life, his enthusiasm for music, and his relationship trials.
The Day the Rock Star Died
S1, EP10 "Hank Williams"Despite his short life, singer-songwriter Hank Williams is one of the most celebrated and influential musicians of the 20th century and has been cited as a key musical influence on Elvis Presley, Bob Dylan and the Rolling Stones.
The Day the Rock Star Died
S1, EP11 "David Bowie"David Bowie's career is marked by reinvention and visual presentation, and his music and stagecraft significantly influence popular music for over five decades.
The Day the Rock Star Died
S1, EP7 "Johnny Cash"Johnny Cash was known for his deep, calm, bass-baritone voice; one of the best-selling music artists, his signature songs include "I Walk the Line," "Folsom Prison Blues," "Ring of Fire" and "A Boy Named Sue."
The Day the Rock Star Died
S1, EP6 "Whitney Houston"Whitney Houston is one of the best-selling music artists, with 200 million records sold worldwide; she is the only artist to chart seven consecutive No. 1 Billboard Hot 100 songs; Houston influences female artists who follow in her footsteps.
The Day the Rock Star Died
S1, EP5 "Janis Joplin"Janis Joplin was one of the most successful and widely known female rock stars of her era; after releasing three albums, she died of a heroin overdose at the age of 27.
The Day the Rock Star Died
S1, EP4 "Jim Morrison"Jim Morrison, co-founder of musical group the Doors, develops an alcohol dependence and dies at the age of 27 in Paris in 1971.
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