Legendary 'Frisco music man Chet Helms dies Mr 'Summer of Love' dies in San Franciso Chester Leo Helms has died at the age of 62 of a reported stroke at San Francisco's California Pacific Medical Center on June 25. Helms was a key figure in the San Francisco music scene in the 1960s managing and introducing some of  read the full post here >>

Producers search for 'next Janis Joplin' A new production celebrating the life and music of Janis Joplin will kick off later this year with a televised talent search, major tour and all-star tribute concert. Authorized by the Joplin estate, the 'Joplin Project' celebrates the 35-year passing of the legendary  read the full post here >>

Recording Academy honours rock, jazz legends Some of the musical world's most influential figures are to be honoured this year with a Lifetime Achievement award by the American Recording Academy. Rock legends Led Zeppelin, jazz master Art Blakey, singer/songwriter Janis Joplin and seminal country group the Carter Family are  read the full post here >>

Pink Set To Play Janis Joplin In Movie American singer, songstress, activist and ‘actress’ Pink gets ready for her latest project. The 24 year-old singer is set to star as legendary rock singer Janis Joplin in a forthcoming movie. With a working title of ‘The Gospel According To Janis’ the film is to be directed by  read the full post here >>