JANIS JOPLIN/VARIOUS The Roots Of (2009 UK issue 23-track CD album - The explosive highs and desperate lows of iconic ‘60s singer Janis Joplin are reflected on this essential collection of classic American music that traces her career from the Texan coffee bar scene of 1962 to her lonely hotel room in 1970, linking the rootsy ‘20s and ‘30s jazz and blues scenes with the primal scream of rock ‘n’ roll. Compiled by Dave Henderson [Mojo] who also provides the detailed sleevenotes)