By John Soeder, The Plain Dealer
The far-flung performers didn't have much in common, beyond a debt of gratitude owed to a blues-belting rocker who died in 1970. In return, each of them left a piece of his or her heart onstage during a heartfelt Janis Joplin tribute concert Saturday evening at PlayhouseSquare's State Theatre in Cleveland. Headlined by Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams, the show was the grand finale of the 14th annual American Music Masters series. "Kozmic Blues: The Life and Music of Janis Joplin" was presented by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum and Case Western Reserve University.Williams even debuted a new tune, written especially for the occasion. "I just finished it a little bit ago," she told a near-capacity crowd of 2,000-plus fans before launching into "Difficult Child," a touching ode to the MIA guest of honor. "I was a difficult child right from the start / I was running wild before I could walk," Williams sang with a luxurious drawl, accompanying herself on acoustic guitar. She also did right by two of Joplin's best-known songs, "Me and Bobby McGee" and "Ball and Chain." - complete article
I haven't found any clips of the show yet, but here is the Janis' first recording of Me & Bobby McGee in the studio:
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