Janis Joplin

Charismatic indie artist Asaf Avidan, viewed by many as continuing the tradition set by the likes of Janice Joplin and Bob Dylan, will perform at the Lycabettus Theater in Athens on July 12. Known for his powerfully melodic voice and music style, Avidan promises an unforgettable night for those in attendance. Tickets start from 25 euros at more.com.

Janis Joplin's first rehearsal with the rock band Big Brother & The Holding Company was apparently a loud affair. So loud it was alarming.

Bassist Peter Albin recalls the band raising the roof off one day in the 1960s when their playing was interrupted by a knock at the door. Two San Francisco police officers were investigating reports of a woman screaming.

American blues legend Johnny Winter has died aged 70 in a hotel room near Zurich, Swiss police and a statement on his official Facebook page said July 17.

"His wife, family and bandmates are all saddened by the loss of their loved one and one of the world's finest guitarists," the statement read, adding that Winter died on July 16.

Bobby Womack, a colorful and highly influential R&B singer-songwriter who influenced artists from the Rolling Stones to Damon Albarn, has died. He was 70.

Womack’s publicist Sonya Kolowrat said Friday that the singer had died, but she could provide no other details.