Janis Joplin - Pearl [National Album Day 2026] Janis Joplin

Pearl is Janis’ second and final solo studio album, released posthumously on January 11, 1971. Recorded in the summer of 1970, it showcases her powerful vocals and emotional range, backed by the Full Tilt Boogie Band. Pressed on Pink Splatter vinyl for National Album Day, this edition includes all the iconic tracks such as "Me and Bobby McGee," "Mercedes Benz," "Cry Baby," and "Move Over." Pearl stands as a testament to Janis’ enduring influence on rock music and continues to resonate with audiences as a timeless classic, listed as one of the greatest albums of all time by Rolling Stone.